Just Because It’s “Curvy-Fit” Doesn’t Mean It Fits | Dia & Co (2024)
“Contrary to popular belief you can be plus-size and not be curvy. “
Fall is on it’s way y’all, you know what that means, denim on denim on denim! And since it seems like we’ve all come to the collective agreement that we are ready to give “hard” pants another shot, it’s time we make sense of some of these plus-size denim dilemmas that never seem to be solved. Are plus-size jeans and curvy jeans the same? What body shapes do curvy jeans work for? I did some digging and I’ve got some answers.
Let’s start with what we know, ‘plus-size’ is a standard fashion term used by most fashion retailers to make it clear that they carry sizes 12/14 to 22/24, with some brands going up to 32 or 40. Plus-size clothes are typically cut more generously than ‘straight’ or ‘standard’ size clothing. What does “generous” mean? Well, when it comes to jeans specifically, it means more room in the rise, back, and crotch area for the belly, hips, butt, and thighs. But size is only 50% of the picture when it comes to finding jeans that fit, body shape is equally important. Cue the plus-size vs. curvy jeans debate.
“The moral of the story: no, curvy does not equal plus size. “
Contrary to popular belief you can be plus-size and not be curvy. It’s all about body dimensions and how you identify. Bodies that do not have much difference between the bust, waist and hip measurements are not considered curvy whether they fit a size 2 or a size 22. While bodies who have a 10”+ difference between their waist and hip are more typically what we think of as curvy at a size 32 or a size 14. We won’t get into body politics here, that’s another story for another day, but that’s basically how it works.
It’s not uncommon to see brands who carry both straight sizes and plus sizes in ‘regular’ cuts and ‘curvy’ cuts. Many brands have evolved their catalogue to have curvy jeans for standard sizes and plus sizes. Their curvy fit is engineered for an hourglass figure with a narrower contoured waistband to avoid gapping, a longer rise for a rounder booty and extra room in the hips and thighs. For those of us whose waist measurements are equal to or larger than our hip measurement, these jeans will not only fit poorly, they will likely be very uncomfortable. Likewise, someone with a curvy figure who buys regular cut plus-size denim might experience gapping in the waist and a lack of room in the but and the thighs.
The moral of the story: no, curvy does not equal plus size. When it comes to jeans especially, think of it as a waist to hip ratio kind of thing. If your waist to hip difference is large (10”+) with the larger number being for the hips, then consider a curvy cut for a more comfortable fit. If your waist and hip measurements are relatively the same within (1” to 3” of each other) or if the larger measurement is the waist, consider a regular cut plus-size jean for a better fit. If you are not sure, always check the size guide and don’t be afraid of a little trial and error. Thank goodness for Try Before You Buy!
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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".
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and not be curvy. It's all about body dimensions and how you identify. Bodies that do not have much difference between the bust, waist and hip measurements are not considered curvy whether they fit a size 2 or a size 22.
A: Most women's jeans use a 10” hip vs. waist measurement, but curvy is designed with a 13” difference for more room at the thigh and hips. For example, if your hips measure 41” and your waist measures 28”, you have a 13” hip vs. waist difference.
Anyone can wear curvy fit jeans. I am very slim through the hips and butt and a curvy cut just gives me a little more room, size-wise. You can maybe go down a size in a curvy fit.
'Curvy' often refers to body shape, highlighting a pronounced waist-to-hip ratio, whereas 'plus-size' is more about the clothing size range extending beyond standard retail sizes. Both celebrate body diversity, with 'curvy' cutting across various size ranges, including plus sizes.
If you're petite and curvy, opt for lower rises—petite woman's best friend when it comes to bringing a balanced frame between your upper and lower body.
Many brands have evolved their catalogue to have curvy jeans for standard sizes and plus sizes. Their curvy fit is engineered for an hourglass figure with a narrower contoured waistband to avoid gapping, a longer rise for a rounder booty and extra room in the hips and thighs.
Using the term "curvy" twenty years ago, conjured up images of hourglass bombshells with tiny waists and generous busts and hips. It was all about the extreme hip to waist ratio, regardless of size. Today the term "curvy" is used to describe fuller, rounder figures of all proportions.
“Curvy fits typically have smaller waists (so there is less gapping at the waist), and more room in the seat, hips, and thighs and sometimes more room in the calf area as well.” She recommends curvy fits for hourglass or pear-shaped bodies.
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Curvy pants are designed for those with a smaller waist compared to their hips and thighs, while regular fit pants are designed for those with smaller hips that are straighter, with a smaller difference between the size of your waist and hips.
Usually, we consider hip sizes above 36 or 37 inches curvy and hip sizes below 34 to be a slim silhouette. Also, the waist-to-hip ratios of curvy individuals are often in the range of 0.7 to 0.8.
Curvy doesn't mean fat at all. It only means what it literally means: a body with visible curves. Bigger breast, wide hips, thicker thighs, BUT narrow waist and flat belly.
Try a pair of high rise straight leg jeans for an hourglass figure. This contemporary fit balances out your body's curves, and is also incredibly versatile for dressing up or down.
If you're ready to branch out from skinny jeans, try a pair of straight leg jeans first. They have a slimmer fit through the leg that doesn't hug the leg but that still elongates.
Curvy means you have an hourglass-shaped body. A woman's “curves" refer to the swell of her hips and breasts in comparison to her waist. So it really doesn't matter how skinny or fat you are, as long as your breast and hip measurements are a lot bigger than your waist measurement then you qualify as curvy.
There is so much more than just a nipped in waist, which the curvy fit does have! There is maybe an inch difference in waist circumference, and a longer rise in the crotch/seat area, to make room for larger booties. There is also a bit of extra fabric in the hips. I noticed this right off the bat!
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