Plus Size Upscale Women's Clothing

Buying plus size upscale women’s clothing is easy if you know where to look. When you have a full figure, you have just as much need to dress to impress for your job or social events. Designer plus size clothing is becoming more and more of a reality. Over 60% of American women wear a size 14 or above, and designers are started to respond.

There are many stores that offer plus size discount clothing for women. Old Navy, Target and Walmart all have plus sized lines. While these clothes are generally well made, they don’t offer the same kind of quality that upscale clothing does. Cheaply made clothing tends to fall apart easier when it is washed. Faded colors and loose seams are also problems that you can encounter with discount plus sized clothing.

There is nothing wrong with buying discount clothes, but you may want to invest in your wardrobe for the long term. Buying basics, like a little black dress, from a plus size upscale women’s clothing store is the best way to get the most bang for your buck. You can wear the same high quality dress year after year. Other basics to consider buying are a tailored coat, a nice pantsuit and a collared white shirt.

You may also want to shop for upscale plus clothing for a special occasion. Upscale plus sized stores may have a wider selection of formal wear, party dresses and other outfits that are appropriate for your next big event. Investing in a piece like this from an upscale women’s clothing store will help you get a quality item that you can use again and again, or resell later for a large portion of the original price.

There are many stores that cater to those who are looking for plus size upscale women’s clothing. August Max Woman and Talbot’s Woman can normally be found in malls in larger cities. Both stores also have an online presence. These stores offer higher end clothes for sizes over 14. They have designer brands and also a formal wear section.

Catherine’s, Nordstrom’s and The Avenue are moderately priced retailers that feature designer clothing. Anne Klein, Jessica McClintock, Vicki Vi, Nine West and London Fog all have growing plus sized sections offered in these stores.

Once you become familiar with brand names and the quality you are looking for, you can shop for good deals at stores like Ross and Marshall’s. These stores carry overstocked designer clothing. With these options you can get the high quality of designer clothes without paying the huge prices.

Some designers exclusively offer plus sized designs. Thanks to the Internet, you may be able to shop for their designs directly online.

• Monif C. – This New York based designer became frustrated with the plus size market, so she started her own line. She emphasizes bright colors, comfort and vintage details, with influences from the Caribbean. The Monif C. boutique is located in Manhattan, but you can also shop online.
• SVOBODA – This group of contemporary designers specializes in denim but is stretching into other areas, like dresses and loungewear. The line is available at Nordstrom’s, Saks Fifth Avenue and Neiman Marcus.
• Kiyonna – This web and boutique based store has career outfits, separates and special occasion wear. They also offer casual clothing. One of the things that sets Kiyonna apart from other plus size shops is that it has a bridal boutique for sizes 12 and up.

Upscale women’s clothing for the fuller figure is becoming more and more of a reality as manufacturers and designers are responding to women’s needs.

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