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10 of the Best Cocktail Dresses for Plus Size Women

Kerbi Lynn by Kerbi Lynn
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As the summer approaches, there is no doubt you will need new outfits for all of your warm weather needs. While a sundress is in, sometimes an event calls for a classic cocktail dress. Whether it’s date night, a day gala, a work event, or a wedding, a stylish cocktail dress is the easy answer. The warm months have arrived, meaning the best cocktail dresses for plus size women are in!

Finding the perfect cocktail dress can be tricky. However, there are some tips that can help you pick the best one for you. Before you pull out those maxi dresses, consider something a little shorter. Tradition says cocktail dresses should be knee-length and longer, so get ready to show off those legs! Additionally, this style of dress is considered semi-formal, a few notches down from formal. The goal is to be light-hearted, much like a cocktail hour.

If you are ready to find your perfect cocktail dress, bookmark this page!

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Here are 10 of the best cocktail dresses for plus size women!

A few cocktail dresses should be in every woman's closet. You never know when you'll need to pull one out for an event. While the weather is warm, grab these stylish cocktail dresses!

One Shoulder Bow Column Dress Pink
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One Shoulder Bow Column Dress

Up to a size 28

Also in Black

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Pretty Little Thing Draped Midi Dress

If you are hoping to show a little skin this summer, this is the perfect cocktail dress for you! It has the perfect amount of cleavage and a leg slit for sex appeal. It also has a cinched waist and draped design to accentuate your shape.

The dress comes in many colors, including pink, olive, and chocolate.

Up to size 26 (4XL)

Midi Mesh Shirred Bodycon Dress Leopard
Photo Credit: torrid.com

Midi Mesh Shirred Bodycon Dress

In three colors

Up to a size 6X (30)

Curve gem encrusted mini dress with pearl embellishment scalloped hem in blue
Photo Credit: asos.com

Curve gem encrusted mini dress with pearl embellishment & scalloped hem in blue

Up to a size 26

Antonia Dress emerald
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Antonia Dress - emerald

Up to a size 24

AFRM Olimpia Halter Mesh Midi Dress
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AFRM Olimpia Halter Mesh Midi Dress

Up to a 3X.

HM MESH DRESS
Photo Credit: www.hilarymacmillan.com

Mesh Dress

Up to a 4X.

Curve fallen shoulder pleat midi dress in sage
Photo Credit: asos.com

Curve fallen shoulder pleat midi dress in sage

Up to a size 26

Alayiah Midi Dress
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Alayiah Midi Dress

Up to a size 5X

Cutout Tiered Tulle Gown
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Cutout Tiered Tulle Dress

Up to a size 34/36 in both green and pink

As the summer begins to settle in, you will need a couple of cocktail dresses in your repertoire! Shop these cocktail dresses to grab the attention of any room you walk in.

The author’s content and opinions have not been pre-reviewed, approved or endorsed by Discover.

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Kerbi Lynn

Kerbi Lynn

Kerbi Lynn is the managing editor at The Curvy Fashionista. She is an entertainment and culture journalist from Atlanta, GA. In addition to covering celebrities and music, she is a certified makeup artist and a beauty lover. Kerbi has been published in MEFeater Magazine, HerAgenda, and BOSSIP.

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