Casual wear
If you’re a UK 12 and above, make this local boutique your first stop. Founded by Kayde Ling in 2007, the brand has two lines that pretty much sell everything: a premium one ($49.90-$189.90) and a fast fashion collection ($19.90$49.90). The former, which fits up to UK 28, is designed and manufactured in-house, and is produced in limited quantities so you’ll never be caught in the same outfit as someone else (oh, the horror!) And the latter, which fits up to UK 20, comprises apparel and accessories sourced from all over the world. Kaylene’s 1,772-square-foot store also stocks a range of plus-size swimwear.
L2, 38A Seah St (www.kayleneonline.com). Daily 12.30-8.30pm
MS.READ
You don’t have to miss out on designer collaborations, either. MS.READ’s Fall collection, its second collaboration with KL-based designer Ezzati Amira, includes sharp two-piece suits (from $159) and bell-sleeved boho-chic tops ($99) that can bring you from the office to bar, easy. The brand’s inhouse line boasts wearable basics, workwear and evening outfits that fit UK 12 through to UK 24.
Available in all Metro stores. www.msreadshop.com
Dorothy Perkins
Of course we wouldn’t leave this out. With nine stores dotting our island, this high street brand is the to-go store for sizes ranging from UK 6 to 20. Dressier frocks for special occasions will be in stores from September.
sg.dorothyperkins.com
Uniqlo
The brand’s online store includes XXL sizes in designs you won’t find in its brick-and-mortar outlets, including a fit-and-flare sleeveless dress ($59.90).
www.uniqlo.com/sg