Advice For Buying Plus Size Wedding Gowns Styles Designed For Curvy Figure Types

Three pictures of V-neck a-line wedding dresses

When it comes to plus size wedding gowns, how are you suppose to pick one that's flattering to your figure when they are pictured on small models?

You will find that most manufacturers make plus size gown collections. But not all manufacturers use plus size women to model their wedding dresses.


Tips For Choosing Plus Size Wedding Gowns When Buying Online

It is a challenge for plus size women to find wedding dress shops to try on bridal gowns in their size. So how can you pick a dress that flatters your figure? Follow these tips:

  • Identify your body type and use the information to figure out which styles look best on your shape.
  • Look at real brides. Find someone who is shaped similar to you notice their style choice and how it conceals or emphasize potential problem areas.
  • Look at the dresses on the models. Sometimes you may notice that the model shape is similar to yours. This can help you determine how the gown might look on you.


A-line lace ivory plus size wedding dress

This dress style is best for the hourglass body type and large bust body shape. Rectangle body shape with waist cinching shapewear can make this work. "

Think about design details that look flattering on you. Pay attention to the neckline, sleeves, and the silhouette of dress styles or blouses you may have in your closet. Ask yourself these questions:

  • Do you look better in a V-neck, scooped, square or sweetheart neckline?
  • Do you look your best in an a-line, empire waist, form-fitted, fit and flare or princess seam dress silhouette?
  • What special occasion or evening dress have you worn in the past that complimented your figure?

Find a wedding gown with the style details that are flattering on you in other clothing, and this will help you with picking the perfect wedding dress for you!


Related Pages



*Click here to read our disclosure regarding affiliate and advertising sponsors.