TCF Archives

  • Amour781

    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…

  • As By Df

    Denise Fócil founded AS by DF in 2009 with a single goal: to craft the perfect leather jacket, sustainably. The brand has grown into an elevated contemporary collection of leather essentials, dresses, tops, and separates known for its edgy-luxury sensibility and masterful leather craftsmanship, much of it using recycled or upcycled leather. AS by DF…

  • Azazie

    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…

  • Alexis Bittar

    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…

  • Addition Elle

    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.

  • Always For Me

    Launched in 2000 by founder and CEO Susan Barone, Always For Me has become one of the most established online destinations for plus size swimwear, with a catalog spanning swimsuits, cover-ups, activewear, and full-figure lingerie in sizes 14–26. The retailer carries its own exclusive Chic, Sport, and Control labels alongside well-known swim brands, and has…

  • Adrianna Papell

    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…

  • Adidas

    Founded in Germany in 1949, Adidas is one of the world’s largest sportswear companies, and in recent years it has built out a dedicated women’s plus-size range in sizes XXS–4X. The collection covers performance and lifestyle apparel — leggings, sports bras (30A–48E), tops, hoodies, track pants — plus swimwear and footwear, built with the brand’s…

  • Ashley Stewart

    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…

  • Arula

    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…

  • Allure Bridals

    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,…