Style Advice

Meet Haus Of Jools In Our Exclusive Interview
VIEW MORE > Meet Haus Of Jools In Our Exclusive Interview March 2024 Jools is here to show what her beautiful world of curve fashion looks like along with some essential Taking Shape styles from our latest collections. Read more.
Autumn/Winter Fashion Trends 2023: The Curve Guide
VIEW MORE > Chantelle @FatMumSlim Presents New Curve Winter Looks February 2024 Read Chantelle’s summary of your new favourite curve fashion winter staples from our new Cosmic Dusk Winter Collection. Read more.
Autumn/Winter Fashion Trends 2023: The Curve Guide
VIEW MORE > Curve Fashion Trends This New Season: Autumn/Winter 2024 February 2024 Welcome to the new season where we step into Your Beautiful World of Autumn/Winter Trends. Learn more about curve winter trends. Read more.
How To Wear Denim
VIEW MORE > Your Autumn Winter 2024 Curve Denim Style Guide February 2024 Find your perfect fit in new season curve denim and style advice to craft your perfect autumn denim look this season.Read more
Bra Types Guide
VIEW MORE > Find The Right Curve Bra For You This Autumn/Winter 2024 February 2024 Feel fab in our confidence-boosting lingerie. We’ve designed a bras & briefs for every shape in a range of comfort-first styles. Read more.
Basic Clothing & Everyday Wear Guide
VIEW MORE > The Essential Autumn/ Winter Basics You Need This Season February 2024 These wardrobe staples can be worn alone for a casual look, or you can mix & match with statement pieces for more oomph. Read more.
The Taking Shape Disney Range Has Arrived!
VIEW MORE > Introducing The Casey Donovan Eventwear Range December 2023 Taking Shape are launching an exclusive collection of ballgowns & party outfits in collaboration with Casey Donovan! Learn more about the range here.
The Taking Shape Disney Range Has Arrived!
VIEW MORE > The Taking Shape Disney Range Has Arrived! November 2023 Everybody loves Disney! We’re bringing you fab curve fashion styles featuring Mickey & Minnie Mouse. Learn more about the range.
Casey Donovan Interview On Curve Fashion Trends
VIEW MORE > Casey Donovan Interview On Curve Fashion Trends October 2023 Read Taking Shape’s interview with Casey Donovan on the release of new look collection, The Edit, by Taking Shape. Find out more.
Spring-Fabric
VIEW MORE > The best feel-good fabrics for Spring 2023 October 2023 Choose from linens, organic cotton and bamboo, not only are these fabrics great for Spring they also offer sustainable style so you can shop with a conscience.‌
Choosing A Swimsuit For Your Body Type Plus Size
VIEW MORE > Choosing A Swimsuit For Your Body Type Plus Size October 2023 Unsure of the best plus size swimming costume? Taking Shape is here to help choose a swimsuit for your body type & understand the fits & style for you. Read more.
races-outfit-inspo
VIEW MORE > Plus Size Spring Races Outfits Inspiration 2023 October 2023 Time to dig out your fascinator & favourite spring races outfit - spring races are approaching fast! Read our spring style advice & top curve style picks. Read more.
mix-and-match
VIEW MORE > Curvy Cartel’s Advice on Capsule Wardrobe Dressing September 2023 Make the most of mix & match styles in Taking Shape’s latest capsule collection. Style icon Curvy Cartel gives us tips & tricks on capsule dressing. Read more.
New Season Denim
VIEW MORE > Australian grown Good Earth Cotton® x Taking Shape August 2023 We are proudly partnering with Good Earth Cotton® with the power of FibreTrace®, to bring you some seriously sustainable fashion. Learn more.
Spring-Trends
VIEW MORE > Spring Collection Is Here: Curvy Spring Fashion 2023 August 2023 See the stories behind our latest collections. Launching soon is our fabulous spring collection to celebrate your curves. Read more today.
Taking Shape is proud to partner with Sesame Street on a range of licensed sleepwear including nighties, pyjamas and socks. Find out more about the collection now.
VIEW MORE > Our New Sesame Street Sleepwear Collection August 2023 Taking Shape is proud to partner with Sesame Street with a range of licensed sleepwear, including nighties, pyjamas, and socks. Find out more.
CURVE FASHION IDEAS FOR A CRUISE HOLIDAY
VIEW MORE > Curve Fashion Ideas for a Cruise Holiday June 2023 Get set to rock the seas in high style with our holiday packing and outfit ideas. Read more for travel style advice.
Curvy Cartel
VIEW MORE > Taking Shape Interview Curvy Cartel for Top Style Tips March 2023 Meet style icon Curvy Cartel as she joins Taking Shape to share her top fashion tips and launch a new season of fabulous. ‌Read more now.
Taking Shape Interview with Fat Mum Slim
VIEW MORE > Taking Shape Interview with Fat Mum Slim MAY 2023 Meet style icon Fat Mum Slim as she joins Taking Shape to share her top fashion tips and launch a new season of fabulous. ‌Read more now.
