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17 Best Plus-Size Wedding Guest Dresses to Wear This Season
From designer gowns you can rent to budget-friendly chiffon dresses.
Wedding season is upon us and that means finding a dress for the ceremony just moved up on your to do list. Of course, when you need a dress for an upcoming occasion suddenly the racks are empty and the options feel subpar. That's why we've already done the tedious work of sorting through online customer reviews to find the best plus-size wedding guest dresses to wear for the 2023 season, including Amazon finds under $60 and designer gowns you can rent for less.
Whether you needed a dress yesterday (hello, Amazon Prime two-day shipping) or are looking ahead to a fall or spring reception you recently RSVP'd "yes" to, you'll find a dress that fits the dress code and predicted weather. We have included dresses from plus-size clothing brands we love, like Eloquii, Torrid and Lane Bryant, as well as plus-size designs from trendy outfitters including ASOS, Reformation and Anthropologie. Multiple retailers have expanded their collections to include sizing for curvy and plus-size individuals as well as add specific categories for weddings that make scrolling through seemingly endless options a whole lot easier.
After our top picks, you'll find style advice from experts about what to wear to a wedding and what to look for when choosing a plus-size wedding guest dress. Next up? Choosing a gorgeous wedding guest hairstyle for the event. And if you're a guest for one wedding but in the bridal party for another, consult our guide to the best places to buy bridesmaid dresses online.
Raena Loper (she/her) is the product and reviews updates editor for the Good Housekeeping Institute, covering textiles, home, wellness, tech and more. Prior to starting at GH in 2021, she worked as assistant lifestyle editor at O, The Oprah Magazine, where she covered fashion, food, tech and beauty content. A graduate of Montclair State University, she earned a degree in fashion studies with a concentration in design and garment construction as well as a degree in gender, sexuality and women's studies.
Elizabeth Berry (she/her) is the Updates Editor at the Good Housekeeping Institute where she optimizes lifestyle content across verticals. Prior to this role, she was an Editorial Assistant for Woman’s Day where she covered everything from gift guides to recipes. She also has experience fact checking commerce articles and holds a B.A. in English and Italian Studies from Connecticut College.
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