Style Advice

pretty-basics

VIEW MORE > Meet Emma & Our Pretty Basics Collection June 2025 Emma started Sisterhood of Style after turning 40, to help women achieve style confidence in midlife. Join us as she talks through our new collection.

Winter Fabrics

VIEW MORE > Winter Fabrics To Keep You Warm This Season May 2025 Learn about the winter fabrics available in Taking Shape’s winter season collections. With wool blends, ponte, bamboo, organic cotton & more. Read more now.

Winter Coat Guide

VIEW MORE > Types of Women’s Winter Coats & How To Wear Them May 2025 Read about the types of winter coats available at Taking Shape this season & how to style them, including statement, reversible, faux fur & puffer. Find out more.

winter-trends

VIEW MORE > Plus Size Winter Trends 2025: Curve Winter Outfits May 2025 Read Emma from Sisterhood of Style’s take on upcoming key winter trends 2025 for curves. We show you the latest new looks with our latest pieces. Read more.

knitwear

VIEW MORE > How To Wear & Style Plus Size Knitwear May 2025 Cosy up in comfort with Taking Shape’s new-season knits and our latest advice on how to style knitwear for plus size. Read more now.

Mother's Day Gift and Outfit Inspiration

VIEW MORE > Mother's Day Gift and Outfit Inspiration April 2025 We have all the styles and surprises to make celebrating this Mother’s Day extra special.

A guide to ponte fabric & how to wear it

VIEW MORE > What Is Ponte Fabric? A Guide To Ponte Clothing April 2025 Ponte fabric is here to stay. Learn about the benefits of ponte & which versatile ponte items, such as pants, you need in your wardrobe.

Sole Curve: Podiatrist Designed Footbed Orthotics

VIEW MORE > Sole Curve: Podiatrist Designed Footbed Orthotics April 2025 Discover Sole Curve: Leather shoes by Taking Shape AU that include a podiatrist designed, orthotic footbed to maximise comfort, support and cushioning. Stylish and comfy!

How to Wear Pants with Style

VIEW MORE > How To Wear and Style Pants Plus Size April 2025 Get the latest style advice on how to wear & style pants as a curvy lady. Read more with Taking Shape.

New Season Autumn / Winter 2025 Plus Size Clothing

VIEW MORE > New Season Autumn / Winter 2025 Plus Size Clothing March 2025 See Taking Shape’s latest looks for the new Autumn/Winter season, including a beautiful world of stylish plus size clothing, accessories, shoes & more. Read more.

Autumn Winter 2025 Plus Size Basic Clothing

VIEW MORE > Autumn Winter 2025 Plus Size Basic Clothing March 2025 Made with feel good fabrics and the latest trends, our new season basics range provides a perfect base to build out your wardrobe.Read more.

Bra Types Guide: Find The Right Bra & Features

VIEW MORE > Bra Types Guide: Find The Right Bra & Features March 2025 Find out about the core features of our range of bras to bring you both comfort & style in this bra type guide. Read more.

How To Wear Denim

VIEW MORE > Plus Size Denim Trends Autumn Winter 2025 March 2025 Find out how to style denim jeans, jackets, dresses and more as a plus size woman and find new season denim styles to rock this autumn/winter. Read more.

Your Favorites

VIEW MORE > Your Favourite Curve Styles This Autumn Winter 2025 March 2025 Your soon-to-be plus size clothing favourites have just dropped at Taking Shape. Find out about the best looks and styles for this season now. Read more.

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VIEW MORE > 40 & Fab: Celebrate Taking Shape's 40th Birthday Jan 2025 Taking Shape turns 40. Join us as we celebrate our brand, style and customers with a series of exciting things through the year. Find out more.

Catalina-Estrada

VIEW MORE > Introducing The Catalina Estrada x Taking Shape Range Jan 2025 Full of fancy flamingos and a kaleidoscope of colour, read more about our new plus size sleepwear & accessories collection using Catalina Estrada’s bespoke print designs. Read more.

