Lafayette 148 New York was founded in 1996 by Deirdre Quinn, Shun Yen Siu, and Ida Siu. Named after the company’s original SoHo address at 148 Lafayette Street in New York City, the brand was created to offer sophisticated clothing for accomplished professional women seeking elevated design and exceptional quality. The brand built its reputation…
Living Doll LA is a California-based clothing brand offering young, trend-led womenswear, with a dedicated Living Doll LA Plus line for curvy shoppers. Geared to a youthful, adventurous customer, its collections feature pretty prints, breezy chiffons, graphic tees, and sporty pieces, much of it made in the USA. The brand reaches plus shoppers through retailers…
Anomalie was founded in 2016 by Leslie Voorhees Means and Calley Means with the goal of making custom bridal fashion more accessible. The company leveraged technology, digital design tools, and remote consultations to allow brides to create personalized wedding gowns without the traditional couture price tag. The brand became widely recognized for offering made-to-measure bridal…
M.M.LaFleur was created to take the daily guesswork out of professional dressing, offering elevated, comfortable workwear — blazers, dresses, pants, and knits — designed with thoughtful, functional details and a minimalist sensibility. Founded by Sarah LaFleur (a former management consultant) alongside Miyako Nakamura and Narie Foster, the brand is woman-founded and known for its empowerment…
Nomads Swimwear was founded by Taylor Long, a plus-size model and fashion designer who launched the brand after recognizing the lack of stylish, fashion-forward swimwear available to curvier consumers. The concept began as her senior capstone collection while studying fashion design at the University of Cincinnati and evolved into a commercial brand in 2020. The…
Dean of Fashion is an independent plus-size fashion boutique founded by Ashley Dean, a boutique owner, stylist, and influencer recognized for creating one of Memphis’s first dedicated plus-size fashion boutiques. The brand was established to provide stylish, trend-focused clothing options for curvy consumers who were underserved by traditional retail. The boutique offers a wide assortment…
Lane Bryant was founded in 1904 by Lena Himmelstein Bryant Malsin, a Lithuanian immigrant and entrepreneur whose original business focused on maternity apparel. As customer demand grew, Bryant recognized the lack of fashionable clothing available for larger women and became one of the first retailers to specifically design apparel for plus-size consumers. The company helped…
Flaws of Couture was founded by Canadian fashion influencer, body-positive advocate, and designer Sasha Ruddock. Originally launched with statement accessories and graphic apparel, the brand evolved into a recognized name within the plus-size fashion community through its commitment to representation, confidence, and inclusive fashion. The label gained attention for its slogan-driven apparel and body-positive messaging…
Glamour Glamour Swim is an independent swimwear label created to address the longstanding lack of stylish, trend-focused swimwear options available for plus-size women. The brand positions itself around the idea that every curve deserves fashionable swimwear and visibility at the beach, pool, or resort. The company became known within plus-size fashion circles for colorful swimsuits,…
Sweet Bitz was founded by designer and entrepreneur Tiffie Starchild as a fashion and lifestyle brand that merges kawaii culture, geek fashion, pastel aesthetics, and plus-size inclusivity. The brand developed a devoted following among customers seeking clothing that embraces both fandom culture and feminine self-expression without sacrificing size accessibility. The company’s collections feature original artwork,…
Founded in Barcelona in 1984 by brothers Isak and Nahman Andic, Mango grew from a single fashion store into one of the world’s largest international fashion retailers. The company operates in more than 120 markets and is known for contemporary European styling, trend-driven collections, and accessible fashion. In 2014, Mango launched Violeta by Mango, a…
Terrance Williams Designs was founded by self-taught designer Terrance Williams, who learned to sew in 2010 and later transformed his passion for fashion, sustainability, and social advocacy into a full-time business. Based in Dallas, Texas, the brand centers ethical sourcing, environmental responsibility, and inclusive design. The label is known for genderless apparel, statement dusters, caftans,…