There is nothing more annoying than having to shop at obscure stores that you have never tried or heard of because traditional active-wear stores either don’t carry your sizes or if they do, they’re of terrible quality and not worth the price. Instead of wasting your money at those big-named clothing stores, check out this carefully curated list that we have put together with some of the best size-inclusive and plus-size active-wear brands for basics, bras, and even swimwear. You can also check out our list of 10 Female-Owned Activewear and 10 Black-Owned Activewear brands too!
Nola by Addition Elle/Penningtons
Recently, as an attempt to revamp the brand, both Addition Elle and Penningtons joined forces to spread their message about inclusion of all body types and sizes. The Canadian-based company run by President Johnathan Fitzgerald aims to create a shopping experience that draws people in and makes them feel included. The company’s aim is to highlight the customer’s personality and to encourage them to challenge society’s standards about what kinds of clothes plus size women are and are not allowed to wear.
The brand has inclusive normal and active-wear lines that range from a small to a 4X. From tops and bottoms to jackets and bras, you won’t be disappointed by their selection.
GAME by Universal Standard
Built from the ground up, co-founders Polina Veksler and Alex Waldman created Universal Standards with the mission behind the brand being to create an atmosphere that is not only inclusive but is also no nonsense. Both Veksler and Waldman found a huge gap in the market for “plus-sized”, especially when 67% of women in the U.S. are a size 14 and up. So, both left their jobs to dedicate themselves, fulltime, to this endeavor. And even when people tore them down, they pushed through because they wanted to be the change that they wanted to see in the industry.
So, they created multiple collections that are anywhere from a size 00 to a size 40. Creating an atmosphere of sophistication and uniform style that places women’s inclusion at the forefront of their brand. With collections ranging from basics to active-wear, this company keeps all sizes and body types at mind when trying to figure out the perfect way to manufacture their clothing.
Skirt Sports
A female-owned business that creates active-wear for all sizes is a company that should be trusted! Founded by Nicole DeBoom, Skirt Sports was a brand that for her meant inclusion and inspiration. DeBoom grew up as a very active child, even qualifying for the Olympic Trials for swimming. And although she didn’t make the Olympic Team that year, she was a very sought out athlete for colleges and eventually chose Yale. After graduating, she wanted to continue her career but also blend her love for sports and all activities. So, she created Skirt Sports. Which started off as a simple running skirt and has now expanded to include a full line of all kinds of active-wear that comes in all shapes and sizes.
With sizes ranging from size 00 to size 22, Skirt Sports, known for their running skirts, uses an extremely lightweight material that creates a sense of weightlessness and doesn’t hinder one’s movements while running.
Lola Getts
After finding a void in the industry when looking for plus-sized clothing, founder Stacey Goldstein, wanted to create a line of active-wear that inspired women of all body types and shapes to feel empowered and comfortable going to the gym. Having had experience with the garment business, through her grandparents, Goldstein quickly began her journey. Utilizing her grandparent’s influence in the garment industry, she was able to advertise and build a community of women that wanted to pursue a healthier lifestyle while still looking good.
Offering a range of sizes from a size 10 to a size 28, Lola Getts aims to produce quality clothing that doesn’t chafe after a few uses and pieces that last a long time.
Shefit
You might have seen sponsored posts on your social media for this company, and for a good reason too. Shefit is a company that makes adjustable sports bras for larger busted women that need the extra support. Co-founded by Sarah Moylan and her husband, the brand aims to produce sports bras that range from sizes 28A to a 50F. These bras come in various different types, some that are regular and others that have zippers for easy wear. All the bras come with adjustable straps to help provide a better more supportive lift and create the most comfortable workout experience for the wearer.
Juno Active
With a glance around her aerobics class, previous instructor, Anne Kelly, acknowledged a lack of plus- size workout clothes built with technical fabrics. She took it upon herself to fill this gap in the market, and create a company with a variety of high tech, stylish, plus- size workout clothing. Juno Active provides a wide auray of products, ranging from outerwear to swimwear, and everything in between.
Aiming to create maximum comfort, Juno Active utilizes innovative designs to reduce chafing, enhance bust support and manage heat. All designs are developed with measurements and fittings from real plus- sized women, and offer a range of sizes from XL- 6XL.
DAY/WON
After completing a marathon in 2016, Candice Huffine, popular plus- sized model, acknowledged the lack of high performance activewear available for women over a size 10. Truly dedicated to empowering women and creating 100% inclusivity, Huffine created DAY/ WON, the first fully size inclusive activewear company in the U.S.. The company sells every item in sizes ranging from 0- 32, and values the concept that every day that makes you feel like your best self is a “day won.”
Not only does DAY/WON aim to make you feel like your best self, but does the same for the planet. All products are sustainably made in the U.S., using recycled materials, and manufactured on demand to reduce waste.
Active Truth
After having children, founders Stevie and Nadia happened to move into the same town and become neighbors. They built their new friendship by working together towards returning to exercise post giving birth. Their frustration with the inability to find comfortable, fitted activewear for their changing bodies inspired the creation of Active Truth. They began the company by selling tights out of a plastic tub in their living room while working full- time jobs.
The company quickly expanded to warehouse production and online distribution internationally. They have remained committed to celebrating women, regardless of their size, shape, or stage in life.
Superfit Hero
Micki Krimmel founded Superfit Hero in 2015, inspired by her experience playing roller derby. Through sport, she found a deep non-judgemental connection to her body that created space for a new sense of self-possession and confidence. It was a transformative experience for her and inspired her to dive headfirst into the Body Positivity movement. The more she learned about Health At Every Size (HAES) and diet culture, the angrier she became about traditional fitness marketing. She created Superfit Hero to exist as an alternative – a fitness brand that celebrates bodies as they are, not as they “should” be.
POP Fit
Living in LA in her 20’s, Ashley ‘Gia’ Schendel experienced the struggle of finding the right clothes for her. She set out to create POP Fit, a lifestyle brand geared towards fitting a variety of bodies and heights. The company is dedicated to creating pants to live in comfortably without worry or restraint. Their clothing is designed with both functionality and design in mind, known for each pair of leggings containing deep, durable pockets.
Each pair of leggings are made with four- way stretch, poly- spandex fabric which accommodates inseams between 30” and 36”. All products are sold in a range of sizes from XXS to 4XL.
