Health, Wellness, and BeautyApparel & Fashion3MediumHealthcare Worker (Nurse, Medical Assistant, etc.)$ implied

Plus-size healthcare workers struggle to find fashionable, cute scrubs in extended sizes (XXL and up), especially with patterns and specific design features like unique necklines.

Existing scrubs brands like Koi offer cute patterns and styles but do not consistently provide plus-size options (XXL), forcing users to rely on secondhand markets or compromise on fit.

Opp. Score

Severity

3Medium

Willingness to Pay

implied

Added

Apr 29, 2026

Workarounds Described

thrift stores and resale platforms like Mercari to find rare plus-size options
relying on a single brand (Koi) that doesn't consistently carry XXL

Implied Software Gaps

Software that aggregates plus-size scrub inventory from multiple brands with accurate sizing info
Personalized subscription service matching users with new scrubs in their size and style preferences

App Concept

ScrubSize Plus

ScrubSize Plus is an online marketplace and subscription box dedicated to plus-size healthcare apparel, curating fashionable scrubs in sizes up to 5XL. It partners with brands to ensure consistent sizing and offers a try-before-you-buy offline fit kit, solving the chronic lack of cute, patterned scrubs for plus-size professionals.

Key Features

Curated marketplace for plus-size scrubs (sizes 1X-5X) with filters for patterns, cut, and color
Monthly subscription box delivering 2-3 new scrub tops/bottoms in your size and style preferences
Virtual fit advisor using body measurements to recommend the best size across brands
User review system focusing on fit for plus-size bodies, with photos from real customers

Target Users: Plus-size healthcare workers (nurses, medical assistants, dental hygienists, vet techs) in the US who struggle to find cute, well-fitting scrubs in extended sizes.

Revenue Model: $29.99/mo subscription for the monthly box; 15% commission on marketplace sales; premium fit kit for $19.99 one-time fee

Existing Solutions Mentioned

KoiMercarithrifting

Part of App Idea

CurvyCare Scrubs

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