The essential guide to plus size wedding dresses

Shopping for your wedding dress should be one of the most enjoyable shopping trips ever, whatever your style, size, body shape or budget. That’s why at WED2B we have a huge range of sizes, while our Bellami plus size wedding dresses collection is available in sizes 16 to 30. So, you’ll be absolutely blown away by the wealth of choice!

Inspired by real women, every Bellami dress is also designed to flatter and fit like a dream and has been cleverly designed with extra support in all the right places. So you’ll feel confident, comfortable and look gorgeous all day long - in a dress that hasn’t blown the budget.

What’s more, with hundreds of gowns available to try on in all our stores, you’re guaranteed to find plenty of dresses in your size. There are also spacious changing rooms, comfy seats for your friends and family and plenty of accessories to help you create your unique look. It sounds like fun, doesn’t it?

Dawn, available in sizes 18 -30

Plus size wedding dresses: Choosing the right silhouette

A-Line: If you’re not sure where to start with plus size wedding dresses, then the universally flattering A-line is the one to try first. Fitted at the chest to highlight your narrowest point, this style flows out gradually into an ‘A’ shape. The balanced proportions work brilliantly to draw the eyes upwards and create a beautiful nipped in waist, so it’s very flattering for all body shapes.

Ball Gown: Ball gowns have a fitted bodice, which flares out at the waist into a full skirt with plenty of volume. This shape is ideal for most body types and looks particularly great on pear-shaped figures.

Fit and flare: The classic shape of this fit and flare gown below is very flattering as it hugs the body and flares out just below the hips, accentuating the waist. It’s a style that’s very easy to wear and it will give you a feminine, curvaceous silhouette without restricting your movement. 

Look for a lace-up back

Dawn, available in sizes 18 -30

The super-soft tulle here has been lined with satin and finished with delicate guipure lace appliqués, which cover the entire bodice and fall gently down the skirt. At the back, the clever lace-up design means the dress can be pulled in to create a perfect, flawless shape.

Add an underskirt

An underskirt, like our 163, will give your skirt extra flare and make your waist appear smaller. If you’d like a little more coverage for the daytime, you could also add a  chic lace jacket, like our Alexandra. Then finish with a cute sparkly belt to really draw attention to that waist!

Dawn, available in sizes 18 -30

Plus size wedding dresses: The perfect accessories

Serena, available in sizes 18 - 26

Our Serena dress shows how A-line plus size wedding dresses flatter the figure and draw all eyes towards the waist. The strapless sweetheart neckline here is softly feminine and shows off the shoulders, while the delicate corded lace adds luxurious texture.

Serena, available in sizes 18 - 26

Turn around and the smart lace-up back looks great and also pulls in the waist to create the perfect fit. It’s a dream dress if you want to personalise your look, as it's super easy to accessorise. We've come up with a few suggestions below...

Seductive straps…

Serena, available in sizes 18 - 26

Here we’ve styled Serena with our lovely lace Anja straps. They’re perfect if you want a little more coverage or to flatter the tops of the shoulders.

Serena, available in sizes 18 - 26

At the back, thee straps create an on-trend keyhole style that’s been all the rage on the catwalks recently. And, what’s more, you can also remove them for the evening to create a second look!

A glitzy belt…

Serena, available in sizes 18 - 26

This dress is cleverly designed to flatter the figure and give you a great waist. So what better way to highlight this than with a gorgeous sparkly belt?

A bridal bolero…

For a totally different look pair this dress with our Halle bolero. It’s a great way to cover your arms and shoulders. Plus the delicate lace appliqués will add a little more interest to the back of the dress.

Serena, available in sizes 18 - 26

A little hair flair…

And finally, a beautiful floral headband or comb in your hair is the perfect finishing touch!

Serena, available in sizes 18 - 26

Choose the right underwear

Coco, available in sizes 18 - 24

We love the hourglass shape created by this stunning fishtail. And, don’t tell anyone, but it also has brilliant hidden internal support to give you a fabulous figure! Remember though, even if a gown has extra support it’s not a substitute for a good bra. Without the right underwear, you’ll be constantly pulling up your dress – not the most elegant way to spend your wedding day! Read our blog post for more advice on finding the perfect underpinnings for plus size wedding dresses.

Look for clever design features

Coco, available in sizes 18 - 24

Turn around and you’ll discover the seductive illusion neckline and keyhole back. They not only look gorgeous but also provide subtle coverage and extra support for those curves.

Coco, available in sizes 18 - 24

The lace-up back is the ideal way to create that stunning hourglass shape.

Accentuate your waist

Coco, available in sizes 18 - 24

Now you’ve got a fabulous hourglass silhouette you’ll want to draw attention to it! The perfect way is with a chic and sparkly belt, like our Tiffany or Estella belts below.

Coco, available in sizes 18 - 24

Add some drama

Coco, available in sizes 18 - 24

You’re guaranteed to make an entrance with this sweeping behind you down the aisle! For a shorter version check out our Mayfair cape too or for evening glamour a stunning feather bolero will do the trick!