Plus Size Wedding Dresses

bbwpixie · 05-30-2012, 03:19 PM

Hiya All

I've been writing some hubpages on plus size wedding dresses and wondered if anyone had personal experiences to share of hunting for "the dress".

If anyone is interested in what I've written so far happy to share but didn't want to be spammy

bbwpixie x

BBW Betty · 05-30-2012, 07:20 PM

I lucked out and found a local seamstress who made mine. She did exactly what I wanted, and for a lot less than most "average" sized brides would have paid at a boutique / dress shop. That includes also making all three bridesmaid dresses.

bbwpixie · 05-31-2012, 05:23 PM

Great idea Betty - I'm trying to concentrate on affordable gowns that retail for under $300 but I think I'll incorporate your suggestion in my next hub

bbwpixie x

CorinaJade · 06-22-2012, 01:55 AM

I've found hunting for an affordable, elegant yet flattering wedding gown in plus sizes to be near impossible for me. Especially because i'm such a pear shaped girl, my top half is an 18 in Australian sizes, and my bottom half is a 22 - 24 depending on the brands. And in Australia there are so FEW bridal places dedicated to plus size brides that don't make you look frumpy.

I would be very interested to hear how other plus size brides found their gowns, because i'm at the point where it's too upsetting to plan my own wedding >.< and that just seems wrong.

PamelaLois · 06-22-2012, 10:18 PM

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Originally Posted by CorinaJade

I've found hunting for an affordable, elegant yet flattering wedding gown in plus sizes to be near impossible for me. Especially because i'm such a pear shaped girl, my top half is an 18 in Australian sizes, and my bottom half is a 22 - 24 depending on the brands. And in Australia there are so FEW bridal places dedicated to plus size brides that don't make you look frumpy.

I would be very interested to hear how other plus size brides found their gowns, because i'm at the point where it's too upsetting to plan my own wedding >.< and that just seems wrong.

My suggestion is to buy the dress that fits your larger parts and then have a seamstress alter it to fit the smaller bits

prplecat · 06-24-2012, 06:42 AM

If you're having a non-traditional wedding, Holy Clothing has some really pretty dresses that would work. The skirts on their dresses are very full, and they give the actual garment measurements on each style...which helps a LOT.

collared Princess · 06-24-2012, 10:57 AM

I bought my dream dress in the largest size they had I think it was a 22/24.. I took it to a seamstress and she opened the sides up and placed 2 white silk panels about 6-8 inches on each side..no one knew and I had a designer dress..send me a message and I will send you a picture if you would like..

penguin · 06-24-2012, 04:07 PM

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Originally Posted by CorinaJade

I've found hunting for an affordable, elegant yet flattering wedding gown in plus sizes to be near impossible for me. Especially because i'm such a pear shaped girl, my top half is an 18 in Australian sizes, and my bottom half is a 22 - 24 depending on the brands. And in Australia there are so FEW bridal places dedicated to plus size brides that don't make you look frumpy.

I would be very interested to hear how other plus size brides found their gowns, because i'm at the point where it's too upsetting to plan my own wedding >.< and that just seems wrong.

This site has a lovely range of plus size gowns, and I'm sure you'd be able to find something that can be altered to fit your figure.

CorinaJade · 06-25-2012, 12:08 AM

Oh my gosh penguin thank you SO much for posting that website, the dresses are gorgeous! There's even a store near me! How exciting!

penguin · 06-25-2012, 05:04 AM

I hope you'll find something you love!

05-30-2012, 03:19 PM	#1
bbwpixie Junior Member Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: UK Posts: 8	Plus Size Wedding Dresses Hiya All I've been writing some hubpages on plus size wedding dresses and wondered if anyone had personal experiences to share of hunting for "the dress". If anyone is interested in what I've written so far happy to share but didn't want to be spammy bbwpixie x

05-30-2012, 07:20 PM	#2
BBW Betty Made My Saving Throw Join Date: Oct 2005 Location: Wisconsin Posts: 3,700	I lucked out and found a local seamstress who made mine. She did exactly what I wanted, and for a lot less than most "average" sized brides would have paid at a boutique / dress shop. That includes also making all three bridesmaid dresses. __________________ The Fat Lady Sings "Be the change you want to see in the world." --Mahatma Gandhi

06-24-2012, 06:42 AM	#6
prplecat Member Join Date: Jun 2007 Location: Wichita Falls, Texas Posts: 50	If you're having a non-traditional wedding, Holy Clothing has some really pretty dresses that would work. The skirts on their dresses are very full, and they give the actual garment measurements on each style...which helps a LOT. __________________ The proper order of things is often a mystery to me.

06-25-2012, 05:04 AM	#10
penguin Fnord Join Date: Dec 2010 Location: Brisbane, Australia. Posts: 4,598	I hope you'll find something you love! __________________ Growing old is mandatory. Growing up is optional. My wishlist.

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05-31-2012, 05:23 PM	#3
bbwpixie Junior Member Join Date: Jan 2007 Location: UK Posts: 8	Great idea Betty - I'm trying to concentrate on affordable gowns that retail for under $300 but I think I'll incorporate your suggestion in my next hub bbwpixie x

06-22-2012, 01:55 AM	#4
CorinaJade Junior Member Join Date: Jun 2012 Location: Australia Posts: 24	I've found hunting for an affordable, elegant yet flattering wedding gown in plus sizes to be near impossible for me. Especially because i'm such a pear shaped girl, my top half is an 18 in Australian sizes, and my bottom half is a 22 - 24 depending on the brands. And in Australia there are so FEW bridal places dedicated to plus size brides that don't make you look frumpy. I would be very interested to hear how other plus size brides found their gowns, because i'm at the point where it's too upsetting to plan my own wedding >.< and that just seems wrong.

06-24-2012, 10:57 AM	#7
collared Princess Senior Member Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Akron Ohio Posts: 571	I bought my dream dress in the largest size they had I think it was a 22/24.. I took it to a seamstress and she opened the sides up and placed 2 white silk panels about 6-8 inches on each side..no one knew and I had a designer dress..send me a message and I will send you a picture if you would like..

06-25-2012, 12:08 AM	#9
CorinaJade Junior Member Join Date: Jun 2012 Location: Australia Posts: 24	Oh my gosh penguin thank you SO much for posting that website, the dresses are gorgeous! There's even a store near me! How exciting!