It's true that the fashion industry has made significant progress toward size inclusivity in recent years, but it's still nowhere near perfect. As the editor of a shopping-focused site, I do a lot of online window-shopping in search of the best things to add to my cart. While I've definitely noticed how the number of plus-size options offered has grown exponentially, there's still a noticeable gap between what's available in straight sizes versus plus sizes despite the fact that studies show the average dress size in the U.S. is between 16 and 18 (not a size 2 as the fashion industry would have us believe).
To prove that you can dress in stylish and on-trend items regardless of your size, I did what I do best and put together a massive shopping list of the internet's best new arrivals to get you ready for the Hot Girl Summer of your dreams. In the below roundup, you'll find items that hit on some of the buzziest trends alongside updated staples such as ribbed tanks, Reformation's best-selling dress, plenty of swimwear, and so much more. Happy shopping!
I'm always on the lookout for a new summer top, and this fits the bill.Vaxxed and relaxed.Halters are basically a prerequisite for a Hot Girl Summer.An entire vibe. Shop the matching Lyocell-Blend Top ($18).Never met a Staud dress I didn't love.Skims does it again.Style these with a tank and matching button-down—it's the off-duty uniform of the summer.The suits from Frankies Bikinis seriously keep getting better and better. Shop the matching Tia Satin Bikini Bottoms ($80).The open back makes this look more expensive than it is.It's not too late to hop on the terry cloth train.Wear this with jeans and heels for your next night out.PSA: Alo's best-selling tennis skirt is back in stock (but probably not for long).Get ready to see this on your TikTok feed in 3, 2, 1…So many ways to wear this cool shirt.Fresh denim cutoffs, anyone?Cottagecore vibes are strong here.Activewear never looked cuter.The front is just as cute.The only thing better than realizing this top was made in a small batch in India is realizing that it comes with matching shorts.Your plain bike shorts could never.Cool cutouts.This color just feels so right for summer.The brainless one-piece outfit you'll wear more than you realize.Heat wave approved.I own this top, and I can't speak highly enough of the fit and material. It doubles as a sports bra, too. Shop the matching Sienna High Waist Bottoms ($105).Proof that Ref rarely misses.Because everyone needs at least one pretty white top in their closet.Worth setting your denim shorts aside for.What can I say—I have a soft spot for halter necklines right now.
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