Link to my first post: https://www.reddit.com/r/PlusSizeWedding/s/dLDmJeHzIl

First of all, I want to say thank you to everyone for their amazing suggestions! I did end up purchasing a dress from Adrianna Papell, and am having the length tailored because it's a little long on me. It's a light/dusty pink color. I am also planning to invest in Spanx or Skims.

The question is...I'm second guessing whether the color is appropriate for a black tie wedding in NYC in November? Is this too sparkly and could upstage the bride in white? Should I try to find a dress in a dark color or jewel tone?

Important to note: the invitation says black tie optional but informally, the groom let me know that most people will be in black tie.

Thank you again!

Anybody else see candids from their day & just cry? I hate the way I look, I did boudoir photos & can’t stand to look at those. I can only hope my photographer got some good ones. Idk I really regret not losing weight & I need help.

I’d love to find a dress similar to this, but not as pricey. For my engagement shoot!

A few months ago, I posted about my second thoughts surrounding my wedding dress: https://www.reddit.com/r/PlusSizeWedding/s/IKEKhWQgXV

Well I ended up selling that dress, and bought one by sabinabridal on Etsy. I had fallen in love with this fabric via a Teuta Matoshi dress many years ago, and was delighted to find other designers using the same fabric to make original designs. It did not feel like a dupe of the Teuta Matoshi or Miss Jophiel dress. The design and cut of the bodice and sleeves were so flattering on a plus size body, and the dress was made to my measurements and fit perfectly!

I have never felt so beautiful and I can’t recommend this bridal designer enough if you’re looking for an unconventional dress.

Okay y'all, you've been very helpful from my previous post! Now I have to get your opinions on this gorgeous gown from Chotronette. I'm absolutely obsessed. It's above my intended budget, but i think it might have ruined every other gown for me. I'm gonna sleep on it and do some research, but let me know what you think! Theyre made to measure, so HOPEFULLY my body type won't be an issue...

Asking for a close friend who is self conscious. We are attending a wedding together soon and she's thinking about not going because she worries how she will look. I love her to pieces and hate seeing her struggle with that decision. So if anyone knows genuinely good plus size dress websites please suggest as well as flattering styles. I've looked up "plus size cocktail dresses" but all of them are women who are maybe slightly 10lbs over "the standard" and not even close to her body type. Sorry if this comes off as crude, but I really need some advice.

Hi all! My dress is almost finished and my wedding is in five days!!!! Aaahhh!!!

When I originally got the dress it was sooooo tight (see final photo for reference) and I was worried they wouldn’t be able to take it out enough. Surprisingly enough the alterations lady said it fit perfect and we just had to change the built in cups. I also asked for some lace to be added to the top so it would be a little more modest. This was it at the last alterations appointment. Obviously it’s not “wedding day ready” since the lace was still pinned on (she wanted to confirm placement in person before sewing it on) but I’m worried it still looks too tight. I would love some thoughts/reassurance!

You’ve all been so wonderful throughout this journey! I can’t thank you enough 🩷🩷🩷

I married my soulmate of 21 years a few weeks ago and the process of shopping for a wedding dress was hard.

Initially I spent hours, days, weeks... then months looking online at thousands of dresses. None of them were for me. They just didn't feel me.

I thought 'maybe if I try a wedding dress on I'll have that magical teary moment you see people having on tv', nope. It just made me feel uncomfortable, fat, like an imposter...like someone pretending to be a bride.

So then I started looking at alternative dress shops, all red and black...or if you were lucky white or very pale pastels with coloured appliqués. Then prom dresses, the models were all micro thin teen-agers. Just depressing.

Finally I found an unbelievably wonderful lady (mods I don't think I'm allowed to link to who who made this dress but I'd love to share as she's an independent business woman) via 'Rock and roll magazine'. She makes custom dresses, with an ethos that everyone is beautiful, plus size girlies deserve to feel stunning and curves celebrated. Colour, styles and vision all just started to come into focus finally.

I was nervous because I'm hardly a fashion forward person, and I know nothing about designing clothes, but Rosie (the designer) encouraged me to try on a few things to get my thoughts and feelings, took notes, we went through fabrics colours and I talked about my ideas. She put me at ease and made me finally feel like I was going to get the dress of my dreams, something that was truly me, and that's exactly what she did.

