If you’ve been seeing Quince (or its Instagram handle, One Quince) all over your social feeds and wondering if it actually lives up to the hype, I got you.
I’m Taylor, a contributor here at Whimsy Soul. I typically wear a size XL, which is a size 14, and I’ve been wearing, washing, sleeping on, and walking in Quince products for over two years, including a close look at how the pieces actually fit a curvier body. Not a “I wore it once and slapped some pretty photos on it” kind of review. A real one.
My short verdict: Quince is worth it. With a few caveats. Keep reading.
Quince Review: Is It Actually Worth It?
Quince built its whole brand around one idea: high quality essentials at radically low prices. And unlike most brands that slap that phrase on a homepage and call it a day, Quince actually explains how they do it.
No sourcing agents, no warehousing, no wholesaling, no storefront retail. It goes straight from their factory to your door, which is how a 100% cashmere sweater can cost $50 and a pair of Italian leather sneakers can run under $100.
They specialize in timeless basics: linen everything, washable stretch silk, cashmere sweaters, Italian leather bags, and now bedding and home goods too. They also care about sustainability, partnering with factories that pay fair wages and working toward fully compostable packaging.
Similar to Girlfriend Collective, they use a factory direct model to reduce carbon footprint. They ship free to all 50 states, returns are free for 365 days, and their customer service has been easy to deal with in my experience.
I was pulled in by the Instagram ads (same), and I’ve now bought multiple rounds of Quince products. Here’s everything I think you should know before you order.
What to Buy First If You’re New to Quince
Decision fatigue is real, so if you’re just getting started, here’s where I’d put your money first:
The linen pants are the single best entry point. Versatile, comfortable, great quality for the price. If you run cold or it’s not linen season yet, the organic cotton fisherman sweater is a close second. Want to try their home goods? Grab the linen euro shams first.
You’ll be shocked at how good $29.90 bedding can feel.
Already familiar with Quince and want to go deeper? The Italian leather sneakers and the organic cotton jumpsuit are the two newest additions to my rotation and both are excellent. More on all of these below.
My Full Quince Review: Every Piece I’ve Tried
My main concerns going in were sizing, texture, and durability. At 5’5″ and a size XL, I was really nervous nothing was going to fit me right. Mostly great news. Here’s the full breakdown.
100% European Linen Long Sleeve Shirt
I had been searching for the perfect white linen button down for way too long. I had a couple of options in my closet already but neither quite hit the mark.
This one hit the mark.
I’ve been throwing it over tanks all summer to add a little something and also to protect my skin from the sun. Functionality in clothes matters a lot to me. The linen is super breathable so I don’t have to worry about overheating, and I currently have my eye on the Washed Olive color for round two.
If you’re on the fence about the linen button down from Quince, just get it.
100% European Linen Pants
I CANNOT get myself to wear jeans every day when I’m working from home. Usually I’m in leggings, but the Quince European Linen Pants feel a little dressier and so much cooler for summer. I’ve been wearing them nonstop since I got them. Actually considering ordering a second color.
The size and waistband fit were my biggest concern before ordering. I prefer a high waist fit (Gen Z, you will never change my mind on this!) and I wasn’t sure the elastic waistband would land where I wanted it to.
Good news: it works. I do have a short torso, so keep that in mind if you’re longer-waisted because these might sit a little lower than you’d expect. Just being honest!
This was also one of the first Quince pieces I felt confident recommending to curvier readers, since the adjustable elastic waistband does a lot of the work instead of fighting your shape.
100% Organic Cotton Fisherman Crew Sweater
Yes, I got a sweater. In spring. I live in an area where temperatures drop to the low 60s at night even in summer, and I got this one in March, so it made total sense to me, okay? It’s also an obvious pick for fall and winter.
I LOVE this sweater. My only real complaint is that I wish I’d sized down. It runs oversized, which works for some people, but I have a shorter torso and shorter arms so it felt big on me. If you prefer a snug fit, size down.
Super easy to throw over a tee and jeans or pair with the linen pants. I love the rib detailing and how soft it is. If you’re curvier and prefer a relaxed, forgiving fit up top, the oversized cut actually works in your favor here. Already eyeing the Quince Organic Cotton Oversized Cardigan for my next order.
