In keeping with this week’s topics, this article will focus on top top plus size formal dresses from four high street stores.
Evans (site: evans.co.uk) has a small selection of plus size formal dresses that are great for the Christmas season.
This black mesh longline dress is perfect for plus size women. The structured body will keep your figure line smooth, and the mesh shoulders will minimize the size of arms and shoulders.
The relaxed bottom half of the dress will minimize width of thighs and hips too.
The cute bow detailing at the back of the dress adds some femininity to an otherwise plain dress.
Mesh dresses are very popular at the moment, and you can grab this one for £32.
The dress is available in up to a size 32.
New Look (site: newlook.co.uk) has a wide variety of great plus size formal dresses,
This black georgette dress is a feminine take on the LBD.
The bubble hem is very flattering on the hips, and the elasticated waist creates an hour glass figure.
The ruffled v neck collar and sleeves are what add the girly and feminine features.
The dress is £22 and available in up to a size 22.
Yours Clothing (site: yoursclothing.co.uk) has a great black pannelled dress with sequin waist detail.
This is another great alternative to the LBD.
The crossover bust is great for minimizing a large chest, and the sequinned waist band highlights the narrowest part of your body, making you appear slimmer.
The longer length is perfect for formal occasions, and the shape of the dress will be very figure-smoothing.
The dress is priced at £30 and is available in up to a size 32.
Dorothy Perkins (site: dorothyperkins.co.uk) has the perfect ‘statement’ dress for this season – beware though, you have to wear with confidence!
This oyster sequin dress is bang on trend with both sequins and metallic material.
The back is a low back v-neck, and the dress finishes mid-thigh.
The capped shoulders are perfect for hiding large shoulders and covering the tops of arms.
The dress is £40 and is available in up to a size 20.
Dorothy Perkins has a wide range of party dresses available in plus sizes, and their quality and delivery is always excellent.
These styles are fantastic for younger women, and it’s great to see more sexy dresses for plus sizes, but what about the plus size woman of a certain age? Being sexy is not always the number one priority for the 30+ crowd, who also have plenty of special occasions to dress up. If you’ve got a romantic evening or you’re a plus size mother of the bride or groom, or mother of the bat mitzva girl, where do you find just the right look for your most special of all occasions?
Often a simple dress or separates and a terrific jacket is the way to go. A basic dress that’s comfortable and versatile dressed up with a distinctive wrap and great jewelery can be the answer when a sophisticated look is desired.
A full range of elegant evening looks is available for all budgets at http://www.plus-size.com. We’ve been dressing plus size women for 20 years and know a bit about what works on each body type.
If you’d like to choose from a selection of designer fabrics and have us create your ideal look, Plus Size Couture is the answer and you’ll find it at http://www.plus-size.com and nowhere else on the web.
Options is what it’s all about! xoxo Peg Lutz