Fashion Week

All The Best Plus-Size Runway Looks From Fashion Month

From Paris to London to New York.

by Allie Fasanella
Paloma Elsesser walks the runway during the Michael Kors Collection Spring/Summer 2023 Runway Show
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While the body diversity of fashion month was disappointing to say the least, designers like Tommy Hilfiger and Christian Siriano sent plus-size models, with bodies reminiscent of my own, down the runway. See those and more stunning looks ahead.

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At Paris Fashion Week, Ester Manas was praised for its ‘Sunset Body’ collection, which showed an array of models that weren’t straight-sized. This chic knit look, specifically, was a whole moment.
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As was this pretty purple dress serving up thighs for days. Ester Manas really knew what they were doing.
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Meanwhile, Balmain tapped Ashley Graham to strut her stuff in this eye-catching Renaissance art-inspired design. As usual, she nailed it.
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Precious Lee also hit the runway at Balmain in this dramatic corseted look, which was topped with a wide-brim hat that shielded her eyes from view.
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This yellow biker-chic ‘fit made its way down the catwalk at the GCDS show during Milan Fashion Week, proving that the motocross look is here to stay.
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At Versace, Precious Lee stunned in this sultry, black one-piece and a pair of chunky platforms. She carried a contrasting white bag for added drama.
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London-based model on the rise James Corbin walked in a whimsical ensemble at the S.S. Daley show during London Fashion Week.
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This playful shirt styled with baggy trousers and round specs also caught my eye at S.S. Daley.
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Paloma Elsesser looked glamorous as ever, stomping the runway in this high-octane ‘fit at Nensi Dojaka’s LFW show.
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I need this fabulous Tommy Hilfiger coat, seen at New York Fashion Week. (OK, and the loafers, too).
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Precious Lee showed off a blue, logo-printed jumpsuit and matching boots at Tommy Hilfiger, plus black leather gloves and a whip.
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Elsesser also donned a cozy, striped sweater dress, logo-stamped tights, and platform pumps at the Tommy Hilfiger show.
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Meanwhile, this model wore a chic, varsity-inspired jacket with a matching scarf, toting a coordinating weekend bag.
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Candice Huffine hit the catwalk in this show-stopping gown and evening gloves at Christian Siriano’s New York Fashion Week show.
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This shimmery seafoam gown at Collina Strada was simply unforgettable.
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The Vogue World show featured several undeniably chic plus-size looks, including this bold sheer number, which boasted a ruched design.
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In another fabulous moment from New York Fashion Week, Fe Noel showed a satin corset featuring detached sleeves and a matching maxi skirt.
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Selkie debuted a number of chic plus-size looks, but this Cottagecore-esque ensemble has to be my favorite of them all.
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LaQuan Smith showcased his elevated take on the little black dress, accessorized with dramatic jewelry.
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Meanwhile, Dur Doux gave us this head-turning burnt orange look, accented with emerald green accessories.
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This elegant, form-fitting dress was modeled to perfection at the Markarian show.

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