The Most Flattering Dress Styles for Plus Size

Dresses to accentuate that stellar silhouette.

14.04.22

By Lucy Mahoney

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This one’s all about our curvy girls. Yep, we’re calling out the most flattering dresses for plus size figures to accentuate everything mother nature gave you. With summer comes dress season, so check out our favorite plus size picks to keep you looking cute and feeling comfortable from breakfast date to evening BBQ. Think slinky slips, figure-hugging camis, and failsafe wrap styles. It’s all on the table, so take a seat.

Feminine Wrap Dresses

We’ll start at the top. More often than not, the wrap dress takes the universal crown as the best dress style for plus size figures. The belted feature of the wrap design cinches in the torso, creating a beautiful, hourglass effect by defining your waist. It’s also super flattering for bigger busts, as it provides more flexibility with the fabric than an ordinary pre-cut neckline. Plus, the style in itself is effortlessly versatile – sophisticated enough for the boardroom and sexy enough for the bar. Win win.

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Plus Size Wrap Maxi Shirt Dress
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Plus Size Floral Ruffle Midi Dress
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Plus Size Tiger Wrap Midi Dress
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Plus Floral Flock Wrap Mini Dress
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Plus Size Lace Wrap Mini Dress
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Plus Size Floral Wrap Mini Dress
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Plus Size Animal Ruffle Wrap Dress
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Close-Fitting Smock Dresses

Some confuse the term ‘smock dress’ with ‘an oversized dress – 5x sizes too big’ – which does nothing but hide that fabulous figure. But when it comes to the summer, an easy-breezy smock dress can be a super flattering closet contender (and practical, too). The secret? Shop for a close-fitting smock that offers freedom of movement, while not drowning out your frame. They’re also ideal for layering over biker shorts in that sweltering summer heat (if you know, you know). If you’re still not convinced by oversized, accessorize with a simple belt to create some silhouette definition.

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Plus Size Gingham Midi Smock Dress
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Plus Size Patchwork Smock Midi Dress
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Plus Size Leopard V Neck Smock Dress
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Plus Size Long Sleeve Smock Shirt Dress
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Plus Size Snake Tiered Smock Dress
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Plus Size Zebra Wrap Midi Dress
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Plus Size Retro Floral Smock Mini Dress
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Plus Size Gingham Midi Smock Dress
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Jersey Bodycon Dresses

Another flattering dress for curves is the jersey bodycon, made with a soft and stretchy knit fabric. Regardless of your clothing size or shape, a bodycon is guaranteed to turn heads in all the right ways and help you feel confident in your skin. The secret here is the jersey knit fabric that hugs the body’s silhouette, showing off your curves, all the while moving WITH your body, rather than fighting against it. This assures there’s no fabric pulling or ruching where there shouldn’t be, and nothing is restricting you from those important daily activities.

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Plus Size Polka Dot Midi Dress
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Plus Size Bodycon Mini Dress
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Plus Size Ruched Satin Mini Dress
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Plus Size Animal Print Maxi Dress
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Plus Size Wrap Belted Midi Dress
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Plus Size Jersey Long Sleeve Dress
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Plus Size Recycled Ruched Mini Dress
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Plus Size Wrap Midi Belted Dress
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Satin Slip Dresses

Romantic and timeless, a stunning slip dress is one of the most flattering dresses for plus size as, when made with good quality satin, they gracefully smoothen the silhouette. Our Nasty plus size slip dresses are cut with curves in mind, so rather than the typical straight cut slips were once renowned for, they allow for more room across the lower half. This in turn means they’re not only flatterin, but more wearable than other styles. Slip dresses are also totally versatile, and if you want to wear them cross-seasonally we suggest sizing up so you can comfortably wear a t-shirt underneath.

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Plus Size Marble Mini Cami Dress
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Plus Size Smudge Print Cami Dress
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Plus Size Cowl Mini Cami Dress
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Plus Size Strappy Satin Cami Dress
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Plus Size Zebra Cowl Neck Cami Dress
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Plus Size Floral Loose Cami Dress
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Plus Size Zebra Cowl Neck Cami Dress
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Plus Size Animal Cowl Cami Dress
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Cami Mini Dresses

And finally, no list of the best dresses for plus size figures would be complete without the summer essential cami dress. Similar to the slip, this loose-fitting sleeveless dress is summer-approved, in that it’s breathable and airy, and teases just enough of your curvy silhouette to challenge the summer heat, without leaving you feeling flushed or restricted. There are a million ways to style a simple cami dress, too. Layer under a sweater or open shirt, belt it up, or pair under that fresh new summer jacket.

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Plus Size Asymmetric Maxi Slip Dress
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Plus Size Satin Cowl Maxi Slip Dress
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Plus Size Halterneck Midi Slip Dress
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Plus Size Cowl Neck Midi Slip Dress
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Plus Size Strappy Satin Midi Dress
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Plus Size Cowl Back Maxi Slip Dress
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Plus Size Strappy Midi Slip Dress
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Want more? Check out our post on Plus Size Spring Dresses (that you can totally take into summer).