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Find your perfect fit with these 14 stylist-approved size-inclusive brands

Olivia SmithAugust 27, 20245 Mins read33

With the help of thousands of outfit posts flooding social media feeds daily, it’s never been easier to find fashion inspiration. But finding stylish pieces that perfectly fit and flatter your body’s shape? Not so easy. Thankfully, there’s a growing number of size-inclusive brands that cater to a larger array of body types and sizes.

From everyday basics and workwear to formal wear for special events, your clothing should make you feel comfortable and confident. So, if your go-to stores just aren’t cutting it anymore, now could be the perfect time to try some new brands. We asked personal stylists to help us break down what a size-inclusive brand is, their favorite ones to shop and what you can do to better make your clothes work for you.

What does size-inclusive mean?

You may think that a size-inclusive brand only offers a broader range of sizes than mainstream retailers. While it’s true that many of them do offer a greater size range, some go further than that, including cut and fit options designed to better accommodate more than one body shape.

“Brands tend to think that plus-size means ‘big and tall,’” says Peter Nguyen, personal stylist and founder of The Essential Man. “But not all big clients I’ve worked with are tall and not all tall clients I’ve worked with have been big.”

At the other end of the spectrum, Nguyen says that many brands are still overlooking sizes made with shorter men in mind. Though the average height of a man in the US is around 5 feet 9 inches, Nguyen says that during his time working as a designer, the average height of clothing fit models was closer to 6 feet 2 inches.

“What you end up having [are] clothes designed for proportions that don’t fit the average guy,” Nguyen says. “Basics like T-shirts will often be too long for clients. And it becomes frustrating with items that aren’t alteration friendly, like sweaters.”

Consistently struggling to find clothes that fit you properly only adds to the frustration of the shopping experience. Cassandra Sethi, a personal stylist at Next Level Wardrobe, says that many of her clients who struggle to find well-fitting clothing feel they can only shop online since many brands don’t carry additional sizes in their physical stores. She adds that shoppers might also bump up against issues with customer service too. “Usually, staff of retail brands aren’t trained properly on how to fit and speak to all body types, and this causes clients to feel unheard and unseen,” Sethi says.

Even with brands offering more size, cut and fit options, there’s still a chance some clothes won’t fit you exactly the way you want straight from the store. For the best fit, Nguyen recommends putting aside 15% to 20% of your clothing budget for alterations and suggests finding a good tailor that can adjust the clothes to your body’s shape. “Most people don’t fit 100% off the rack,” Nguyen says. “A few tweaks can make anything fit and look like it was bespoke.”

Sethi recommends her clients try on lots of clothing, which can open up a more diverse array of brands, styles and cuts. Though, if that process still induces tireless, dressing room stress, you can always reach out to a stylist for some professional fashion help.

“There is something available for any budget and [goal]. An expert stylist can provide a new point of view for you when it comes to your style and how you see yourself,” she says. “It’ll also lessen the decision fatigue and research, which can feel frustrating if you don’t know what to do.”

To help jump-start your next shopping expedition, we’ve rounded up a list of size-inclusive brands that cater to men’s and women’s styles, some of which come recommended right from our expert stylists.

Bonobos

For menswear, Nguyen likes Bonobos, which, in addition to sizes that range from XS to XXL, also offers an array of different cut options for its tops and bottoms. “Bonobos has options for short and tall lengths on items like button-down shirts and casual pants, as well as [an] athletic cut for those with larger thighs and arms.” He adds that Bonobos also offers a line of extended sizing up to a 54-inch waist and size 54 suit jacket, though these sizes are only offered on select items.

Bonobos Weekday Warrior Dress Pants

These Weekend Warrior pants will keep you looking sharp at the office during the week and also dress up nicely for weekend events like weddings or parties .

$119

Bonobos Everyday Oxford Shirt

Choose from four different fits, three different length options and over 15 colors for this Oxford shirt, which looks dapper on its own or under a jacket or blazer.

$60

Bonobos Jetsetter Knit Blazer

Grab this lightweight knit blazer in a slim, standard or athletic cut across nine different colors.

$249

Uniqlo

Popular for its affordable basics and closest staples, Uniqlo also offers most of its styles in sizes XXS to 2XL for women and XXS to 3XL for men. It even offers free and low-cost alterations on select styles of pants online, so you can design a more tailored fit before the clothes even arrive at your door.

Uniqlo Long-Sleeve Waffle T-Shirt

Layer up with this relaxed fit waffle shirt perfect for fall or winter wear.

$25

Uniqlo Pleated Wide Pants

Reviewers love that these drapey pants are both comfortable and polished enough to pass as office wear.

$40

Uniqlo Denim Trucker Jacket

We love a good denim jacket, and this unisex cut comes in classic Blue, Dark Gray and Off White.

$60

Proper Cloth

For those who still have a hard time finding their size, even among more inclusive brands, Nguyen recommends exploring custom options. “Proper Cloth is a 100% custom, made-to-order brand that has been great for clients with unique body types or for clients that want to skip alterations altogether,” Nguyen says. Admitting that while it does take a while to find the perfect fit, Proper Cloth also offers free redos on items. “Once you’ve nailed your sizing with the help of the specialists, everything will fit you like a glove,” he adds.

Proper Cloth The Irish Linen Short-Sleeve Shirt

For those hot and sweaty summer days, a crisp linen shirt is just what you need to keep feeling cool. This one, made with Irish linen, comes in Black, Grey and Natural Beige.

$130

Proper Cloth The Wythe Bomber 2.0

A classic bomber jacket never goes out of style. You can shop this cotton-blend one in tall and regular lengths.

$395

Proper Cloth The Milano 5-Pocket Performance Golf Pants

Made for golf but sleek enough for everyday wear, these functional pants come in five different colors.

$178

Eileen Fisher

Eileen Fisher is a brand you may have heard of before; it’s been around for four decades, after all. But it was only in 2021 that the brand introduced more extended sizing into its lineup. Sethi says Eileen Fisher is a perfect brand for your summer wardrobe. “They design in a lot of natural fibers that will breathe to help keep you cool in the warmer months,” she says. The brand carries standard sizes, extended sizes 1XL to 3XL and petite sizes too. Sethi also likes Eileen Fisher’s focus on sustainability in fashion: committing to fair labor practices, responsibly sourcing materials and creating Eileen Fisher Renew, a resale site for gently used clothing items from the brand.