Author: Raven Lewis

  • Anna Sui

    Detroit-born and Parsons-trained, Anna Sui launched her eponymous label in 1981 and built a signature aesthetic blending Victorian romance, bohemian craft, and glam-rock influence into eclectic, print-heavy collections. The luxury mainline is not broadly size-inclusive — official sizing runs to about a 12 — but Sui has repeatedly extended her designs to plus shoppers through…

  • Arula

    Arula launched as the plus and mid-size sister brand to Altar’d State, designing pieces specifically for curvy proportions (sizes 10–24) rather than resizing straight-size garments. Rebranded from A Beautiful Soul in 2021, it built a loyal following for its boho-chic dresses, coordinating sets, novelty accessories, and wide-fit cowgirl boots, offering a polished in-store experience across…

  • As By Df

    Denise Fócil founded AS by DF in 2009 with a single goal: to craft the perfect leather jacket, sustainably. The brand has grown into an elevated contemporary collection of leather essentials, dresses, tops, and separates known for its edgy-luxury sensibility and masterful leather craftsmanship, much of it using recycled or upcycled leather. AS by DF…

  • Ashley Stewart

    Ashley Stewart has served plus size women since 1991 with a mission rooted in celebrating curves through fashion. The brand is especially recognized for its vibrant color palette statement prints and figure-forward dressing. Its customer base is deeply loyal and the brand has built a reputation for pieces that feel genuinely designed with curvier bodies…

  • Brandon Blackwood

    Brandon Blackwood launched his namesake New York accessories label in 2015 with a four-piece collection, after studying neuroscience at Bard College and interning in fashion. The brand specializes in structured, trend-driven handbags in leather, nylon, and other materials, and rose to national prominence in 2020 with its purpose-driven “End Systemic Racism” tote, which raised funds…

  • Athleta

    Athleta became a Certified B Corporation in 2018 and has since expanded its plus size offering to include over 500 styles in XXS to 3X available both online and in all physical store locations. Known for its thoughtful construction wider straps and supportive bras the brand delivers genuine performance wear for active plus size women….

  • Avenue

    Avenue has a long history in the plus size retail market having served extended size shoppers for decades. Now operating exclusively online the brand carries a full range of apparel for sizes 14 to 32 including casual everyday pieces lingerie swimwear and occasionwear. Its accessible pricing and inclusive range make it a reliable source for…

  • Badgley Mischka

    Founded in 1988 by Mark Badgley and James Mischka, Badgley Mischka built its reputation on luxurious, beautifully embellished evening gowns favored by Hollywood stars on the red carpet. The house spans designer dresses, occasion and bridal gowns, footwear, and accessories, all marked by couture-level detailing, dramatic silhouettes, and a classic-meets-contemporary glamour. Its eveningwear is offered…

  • Brandon Kyle Menswear

    Established in 2016 by Brandon Coates — a plus size fashion veteran who previously worked in plus size womenswear — Brandon Kyle was created to fill the void of up-market, fashion-forward clothing for Big & Tall men. The collection offers exceptionally engineered garments that fit true to size on a robust frame, with a contemporary,…

  • Amour781

    Amour781 was started by two cousins with backgrounds in luxury retail who, frustrated by the lack of high-quality plus size options, set out to build a curated destination for the luxury plus shopper. The brand offers a size-inclusive edit (0–4X) of contemporary and elevated-bohemian pieces — sourced from designers around the world and including exclusive…

  • Azazie

    Azazie launched as a direct-to-consumer bridal disruptor, bringing wedding and bridesmaid dresses online at a fraction of traditional boutique prices. Every garment is offered across its full 0–30 size range at no extra charge, and each dress is made to order — including custom sizing and length — which trims waste and improves fit. With…