Guide to Inclusive Fashion at Destiny USA and Online – Lane Bryant, Torrid, Aerie, Athleta, Eloquii & More
Central New York offers solid plus-size options, especially at Destiny USA mall in Syracuse — the region's largest shopping hub. Brands like Lane Bryant, Torrid, and Aerie have dedicated stores there, while others like Athleta and Eloquii offer extended sizing online with fast shipping to Clay, Liverpool, Cicero, and beyond. This guide compares key plus-size retailers (sizes 10/12+), highlights local availability, and notes online perks.
All info current as of 2026 — email jim@syr-area.com with updates.
Click each brand for full details, store locations, and shopping tips.
Sizes 10–40+ — dresses, tops, jeans, lingerie (Cacique), activewear. Strong focus on fit and confidence.
Local: Destiny USA store
View Lane Bryant Page
Sizes 10–30+ — bold, trendy dresses, jeans, activewear, lingerie. Youthful, empowering streetwear vibe.
Local: Destiny USA store
View Torrid Page
Sizes XXS–XXL (extended plus) — cozy loungewear, bras, leggings, hoodies. Body-positive, soft fabrics.
Local: Destiny USA store
View Aerie Page
Sizes XXS–3X — premium yoga, running, athleisure. Performance fabrics, sustainability focus.
Local: Destiny USA store
View Athleta Page
Sizes 14–32 (0X–6X) — contemporary dresses, workwear, jeans. Elevated, polished plus-size fashion.
Local: Online-only (ships to CNY)
View Eloquii Page
Extended plus sizes (up to 30/32) — jeans, hoodies, casual basics, kids & family options.
Local: Multiple Destiny USA, Fairmount Fair, Clay stores
View Old Navy |
View Gap
Looking for performance leggings, sports bras, hoodies, and athleisure in extended sizes? Here are the best local and online options in CNY — all with inclusive sizing (14/16+).
Sizes 10–30+ — trendy activewear, leggings, sports bras, hoodies, and lounge sets. Bold prints and empowering fits.
Local: Destiny USA store
View Torrid Page
Sizes XXS–XXL (extended plus) — ultra-soft leggings, sports bras, hoodies, and loungewear. Body-positive, cozy fabrics.
Local: Destiny USA store
View Aerie Page
Sizes XXS–3X — premium yoga leggings, sports bras, hoodies, and performance tops. Sustainability and high-performance focus.
Local: Destiny USA store
View Athleta Page
Sizes 10–40+ — activewear leggings, tops, sports bras, and lounge sets. Comfort-first with expert bra fittings.
Local: Destiny USA store
View Lane Bryant Page
Eloquii.com (extended sizes), Fabletics (plus-size line), Amazon (plus-size Nike/Under Armour), Target (extended Champion), and Universal Standard (up to 40) — full performance lines with fast shipping.
Best for: Exclusive styles, frequent sales, easy returns.
Summer swimwear and maternity activewear in extended sizes — here are the best local (Destiny USA) and online options in CNY.
Sizes 10–40+ — plus-size swimwear (one-pieces, tankinis, cover-ups) and maternity/activewear (leggings, bras, tops). Strong Cacique swim line with tummy control and support.
Local: Destiny USA store
View Lane Bryant Page
Sizes 10–30+ — trendy plus-size swimwear (bikinis, tankinis, one-pieces) and activewear (leggings, sports bras, hoodies). Bold prints and maternity-friendly fits.
Local: Destiny USA store
View Torrid Page
Sizes XXS–XXL (extended plus) — maternity leggings/activewear and swimwear (bikinis, one-pieces). Soft, body-positive options with tummy support.
Local: Destiny USA store
View Aerie Page
Sizes XXS–3X — maternity activewear (leggings, bras, tops) and performance swimwear. High-quality, sustainable fabrics with support for pregnancy and beyond.
Local: Destiny USA store
View Athleta Page
Eloquii.com (plus-size swimwear), Swimsuits For All (extended sizes up to 44), Amazon (plus-size maternity Nike/Under Armour), Target (Old Navy extended maternity swim/active), and Bare Necessities — wide selection with fast shipping.
Best for: Exclusive styles, frequent sales, easy returns.
Destiny USA (Syracuse) is the #1 spot — Lane Bryant, Torrid, Aerie, Athleta all in one mall. Free parking, food court, and holiday events make it easy for day trips from Clay, Liverpool, Cicero, or Fayetteville.
Waterloo Premium Outlets (~45 min west) has clearance deals on Gap/Old Navy extended sizes and occasional Athleta pop-ups.
Prefer online? Use in-store pickup at Destiny USA to try on first, then order colors/sizes not in stock.
This guide is community-powered and updated monthly. If you know of another great plus-size option in CNY (or a change at Destiny USA), please email jim@syr-area.com — we'll add it!