100% European Linen Shorts
Kara is a dress person. I’m firmly a shorts person. We’ve had this debate. During my trip to Portugal last fall I finally understood her point (dresses paired with undershorts are actually the move for a full day of walking), but at home? Shorts forever.
The Quince linen shorts are so comfy. I wore them on a recent trip to Marfa, Texas and the soft, breathable material actually helped with chafing in the heat. They’re lightweight, pack down to basically nothing, and they look great. Solid win.
100% European Linen Tank
I‘m gonna be honest with you: this was my least favorite purchase. The durability and feel on skin? Great. The fit? Struggled with it. I’m big chested and the tank just doesn’t work for my shape.
I kept it because I found I can make it work tucked into jeans or the linen pants, but if you’re fuller on top or curvier through the chest, just know that going in.
Italian Leather and Suede Low Profile Sneaker
Okay. These sneakers. I wear them everywhere. I’m not exaggerating. They’re Italian leather and suede, have Ortholite insoles for all day comfort, and have a clean minimal look that goes with basically everything I own.
They’re $94 on Quince versus $200 at comparable brands, which is wild once you feel the quality in person. Cognac is the color I’d reach for first but they come in black and birch too.
Pro-tip: check the size chart. They fit almost true to size for me but are a little bit small so you may need to size up.
100% Organic Cotton Gauze Smocked Wide Leg Jumpsuit
This one surprised me. I ordered the Wild Cherry color and it fits like a glove. The smocked bodice means it adjusts to your shape naturally, and there’s a button in the back to adjust the strap length if it’s running long on you (which it did for me at first, but the fix took about five seconds). POCKETS. Real ones. I can’t stress enough how much the pockets elevate this.
The organic cotton gauze fabric is soft and breezy, perfect for hot days. At $49.90 it’s one of the best value pieces Quince makes. Wide leg silhouette is very on trend right now but the classic shape means you’ll be wearing this for years. It also turned out to be one of the best-fitting pieces I’ve tried for a curvier frame, more on exactly why in the fit section below.
European Linen Euro Sham Pillowcases
Here’s what I did not expect to love as much as I do about this pillowcase set. I got the Terracotta color about two years ago and they still look brand new. The linen softens with every wash, which means they somehow feel better now than when I first got them.
The envelope closure keeps the pillow neatly inside and the flange detail makes them look like you actually tried when you made your bed (even if you absolutely did not).
For $29.90 a sham, this is the best home upgrade I’ve made in a while. If you’ve been curious about Quince bedding, start here.
Kara’s Take on the New Quince Pieces
Hi! Kara here, editor of Whimsy Soul. Taylor has been raving about these new additions so I tracked them down myself and I have thoughts. I wear a size XL, a size 14, and I’m 5’5″ for size reference.
The Wild Cherry jumpsuit is going everywhere with me this spring. I was a little nervous about the fit because jumpsuits and I have a complicated history (my torso does what it wants), but the smocked bodice fixes all of that. It hugs where you want it to and gives where you don’t, and it’s one of the better pieces I’ve found for a curvier midsection.
I got this to wear on my Camino walk in Portugal and Spain this spring to wear after we walk so I can rest. It’s going to be perfect.
The Italian leather sneakers in Cognac are the kind of shoe you pack for every single trip because they go with everything and your feet don’t hate you at the end of the day. The Ortholite insole is doing serious work. I’ve worn these on travel days, walking days, coffee shop days.
They look polished enough that they don’t read as a sloppy sneaker but comfortable enough to actually use all day. That combo is harder to find than it sounds.
What I Didn’t Love About Quince
Here’s the deal: my biggest issue with Quince is the sizing. They only go up to an XL, which is what I wear. I was really nervous nothing was going to fit when I first ordered, and this review could have gone very differently.
But when a brand says things like “because everyone deserves to fill their life with the finer things” and then stops at XL? That’s a contradiction I can’t ignore.
Those statements are about price point, I get it, but the sizing still excludes a lot of people. All us curvy girls deserve these pieces too, and I really hope Quince extends their size range in the future. Keep reading for exactly how the fit holds up if you’re curvy or fuller through the chest, because that’s the real test.
Does Quince Work for Curvy Bodies?
This is the question we get asked the most about Quince, so let’s actually dig into it instead of just saying “size inclusive” and moving on.
