Plus-size ranges are an important part of many collections. Fabric choice affects comfort, drape and how garments flatter the body.
What works well
- Comfort stretch: 2-way Lycra fabrics give ease without clinging
- Fluid drape: crepe, viscose and georgette skim the body
- Opacity: enough weight to avoid see-through panels
- Breathability: for comfort in warm weather
What to be careful with
- Very stiff fabrics that add bulk
- Very thin fabrics that cling
- Poor recovery that causes bagging
Testing
Fit-test on real bodies across the size range, as fabric behaves differently at larger sizes.
See 2-way Lycra and crepe.