1. A white crew neck t-shirt. Why is it so difficult to find a well-made, crisp white t-shirt that is not a scoop neck? The same t-shirt that is available in a size M in a crew neck is available in a size 2X as a scoop neck. What is that all about? Retailers take note – we want quality basics and this tops my list.
2. Clothing that is not more expensive because it’s a larger size. I notice this everywhere and even had Target tell me that they price their larger sizes higher because they use more materials. In that case, shouldn’t a medium cost more than a small, a large more than a medium, a 2X more than a 1X? You get my drift. Something to think about
3. Knee high boots in a variety of heel heights that will fit my calves. And not cheap, plastic boots that some smaller boutiques feature. I want a quality boot that I can purchase when I walk into Macy’s or Bloomies. If I love them, I’ll buy them.
4. Pretty panties. Seriously. Most department stores have a great selection of undergarments, but the pretty ones stop much smaller than I wear. I love basic white cotton – but some lace and silk is nice too!
5. Boutiques that carry my size in store, not just on-line. If you don’t want me in your stores, you will not get my money. That’s pretty simple. Also, the few times I have purchased something such as a handbag or pair of shoes at stores like Banana Republic, the sales associate asks if I’d like to open their charge card. My standard response is to smile and politely reply, “I would love to when you carry clothing in my size.” They look at me like I’ve just spit in their coffee. It’s simple…carry clothing in my size in your store.
6. Retailers and designers who realize that large size does not equal dowdy. Also – we don’t all want beaded and appliquéd anything. Seriously, do I look like I want to wear a Christmas sweatshirt? Being large doesn’t equate to being old or wanting to dress like my grandmother.
7. Department stores that include clothing in my size in their windows. I shop there too!
8. A woman’s clothing department that isn’t hidden away in the dark recesses of larger stores. How about a women’s department that is front and center, that is staffed with knowledgeable and helpful sales associates, and that has great music, comfortable dressing rooms, and stylish displays. How about a department store that has roundtable discussions with their plus size customers to see what WE want to wear?
9. Target to stop making the woman’s plus size department overflow for every other clothing sale rack and maternity. It feels like a dumping ground and seriously, is not a nice place to shop. It would also be nice if Target worked with a known designer to have a great line in women’s plus sizes. You do it all the time with misses’ sizes. Isn’t it our turn yet?
10. Respect, choice, style.
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