Plus Size Shopping in the Washington, DC Metro Area
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The Capital of the United States. A location where the people meet the government. Also, one of the most expensive locations to live on the east coast, next to New York City.
We know that it can be difficult for plus size individuals to find souvenirs in the form of t-shirts or even clothing in general, so we are working on putting together a list of major cities throughout the world on where to shop for plus size clothing. It might not have the city name on the front of the t-shirt, but a cute new blouse or dress or shoes added to your everyday wardrobe can be a reminder of the amazing trip you had.
Washington DC is a hub of historical and governmental landmarks packed full of culture and shopping to meet the desires of all who pass through the city. While you are visiting the Capital, White House, Lincoln Memorial or any one of the Smithsonian museums you might want to head around town and check out these plus size shopping locations to grab a new piece to add to your wardrobe.
Just across the river from DC many visitors find their way to Arlington, Annapolis, Alexandra and many more locations. Therefore, this guide is to help you no matter where you land throughout the Washington DC metro area on your trip.
Eloquii
Fashion Centre at Pentagon City, 1100 S Hayes Street, Arlington, VA 22202$$
Eloquii has been on the rise for the last few years as a go-to store for many plus size women. Dedicated to providing high quality and a variety of choices, Eloquii might be a great place to shop if you don’t have a one around you and want to try before you buy.
Sizes Carried: 14 – 28
J.Jill
5310 Western Ave, Chevy Chase, MD$$
J. Jill at first glance does not look like they carry plus size clothing. But when you start looking around in their sizes section it is delightfully unexpected to see 1X’s to 4x’s in their selection. With a 4X being up to size 28W the offerings by the company reach many different body types. The only downfall is that the models within their website and Instagram don’t call for the inclusion of plus size shoppers.
Sizes Carried : 1x – 4x
M.M. Lafleur
1424 K St NW, Washington, DC 20005 $$$
M.M. Lafleur is a high-end retailer who offers great options for business attire. They have a diverse selection on their website with images of models who you can relate too. However, as we found during our Philadelphia listing, they have yet to use these models for other marketing purposes.
Sizes Carried: 0-3+
Rainbow Shops
1590 Benning Rd NE, Washington, DC 20002 $
Rainbow Shops is priced for the smaller budget, with shirts as low as $10 it’s really the place to beat. They offer trending styles, modern twist on conservative styles and your everyday plain t-shirt as well. For staple items, this is definitely a place to check out.
Sizes Carried: 12-24 (smaller sizes as well)
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