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Summer Dresses: Full-Figured & Fab

Take on the ultimate summer soirée in these ten must-have frocks!
By Candace Marie Stewart · Updated October 27, 2020
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01
Silk Symphony

Go ahead and channel your inner diva in this supremely flattering silk button-up. 

Dress, DVF, $345, net-a-porter.com.

Summer Dresses: Full-Figured & Fab
02
Vincent van Gogh Frock

Paint your curves in this artful frock and be ready to receive amazing reviews.  

Dress, ModCloth, $129.99, modcloth.com.

Summer Dresses: Full-Figured & Fab
03
Fine Print

Smoldering hot summer days call for looser fittings and higher hemlines.

Dress, Simply Be, $74.95, simplybe.com.

Summer Dresses: Full-Figured & Fab
04
Dripping In Denim

Listen ladies, when it comes to materials such as denim, make sure to add a thin belt that cinches at the waist and brings the entire ensemble together. 

Dress, Target, $32.99, target.com.

Summer Dresses: Full-Figured & Fab
05
Floral Flashback

For summer, incorporate a light floral dress such as this flirty number.  For a toned down look pair with a fun pair kicks. 

Dress, Dorothy Perkins, $59.99, dorothyperkins.com.

Summer Dresses: Full-Figured & Fab
06
Jump To It!

You plus this jumpsuit equals utter perfection. 

Jumpsuit, Target, $36.99, target.com.

Summer Dresses: Full-Figured & Fab
07
Drenched In Designer

Highlight your waist and bust in this designer frock perfect for a weekend in the Hamptons. 

Dress, Dolce & Gabbana, $1,625, net-a-porter.com.

Summer Dresses: Full-Figured & Fab
08
Count On Me

You’ve just laid your eyes on the perfect A-line dress that will flatter your bust and create a smaller waist pronto.

Dress, ModCloth, $79.99, modcloth.com.

Summer Dresses: Full-Figured & Fab
09
Seeing Spots

Divas, take a walk on the wild side in this exotic spot dress.  This sassy number includes striking slits that instantly draws the eye down to your marvelous legs. 

Dress, H&M, $34.95, hm.com.

Summer Dresses: Full-Figured & Fab
10
Blue Me Away

Keep it sweet and stylish in this radiant blue and white frock.

Dress, ModCloth, $84.99, modcloth.com.

Summer Dresses: Full-Figured & Fab