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Home · Curvy Women

Curvy Girl Style: Shopping Guide

An editor-approved list of where to find the best fits for your curves without sacrificing on style.
By Celia L. Smith · Updated October 28, 2020
01
Hips & Curves

Hips & Curves: “Being sexy starts beneath the clothing, and Hips & Curves understands that all size women want to be sexy.” – Celia L. Smith

Curvy Girl Style: Shopping Guide
02
Monif C.

Monif C: “I love that the designer never compromises on style! The same pieces you’ll find that’s hot for a petite-sized woman, Monif makes just as chic for the full-figured lady.” – Celia Smith, Fashion Editor

Curvy Girl Style: Shopping Guide
03
Mynt 1792

MYNT 1792: “You can find it on MYNT 1792 and Nordstrom.com. Again, great classic pieces with a twist. Not overly trendy but totally current and cool. MYNT is great for leather-like jackets, denim and now they’ve added separates into the new collection.” – Kellie Brown, Blogger of Fatshioninsider

Curvy Girl Style: Shopping Guide
04
Simply Be

SimplyBe: “It’s really like a department store. Great brands including their own, Anna Scholz, Joe Brown and many others. I actually just got my new favorite tiger print harem pants and am in love!” – Kellie Brown – Kellie Brown, Blogger of Fatshioninsider

Curvy Girl Style: Shopping Guide
05
Torrid

Torrid: “When you’re curvy, finding skinny jeans can seem like an impossible féte. No one knows comfortable denim like Torrid does! You won’t leave without finding something that works for you. I also love their selection of modern tights and accessories, lingerie and trendy shoes in wider sizes. (And, they won’t be immediately sold out of a size 10 pair.)” – Charli Penn, Relationships Editor

Curvy Girl Style: Shopping Guide
06
Lane Bryant

Lane Bryant: “The quality is undeniable and it is my go-to place for bras that don’t make me feel like I stole them from my great grandma’s drawers.” – Charli Penn, Relationships Editor.

Curvy Girl Style: Shopping Guide
07
Dorothy Perkins

Dorothy Perkins: “Their summer dress and winter coat collections are affordable, chic and in abundance. Happy shopping!” -Charli Penn, Relationships Editor

Curvy Girl Style: Shopping Guide
08
Zappos

Zappos: “They have a seemingly infinite inventory of clothes in my size and a search function that makes shopping online so easy! Almost too easy.”  – Elosi Ikharo, Manager of Digital Sales Development

Curvy Girl Style: Shopping Guide
09
Vintage

“Goodwill and vintage shops because they actually have clothes that were made for curvier women.”  – Elosi Ikharo, Manager of Digital Sales Development

Curvy Girl Style: Shopping Guide
10
Lord & Taylor

“Lord & Taylor always has chic, sophisticated pieces in plus sizes for the professional woman. It’s great for work wear and of course they carry Tadashi Shoji, who’s great for evening wear.” – Reneise Francis, Market Editor

Curvy Girl Style: Shopping Guide
11
H&M

H&M: “I come to H&M for clothes that are sexy yet versatile. I also love to stock up on basics. I have more T-shirts, camis and tank tops than I can count.  Their accessories section is wonderful for adding the right sparkle to an outfit. Love them!” – Elosi Ikharo, Manager of Digital Sales Development

Curvy Girl Style: Shopping Guide
12
Macy’s

“Macy’s has a nice selection of American designers: Calvin Klein, Michael Kors and Ralph Lauren that all carry larger sizes. And you know Macy’s always  has a sale going on so it’s great designer pieces at lower prices.”  – Reneise Francis, Market Editor

Curvy Girl Style: Shopping Guide
13
Fashion 2 Figure

Fashion 2 Figure – “I love that they are always on trend and right in my price range. Their clothes are the antithesis of frumpy.” – Elosi Ikharo, Manager of Digital Sales Development

Curvy Girl Style: Shopping Guide
14
Forever21

“Forever21 is a great cheap resource that carries large sizes.” – Reneise Francis, Market Editor

Curvy Girl Style: Shopping Guide
15
Talbots

“Talbots –– straight classic!” -Danielle Brown, Beauty Director

Curvy Girl Style: Shopping Guide
16
Madison Plus

“Madison Plus is one-stop-shop for a bunch of different curvy girl sites.”  -Danielle Brown, Beauty Director

Curvy Girl Style: Shopping Guide
17
Gap & Old Navy

“Gap and Old Navy both have long and curvy jeans.” – Danielle Brown, Beauty Director

Curvy Girl Style: Shopping Guide
18
Rue 107 Plus

Rue 107 Plus: “Their pieces are so darn sexy and the prints are wild!” – Celia L. Smith, Fashion Editor

Curvy Girl Style: Shopping Guide
19
ASOS Curve

“ASOS Curve is a must and my tried and true. The large inventory is ridiculous with trendy options and they have free shipping both ways so you can try on in the comfort of your own home and with mirrors you trust. ” – Reneise Francis, Market Editor

Curvy Girl Style: Shopping Guide
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Target

Target: “Everything’s cheap and chic, and they have a great range of sizes in everything from bras to bridal.” – Celia L. Smith, Fashion Editor

Curvy Girl Style: Shopping Guide
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