Antichafe

VIEW MORE > Avoid Thigh Rub With Plus Size Anti-Chafing Shorts Jan 2025 Start Summer right with these popular anti-chafe shorts. Learn more about the benefits of our wardrobe-staple anti-chafing shorts today. Read more.

Antichafe

VIEW MORE > How to Wear & Style Shorts Plus Size: The Complete Guide Dec 2024 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.

Choosing A Swimsuit For Your Body Type Plus Size

VIEW MORE > Choosing A Swimsuit For Your Body Type Plus Size Dec 2024 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.

Style 10

VIEW MORE > What To Wear This Christmas Plus Size 2024 Dec 2024 Read our plus size guide for what to wear this Christmas. Choose from the perfect plus size styles to from festive parties to Christmas Day. Read more.

Style 10

VIEW MORE > Introducing Size 10: Buy Taking Shape in Sizes 10-30 Nov 2024 Taking Shape has always been an inclusive brand, and to take this further we are launching size 10. This means our size range is now 10-30. Read more.

glitterbug

VIEW MORE > Glitter Bug: Dress for Success Charity Tee November 2024 Let’s raise money for Dress for Success, our ongoing charity partner, so we can transform lives together. Read more about the Glitter Bug Christmas collection today.‌

Spring-Fabric

VIEW MORE > The best feel-good fabrics for Spring 2024 October 2024 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.‌

spring-dressing

VIEW MORE > The Ultimate Style Guide For Spring Dressing SEPTEMBER 2024 Let’s transform your Spring wardrobe. This guide is your go-to resource for creating fresh, new outfit combinations & making the most of your Spring/Summer wardrobe.Read more

Spring Trends

VIEW MORE > Spring Collection Is Here: Curvy Spring Fashion 2024 SEPTEMBER 2024 See the stories behind our latest collections. Launching soon is our fabulous spring collection to celebrate your curves.

Introducing The Hello Kitty x Taking Shape Range

VIEW MORE > Introducing our new Hello Kitty range AUGUST 2024 The limited edition Hello Kitty collection is here to brighten your days and nights. Choose from the cutest adult styles from sleepwear to sweats, tees, sneakers and slippers. You can never have too much Hello Kitty love in your life.

Essential Spring Layering Guide

VIEW MORE > Essential Spring Layering Guide AUGUST 2024 Spring is the perfect time to master outfit layering. Read about our best layering pieces and how to wear them now.Read more.

Mother’s Day Style

VIEW MORE > Sisters Krizia & Olympia Talk Motherhood APRIL 2024 This Mother's Day, we talk to sisters Krizia and Olympia as they talk through the changing tides of sisterhood and motherhood, all whilst staying stylish.

Winnie The Pooh

VIEW MORE > Introducing Winnie The Pooh x Taking Shape April 2024 When it came to sharing our latest special edition collection of Winnie the Pooh we couldn’t resist getting Chantelle in the Taking Shape studio. Read more.

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.

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 August 2023 Read Taking Shape’s interview with Casey Donovan on the release of new look collection, The Edit, by Taking Shape. Find out 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.

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.

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.

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.

Spring-Trends

VIEW MORE > Spring Wardrobe Sorted August 2022 Everything you need to know, from trends to‌ fabrics and top to toe style is here.

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.

How To Wear Denim

VIEW MORE > The Taking Shape Guide on How to Wear & Style Denim April 2022 If you think you can’t do denim, think again. Our plus size jeans come in all shapes and sizes with lots of stretch for added comfort. Read more.

Sustainable Jewellery

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.

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.

Holiday Wear

VIEW MORE > Curve Travel Style & Outfits: What to Wear on Holiday June 2021 The right travel wardrobe makes all the difference to your holiday. We’ve put together essential pieces for your trip. Read more.

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

How To Wear Denim

VIEW MORE > The Taking Shape Guide on How to Wear & Style Denim April 2021 If you think you can’t do denim, think again. Our plus size jeans come in all shapes and sizes with lots of stretch for added comfort. 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.