Where to buy plus size activewear

There seems to be a lot of assumption that plus size people aren’t or don’t want to be active. Obviously that’s not true – you can be active at any size doing a whole range of different things! One of the things I get asked about the most is where to buy plus size activewear, so I thought I’d put all this info in one handy spot. You might be hitting the gym, doing yoga, going to crossfit or walking your dog. Or maybe you’re running around after the kids, grabbing coffee with a friend or heck – even just sitting at home eating chips, cos a lot of us wear our workout gear when we’re just living our lives. No matter what you’re doing while you wear it, here’s where you can find activewear in plus sizes. UPDATED 21/02/22.

ASOS

ASOS is a great one stop shop – they carry loads of great brands including Nike Plus, Puma Plus and ASOS 4505 Curve. Styles include everything from activewear basics to swimwear to ski gear, and it’s a great place to pick up shoes as well. Sizes range from 2-30 and prices vary, but the ASOS 4505 range is on the lower end of the scale and ASOS has sales on a pretty regular basis.

Hine Collection

This Kiwi brand is so popular that they sell out really quickly every time they restock or release a new range. When I asked for your recommendations, so many of you said you loved Hine Collection! I bought a pair of their 7/8 leggings and really love them. They have sizes XS-6XL (8-26) and bigger sizes tend to go fast so if you spot something you like, snap it up!

Lane Bryant

The LIVI Active range at Lane Bryant is pretty extensive and includes everything from sports bras to basics to athleisure wear in US sizes 14-28 (NZ 18-32). They’ve also got a swim collection in US sizes 0-28 (NZ 4-32), including some sports swimwear.

Rainbeau Curves

I’ve been buying Rainbeau Curves gear for years now, they’re one of my favourite activewear brands. They have fun patterns, great colour options and a whole range of different styles, and come in sizes 1X-5X (US 14-32 / NZ 18-36).

Taking Shape*

I’m a longtime fan of Taking Shape and I was thrilled when they started doing activewear. Their collections are fairly small and a lot of pieces are online exclusives, so you need to be quick to grab the size and style you’re after. Available in XXS-XL (12-24) and sizing is on the generous side.

Torrid

I wear my Torrid activewear quite often – it’s comfortable and they have a really good selection available. I think they probably have one of the biggest ranges in terms of colour and style options, and I can always find something that catches my eye. They have sizes 00-6 (US 10-30 / NZ 14-34) and they have plus size swimwear options as well. Shipping outside the US can be quite pricey but they have regular sales (I regularly share those here so keep an eye out!).

Other options for plus size activewear:

* indicates physical NZ store(s)

Active Truth: Size S-3XL (NZ 8-26). Great activewear basics and maternity activewear.
Aim’n: Size XXS-XXXL (NZ 2-22). Loads of inbetweenie babes I know swear by this NZ brand, so if you’re on the smaller end of plus size, this is one you should know about. Fingers cross they expand their size range in the future.
Avenue: Size US 14-32 (NZ 18-36). A pretty cool range, including some great longer length tops.
Balance Athletica: Size XXS-4XL (US 00-28 / NZ 2-32). A wide range of styles and colours/prints.
Be Activewear: Size 6-26. They stock over 60 leading brands and have women’s, plus size, maternity and men’s ranges.
boohoo: Size 4-24. A few basics at low prices, often on sale.
Catherines: Size 0X-5X (US 14-36 / NZ 18-40). Lots of basics, great place to find leggings and tunic length tops.
Cato Fashions: Size US 14-28 (NZ 18-32). Lots of different styles and colours to choose from. They only ship to US and Canada so use a freight forwarder for international locations.
City Chic*: Size XXS-XXL (NZ 12-24). Lots of different styles and colours including great basics.
Clique Fitness: Size 2-18 (NZ 6-22). Another brand loads of inbetweenie babes I know swear by – I’d love to see them expanding their size range!
Curvy Chic Sports: Size 14-26. Some really great prints and colours.
Dale and Waters: Size 16-50. A small range of swimwear.
dk active: Size XXS-6XL (NZ 4-24). A really good range of activewear in lots of different styles.
Dorothy Perkins: Size XS-3XL (4-28). Cute fashion forward basics.
Embrace: Size 6-26. NZ brand with some great basics.
Exoticathletica: Size XS-XXL (NZ 4-26) + made to measure. Some really cool colours and prints, with a range of different styles.
EziBuy*: Size 6-28. The Isobar Active range is fairly small at the moment but looks like it could be promising with some great outdoor options.
Girlfriend Collective: Size XXS-6XL. Cool designs made from recycled materials which is pretty rad.
GRRRL: Sizing is done by measurement so make sure you have a measuring tape handy! Load of really cool designs, especially the leggings.
Kmart*: Size 6-20. Some pretty decent styles at good prices, unfortunately not offered in their full size range.
Long Tall Sally: Size 10-28. If you’re a tall babe who needs a bit of extra length, LTS is a great place to grab activewear basics.
Nike*: Size XS-XXL and 1X-3X (NZ 4-26 and 22-32). I’m not sure of the size range in store here, but there’s a pretty cool range available online with a pretty good selection of styles, patterns and colours.
Old Navy: Size 1X-4X (US 16-30 / NZ 20-34). I have a lot of friends who rave about Old Navy’s activewear, they have a good range of basics in nice colours and prints.
One Stop Plus: Size S-6XL (US 12-44 / NZ 16-48). A good range of options from brands like Active For All, Woman Within, Jessica London and Roaman’s.
Pretty Little Thing: Size 4-26. Cute options at reasonable prices, a bit limited in sizes 18+.
Pretty Pinz: Size S-3XL (NZ 6-24). A NZ brand with lots of cool designs.
Running Bare: Size 8-22. Lots of options in a good range of styles, patterns and colourways.
Superfit Hero: Size L-7XL (US 12-42 / NZ 16-48). A good range of styles and colours + they show their clothes on a variety of people who are different shapes and sizes.
The Warehouse*: Size XS-3XL (NZ 6-22). The Active Intent range is really good, unfortunately they seem to have discontinued size 4XL-6XL.
Ulla Popken: Size US 12-38 (NZ 16-42). Lots of different styles and colours to choose from. They only ship to US and Canada so use a freight forwarder for international locations.
Universal Standard: Size 4XS-4XL (US 00-40 / NZ 2-44). A small selection of activewear basics.
Yours Clothing: Size 16-28. A small selection of activewear basics.
Zest Lifewear: Size 14-36. A small range of workout gear with attitude.

Looking for plus size swimwear? Check out this post.

Where’s your favourite place to buy plus size activewear?
Let me know if you know of any other great places