How to Select Plus Size Special Occasion Dresses

By Stacy Montgomery of Sealed with a Kiss Designs

Today in US, almost 65% of women wear a size larger than 12. It sometimes becomes irritating to find out that you can not find anything to wear on a special occasion when you go to shopping on those local garment stores. You want something which fits you exactly for those limited events. And even if you indeed find that special dress for your intended purpose, the real problem comes when you can’t find your size. All the present sizes seem to be smaller than what will fit you right.

A solution to this problem is online shopping of plus size dresses. You might have till now bought and sent gifts and similar stuff. But what about formal and special occasion dresses? Good news is that they can be now easily ordered as well. Plus you get the ease of selecting the designs and colors at the click of your mouse.

Before you begin your online hunt, keep in mind the following points:

1. You should know a bit about the fabric quality and texture. Any good site should offer information about the fabric used to manufacture the special dress. These plus size special occasion dresses are generally made of synthetic fabrics these days. This is due to the fact that they are cheap and wrinkle-free. You can visit your local stores and gain some expertise regarding the fabrics.
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2. Find out more about your figure and body shape. You can see the local stores to get your entire measurements done. See if the available dresses are too revealing or too exposing. They may too dowdy or sloppy in nature. Check out all the available variety locally.
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3. Recount all your previous shopping experiences. They will help you in shopping brightly this time.
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4. You can buy a tape measure and do all the required measurements yourself. This is indeed a great tool to get all the things done. Measure all over the undergarments, chest, hips and waist. The tape should not be held too tightly. Hold it firmly and carefully note down the numbers in inches.
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5. Once you have all the data, browse the net with a calm mind. Go through the available designs and see which one is good for you. However it may be possible that different sellers have different sizing standards. Make sure that you see everything in inches as this is what in which you originally measured yourself.
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6. Also remember to select a size that agrees with your widest body part in case you body is not fully proportionate. These plus size special occasion dresses should be easy to take off and on.

I recommend the Selena Plus Size Dress (pictured) for all your needs. It has a sleek and designer criss-cross neckline. The material of this top is quite soft and bottom will fully hug your curves. You can also dress according to your wish, either upwards or downwards.

These plus size dresses are always to be bought with full care to get the best deals.

Stacy Montgomery, Sales VP with Sealed with a Kiss Designs, a leader in trendy, affordable plus size fashions, has built her career around her passion, embracing her own unique beauty, and her plus-size figure. Check out the plus size special occasion dresses they have to offer!

10 Ways to Accessorize the Plus Size Little Black Dress

By Stacy Montgomery of Sealed with a Kiss Designs

There’s probably one thing that all plus-size women and their wardrobes have in common.  Should I let you guess?  Yep, you’re right, it’s the predominance of black clothing.  It’s funny.  Somewhere along the way, we all seem to have bought into the idea that black is SLIMMING – and into the further idea that we needed to be “slimmed” by our clothing.  An annoying concept for those of us who LIKE our curves.  (And who see the irony in skinny women “enhancing” curves after starving to be slender.)  Why can’t we all just get along???

But I didn’t start this article to write all that.  I started this article to talk about my favorite topic: the plus size little black dress.  There is one thing that we ALL need in our wardrobe, and that’s the perfect little black dress.  Why?  Because that one garment can take you from your daytime doldrums to your night-time fantasies within seconds – and almost as simply as if your fairy godmother showed up with a pair of glass slippers and a pumpkin carriage!

First of all, make sure that you HAVE a few little black dresses on hand, and make sure they’re stylish and in good condition.  Sometimes we wear them so often, that they’ve simply lost their pizzazz. If you need one or two new ones, be BOLD and go for a shorter hem or a lower neckline.  After all, you can always toss on a great long, dramatic silk scarf (tied at the back of your neck) to create a more appropriate look for the office.  When you leave for the day, tie that same scarf sideways around your waste to add an attention-getting extra to your ensemble.

What else can you do to pump up the volume?  Here’s 8 more tips to get the ball rolling.

Stockings.  Remember that a simple little black dress can carry a bigger accessory statement.  Go for fishnet pantyhose!  … or at least consider a few polka dots or a classy seam up the back.

Shoes.  Okay, this is your chance to give yourself a REAL lift.  The great thing about a black basic is that you can add almost ANY signature color to your accessories.  Just make sure that you create a symphony of color – and not chaos.  If your shoes are red, your scarf should feature the same shade too.  You get the picture.

Think about a hat.  Same reason.  A basic black outfit can carry those amazing extras that a print or plaid might not.  Just keep the chapeau to the same level of classiness.

Go for the gusto with ONE big signature piece of jewelry, instead of an ensemble.

Follow 7th Avenue’s latest craze and add a vibrant, colored trench over your little black dress!

Add a zipper!  If you’ve seen anything in the media about fashion recently, you’ve probably noticed that exterior, exposed zippers are jazzing it up all over the place.  Want to make a strong statement with little effort?  Use double-sided tape to put a long faux zipper up the back of your dress – or hey – up the FRONT would be amazing!  (Just remember, it will only get you through the night!)  Remember to actually SEW the zipper in place if you love the look!

Got an old dress that you’re ready to replace?  Add a few inches of lace at the bottom and at the neckline and save it for your next special occasion.  Lace might be too dressy for the office, but it is always a go at weddings and christenings.

Finally, #8 (which is actually #10, if you’ve been keeping count!). It’s all in the bag! Okay, I try NOT to talk about bags in every accessory column – just because it’s so obvious, but for the perfect little black dress, we simply CAN’T overlook the bag.  In this case, you don’t need to spend a TON of money either.  Hit the local thrift store and look for the most amazing little handbag you can find – or the boldest.  Remember, the great thing about the basic plus size black dress is that it can make a BIG statement with just a LITTLE effort.

