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

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).

Avenue is introducing more and more styles with an artsy or bohemian edge to them, some in beautiful silks and cottons from designers like YASB, Berek and Sandy Starkman, in addition to their own labels.  Sizes up to 32W.

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.

Boden - unique British style for the American market. Some fun, artsy and unusual looks frequently turn up here.  Sizes up to UK 20/US18.

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.

Chadwicks frequently carries more artsy and romantic styles among their more classic and tailored offerings in sizes up to 24W.

Chic Star carries Goth, Retro, Vintage and Rockabilly style fashion in sizes up to 26.

Chico's carries a selection of quality, contemporary fashion with clean, modern lines and artistic details in natural fibers, appropriate for casual, work and dressier occasions.  Good travel knit collection also. Sizes available up to 18.

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

Dillard's carries upscale fashion with a trendy to bohemian flair in wonderful fabrics like cotton and silks from top labels and designers. Sizes up to 24W.

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 Bug has recently increased artsier options like tunic tops and embroidered jeans among their affordable fashions in sizes up to 30W.

Figuresque is a small, trendy independent plus-size boutique that often carries romantic and artsy styles for sizes up to 6X.

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.

Macy's has recently increased it's plus size offerings to offer young, fresh, contemporary and artsy styles.  The top selection is particularly good here. Sizes up to 3X.

Metrostyle is a young, fashionable, affordable hot spot that frequently has some artsier offerings in sizes up to 24W.

Midnight Velvet often has artsy style dress sets and special occasion wear to make you feel fabulous.  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 upscale department store regularly offers more artsy fashions from designers like Glad Rags, Citron and Sweat Pea. Sizes up to 24W.

North Style carries a mixture of artsy, classic and natural fiber fashions in sizes up to 3X.

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! 

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.

Pyramid Collection is a New Age gift catalog that carries romantic, vintage, artsy and goth fashion and jewelry including tops, skirts and dresses.  Sizes up to 3X.

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.

SWAK - is an independent plus and super size clothing boutique that frequently has affordable romantic and artsy style fashions in sizes up to 6X.

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.