This blog post, Real Life Style’s first comprehensive guide on where to shop for plus size clothing, came about after one of our recent Wear Your Power corporate style presentations. We received a large number of questions about plus size shopping from women of every age, and Kyle and I realized that many women needed the information we had. We couldn’t list every single plus size store out there, but this is a list of some of the newest resources, as well as our favorite go-to options. Do you know someone plus size who needs help pulling together a wardrobe they love? Send them our way for a free 30 minute phone consultation about which of our services might be right for them.
Happy Shopping!
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For The Working Woman
Whether your work wardrobe personality is more fashion-forward or more classic, Eloquii has exactly what you need. The brand has become a favorite for plus size women because of its quality and selection. Not only do they have great work pieces, but they also have casual, trendy, and dressy clothing. Eloquii has stores in Pentagon City, Chicago, and Columbus. I am dying over the lavender “suit”!
Eloquii Long Tailored Blazer, $139.90
Eloquii Wide Leg Cropped Pant, $89.90
Eloquii 9-to-5 Stretch Work Blazer, $62.95
Eloquii 9-to-5 Stretch Work Skirt, $42.95 or Pant, $46.95
Eloquii High Low Tunic, $59.90
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Eloquii Kiss Front Blazer, $119.90
Eloquii Kady Fit Double-Weave Pant, $79.90
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MM.LaFleur has been featured on our blog many times, in popular posts about our favorite “jardigan,” their DC showroom, and a 10-piece work wardrobe. Last year, they answered many prayers when they launched their extended sizes collection. Look no further for your new power dresses and sleek pants. And of course the jardigan!
MM.LaFleur Rowling Top in Waterfall, $145
MM.LaFleur Daphne Sweater, $265
MM.LaFleur Sant Ambroeus Jardigan, $195
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One of our go-to stops for plus size clients is Lord & Taylor, because they carry some of the brands in this blog post (NYDJ, Nic and Zoe), and the work brand Tahari ASL. Tahari always has fun, modern suits and jackets in flattering colors and shapes. Plus, there is always some sort of sale going on or coming up at Lord & Taylor, so this is a great option for those looking to save some money on suits or suit separates.
Tahari Arthur S. Levine Trumpet Sleeve Crepe Jacket, $139
Tahari Arthur S. Levine Button-Trim Jacket and Pant Suit, $310
Tahari Arthur S. Levine Open Front Crepe Vest, $139
Tahari Arthur S. Levine Notch Collar Jacket, $149
Tahari Arthur S. Levine Ticking Stripe Jacket and Straight Leg Pant Suit, $320
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For a more classic style type, Talbots has great suits, pants, jackets, and casual tops! This is a great shopping destination for your power color dress or suit.
Talbots Pique Aberdeen Blazer, $179
Talbots V-Neck Ponte Sheath, $149
Talbots Rickrack-Trim Top, $99
Talbots Fringe-Trim Tweed Jacket, $189
Talbots Eyelet Popover in Scalloped Shapes, $99
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Minimal Avant Garde
Eileen Fisher is a classic for the chic and avant garde. The brand has always focused on clean lines, quality fabric, and modern design. And they have a full size range, from petite to plus size.
Eileen Fisher Silk Georgette Crepe Long Vest, $348
Eileen Fisher Asymmetrical Drape Jersey Dress, $188
Eileen Fisher Wide Leg Ankle Jeans, $208
Eileen Fisher Silk Skirt, $318
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Founded in 2015, Universal Standard makes modern, cool clothing from sizes 10-28. While there is a bit of a younger spin on the clothes, most of the pieces could be worn at any age. They have a showroom in NY and Seattle where you can shop the full collection. I can’t get over how chic these clothes are! How insanely cool is the Indra blazer? I’m obsessed!
But by far the most revolutionary part of Universal Standard is their Universal Fit Liberty. The UFL is a core collection of clothing with a “fit guarantee,” meaning if you change sizes within a year of purchasing an item from this collection, you can exchange it for a different size. This allows women to purchase clothing guilt-free, and know that even if their size fluctuates they will not have wasted money on clothing they can’t wear. Their clothing is replaced and then donated to either Dress for Success or First Steps.
