Popular handbag designer Brandon Blackwood has expanded into apparel that ranges from XS to 3X. Here are the pieces that worked — and didn't — on a US size 20.
All linked products are independently selected by our editors. If you purchase any of these products, we may earn a commission., the founder-creative director's first foray into ready-to-wear. He didn’t just dip a toe in the proverbial waters with a small capsule collection, either: This inaugural line has 77 pieces.“I’ve always wanted to do clothing,” Blackwood tells Refinery29. “Our custom looks really sparked the idea, as we were making these amazing red carpet gowns for some of my idols.
I selected the ribbed side-zip maxi dress in 3XL first, assuming, per the size chart, that it would be the best fit. I was pleasantly surprised to find that the cut of the dress was generous, and the 3XL too big. I sized down to the 2XL, and it was perfect: form-fitting without being overly tight, with the substantial rib knit feeling supportive but not restricting.
Once I knew the 2XL worked best on me in the dress, I tried this mermaid-esque maxi skirt and cropped cami top in the same size. Both fit wonderfully, which I would not have expected from the conversions on the size chart, even the updated version . I love the ruching detail on the front and how it can be worn both high- and low-waisted. I tried the same skirt in pink, too, and found the fabric to be consistent in weight and fit across colors .
The cropped hoodie was another surprise hit: Even though I knew the ribbed knit fit me well, the other pieces I tried were a more bodycon silhouette, so I didn’t know if I’d get the desired baggy fit in the 2XL. But I was impressed — the fit was exactly as hoped, with both the bodice and sleeves proportioned correctly for my figure.
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