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Formal dresses can range from prom dresses to wedding dresses with a number of different types in between. Looking for a perfect dress can be stressful for anyone but it is even worse if you are looking for plus size formal dresses. Plus size dresses are hard to find because they isn't a huge selection of dresses being made for plus size people and often the ones that are made are not the nicest dresses that you can find. It can be very discouraging looking or a plus size dress.

However, there are ways that you can find the perfect dress even if you are a plus size person. Since you are looking for a dress for a formal occasion it is alright to look for a ball gown. Ball gowns are perfect for heavier people and they work very well at hiding the weight around your stomach, hips and thighs. It is often assumed that a ball gown has to reach the floor but this is not the case at all. There are a number of different length dresses that are considered ball gowns. You can have a dress that comes to the floor or one that falls just below the knee. If you are a full figured person then you might want to stay away from dresses with sleeves if the sleeve is poufy. Sleeveless dresses are very elegant.

If you are having trouble finding a nice ball gown you might want to consider looking at vintage evening gowns. These dresses can be very slimming. These dresses resemble the evening gowns that were popular in the 1950's and 1960's. The great thing about these dresses is that they come in a number of vibrant colours. The design of vintage dresses has a fitted bodice and then a flowing skirt.

More and more dress stores are starting to carry plus size dresses. The selection my not be as vast as that of regular size dresses, but there are still some options. If you need a plus size dress it is very important that you start looking early because you are limited in what you have to choose from. The best way to start is to call around to different dress shops and find out if they even carry a plus size line of dresses. Then you can start your search. It is a good idea to know what you are looking for as well. You should have a style of dress that you would like in mind and what colour you prefer. It is important that you don't limit yourself by colour, though, because you should keep your options open.

There are stores online as well that sell plus size evening gowns and formal dresses. You could start by looking online to see if there is anything you like. In this case you might be able to talk to you a dress consultant who will help you find the perfect dress for you. The only drawback here is you don't get to try the dress on prior to buying it.