Kiyonna, a rare plus-size brand that interprets up-to-the-minute contemporary looks for larger shapes — such as this posey patio dress from its new Spring Awakening line — is available online, but also has its own Anaheim store. On top of the company’s headquarters, the aptly named Upstairs Boutique carries Kiyonna (including its new lingerie line) in sizes 10 to 32, Spanx body shapers and Svoboda denim.
1440 S. State College Blvd., Suite 5G, Anaheim, (888) 549-6662, Ext. 113, www.kiyonna.com. 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., Monday through Friday. (Ben Bernous / For The Times)
This iconic secondhand shop doesn’t go out of its way to stock generously cut clothing (or be particularly helpful once you’re in the store), but it also doesn’t avoid it. If you’re in the mood to hunt, there are some serious gems to be found — including floor-length peasant dresses, Pat Benatar-style ‘80s sweaters and fringe leather jackets — in sizes 12 to 16.
825 N. La Brea Ave., Los Angeles, (323) 939-0528. 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. every day. (Ringo H.W. Chiu / For The Times)