Hey girl, it‘s your resident curvy fashionista here! If you‘re anything like me, finding trendy clothes that fit my body (and budget) is a constant struggle. It seems like most brands think style stops at a size 10 – but I‘m here to tell you that‘s just not true. Every body is beautiful and deserves access to fashion that makes them feel amazing. That‘s where Belle Wholesale comes in!
I first discovered Belle Wholesale while falling down an Instagram rabbit hole, as one does. I was blown away by the colorful feed filled with stunning models of all shapes and sizes rocking the cutest outfits. "Could this be? Affordable, fashionable clothes for every body?" I thought to myself. I had to investigate further.
Spoiler alert: After placing a (rather large 🙈) order and wearing Belle Wholesale pieces nonstop for a month, I can confirm this brand is the real deal! Stick with me as I share all the deets on sizing, quality, customer reviews, and my new favorite pieces. Trust me girl, you‘re going to want to bookmark this one!
What is Belle Wholesale?
Launched in 2015, Belle Wholesale is an online fashion retailer on a mission to celebrate all bodies with trend-forward, affordable styles. While most brands cater to a very narrow (read: thin) definition of beauty, Belle Wholesale offers all their cute clothes in sizes XS-5X – because they believe style shouldn‘t be limited by size. Slow claps all around! 👏👏👏
In addition to serving customers directly, they also offer a wholesale program for boutiques and retailers looking to stock up on inclusive styles. With new pieces added weekly and most items under $30, Belle Wholesale has been quietly expanding access to fashion for women everywhere.
"We started Belle Wholesale because we were tired of the lack of options for curvier women," co-founder Anna Lee shares with me over email. "It‘s frustrating to fall in love with a dress online, only to find it stops at a size 12. We want our customers to know they don‘t have to squeeze into too-small clothes or hide their bodies anymore. Every piece is designed with curves in mind."
As a size 16/18 myself, I can‘t tell you how refreshing it is to browse a site and know everything will actually fit me. No more sifting through endless pages of straight-size clothes or scrolling to the verrry bottom for the limited "plus size" section. On Belle Wholesale, I‘m the target customer and it feels damn good.
My Belle Wholesale Shopping Experience
Okay, now for the good stuff – my Belle Wholesale haul! With pages and pages of drool-worthy designs, narrowing down my choices was not easy (but so fun). Since my first order, I‘ve basically become a walking Belle Wholesale catalog – and I‘m not even a little mad about it.
Some stats on my orders:
- Items ordered: 22 and counting 🙃
- Average price per item: $24
- Size range: 1X-2X
Here are a few of my all-time faves:
The Perfect Summer Dress
Y‘all, I am LIVING for the Belle Wholesale Button Up Polka Dot Maxi Dress! The cheery red and white print is giving total retro vibes and the buttons all the way down make it SO easy to put on (no wrestling required). Also pockets!!! I‘ve been styling it with white sneakers and a denim jacket for an easy weekend look – just add mimosas. 🍾
Promising review: "This dress is a showstopper! The polka dot print is even more vibrant in person. It runs true to the size chart and the fabric has a nice weight to it. Wore it to a picnic and got so many compliments!" – Kendra R.
Not Your Basic Leggings
Like any good millennial, I‘ve tried my fair share of leggings (and been personally victimized by a few 😒). But these High Waist Moto Leggings are next-level comfortable AND cute. The moto stitching adds a little something extra to your basic black legging. I love pairing them with an oversized sweater and boots for the perfect cozy-but-make-it-fashion look.
Promising review: "I can‘t stop wearing these leggings! They‘re thick enough to be totally opaque but not too hot. The high waist is super flattering and doesn‘t cut in at all. Gonna need them in every color now!" – Tiara P.
The Stretchiest Skinny Jeans
If you‘re a plus size babe, you know the struggle of finding jeans that are actually comfortable. These Distressed Stretch Skinny Jeans are a revelation! They‘re super stretchy and hug your curves without suffocating you. I‘ve been living in them on weekends with a graphic tee and sneakers. Prepare for a new denim addiction!
