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 Artsy Plus-size Clothing
Wearable Art, Ethnic Style Apparel, Embellished Fashions

NB: With Bohemian styles all the rage right now, many of the shops listed in the
Young & Trendy section also have artsy selections.  Remember accessories and jewelry are
often the key to the successful artsy, boho or ethnic style.

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Artsy, BoHo & Ethnic Styles in the Spotlight


Ashro
Bliss Print Tunic


Jessica London
Fiesta Print Dress


alight
Artsy Graphic Top


Ulla Popken
Collage Tank Dress

 


Seventh Avenue
2-Piece Skirt Set


Monroe & Main
Printed Lace Bustier

Exotic India
Embroidered
Salwar Suit


Casual Living
Asymmetric Pant Set


Willow Ridge
Eyelet Skirt


Roamans
Embroidered Jeans


Coldwater Creek
Chiffon Kimono Top


Woman Within
Tie Dye Tees


Lew Magram
Cotton Skirt Set


Soft Surroundings
Cotton Gauze Tunic


Drapers & Damons
Batik Dress

Africa Styles Elegant, beautiful, practical and affordable African fashionable attire for today's women. They  have all the selections in contemporary African clothing or weddings, special occasion, and for work, shop or play. Sizes up to Plus (24). Check sizing chart for proper fit.

alight - this young and trendy, plus-size shop carries a variety of labels attractive to the more artsy or bohemian fashionista.  Look for designers like Blue Plate with wonderful all-cotton world prints and styles, but be careful since many labels (such as Blue Plate) are junior plus sizing and run smaller than women's plus sizes.  Plus-sizes available up to 5X.

Ashro - carries a wonderful selection of artsy skirts, sets, tops and more, in addition to more ethnic and Afro-Centric fashions.  Great spot for finding cotton clothing with and artistic flair. Sizes up to 3X (26).

Bedford Fair carries affordable clothes for the everyday woman.  Often can find things like peasant skirts, embroidered tops and sweaters in this shop, in among the more classically inspired basics.  Sizes available up to 3X.

Cashmere Boutique - along with gorgeous cashmere pashminas and wraps, you can spice up your world-style wardrobe with ethnic jewelry from this shop.

Casual Living  has artsy, distinctive and romantic boutique style clothing in sizes up to women's sizes 3X.  Appliqué, embroidery, ethnic inspired design, batik, folkloric influences and flowing styles can all be found here.

Catherine's has long built their plus and super size specialty business on the tastes and styles of women who like bold prints and colors, artsy and whimsical details.  Sizes from 16-34W. Plus petites available in select styles.

Coldwater Creek - distinctive, contemporary style clothing with an artsy edge for women who appreciate quality and unique details.  Excellent selection of dresses, jackets, skirts, tops and casual wear in sizes up to 24W.

Drapers & Damons is for the casually elegant and sophisticated woman who likes an artsier edge to her wardrobe.  Women's sizes available up to 3X.

 eBay (USA) - Buy or sell Plus-size clothing on eBay. Lots of small dealers, some with an artsy and ethnic flavor to their offerings of new and used clothes, accessories and jewelry that you can't find anywhere else. You never know what you can find, but even the hardest to find super sizes can find options here - usually at bargain prices.  Tips for buying on eBay1. Check customer feedback for individual sellers - and make sure you leave feedback after a transaction is complete - it's good eBay etiquette. 2. Know your measurements. No two manufacturers size exactly the same way, so just because the size listed says 20W and you often wear a size 20 there is no guarantee it will fit. The downside to eBay is usually no returns. So demand garment measurements, and know your own.

If you are a non-US, international customer - check out the version of eBay that is right for you!

 eBay Australia eBay Canada | eBay Netherlands | eBay UK

Exotic India has a spectacular collection of hand made Indian jewelry, custom made saris and salwar kameez to your size, shawls and pashminas, textiles, gifts, books and information on Indian culture and heritage. It's worth a browse just to read some of their well written articles.

Fashion Overdose is an ultra-trendy plus-shop that draws that is more cutting-edge pop than bohemian.  Artsy types may like some of the pieces here for their unusual, hard-to-find quality at affordable prices.  Sizes up to 5X.

HSN is the home of such fabulous art-to-wear designers as Storybook Knits, Diane Gilman and Antthony, along with real contemporary designer labels with a more detailed flair -  there are some real gems to be found here at great prices. Whether you want a fun hand knit sweater that tells a story, a fabulous cha cha dress in painted silk, an African inspired caftan, or a gorgeous artist designed scarf or hand bag this is the spot to look. Almost everything comes in plus-sizes up to 3X. 

Jessica London - this plus specialty retailer keeps up with the trends, modified to more wearable styles.  Often has ethnic and Boho inspired options in among the classics in plus-sizes up to 5X.

