I’m a Plus-Size Fashion Editor—Here Are 18 Items I’m Buying This Spring

New season, new wardrobe

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Published Mar 1, 2025

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As Marie Kondo famously said, “Discard anything that doesn't spark joy.” And folks, at the moment, my current winter wardrobe isn’t sparking any amount of joy—at all. Whether it’s that it serves as a constant reminder I’m still dressing for chillier temps or my eagerness for a fresh start, my closet requires a deep seasonal refresh STAT. Now stuck in a frenzy of early spring cleaning (more like purging) in preparation for the list of new items I have in mind, like this preppy pink poplin shirt dress and this moody navy raincoat, I'm on a mission to start anew with my wardrobe with warmer weather on the horizon. Of course, Fashion Month also spiked inspiration from all the fun trends we're seeing lately, such as spunky prints going toe-to-toe with seasonal color trends to frame-worthy handbags that are oh-so versatile. So, if you’re curious about what this plus-size fashion gal is eyeing for spring, read on for a thorough list of 18 items I’m buying for the new chapter ahead.

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plus-size-editor-spring-shopping-list: a butter yellow crew neck cardigan

ASOS

1. ASOS Design Curve Crew Neck Cardigan

Butter yellow is making a big comeback in 2025, and I have my sights set on this casual crew neck cardigan available in the sunny hue. I think relaxed cardigans are the perfect spring staple. While they’re thin enough to pair with any jacket you’re wearing, they’re also sturdy enough to keep you cozy as the seasons change from frigid temps begging you to stay inside to inviting weather urging you to get off your couch.

Fast Facts

Size Range: L to 3XL (roughly a US 12/14 to 24/26)
Materials: 75 percent acrylic, 25 percent polyester.

$38 at ASos

plus-size-editor-spring-shopping-list: medium wash denim jeans

Abercrombie & Fitch

2. Abercrombie & Fitch Curve Love High Rise Loose Jean

Thanks to Y2K’s unstoppable influence, loose bottoms are flooding current fashion trends, with no signs of letting up. This pair is a new style in Abercrombie’s denim repertoire but has already been labeled a win by many curvy customers. I’m always searching for jeans with a looser fit (especially around the thigh area), so it’s no surprise to me how they ended up in my shopping cart.

Fast Facts

Size Range: 23 to 38 (US 000 to 26)
Materials: 78 percent cotton, 22 percent lyocell

$90 at Abercrombie & Fitch

plus-size-editor-spring-shopping-list: a navy raincoat

J.Crew

3. J.Crew Perfect Raincoat

April showers bring May flowers, and I intend to take on those showers in this stylish raincoat from J.Crew. Boasting a modern silhouette and ideal length to help keep you dry, this topper is water-resistant, lined and complete with a polished hood. It’s so chic that I can even see myself wearing it when it’s not one of those rainy spring days.

Fast Facts

Size Range: XXXS to 3X
Materials: 100 percent recycled polyamide

$148 at j.crew

plus-size-editor-spring-shopping-list: a pale pink shirt dress

Nordstrom

4. ELOQUII Tie Waist Sleeveless Stretch Poplin Maxi Shirtdress

Not to get ahead of myself, but I’m already gearing up for those post-work happy hours at busy New York restaurants with overcrowded outdoor patios. I can picture it now: myself in this dapper shirt dress (and statement waist tie), coupled with a light cardigan and posh ballet flats, while dutifully sitting at a creaking—and somehow already sticky—resto table. Throw in some light appetizers, half-price espresso martinis and juicy gossip, and it’s suddenly the perfect spring evening.

Fast Facts

Size Range: 14W to 32W
Materials: 98 percent cotton, 2 percent spandex

~~$120~~ $72 at Eloquii

~~$120~~ $96 at Nordstrom

Strathberry

5. Strathberry Mosaic Trifold Wallet

Another thing that needs a spring cleanout? My overstuffed wallet. In search of a more organized approach, I found this sleek, 100 percent calf leather trifold wallet from Strathberry, a brand everyone can’t stop talking about thanks to royal fashionistas, Kate Middleton and Meghan Markle. While I adore its distinctive gold bar clasp at the center and this luscious emerald hue, I also find it very practical due to the six card slots, subtle slip compartments for cash *and* a zipped pouch for coins. It’s perfectly sized to hold all of my essentials and to toss in my everyday tote bag before heading out the door, which is another mess I’m avoiding entirely.

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Colors: 8
Materials: 100 percent calf leather

$275 at Strathberry

plus-size-editor-spring-shopping-list: a black a-line maxi skirt

Anthropologie

6. Maeve Drop-Waist A-Line Maxi Skirt

Flowy maxi skirts and spring breezes go together like bread and butter. This A-line iteration is positively yummy, with its structured waist and playfully polished fabric. The styling above is *chef’s kiss* but I think this crisp piece would look just as good with a Parisian-style vest and flats.

