plus sizes

Extended garment range

Plus sizes are clothing sizes larger than the standard range, typically starting around size 14 or 16 for women in the US.

The term emerged as retailers and manufacturers created separate lines for larger bodies: The store expanded its plus-size section.

Plus-size can also function as an adjective describing models, fashion, or people who wear these sizes.

clothing

curvy

Having smooth bends

outsize · flattering · tailored · stretch · adjustable · roomy · comfortable · custom-fit · Lane Bryant

body-positivity

self-love

Prioritizing your own worth

self-esteem · body image · representation · visibility · diversity · inclusivity · anti-diet · body neutrality · curves · voluptuous

fashion

style

Distinctive way of expression

  • trendyCurrently in vogue
  • chicTasteful, current flair
  • elegantGracefully refined, tasteful

glamour · silhouette · draping · prints · accessories · boutique · designer · runway · bodycon · A-line

retail

measurement

Determining size or amount

  • bustFailure or sculpture
  • waistTorso's narrowest circumference
  • hipsLeg-torso joint areas

inseam · availability · selection · assortment · online shopping · specialty stores · Old Navy

Categories
Opposites
body size/clothing scale

plus sizespetite

Small and delicate

petite sizes · extra-small · size zero · double zero · XXS

fashion industry categorization

plus sizespetite

Small and delicate

misses · junior · slim fit

Family

plus, size, sized, sizing, sizable, sizeable, oversize, oversized, undersize

Familiarity
Top 100,000
Profile
Known to kids · Used worldwide · Timeless · Concrete · Everyday, not technical · Rated G