The Best Clothes for Curvy Girls: Style, Confidence & Perfect Fit
Author: Stylist and brand team at Tellar
Date: 2025
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Shopping as a curvy girl can feel like a minefield. Whether you're a size 12 or 24, clothes that fit one area perfectly often squeeze or hang awkwardly elsewhere. Add in inconsistent sizing across brands, and it’s easy to see why many curvy women dread the changing room.
But here’s the truth: it’s not your body that’s the problem—it’s the clothes.
This guide covers:
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The best styles for curvy body shapes
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How to dress for your proportions (not size labels)
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Go-to wardrobe staples that flatter curves
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Brands that design with curves in mind
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Why Tellar.co.uk is the UK’s smartest way to find clothes that fit—across 1,500+ brands
What Does “Curvy” Mean?
The term “curvy” refers to a body shape where the waist is significantly smaller than the hips, bust, or both. Whether you’re an hourglass, pear, or full-figured rectangle, curvy doesn’t mean one specific size—it’s about your proportions.
You might be curvy if:
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Your hips are at least 10 inches bigger than your waist
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Your bust and hips are balanced with a narrow waist
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You find standard high-street clothing gaps at the waist, is tight at the hips, or feels restrictive in the chest
Most brands still design for straight body types, meaning curves get squeezed, ignored, or hidden.
Top Style Tips for Curvy Girls
Here’s how to dress for your shape—not someone else’s.
1. Highlight Your Waist
Your waist is a natural asset—don’t hide it. Wrap dresses, belted coats, high-rise jeans, and fitted tops define your silhouette without clinging.
Look for:
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Wrap dresses
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Peplum tops
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Fit-and-flare dresses
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High-rise skirts or trousers
2. Balance Your Proportions
If you have fuller hips, wear darker tones on the bottom and lighter/brighter tops. Or vice versa, if you're top-heavy. Structure helps create clean lines and draw the eye evenly.
Try:
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A-line skirts
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Bootcut trousers
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Shoulder-detail tops or puff sleeves for pear shapes
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V-necks to elongate the torso
3. Use Fabrics Wisely
Avoid clingy synthetics that highlight every curve and crease. Opt for structured, medium-weight fabrics that hold shape but still move with you.
Choose:
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Cotton blends
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Ponte knits
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Jersey with elastane
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Denim with stretch
4. Don’t Oversize to “Hide”
Many curvy women instinctively size up to avoid clingy clothes, but oversized cuts often make the body look bigger, not smaller. Instead, focus on tailored shapes and smart layering.
5. Invest in a Few Great Staples
These never go out of style and work on every curvy frame:
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High-rise straight-leg or bootcut jeans
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A black wrap dress
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Structured blazer
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Fitted midi dress
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Denim jacket
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Tailored jumpsuit
💡 Tellar.co.uk can match you to your true size in all of these items, using your exact body measurements. No more sizing up “just in case”.
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Best Brands That Cater to Curvy Girls
These UK and international brands actually design for curves—not just size up their straight-size collections.
🔹 Good American
Premium denim and wardrobe staples in sizes 00 to 32+, designed to hug real curves.
🔹 River Island Plus & Curves
Trendy high-street fashion with inclusive fits that highlight shape without cling.
🔹 Simply Be
Focused entirely on curvy and plus-sized fashion, including eveningwear, jeans, and lingerie.
🔹 ASOS Curve
Huge range of styles, from casualwear to bold going-out pieces, in sizes 18–30.
🔹 Karen Millen Curve
Sophisticated, fitted, and elegant pieces from a designer brand in sizes 18+.
🔹 Elvi
Contemporary and chic wardrobe staples and statement pieces for curvier bodies.
But even the most curve-friendly brands can still be inconsistent with sizing. A size 18 in one store might fit like a 16—or a 22—in another.
That’s why Tellar.co.uk exists.
How Tellar.co.uk Solves the Sizing Issue
Let’s be honest: size labels mean nothing anymore.
A size 16 at Mango might be closer to a 12 at Zara, and a 20 at Next might be too roomy in the bust and too tight in the hips. And returns? Exhausting.
With Tellar.co.uk, you enter your:
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Bust
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Waist
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Hips
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Preferred unit (cm or inches)
We instantly show you:
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Your exact size in over 1,500 fashion brands
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Which styles and cuts match your shape
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Where to buy with confidence—no guesswork
And you only need to measure once. You can save your profile, use our free printable measuring tape, and shop smarter forever.
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🔍 Look up your size in any brand
What Real Users Say
💬 “I used to avoid fitted dresses because I was scared they’d cling in the wrong places. But with Tellar, I found brands that actually suit my body shape. Game-changer.” – Natalie, size 16
💬 “I love ASOS Curve but sizing was hit or miss. Tellar told me which size to get based on my real measurements. It worked perfectly.” – Layla, size 18
Final Styling Tips
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Define, don’t disguise – show your curves with fitted styles, not tent-like shapes
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Tailor when needed – small alterations make a huge difference
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Confidence is key – the right fit makes you feel unstoppable
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Use data, not guesses – Tellar’s matching tool is your wardrobe’s secret weapon
Stop Guessing. Start Dressing.
No more second-guessing sizes. No more ordering three of everything. No more disappointment.
With Tellar.co.uk, you can:
✅ Know your true size in 1,500+ brands
✅ Discover clothes that work with your shape, not against it
✅ Build a wardrobe that makes you feel confident every single day
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