Plus Size

Wide-leg pants often get a bad rap, especially for curvy women, but they can be incredibly flattering when styled the right way. Once I discovered the perfect combinations, these pants …

Full-chested ladies, here’s your guide on how to dress a large bust. I’m writing this post on request from a budget fashionista who sent in this note: Hi, I just …

Finding clothes that fit and flatter is a challenge for any woman, but it can be even more difficult for women who wear plus sizes. It can be difficult to …

Do you remember when Googling “fall fashion for plus size ladies” returned mostly websites carrying dated, shapeless garments? Thankfully, those days are behind us. Stores like Eloquii, Wray, and Universal …

Eloquii is the destination for fashion-forward, plus-size clothes suitable for work and play. The brand was originally a short-lived, plus-size line at Limited that met its demise when Limited decided …

If you’re willing to let Old Navy’s spotty plus-size strategy slide, here are seven must-haves of the moment from the online shop.

You have Friday night circled with a heart on your calendar and that can only mean one thing: date night. Maybe you’re exploring someone new, or perhaps you’re interested in …

Specs: Body type: Plus-size pear Occasion: Country music concert Styling: Subtle and sophisticated Budget: Under $150 Pieces: LAUREN Ralph Lauren Gingham Georgette Surplice Top, $59.27, Zappos STS Blue Bootcut Jeans, …

Specs: Body type: Plus Occasion: Work Styling: Subtle and sophisticated Budget: Under $250 Pieces: Kasper Plus-Size Sheath Dress, $48.99, Macy’s Eliza J Ruched Sleeve Blazer, $98, Nordstrom David Tate Kristen …

Specs: Body type: Plus-size, Pear-shaped Occasion: Shorts outfit for everyday Styling: Subtle and sophisticated Budget: Under $85 Pieces: Floral V-neck Blouse, $15, SHEIN Susan Graver High-stretch Denim Bermuda Shorts, $28.64, …

Specs: Body type: Plus-size Occasion: Everyday Styling: Subtle and sophisticated Budget: Under $75 Pieces: Leith Surplice Wide Leg Jumpsuit, $38.98, Nordstrom Block Heel Sandals, $20.94, Ardene Franco Sarto Fayth Wedge …

In need of some fresh sartorial inspiration? One of the best ways to get motivated about stepping into new looks is to see them on body types like your own. …

Long one of the most polished and elegant pieces in women’s fashion history, the pencil skirt has always been relevant. Part of its charm is in its versatility and ability …

As fashionistas, we see the rise and fall of so many labels that play in the budget space. Just when we grow fond of a line we can get at …

Dear Budget Fashionista: I am a plus-sized woman and was just invited to a black-tie optional event in early December. I’m 28 and don’t want to look 58. On top of …

The internet and a burgeoning plus-size fashion industry are conspiring to make it a pretty good time for fashionistas with curves. It’s about time! And while we won’t pretend it’s …

Want to rock a tiny bikini but you have a little body image voice holding you back? Eh, so what if you have a round backside and wide hips? There …

Size-inclusive brand Universal Standard is bringing its model search and pop-up shop to St. Louis on October 23. The event will be held at Third Degree Glass Factory ​ (5200 Delmar) …

This fall, Rebel Wilson debuted her contemporary collection for women size 14 and up. This signature concept from the Australian entertainment icon is rooted in the belief that style has …

The only good thing about the unavoidable end of summer is the fresh stock of styles that show up in our fav stores. Fall always brings in a rich selection …

There is absolutely no reason why plus size sistas can’t be fabulous at the beach. It’s taken decades for swimwear designers to catch on to the fact that, hey, full-figured …

A Budget Fashionista reader asks: I am stuck wearing t-shirts and jeans to everything. I don’t feel comfortable in low neck tops or too tight of clothes. I have a fixed …

Let’s get practical here. We’re in the throws of wedding season, and you’ve read every blog post there is about what to wear to a wedding. All those tips are …

We’re starting 2017 off with some self-love! Last week, we chatted with female fashion entrepreneur Anne Claire Isabella about her own inspiring story. Now we’d like you to meet Larissa Gonzales, another …

It’s time to kill that old New Year’s resolution about losing weight. Right? The New Year, New You thing has been disappointing women for way too long. Unless you’re under doctors orders …

“I have nothing to wear!!” Holiday parties are notorious for sparking those frantic, closet-searching moments when you declare you’ve got nothing — absolutely nothing — to wear. In this case, …

Dresses are so easy to wear to work, particularly if you’re not a morning gal. Think about it: put an iron to it and pair it with your favorite shoes …

Plus size fashion has come a long way in recent years. You no longer need to compromise your everyday style due to a lack of options for plus size casual outfits. …

Sadly, the Melissa McCarthy Seven7 collection is no longer in production. You can find McCarthy pieces out on the interwebs, though. Read on: For our review of the collection when …

One of this season’s hottest trends is the plus size bikini. While there’s been much (and we mean MUCH) discussion about the merits of this trend, we here at TBF …

Many types of garments don’t provide enough plus-size options. But we can’t really say the same about plus-size jeans. There are several brands with fabulous denim options, including ASOS Curve, …

We don’t know what it is about the UK that just gets fashion right for the plus size woman but we hope they don’t stop whatever it is that they’re …

The nature of my plus size fashion tips have evolved over the years. There was a time when I was writing mostly about where you could find stylish plus sized …

Dear Budget Fashionista: Hi! I’ve just started getting into “fashion” hose and tights in order to liven up my boring lawyer wardrobe. However, I have a few problems. First, I …

Yes, we love lying out at the beach and playing in the pool, but even the most enthusiastic shoppers dread the thought of searching for a swimsuit, and we don’t …

Q: I am a plus-size bride in dire searching for beautiful cheap plus size wedding dresses. I live in the New York area and everything seems to be in a size …

It’s an ever-lasting debate for women of all shapes and sizes: How Do I Wear Leggings Without Looking Ridiculous? Luckily, it’s really quite simple. And, the best tips for wearing …

When I requested to write about how to wear colored jeans if you’re plus-size, Kathryn and everyone kinda looked at me a little strange. Okay, a LOT strange. Basically, they …

We’ve bemoaned the agony of finding fashionable and affordable plus size clothing a million times before, so we’ll skip that soapbox here. You know, in the interest of brevity. That …

Plus-sized women everywhere can thank real estate investor Joseph Sitt for bringing Ashley Stewart stores and clothes to the masses. Sitt founded the retailer in 1991, after identifying a massive …

In 2011, Women’s Wear Daily wrote about “The Oprah Effect,” detailing how Oprah Winfrey kicked the manufacturing of cute plus-size undergarments into action. Now, fashionable bras and underwear for curvy …

In 2008, we reviewed Redress NYC, a slamming new consignment shop and vintage boutique for plus size fashionistas in Brooklyn. Located in the Boerum Hill section, Redress NYC was one …

Dear Budget Fashionista, What’s happening to large size fashion?  It’s becoming harder and harder to find “nice” brands of large size clothes, particularly at a bargain. Is this a trend? …

The era of flower-printed muumuus is long gone. The fashion caste system that separated people into those who can (skinny and rich) and those who can’t (everyone else) created by …