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Home • Fashion

7 Pretty Plus-Size Dresses for Spring

Whether you’re looking for a sleek silhouette or a pretty print, an ensemble for the office or a frock for a fete, we’ve got you covered.
7 Pretty Plus-Size Dresses for Spring
Ashley Stewart Pleated Tiered Maxi Dress
By Rebecca Daly · Updated October 26, 2020
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This article originally appeared on RealSimple.com.

01
Luxe by Carmen Marc Valvo Plus Size Floral Dress

This clever pattern centers the darkest part of the print right at your waist, creating a minimizing, nipped-in appearance that’s universally flattering.

7 Pretty Plus-Size Dresses for Spring
available at Dress Barn $64 Shop!
02
Avenue Blue Mixed Floral Cold Shoulder Dress

There’s little not to love about a fit-and-flare frock. From the on-trend “cold shoulder” look to the leg-elongating asymmetric hem, this one will be on repeat for whatever your summer schedule throws at you.

7 Pretty Plus-Size Dresses for Spring
available at Avenue $60 Shop!
03
Lauren Ralph Lauren Plus Denim Shirt Dress

Stock your closet with no-brainer summertime staples—like a denim dress—and you’ll never experience the “I have nothing to wear!” conundrum again. Just slip on your favorite shoes and you’re out the door.

7 Pretty Plus-Size Dresses for Spring
available at Dillards $135 Shop!
04
Kiyonna Barcelona Wrap Dress

A classic wrap style (updated with cute shoulder cut-outs) in versatile navy makes this dress a year-round staple. Add a blazer and tall boots for work during the winter months, then slip on sandals and statement earrings for warm-weather get-togethers.

7 Pretty Plus-Size Dresses for Spring
available at 6pm $65 Shop!
05
ASOS Curve Smart Midi Dress

Office appropriate without feeling stuffy, this modest style transitions effortlessly from desk to dinner, no wardrobe change needed.

7 Pretty Plus-Size Dresses for Spring
available at ASOS $64 Shop!
06
Ashley Stewart Pleated Tiered Maxi Dress

A tiered, pleated construction gives this maxi an ultra light and airy feel that can go casual with flat sandals or dressed up with heels (and eliminates any worry about clingy or tight-fitting fabric).

7 Pretty Plus-Size Dresses for Spring
available at Ashley Stewart $48.65 Shop!
07
City Chic Lace Underlay Chiffon Dress

A wardrobe not-so-secret weapon, every woman needs a go-to little black dress in her closet. With a lace pencil skirt and a floaty, sheer chiffon overlay, this one is anything but basic.

7 Pretty Plus-Size Dresses for Spring
available at Bloomingdales $89 Shop!