Fast Facts

Size Range: 16W to 26W (also available in standard and petite)
Materials: cotton, elastane

$158 at Anthropologie

plus-size-editor-spring-shopping-list: a black penny loafer

Dolce Vita

7. Dolce Vita Hilly Wide Loafers

As much as I love a comfortable tennis sneaker for everyday wear, I’m looking to up my shoe game this spring with something a bit more elevated, but just as sensible. Enter this wide-fit loafer from Dolce Vita, with an utterly timeless look but a modern cushy feel. Reviewers praise its comfortability, and I’m still stuck on the glossy coating of the shoe’s material. Did I forget to mention the sizing goes up to a 13W?

Fast Facts

Size Range: 6W to 13W (also available in standard)
Materials: leather upper, recycled synthetic outsole, recycled textile lining

$100 at Dolce Vita

plus-size-editor-spring-shopping-list: a denim jacket

H&M

8. H&M Denim Jacket

I may be late to the game, but I can’t seem to get the idea of a Canadian tuxedo being the ultimate spring ensemble out of my mind. Partly, it’s due to how PureWow’s Fashion Editor Abby Hepworth pulls off this jacket-and-skirt combo in her weekly outfit roundup, giving me a newfound love for denim-on-denim. And now, I wholeheartedly contend it as a top style choice for the season, as I continue to see more and more fashionistas sport double denim as the weather breaks. This jacket has a slight utilitarian vibe, which isn’t too far off from the outerwear trends we’ve spotted in recent months. Plus, I’m obsessed with the zipper closure and the patch pockets along the front. Purchasing this jacket feels like a no-brainer.

Fast Facts

Size Range: XXS to 4XL (roughly a US 0 to 28/30)
Materials: 100 percent cotton

$50 at H&M

plus-size-editor-spring-shopping-list: a cherry red twist tie tank

Universal Standard

9. Universal Standard Estella Liquid Jersey Knot Tank

The promise of spring officially signals it’s time to pull out those statement tanks from the back of your wardrobe, and to the front where they belong. There’s nothing wrong with a good ol’ throw-on tank, but recently I’ve been particularly fond of tanks with unique shoulder straps and necklines. This elegant stunner from Universal Standard has a knotted shoulder strap and an asymmetrical neckline that molds into a cap sleeve. It’s also available in this crimson cherry color that draws you right in.

Fast Facts

Size Range: 4XS to 4XL (US 00/0 to 38/40)
Materials: 95 percent rayon, 5 percent elastane

$68 at Universal Standard

plus-size-editor-spring-shopping-list: a western inspired belt

Anthropologie

10. Anthropologie Engraved Western Belt

Quick PSA: Beyoncé recently announced her Cowboy Carter Tour slated to hit the road this spring, and I couldn’t contain my excitement if I tried—or wanted to. Much to my wallet’s dismay, this means I need to start building my rodeo-ready concert outfit ASAP, and that’s where this belt comes in handy. This piece has ‘Cowboy Core’ written all over it, with its intricately engraved detailing around the belt's pale gold hardware and supple dark brown leather exterior. Ticket prices be damned, find me in the stands of MetLife stadium with this snazzy belt around my waist as I dance the night away, possibly teamed with a pair of Levi’s jeans (IYKYK).

Fast Facts

Size Range: 1X to 3X (also available in standard)
Materials: leather

$78 at Anthropologie

plus-size-editor-spring-shopping-list: light wash denim jeans

Levi's

11. Levi’s 314 Shaping Straight Women's Jeans

Speaking of Levi’s, I’ve been searching for classic but comfortable denim pieces, so I thought, why not go to the original source? This pair is one of the brand’s modern offerings crafted with soft, stretchy denim designed to hug all your curves and celebrate your form. Regarded as a traditional straight-leg jean, I think they’ll team well with any footwear I deem fashionable.

Fast Facts

Size Range: 14W to 26W
Materials: 80 percent cotton, 19 percent polyester, 1 percent lycra

$70 at Levi's

plus-size-editor-spring-shopping-list: a gold pinky ring

Mejuri

12. Mejuri Signet Pinkey Ring

This may be a unique experience, but after watching the Oscar-nominated musical Wicked, I was convinced I needed a pinky ring (or two), simply because Cynthia Erivo’s character Elphaba wore them entirely too well in the film. Somehow, I knew the Taylor Swift-approved brand Mejuri would have just the piece. Crafted from 14K gold, this ring is simple and neutral enough to wear with everyday jewelry or any other stackable best-seller from the brand.

