Oscar De La Huerte answered
There are a number of shops on the UK high-street that cater for the larger lady.
Dorothy Perkins and Evans are obvious choices if you're looking for plus-size clothing on the high-street, whilst the internet also boasts many specialized retailers catering for voluptuously-sized ladies.
Large clothes for women in the UK
Dorothy Perkins and Evans are obvious choices if you're looking for plus-size clothing on the high-street, whilst the internet also boasts many specialized retailers catering for voluptuously-sized ladies.
Large clothes for women in the UK
Firstly, I'd like to say that you should consider yourself lucky that you live in the UK.
If you think that finding clothes in a size 18+ is difficult, you should try shopping in Italy! My wife and I lived there for several years, and let me tell you- there is a serious gap in the market there!
Having said that, I find that it can be a struggle to find 'nice' clothes for larger ladies on the UK high street.
As far as shops go, I'd probably suggest the following:
Evans– first shop that pops into mind when I think of clothing for the plus-size woman. Their sizes range from 14-32, and the range of clothing is quite good.
Ann Harvey– Another big player in the plus size market, but slightly more 'upmarket' than Evans. This shop is a good choice for finding that elegant evening dress or some sleek formal attire. They cater for sizes 16-32.
As an example of how the major retailers are also jumping on the plus size band wagon, stores like New Look and Marks and Spencer have also released larger ranges.
New Look Inspire– Really great selection of casual wear, sizes 16-28
Marks and Spencer- I think they now do up to a size 32 in some ranges.
Plus size clothing online
I know you specifically mentioned the high street in your question, but I'd urge you to also keep an open mind about some of the web-based shops out there.
Sites like curvety.com or bonemarche.com are good sites if you're looking for larger sized clothes online.
Although buying over the internet means that you don't have the benefit of trying out items, I find that the selection on offer is usually larger, and less bland than some of the highstreet retailers.
One final site I find quite fun and exciting is simplybe.co.uk. They've also been endorsed by Gok Wan - so you know they must be good!
If you think that finding clothes in a size 18+ is difficult, you should try shopping in Italy! My wife and I lived there for several years, and let me tell you- there is a serious gap in the market there!
Having said that, I find that it can be a struggle to find 'nice' clothes for larger ladies on the UK high street.
As far as shops go, I'd probably suggest the following:
Evans– first shop that pops into mind when I think of clothing for the plus-size woman. Their sizes range from 14-32, and the range of clothing is quite good.
Ann Harvey– Another big player in the plus size market, but slightly more 'upmarket' than Evans. This shop is a good choice for finding that elegant evening dress or some sleek formal attire. They cater for sizes 16-32.
As an example of how the major retailers are also jumping on the plus size band wagon, stores like New Look and Marks and Spencer have also released larger ranges.
New Look Inspire– Really great selection of casual wear, sizes 16-28
Marks and Spencer- I think they now do up to a size 32 in some ranges.
Plus size clothing online
I know you specifically mentioned the high street in your question, but I'd urge you to also keep an open mind about some of the web-based shops out there.
Sites like curvety.com or bonemarche.com are good sites if you're looking for larger sized clothes online.
Although buying over the internet means that you don't have the benefit of trying out items, I find that the selection on offer is usually larger, and less bland than some of the highstreet retailers.
One final site I find quite fun and exciting is simplybe.co.uk. They've also been endorsed by Gok Wan - so you know they must be good!
