Plus Size Dresses

Hi Everyone!  It’s been a while since my last post - let’s just say I’ve been out and about, shopping my brains out and keeping my eyes open for more incredible plus size fashions to share with you.  And one thing I’ve noticed is that it’s becoming easier and easier to find great fashions in plus sizes.  I’ve written about it before - it used to be the highlight of my month to find a pretty plus size dress.  Everything else was either too small, made from a clown costume, or cut like a trash bag.

I’m here to tell you that we’ve come a long way.

Take a peek at what I’m talking about:

Finding something like this (outside of a custom tailor, of course) 5 years ago was unthinkable.  I mean look at it! It’s got a clean empire waistline, wide straps, a nice little overlap on the neckline edge treatment, and the detail on the lower hem is just to die for.  Put this on for a summer garden party or a night out with your man and you’ll be in seventh heaven.

Next up we’ve got something a little busier, a little more complicated, but magnificent none-the-less.This is another great example of an empire waist, but this time the neckline doesn’t swoop quite as low, and of course we have sleeves with a great little flair at the end.  The neck is held together by some cute ties, which is something I like with a higher line.  Just like the last one, you could wear this anywhere.  put on some flats to keep it casual, or a hot little pair of heels or wedges to dress it up and a little more attention.  I love brown, and I love this pattern.  This one’s a real winner for sure.

The last one for this post has a square neckline and wide straps.  Notice that it does have very small sleeves, but that the sleeve line cuts slightly in the middle to give it a sleeveless look without the sleeveless feel!  Great little feature to look for when you’re out and about shopping.  The pattern on the top is simple, yet significant in that it draws the eyes up the dress and naturally to your chest, shoulders, and face.  It’s a real winner on a lot of fronts in my book..!

I’ve been doing a LOT of shopping for plus size dresses online lately.  I have to be honest, I spend a lot of time shopping online for great plus size fashions and I love the heck out it.  It’s pretty close to instant gratification, if only I could find a way to virtually try them on and not have to wait for shipping.

I’ve mentioned it before, I think, but I buy a lot of clothing online and send a lot of it back once I get it.  You have to be organized to make sure you don’t end up with a bunch of clothes you won’t wear, but I think it’s perfectly OK to buy, try, and return if it’s not quite what you had in mind.

Here’s a few of my recent favorites that you have to take a look at.

From our friends over at Igigi, we have these two divine selections:

This is a great number that has a more casual feel to it, but could still be worn to the office or a fun night out to dinner and a show.  It has an empire waist, which I love, but still maintains a tailored bottom and emphasizes your curves and does a real number on your legs as well.  The 3/4 length sleeves give it a slightly more professional, or career look.  Perfect for a big meeting or presentation.

Next, we have this gem, again from Igigi:

This is definitely a more casual, cocktail dress that you’d wear to a party or out on a date with your one-and-only (tell him he’s your one-and-only no matter what..! =] ).  The bateau neckline goes wide but still hands on the shoulders.  It’s the closest thing to strapless that you’ll get that still has sleeves.  Again, it has an empire waist and a flared skirt.  The detail on the sleeves is the icing on the cake.  I love it!

Head on over to Sydney’s Closet to have a look at this number:

Wow!  They claim it’s an A-Line, but I don’t necessarily agree with that.  It’s also listed under plus size bridesmaid dresses which it certainly could be, but it might upstage the actual wedding gown itself so be careful!  It’s strapless, which some gals tend to shy away from (I love them), but it’s clean and cut well enough that this could be a great break-through dress to expand your fashion comfort zone.