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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

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.

Uniqlo

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.

Proper Cloth

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.

Eileen Fisher

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.

Universal Standard

Universal Standard

Labeling itself as the “world’s most inclusive fashion brand,” Universal Standard promises that everyone will be able to find their fit with sizes 00 to 40 in every piece it carries. “I appreciate that they showcase different body shapes in their ad campaigns,” Sethi says. “They also have a great variety of sizing options, and our clients have liked the product[s].” In addition to this extensive sizing, Universal Standard also has a Fit Liberty collection where you can shop over 400 styles and swap items for free if your size changes within a year of your purchase.

Wray

Wray

NYC-based Wray aims to deliver sustainably made clothes that you’ll wear season after season. While this sustainable approach means a limited selection of items, every item Wray carries comes in sizes XXS to 6XL or 00 to 28 waist size for pants. Whether you’re searching for a head-turning statement piece or a basic top that still has some personality, there is something for every size and style at Wray.

Madewell

Madewell

Denim lovers know Madewell for its fan-favorite jeans, and if you’re on the hunt for a new pair, the online shop is an excellent starting point. Women’s jean styles are available in standard, petite, plus and tall sizes with additional lines designed to eliminate waist gapping for curvier bodies and maternity jeans for accommodating growing baby bellies. While Madewell offers a range of cuts for its denim, the sizing is a bit limited with their other products. Most standard women’s styles extend from XXS to XL, though there is an additional plus-sized women’s line as well. The men’s line is even smaller overall with pants and jeans up to a 40-inch waist and tops and jackets ranging from XS to 2XL.

Good American

Good American

Co-founded by Khloé Kardashian, Good American offers tops, dresses, swimwear and jeans in sizes XS to 5XL and up to a 32-plus waist size. And because finding the perfect-fitting pair of jeans is always a hard task, Good American is here to help with their Always Fits jeans. Made to adapt with your body as it changes, these jeans are made with four-way stretch and a one-size-fits-four approach, meaning, for example, that one pair of jeans can fit bodies with waist sizes 6 through 12. So if you need to go up a size or down a size seasonally or are between sizes, you won’t need to hunt for an additional pair of jeans once you’ve got these.

Savage X Fenty

Savage X Fenty

Already championing inclusivity with her industry-changing beauty line, Fenty Beauty, Rhianna brings the same approach to her clothing line, Savage X Fenty. With a mission to create confidence for everybody and every body type, Savage X Fenty has a range of women’s lingerie, undergarments, activewear and loungewear with sizes up to 4X and bras up to DDD and H cup sizes. The brand also has a men’s line featuring underwear, tops and shorts all up to 4X.

Skims

Skims

Another Kardashian brand, this time founded by Kim Kardashian, Skims is always on the forefront of body-hugging shapewear, underwear and daily-wear items. If you’re looking for flattering basics with subtly varied styles and lots of color options, Skims is the place to go. The brand carries women’s sizes XS through 4XL and bra sizes A through H, as well as a men’s line of tees, underwear and loungewear up to 5XL too.

Yitty

Yitty

A brand under the Fabletics umbrella, Yitty was launched in 2022 by singer Lizzo with a mission to help people of all body types feel good. Like other inclusive brands, Yitty offers underwear, shapewear, swimwear, activewear and loungewear options with sizes XS up to 6XL on select styles. You can also enroll in Yitty’s VIP Program and unlock reduced prices up to 50% off on all items at Yitty, plus special perks and deals when you shop with parent company Fabletics too.

Girlfriend Collective

Girlfriend Collective

For all things active and loungewear, Girlfriend Collective carries tops, sports bras, shorts, skirts, dresses and more in sizes XXS to 6XL. Plus, every item at Girlfriend Collective is made with recycled materials in facilities that guarantee fair wages and safe working conditions, making the brand both a win for inclusivity and sustainability.

Jack & Jones

Jack & Jones

Originally founded as a denim jeans brand, Jack & Jones sells pretty much any item a modern man might need for his wardrobe. From socks and underwear to tees, jeans and parkas, Jack & Jones has it all. And you know what else it’s got? An extended sizing line, featuring waist sizes up to 54 inches and shirt sizes up to 6XL.

Anthropologie

Anthropologie

Known for its collection of quirky yet stylish home decor and clothing, Anthropologie offers clothing in petite, standard and plus sizes up to 3XL. Select pieces also come with an adaptive fit option, noting that they were designed with features that work for both able-bodied people and disabled people. These features include magnetic snap-close buttons, side-seam zippers and elastic waistbands, with additional pant options to accommodate wheelchair users too.