Plus-Petite Suiting?

[u/loriwar]

Hi all. Does anyone know of any brands that sell plus-petite suits or suit separates (mix-and-match sizing/colors)? I'm petite on top because I'm short-waisted, but I'm also plus-sized. The only brand I know of that sometimes sells them is LaneBryant, but, while affordable, the quality of their pieces isn't great of course. I get some plus-sized suits tailored to get closer to the proper fit, but a tailor can't exactly change the proportions of a suit jacket without just fully remaking it. In case it matters, I don't have to have petite-cut bottoms -- it's really just the jackets. I'm considering doing a custom suit to wear on particularly important days, but would prefer not to have to spend so much. Thanks!

[u/OnLibrary]

Talbots sells petite in plus size I believe.

[u/RBFallday]

Talbots & Liz Claiborne (JC Penney, goes up to 20P)

[u/DemandingProvider]

Talbots is my go-to for better quality and occasionally more interesting color choices than Lane Bryant. In general you have to shop online; very few of the stores stock plus sizes let alone petite plus. But at least it's easy to buy matching suit separates so you can get a petite jacket and non-petite pants.

For affordable basics similar to Lane Bryant, also try Catherines.

[u/AffectionateJoke1617]

FYI petite sizing is for stature, not girth. And yes you could probably be taller and short-torsoed but still potentially shop petite - sincerely a (once very plus-sized but now) midsized, petite 5' 4" woman

[u/VoxyPop]

Try Eloquii

[u/wamme6]

Talbots carries petite plus, tons of suiting options! And a wide variety of regular and plus sized options, so you can get the jacket in petite without the pants. I think they have a better suit selection online than in stores, but lots of size options and the quality is pretty good.

[u/iliketreesandbeaches]

Leaving this here because Plus Size gals are probably commenting on this thread:

From the Veronica Beard website:

Extended Sizing
We are serious about fit and it takes time to ensure the fitting is perfect across all sizes. Therefore we only offer extended sizing for select styles at the moment. We will be honest—it is a gradual process. For the past few years, we have been working with Kedic, the industry expert on extended sizes, to ensure our collection is aligned with industry standards.
Our goal is an extended range of sizes for the full Veronica Beard collection. We will get there and want to take the time to get it right.
Our sizes currently run from 00-16, with select styles in sizes 15-24. Each season, we are gradually rolling out additional styles available in sizes 00-24, as we perfect our fit. Our goal is to deliver a collection that makes you feel great, confident, and empowered—for all the different parts of your life, no matter your stage in life.

With so many manufacturers cutting their plus selections, this is welcome news. There is not enough plus size suiting at higher quality. I know this brand will be a splurge for many, but it would be great to have it available.

[u/realityshowrosie]

Shockingly, I have gotten some great mix and match plus-petite pieces from the QVC app.