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August 1, 2017 14 Comments

Slimming Summer Dresses for Curvy Women!

Many of us have more curves in our 40’s than we did in our 20’s which makes it challenging to dress at times. But there are lots of cute summer dresses for curvy women out there. This flirty floral, cold shoulder wrap dress is cut to show off your sexy shoulders.

Here are a few more plus size summer dresses, and why they will work for you. 

Eyelet is Pretty and On-Trend


This Embroidered Eyelet Shift Dress is refreshingly feminine with a Mandarin collar and a playful tassel trim.

Shine by Showing Some Shoulder 

This pretty floral A-Line Cold Shoulder Dress takes the emphasis off a heavy middle and put it up top by your pretty sface.

 

 

Shift Dresses are Flattering

One of the comfiest and most flattering dresses for a plus size gal is a pretty shift dress. This pretty navy and white Animal Print Shift Dress has a soft summer feel.

 

 

Twist and Go in a Curve Enhancing Wrap

Don’t you love this bold Floral Wrap Dress? There’s nothing like a wrap to highlight your curves and shape your body.

 

 

T-Shirt Dress is the Ultimate in Comfort

The Striped Tank T-shirt dress is simple striped dress is sporty and easygoing.

 

Maxi Dresses are Modern and Easy

Some curvy types prefer more coverage. If you’re a gal who feels more comfortable covering your legs, then this Embroidered Tiered Maxi Dress is going to be lovely on you.

Looking for more plus size suggestions. Check out my post on cute plus size tops.

 

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14 comments on "Slimming Summer Dresses for Curvy Women!"

  1. Paula says

    September 13, 2016 at 2:48 pm

    Hi Deborah, thank you so much for spotlighting plus size dresses. They are all gorgeous, and I would love to have every one of them. I get the “sleeveless thing” some of the others are responding to, but sometimes you’ve just go to get over it, and do it. After all, having style is not just about what you have on, it’s also about how you feel about yourself and not worry about what others think. It’s supposed to be all about you, not them! Love your blog! Keep up the good work with your wonderful blog!

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  2. Pamela says

    August 16, 2016 at 9:21 am

    These dresses are adorable howeverI agree with all regarding the armholes but also a plus-sized lady like myself would look even larger in the mega print dresses! Too bad as they are pretty in style.

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  3. Ann says

    June 23, 2016 at 4:05 am

    I’ve got to agree with so many others here. I scrolled right on past most of these dresses with barely a glance because they are sleeveless. Plus size + mid 50s + bare arms is not flattering. Lightweight short sleeves seem to be very hard to find this year. I’m almost exasperated enough to try and make my own clothes!

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  4. sheila cato says

    June 3, 2016 at 4:15 pm

    WHY WHY WHY do they make all plus size clothes sleeveless????? I don’t understand…too hot in the South to layer. And arms that are not toned, are not pretty.

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  5. LK says

    June 2, 2016 at 9:57 pm

    I love maxi dresses and I’m a short plus sized girl. I was able to find two maxi dresses with a petite length so it doesn’t come right to the floor. I don’t think its too much fabric at all.

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  6. Julia says

    May 29, 2016 at 3:48 pm

    As an apple shape with a big bust, one thing I struggle with is the sleeveless armholes. Even though I have bigger arms and wear a substantial bra the armholes seem to be cut too big for me, or really any one, which forces me to buy a sweater or something to wear over the dress. I also haven’t gotten into the maxi dress trend because it looks a bit like a tent on me because I’m short and with that much fabric, it seems pretty hot to wear.

    Julia
    http://www.whenthegirlsrule.com

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  7. Antionette Blake says

    May 19, 2014 at 11:36 pm

    These are all great looks and curves are good!

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  8. Chioma Iyke-Ani says

    May 15, 2014 at 2:59 pm

    I will rock any of these dresses. I’m just seeing me turning heads in any and all of these. Thanks Debora!

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  9. Merry Preble says

    May 15, 2014 at 12:05 pm

    Hi- I love every dress except the one that is straight. That should never be considered. It makes either a heavier women look more so or a thinner woman look like she has no shape.

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  10. Karin Fuller says

    May 15, 2014 at 11:17 am

    I don’t think the Empire or Shift dress styles are terribly flattering. My daughter is tiny and the Shift style looks bad on her, too, so I’m not sure who actually looks good in them.

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  11. Beth Ussery says

    February 10, 2014 at 9:32 am

    Deborah I have just found your website and I am in love. I didn’t think there where websites out there for women over 40 and especially for us curvy gals. But you have done it, and I love to read what is in and out and what to do about makeup and different styling ideas. Thank you so much for being there!! Can’t wait to read more!!

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  12. Susan Olson says

    July 5, 2013 at 2:47 am

    I don’t know why people think that an empire style is flattering to someone with low belly fat. It just makes a woman look like she’s pregnant again. I’ve struggleD with this time and time again. If you want to look pregnant then wear the empire style. It’s most flattering on someone with a flat stomach. If you think it’s hiding something it’s really not. My slender daughter who can wear anything but is built like me short waisted and low belly fat wouldn’t wear it either.

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  13. Cathy Severson says

    June 28, 2013 at 8:58 pm

    I love the dresses. I just don’t like going sleeveless any more. Even a little cap sleeve is something. If I wear sleeveless, there’s usually a sweater or jacket over it.

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  14. Anita McLachlan says

    June 27, 2013 at 7:55 pm

    What a fabulous article Deborah! These tips are spot on. The images really help to make your tips more meaningful. I love that Jessica Simpson nectarine dress and that maxi…woo! Bandeau style maxis are so very flattering with no frump in sight! Here’s to a great summer. Warm wishes from Australia:( Axx

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