Fast Facts

Size Range: 3 to 10
Materials: 14K gold

$208 at Mejuri

plus size editor spring shopping list gap barrel top

GAP

13. GAP Organic Cotton Poplin Barrel-Sleeve Cropped Shirt

Copenhagen Fashion Week—and Stephanie Meraz, PureWow’s Associate Fashion Commerce Editor and resident fashion guru for all things European style—has appointed stripes as a print trend to embrace fully for next season, and I, for one, am completely on board with this decision. This blouse, designed from 100 percent organic cotton, boasts trendy barrel sleeves and a cropped profile giving me serious office siren vibes.

Fast Facts

Size Range: XXS to XXL (roughly a US 000/00 to 20/22)
Materials: 100 percent organically grown cotton

~~$60~~ $53 at GAP

plus-size-editor-spring-shopping-list: a cream racerback top

Reformation

14. Reformation Dusk Knit Top

On a more practical note, my everyday uniform consists of modest racerback tanks that are great for layering. This pale cream top from Reformation is made from their cotton cinch fabric, designed to be lightweight and fitted to your shape. With no plans to deviate from my usual, I intend to wear this shirt under cardigans and button-downs, or merely on its own because it’s too cute not to.

Fast Facts

Size Range: 1X to 3X
Materials: 88 percent organic cotton, 12 percent spandex

$58 at Reformation

plus-size-editor-spring-shopping-list: black wide calf knee high boots

ASOS

15. ASOS Design Curve Charm Heeled Knee Boots

As quiet as it’s kept, ASOS has one of the most impressive and extensive wide shoe collections on the market. I stumbled across these wide-calf boots by happenstance, and they immediately caught my eye with their sleek charm, knee-high style and not-too-tall heel height. A current top seller, I can see them pairing exceptionally well with that maxi skirt above, don’t ya think?

Fast Facts

Size Range: US 4W to 13W

$75 at Asos

plus-size-editor-spring-shopping-list: a cream cashmere tee

Quince

16. Quince Mongolian Cashmere Tee

What’s not to love about a casual cashmere basic? A year-round staple, this tee is lightweight and incredibly soft, but still provides the warmth of your favorite winter wool sweater due to Quince’s neat long-lasting fabric. I’m bookmarking this one for a rainy day, for sure.

Fast Facts

Size Range: 1X to 3X
Materials: 100 percent Grade-A Mongolian cashmere

$55 at Quince

plus-size-editor-spring-shopping-list: a large leather tote bag

Wilsons Leather

17. Telfar x Wilsons Leather Large Carry Bag

Ask anyone I know, and they’ll tell you I’m never without a Telfar oversize tote attached to my hip. So when the announcement came that the beloved NYC-based brand finally launched bags in full-grained pebbled leather (in collaboration with leather brand Wilsons), I made it my mission to keep a watchful eye on this bag above. With a few added upgrades to the bag’s specs, like an interior ring hook for keys, protective feet at the base and expandable sides, I have my fingers crossed this collab is here to stay—at least, until I work up the courage to splurge on it.

Fast Facts

Colors: 2
Materials: 100 percent pebble cow leather

$960 at Wilsons

plus-size-editor-spring-shopping-list: a white poplin shirt dress

J.Crew

18. J.Crew Meadow Dress

J.Crew’s spring arrivals are doing some major damage to my bank account, and I’m honestly not mad at it. The Meadow dress is also new for the season, with dreamy puff sleeves, a detailed smocked bodice and a full skirt to flow through spring winds. And would you look at that, it also has pockets!

Fast Facts

Size Range: XXS to 3X (US 00 to 22)
Materials: 100 percent cotton

$168 at J.Crew

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I’m a Plus-Size Fashion Editor—Here Are 18 Items I’m Buying This Spring

New season, new wardrobe

1. ASOS Design Curve Crew Neck Cardigan

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2. Abercrombie & Fitch Curve Love High Rise Loose Jean

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3. J.Crew Perfect Raincoat

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4. ELOQUII Tie Waist Sleeveless Stretch Poplin Maxi Shirtdress

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5. Strathberry Mosaic Trifold Wallet

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6. Maeve Drop-Waist A-Line Maxi Skirt

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7. Dolce Vita Hilly Wide Loafers

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8. H&M Denim Jacket

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9. Universal Standard Estella Liquid Jersey Knot Tank

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10. Anthropologie Engraved Western Belt

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11. Levi’s 314 Shaping Straight Women's Jeans

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12. Mejuri Signet Pinkey Ring

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13. GAP Organic Cotton Poplin Barrel-Sleeve Cropped Shirt

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14. Reformation Dusk Knit Top

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15. ASOS Design Curve Charm Heeled Knee Boots

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16. Quince Mongolian Cashmere Tee

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17. Telfar x Wilsons Leather Large Carry Bag

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18. J.Crew Meadow Dress

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