The venerable Tim Gunn once said, “There is no reason larger women can’t look just as fabulous as all other women. The key is the harmonious balance of silhouette, proportion and fit, regardless of size or shape.” Prabal Gurung’s new Lane Bryant collaboration would surely get Gunn’s vote of approval. It’s one of the most stylish plus-size collections we’ve seen in quite some time. “We designed for the same woman we always design for,” Gurung told Vogue of the collection.
Gurung has always been ahead of the curve. He’s a former CFDA/Vogue Fashion Fund champion and winner of the 2011 CFDA Swarovski Award for Womenswear. He’s praised for his structured yet feminine silhouettes, dreamy prints and ability to add cool new dimensions to office dressing. He makes it a point to offer his runway collections in sizes 0 to 22. (Not that buyers often take him up on that offer.)
The 20-piece collection is filled with sexy-yet-sophisticated styles perfect for this weird, somewhere-between-winter-and-spring weather. This being Lane Bryant, the clothes are available in sizes 10 to 28 and the only piece anywhere near the $400 range is a cropped biker jacket. Otherwise, prices hover around $100. Scroll through the slideshow below to shop some of our favorite looks from the newly launched collab. Prepare for lots of nipped waists and outsize florals. Side note: how great does Barbie Ferreira look?
Lane Bryant x Prabal Gurung
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Lane Bryant x Prabal Gurung
The ideal winter-to-spring transitional set.
Floral Blouse, $88 at Lane Bryant
Floral Circle Skirt, $108 at Lane Bryant
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Lane Bryant x Prabal Gurung
Two admittedly trendy pieces that manage to strike a high-fashion chord.
Cold-Shoulder Sweater, $98 at Lane Bryant
Lace-Up Pencil Skirt, $98 at Lane Bryant
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Lane Bryant x Prabal Gurung
A chic striped wrap dress perfect for any lazy day, whether you're headed to work or brunch.
Striped Wrap Dress, $138 at Lane Bryant
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Lane Bryant x Prabal Gurung
A sheer-sleeved, tie-accented floral blouse tones down the edginess of a lace-up bottom.
Black & White Floral Blouse, $88 at Lane Bryant
Lace-Up Pencil Skirt, $98 at Lane Bryant
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Lane Bryant x Prabal Gurung
Hello, sailor. This decorated, lace-up trench coat is the ultimate pre-spring overcoat.
Trench Coat, $198 at Lane Bryant
Combo Stitch Sweater, $88 at Lane Bryant
Cropped Sailor Pant, $88 at Lane Bryant
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Lane Bryant x Prabal Gurung
A fun dress plus a minimalist leather jacket? Match made in heaven.
Leather Jacket, $398 at Lane Bryant
Colorblock Fit & Flare Dress, $138 at Lane Bryant
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Lane Bryant x Prabal Gurung
Sheer sleeves add interest to this sleek all-black jumpsuit. The wide legs and high-waist cinch makes for a flattering silhouette.
Wide-Leg Jumpsuit, $138 at Lane Bryant
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Lane Bryant x Prabal Gurung
Wide legs with high hems FTW.
Colorblock Tee, $38 at Lane Bryant
Cropped Sailor Pant, $88 at Lane Bryant
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Lane Bryant x Prabal Gurung
Miranda Priestly wouldn't consider this look "revolutionary," but we can still appreciate the print juxtaposition.
Signature Floral Tee, $38 at Lane Bryant
Black & White Floral Circle Skirt, $108 at Lane Bryant
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Lane Bryant x Prabal Gurung
Is anyone else reminded of Carrie Bradshaw's first Paris look?
Striped Fit & Flare Dress, $128 at Lane Bryant