A thread just for PlusSize Brides

Original post by aimerliny

Jul 22, 2004 01:36 PM

I thought it might be good to start our own thread. We're all in the same boat, and we can help each other find things we need, vent about issues, support each other's diets.

Anyone interested?

amandah75 Posted: Aug 02, 2008 09:24 PM

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Thanks. I'll check it out.

shell1879 Posted: Aug 02, 2008 09:44 PM

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Posted by deb08

i got a few things from

www.hipsandcurves.com

they have some really awesome stuff!!!

i LOVEEEEEE hipsandcurves
awesome site a tome of cute things especially in the sale area they have good deals too.

i might be getting a corset from them

amandah75 Posted: Aug 02, 2008 09:55 PM

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I don't know if I could wear a corset all day. Know FH would love it though. Has been asking me to get one for while.

shell1879 Posted: Aug 02, 2008 09:58 PM

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they have a cute one with a heart cut out in the back

if i wear ine it will be over my longline bra

i can't have certain materials on my skin i will end up riping my skin off

oh how attractive the bride has been scratching all day

lindaronwedding Posted: Aug 02, 2008 10:31 PM

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Posted by amandah75

Posted by MakingofaMulligan

hi girls!!! shockingly enough I bought my dress at Davids even with their disgraceful customer service

I went hoping to try a few styles (NOTHING Strapless or puffy) and I walked out with a strapless dress with all pick ups. But I LOVE IT on!

I love this thread by the way.

Petrified of strapless!!! Don't think I can pull it off but guess I shouldn't count it out.

Not only are my arms an issue but I have a large tattoo on my back that some will find inappropriate. I'm just going to have to go in with an open mind and see how it goes.

I was absolutely positive that I wanted long sleeves and that strapless would be hideous on me...I'm 43, plus-size, Irish pale (with a January/winter wedding no less) and I was surprised at how many strapless gowns not only looked good but actually flattered my figure. Girls, let them pick out some dresses for you and definitely go into it with an open mind. I was surprised at what styles I ended up drawn to as opposed to what I thought I wanted. I found that the Alfred Angelo gowns were in the stores at larger sizes and were very pretty (I almost chose one!). Also, a lot of Maggie Sottero gowns (I wore one) have corsets which allow you leeway to gain and lose...just tie it tighter or loosen it. I actually tried on a size 12 (Maggies run small, too) because the woman gave me a good longline bra and it had a corset...it gives you a general idea on how it will look on you. And lastly, keep in mind that your FH is going to be blown away no matter what you choose and no matter what you THINK you will look like. You will be a princess on your day, I promise you!

amandah75 Posted: Aug 02, 2008 10:45 PM

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I absolutely love your dress! Love the corset look. Definitely think that is a must with my dress. And like you said, at least you have some play with it.

dazey Posted: Aug 02, 2008 10:48 PM

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has anyone gotten a david's bridal dress and added sleeves? i know most of the dresses have sleeve options.

amandah75 Posted: Aug 02, 2008 10:52 PM

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Posted by dazey

has anyone gotten a david's bridal dress and added sleeves? i know most of the dresses have sleeve options.

That's cool. Didn't now you could do that.

lindaronwedding Posted: Aug 02, 2008 10:58 PM

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Posted by amandah75

I absolutely love your dress! Love the corset look. Definitely think that is a must with my dress. And like you said, at least you have some play with it.

Thank you so much. The pictures don't do it justice, it really sparkled!

lindaronwedding Posted: Aug 02, 2008 10:58 PM

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Posted by amandah75

Posted by dazey

has anyone gotten a david's bridal dress and added sleeves? i know most of the dresses have sleeve options.

That's cool. Didn't now you could do that.

Yes you can, click here for the link.

amandah75 Posted: Aug 02, 2008 11:09 PM

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Thanks!

lindaronwedding Posted: Aug 02, 2008 11:19 PM

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You're welcome. By the way, I love the pictures of where you are having your wedding, sooo pretty!

amandah75 Posted: Aug 02, 2008 11:31 PM

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awww, thanks! It was definitely one of those things where we walked in and we just knew. FH LOVES it.

amandah75 Posted: Oct 14, 2008 11:38 AM

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Just bumping this for new and old brides. Been quiet for some time.

dazey Posted: Oct 14, 2008 12:47 PM

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hey amanda i think it might be just you and me..

where did or are you getting your dress?? i've only been to david's bridal so far.

amandah75 Posted: Oct 14, 2008 01:06 PM

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I haven't been anywhere yet, but I did wanna hit David's to shock me into toning up and losing weight. What did you think of David's? Which one did you go to?

Ray8183 Posted: Oct 14, 2008 01:59 PM

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Amanda, I'm a plus size too. So is it just the three of us?

Yankees2323 Posted: Oct 14, 2008 02:27 PM

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me 2

amandah75 Posted: Oct 14, 2008 02:40 PM

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I guess just the 4 so far. Back in the day it looks like this was the thread of all threads. Bet we could bring it back to its former glory cause I have to admit, i often feel alone out there when it comes to this wedding stuff. Have a lot of concerns I don't think other brides on her have.

dazey Posted: Oct 14, 2008 02:57 PM

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yeah i know how you feel. i was really nervous to go dress shopping, but it was a lot of fun! david's has a lot of plus size dresses, i went to the one in westbury.. the people that work there are OK, just go during the week when they aren't busy. i don't know about you, but nothing had sleeves-which i want, i know that some of the dresses can have sleeves added, so i am going to go back and only try on those dresses. honestly, if you get one of those long line bras you'll be amazed how beautiful you're gonna look in your dress! everything was flattering and looked great, it wasn't scary at all!