Fashion for curvy girls

dustycyclist72 said:I was looking over the strap dimensions myself—and honestly, those measurements just don't sit right with me. They feel incredibly off. 🤷

Let me know once they arrive. 😉

No worries. I’m counting on getting something that fits a 49-inch waist. 🤣 (Can't exactly talk about my actual waist size here, gotta stick to their website numbers, haha) We'll see how it goes. ☕

nimbleheron47 said:Has anyone ever ordered from La Redoute before?

I still have some old pieces of theirs—including one jacket and this gorgeous long coat that looks brand new 😍—and they were worth every penny. But the size tags have completely worn off from age 😬, so now I’m totally lost on how their sizing works. I know it runs larger than US or European sizing, but I can't quite remember by how much.

I found a (nearly) neutral jacket 😍 at a decent price (wish it was a little more pressed, but it should be fine). Honestly, I don't trust those online size charts—every time I follow them, everything ends up being way too baggy—so mathematically speaking... maybe H&M plus one size or two? I can't remember anymore. 🤷

If I recall correctly, I used to order one size up from my usual US size.🤷
Lately, I've mostly been shopping at 3 Sisters, and I always go one size up there too.😁

swiftnomad4 said:If I recall correctly, I used to order one size up from my usual US size.🤷
Lately, I've mostly been shopping at 3 Sisters, and I always go one size up there too.😁

So, turns out sizing is a total lie—I found one of their shirts in my closet, a 46/48, but when I actually tried it on, it felt more like a 44/46. And the crazy part? That’s exactly what the tag says. Just goes to show, you can't always trust the label. 😬).

By the way—if you’re ever over at the CC1 West mall, check out the Peek & Cloppenburg on the lower level. They’ve got these tees and sweaters in larger sizes at really decent prices—and honestly, they aren't total junk. There’s a huge variety of colors, too; you can find pretty much anything. Most of the bright ones are striped—because apparently, that's the big thing this year—but there's plenty of options. The biggest I spotted was a 3XL. The sizing feels pretty standard, though (I saw a lot of 44s, which fits me just fine), so there should be something for everyone if you don't mind digging through the piles—everything is just kind of heaped together. A good chunk of it—most of it, really—is marked down to $59. $26.

Listen, I just stumbled upon this new plus-size boutique😁

http://www.swakdesigns.com/

It’s an American brand—sizes run from 14 to 36, and they actually have a decent variety.
From what I can gather, they ship globally—which is a relief, given how much of a hassle finding specific fits can be.😁

Has anyone here actually ordered from them before? Any experiences to share?

dustycyclist72 said:Listen, I just stumbled upon this new plus-size boutique😁

http://www.swakdesigns.com/

It’s an American brand—sizes run from 14 to 36, and they actually have a decent variety.
From what I can gather, they ship globally—which is a relief, given how much of a hassle finding specific fits can be.😁

Has anyone here actually ordered from them before? Any experiences to share?

I actually saw them mentioned on an Australian forum 🤣 (I was Googling plus-size shops). It seems like a lot of women order from there.

Personally, though, I try to avoid anything outside the States—I really don't have the energy to deal with customs. Plus, shipping on that site starts at $15 even for tiny orders. Which means you're looking at $25 plus $53 whatever customs fees pop up. 😢 Basically, even if you stay under the duty limit (I forget the exact number, honestly), you still end up paying sales tax and processing fees, shipping, and those weird postal handling charges. Anyway, those fixed costs usually hit around $30 ($25 maybe, $3.25 for the customs paperwork, $1.75 then delivery—at least that's how I remember the breakdown from someone else's post on here recently).

It’s probably only worth it if you place a big order to bring the cost per item down. For just one or two things... it ends up being way too expensive.

nimbleheron47 said:I actually saw them mentioned on an Australian forum 🤣 (I was Googling plus-size shops). It seems like a lot of women order from there.

Personally, though, I try to avoid anything outside the States—I really don't have the energy to deal with customs. Plus, shipping on that site starts at $15 even for tiny orders. Which means you're looking at $25 plus $53 whatever customs fees pop up. 😢 Basically, even if you stay under the duty limit (I forget the exact number, honestly), you still end up paying sales tax and processing fees, shipping, and those weird postal handling charges. Anyway, those fixed costs usually hit around $30 ($25 maybe, $3.25 for the customs paperwork, $1.75 then delivery—at least that's how I remember the breakdown from someone else's post on here recently).

It’s probably only worth it if you place a big order to bring the cost per item down. For just one or two things... it ends up being way too expensive.

