For plus-size specific stores, I have heard rave reviews from friends about Heavenly Bodies Bridal, which caters exclusively for sizes 16 to 36, Angelica Bridal, who carries samples in sizes 16 to 28+, and David’s Bridal, a store with many plus-size options. Grace Loves Lace carries limited sizes and styles available to try on in store, but do have a selection of XS to 2XL in a range of styles in all boutiques. Most of their gowns are available in sizes XS- 3XL. However, their Made to Order Customised gowns, along with the Emma gown, are available up to 5XL.
Outside of London, there are plenty of wonderful options that consider wedding dresses for plus-size and curvy people. Like Rolling in Roses, in York, is a luxuriously slow, sustainability-minded brand who are proud to “dress brides from all walks of life and of all shapes and sizes. ” Hayley Claire Neil is the founder and designer, and opened her first boutique in 2012 after an uninspiring shopping trip to help find wedding dresses for her sister. All their pieces are available in any size required, and they offer samples in sizes 8 – 20, and tends to be quite generous.
Online and high-street options for curvy wedding dresses
If you’re looking on the high-street, the plus-size options above a 16 can be more limited than made to order options. However, there are beautiful choices if you know where to look.
ASOS ARRANGE Curve is a personal favourite, even the straight-size options go up to a size 18, and from my experience always fit well. Their curve range is industry leading, giving plus-size women trend-led, fashion-forward designs in up to a UK size 30. This season, I think the curve beaded fringe maxi dress is the ideal wedding evening look, and could work for a glamorous hen do. Elsewhere, for more budgets in the hundreds not thousands, Needle & Thread, Whistles, Coast, Next, Nadine Merabi and Free People all have curvy-friendly options that go up to a XL (or above).