The fashion world is a beautiful but fickle thing, with its seasonal pieces, imposed rules, and newly introduced trends at an alarmingly rapid rate. But its consistent and most unfortunate characteristic is that it caters to only a certain body type, which results in a disturbing lack of options for plus-size women.
While there may be fashion brands that have tried to remedy this problem and taken the plunge to fill the noticeable gap in the market, there is still a need for more fashion-forward styles for women of all shapes and sizes.
Now we have Universal Standard, a newly launched online shop that offers stylish options in sizes 10 to 28. Founders Alexandra Waldman and Polina Veksler have created a collection of pieces that fulfill the sartorial needs of plus-size women. From sleek coats to dresses that perfectly hug the figure, Universal Standard knows what women want and need to look good and feel good.
Scroll through the images below for a glimpse at some of the amazing selections from Universal Standard:
Avenir Tulip Dress
This flattering tulip dress features a round neck, three-quarter sleeves, and satin-back crepe with elastane. It comes in universal black and midnight navy.
Avenir Tulip Dress
Cambria V-Top
This is a comfortable and stylish top that features satin crepe, cap sleeves, invisible built-in stretch, curved bottom, and rounded slits on the sides. It comes in universal black matte, universal black shiny, and winter white matte.
Cambria V-Top
Corbelle Zip Sweater
This versatile and ultra stylish sweater features brushed nickel zippers, tailored arms, and French Terry with elastane.
Corbelle Zip Sweater
Didot UnZip Skirt
This sexy and comfortably stylish skirt features cotton sateen with elastane, an invisible zipper on the front side, rear zip, and a concealed elasticated back. It comes in universal black and winter white.
Didot UnZip Skirt
Garamond Vested Blazer
This vest is hinged to the blazer with breathable stretch mesh. It comes in universal black.
Garamond Vested Blazer
Geneva Dress
This cotton-spandex dress features a crew neckline, cap sleeves, and a curved side design. It comes in universal black, anchor grey, patriot blue, and French burgundy.
Geneva Dress
Genevette Gathered Crew
This flattering top features a high neck, three-quarter sleeves, a structured drape, added stretch, and Peruvian cotton. It comes in universal black, anchor grey, patriot blue, French burgundy, and winter white.
Genevette Gathered Crew
Marlett Oversized Coat
This ultra stylish oversized coat features a color accented under-collar, gold zippers on flat side pockets, and Peruvian alpaca wool. It comes in universal black with red accent.
Marlett Oversized Coat
What do you think of Universal Standard’s pieces? Which one is your favorite?
