On 24th by Jordie was founded in 2021 by designer Jordie McFarquhar. The New York-based label was created to fill a gap in the market for fashion-forward plus-size clothing that prioritizes innovative design, quality construction, and trend-conscious styling rather than basic wardrobe staples. The brand specializes in statement pieces including denim trench coats, asymmetrical skirts,…
RCA Public Label is the ready-to-wear division of Renee Cafaro Atelier, launched by fashion designer, journalist, and former plus-size fashion editor Renee Cafaro. The brand was created to address the lack of luxury fashion options available to plus-size consumers while maintaining the same level of quality, craftsmanship, and design innovation found in contemporary designer fashion….
Universal Standard was founded in 2015 with a radical commitment to democratizing fashion. Its FitLiberty technology allows customers to exchange pieces if their size changes at no cost. The brand focuses on quality basics and elevated essentials that span the full size spectrum with the same silhouettes available to every customer. It has become a…
Shavonne Dorsey founded her namesake label after struggling to find fashion that reflected both her professional lifestyle and personal style as a curvy woman. The brand was built around the belief that fuller-figured women deserve access to sophisticated, fashion-forward clothing designed specifically for their bodies rather than adapted from straight-size patterns. The designer gained industry…
LeaLea Love Clothing was founded by Leah Graifer, a former plus-size fit model who launched the brand after struggling to find stylish, well-fitting clothing designed for fuller busts and curvier bodies. The Los Angeles-based label was created to address a longstanding gap in the fashion industry, offering luxury-inspired garments that prioritize both style and fit….
Melissa Mercedes is a Los Angeles-based luxury fashion label founded by self-taught designer Melissa Mercedes. The brand emerged from the designer’s own frustration with the lack of fashionable formalwear available in extended sizes after struggling to find a gown for a major event. That experience inspired her to begin creating elevated fashion specifically designed with…
PAINT by Shawn Denise was founded on January 3, 2013, by designer Shawn Denise in Albany, Georgia, before relocating to Atlanta in 2015. The brand was created to provide curvy and plus-size consumers with handcrafted luxury fashion designed specifically for their bodies rather than adapting straight-size fashion. The label has become known for vibrant colors,…
COYAN is a contemporary luxury fashion brand founded by Ceylan Atınç, created to provide women with refined occasionwear that balances modern sophistication with timeless design. The brand is particularly known for its use of premium silk fabrics, fluid silhouettes, and understated luxury. The company focuses on investment-worthy pieces designed to transcend seasonal trends, emphasizing quality…
Curvy Kate was developed by a team of lingerie retailers who saw a lack of fashionable, well-fitting options for fuller-busted customers. The brand began designing its own products in 2006 and officially launched in 2009, focusing exclusively on D+ cup lingerie and swimwear. The company became well known for combining technical fit expertise with trend-driven…
D. Auxilly is a New York-based luxury fashion label founded by designer Dominique Galbraith. The brand specializes in couture bridalwear, special occasion gowns, and custom garments created with an emphasis on artistry, personalization, and exceptional fit. Known for intricate detailing, dramatic silhouettes, and couture-inspired craftsmanship, D. Auxilly creates wedding gowns, reception looks, veils, and formalwear…
David’s Bridal was founded in 1950 as a small bridal salon in Florida and grew into the largest bridal retail chain in the United States. The company built its reputation by making wedding fashion more accessible through a combination of extensive inventory, broad sizing, and affordable pricing. Today, David’s Bridal offers wedding gowns, bridesmaid dresses,…
Della Curva is a specialty bridal boutique located in Tarzana, California, serving plus-size and mid-size brides through an appointment-based bridal experience. The salon was founded by bridal industry veteran Lisa Litt, a third-generation bridal retailer and owner of the well-known Los Angeles bridal business Lili Bridals. The boutique was created specifically to address the lack…