If the clothes you find in high street shops are a bit too plain and not exciting enough for you, when you want something special that reflects your personality, you usually have no other option but to go online.
The variety of different styles and brands we have access to from around the world, thanks to the internet, is brilliant – but if you need anything from a size 14 upwards, you may experience some difficulty finding the styles you’re after.
Unfortunately a lot of brands only stock smaller sizes, as even the average size 14 is classed as ‘plus size.’ There are retailers who have had numerous discussions with manufacturers, who simply refuse to produce exactly the same styles in bigger sizes.
As ‘plus size’ models have become more and more popular, we’ve been on the lookout for brands that will actually produce items in all sizes, without compromising style and individuality, which is very refreshing and exciting, as most 14+ sized clothes just end up looking the same in bigger sizes.
Why is it so difficult, or unacceptable to manufacture clothes in a bigger sizes? Does it make a brand uncool? The demand is there, so why do retailers still have to argue with manufacturers about making plus sizes available to their customers? ‘Plus size’ models’ fan bases are growing day by day; the support they receive is wonderful, but stocking bigger sizes still seems to be a taboo to many clothing brands and websites, even if these sizes are available.
If you – like us – are on the lookout for some original, beautifully made outfits, check out the-gothic-shop.co.uk, which always has a brilliant collection of clothes available.
The Gothic Shop specialises in gothic and alternative clothing and accessories for ladies and gents. They stock a wide range of brands from several high=quality gothic and alternative suppliers including Dark Star, Burleska, Hell Bunny, Necessary Evil, Folter, Raven, H&R London, and Sinister Clothing. This allows them to provide a selection of gothic and alternative clothing for both everyday wear and special occasions. As well as the usual, they also offer clothes in bigger sizes which are wonderful quality and a perfect fit. They have everything from swimsuits, dresses, leggings, coats and tights to corsets and boleros, as well as a selection of gorgeous jewellery.
Check out some of our favourite pieces, all available plus-size, below.
Delirium Shredded Gothic Dress By Punk Rave – BUY
Black Punk Gothic Witchy Skirt With Ribbons & Chains – BUY
Goth Cross Suspender Black Tights – BUY
Plain Stripe Suspender Black Tights – BUY
And if you’re looking for the perfect accessories to go with your outfits, check out these beautiful and creepy pieces from Dark Elegance Designs to finish your look.
Dark Elegance Designs products are crafted using intricate laces, velvets, beautiful cameo’s and Swarovski crystal beads mixed with semi precious gemstones such as Garnet and Black Onyx to create unique, elegant and imaginative Victorian, Gothic, Steampunk and Fairytale jewellery.
Raven skull gothic choker lace necklace with black Swarovski crystal drops – NEVERMORE – BUY
Vampire bats gothic ring silver adjustable – BUY
If these don’t fill a gothic heart with pure joy, we don’t know what else will!
Images via The Gothic Shop
