Adesola ‘Addie’ Elabor, born in Nigeria and raised near Philadelphia, founded D’IYANU in 2014 to fill the gap for modern, ready-to-wear African-inspired fashion, envisioning an Ankara-print answer to Zara or H&M. Self-funded and grown into a multi-million-dollar business, the brand is known for daring geometric prints, vibrant color, and trendy silhouettes in sizes XS to…
Dia & Co launched in 2015 as a styling-first alternative to generic plus size shopping. Its retail platform carries well-known plus size labels alongside emerging brands and offers a personal styling service for customers who want a curated approach to dressing. With sizes 10 to 32 and a strong editorial point of view Dia &…
Democracy was founded by fashion industry veteran Caren Lettiere, who set out to create jeans that fit, flatter, and support real women living busy lives. The brand launched as a denim-focused label built around the idea of “Curve Equality,” recognizing that women come in many different shapes and deserve clothing designed accordingly. The company became…
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,…
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….
Crème Bralée was launched in 2013 as a collection under QT Intimates, a lingerie company with roots dating back to 1945. The brand was developed to address the lack of stylish, supportive lingerie options available for fuller-busted and plus-size consumers. Known for combining European-inspired aesthetics with accessible pricing, Crème Bralée offered bras, panties, shapewear, sleepwear,…
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…
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…
David Meister is a luxury womenswear label founded by American fashion designer David Meister. After graduating from the University of Cincinnati’s College of Design, Art, Architecture and Planning in 1985, Meister began his fashion career in New York before launching his signature eveningwear collections in partnership with Kellwood Company in 1998. The brand became known…
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…
Curvy Couture specializes in full figure intimate apparel at accessible price points. Its bra range covers bands from 34 to 46 and cups through an H making it a widely recommended option for plus size shoppers who need extended sizing without premium pricing. The brand’s everyday and lace styles cover a range of occasions from…