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Plus Size Special Occasion Dresses

Finding perfect Plus Size Special Occasion Dresses is not always an easy task.
The fashion market has slowly, but surely become aware of the voluptuous women and the market they represent. Plus Size women are tired of wearing gunny sacks and hiding their curves. They want plus size special occasion dresses that celebrate every inch of personal style. But how do you know what to pick?

Here are some tips to get you started:

Single color dresses that work with your eyes and complexion are always a good option for de-emphasizing parts of your body that may be bulky

Buy well-fitting dresses but not clingy ones (avoid anything that highlights tummy rolls for example)

To look taller and thinner use vertically lined dresses and 1” high heels (or higher)

Choose a conservative V neckline. You don’t need to advertise those assets more than they do for themselves.

Do not pick dresses with short jackets unless your bottom is your favorite feature

Remember that a dress is not a stand-alone item. No matter how great the dress if you add huge earrings or oversized purses to it, you’ll ruin the whole look.

Top Picks:

(These are the top picks for long floor length Plus Size Special Occasion Dresses. To see the Short Special Occasion Dress Plus Size top picks, go to Plus Size Cocktail Dresses.)

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Start your search for plus size formal occasion dresses at Sydney's Closet - it is their speciality and they have an incredible selection of Plus Size Special Occasion Dresses!

Don't let the name fool you! PromGirl has a HUGE selection of formal and semi-formal plus size dresses and gowns in sizes 14 to 44. If you need a formal or semi-formal dress or a prom gown, I recommend you start here. They have the best selection of plus size formal dresses online.

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House of Brides was a great selection of Plus Size Wedding, Wedding Party and Plus Size Formal Occasion Dresses.

Alight has a wonderful selection of Plus Size Dresses and Plus Size Formal Wear in sizes 14w to 32w. They have over 900 items by 100 different designers and one of the best selections of plus size formals and special occasion dresses online.
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If you are looking for upscale and designer plus size dresses, I would recommend starting at Macys. They have a very impressive selection of designer and name brand plus size dresses, including Ralph Lauren, Calvin Klein, Baby Phat, Jones New York, Michael Kors, Evan Picone and Donna Ricco.

One Stop Plus is the Plus Size Supercenter made up of Roamans, Jessica London, Avenue, Woman Within & Chadwicks. They have a great selection of plus size clothes for formal and special occasions.

Silhouettes consistently has a great selection of plus size clothing for special occasions. All of their items are available in sizes XL to 3X and many are available in 4X, 5X, 6X and they occasionally have 7Xs. Be sure and check their size chart before ordering, their sizing is very generous and is slightly different than standard sizing (if there is such a thing!) They have an exceptional return policy and great customer service and often will offer deferred billing.

Roaman's is a plus size catalog with moderately priced plus size trendy clothing. They have a large selection of dresses and sets for special occasions in sizes from 12w to 44w. I have ordered from them many times. They have a good return policy and very good customer service. They often have deferred billing available - which is nice!

Catherines has a great selection of dressier dresses and suits in sizes 14 to 36. Their styles are more traditional and modest than some of the trendier retailers. They do not have formal or cocktail dresses, but have a large selection of dresses and suits for weddings or less-than-formal special occasions.