Promising review: "Okay these might be the most comfortable jeans I‘ve ever put on my body?? The fit is perfection – fitted through the legs and butt without being too tight in the waist. The distressing is super cute too. Just ordered my second pair!" – Lauren M.
Belle Wholesale Customer Reviews
Don‘t just take it from me though – Belle Wholesale has racked up over 23,000 reviews on Sitejabber with an impressive 4.5 star average rating! Customers rave about the huge selection, low prices, and quality that exceeds expectations. Several reviewers even call it their new "go-to" for trendy pieces.
On Trustpilot, Belle Wholesale averages a solid 3.5 out of 5 stars across over 2,700 reviews. The biggest complaint appears to be long shipping times – totally valid, but not surprising for an international retailer. Belle Wholesale is upfront that delivery may take up to 30 days and will refund any orders that don‘t arrive in the stated window.
"I am blown away by this company!" raves one 5-star Trustpilot review. "The clothes are amazing quality, especially for the price point. Shipping did take a while but it was SO worth the wait. I‘ll definitely be ordering again!" – Amara K.
The Data on Size Inclusivity
Still not convinced Belle Wholesale is breaking down barriers? Let‘s look at some cold hard facts:
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The average American woman wears a size 16-18, but most retailers only carry up to a size 12 in stores. (Source: International Journal of Fashion Design, Technology and Education)
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67% of women reported wearing a size 14 or above, but plus-size clothing only accounts for 19% of total women‘s clothing sales. (Source: NPD Group)
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82% of plus-size women say they would spend more on clothing if there were more options in their size. (Source: Coresight Research)
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Only 2.3% of women in fashion advertisements wore plus-sizes. (Source: The Fashion Spot Diversity Report)
The numbers don‘t lie – fashion has a major size inclusivity problem. But brands like Belle Wholesale are working to change that! The graph below shows how Belle Wholesale‘s size chart compares to the average women‘s clothing brand:
| Size | Belle Wholesale | Average Brand |
|---|---|---|
| Small | 4-6 | 0-2 |
| Medium | 8-10 | 4-6 |
| Large | 12-14 | 8-10 |
| 1X | 16 | 12 |
| 2X | 18 | 14 |
| 3X | 20 | – |
| 4X | 22 | – |
| 5X | 24 | – |
Notice how Belle Wholesale‘s sizing starts where most brands stop – and goes well beyond the average "plus size" range. This is a BIG deal for the 67% of women who have been left out of mainstream fashion for far too long!
"Size inclusivity isn‘t just a trend – it‘s the future of fashion," says fashion merchandising expert Dr. Keisha Jones, who‘s devoted her career to expanding representation in the industry. "For too long, a very narrow standard of beauty has dominated and it‘s frankly a load of BS. Women of all sizes want to express themselves through style and feel good in what they‘re wearing. It‘s ridiculous that it‘s taken this long for brands to catch on."
As a size-inclusive brand, Belle Wholesale is tapping into a massively underserved market – and making a real difference in women‘s lives. We LOVE to see it!
So, Is Belle Wholesale Worth the Hype?
In case it wasn‘t obvious, I‘m a big fat (ha) YES on Belle Wholesale! No matter your size or style, you‘re sure to find trendy pieces that make you look and feel like a total bombshell. And for these prices?? It‘s a no brainer.
Since discovering the brand, I‘ve found myself shopping less at straight-size stores simply because I got tired of never finding anything that fit. Belle Wholesale has become my go-to for everything from cozy basics to going out lewks. My friends are hooked now too – we‘re constantly swapping Belle Wholesale finds in the group chat!
If you‘re a curvy queen looking to turn heads without breaking the bank, run don‘t walk to Belle Wholesale. And be sure to tag me in your cute new outfits so I can cheer you on! 🥰
To sum it up:
- Huge variety of stylish, affordable pieces in sizes XS-5X
- No more settling for what "kind of" fits – every piece is designed for curves
- Quality that feels more expensive than it is
- Thousands of rave reviews from happy customers
- An ethically-made alternative to fast fashion
The future of fashion is inclusive – and Belle Wholesale is leading the charge. I can‘t wait to see how they continue to empower women of all shapes to embrace their unique beauty. Now if you‘ll excuse me, I have some shopping to do! 😉
