Anthropologie and Universal Standard Collaborate on Size-Inclusive Collection

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It's often a challenge to find takes on spring's biggest fashion trends in every size, at every store. More often than not, plus-sizes (defined roughly as a US14 and up) are sequestered to separate boutiques, sold online-only, or not carried at all. This is all despite the average American woman wearing a size 18, and 68% of women wearing a size 14 or above. But this spring, fashion's most size-inclusive brand, Universal Standard, is collaborating with Anthropologie on a solution—at least for the current season.

13 of Universal Standard's best-selling pieces are now available at Anthropologie, with an emphasis on plus-sizes (14–24) and rising spring trends. Nuuly, Anthropologie's sister rental service, will also offer select pieces in sizes 00–24 and denim in sizes 00–40.

a model wears a dress from anthropologie and universal standard's collaboration — Anthropologie and Universal Standard collaborated on a 13-piece spring capsule putting plus sizes first.

Universal Standard Plus Amber Sleeveless Slip Midi Dress

Universal Standard Plus Lou High-Rise Barrel-Leg Jeans

The collection grafts vibrant prints and patterns Anthropologie is known for on to Universal Standard's curve-friendly sizing. (Each item was first designed for a US18—a medium in Universal Standard's size system.) Trends with runway and street style approval, from barrel-leg jeans to oversize button-up shirts and bias-cut dresses, are all present and accounted for.

a model wearing a look from the Anthropologie x Universal Standard spring collection — The line includes oversize shirts, breezy dresses, and a few trending denim silhouettes.

Universal Standard Plus Buttondown Shirt

Universal Standard Plus Charlie High-Rise Wide-Leg Jeans

At a time when many retailers are scaling back their plus-size and size-inclusive offerings, a team-up between Universal Standard and Anthropologie is a refreshing antidote to the status quo. The latter brand is also a known champion for inclusive shopping: Last year, Anthropologie launched its debut adaptive line for women with disabilities.

While the collection is a spring capsule, one has to hope it becomes a sign of a permanent investment in an all-are-welcome shopping philosophy.

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Universal Standard Plus Islet Button-Front Linen Blend Midi Dress

Universal Standard Plus Cotton Poplin V-Neck Blouse

Universal Standard Plus Linen Blend Striped Midi Dress

Universal Standard Plus Ambroeus Short-Sleeve Smocked Poplin Midi Dress

Universal Standard Plus Bae Boyfriend Crop Jeans

Universal Standard Plus Promenade Linen Blend Wide-Leg Jumpsuit

Universal Standard Plus Sleeveless Mesh Midi Dress

Universal Standard Plus Cotton Poplin Midi Shirtdress

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Halie LeSavage is the senior fashion news editor at Marie Claire, leading coverage of runway trends, emerging brands, style-meets-culture analysis, and celebrity style (especially Taylor Swift's). Her reporting ranges from profiles of beloved stylists, to exclusive red carpet interviews in her column, The Close-Up, to The A-List Edit, a newsletter where she tests celeb-approved trends IRL.

Halie has reported on style for eight years. Previously, she held fashion editor roles at Glamour, Morning Brew, and Harper’s Bazaar. She has been cited as a fashion expert in The Cut, CNN, Puck, Reuters, and more. In 2022, she earned the Hearst Spotlight Award for excellence in journalism. She holds a bachelor’s degree in English from Harvard College. For more, check out her Substack, Reliable Narrator.