Stacy Montgomery, VP of sales for Sealed with a Kiss Designs has built her career around her passion, which is embracing her own unique beauty and healthy, plus-sized body. She says: “I have always been full-figured, and I am a great looking size 16. I am healthy, beautiful, and proud to be me!” Sealed with a Kiss Designs covers everything from “the little black dress” to everyday fashions and outerwear.

How to Choose Plus Size Career Dresses?

By Stacy Montgomery of Sealed with a Kiss Designs

Today it’s important to look professional both at your office and workplace. It doesn’t really matter what size your body is. If you are one of those who opt for plus size dresses, you better find a dress that perfectly fits your curves and goes well with your work culture. It’s better to spend some time at an early period to avoid any problem later on.

You can consider the following factors while buying a plus size career dress:

First factor to look out for the plus size dresses is their fitting. The simple thing to keep in mind is to buy the size which exactly fits you right now not the size which you will attain in the coming months. The dress should be perfect for you now at this moment. If you are unsure about the best fit for your body, you may get some consultation from a professional who can help you in determining your exact figure. Try to strike a balance between the extreme types of clothing. The career dresses should neither be too tight near the chest and behind nor should they be loose and sloppy. A middle approach works the best.

Second factor to keep in mind is the modesty and decency involved with that dress. Even if you a have great body and figure, avoid exposing it at the workplace. The dress employed here should be fully professional and hence strictly avoid such exposure. You can always switch the clothes once you exit the office. However in lieu of covering up your body, make sure you don’t make yourself uncomfortable with excessively long and heavy dresses. Try to keep both the factors of comfort and modesty side by side.

Third factor while buying a plus size career dress is to see if it can help you in enhancing your positive factors. For example a long dress may help you in looking tall. Similarly a full sleeved dress may avoid the exposure of your arms if they are too fat. Tight dresses near the waist will make your overall personality better. You can always try the dress on store and ask your accompanying friend for opinions about the overall looks. If you don’t have such a friend, you always have a mirror and common sense. So, just go with your feelings.

Fourthly, see if this career dress allows you to carry extra accessories. For example see if this dress can match your favorite purse or not. See if your lucky bracelet or wrist watch can be worn with this or not. The best dress should be something which can easily accommodate maximum apparels and accessories which will further and enhance your personality. I recommend Classic Surplice Neck plus size dress in this regard. But make sure you don’t over-stuff yourself with these extra items. Sometimes a good and professional dress will do the job and there will be no need of such extra items.

In the end, it’s exactly up to you to make the choice.

Stacy Montgomery, VP of sales for Sealed with a Kiss Designs has built her career around her passion, which is embracing her own unique beauty and healthy, plus-sized body. She says: “I have always been full-figured, and I am a great looking size 16. I am healthy, beautiful, and proud to be me!” Sealed with a Kiss Designs covers everything from “the little black dress” to everyday fashions and outerwear.

The Great Plus Size Maxi Dresses

By Stacy Montgomery of Sealed with a Kiss Designs

You want to own that lovely plus size maxi dress but it seems that it is too heavy on your pocket. But do not worry; now several reasonable maxi dresses are easily available in the market. They are affordable as well as trendy because they can be worn on many occasions.

These maxi dresses have grown in their status steadily over a past few years. People had expected that this dress would soon go out of fashion within few months of its launch but instead it stayed and grew more famous than anyone could imagine. They are by far the hottest and most stylish pieces of clothing. The foremost thing about maxi dresses is their comfort. They are very comfortable as compared to almost any women’s clothing. Being long and loose in structure, they rest on your body parts very softly and gently. The plus size easily accommodates your body figure and shape accordingly. Another great thing about the maxi dress is that they sort of look romantic to anybody which is quite a unique feature of the vintage time. A many varieties are present out there from solid to dramatic, so that every woman can choose according to her own taste.

This is the prime reason that many online sites and designers now offer maxi dresses that too in plus size. You may be thinking that these dresses are nice and comfortable but they must have a hefty price. I would say, if you look around carefully, you will find places where you can get awesome plus size maxi dresses at very reasonable rates. Nowadays, you can both enjoy the maxi dress as well save your pocket at the same time.

But make sure that you don’t fill your entire wardrobe with these plus size maxi dresses. They may begin to appear dull and boring to you in that case. Go for the selected ones which you like a lot. For example I recommend the Goddess Maxi Dress (pictured) which is a great piece present out there. It comes in two varied stunning colors which will enhance your personality like a Greek goddess. The waist is empire shaped which well fits your curves resulting in a sleek and sexy look of your body. It consists of 98% polyester and 2% spandex and is made in USA.

Along with the importance to where to look, also stress on the fact “when” to look. They may be available in the stores all the year round but their variety and price is good during the spring and summer months. In those seasons, your chances of getting a sleek and comfortable maxi at a reasonable price increase many folds.

You can also choose whether to buy formal or casual maxi dresses. There are some romantic maxi dresses which are recommended to be worn specially at night. They may result in getting you all that unwanted love you have been looking for. They can hide those body parts you want hidden and accentuate those body elements which you wish to expose. So get out and begin your hunt for these awesome plus size maxi dresses.

Stacy Montgomery, VP of sales for Sealed with a Kiss Designs has built her career around her passion, which is embracing her own unique beauty and healthy, plus-sized body. She says: “I have always been full-figured, and I am a great looking size 16. I am healthy, beautiful, and proud to be me!”