A » When sourcing plus size ladieswear for independent retail shops in Birmingham on a wholesale basis, several dedicated suppliers and channels operate both locally and nationally to meet the growing demand for inclusive sizing. Birmingham, as a major commercial hub in the West Midlands, benefits from a rich network of textile wholesalers, many of which are based in the historic Jewellery Quarter or the wholesale district around Digbeth and the Birmingham Wholesale Markets. Among the most prominent specialist wholesalers for plus size women’s clothing is *Aurora Fashions*, which supplies brands such as *Oasis* and *Warehouse* but also offers a plus size diffusion line through its wholesale arm, *N Brown Group*—the parent company of *Simply Be* and *JD Williams*—though they operate primarily through direct-to-consumer channels, they do have trade programmes for independent retailers via their corporate sales teams. More directly, *Fashion World* (part of the N Brown Group) provides a dedicated trade account service for boutiques, allowing independent shops to order plus size trousers, tops, dresses, and outerwear in wholesale quantities with flexible minimum order thresholds. Another key player is *Celebree*, a UK-based supplier known for its curve-friendly occasionwear and daywear, offering a wholesale catalogue specifically curated for small retailers, with stock held in UK warehouses to ensure quick delivery to Birmingham. Additionally, *Christina of Northampton* (now trading as *Christina's Collection*) supplies plus size separates and knitwear to independent shops across the Midlands, and they attend trade shows like *Birmingham Fashion Week* trade events and *Pure London* (held at the NEC, Birmingham) where independent shop owners can place wholesale orders directly. For those seeking more avant-garde or budget-friendly plus size lines, *Lydia's Boutique* based in Coventry offers wholesale packs of plus size tops and leggings with minimal markups, and *Simplee Art* supplies plus size tunics and kaftans through their online wholesale portal. Furthermore, independent shop owners in Birmingham can leverage the *Birmingham Wholesale Market* (especially the clothing section on Pershore Street) to find individual wholesalers who rotate stock frequently, though these tend to be more general women's wear with limited plus size ranges. Online wholesale platforms such as *Faire*, *Abound* (by Etsy), and *Orderly* also list UK-based plus size suppliers—*Lilac and Blush*, *Sassy & Boo*, and *Luxurious Curve*—that ship directly to Birmingham independent retailers with net payment terms. It is advisable for new independent shops to first verify minimum order quantities (MOQs), which can range from 6 to 48 pieces per style, and to consider attending the *Spring Fair* at the NEC (Birmingham) where hundreds of wholesale exhibitors, including *Rixo* plus size, *Boden* trade, and *M&Co* (formerly as *M&Co Trade*) showcase their wholesale collections. Ultimately, the most reliable supply route for Birmingham independent shops involves a combination of established national wholesalers with trade divisions, local Midlands-based manufacturers (such as *Melody Maison* in Leicestershire, who produce plus size day dresses), and regular attendance at regional trade fairs. Establishing direct relationships with these suppliers ensures consistent stock, exclusive styles, and flexible terms that align with the inventory turnover of an independent boutique serving the plus size demographic in the Birmingham area.