HOW TO SHOP ABERCROMBIE AS A SIZE 18/20/2X
Abercrombie is a brand I didn't think would fit me or work for my body type. Never in a million years did I think I'd be able to wear the brand Abercrombie & Fitch — but if you're a size 18/20/2X - don't sleep on this! It turns out I just had to figure out how/what to shop, which you will find in this blog, my shopping tips + guide. They shockingly make some of the highest quality, best fitting pieces I've seen. Therefore, I have pulled together the plus-size-approved pieces you've got to try! Trust me… these add-to-carts look perfect for fall!
ABERCROMBIE SHOPPING TIP: size up in jeans, sometimes 2, but in tops and dresses, you may need to size down! + For reference + reminder, I am 5’8, wear a 42DD in bras, typically a standard 18W but sometimes a 20W, usually a 2X, naturally high-waisted, and have an apron belly.
MY ABERCROMBIE SHOPPING GUIDE AS AN 18/20/2X GIRL:
1. What I *always* shop for at Abercrombie:
Coats, Jeans, Vegan Leather Pants, Neutral Low Heels, Sweatshirts
2. What I Will Try - but doesn't always work:
Dresses, Tops
3. SIZING RECS:
Generally speaking, I size up 2 in the pants. I get the 36 in curve love and that's equal to a 22. However, I can wear an XL and XXL for dresses and tops unless they're form-fitting garments.
ABERCROMBIE STYLED LOOKS
LOOK ONE:
DRESS (XXL) | BAG | SHOE
I love some Abercrombie dresses, and here's how this one worked on my plus size 18/20 body! This red off-the-shoulder, omg! It's generous, though. I could definitely do the XL, but I am in the XXL. This dress could be a great resort vacation, wedding guest dress idea, or date night look. The red pop of color is super on trend right now and will be this fall!
LOOK TWO:
HOODIE (XXXL) | JOGGERS (XXL) | TANK (XXL)
If you have yet to try Abercrombie's loungewear, I highly recommend it! These hoodies are my all-time favorite. I always get them in tall, and these are the XXXL! I love wearing them with leggings or bike shorts! Then I tried out these YPB joggers and am in love- perfect for travel or everyday lounging around the house and wearing XXL, true to size! I also tried one of their sculpted tank tops; I have it on in the second pic because it is fantastic. It's a super supportive crop top bra, so it's perfect for under-hoodies or sweaters that all fall long! Wear XXL in the tank as well.
LOOK THREE:
TROUSER (36) | VEST (XL) | BLAZER (XXL)
Workwear Abercrombie-inspired look on my plus size 18/20/2X body! I'm obsessed with these trousers, and they fit amazingly! Size up two if you have a belly. I'm in the 36(22)! This sweater vest is an XL, and it fits like a glove! This blazer is beautiful and has stretch! It's the XXL and, honestly, a perfect fit!
LOOK FOUR:
DRESS (XXL)
How cute is this polka dot moment!?!?! I'm wearing an XXL. It does run a little big on me, and I'm wondering if the XL would be better for me in the chest area! This one has a skort, which is a score. I totally see myself wearing this for fall with a cardigan and little booties!
LOOK FIVE:
JEANS (36) | VEST (XXL)
TREND ALERT! Vests and tailored pieces are going to be all the rage this fall, and here is how I styled them on my plus-size body. These two Abercrombie pieces are great quality and very versatile, making them perfect additions to your wardrobe. Elevated basics, you could say! I'm in love with these high-rise flares. Size up two. I'm in the 36(22), and this button-up vest top is just so cool! It fits great in the XXL.
I hope you enjoyed these Abercrombie-styled looks and, even more so, learned how you can wear/shop Abercrombie with a plus-size body. The quality of their pieces and styles is amazing for building your closet with must-have staples, fun statement looks, and classic everyday basics. I can't wait to keep styling these pieces and finding more Abercrombie finds!
For more looks and pieces, check out my recent Abercrombie Haul below!
