Addition Elle has served Canadian plus size shoppers since 1975. The brand is known for its elevated fashion sensibility celebrity collaborations and well-edited seasonal collections. With sizes 14 to 26 Addition Elle covers workwear occasion wear lingerie and activewear positioning itself as a premium destination within Canadian plus size retail.
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…
Alexis Bittar began carving Lucite jewelry in his New York apartment in 1990, building an eponymous accessories label that bridges art and fashion. The brand is best known for its hand-carved, hand-painted Lucite combined with high-shine metals and crystal, producing bold, sculptural statement pieces still crafted on-site in Brooklyn. Bittar earned the CFDA’s Accessory Designer…
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…
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…
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,…
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,…
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…
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…
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…
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…
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…