Plus Size Designer Fashions

Yes, plus size designer fashions do exist, which you'll be relieved to hear if you're a larger sized woman. No longer will you have to spend your days dressed in a tent dress because that's the only thing you can find in your size. Plus size designer fashions abound online and here are just a few that you can easily buy with a click of your mouse.

Bradley Bayou, award winning designer, has larger sizes in many of his creations. Jackets in patent snake print, lamb leather, suede or naked leather up to size 3X (26-28) in a variety of colours. Sexy blouses in chiffon and slinky polyester and spandex provide the perfect fit and are also available up to size 3X as are skirts in suede and denim as well as a selection of trendy jeans.

Lilly & Van offers shirts, tops, trousers, crop trousers, skirts and dresses up to size 3X in a variety of funky colours, both plain and patterned.

Dennis Basso, renowned for his use of gorgeous materials and trimmings offers a sophisticated ready to wear line of dresses and separates up to size 3X. Why not treat yourself to a faux fur leopard print walking coat or a bonded satin jacket with bead detail. Proof, if proof were needed that plus size designer fashions don't have to be boring or frumpy.

Former fashion reality show winner, Chloe Dao, uses pretty detailing and trim to enliven her contemporary collection of sweaters, cardigans, blouses and tops. Jeans, leggings, slim pants and skirts in dark colours for that slimming look, complete the ensemble, while dresses are simple and understated.

However, of the designers I looked at, it's Pamela Dennis who offers the largest collection of plus size designer fashions. This collection seems to be prettier and more feminine than some of the others and contains a large range of colours and fabrics including a smocked ruffle top in gorgeous carnation red or a silky-look top in fabulous blackberry with a smocked neckline and raw edge flower decoration. Sweaters and cardigans have decorative touches including beading and detail in ribbon and lace.

These are just a few of the many designers who obviously believe that size is no barrier to being fashionable and who include something for every woman in their collections. There are many more including Bob Mackie, Erica Davies, Janie Bryant, Lori Goldstein and Louis Dell'Olio to name but a few.