Flattering Plus Size Bridesmaid Dresses
It’s important to see that your bridesmaids will be happy and comfortable on the day of your wedding. If all of your maids aren’t exactly the same size and shape, as is the case with most bridal parties, make it your mission to be a kind bride and explore all of the many options available for those who may need plus size bridesmaid dresses.
Today there are, thankfully, a great number of elegant and fashionable, plus size bridesmaid dresses in a variety of styles, many of which are thoughtfully designed to camouflage those common problem areas, such as both A-line and empire waist dresses. The ballroom style helps to emphasize an hourglass figure, corset tops minimize the waist and emphasize the bust, and a gown with a Basque waist is wonderful for minimizing bigger hips.
Some of the very best fabrics for fuller figures include:
- Chiffon
- Georgette
- Lace
- Matte
- Organza (For the overlay)
- Satin
- Tulle (For the overlay or embellishments)
If at all possible, steer clear of any pastel colors, which not only have already been overused quite often in years past, but they also tend to be less than flattering shades for the fuller figure.
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Darker colors are always slimming, and always in fashion. For autumn weddings consider deep shades such as plum, mocha, burgundy, or hunter green, while nuptials taking place during the winter could have the bridal party in colors including navy, silver, and crimson red. Other shades to consider instead of pastels for weddings in the spring and summer are creamy ivory, gold, beige, or deep purple. Allow the bridesmaids to voice their opinions and let them help choose colors that will emphasize their best features.
I just love the color of these dresses!
Plus size dresses and gowns intended for special occasions like a wedding usually run on the small side, making you wonder how you possibly could have gained weight overnight. The most important thing to remember is that not every dress will fit the same and the only way to ensure a great fit is to measure, measure, and then measure again. Also, don’t forget the undergarments as there are many that can help whittle away a dress size, or even two.
And last, but certainly not least, always remember that you’re definitely not limited to the “traditional” bridesmaid outfits or gowns as today, the possibilities really have exploded as designers and bridal dressmakers have finally gotten the hint that women of larger sizes should be amply accommodated just as their thinner counterparts. Consider two piece ensembles, mix-and-match separates, and if you’re truly a modern bride, there’s even a few line of denim separates with fancy matching tops to choose from.
If you absolutely can’t find anything to accommodate one of your maids, or if you aren’t able to find the right dress for yourself, perhaps you just aren’t looking in the right places. The internet is chock full of information and innumerable gowns to browse through as well as plenty of dresses that are labeled as “cocktail” or “prom” or “special occasion” dresses that would be perfect as plus size bridesmaid dresses.
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