Both Taylor and Kara wear a size XL, which is a size 14 for both of us, so this section comes from two different bodies actually wearing these pieces, not a size chart we’re guessing from.
The organic cotton gauze jumpsuit is the standout for a curvier frame. The smocked bodice adjusts to your shape instead of fighting it, so it works whether you’re fuller through the middle or narrower there. Taylor found it fit like a glove, and Kara felt the same on a torso that, in her words, does what it wants in most jumpsuits.
The linen pants also do well on a curvier body thanks to the adjustable elastic waistband. If you have a shorter torso like Taylor, though, expect them to sit a little lower than you’d guess from photos.
Where Quince struggles is anything fitted through the chest. Taylor is fuller chested and the linen tank just doesn’t work for that shape on its own, it reads better tucked into pants or layered than worn alone. If you’re busty, budget for that going in.
The organic cotton fisherman sweater runs oversized on purpose, which is forgiving if you like a relaxed fit, but size down if you want it to hit your body instead of hanging off it.
Here’s the honest bottom line: within their current size range, Quince fits curvier and fuller-chested bodies better than a lot of straight-size brands we’ve tried, mostly because of smart design choices like smocking and adjustable waistbands. But the range still stops at XL, and that’s the real limitation. If you’re above an XL, none of this helps you yet, and we’d love to see that change.
Is Quince Clothing Good Quality? The Final Verdict
Yes. If you’re within the size range, Quince is absolutely worth it.
I’ve been wearing these pieces for over two years now. I’ve washed them (hung dry!), worn them on trips, lived in them at home. They’ve passed every single test. Stains came out easily.
Nothing pilled or fell apart. The price transparency on each product page, where they break down the exact cost of materials, crafting, packaging, and freight and then compare their prices to brands like Everlane, Faherty, and Aritzia, is something more brands should be doing. You know exactly what you’re paying for and why.
Worth it if: you’re building a quality capsule wardrobe and want to stop buying fast fashion that falls apart after one season.
Skip it if: you wear above an XL. For now, at least. Hopefully that changes.
Other Quince Items On My Wish List
I’m still building up my “basics” in my wardrobe, and I think Quince has some good staples. I’m really happy with my first order, and the Quince reviews weren’t lying! Based on my good experience, these are the Quince products that I’m considering purchasing next:
- 100% European Linen Long Sleeve Shirt in Washed Olive
- 100% European Linen Pants in White
- 100% European Linen Button Front Dress (it’s giving similar vibes to Kara’s Son De Flor Dress that I’m obsessed with!)
- 100% Organic Cotton Oversized Cardigan
- Mongolian Cashmere Crewneck Sweater (what they’re famous for! Read our Cashmere Review here)
How Quince Keeps Prices So Low
No middle man. Quince skips sourcing agents, warehousing, wholesaling, distribution, and storefront retail. It goes straight from their factory to your door. They’re also working toward 100% compostable packaging with zero virgin plastic.
I’m increasingly choosing brands based on how much they actually care about the planet, and Quince being lower priced AND more sustainable is a combination that’s hard to find.
How I Style My Quince Linen Pieces
I like a simple formula, especially for travel. Neutral colors only (sorry, Kara!) because everything pairs with everything else and packing gets so much easier.
My go-to white linen button down combos:
- Madewell light green tank, jeans, white linen button down and Birkenstocks. Or swap the jeans for the Quince linen shorts.
- White tank from Anthropologie’s Maeve line, Quince linen pants, white button down and black slip ons.
- Beige tee, Levi’s overalls, white linen button down and Nisolo Woven Mules.
When I want to try a trend or add color, I rent from Nuuly instead of buying. Highly recommend if you haven’t tried it yet.
Why Linen Converted Me
I used to associate linen with a very specific aesthetic I’m not going to get into. Let’s just say it took me a while to come around. I’m not sure if it’s the Coastal Grandmother trend or nearing my thirties, but I’m full-on thriving in linen now.
It started when I rented a brown gauze button up from Nuuly and became absolutely obsessed with it (yes, I bought it). That started my search for the perfect white linen button down, which led me here. Linen is breathable, cool, sun-protective, and it just looks good. Fully converted.
Piglet In Bed also makes the best linen pajamas and I swear I’m sleeping better.
Quince Review FAQs
Where is Quince clothing located?