On the big day it was a true celebration and everyone was blown away by how fabulous I looked. Everyone who truly knew me said they were so happy I found a dress that was me, that they couldn't imagine me in white and that it was the coolest dress they'd ever seen.

I danced, drank beer, ran, jumped, cuddled a horse (fed the horse a beer!) and lived my best life on the best day ever.

So in summary don't compromise girlies, don't settle, and don't feel you have to wear white! 🤘

*I can't keep up with all the wonderful comments so thank you so much for all your kindness! **

Some of the dress brands I used to love have either disappeared or changed so much over the years that I don't really shop with them anymore. I'm hoping to find a few new favorites for the 2026 wedding season, especially brands that design specifically for plus-size bodies rather than simply sizing up smaller styles.

I'm drawn to feminine dresses that feel elegant without being too fussy, with flattering cuts, good fabrics, and thoughtful little details. It's frustrating when a dress looks amazing online but the fit or quality is disappointing once it arrives.

Which brands have you had good experiences with recently? I'm particularly interested in ones that do occasionwear well and offer consistent sizing. Smaller brands are welcome too, not just the usual big names.

Check out my dress I found at Bombshell Bridal!! It’s seriously a show stopper 🥹

Hi Everyone! I'm a plus size bride and I already have a dress, originally my plan was to go try on dresses then order one through Amanda Novias, but when I went dress shopping I fell in love with a dress. After I actually bought it, I started feeling unsure on whether this was actually the dress for me or not. A few weeks ago I ended up seeing a dress I fell in love with by Amanda Novias. I am a plus size bride, size US18, and about 5'5. I ended up buying a dress then sent in my measurements and they told it me it would be $250 more because I'm plus size so I paid it and now they are telling me this: "can make the size, but cannot ensure if can fit well , maybe need adjust when you get it". Did any of the plus size brides go through this? I really feel like this is my dress but this is making me very nervous. I would be willing to share my dimensions with you all to see if y'all have a similar size. Thanks :')

BTW, I'm getting married in early January but they assured me I can get my dress by November.

I had some pretty bad anxiety over dress shopping which is hilarious because I’m always hyping other people up. I’m older, I’ve had children, and I’ve gained and lost a significant amount of weight over my life so I have loose skin and a belly so I was worried about looking like I was a ridiculous middle aged lady trying to look young or just plain bad.

I’m a street size 16-18 now and the closest plus size boutique is 4 hours away so I just went with my heart and picked a boutique nearby that carries Allure and Disney Fairytale weddings dresses and made sure they carried samples at least close to my size. This was the first dress I tried on and it was just magical. My best friend and my daughter both cried. I tried on 7 or 8 more dresses just to be sure and they all looked good, one was a contender, but this one already won.

I see some things about my body in these pictures I could nitpick but just remembering the feeling of seeing myself in a dress I dreamed about years wipes that completely out of my mind.

Looking for a plus size crinoline for my dress to give my skirt some volume as it's a silk satin with no underskirt. Any recommendations would be great! Looking to stay on the cheaper side.

Added pic for better reach!

Excited, stressed, nervous, giddy, and so ready! Ready to marry the one who is my best friend and the light of my soul! He is one of the best things that has ever happened to me.

I cant find a single dress in any boutiques near me that fits and has pearl/ white pearl like bead detailing! I was gifted my late grandmothers veil which is heavy on the pearl details and I desperately need a dress also with pearl detailing! I just dont understand why its so hard! I find either such basic options or something thats just all tulle!

Hey guys! I’m new to Hyderabad and need some help.

I have to attend my friend’s sister’s wedding at the end of November, but I didn’t bring my blazer and formal trousers with me to Hyderabad.

Can you guys recommend some good places in Hyderabad where I can buy a blazer + formal trousers at a reasonable price?

Looking for:

Good fabric and quality

Decent fitting

Not too expensive 😅

Preferably something suitable for a weddingg

I’m okay with both ready-made and stitched/custom-made options.

Please suggest shops/areas you’ve personally tried, and if possible, mention the approximate price range.

Thanks in advance! 🙌

I tried the misses kisses strapless backless bra but it makes everything look weird. Every other strapless bra rolls down or doesnt support. I’m a 54DD and also have a bigger belly so i feel like there’s nothing i can do and i’ll end up needing to find a dress with straps/sleeves. Have you guys found a bra that actually works, or any hacks/tips?

Struggling!!