While the average size for a woman in the UK and Europe is a UK 14 to UK 16, there is often little representation when it comes to size-inclusive fashion. This is Citizen Femme’s guide on the brands to turn to.
The Vogue Business spring/summer 2025 size inclusivity report marked a dramatic decline in mid- to plus-sized models on the runway throughout fashion months this year, with plus-size runway models making up as little as 0.8 per cent of total models, and mid-size models measuring slightly higher at 3.7 per cent. Fashion week representation is trailing behind, but there are lots of brands leading the way when it comes to size range.
RIXO
Slowly but surely, fashion brands – from high street to designer – are expanding their collections; encompassing a wider range of sizing, allowing stylish women to enhance their curves, looking and feeling good while doing so.
Finding clothing items to suit your body’s proportions and shape is the ultimate way to make your outfit look pulled together and expensive, no matter what size you wear. Here, we speak to the eternally-chic style influencer, Karina of The Style Idealist, about her favourite brands and style tips when dressing. We’re also sharing the CF team’s go-to, size-inclusive fashion brands that ensure comfortable and flattering shapes for all types of bodies.
RIXO
Size range: UK 6 to UK 26
Looking to brighten up your winter wardrobe? Colourful clothing comes in plenty at RIXO. Print, pattern, and vintage-like pieces find their way into every one of RIXO’s collections, and the latest autumn/winter drops are no exception. This London-based brand certainly knows a thing or two about staying stylish in the colder weather with trending suede and animal print coats and jackets. Plus RIXO’s winter wedding guest edit has a beautiful range of slip dresses, velvet moments, and hints of sparkle to see you through the upcoming party season.
PAIGE Denim
Size range: Up to UK 26
PAIGE is the go-to brand for stylish urban wear fusing street style with wardrobe staples, and above all, foregrounding comfort. Founded in 2004 in California by creative director Paige Adams-Geller, PAIGE now has stores in California, New York, Texas, Nashville, Charleston and London. You’ll find all the denim staples a transatlantic woman needs in their wardrobe this season, from an everyday wide-leg jean to a fun flare.
GANNI Size-Inclusive Collaboration with Paloma Elsesser
Ganni
Size range: UK 4 to UK 24
Ganni is the Scandinavian label that has made a name for itself internationally for laid-back clothing that hits (and often sets) the trends of the season. From elegant wool-blend overcoats to biker boots and denim sets, this Danish label captures the very best of the daring yet timeless essence of Danish dressing.
Cou Cou Intimates
Cou Cou Intimates
Size range: XXS to XXL
While shopping, don’t skip out on good quality underwear. Cou Cou Intimates fuse the sensuality of French boudoir lingerie with the comfort of cotton, to ensure your everyday underwear looks and feels as good as possible. From sexy cotton slips to cute two piece sets, there is an item here to suit all kinds of occasions. Plus, Cou Cou Intimates are made with organic cotton that is sourced sustainably but is also 100 per cent compostable, reducing the amount of time discarded underwear stays in landfill.
KLAYD
Size range: UK 4 to UK 22
Flaunt a figure hugging style this autumn with KLAYD’s elevated basics, from square-neck tank tops in neutral colours to bodysuits, newly launched sleepwear items, and seductive dresses. Designed by founder Paula Anselmi to empower women of all shapes and sizes, KLAYD offers wardrobe staples to suit everyone’s styles and tastes. Made from stretchy fabrics these are garments that fit you, rather than you having to worry about it being the other way around.
KLAYD featuring Abisola Omole
Luxury label to know:
Erdem
Size range: UK 4 to UK 22
An unfortunately rare occurrence for many high-fashion labels, ERDEM’s ready-to-wear range extends past a size UK 12-14, up to a size UK 22. For the autumn/winter 2024 collection, Erdem’s muse was acclaimed opera singer Maria Callas, meaning the garments bore a symphonic drama to them too, from feathered outerwear to caped dresses. As a result, these are the silhouettes set to make a statement this season, from the sculpted opera coat to this beautifully draped evening gown.
Karina of The Style Idealist’s Shopping Edit
Here, we speak to one of our favourite fashionistas, Karina of The Style Idealist, about her go-to brands, styling tips and tricks, and her ultimate autumn/winter 2024 edit.
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An award-winning fashion influencer and writer, Karina knows a thing or two about the hottest brands of the season that are set to turn heads on the street. Plus, Karina has mastered the art of building a diverse and interchangeable wardrobe when shopping mid-size, by finding chic but wearable pieces to swap in and out of her daily uniform. Here’s how she does it.
How would you describe your personal style?
Feminine, effortless, oversized and fun. My journey to finding my personal style started with reassessing what I thought I could and couldn’t wear. Finding your own personal style after years of dressing ‘how you think you should’ is liberating. I would often shy away from colour or certain styles, but learning to experiment has really helped my confidence grow. It’s all about how clothes make you feel.
Which brands do you buy from and why?
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Being curvier, the fabric quality and fit is so important, which is why I like to mix curated high-street pieces and well-considered investment pieces. I love Anine Bing, COS, and Arket for their casual basics, Agolde and Everlane are great for their curve denim, and Dissh and Reformation for their classic but elevated pieces.
What styles and silhouettes do you find suit you best?
I always like to make a note of the pieces, patterns, proportions, silhouettes and colours that I love – it makes getting dressed so much easier! I love the juxtaposition of an oversized mens blazer with a more fitted skirt silhouette.
Favourite styling tips and tricks?
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When I’m not feeling particularly creative, I keep my outfit very simple but then add something unexpected to complete the look. I love adding friction to a simple outfit. For example, bright accessories, a textured bag, print shoes, feather trim jacket – why not? It’s something fun to add a bit of interest.
What would your ultimate shopping edit include?
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