When it comes to fast-fashion brands, Shein is one of the most popular, best known for its on-trend clothes at insanely cheap prices. As someone who has a deep love for inexpensive clothing, my interest was piqued when I first discovered the retailer—and even more so when I saw it offers plus-size section called Shein Curve and Plus.
To be honest, I was skeptical at just how inexpensive everything was—it's not every day that you come across dresses for as little as $4 on sale, and $10 at full price. Is Shein Curve legit? And is it good quality? Here's what I discovered after wearing the brand's clothes for months.
Shein Curve and Plus is Shein’s plus-size section, although “plus-size” is used loosely here. I’d say it’s more mid-sized fashion. It offers sizes XL to 5X—with a caveat. According to the sizing chart, everything is at least two sizes smaller than typical plus sizes. At Shein, 0XL is the equivalent of a size 12 instead of the usual size 16, and a 5X is a size 22, not the expected size 30 to 32.
Shein Curve’s selection includes more than 75,000 clothing options, ranging from dresses and workwear to swimwear and lingerie.
What I like about Shein Curve and Plus
I’ve ordered a lot of clothes from Shein that I adore. They’re cute, comfortable, and most importantly, affordable. The majority of my casual wardrobe is made up of Shein T-shirts because they’re so soft and cost as little as $5 a piece. I love that I can place an order for 10 clothing items and barely break $80. Plus, the style of the clothes fits my aesthetic perfectly: quirky shirts and adorable patterns.
While I’ve yet to try any Shein pants or shorts—so I can’t vouch for how they withstand chub rub—I have a few other favorites from the retailer. I like the $16 Daisy Floral Midi Flared Skirt, which I got in my usual size, because its elastic waist is stretchy enough to allow for movement yet snug enough to stay securely in place. I also love the $22 Drop Shoulder Patch Pocket Rainbow Stripe Cardigan—it has a cozy hand-knit feel and a roomy fit because I ordered up a size.
What I don’t like about Shein Curve and Plus
Unfortunately, not everything on Shein Curve is a win. For starters, the sizing can be very skewed. I once ordered a T-shirt in my usual size 16 and it barely fit, while other shirts I ordered in the same size fit comfortably loose. One time, I opted to buy a shirt in size 3X (or three sizes up) because I wanted it to fit really loose, and it felt strange to buy something in a size much larger than what I'm used to (It's the complete opposite of vanity sizing!)
There are also a few items here and there that made me rethink the phrase “quality over quantity.” I ordered three dresses that each had more than 10,000 reviews. And let me tell you, they were all horrible in their own way. The polyester fabric of the Daisy Floral Ruffle Hem Swing Maxi Dress, $20, felt like cheap costume material and made me look like I was wearing a potato sack. The $17 Floral Print V-neck A-line Dress appears to be made of the same low-quality fabric, although the website said it was a polyester/spandex blend. The bulky buttons—which serve no purpose other than "fashion"—stuck out and looked ridiculous and like the factory made a mistake.
I liked the look and fit of the V Neck Button Front Dress, $16. The material—actually a polyester-spandex blend, as described—is soft and stretchy and it fit me nicely. The problem? The thread anchoring one of the (nonfunctional) decorative buttons unraveled before my eyes after just one wear.
All of that to say: Shein Curve, like Shein itself, can be very inconsistent.
Is Shein Curve and Plus worth buying?
Based on my hit-or-miss experience, I still recommend giving Shein Curve a shot. After all, with such low prices, you don’t have much to lose. Just be warned that sizing and quality can be a mixed bag—so shop accordingly. My suggestion? Read the reviews. Don’t just look at how many positive reviews there are—actually read them.
Some of my favorite clothes—especially T-shirts—are from Shein, and I plan to stock up on a lot more in the coming months. Even though I’ve had a few duds, for now, I’m team Shein—or more specifically, team Shein Curve.
According to PLUS Model magazine, "In the fashion industry, plus size is identified as sizes 18 and over, or sizes 1X-6X and extended size as 7X and up". The article continues "Susan Barone [...] shared, 'Plus sizes are sizes 14W – 24W. Super sizes and extended sizes are used interchangeably for sizes 26W and above.
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section, although “plus-size” is used loosely here. I'd say it's more mid-sized fashion. It offers sizes XL to 5X—with a caveat. According to the sizing chart, everything is at least two sizes smaller than typical plus sizes.
I've also found that a 3X in Shein is equivalent to a 1X in true plus sizes. If you see pieces that go up to a 5X or 6X then those sizes will fit a 3X. When you look at the size description, Shein does a good job of displaying the size the model is wearing and even putting next to the sizes what they're equivalent to.
Sydney, Australia-based model Sarah Jane Kelly has been in the fashion industry for over five years and has posed for some of the world's most popular clothing brands.
In my experience, clothes from Shein run small. While this isn't true across the board, 90% of the time I have found this to be the case. This is why checking the sizing is important. When you hover over a certain size on the page of the item you're interested in, measurements come up.
Plus-size clothing is generally considered a women's size 18 and beyond. “Missy” or “straight” sizes range from 00–16/18, XXS–XXL whereas plus sizes range from 12W–28W, 0X–4X and greater. You might think plus sizes are just extended straight sizes, but guess again.
