Plus Size Bridesmaid Dresses (2024)

FAQs

What is the best wedding dress shape for an overweight person? ›

A-Line Gowns

You can't go wrong with an A-line. It has an elegant and clean silhouette. The lines flare at the hips to give the torso a narrower and longer look. But this style depends on the texture of your chosen fabric.

Azazie is proud to be inclusive, and our wide range of sizes, which spans from 0 to 30, reflects our dedication to showcasing varied beauty. Every garment in our line is naturally a plus size bridesmaid dress, which is what makes us unique.

Choose Lightweight Fabrics.

For plus size bridesmaids, try to avoid clingy or tight fitting materials. Instead, we recommend a simple lace or lightweight chiffon that will drape over her curves.

A-line dresses have a fitted top and torso, then flares out at the waist in a triangular fashion. This style is truly flattering for women of all body shapes, but particularly for plus-size women – whether you consider plus-size starting at size 12, size 14, or size 16.

More often than not, fit and flare dresses take the universal crown as the best dress style for plus size figures. The cinched waistline creates a beautiful hourglass effect by defining your waist, and flowing out at the hips.

Wear Control Top Tights and Other Shapewear Pieces

Start by wearing a pair of high-quality control top tights to tuck and smoothen your midsection, lift your buttocks, and slim down your hips and thighs. Then put on cami shapewear or a bodysuit for additional tummy-tucking support.

David's Bridalplus size guide

We're proud to offer plus size wedding dresses, from classic ball gowns to dramatic mermaids, in sizes 14W–30W.

When it comes to the fashion industry, "plus size" generally refers to clothing labeled size 14 and up in the United States, although this varies by brand and may start anywhere from size 12 to 18. In the UK, it's typically size 16 and up, and in Europe, the sizes usually begin at 44 and up.

According to PLUS Model magazine, "In the fashion industry, plus size is identified as sizes 18 and over, or sizes 1X-6X and extended size as 7X and up". The article continues "Susan Barone [...] shared, 'Plus sizes are sizes 14W – 24W.

Which fabric is best for a chubby girl? ›

You can opt for the light and flowy fabrics like georgette, chiffon and net. Sarees in georgette and chiffon are considered most ideal for the plus size women as these fabrics give an illusion of slimmer body.

Invest in some classic pieces like a tailored blazer, a well-fitting pair of trousers, a versatile pencil skirt, and a couple of blouses in neutral colors. These can be combined in various ways to create outfits that are both professional and stylish.