The Indian Wedding is an opulent and elaborate affair which reflects a colorful and dazzling spirit and the bride is the center of attrition amidst all the ceremonies, rituals, and parties. The Indian bride looks mesmerizing in her gorgeous wedding attire, heavy gold jewellery, and beautiful hair do. The bridal wedding attire also holds a very important place in the whole affair whether it’s a heavy lehenga, <a href="http://blog.lashkaraa.com/desginer-lehengas-for-wedding-season/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">designer wedding saree or a suave lehenga saree</a>. One of the most important things to keep in mind while selecting designer wedding dresses is the size of the attire. Because the Indian Wedding is a full-day affair, so it is important to wear a dress with comfortable fit - it should not be too loose or too tight, and it should not be too revealing either. Women who are endowed with a heavier figure and plus size brides must be careful about the size, design, fabric and embellishment of their D-Day outfit in order to look gorgeous and stunning.
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<h2><strong>4 Ideal Wedding Dress Ideas for Plus Size Brides</strong></h2>
Here are 4 popular wedding dress ideas that will definitely work for the plus size brides.
<strong>Designer Lehenga choli</strong> - One of the most popular traditional wedding outfits preferred by Indian brides is lehengas, and it is an amazing dress idea for heavily endowed women as well. But it is important to choose the lehenga styles as per the body shape of the wearer. Women with curvaceous figures should opt for straight cut lehenga that falls straight from the waist, and it does not add volume to the mid-section. The choli should be open neck and start beneath the collar bone, and it should cover the entire mid-section. Long jacket style choli is best suited for women with a heavier figure because it gives a long and lean look to the body.
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<strong>Designer Lehenga Saree</strong> - One of the smart and trendy variations of the classic lehenga choli is the <a href="https://www.lashkaraa.com/collections/lehenga-sarees" target="_blank" rel="noopener">designer lehenga saree</a> and it makes one of the best wedding dresses for plus size brides. The suave and minimalistic design of the outfit gives a slender and lean appearance to the wearer and accentuates the silhouette in a positive manner. The especially designer pallu which is draped like a saree covers up the flaws in the mid-section and the lack of pleats cuts out the fluffiness of the attire.
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<strong>Wedding Saree</strong> - Nothing can beat the <a href="https://www.lashkaraa.com/collections/wedding-sarees" target="_blank" rel="noopener">wedding saree</a>, and it is the most popular wedding attire that is preferred even by the modern Indian women of today. With the innovation of fashion and style, the Indian wedding saree has transformed into a designer wedding wear, and it is one of the best wedding dress ideas for plus size brides because the saree is one such attire where you don't need to worry about size and fit. But it is important to select the wedding saree with great care in order to flaunt a perfect look on the wedding day. It is best to opt for a smooth and soft fabric that drapes snugly around the curves without making you look too fluffy. It is best to keep away from large prints and embroidery and choose medium-sized butis and borders.
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<strong>Floor Length Anarkali</strong> - Although the floor length anarkali is not an ideal outfit for the wedding ceremony itself, but it is the perfect blend of comfort and style that can be worn by the bride during other ceremonies and rituals related to the wedding like the Sangeet and Mehendi. The regal and flowing fabric of the <a href="https://blog.lashkaraa.com/picking-the-best-designer-anarkali-suits/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">anarkali suits</a> allows the bride to make a sweeping statement. Plus size brides should opt for A-line Anarkali which is narrow at the top and has a wide hemline and borders which give a lean and tall appearance. The flares of the anarkali should start from the empirical line rather than the waist line. It will hide the extra flab around the waist and add height to your look.
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<h3><strong>4 Important Dressing Tips for Brides with Curvy Figure</strong></h3>
Other than the types of dresses, the fabrics, designs, colors and embellishments that you choose also impacts the way you look on your wedding day. Here are a few dressing tips for the brides who are blessed with a curvaceous figure.
<strong>Know Your Body Type</strong> - Before you opt for a floor-length lehenga or designer wedding saree, it is necessary to identify your body type. When it comes to curvy women, there are three main body types - top heavy or apple shaped, bottom heavy or pear shaped and hourglass. You should search for your wedding dress in the plus-size category as per your body type.<img class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-541" src="http://blog.lashkaraa.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/11/Indin-wedding-dresses-for-brides.jpg" alt="Indin wedding dresses for brides" width="600" height="450" />
<strong>The color of the Bridal Dress</strong> - Plus-sized women usually choose darker colors like deep red, blue, green, maroon, etc. in an effort to conceal the bulk but it is not really necessary to stick to a dark color palate. You can also choose a monochrome look - just one single solid color, it can be either light or dark. Wearing a single color helps you to look slim and tall. You can also wear a combination of two similar shades such as red and pink.
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<strong>Embroidery and Print</strong> - Plus size women should pay attention to the embroidery and prints. The embroidery should be used to accentuate the most attractive parts of your body and highlight them. Go low with the glimmering sequins; instead use bright colored kundan, zari, and lace. Avoid large patch works and prints and opt for vertical patterns instead.
<strong>Fabrics</strong> - There is a large variety of fabrics to choose from. Opt for light and flowing fabrics such as crepe, georgette, net, chiffon, soft silk and satin fabrics that wrap snugly around the figure. Avoid stiff fabrics like tussar and cotton that makes you look heavy and broad.
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Now, even the Plus Size brides can find the perfect wedding dress for their wedding day as per their requirements by following these dressing ideas and styling tips.
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