A:In the past few years there has been a huge increase in the availability of plus size dresses and many top-name manufacturers have launched specialist collections (link to that section in The Dresses). There are also quite a few dedicated retailers who cater for the curvy bride. Most bridal shops have a collection that caters for girls with curves; beautiful brides come in all shapes and sizes and gone are the days when the average bride is a size 14. I don’t want a strapless dress – what are my options?
Dress designs over the years have evolved and now often feature straps and a variety of necklines. If you are having a religious marriage ceremony in a place of worship you may be required to cover your shoulders. A little sculpted jacket or lace bolero can really change the look of a dress, giving you two for the price of one! Some dresses have been designed with matching jackets and these will be available at your retailer as an additional garment. Ask your sales assistant to show you options and experiment with different looks.