Plus Size Wedding Guest Dresses (2024)

FAQs

What size is considered plus size in wedding dresses? ›

Plus-size wedding dresses typically range from sizes 14 and up, with some selections offering up to size 30. However, sizes can vary depending on the designer and retailer. It's important to note that bridal gown sizing can be different than the size you're used to wearing, so don't get too stuck on the number.

Women wedding guests should wear full-length dresses, be it a ballgown, a sheath or an A-line dress. High heels are strongly recommended. Feel free to accessorize with opulent jewelry and even elbow-length white silk gloves.

It really depends on the wedding's dress code and the couple's preference. If the wedding is formal, a long dress might be more appropriate, but for a casual or beach wedding, a short dress could work perfectly.

Bridal sizing isn't like typical street wear sizing. While you might be a size 4-6 in jeans, you're in fact a bridal size 8-10, and if you're a size 14-16, you're likely a 18-20. Don't worry about it–sizing is just a number! You'll likely see most of our samples in a bridal size 8, 10, 12, 18, 20 or 22 to try on.

The staff suggests that if a wedding is taking place at 4 p.m. or 5 p.m., you should wear something that easily transitions from day to night; any ceremony after 6 p.m. should be strictly co*cktail.

I have advised readers that while bare legs are fine even at the most formal events, hosiery also is perfectly acceptable as long as it's skin tone and sheer.

When it comes to maxi dresses at casual weddings, you might feel like you're overdressed, but really, maxis look good at any wedding. To keep things on the casual side, choose dresses that feature playful prints, like ditsy florals, and unique details, like a cut-out, to ace the dress code every time.

Whether your tall or short, flat-chested or not, a good rule of thumb for everyone is that the dress or skirt should not be more than two inches above the knee.

Typically, we suggest making your bridal dress appointments 9-12 months prior to your wedding date. This date is suggested with the goal of picking out and ordering a dress 8-9 months before the wedding. This gives you plenty of time to shop around and find the dress of your dreams.

Your bridal shoes

If you're planning to wear towering heels on your wedding day, you'll want to limit the amount you hem your dress from the floor to 3cm or less. On the other hand, if you're planning on wearing flats, you'll probably want to hem your dress by more than 3cm to prevent you from tripping over it.

Is a size 12 wedding dress plus size? ›

Yes, wedding dress sizing is different from regular street sizing. "Wedding dress sizes differ by running about three sizes larger than regular dress sizes," says Bergeron. "This means that a bride who wears a size 12 in the mall would be around a bridal size 18."

I believe it is essential for brides to see the fit of the gown and feel good while they do it! Most of my dresses are a bridal size 10 or 12, which would be sizes 8 or 10 in street (aka ready-to-wear) sizing. I do, at times, have gowns in a size 8 or size 14 as well. You can browse my current gown selection here.

US size 16 in women's dresses is UK size 20. This is equivalent to the XL international size. This dress size has a bust of 108-113 cm (42-44.5 inches), a waist of 90-85 cm (35.5-37.5 inches), and a hips size of 113-116 cm (44-45.5 inches).