Fabulous Curvy Style

I am absolutely loving this new summery strapless dress that is available at Curvety.com.

This style is perfect for a summer wedding or some similar occasion which requires a knock em dead outfit. It comes in sizes 16 to 26 and features the most beautiful bold flower print in black and yellow. The tie waist will help create a gorgous hourglass silhouette, particularly effective on fuller figured women.

In the past I would have found the idea of a strapless dress a little daunting, but it is much less so now due to the increase in good quality strapless bras which are now made in larger sizes.

The Proposal

After 11 years together my partner finally proposed last week. After I had picked my jaw up from the floor, and spent numerous hours staring at my new sparkly diamond ring, my thoughts, as always, turned to fashion.

If anyone else is planning on getting married in the near future here are my first finds for the perfect plus size wedding dress.

The hot trend in wedding dresses this season seems to be shorter. Now this is a brave step for some, to shun the traditional floor length gown in favour of a mid length dress, but for me it's perfect. At only 5ft 2' I always feel more comfortable in a mid length dress which doesn't swamp me. Plus it gives me the chance to show off my legs which, as a standard apple shape, are my best feature. My favourite find so far is this shimmering halter dress, which comes with the most beautiful buckled shawl to cover upper arms.

If you prefer something more traditional then this Long beaded dress is absolutely stunning for a Spring/Summer wedding.

Both of the above styles are ideally suited to a more intimate affair but with the growing choice in formalwear in plus sizes there are many more structured gowns available. I will update you when I have a handful of favourites!

Plus size wedding dresses

If you are a size 16 plus and married you will know how difficult it is to find the perfect dress for your big day. Whilst our slimmer friends have a seemingly unlimited choice of beautiful gowns at their disposal we are often forced to make do with some flouncy number.

So for every plus size woman who wants to look stunning on their wedding day - here are some suggestions...

Look magical in this dress designed by igigi and available in the UK at Curvety.com in sizes up to a 34.

For the traditional look you could choose the chloe lace gown in ivory. This dress gives an off shoulder illusion but with bra friendly straps.

Or maybe you want to stand out from the croud with the glory lace gown - the most delicate and feminine dress I have seen.

Igigi design many fabulous wedding dresses - all of which are available in the UK by special order through Curvety.com. If they dont have the style you like available on their website call 08450 941 848 and they will be happy to order it for you for your special day.