Universal Standard Geneva Dress, $120
Universal Standard Indra Blazer Coat, $230
Universal Standard Meg Short Blazer, $190
Universal Standard Marano Wrap Top, $80
Universal Standard Potenza Leatherette Pants, $80
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Nic + Zoe makes flattering, easy-to-wear clothing for work and weekend. While knitwear is their specialty, the brand also makes flattering but comfortable pants and simple tops in an extended size range. They also just opened a store in Friendship Heights that we love!
Nic + Zoe Watercolor Silk Blend Sleeveless Dress, $218
Nic + Zoe Weather Mix Cardigan, $168
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Cool and Casual
NYDJ has always been a go-to for our clients who need some stretch in their denim. These are the stretchiest jeans ever, so we’re warning you now to go down at least one size!
NYDJ Pull On Skinny Bootcut Jeans, $119
NYDJ Barbara Stretch Bootcut Jeans, $109
NYDJ Aline Release Hem Ankle Jeans, $119
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For casual and business casual, turn to Nordstrom’s plus department, specifically their in-house brand Sejour. We’ve bought trousers and dresses from them and we and our clients have always been satisfied with the style and quality! This is also the place to look for cotton t-shirts and tank tops. Unlike Lord & Taylor, the department in-store is pretty limited. However, they have a very large selection online.
Sejour Drape Neck Jacket, $129
Sejour Cinched Sleeve Top, $79
Sejour Easy Long Open Front Cardigan, $79
Sejour Stretch Ankle Pants, $68
Sejour Drawstring Woven Jogger Pants, $79
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Trendy and Whimsical
Rebel Wilson x Angels is a relatively new line (launched in 2017) carried at Bloomingdales, Nordstrom, and Lord & Taylor. In an interview with WWD, Rebel explained that many of the pieces were designed around styling tricks she learned over the years from her stylists and costume designers. Because it’s still newish, we haven’t seen it in person. We are loving what we’ve seen from the collection online! It’s all about that faux suede trench.
Rebel Wilson x Angels Faux Suede Trench Coat, $179
Rebel Wilson x Angels Button Up Collar Shirt, $79
Rebel Wilson x Angels Tie Front Shirtdress, $149
Rebel Wilson Flyaway Trench Coat Vest, $129
Rebel Wilson x Angels Asymmetrical Knit Tank, $49
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Modcloth has an obvious vintage spin on their clothes, serving primarily a younger market. If you love all things feminine and printed, this is definitely the shopping site for you. A mom was wearing one of these cool printed dresses at my son’s preschool fundraiser and it was a cool, festive look for the occasion.
Modcloth Surefire Fun Knit Midi Dress in Butterflies, $69
Modcloth Present and Posh Cropped Flare Jeans in Dark Wash, $59
Modcloth Sheer and Now Button-Up Top, $49
Modcloth Marketing Mazer Blazer in Burgundy, $49
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ASOS is a trendy girl’s best friend, no matter what size they are. If you are looking to try out a new style, they carry an iteration of every trend out there, like our favorite art prints and colored suits, in petite, plus, AND maternity.
ASOS Curve Ballon Sleeve Maxi Dress in Abstract Print, $87
Zizzi Suedette Yellow Biker Jacket, $117
River Island Boyfriend Blazer, $95
Elvi Faux Leather Cigarette Pants with Frill Side Detail, $87
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High End Designer
11 Honoré curates designer clothing in sizes 10 to 24. They carry Brandon Maxwell, Zac Posen, Michael Kors Collection, and Christian Siriano (who’s become a champion for size inclusivity). This is a fabulous place for special occasion dresses! And be sure to check out the sale section for super discounted designer pieces.
Adam Lippes Printed Wool Short Sleeve Trapeze Dress, $1,850
Veda Glitter Biker Jacket, $1,100
Prabal Gurung Split Sleeve Crepe Blazer, $1,795
Christian Siriano Stretch Crepe Flounce Dress, $1,200
Tome Karate Pants with Ruffle Belt, $795
Zero + Maria Cornejo Seamed Lena Top, $650
Zac Posen Jacquard Fit and Flare Cocktail Dress, $1,990
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So what do you think? I hope we’ve given you some new plus size shopping tools! And remember, if you need help with shopping at any size, from petite to maternity, we are here to help!
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Lani Inlander is a personal stylist who has been working with clients who want to feel their best and look put-together every day for 20 years. You can find her in the Washington, D.C. and New York metropolitan areas. Are you looking for professional training to become a personal stylist? Learn how you can train with Lani at The Stylist Studio.
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