Twelve Plus-Sized Bridal Dresses We Love

By Published On: March 6, 2024

The wedding dress you choose should make you feel beautiful, no matter your shape or size. Shopping for plus-size wedding dresses can be overwhelming when figuring out the perfect silhouette for your body. Plus you need to take into consideration the fabric and any embellishments to flatter and highlight all of your favorite assets. Here is a round-up of twelve wedding dresses we love for plus-sized brides. We will be going over all different styles so no matter what plus-size bride you are, there is a dress for you.

Before we get started, remember that bridal sizing is different from streetwear. Bridal sizing generally runs two to three sizes bigger than everyday clothes. So if you are a size 16, you could be a 20 or 22 in bridal. Don’t fret, and let the professionals help you find the right size.

Twelve Plus-Sized Bridal Dresses We Love

Plus-Size Ballgown: Ambrose by Maggie Sottero

Maggie Sottero carries a wide range of plus-size wedding dresses. Most of their wedding gowns come in sizes 0-28. The Ambrose satin ballgown features an asymmetrical neckline, buttons on the back trailing to the hem plus hidden pockets! The dress is also made from lower-impact materials, including recycled polyester.

Price: $1,729

Plus-Size A-Line Dress: AZAZIE Caymus

Caymus is a simple but beautiful a-line gown that features a scoop neckline and spaghetti straps. The bodice and chapel train are both pleated to add some details and movement to the dress. The high slit also adds extra movement plus helps elongate the legs.

Price: $399

Plus-Size Mermaid Dress: Oleg Cassini Lace Applique Mermaid Strapless Dress

This gown by Oleg Cassini is a stunning and romantic mermaid dress with a strapless plunging sweetheart neckline. Lace floral appliques adorn the dress while the mermaid skirt creates a beautiful shape. Mermaid silhouettes also work great for the petite bride.

Price: $999

Plus-Size Boho Wedding Dress: Andi B Bridal Ellanor Dress

Perfect for the boho bride, the Ellanor dress has delicate lace sleeves, a breathtaking neckline and a gorgeous lace train.

Price: $637.50

Plus-Size Beach Wedding Dress: Lulu’s Flynn White Lace Maxi Dress

The lovely lace Flynn dress is an a-line silhouette but also has a concave mermaid lace hem! Two silhouettes in one! It has an intricate lace design that was made for a beach wedding.

Price: $156

Plus-Size Long Sleeve Dress: Willowby by Watters Olen Lace Wedding Gown

There are so many romantic details on this plus-size long-sleeve dress, that we don’t even know where to begin! If you are going for ethereal, the Olena gown is for you. Gorgeous sheer sleeves with floral embroidery and a voluminous tulle pleated skirt — swoon!

Price: $1,750

Plus-Size Blush Wedding Gown: Bridal by ELOQUII Mixed Tulle Gown

For the bride who doesn’t want to wear white and who also needs a bit of extra support, this statement tulle-tiered blush dress by ELOQUII has a corset bodice with boning, underwire and power mesh to give you all the support you might need.

Price: $699

Plus-Size Backless Dress: Lulu’s Love of Details White Lace Backless Maxi Dress

A romantic lace dress with a plunging v-neckline and criss-cross straps that open up to an open back, the Love of Details dress from Lulus has a princess bodice that features eyelash lace accents and a sultry side slit.

Price: $136

Plus-Size Off-The-Shoulder Dress: Willowby by Watters Lilia Puff-Sleeve Lace Empire Wedding Gown

Delicate lace flowers adorn the A-line, off-the-shoulder Lilia gown to add dimension. The back of the dress is sheer and shows off intricate embroidery. The sleeves can be worn either on or off the shoulders.

Price: $1,495

Plus-Size Short Dress: Bridal by ELOQUII Mini Dress With Puff Sleeve Cape

For the bride who wants a shorter hemline and a more casual look, the ELOQUII fitted mini dress comes with detachable puff sleeves and a cape. Wear it during your wedding or change into this look for your reception.
Price: $159

Plus-Size Minimal Dress: Tadashi Shoji Dawson Long-Sleeve Crepe Wedding Gown

A simple yet dramatic dress for the minimalistic bride, the stretch long-sleeve crepe Dawson gown offers a simplistic silhouette with a plunging neckline that offers a bit of drama.

Price: $995

Plus-Size Empire Waist Dress: BHLDN Valerie Flutter-Sleeve Pleated Satin Wedding Gown

An elegant yet dramatic empire waist ballgown dress with a plunging neckline with delightful tiers of pleated charmeuse, the BHLDN Valerie gown also features flirty fluttery sleeves and an open square back.

Price: $1,295

You want to feel confident on your wedding day, and your dress should reflect that. Pick a dress silhouette that embraces your natural beauty and shape. Play around with different styles until you find the perfect dress!

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