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5 Best Dress Silhouettes for Plus-Size Fashion

Fashion is more inclusive than ever, with plus-size clothes today coming in so many shapes, prints, styles, and colors. Some silhouettes are better than others for plus-size fashion, however, as they can more elegantly fit and flatter fuller figures. Beautiful women come in all shapes and sizes, that’s why inclusion is so important in plus-size fashion. Read on to find out some of the best dress silhouettes in plus-size fashion currently on the consumer market.

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5 Best Dress Silhouettes for Plus-Size Fashion

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Peplum plus size-fashion

The peplum has become a popular silhouette for all plus-size body types, and the flared ruffles that are usually along the middle of the dress are now also at the bottom of the garment. Try the style for yourself with this website’s wide plus size selection, which is sure to turn heads. You can slip on some leather sandals and lip gloss for a casual lunch, or take out those high-heeled boots and vibrant red lipstick for a night out.

A-Line Plus Size Dresses

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A-line dresses look like the letter “A” as they are tight at the top of the skirt portion and then gradually flare out at the bottom. The silhouette creates a subtle hourglass shape and works well with just about any body type. This type of dress is often worn with a belt to emphasize an hourglass figure. The selection of floral A-line dresses featured on this site are perfect for a brunch date with your girlfriends. Pair your chosen dress with a wide brim floppy hat and a straw bag to really capture that carefree summer look.

Straight Plus Size Dresses

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Straight dresses are comfortable and cool enough to be worn to the office or on a date. They’re ideal for rectangle and apple shape body types, as they can balance out wide shoulders with your waist. In a previous post on How to Pick the Right Tunic for Your Body Type, Nerline talked about how you can level up the classic straight silhouette by choosing the right pattern that flatters your figure. For instance, a straight tunic with embellishments on the top is ideal if you don’t want to draw attention to your bust area.

Empire plus-size Fashion

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The empire silhouette places emphasis on your upper body, as the dress is tight under your bust area instead of your waist. It’s one of the most flattering silhouettes for any body shape, but is best for oval or triangle body types, as it takes the attention away from the areas beneath the bust. Amazon’s collection of plus-size dresses includes a stylish square neck midi dress with an empire silhouette that you can wear from day to night. Don’t hesitate to go big on accessories like golden hoops and glamorous bangles, or even a classic clutch to really elevate the outfit.

Fit-and-Flare

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Perhaps the most well-known dress silhouette, fit-and-flare dresses are exactly what they sound like. They fit snugly around the bust up to the waist, and then flare all the way to the bottom. This silhouette can bring out your feminine figure, and can be worn for formal events like proms and weddings. While it is ideal for women with an hourglass figure, bottom and midsection-heavy body shapes can totally rock this silhouette. Fit-and-flare dresses will give you a defined waistline regardless of your shape or size.

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21 Comments

  2. Dre
    August 17, 2019 / 4:33 pm

    Thanks for sharing this! All of my dresses are A line or Fit n Flare. I love how these styles look on my frame. I may have to venture out and try new silhouettes soon.

    • Nerline Germain
      Author
      August 20, 2019 / 2:39 am

      I love fit and flare too, sis. THanks babe.

  3. KizzyDoll
    August 19, 2019 / 11:17 am

    These ladies and styles look amazing and I’m happy clothes in places are becoming more inclusive to all sizes!! Happy Monday lovely x

  4. Neti
    August 20, 2019 / 12:35 am

    I really like the peplum style because it is very flattering and hide most sins. Great post!

    • Nerline Germain
      Author
      August 20, 2019 / 2:38 am

      Omg! I love it too, especially the color. THanks sis.

    • Nerline Germain
      Author
      August 21, 2019 / 11:28 pm

      I love the Peplum too sis.

  7. Allie Mackin
    August 20, 2019 / 5:15 pm

    This is so true. I think clothing and fashion has come a long ways with plus size fashion. You presented some great examples and wonderful pieces here!

    Allie of
    http://www.allienyc.com

  10. Chic Therapy
    December 17, 2019 / 10:15 pm

    Peplum is always a hit

    • Nerline Germain
      Author
      January 10, 2020 / 5:44 am

      I totally agree. Thanks sis.

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