Dress style for plus size?!?

[nellgirl]

I need a dress for my SIL's wedding next month and I have no idea what to get. My shape was more pear-like, but since having my daughter, I'm bigger up top as well. When I tried on my existing dresses, I ended up looking like an undefined blob.
I'm not looking for anything too formal, probably reasonably long, and something that I can wrangle my super wiggly toddler while wearing.
What styles do you recommend? Thank you!

[MixedBerryJam]

I like looking online at Nordstrom. They always have free shipping and you can search by event, neckline, and whole lot of criteria. shop.nordstrom.com/c/womens-dresses-shop. Good luck shopping! Nordstrom rack is good, too, but I don't think their shipping is free.

[blondemoment123]

I'd go with a fit and flare. I'm a pretty solid bear shape and find that pretty flattering.

ETA: pear!!

[cabbagecabbage]

For me, the most important criteria is hitting at the smallest part of my waist. That can be a natural waist or empire depending on how you carry your weight but it makes a world of difference and keeps me from feeling like a blob. I also require straps that can cover a real bra. Knowing which shape and sleeves are a must eliminates 70% of the dresses I see and it's easy to grab ones that work even if I don't love them on the hanger. Sometimes I'm pleasantly surprised.

[treedimensional]

I like a knee length sheath. I don't like anything that flares out at the bottom, but I 100% agree with the person who said it depends on where/how you carry the weight.

[LoveTrains]

Fit and flare or empire waist

[gennyu]

City Chic has some really cute and reasonably priced options. The first one I linked is my fave and looks SO flattering.

shop.nordstrom.com/s/city-chic-border-flocked-fit-flare-dress-plus-size/4177156?origin=category-personalizedsort&fashionsize=Plus%201X%20(14-16W)&fashioncolor=FRENCH%20BLUE

shop.nordstrom.com/s/city-chic-rose-beauty-belted-fit-flare-dress-plus-size/4429803?origin=category-personalizedsort&fashionsize=Plus%201X%20(14-16W)&fashioncolor=RED%20SCARLET

shop.nordstrom.com/s/city-chic-lace-corset-fit-flare-dress-plus-size/4136935?origin=category-personalizedsort&fashionsize=Plus%201X%20(14-16W)&fashioncolor=TEAL

[RoxMonster]

I am plus size as well and carry a lot of weight in my stomach area. I have actually had good luck getting wedding dresses from Dress Barn. I agree with something that comes in at your waist. Here are a couple options I saw on their site:




www.dressbarn.com/plus-size-lace-fit-and-flare-dress/prd-103066305#color/938




www.dressbarn.com/plus-size-abstract-floral-scuba-dress/prd-103120134#color/933

[starlily]

Jun 25, 2017 10:09:47 GMT -5 nellgirl said:

I need a dress for my SIL's wedding next month and I have no idea what to get. My shape was more pear-like, but since having my daughter, I'm bigger up top as well. When I tried on my existing dresses, I ended up looking like an undefined blob.
I'm not looking for anything too formal, probably reasonably long, and something that I can wrangle my super wiggly toddler while wearing.
What styles do you recommend? Thank you!

This is a Wtoo (Watters & Watters) bridesmaid dress that I wore last weekend. Empire waist, V-neck, and straps that could accommodate a regular bra. The sash helped with waist definition. Might be hard to get the exact dress by next month, but if you see something similar try it on! I had my doubts when I saw it online, but it ended up being very comfortable and flattering.

PS: I'm more top heavy, but one of the other girls was more pear shaped and had chosen the same dress. It looked great on her as well. I think the wrap effect on the skirt covers a lot of different types of problem areas. Both of us ordered plus sizes.

[ellebebold]

Fit & flare usually works well. Hope you made a satisfactory choice from the answers here.