Exactly—I stick to domestic or North American retailers myself; ordering from overseas is out of the question. I'm not interested in gambling with Customs.
As for this specific shop, I'll pass—between the steep shipping and the potential duties, I'd likely end up paying more than the actual clothes were worth. 😁

Anyway, I just wanted to throw it out there as an option in case someone else wants to take the leap. 🤷

Hey everyone!
Since I’m pretty much the new kid on the block here, I wasn't quite sure where to go with this, so I figured I'd just drop a question right here. If anyone happens to have an answer, of course...
So, I’m a size 32G and carrying some extra weight—currently sitting at a 50/52 in US sizes—and I need to find some formal wear. We're talking a dress or some kind of outfit for a wedding coming up in a few months. If anyone knows where I should look, preferably around Los Angeles, please let me know. I'm already crossing C&A and GjuroXL off my list because their "formal" selection is way too old for my taste.
THANKS

H&M actually carries larger sizes. You might have better luck there. It’s also worth checking out Peek & Cloppenburg—though I'm not entirely sure if they stock the bigger ranges.

Kevin Brooks said:H&M actually carries larger sizes. You might have better luck there. It’s also worth checking out Peek & Cloppenburg—though I'm not entirely sure if they stock the bigger ranges.

I'm not really sure about their regular prices—I was just browsing the sale section yesterday—but even the biggest dresses and jackets were only around $48.😢

You can find some truly exquisite, high-end pieces here—the kind of stuff that really makes an impression 😉

Since everyone’s tastes vary—and let's face it, we don't all have the same eye for quality—I'd suggest browsing as much of the collection as possible.

Hannah Cook said:Hey everyone!
Since I’m pretty much the new kid on the block here, I wasn't quite sure where to go with this, so I figured I'd just drop a question right here. If anyone happens to have an answer, of course...
So, I’m a size 32G and carrying some extra weight—currently sitting at a 50/52 in US sizes—and I need to find some formal wear. We're talking a dress or some kind of outfit for a wedding coming up in a few months. If anyone knows where I should look, preferably around Los Angeles, please let me know. I'm already crossing C&A and GjuroXL off my list because their "formal" selection is way too old for my taste.
THANKS

Honestly, if I were you, I'd check out some online options. You actually get to pick what looks good rather than just squeezing into whatever fits. 🤷

Peek and prod. I might swing by again, but I’m skeptical—I didn't spot anything worth grabbing at C&A, and let's be real, there's only one in the whole city of San Diego anyway... As for shopping online, I've used Neckermann before, but I actually knew my sizes then. Now? Who knows how things will fit? And don't even get me started on ordering from overseas; it's a total gamble.
I was just thinking if anyone knew of some boutique or shop I haven't heard of yet—anywhere, really—but alright. Thanks for the effort, everyone. 🙂

Honestly, you might be better off not discovering online shopping—once you see how much more flattering the selection is for our curves, you’ll be hooked. 🤣 I mean, half my wardrobe arrives via the mail carrier lately. 😳

I guess your options are either finding a local tailor or sticking to online stores. Around here, unfortunately, most of the stuff you find in shops is pretty basic and unflattering. 😢

Oh boy, what a total disaster, honestly just a complete mess 😁 (she’s a tailor, by the way)
Thanks, nimbleheron47

Hannah Cook said:Oh boy, what a total disaster, honestly just a complete mess 😁 (she’s a tailor, by the way)
Thanks, nimbleheron47

If you happen to have a Marks & Spencer nearby, it might be worth a look there too. 😁

Nema 😢

Ladies, does anyone have any experience here? Can I actually trust the sizing on these (I'm thinking about picking up some jeans)
link?

Robert Hall52 said:Ladies, does anyone have any experience here? Can I actually trust the sizing on these (I'm thinking about picking up some jeans)
link?

Maybe this helps: http://fatshionista.livejournal.com/4925933.html

Looks like some of the numbers are running a little long—and a little short, too.

They usually run a little large, if you ask me—and honestly, those bottoms? Way too short.

If you aren't (pre)tall, then they probably won't be short.

A Polish boutique specializing in prostrate lingerie: http://biubiu.pl/.

Found them through some UK-based blogs.

They carry sizes up to a 49-inch bust (46BBB).

Their selection seems a bit thin right now—though I noticed quite a few bloggers have been ordering from them lately. 🤷

Edit: Hopefully they'll expand the inventory soon—they seem pretty active over on Facebook.

I’ve been wearing these dresses for a little while now—honestly, I think they were practically made for an hourglass figure. I first stumbled upon them on eBay, but it looks like they're available right here too: http://www.lindybop.co.uk/index.asp. So, for anyone out there who's into that vintage look. 😉

They go up to a US size 18.