I’m A Plus-Size Fashion Editor— 4 Elevated Staples Living Rent Free In My Mind

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It’s no secret that the chicest closets are built around solid staple finds. Don’t get me wrong. I’m a big fan of color, fun fabrics, and statement pieces galore. However, as a fashion editor who just so happens to be plus-sized, I know how hard it can be to find simple, versatile pieces that you want to wear over and over again. I’m talking about the go-to, no-brainer building blocks of a wardrobe that you can depend on time and time again. This is precisely why I’ve made it my goal to help all the plus-sized fashion people find amazing staples.

Yes, you’ve heard right. I’ve highlighted a handful of elevated wardrobe basics, and I provided an array of shopping options across various price points for each. While hunting down good plus-size market is never truly simple, I’ve done my best to take the guesswork out of finding these versatile, elevated finds you’ll use for years. Keep scrolling to shop my selection of elevated plus-size staples.

Trench Coat

A trench coat adds the perfect dose of elegant to just about any outfit. Right now the style is seemingly having a strong moment, so many chic plus styles have been popping up. Whether you like something more traditional or you're down to experiment (leather anyone?), this style is sure to keep on delivering time and time again.

Pilcro Hooded Dickie Belted Trench Coat

Pilcro

Pilcro Hooded Dickie Belted Trench Coat

Bratto Double Faced Virgin Wool Trench Coat

Marina Rinaldi

Bratto Double Faced Virgin Wool Trench Coat

New Icon Trench

Water Resistant Faux Leather Trench Coat

Universal Standard

Water Resistant Faux Leather Trench Coat

Classic Trench Coat With Belt - Women | Mango Usa

MANGO

Classic Trench Coat With Belt - Women | Mango Usa

Button Down Shirt

There's a reason why every fashion person you know has a solid button-down (or two). The styling options are truly unmatched. From a french tuck to layering under sweaters, there's simply so many ways to make this style work well in your wardrobe.

Classic Button-Down Shirt

Old Navy

Classic Button-Down Shirt

No-Iron Stretch Cotton Shirt

Lauren Ralph Lauren

No-Iron Stretch Cotton Shirt

The Bennet Buttondown Shirt by Maeve

Maeve

The Bennet Buttondown Shirt by Maeve

Stripe Cotton Poplin Button-Up Shirt

Nordstrom

Stripe Cotton Poplin Button-Up Shirt

Breezy Classic Shirt - White

Djerf Avenue

Breezy Classic Shirt - White

Pencil Skirt

There's something so undeniably chic about a pencil skirt. They just instantly make the person wearing it look 10x more put together. I've been really into the corporate gray trend, but a classic black skirt will hit just right every time.

Maxi Skirt With Buttons

ELOQUII

Maxi Skirt With Buttons

Washable Flex Ponte Skirt

EF

Washable Flex Ponte Skirt

Dressy Pencil Skirt

ralphlauren,

ralphlauren

Rib-Knit Pencil Midi Skirt

Ribbed Pencil Skirt

Black Pants

If you're looking for bottoms with a dressier feel, you can't go wrong with a solid pair of black pants. Every occasion doesn't necessarily call for a sophisticated look, so you can easily dress these down if needed. However, I love that black trousers can take things up a notch.

Madewell , The Plus Curvy Harlow Wide-Leg Pant in Drapey Twill

Madewell

The Plus Curvy Harlow Wide-Leg Pant in Drapey Twill

Wide-Leg Dress Pants

Gale Satin Mid Rise Bias Pant Es

Reformation

Gale Satin Mid Rise Bias Pant Es

Favorite Pants Black

Djerf Avenue

Favorite Pants Black

The Avery Elastic-Back Trousers by Maeve

Maeve

The Avery Elastic-Back Trousers by Maeve

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