I've been interested in ASOS Curve pieces for over a year, but seeing as I'm a US 24 and the UK brand only goes to a size US 22 equivalent, I hadn't ordered anything.
A few weeks ago they were having a big sale and I finally just decided to bite the bullet and order lots of things to try. They have free shipping and free returns, so I wouldn't be out any money if I needed to send everything back. I have been burned with that before by ordering some pieces from the European-only H&M Inspired collection a couple of years back when I had a dear friend in London ship it all to me. None of it fit. Blah.
NOTE: This post is from 2012. I have purchased MANY more ASOS items since! Here's a roundup of my ASOS Curve posts.
I picked some trendier pieces that I thought looked fun. Let's go through them. All items ordered are their size US 22.
Lace Peplum Top
ASOS Curve Lace Peplum Top, $51.74
Kiyonna Everyday Stretch Camisole, $38
Old Navy Leggings, $10.94
ASOS Curve Midi Black Skirt, $25.87
Bubble Necklace c/o Bluebird on Etsy
rsvp Janna Extra Wide Calf Boots, $99
Love this one. Can pair it with a colorful camisole underneath for some more interest. The peplum flared at the right point on me and I felt pretty. Score one!
Jersey Peplum Top
ASOS Curve Jersey Top with Peplum Hem, $37.94 (the color I got is no longer available, thus why the model image is a different color)
Old Navy Premium Bootcut Jeans, $59.94
Target flats, old
Bubble Necklace c/o Bluebird on Etsy
I think this shirt is much more flattering in person, and with high heels or wedges with my jeans – the shape isn't right on the bottom. But I feel great in it.
Shirt Dress with Lace
ASOS Curve Shirtdress with Lace, $77.61
Old Navy Leggings, $10.94
rsvp Janna Extra Wide Calf Boots, $99
No. Just, no. Blech. And it was too blousy for a belt – looked odd all around.
Lace Dress
ASOS Curve Slash Neck Lace Dress, $68.98
Old Navy Leggings, $10.94
rsvp Janna Extra Wide Calf Boots, $99
I love this lace dress, but it's tight and super clingy. My #1 rule of buying a garment is to feel confident in it, and while it was pretty, I know I'd be pulling at it all the time. I'm wearing leggings under it because on me it is a mega-booty dress. Like, have to cross my fingers and hope to not have things shift an inch. I don't give those sorts of shows 😉 It was short to begin with, and with the cling and me being 5'10, it was more of a tunic length. I did want to point out that the lace is super soft with stretch, and the slip that goes underneath it is super soft as well – really beautiful fabric.
Biker Jacket
ASOS Curve PU Biker Jacket, $56.91
Old Navy Premium Bootcut Jeans, $59.94
Old Navy Black Lounge Camisole, $7.50
Yochi Designs Necklace via Ideeli (no longer available)
Shoes: Target, old
Unfortunatley this was the piece that was decidedly too small for me. It was a little bit of “fat girl in a little coat” like. But I must say, it is impeccable for a jacket of this price. The faux leather is thick and warm, and the zippers and stitching detail on it are very expensive-looking. The neutral color is great as well.
Sequined Kimono
ASOS CURVE Embellished Kimono With Sequin Stripes, $129.35
Kiyonna Everyday Stretch Camisole, $38
Old Navy Leggings, $10.94
rsvp Janna Extra Wide Calf Boots, $99
I mean you guys, I just can't explain how much I love this top. I know I have a ridiculous attraction to sparkly things, but I don't usually wear them on my body. This sequined kimono is AMAZING. It's available in cream and black, and I chose the cream because I thought it would look less formal than the black, and pair well with jeans. The detail of the sequins is awesome, and it's drape gives it a good breezy feel, while shining like a disco ball! I don't care if some of you think it looks like Liberace designed it – I am going to keep this one and sparkle on.
Jersey Top with Dip Back
ASOS Curve Jersey Knit Top with Dip Back, $30.18
Old Navy Premium Bootcut Jeans, $59.94
Target flats, old
I don't mind this super breezy top from the front, even though I typically avoid oversized tops. The back however? Ugh. No. I'm 5'10, and this goes past my knees. Return to sender.
Beaded Top
ASOS CURVE Tank With Diamond Embellishment and Dipped Back, $60.36
Old Navy Black Lounge Camisole, $7.50
Old Navy Premium Bootcut Jeans, $59.94
Target flats, old
This is a gorgeous beaded top, and is really heavy and substantial. Even though it's somewhat sheer, it's still got coverage if you're brave and want to wear without a lining top (see below). I liked the length of it in the front, but in the back it is cropped, which I knew from looking at the photos, but was hoping I could pair it with a black cardigan to make it look right. It just wasn't meant to be. Even though I love the beads.
Wrap Dress
ASOS CURVE Exclusive Wrap Dress, $60.36
Old Navy Leggings, $10.94
rsvp Janna Extra Wide Calf Boots, $99
This fabric is really luscious feeling, but the shape is wrong for me since I have a long torso and carry my weight in my lower stomach. If you're more of a true hourglass shape, this would be gorgeous. Also would be super fun with bright tights and platform booties.
In summary, I am super excited that a lot of the ASOS Curve line fit me, even though I'm a US24 (and on the larger side of it). Even the beaded top, which had zero stretch, fit well. The jacket was the only major problem piece, but I have trouble with jackets in general, so it wasn't surprising. I love that they have free shipping and free returns. It took about 7 business days for me to receive my order, which shipped in 2 shipments (jacket in 1, everything else in another). Every piece far exceeded my expectations with quality. If you need me, I'll be installing a block on the ASOS website so I don't buy lots more things to try.
Edit September 2013: I am quite addicted to ASOS Curve now! Here are a few other posts featuring ASOS plus size clothes. Search the site for ASOS and you'll find many more!
- August 2013: The Knee Walker Style Files (featuring 1 ASOS skirt and 1 ASOS dress)
- June 2013: ASOS Curve Skater Dresses
- February 2013: Plus Size Fashion with Gwynnie Bee (including 4 ASOS items)
