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ABLE Clothing: The Expanded Size Collection

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Love Able Clothing? They have BIG news…….ABLE has listened to our feedback and they are expanding their size range!!!

Love Able Clothing? They have BIG news.......ABLE has listened to our feedback and they are expanding their size range!!! Ekkkkk, I'm so excited to finally share this news.  A few months ago, I was on a phone call with the team from ABLE discussing upcoming releases and they shared something that made me so happy.  After lots of feedback and work as a brand, they were thoughtfully expanding their size range.  Now, I love this brand.  ABLE is an amazing company that serves those in need, they made beautiful pieces and each item I own from them is a classic that is 100% worth investing in.  But, each time I shared their pieces with y'all……I heard the same feedback.  So many of you wished that the clothes were available in your size.  Well, here we go!

A few things to note about this specific release:

  • This is the beginning.  This release contains 7 styles (I actually own all of the items) in sizes XXS to 3x.  But it's the start of a much larger roll out.  You can expect to see MORE sizes very soon.
  • The ABLE team wants and welcomes feedback.  I love that they are open to hearing where we need more, and what works best for us all.
  • In Spring 2022, over 60% of the collection will be available in this size range. (You can see the spring 2022 preview HERE)

TLDR? This is the first step in a longer journey.  I loved talking to the ABLE team and hearing how committed they are to creating beautiful clothes that make a difference, and fit us ALL.

A bit more about ABLE as a company:

This amazing company is based in Nashville and truly makes a difference with every item they sell.  ABLE started in Ethiopia, employing women transitioning out of the commercial sex industry (many who had been trafficked).  They initially employed women at fair wages to make scarves and over the years have expanded into a full lifestyle brand (including leather goods, shoes, clothing and jewlery).  They employ women in the US and around the world, and are committed to paying ethical wages (you can see more about that HERE and learn how they were the first fashion brand to publish ALL wages in 2018).  And the bonus? Their products are stylish and high quality.  Each piece I own from ABLE is an investment piece that I'll have for years.  And now? They'll be including so many more of us in their community.

Able Clothing: The Expanded Size Collection

Now let's talk about what is available TODAY.  These items are the now available in sizes XXS to 3x, and I wanted to share my thoughts on each (I own them all).

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Want a 20% off discount on any of these (or anything else from ABLE)? Use code CARLY_20 for 20% off!

ABLE Clothing: The Drapey tee is super versatile and available in a great size range!

Drapey Tee ($40, use code CARLY_20 to get it for $32): Sorry, not sorry for raving about this tee AGAIN.  I shared it on IG stories a couple of months ago, and I love it even more now on my pear shaped body than I did then.  I've owned this tee in white for about a year, and this fall I grabbed it in Hummus.  It's versatile, fits like a dream, can be worn tucked in or out and is timeless.  It washes easily, and looks good as new on it's 20th wear.  I wear this piece in a large, it's totally true to size.  If you're wondering what piece of ABLE clothing to try first…..this is perfect.  It's a killer price, and something you're sure to get a ton of use out of of!

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This long cardigan from ABLE Clothing is a great wardrobe staple piece and perfect for casual winter outfits!

Neva Cardigan ($150, use code CARLY_20 to get it for $130): This beautiful cardigan is an investment piece, but one you'll wear for YEARS.  I've own it in tan for about two years and wear it from fall to winter to spring as a layering piece.  It can easily be thrown in a bag and pulled out when needed, and this classic shape? Will never go out of style.   It can be machine washed (important right?)  I wear this in a Large, and it's loose enough to layer without being baggy.  The Neva cardigan is available in four colors in sizes XXS to 3X.

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Looking for a great graphic tee? This tshirt from ABLE Clothing is so cute!

Graphic Tee ($45, use code CARLY_20 to get it for $36): We all love a great graphic tee right? I grabbed this vintage car graphic tee fairly recently from ABLE clothing and it's a new favorite.  It's soft, perfectly proportioned and a classic vibe that is great with jeans or wide leg pants.  ABLE's graphic tees are another great option for a first item at an affordable price.  There are three different designs available in sizes XXS to 3X. I wear this tee in a size large.

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Love Able Clothing? They have BIG news.......ABLE has listened to our feedback and they are expanding their size range!!!

Agnes Ruched Tee ($50, use code CARLY_20 to get it for $40): This long sleeve tee is a STELLAR layering piece.  Now that it's finally cooling off here in San Diego, this is becoming my most used piece of ABLE clothing.  It's thin enough to layer easily, and perfect with vests or under overalls.  It has really pretty ruching on the sleeves and is super soft and comfortable.  The Agnes Ruched tee is available in three colors in sizes XXS to 3x.  I wear it in a size large.

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