How to Buy a Plus Size Spring Formal Dress

Finding a stunning spring formal dress is not that much more difficult for a curvaceous woman. With a little research and a few hours of shopping, you should be able to find a dress which makes you feel comfortable and look good.

Instructions

    • 1

      Decide what undergarments you're planning to wear. If you decide to wear a girdle, you will need to wear it while you shop for dresses. Undergarments can change the way a dress looks on you, so it's best to be prepared when you're making your decision.

    • 2

      Take an honest look at your body. What features do you want to show off? Deciding what body parts you're comfortable with showing off in a spring formal dress will narrow your choices.

    • 3

      Decide what kind of sleeves you want. Plus size girls with larger chests should avoid strapless dresses, but they can wear spaghetti strap dresses or dresses with built-in bras. If you're not comfortable with your arms, buy a dress with flowing sleeves or a shawl.

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      Choose an appropriate length of dress to dance in. Plus size girls should go for an A-line dress to flatter their waists and slim their hips. If you plan to boogie down, go for a dress length around the knees. Longer dresses can work too, as long as they leave room for your legs to move.

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      Move around in your dress. You should be able to dance comfortably without worrying about popping out of your dress or being restrained by the fabric.

Tips & Warnings

  • Some dressmakers will charge more for a dress made for a plus size woman because of the additional fabric and trim needed to make the dress. Budget for your dress accordingly.

  • Wearing a good bra to a dress fitting is important for a plus size girl if you have a larger chest. If possible, wear the same bra that you intend to wear under your dress to the dance.

  • Buy control-top panty hose to wear with your dress if you're concerned about your stomach showing. Control-top hose does a good job smoothing out your stomach while not being uncomfortable.

  • Don't buy a dress that you can't fit into. Buying a too-small dress isn't good motivation to lose weight and will often result in you having to purchase a last-minute dress to wear to the spring formal.

  • Avoid shiny fabrics such as satin, since they emphasize curves.

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