Quince is headquartered in San Francisco, which also happens to be the home base of Whimsy Soul. Love a local brand!
Who owns Quince clothing?
Sid Gupta is the Co-Founder and CEO of Quince.
Is Quince Legit?
Yes, Quince is a legit company. Taylor has personally ordered from them for over two years, and Kara has ordered too. Every order arrived as described, returns went through with no issues, and the quality held up exactly as promised on the product pages. Quince is headquartered in San Francisco and ships directly from BSCI-certified factories, so there’s no reseller or dropshipper sitting in the middle of your order.
Is Quince the Same as One Quince?
Yes. Quince and One Quince are the same company, One Quince is just the brand’s Instagram handle (@onequince), so if you found this review searching that name, you’re in the right place.
Is Quince a Reputable Company?
Yes. Quince publishes the exact cost breakdown on every product page, materials, labor, packaging, and freight, and backs every order with a 365-day return window. That kind of transparency is rare, and it’s a big part of why we trust them enough to keep ordering.
Is Quince clothing ethical and sustainable?
Quince uses materials that meet the Global Recycled Standard, works with BSCI-certified factories, and uses OEKO-TEX certified fabrics on many products, meaning no harmful chemicals or pesticides. They also reduce carbon footprint by cutting out the traditional retail supply chain entirely. They could be more transparent about the full scope of their sustainability practices on their website, but overall they’re doing a solid job compared to most brands at this price point.
Is Quince a Good Brand?
Based on two years of actually wearing the clothes, yes. The quality has held up through regular washing and wearing, the sizing runs true for most pieces, and the price to quality ratio is hard to beat. Our honest critique is the size range, which tops out at XL, not the quality itself.
Does Quince offer free shipping?
Yes, Quince offers free shipping on all orders with no minimum purchase required.
What is the Quince return policy?
Quince offers a 365-day return window, which is one of the most generous return policies in the industry. Our editor Kara returned a pair of Quince pants with zero issues. Easy online process, fast refund, no hassle. We last verified this return policy and Quince’s current pricing in July 2026.
How does Quince keep their prices so low?
They eliminate the middleman entirely. No sourcing agents, no warehouse markups, no retailer margins. Products ship directly from ethical factories to your door, which is how they can offer cashmere sweaters for $50 and Italian leather sneakers under $100.
Why Is Quince So Cheap?
It comes back to the same factory-direct model, not cheaper materials. Quince cuts out sourcing agents, warehouses, wholesalers, and physical stores, so an order ships straight from the factory to your door. That’s the whole reason a 100% cashmere sweater can run $50 instead of $200, there’s no markup stacked on top of it along the way.
Does Quince have good bedding? What about the Quince linen pillowcases?
Yes, the Quince bedding quality is impressive. The European linen euro shams are soft, durable, and hold up beautifully after years of washing. The Terracotta color in particular is rich and photographs well. Great entry point if you want to try Quince bedding before committing to a full sheet set.
How is the Quince cashmere quality?
Really good for the price. The cashmere sweaters at Quince are what put them on the map, and for good reason. The $50 price point for 100% cashmere is hard to beat. Read our full Quince cashmere review for the complete breakdown on fit, feel, and durability.
What sizes does Quince carry?
Currently XS through XL for most clothing styles. This is my biggest critique of the brand. I’d love to see them expand their size range to be truly inclusive of all body types.
Is Quince Good for Curvy or Plus-Size Bodies?
Quince currently only goes up to size XL, which is a size 14 and is what both Taylor and Kara wear for this review, so we can only speak to that end of the range firsthand. Within XS through XL, the fit runs generally true to the size chart, though pieces like the smocked jumpsuit are more forgiving through the middle than a strict fitted tank. If you wear above an XL, Quince isn’t an option yet, and that’s our biggest critique of the brand.
Does Quince have good customer service?
In my experience, yes. Returns are easy, the 365-day window gives you plenty of time, and the process is fully online with no hassle. Our editor also had a smooth return experience with zero issues.
I have some other brands I want to try with similar values, so keep an eye out for more reviews! If you have questions about any of the Quince pieces I reviewed, drop a comment below or DM me on Instagram at @taylormgrantham. And if you have brand recommendations that fit my nearly-thirty style goals, please reach out. I’m all ears.
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