Mother’s Day Style
VIEW MORE > Mother’s Day Style for all ages with Taking Shape MAY 2023 Follow our plus size Mother’s Day outfit guide featuring our gorgeous Taking Shape team members and families, for style inspo. Read more.
Introducing our second collection with acclaimed First Nations artist Elverina Johnson
VIEW MORE > Our Must-Have Curve Clothing: The Favourite Pieces Chosen by You! April 2023 Find out which styles are our favourites as voiced by our real customers. These must-have curve fashion pieces are not to be missed. Read more.
Introducing our second collection with acclaimed First Nations artist Elverina Johnson
VIEW MORE > Introducing our second collection with First Nations artist Elverina Johnson April 2023 Learn about the “Ngawayu Buluru” Turtle & Reef Story collection with Elverina Johnson. Fab curve fashion pieces with Elverina’s print. Read more.
Sparkle Season
VIEW MORE > Curve Christmas Dressing: What to Wear this Christmas Nov 2022 Read our plus size guide for what to wear this Christmas. Choose from the perfect plus size styles from festive parties to Christmas Day.
Body Positivity
VIEW MORE > Fiona Faulkner Interview on Style & Body Positivity Nov 2022 Whatever your shape, size, age or style, we want you to feel fab. Read our interview with Fiona Faulkner now.
Your Plus Size Dress Guide
VIEW MORE > Complete Guide to Styling Dresses for Every Occasion September 2022 There’s a dress for everything, and we can help you pick it. Read more about our style advice for dresses for every event.
Holiday Wear
VIEW MORE > Curve Travel Style & Outfits: What to Wear on Holiday Aug 2022 The right travel wardrobe makes all the difference to your holiday. We’ve put together essential pieces for your trip. Read more.‌
Winter Coat Guide
VIEW MORE > Types of Curve Winter Coats & How to Style Them July 2022 Choosing a winter coat is a big decision. It is often the centrepiece of the season, whilst needing to be warm and practical. Read our guide now.
A guide to ponte fabric & how to wear it
VIEW MORE > A Guide To Ponte Fabric & How To Wear It May 2022 Ponte is a soft, stretchy, knitted fabric that holds its shape, travels well, doesn’t fade, rarely wrinkles and is super comfy.
Elverina Johnson’s Indigenous Prints Launch With Taking Shape
VIEW MORE > Elverina Johnson’s Indigenous Prints Launch With Taking Shape April 2022 Read more about Taking Shape’s first indigenous design partnership with artist Elverina Johnson, including the stories behind the prints. Find out more.
Antichafe
VIEW MORE > How to Wear & Style Shorts Plus Size: The Complete Guide Oct 2021 Not sure how to style your shorts? We have all the tips you need to feel fab & curvy whilst wearing shorts of all styles, lengths and shapes.
Antichafe
VIEW MORE > Anti-Chafe: How to Prevent Thigh-Chafe Oct 2021 Stop thigh chafe with our secret weapon. Anti-chafe shorts are here to prevent thigh rubbing and irritation all year around. Read more.
Sustainable Jewellery
VIEW MORE > Our Ethical & Sustainable Jewellery Stories Oct 2021 We’re proud to elevate women and support communities. Learn about how we’re doing this through our ethical and sustainable jewellery.
First Nations
VIEW MORE > Indigenous Designs by Elverina Johnson at Taking Shape Oct 2021 We are so proud to have launched an exclusive collaboration featuring indigenous designs by Elverina Johnson. Read more.
take-me-to-tropez
VIEW MORE > Behind the Seams: Meet the Designers at Taking Shape Aug 2021  Meet Suzanne the designer behind our latest collection. Learn what inspires her and how she approaches our unique designs. 
How to Wear Pants with Style
VIEW MORE > How to Wear Pants with Style: A Complete Guide Aug 2021 With so many pant styles on offer we thought it would be helpful to take you through some of our favourite plus size styles and show you how to wear the pants.
Heritage
VIEW MORE > Heritage Collection: The Taking Shape Brand Story July 2021 Taking Shape is the plus size fashion label that’s been leading the way in women’s curve fashion for over 35 years. Learn more about our brand.
Winter Fabrics
VIEW MORE > Cosy Winter Fabrics to Keep you Warm This Season May 2021 Want to know what you’re wrapping yourself in this winter to stay warm? Our guide to winter fabrics is your first place to look. Read more
The Perfect Bra Fit
VIEW MORE > Curve Bra Fitting Guide: Find Your Perfect Bra Fit March 2021 Find your perfect bra fit with our easy-to-follow bra fitting guide, including advice on measurement, cup size and common mistakes. Read more.
Lingerie Bra Care
VIEW MORE > How to Care for your Bras: A Complete Everyday Guide Mar 2020 They're not called 'delicates' for nothing! Just like your most treasured, clothing, lingerie needs a little TLC. Read more.