Anonymous wrote:I am so, not pushing Talbots. Really. But Talbots is one of the few stores that will always have 16W -18W in stock, in styles that will be appropriate for a third interview. Many of the other more age appropriate, fashionable stores will have very little in that size range actually in stock — and that’s before dealing with body type. Macy’s will have some options, but the chances of finding something well-made and fashion forward when you need it tomorrow are slim. Torrid will have options— but is probably not the greatest choice for interview clothes.

I hope the DD is never in that kind of a pinch. If she is, though, I hope she has a list of options where she can actually try things on if she needs to.

Been there — done that, really missing Lord and Taylor.

Really Really missing Salon Z, but that’s for another thread.

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Anonymous wrote:Why is Talbots such a “no”? I think it is a great store for interview basics, and as others said, they often have inclusive sizing in stock in the store.

To my mind, Talbots’ style is a less expensive Brooks Brothers. And young men certainly still shop there especially for interviews.

Talbots also carries petite plus size which saves money on tailoring suit pieces. I know my plus size friends who were also petite shopped there at that age for work appropriate basics.

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Anonymous wrote:Definitely Talbots. They have a large women's (plus size) section and even their regular fit runs quite large.

Oh, FFS. She’s 22, not 52!

OP asked for work clothes suggestions. I think for work there is nothing wrong with a conservative cut no matter your age or size. It depends on OP's daughter's industry.

DP. No 22 year old should be shopping at Talbot's, no matter what her job is. No reason to frump yourself up like an old woman with no knowledge of current fashion just because you need a size 16.

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Most clothing items at Banana Republic go up to size 20 online. Lots of options for blouses, blazers, etc.

H&M's XXL or XL should fit her. Many of their items run large (especially their coats). H&M also carries a lot of plus sizes on their website.

J Crew offers most of their clothes in all sizes online (misses through plus sizes). Their stores have a smaller size selection though.

Ralph Lauren sells "Woman" sizes on their website. They have some cute shorter skirts that look great for the office. They also have sweaters, blouses, dresses, and pants. These are different (and pricier) from the RL items at stores like Macys.

Mango's website has lots of plus size pieces for young professionals.

Eileen Fisher for pants. The site says that the Friendship Heights store carries size 1x. Some Nordstrom locations carry plus sizes. Their clothes tend to run one size larger than other stores, so an XL may fit. They also have some cropped sweaters she may like.

Calvin Klein dresses and skirts from Macys. Calvin Klein fit-and-flare dresses tend to have a very flattering cut for hourglass or pear shapes.

Ann Klein blouses and blazers from Macys.

Boden for summer dresses. They also have nice skirts. Nordstrom doesn't carry the full size range so you need to shop from the Boden website.

Universal Standard is popular but as a 22 year old, Banana Republic, Mango, H&M, and J Crew seem more appropriate.

Snag Tights make the most comfortable plus size hosiery and tights. I've never tried their clothing but their tights are super comfortable. Their sheer hose is not as comfortable as the tights but still better than any other brand I've tried.

Elomi bras as the best. Nordstrom has some. Others can be purchased online. A great fitting bra makes such a difference.

Kiyonna for wrap dresses. Order directly from the Kiyonna website.

For jeans, look at Madewell, J Crew, and NYDJ. Madewell stores usually carry one style of jeans in every size.

Sezane sweaters go up to XXXL.

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Tommy Hilfiger carries plus sizes. Check Macys and the website. Many of their XL blazers may fit her.

Search YouTube and Instagram for "midsize" to see the latest purchases from women sized 14-18. That will give you some ideas.

Ralph Lauren cotton pajamas (in plus sizes) are my favorite. Macys sells these on their website, as do stores like HerRoom.com and Bare Necessities. You didn't ask about PJs but I thought I'd mention it.

For swimwear, I love Elomi and Swimsuits for All.

For winter coats, look at Ralph Lauren or J Crew. H&M has some stylish coats in the Pike & Rose store right now.

Forgot to add Pari Passu https://paripassushop.com/ .

Also J Jill has lots of great basics (business casual pants, casual sweaters, etc) and carries up to size 2x in every atore in nearly every mall. The website has more than the stores.

