In November, Katie Holmes joined the ranks of Bella Hadid, Kaia Gerber, and Zendaya when she stepped out in New York City wearing one of this season’s most sought-after outerwear styles: a leather trench coat.
Courtesy of Polish designer Magda Butrym, the coat is belted and Bordeaux-colored. With it, the Dawson’s Creek star wore a white, ruffled blouse, black jeans, black ankle boots, and her signature Strathberry two-tone tote bag (which is currently for sale at Nordstrom and Shopbop). Like those who wore the outerwear style before her, Holmes made her trench coat the star of the show, wearing it untied and casually open.
As with most trends, the leather alternative to trench coats — which allow the silhouette to be worn throughout winter, when traditional cotton styles are no longer weather-appropriate — first debuted on the runway. During the fall ‘19 season, Stella McCartney introduced a menswear-esque vegan leather style with broad shoulders and a tapered waist at her London Fashion Week show. Later that season, Fendi included a patent leather trench coat in its collection during Milan Fashion Week, as did Balenciaga in Paris. Six months later, Louis Vuitton debuted a purple, knee-length leather trench coat on the catwalk at its spring ‘20 show. It wasn’t long before celebrities followed suit.
Though other A-listers, including Lily Rose-Depp, Gigi Hadid, and Lady Gaga, have all re-embraced the ‘90s outerwear trend since its return to the fashion month circuit, given how popular Holmes’ street style has been in 2020, we’re betting her stamp of approval will be the one that really counts. (The actress has already made a case for cut-out sweaters, blazers paired with sweatpants, and Canadian tuxedos this year.) Without further ado, shop our favorite leather trenches for the season ahead.
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Violeta By Mango Combined Leather-Effect Trench Coat, $, available at Mango
ASOS DESIGN Collared Faux Leather Trench Coat, $, available at ASOS
The Drop Faux Leather Long Trench Coat, $, available at Amazon
Topshop Marina Crocodile Embossed Trench Coat, $, available at Nordstrom Rack
For its fall ‘21 collection, presented on the first day of Paris Fashion Week, fashion brand Marine Serre didn’t debut its usual selection of end-of-the-world armor. For a brand that predicted our need for sartorial protection in collections presented even before the pandemic, that would be too on the nose. Instead, it did just the opposite, showcasing cheerful outfits for everyday tasks like grocery shopping, walking the dog, and jogging.
Models of all ages — including toddlers — appeared in the brand’s signature crescent moon prints, suede and denim sets, patchwork leather, and silk and tartan wool separates. In addition to running errands, the models were photographed shopping for clothes, making out, and sightseeing.
While the brand’s fall ‘19 collection saw accessories like face masks, balaclavas, gloves, and utility fanny packs — all things we strap on to protect ourselves today — the new collection has its sights set on what comes after vaccines are rolled out and the world begins to rebuild itself. And in turn, what people will be wearing. Hint: It involves band T-shirts from all the concerts we’ll be going to, stylish work attire for our eventual return to physical offices, and utility, well, everything, with big pockets and storage compartments on a variety of garments, from textured mini skirts to terry cloth vests.
Keeping with the forward-thinking theme of the collection, Marine Serre created a website for the collection, titled “Core,” that includes footage of the models performing those aforementioned normcore activities. “Cooking, spending time with your mother, in the garden, playing with your dog,” Serre listed off to Vogue, calling the scenes “pleasures which are simple.”
As we continue to find joy in the small things and look ahead to the future, this optimistic collection is exactly what we want to be wearing.
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Hi, I'm Chichi — the newest associate writer on Refinery29's Shopping team. As a big gal, I have a keen interest in inclusive fashion and fat access to popular trends. Full disclosure: my relationship with fashion wasn't always a positive one; it's resembled a roller coaster full of high highs and low lows. Back when I was a kid, I reveled in the pages of teen magazines while happily experimenting with my personal style. In college, I passionately entrenched myself in a fashion minor. But, as I grew older, it became harder and harder to find trendy pieces that fit my larger body and feet.
