Evening Dresses for Plus Sizes

Plus Size Prom Dresses

Prom is a special event, and for a girl nothing makes it more special than the right dress. Evening dresses for plus sizes add that element of magic that allows plus size teens to make that glamorous appearance in the right dress.

No longer do plus size teens have to "settle" for a dress they don't love. Today, a variety of styles for prom can be found in larger sizes in both formal and semi-formal selections. Here are a few popular looks:

• Gothic gown in classic style
• Contemporary gown that splits just above the thighs
• A-line silk chiffon
• Sheath dress

Evening Dresses for Plus Sizes

Picking a proper dress for your special occasion is made easier since plus size evening dresses are more available in a variety of styles and price ranges. They can be purchased at various department stores and online storefronts.

The Evening Store

The Evening Store specializes in evening wear. They offer both fit and style in dresses that are fully lined and zip in the back. The size chart available on the Web site not only provides guidance in finding the right fit for your dress, but The Evening Store also offers their designer's e-mail address and an invitation to e-mail him your dress size information with a few measurements. This personal service helps customers relax knowing they are cared for and that their dress will really fit.

eDress Me New York

At eDress Me New York you'll find the perfect evening dress for plus sizes as well as casual dresses, or formal and bridesmaids dresses. Here are a few of their popular styles:

• Black "Danielle" Leather-Trimmed Maxi Dress
• Modal Ruched Surplice Dress w/ Buttons
• Pebble Modal Ruched Dress with Lace
• 3/4 Sleeved Scalloped Boudoir Lace Dress
• Plus Sized Red Carpet Dresses

Igigi

Igigi's online selection of plus size evening wear showcases a large selection in varying lengths. Whether your looking for that "little black dress" or something flashier, or more formal you'll find it here.

• Lorena Beaded Dress in Black
• Hollywood Diva Satin Gown with a Matching Shawl
• Marilyn Halter Dress in Red
• Lace gown with Shrug

Avenue

Avenue also offers a variety of styles including several evening dresses in black for anyone shopping for that perfect addition to their wardrobe. Here are a few other selections available through Avenue.

• Disco Dot Metallic Dress
• Arden Color Block Dress
• Starlet Halter Dress
• Chantal Crepe Dress

Department Stores

If you would rather go to a brick and mortar store instead of shopping on line look for one of the following stores near you:

• Catherines
• Lane Bryant

Plus Size Designers

Another option is to have a dress designed for you. If you want to go all out and have a dress designed, the following designers produce world-class, plus-sized dresses. The cost is a little more than if you purchased your dress through regular vendors but the look will be uniquely yours. Designers include:

• Jovani
• Mori Lee
• Alfred Angelo
• Alyce
• Taffany

Plan Ahead

Don't put off shopping for your plus size evening dress because you may have to order the exact dress you want. You don't want to be forced to settle for a dress that isn't exactly what you want. If you don't want your upper arms exposed choose a dress with sleeves or that comes with a shrug. Make sure it fits your bust, with darts lined up to flatter your full figure. And when you do find the right dress, allow yourself time to find comfortable shoes, the right bra and any jewelry or other accessories you might want to add for that splash of pizzazz.