According to the sizing chart, everything is at least two sizes smaller than typical plus sizes. At Shein, 0XL is the equivalent of a size 12 instead of the usual size 16, and a 5X is a size 22, not the expected size 30 to 32.
What are plus-size model measurements? Plus-size models are usually a U.S. size 12 and up. Fashionuer reports that a plus-size model's weight should be between 161 and 205 pounds, with a chest size of 41 to 45 inches.
Female measurements: Plus-size women working in modeling are usually a size 12 and above. Their weight should typically be between 161 and 205 pounds, with a chest size of 41” to 45”.
Plus-size models engage in, at times, severe bodily management practices, such as strict calorie restriction to drop a size and even binge eating to gain a size, as well as more routine bodily manipulations, such as applying make-up and hair products, wearing shapewear, and adding body padding to make the body frame ...
Just click on the 'Size Guide' button on each product page to find out the measurements which you can view in centimeters and inches, and how to measure to make sure it fits perfectly.
By outsourcing labor, clothing retailers can cut costs and boost profits by paying workers less. And, when labor costs are cut, product costs can be cut, too, leading to super affordable clothing. In short, Shein produces its clothes in generic wholesale factories to keep its costs at a minimum.
An XXL is a Misses 18.A 1X is a plus size 14/16. The difference is that plus size clothing is generally made wider and with more room in the arms, hips, thighs, butt, and stomach areas. So the measurements may be similar.
We are sorry to make you confused. This item has regular size which is S, M, L and 0XL(Labeled XL), and plus size which is 1XL, 2XL,and 3XL. 0XL(Labeled XL) belongs to regular size, so the size of 0XL and 1XL is different. You can get a size information on the second picture.
With every piece we make, we do multiple rounds of fittings on the same fit model to ensure that the fit is perfect and consistent across styles. Sizes 00-14 are fit to a size 6 and sizes 14W-20W are fit to a size 16W.
As a general rule, plus-size models are defined by the fashion industry as anyone larger than a size 6. These days, however, most women deemed plus-size models are a size 12/14 or higher, bringing the industry's perception of what counts as plus-size a little more in line with that of the public.
Tess Munster/Holliday is lots of things. She's a mother, a style icon and the keeper of 357,000 Instagram followers. This week, she's celebrating another victory. Holliday was signed to a major modeling contract with MiLk Model Management -- as the "largest" plus-size model they have.
However, a woman who weighs between 180-200 lbs may typically wear a clothing size that ranges from XL to 3XL, depending on her body shape and height. It's important to remember that clothing sizes are just a guide, and it's always best to try on clothing to ensure a proper fit.
In order to maintain a healthy and firm body, curvy models have to watch their eating habits and exercise regularly as well. The idea that curvy models don't have to do sports is simply incorrect. To get an idea of proper nutrition, let's take a look at diet plans and suggestions from some well-known plus size models.
"The excess flab is condensed, the same way as when you push your hands on your belly to push in the fat." If the shapewear is well-designed, the fat comes out in a more sexy and appropriate place like your breasts/cleavage and butt, Anvaripour says.
Bring attention upward with statement-making necklines and accessories. Sport darker bootcut pants for a slenderizing look. Layer your outfits with a blazer that highlights your smaller waist. Minimize your hips with an A-line silhouette that enhances your waist.
Shein (/ˈʃiːɪn/ SHEE-in; styled as SHEIN; Chinese: 希音; pinyin: Xīyīn) is a Chinese online fast fashion retailer headquartered in Singapore. Founded in Nanjing, China in October 2008 as ZZKKO by entrepreneur Chris Xu, Shein grew to become the world's largest fashion retailer as of 2022.
What Size Is 160 in Shein's Sizing System? If your child measures 160 cm, the size you should choose on Shein is 160-165. This size is designed for children who are 160-165 cm tall, so it should be a good fit for your child.
Shein has repeatedly come under fire for just about everything you can do wrong with a company, including poor working conditions, high levels of toxic chemicals in its clothing, copying independent designers' items, and mishandling customer data.
They use harmful materials. One of the reasons Shein can offer such cheap clothes, is because they use a lot of synthetic fabrics like polyester and nylon. You can get rid of your fast fashion pieces after one season, but clothing made from polyester take 20 to 200 years to decompose.
Who owns Shein? Shein is owned by parent company Nanjing Lingtian Information Technology, although the company's ownership is frequently branded a mystery. It remains a private company, with four major shareholders so far: JAFCO Asia, IDG Capital, Sequoia Capital China, and Tiger Global Management.
Your shapewear size is determined by your waist and hip sizes. WAIST SIZE is taken by placing the tape measure snugly around the smallest part of your waist, following your body's natural indentation. If you're not sure where your smallest part is located, bend to the side to find it.
A: 3X means that the waist circumference is three times that of large and tall means just about anything, but will work really well if the guy is 6'5""! The 3X waist will fit a 52" waist (Plus).
Plus-size models are usually a U.S. size 12 and up. Fashionuer reports that a plus-size model's weight should be between 161 and 205 pounds, with a chest size of 41 to 45 inches.
With styles for plus size ladies, the fit model is generally a size 18 or a 2X. For this reason, samples are created generally in sizes 8 or 18 to be fitted on the fit mode.
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