During this time, Forever 21 Plus was one of the few retailers with inclusively-sized styles that I could rely on — everything else was just out of reach. I started to feel apathy for the labels whose limited-size collections I once found aspirational; why should I care about them when they don't care about people like me? A couple of years ago I decided to unfollow brands that don't offer inclusive-size options and seek out those that actually cater to my body. And, in doing so, I discovered a vibrant community of plus retailers and brands that make me feel seen and supported in the fashion space — and I've lined up each of those right here. From retro-inspired garb to sustainable fabrics and small local business excellence, I've got something for every fat person out there! So keep on scrolling to enter plus-fashion heaven.
I'll continue to update this list, so be sure to check back as often as you'd like — or, better yet, share your favorite plus places to shop in the comments below.
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ModCloth
Best For: Retro-Inspired Pieces Size Range: 00-28, XXS-4X
If you are like me and love the drama that is ~existence~ then you revel in your various phases. ModCloth is all about making your day-to-day the period piece of your dreams. Whether you want to take it all the way back to the big skirts of the 50s or throw up a cute peace sign with the feels of the 70s — ModCloth's got you covered.
In particular, I really appreciate the authentic sensibilities it keeps in mind when bringing to life a vibe from the past. From cool plaids to flare overalls to slick green faux-leather pants this retailer offers a range. ModCloth is the garb adorned love shack where we can get our fashion life together.
Esther Williams The Babette Swim Dress, $, available at ModCloth
Warp + Weft
Best For: Sustainable Denim & Pants Size Range: 00-24, XS-3XL
When I discovered Warp + Weft, I might have shed a few tears. It's a cool sustainable denim start-up that offered plus sizes at the start of their brand. For fat folk that loves the look of Everlane denim, but can't fit into their incredibly limited sizes – Warp + Weft is for you.
Each garment created has a sustainability report break down which further explains what resources and thoughtfulness went into creating each piece. I own a different jumpsuit than the one linked here, but I can personally attest to the quality and comfiness that WW offers!
Warp + Weft DTW PLUS - STRAIGHT LEG JUMPSUIT, $, available at Warp + Weft
ASOS
Best For: Discounted Trendy Styles Size Range: 00-30
ASOS is the ultimate aggregator of all things fashionable and trendy. It keeps you at the forefront and allows plus people the range and space to experiment at a similar level to our straight-sized counterparts.
If there is some cool fashion movement or trendy silhouette that you can't find anywhere else, then I'd check here.
Native Youth Plus Very wide leg pants in zebra print, $, available at ASOS
Wray
Best For: High-Quality Artsy Pieces Size Range: XS-5XL
If there was one designer that you should know about, it's Wray. I hate to pick favorites, but Wray makes it hard not to fangirl every piece in their catalog. Bonus: Just about every garment is made in every size offered. What a novel concept! This brand focuses on the artistic and structural integrity of a garment. Each of Wray's lovely hand-painted prints come to life in every release without fail. It's truly like donning wearable art.
Plus-size people want to wear the exact same things as their Straight Sized counterparts and Wray does just that. I'm not crying you are! If you want the latest styles, then check out their website — but I'd also recommend checking out Cara Cara's discounted pieces from past seasons.
Wray Long Lounge Set - Aqua Check, $, available at Wray
Rebdolls
Best For: Body-Con Pieces & Swimsuits Size Range: S-5XL
This black-owned retailer focuses on killer sets and swimsuits that are to die for. It's kind of like Fashionova and Pretty Little Thing if they had a more inclusive-sized baby. If you are all about the super femme, sexy looks, this is the place for you.
Rebdolls Rebdolls "Flirt" Ruched V-Neck Crop Top & Mini Skirt Set, $, available at Rebdolls
Rebdolls Rebdolls "A Little Different" High Waist Swim Bottoms, $, available at Rebdolls
K.S. Garner
Best For: Made-To-Order Gems Size Range: XXS-4XX (Other Sizes By Request)
K.S. Garner was my entrance into the made-to-order retail space. From following Kelsey Garner's brand on Instagram, I quickly fell in love with her simple yet whimsical designs and the one-of-a-kind fabrics that she builds her creations with.
Although K.S. Garner has a set size chart that goes up to a 4XX, the brand will willingly cater to everyone doing custom size orders as well. It does take five weeks to get your goods because each one is cut specially for you. The Luna Set is the most popular item and comes in over ten different colorways –– I own the Luna set in teal!
