Day-to-Night Dresses for Plus Size Women

With holiday season now officially upon us, it’s that time of year when the party invitations will start rolling in. With happy hours and after-work soirees dominating your schedule over the next two months, it can be tricky to find sexy dresses for plus size women that can go from the boardroom to the bar. But with the removal of a blazer, the addition of heels and a swipe of lipstick, the transition from day to night is a lot easier than you might think. Check out these options in a range of prices that are designed specifically for the curvy working gal.

Torrid Rose Print Dress

Torrid is a fantastic destination for plus size dresses priced under $100 that have a youthful vibe. This black and printed peplum dress is conservative enough to work for your morning meetings with a cardigan or a blazer but also transition into an office party, or just cocktails with the girls.

Evans Cream Contrast Powerfit Dress

Illusion dresses have become a staple in so many plus size women’s closets for good reason- they are fabulously flattering without being obvious or over the top. Try out the season’s black and white trend with this powerfit dress from Evans.

Simply Be Lace Midi Bodycon Dress

Bodycon is always a fashionable and slimming choice, without having to show too much skin. If you’re not comfortable wearing a form-fitting dress in the office, add tights and a blazer for a more conservative look. Just make sure you wear proper foundation garments to keep the look smooth and streamlined.

Ashley Stewart Faux Leather Scuba Dress

Faux leather accents continue to be one of the season’s most popular trends and this dress from Ashley Stewart is a great way to get in on it while still looking professional. Pair it with low heels, a cardigan and a nude lip for daytime, and add a higher heel, red lip and some blinged-out accessories to take you into happy hour.

Kiyonna Victoria Draped Dress

This draped plus size dress from Kiyonna dress boutiques online is the perfect color for holiday parties and shows just a hint of skin. Add a statement necklace or an animal print pump after 5 p.m. to jazz it up.

ING Plus Size A-Line Dress With Leather Trim

This cobalt plus size dress adds a little pop to your everyday wardrobe. The A-line keeps it fun and youthful for parties, while a pair of black tights, a black blazer and skinny belt will tone it down for a more conservative look at the office.

Lane Bryant Zip Shoulder Dress

The bright color and zipper-shoulder detail give this dress just a little something extra and the cold-shoulder is minimal enough to wear during the day, but show off just a hint of skin at night. For additional coverage at the office, throw on a black blazer and tights.

Anna Scholz Peplum Dress

Anna Scholz is known for her luxurious fabrics and unforgettable prints and their plus size peplum dresses are no exception. The neckline gives the dress a unique feel, while the classic silhouette will take you into seasons to come. Add a bold lip and belt to jazz things up for that office party.

Forever 21 Spotted Safari Dress

This animal print mini dress isn’t for every office, but if your dress code is a more laidback and funky alternative, it will work well with opaque black tights and a black cardigan during the day. After hours, you’ll be certain to steal the show (and a few hearts) in this number, and for less than a $20 price tag, it’s a win-win situation.

Asos Belted Pencil Dress

The sheer neckline and ruched bust takes this LBD from ASOS’ plus size dress line from simple to swanky and the classic silhouette will work for multiple occasions. Let your hair down and add a bold lip color for nighttime and dress it down for daytime by adding a buttoned-up cardigan and using the attached belt over it.