Brand profile · Retail

Taking Shape

Taking Shape runs a Retail operation from Northcote, Victoria. It is privately held, and its site is takingshape.com. It holds one address on record, all in Australia. Headcount on record is 281. Its work is tagged styling, customer service and retail. The record links nine similar brands, most of them in Retail.

Profile live Privately Held Founded 1985 1 office country

Key facts

Counted staff
281
self-reported band not used
Founded
1985
41 years
Legal entities
None matched
Office countries
1
1 address
Funding rounds
None on record
Company type
Privately Held
self-reported
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Description

Taking Shape is unique, eclectic and fabulous fashion. Our pursuit of a dynamic and awesome customer experience builds understanding, friendship and belonging, so that our tribe always look amazing and feel confident in everything they do.

We began as Taking Shape in 1985 and over the past three decades have expanded our range to include; TS, Virtuelle, Special Editions, Corporate wear, PM,Black Tie, Swim, Active, SleepwearShoes and Accessories. . Offering a size range of 12 - 24, we pride ourselves on being a one-stop-shop for women who want to celebrate their curves.

We have over 160 locations in Australia & New Zealand where you can find our ranges, including; Boutiques, Myer Concept Stores, Clearance Outlets and Online at TakingShape.com.

With over 150 years combined experience, Plus Size is not an afterthought; it's our designers' only thought. We strive to make fashion that fits well and makes you feel fabulous. Our unique styling, prints and colours translate the latest trends to suit the curvy figure, and combined with our own avant-garde twist that allows you to connect this season's range to the next.

At Taking Shape we keep our customers at the heart of everything we do. From Personal Styling Experiences and Girls Night Out store events to One Day Only Pop Up Shops we endeavour to provide fashion & styling that reflects the quirkiness, personality and joy for life that is the Taking Shape woman.

Specialties

All 5 specialties
  • Plus Size Fashion
  • Retail
  • Customer Service
  • Styling
  • Personal Styling Experiences

Locations

Country footprint

Offices in 1 countryCountry footprint: 1 country, primary AU. Codes: AU.1 countryprimary AUAU
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Primary countryAU

All codes: AU

Addresses

  • AU96 Herbert Street; Northcote, Victoria 3070Primary

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People & contacts

4 employee profiles on record · names withheld.

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FAQ

How many people work at Taking Shape?

281 counted staff profiles at January 2026. The brand's self-reported band sits above that count and is not published as a headcount.

Where does Taking Shape have offices?

One address on record, Australia only. Primary: 96 Herbert Street, Northcote, Victoria 3070.

Has Taking Shape raised funding?

None linked to this brand.

What does Taking Shape list as its specialties?

Five tags on the brand's own list, among them styling, customer service and retail.

Which companies are listed alongside Taking Shape?

20 profiles list Taking Shape as a peer — 99th percentile in Retail. It lists ten peers of its own. Meydan Group and Mister Zimi list it back.

What is Taking Shape's website?