K.S. Garner Lavender Luna Bottoms, $, available at K.S. Garner
K.S. Garner Lavender Luna Top, $, available at K.S. Garner
Universal Standard
Best For: Elevated Basics Size Range: 4-40
Although it's amazing when a brand has plus sizes, more often than not they only go up to 24/26. US is different and has the widest size range I've seen from any retailer. Its elevated basics are unique in construction and meant to be worn into the ground. You must try their Fit Liberty collection. Anything you buy from this line that you grow out of, the brand will replace for free.
Customer Take: "I found these pants at Universal Standard. I ordered via the Try Now option. The quality is far better than I expected. The customer support was terrific. I highly recommend the company."
Universal Standard Stephanie Wide Leg Stripe Pants, $, available at Universal Standard
Tanya Taylor
Best For: Eclectic Prints Size Range: XS-3X
If we are talking about the exclusion of fat folks in fashion, high-end designers are the number one culprits. However, Tanya Taylor is on the right side of the industry –– offering up plus goods to a 3X. The designer's love of vibrant patterns and eclectic prints is definitely the main selling point.
Tanya Taylor Emma Top, $, available at Tanya Taylor
Berriez
Best For: Vintage Size Range: M-4X
Although plus-size fashion options are on the rise, larger vintage clothing that doesn't look lifeless is difficult to come by – until now. Emma Zack of Berriez has revolutionized the second-hand marketplace by primarily catering to larger-sized bodies. I've bought more than a couple of pieces from Berriez, and I plan to for as long as it'll have me.
Zack releases new collections of unique curated goods regularly. Follow Berriez on Instagram for random story drops, but check out the website full of vintage goodies.
Berriez Mock Neck Leopard Tee, $, available at Berriez
Mate The Label
Best For: Loungewear Pieces Size Range: XS-3X
Mate is the go-to destination for thoughtfully designed loungewear. The brand uses organic cotton to create all its comfy pieces –– while focusing on simple yet stylish design.
Customer Take: "I’ve been working towards upgrading my loungewear since I spend so much time at home in sweat pants these days! These are a dream. The fit is a bit bigger than anticipated, but they are so soft and so well made. I can’t wait to get the matching sweatshirt."
Mate The Label Organic Terry Raglan Sweatshirt, $, available at Mate the Label
Eloquii
Best For: Sophisticated Trendy Fashion Size Range: 14-28
Eloquii is a trend-forward fast-fashion retailer with clothing that's actually good quality. They're regularly having sales on all product categories and really are a good place for fashion lovers of all ages to take part in the fun of getting dressed. This piece reminds me of the popular housedress trend from this past summer!
Customer Take: "This dress is Beautiful! The quality is very high, the style is unique and the color is gorgeous. It fits very well. I’m eager to have an occasion to wear it out."
Eloquii Smocked Bodice Ruffle Day Dress, $, available at Eloquii
Anthropologie
Best For: Cottage Core Meets Boho Chic Size Range: 00-26
Anthropologie is good for embracing your inner hippie and prairie dweller alike. It's great for fun patterned dresses and unique jumpsuits. Jump to here if you have a wedding to attend when the Panny-D calms down!
Anthropologie Ophelia Eyelet Mini Dress, $, available at Anthropologie
Madewell
Best For: Wardrobe Staples Size Range: XXS-3X, 00-24W
Madewell is a tried and true staple for many of us in the plus community. Although we were let down by the recent change in their size chart, it's hard to beat all American denim retailers. I have many simple pieces like tees and sweaters from them that get lots of wear. I own too many Madewell pieces to count. There's a reason I can't resist coming back to them over and over again.
Customer Take: "I am now a loyal buyer of this jean style. The other styles just don't seem to live up--this particular pair has less stretch but doesn't sacrifice comfort. The pair I bought doesn't have the fading in the legs and around the butt as these photos do, it's more of a consistent color of light denim, which I prefer. So cute and comfortable! Madewell, why did I have to get hooked to your jeans?!"
