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Curvique Bridal Boutique
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…
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David Meister
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…
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Dauxilly
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…
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Curverra
Curverra is a plus-size fashion retailer and designer founded by Atlanta-based entrepreneur Adrienne Parker. The brand was created for confident, fashion-forward women seeking statement-making styles designed specifically for curvy bodies. Known for its bold aesthetic, Curverra offers dresses, jumpsuits, sets, swimwear, accessories, and occasion-focused fashion featuring vibrant colors, sequins, satins, denim, lace, and body-conscious silhouettes….
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Deb Shops
Deb Shops traces its roots to 1932, when founders Philip Rounick and Aaron Weiner opened a Philadelphia hosiery store called JOY Hosiery. Over the following decades, the company expanded into women’s fashion retail and eventually rebranded as Deb Shops, becoming a recognizable mall-based retailer across the United States. At its peak, Deb Shops operated hundreds…
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Dannijo
DANNIJO was founded in 2008 by sisters Danielle Snyder and Jodie Snyder Morel. Originally launched as a jewelry brand, DANNIJO grew from a creative project into an internationally recognized accessories label known for statement jewelry, bold color palettes, and distinctive styling. The brand’s roots are closely tied to philanthropy. Danielle’s work in Kenya helped inspire…
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Di’yanu
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…
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Democracy Denim
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…
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Davids Bridal
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,…
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Dia & Co
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 &…
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Cuup
CUUP was founded in 2017 by Abby Morgan and Lauren Catterson with the goal of reimagining the intimates industry through modern design, transparent sizing, and simplified shopping experiences. The brand launched as a direct-to-consumer company focused on providing supportive bras that balanced functionality with minimalist aesthetics. (shopcuup.com) The company became known for its clean, understated…