Lane Bryant Catalog is separate from the mall store and offers a different inventory and larger size selection.  Sometimes you kind find some artier and bohemian offerings in and among the contemporary offerings. Sizes up to 44W.

Lapis Lazuli World:  The finest handcrafted Lapis Lazuli jewelry set in Sterling Silver and 18K Gold. Innovative designs and skilled craftsmanship create wearable works of art!

Lew Magram - since it was bought by Charming Shoppes is starting to carry more and more options in plus-sizes.  Their collection is inspired by the fashion runways with more romantic, boho and artsy styles frequently available. Sizes up to 26W.

Midnight Velvet often has artsy style dress sets and special occasion wear to make you feel fabulous.  Awkward division between the main Midnight Velvet apparel offerings and the "Midnight Velvet Style" offerings on this website.  Make sure to check both collections. Women's sizes available up to 3X.

Monroe & Main  carries contemporary style clothing for work and play, some with unique artistic detailing like appliqués and crochet trims. plus-sizes  available up to size 3X.

Nordstrom Plus-Size Shop icon upscale department store regularly offers more artsy fashions from designers like Glad Rags, Citron and Sweat Pea. Sizes up to 24W.

Norm Thompson Women's - has a small, but upscale selection of plus-sizes for work and play. Many fun, artsy styles for the young at heart. Sizes up to 24W.

Novica is one of those amazing places where you can learn a little bit about the origin of beautiful ethnic crafts, meet the artisans, and get GREAT prices! Check out the beaded purses, jewelry, and wraps - the pashminas are an especially good bargain! 

 

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Old Pueblo Trader carries mostly classics, but every now and again you can find something really artsy and Boho in their offerings, with most styles available up to 3X and occasionally up to 5X.

Orvis upscale, country style for discerning tastes carries an excellent selection of unique ethnic fabric jackets and dresses. Sizes up to 20, petites too.

Overstock has a section devoted to "World Stock" jewelry and accessories that is a goldmine for fabulous artisan crafted items at a fraction of retail. Get Indian jewelry, African beads, Peruvian silver, soft stylish pashminas or hand beaded evening bags to name just a few. Gorgeous stuff at up to 80% off.

QVC  has the latest fashion trends in apparel, accessories, footwear & more. They are home to the wearable art created by Bob Mackie and artsy labels such as Indigo Moon,  Koos of Course and Quacker Factory. Excellent selection at excellent prices. Beautiful embroidery, beading, hand knits, painted silks ands more. Sizes up to 3X (26-28W)  available.

Red Hats and More - specialist in red and purple wear, in addition to licensed Red Hat Society apparel, gifts and jewelry. More novelty than artsy, we still appreciate the idea behind the society. Sizes up to 3X.

Roaman's - with the Asian inspirations coming into trendy fashion in recent years, this cataloguer has been consistently carrying artsier styles that are both easy on the budget and in harder find sizes.  Plus sizes 12-44W.

Seventh Avenue Apparel - fun clothing for the more artsy at heart. Sizes up to 3X.

Silhouettes - this plus-exclusive catalog and e-retailer has been coming up in style in recent years and you can often find embroidered, beaded, romantic or world-inspired fashions in among the classic and trendy offerings.  Sizes from 12-44W.

Soft Surroundings  worldly style clothing made of the softest fabrics. Wrap yourself in comfort. plus-sizes available up to 3X, petites and tall sizes up to 18.

Travel Smith - it's often true that well-traveled women have an artier sensibility, at least in their more casual style, so it isn't a surprise that this travel apparel company has good selection of ethnic inspired and artsy clothing.  Women's sizes available up to 26W.

Ulla Popken  is a European designer (outlets in the US & abroad)  that offers some artsy kimonos and scarves in its special occasion collections, and casual art to wear in its summer dress selections, all in sizes 12 to 34.

Vera Bradley is known for her signature quilted fabric totes, handbags and accessories fashioned in artsy, boho prints.

We Love Colors Inc.  - this fabulous tights spot has an amazing collection of tie dye, striped and rainbow hued tights in 45 colors that are perfect for completing the ultimate artsy outfit. plus-sizes available up to 4X.

Willow Ridge is a value-priced women's apparel catalog that carries a selection classic, contemporary and trendy fashions, some with novelty and bohemian detailing. Plus-sizes up to 3X.

Woman Within is a real-priced catalog and e-retailer that specializes in plus and super-size apparel.  Style has been coming up as consumer demand pushes for more on-trend fashions.  If you wear a hard-to-find size, this shop has some gems in artsier styles from time to time. Recently added an organic cotton line to their offerings too.  Sizes from 12 to 44W.

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