Madewell The Plus Perfect Vintage Jean in Fiore Wash, $, available at Madewell
Big Bud Press
Best For: Statement Colors & Prints Size Range: XXS-7XL
Big Bud Press is what you'd get if a rainbow threw up on a beautifully structured, simple range of goods. The fun, bright, and over-the-top prints and designs make its clothes instantly identifiable no matter where you are. Their sizing is unisex in order for all genders to be represented which sometimes can cause a little bit of sizing confusion–especially if you have curvy hips. I find that the Trouser is the number one garment in their offerings that caters to the curviness that usually comes with a plus body. It's a little roomier in the hips than the other styles.
Big Bud Press Trousers - Mustard Yellow, $, available at Big Bud Press
Athleta
Best For: Giving Back Size Range: 00-26, XXS-3X
Athleta has recently expanded their size range, but on top of that, they are a certified B-corp. A B-corp is a business designation that means the business prioritizes community and the environment just as it does profit. In particular, their P.A.C.E initiative strives to provide each woman in their factories with advanced educational opportunities and life skills classes.
Although their products aren't made from completely recyclable materials, about 40% are which is still pretty solid if you ask me.
Athleta Elation Space Dye 7/8 Tight, $, available at Athleta
Girlfriend Collective
Best For: Sustainable Activewear Size Range: XXS-6XL
Girlfriend is dominating the plus activewear space. Its cool colors and simple product line-up are strong suits for the brand. They also used recycled materials to make their products and make it possible for you to recycle the garments as well. This brand has been inclusive since the beginning and is definitely very popular in the inclusive fashion space. I'm particularly obsessed with their unitards in their most recent colorways. Girlfriend tends to sell out quickly so you have to be ready to jump on a piece that catches your eye.
Customer Take: "Like everyone else, I was skeptical that I would like this unitard. However, it truly is so flattering and so comfortable! It's the perfect layering piece and seems to go with everything. I'm so glad I took the leap!"
Girlfriend Collective Pond Scoop Unitard, $, available at Girlfriend
Zellie For She
Best For: Romantic Nomad Vibes Size Range: 1X-3X
I discovered Zellie for She on Plus Instagram where I find most of my style inspiration. It's great for unique, high-quality pieces you won't find anywhere else. It's a small biz with everything made in Los Angeles. It's also black-owned and has killer representation in its product photography. I definitely feel reflected in this brand.
Customer Take: "Zelieforshe is the best! Such an amazing designer and I was elated when I heard about this collection coming to Nordstrom."
Imagine adding a pinch of brown sugar to your favorite milky kicks. If you're a fan of the classic-white sneaker, then we've got a new neutral for you to dip your toes into. Whether you call the color beige, taupe, tan, or off-white, this dreamy nude hue is trending — and, we're not surprised. The soothing color is incredibly versatile and evokes a level of comfiness that makes it an easy-to-wear wardrobe staple; especially when it's featured in sneaker form.
For the days when you aren't lounging in slippers, throwing on a pair of beige sneakers is a subtle way to switch up your wardrobe without needing a complete outfit overhaul. Just consider the styling potential: full latte-inspired monochromatic moments or the creamy hue paired with gentle baby blues. This go-with-the-flow shade was made to complement everything from the prettiest pastels to the most verdant earth tones. We went ahead and dug through a multitude of sneakers to find the best beige styles that will make fresh additions to your spring-shoe rotation.
Click on into the dreamy collection of funky platforms, cool-knitted sock boots, and beyond.
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Kickoff Trainer Sneakers in Neutral Colorblock Leather
Madewell does a great job of bringing you the perfect piece. This pair of sneaks is crafted and has the prettiest neutral color blocking I ever did see.
Madewell Kickoff Trainer Sneakers in Neutral Colorblock Leather, $, available at Madewell
Vans Classic Slip-On
Vans brings you the classic checkerboard vans, but make it beige. These comfortable slip-ons are good for the laziest of days when you really don't want to deal with laces.
"I think that this is the best shoe ever!!! It is sooo comfortable and it feels as if you are walking on air!!! It is extremely durable for those of you who are." – Zappos Reviewer
Vans Vans Classic Slip-On™, $, available at Zappos
Everlane Women's Tread Runner
Sustainably crafted with a 100%-recycled-polyester lining, leather paneling, and a cushioned insole, these beige sneaks are part of Everlane's newest throwback launch inspired by classic ’80s track shoes.
