The best styles for plus-size modest bridesmaid dresses

When it’s time to start shopping for your bridesmaids’ dresses, if you have any bridesmaids who are more full-figured, you’ll want to find appropriate plus-size modest bridesmaid dresses that will make your bridesmaids feel comfortable.

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There are certain styles that you should avoid if you have plus-size bridesmaids. First, don’t choose a dress that either hugs the hips of your friends or emphasizes their busts. Also, if you’re looking for plus-size modest bridesmaid dresses, you should avoid strapless dresses, which will make any bridesmaid you have with a larger bust very uncomfortable.

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Instead, choose plus-size modest bridesmaid dresses that have sleeves or larger straps. With sleeves, you can choose either long sleeves or even three-quarter-length sleeves, which are becoming much more popular, especially for cooler-weather weddings. If you choose a dress with larger straps, then your bridesmaids to wear a supportive bra and won’t droop or expose themselves accidentally, either when they bend down to help you straighten your train or when they help you dance the night away on the dance floor. Pair the dress with a jacket or shawl, which will make your bridesmaids feel more comfortable since they will be able to cover their arms and upper bodies and won’t feel so exposed.

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Ideally, you’ll choose a long bridesmaids dress, which is wonderful for hiding larger legs if that’s a problem spot for any of your bridesmaids. However, if none of your bridesmaids have larger legs that need hiding, you might try a tea-length dress, which can still help hide problem thighs or hips, but are far less formal and much more fun than a long ball gown would be. Chose a style and material that does not hug your bridesmaids’ waists, which will help hide any bulges or lumps that a plus-size bridesmaid won’t want to show off. For this purpose, empire waist dresses are ideal. They do a great job hiding a bridesmaid’s larger stomach, hips, or thighs.

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Alternatively, a-line dresses are another good choice for hiding the same problem areas. Two-piece bridesmaid dresses can help cinch your bridesmaids’ waists, accentuate their curves, and still hide problem hip and thigh areas. Plus, since many plus-size women are sized differently on the top than on the bottom, they’ll have an easier time finding a dress that fits them more comfortably. If you can find a bridesmaid dress you like with a v-neckline—one that’s not too deep—also will serve to accentuate your bridesmaids’ curves without being too risqué.

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The best fabric you can choose for plus-size modest bridesmaid dresses include lace, chiffon, or matte, with an organza or tulle overlay. These are light fabrics that will not add extra bulk or mass to your bridesmaids, who will appreciate not being made to look like a bigger than they really are. And, choosing the right color for your plus-size modest bridesmaid dresses will also serve to slim your friends’ figures. Avoid lighter colors and pastels, which tend to make women look larger. Instead, choose richer colors, like chocolate, black, forest green, royal blue, or rich maroon. All of these colors are very popular nowadays for weddings, and will make your bridesmaids more comfortable while they are at your side on your big day.

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