Brand offers sizing up to a 32, serving shoppers who often struggle to find stylish options in larger sizes.
Curvique Bridal Boutique was founded by Kameisha Johnson and opened in Marietta, Georgia in 2015 as one of the few bridal boutiques in the Southeast focused specifically on plus-size brides. The boutique was created to address the frustrations many curvy women experienced when shopping for wedding gowns in traditional bridal salons. The salon carried bridal…
Curvy Fox Boutique is a specialty plus-size retailer based in Lexington, North Carolina. The boutique was created to provide fashionable clothing and personalized styling support for curvy women seeking options beyond traditional plus-size retail experiences. The boutique offers a wide range of apparel categories, including everyday fashion, formalwear, bridal gowns, intimates, accessories, and complete outfits….
Cosabella was founded in 1983 by Italian husband-and-wife team Valeria and Ugo Campello. The name “Cosabella” translates to “beautiful thing” in Italian, reflecting the brand’s commitment to creating elegant, high-quality intimates rooted in Italian craftsmanship. The company became known for producing lingerie in Italy using premium materials, vibrant colors, and innovative fit solutions. Over the…
Founded by Shawna Farmer, Chubby Cartwheels grew out of her Tumblr community and love of sewing, eventually becoming an online boutique specializing in handmade plus-size fashion. Every garment was designed and produced in Portland, Oregon, with an emphasis on originality and self-expression rather than hiding or minimizing larger bodies. The brand became known for vibrant…
Cee Cee’s Closet NYC was founded in 2015 by Nigerian-American sisters Chioma and Uchenna Ngwudo after recognizing a lack of accessible, contemporary African-inspired fashion and accessories in the U.S. market. What began with handbags and headwraps evolved into a lifestyle brand centered on celebrating African culture through fashion, beauty, and community. The brand is best…
Cherri Cheeks is a size-inclusive swimwear brand founded by designer and entrepreneur Cherri. The brand was created to provide fashionable, confidence-building swimwear options for curvy women who have historically been underserved by the swimwear industry. Known for vibrant colors, bold prints, cutout details, and body-celebrating silhouettes, Cherri Cheeks focuses on creating swimwear that encourages visibility…
byVINNIK was founded by Suzanne Vinnik, a professional opera singer, photographer, and entrepreneur who launched the brand in 2019 after years spent working within fashion resale communities and observing the lack of luxurious, statement-making fashion available in extended sizes. Based in Los Angeles, the brand creates dramatic coats, kimonos, dresses, suiting, accessories, and occasion-focused separates…
Founded in 1998 by entrepreneur Scott Kerslake in Petaluma, California, Athleta was created to provide women with technical athletic apparel designed specifically for female athletes. At a time when the activewear industry was largely focused on men’s performance gear, Athleta developed products tailored to women’s bodies across a variety of sports and fitness activities. Following…
Founded in 1983, Avenue was established to meet the growing demand for fashionable clothing designed specifically for plus-size women. Unlike many traditional retailers that simply expanded straight-size collections, Avenue built its business around designing apparel for curvier bodies from the ground up, making it one of the earliest national chains dedicated exclusively to plus-size fashion….
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…
Adrianna Papell made its name in bridesmaid dresses and special-occasion wear, and is especially recognized for its signature hand-beaded gowns and cocktail dresses. Over recent years the brand has significantly broadened its plus size collection (14W–30W) to include day dresses, floral styles, jumpsuits, and wear-to-work options alongside its formalwear. With pricing generally in the $150–$300…
Founded in 1998 as a small retail store, Allure Bridals has grown into an award-winning bridal house with a family of collections including Allure Bridals, Allure Romance, Allure Couture, Madison James, and the plus-focused Allure Women line. Gowns are crafted from rich fabrics like satin, lace, and English netting, often featuring Swarovski beading, floral appliqués,…