Everlane The Tread Runner, $, available at Everlane
Vieja Rio Branco
You can feel good about your purchase of these shoes because Veja is a certified B-Corp, so caring about the environment is an integral part of the brand. Pair that with the simplistic yet impactful design, and you can’t really go wrong with these.
A sandier variation of the creamy beige shades we're used to seeing, these bestselling Cariuma kicks are crafted from all-vegan materials — including bamboo knit, sugarcane outsoles, cork insoles, and recycled plastic laces.
Boohoo Knitted Chunky Sock Trainers, $, available at Boohoo
Vans SK8-Hi
Who doesn't love a good high top – especially in this classic style. Trade-in your black or white SK*-Hi for the cooler more calm "incense" hue.
"I wore the canvas version of these when I was in high school, and I loved them. I got this pair with the intention to pair them with casual black layers, leggings, and maybe even a dress. They can translate between styles like a pair of Doc Martens and are perfect for the grown-up goth look. As with all Vans shoes, expect insoles with no arch support. I have flat feet but love the thin sole. I tend to wear women's 10½-11 and ordered men's 10/women's 11½ and the fit is just right." – Zappos Reviewer
Reebok Reebok Classic Leather Women's Shoes, $, available at Walmart
Dolce Vita Neo Plush Sneaker
This neutral snake print moment is def needed if you are all about the subtle glam. Bonus for an extra durable rubber gum sole. A reviewer described it as, “These are precious-goes with a lot more than I expected!”
Platforms have been having a moment, so this is the perfect pair to jump on that attention-grabbing trend. The jagged sole adds a rugged element that exudes fun coolness and a little extra height makes everything better.
The following is an excerpt fromJUSTINE: A Novelby Forsyth Harmon.
The Walt Whitman Mall’s exterior walls were engraved with poetry. It looked like a huge tomb. I followed Justine through heavy glass doors, out of the wet heat. The concourse was dark and depressing and smelled like pretzels. In the Victoria’s Secret display, a girl in a floral-embroidered peach silk bra and panties stood at a window, fingers resting on the sill, looking out intently. The room glowed warm and blurry behind her, pink satin sheets shimmering. In the Ralph Lauren display, a girl carried a soccer ball across a deep-green sports field in orange heels, long blonde ponytail flagging after her. Two bare-chested boys flanked the Abercrombie entrance. They sprayed cologne at us.
The Bloomingdale’s beauty department was cool, bright, and gleaming, with shiny black-and-white-checkered floors and gorgeous grids of every color eye shadow: metallic blacks, oranges, and greens like butterfly wings; silvers and opals like something from outer space; flat chemical pastels like conversation hearts: call me, kiss me, love me. A woman worried over a small, round, lit-up mirror, blending a different shade of olive concealer into either cheek, checking one side of her face, then turning her head to compare it with the other.
Justine picked up a bottle of Polo Sport. “Did you know,” she asked, nodding at the model’s face on the perfume display, “Bridget Hall only has an eighth-grade education and a weakness for red meat?”
Bridget looked as though she’d just reached the mountaintop after a long hike, almost perspiring, shrugging off a sweatshirt to reveal a tight tank top underneath, the letters “USA” stretched across her chest. Justine dropped a set of keys to the floor, then bent down to pick them up and slipped a bottle of Clinique Happy into her bag. My chest got tight. I hadn’t expected that. I looked around at saleswomen behind the counters, cameras affixed to the ceiling. Justine shook her head and linked her arm with mine. I watched our feet cross the black-and-white-checkered tile, matching my step to hers. It made me feel like I was with her—like I almost was her—like I was free to enjoy the thrills of her exploits while being exempt from their consequences. We rode the escalator up arm in arm. I tried to slow my breath, my heart.
Justine browsed swimsuit racks with brisk efficiency, occasionally pausing to look at something more closely. When she found something she liked, she handed me the hanger. Soon I had a whole armful.
“Ten items,” she told the fitting room attendant, waving me into the little room after her. I sat on the stool in the corner and counted eleven hangers. She pulled her dress over her head and dropped it to the floor, naked except for underwear. She didn’t need a bra; that’s how flat her chest was. I sort of hunched a little, hiding my own. I held my breath as she sorted through the hangers on my lap, settling on a Calvin Klein string bikini. I watched her slip it on in the three-way mirror. I think she liked me watching her like that, maybe even needed me to do it. I stared at the gap between her thighs, my body buzzing. I crossed my legs, popped two pieces of Trident. She peeled a security tag from the bikini bottom and stuck it under my stool, her chest in my face. She held the bikini strings at the nape of her neck.
