And even certain brands that sell “plus-size” jeans cut corners by working from the same patterns used for their straight sizes, with (often thin) designers not designing for curves ...

Plus, they’re completely invisible under clothing, even bodycon dresses ... so you may want to size up if you’re pear-shaped or carry most of your weight around the hips and thighs.

Universal Standard's designs are meant to be classic and timeless, so you can wear them for years to come" The retailer is also featured in our guide to the best plus-size clothing brands for its ...