Anonymous wrote:I'll add J.Jill carries sizes through 4X in their regular line, and in stores they have up through 2X, which is almost certainly bigger than your daughter needs. Their style is very much like Eileen Fisher but much more affordable and much less scratchy wool, more comfortable washable things. If you're near Friendship Heights, you can look at Talbots Plus and Eileen Fisher and JJill right next to each other.

Anonymous wrote:Talbots has a very tailored look I like

Anonymous wrote:Torrid, Old Navy and H&M.

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Anonymous wrote:Why is Talbots such a “no”? I think it is a great store for interview basics, and as others said, they often have inclusive sizing in stock in the store.

To my mind, Talbots’ style is a less expensive Brooks Brothers. And young men certainly still shop there especially for interviews.

Talbots also carries petite plus size which saves money on tailoring suit pieces. I know my plus size friends who were also petite shopped there at that age for work appropriate basics.

Even though Talbots carries those sizes, the cut is all wrong for a 22 year old. A 22 year size 16 is very different from a 50 year old size 16. And respectfully, op is saying “16/18W”, but it’s likely that a 22 year old doesn’t need the “W” on those sizes. The “W” changes the fit. There is a distinct difference between a 16 and a 16w, 18 and 18w and so on. Talbots plus sizes are cut for a more mature body, no matter the size.

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Anonymous wrote:Why is Talbots such a “no”? I think it is a great store for interview basics, and as others said, they often have inclusive sizing in stock in the store.

To my mind, Talbots’ style is a less expensive Brooks Brothers. And young men certainly still shop there especially for interviews.

Talbots also carries petite plus size which saves money on tailoring suit pieces. I know my plus size friends who were also petite shopped there at that age for work appropriate basics.

Anonymous wrote:Why is Talbots such a “no”? I think it is a great store for interview basics, and as others said, they often have inclusive sizing in stock in the store.

To my mind, Talbots’ style is a less expensive Brooks Brothers. And young men certainly still shop there especially for interviews.

Anonymous wrote:

Most clothing items at Banana Republic go up to size 20 online. Lots of options for blouses, blazers, etc.

H&M's XXL or XL should fit her. Many of their items run large (especially their coats). H&M also carries a lot of plus sizes on their website.

J Crew offers most of their clothes in all sizes online (misses through plus sizes). Their stores have a smaller size selection though.

Ralph Lauren sells "Woman" sizes on their website. They have some cute shorter skirts that look great for the office. They also have sweaters, blouses, dresses, and pants. These are different (and pricier) from the RL items at stores like Macys.

Mango's website has lots of plus size pieces for young professionals.

Eileen Fisher for pants. The site says that the Friendship Heights store carries size 1x. Some Nordstrom locations carry plus sizes. Their clothes tend to run one size larger than other stores, so an XL may fit. They also have some cropped sweaters she may like.

Calvin Klein dresses and skirts from Macys. Calvin Klein fit-and-flare dresses tend to have a very flattering cut for hourglass or pear shapes.

Ann Klein blouses and blazers from Macys.

Boden for summer dresses. They also have nice skirts. Nordstrom doesn't carry the full size range so you need to shop from the Boden website.

Universal Standard is popular but as a 22 year old, Banana Republic, Mango, H&M, and J Crew seem more appropriate.

Snag Tights make the most comfortable plus size hosiery and tights. I've never tried their clothing but their tights are super comfortable. Their sheer hose is not as comfortable as the tights but still better than any other brand I've tried.

Elomi bras as the best. Nordstrom has some. Others can be purchased online. A great fitting bra makes such a difference.

Kiyonna for wrap dresses. Order directly from the Kiyonna website.

For jeans, look at Madewell, J Crew, and NYDJ. Madewell stores usually carry one style of jeans in every size.

Sezane sweaters go up to XXXL.

.

Tommy Hilfiger carries plus sizes. Check Macys and the website. Many of their XL blazers may fit her.

Search YouTube and Instagram for "midsize" to see the latest purchases from women sized 14-18. That will give you some ideas.

Ralph Lauren cotton pajamas (in plus sizes) are my favorite. Macys sells these on their website, as do stores like HerRoom.com and Bare Necessities. You didn't ask about PJs but I thought I'd mention it.

For swimwear, I love Elomi and Swimsuits for All.

For winter coats, look at Ralph Lauren or J Crew. H&M has some stylish coats in the Pike & Rose store right now.