“Knot them?” she asked, turning toward the mirror again.
I stood, nose even with a trail of fine ashy hairs at her nape, and tied a bow, then patted it lightly, touching her neck. We smiled at each other in the mirror. She put her dress back on over the bikini and we walked out of the fitting room like nothing, giving friendly nods to the attendant, but everything was loud, bright, and weird, like some kind of incandescent version of the mall.
Patent leather shoes shone on a multitiered display like sweets on a tray. Justine grabbed a black Mary Jane and shook it in the salesgirl’s face.
“Nine,” she demanded.
Our feet were the same size. We sat and waited on a mauve velvet bench. I tucked the bikini strings into her dress. She took her shoes off. So did I. We put our feet side by side. Mine were wider, toenail polish still chipped pink from junior prom. Her toenails were painted black.
The salesgirl brought out a pebbled navy-blue box with “Prada” gold-embossed on the top. Just the box itself was beautiful. Justine removed a shiny black shoe from its white felt bag and slipped her foot inside, buckling the thin strap at her ankle. She raised her leg. We admired it.
Once the salesgirl had disappeared in back, Justine put my sneakers into the empty Prada box and pushed her old lug sole Mary Janes toward me. Her breath was hot in my ear as she whispered: “You wear my shoes.”
It felt intimate, sliding my feet inside. We leapt up, me in her shoes and her in the new ones, and left the department store arms linked. Passing back out those heavy glass doors into the humidity, I felt lit up and invincible, like when you catch that bouncing star in Super Mario. I felt nothing but my heartbeat.
We drove along Jericho Turnpike, past Jiffy Lube, Petland, Tattoo Lou’s. Some Hondas and pickup trucks pulled out of the Saint Francis parking lot, others into the Taco Bell drive-through, arms hanging from windows, cigarettes dangling from fingers.
I drove Justine home. Her street was lined with shabby split-levels, the shingle stain, shutter color, and lawn maintenance level varying but the layouts all the same. As we pulled up to her house, it started to rain. The potted plant on the stoop was dead. The metal number 7 on the front door was missing a nail and hung askew in a way that made me sad. Inside, the house was quiet and underlit. There was a woman sitting in the kitchen. I assumed she was Justine’s mother, but she didn’t look up from her newspaper as we came in.
Justine curled her fingers around the iron banister and started up the stairs. What beautiful calves she had, long and narrow. Her new black patent leather shoes clacked against each uncarpeted step. I felt like I was following her into a dark trap.
Justine’s walls, comforter, and furniture, the phone sitting on the hardwood floor by her bed: everything in her room was white. None of her personal belongings in sight, the room looked medical, sterile—I even smelled rubbing alcohol—with the exception of maybe a hundred magazine pages taped to the wall above the bed. There was a girl sitting in a shopping cart full of bowling balls for Guess, her long, dark, messy curls hanging to her waist. A hunched, eerie little blonde with heavy-lidded eyes posed in a shiny white trench for Jil Sander. Another one with a high forehead did a high kick in heels for Versace. In a Calvin Klein ad, Christy Turlington wriggled into a pair of jeans, a few strands of hair falling across her face.
“Christy Turlington weighs fifteen pounds less now than she did in high school,” Justine said.
And then there was that image of Kate Moss in the same string bikini Justine was wearing under her dress.
A notebook sat open on Justine’s nightstand. The handwriting was all caps, tiny and neat. It read: “Tuesday: 3 containers Dannon Light fat-free strawberry yogurt: 300; 8 oz. low-fat ground turkey: 300; 4 oz. Häagen-Dazs raspberry sorbet: 150.” And that was it: 750 calories. On the opposite page: a line chart, tracking her weight over several days. I didn’t want to look too long. I felt a little sick. I sat down on the bed and the sickness mutated into a kind of nervous arousal. Justine straddled the only other seat in the bare room, a small stationary bicycle in the corner. She tucked her long feet into the stirrups and rested her skinny forearms against the handlebars like a praying mantis.
