Let’s be honest — most clothing is not made for large bust sizes. We see photos of a model and think, “Wow, I love that piece!” but when we finally try it on ourselves, it looks completely different. That’s no fault of our own, but it does make building out a fabulous wardrobe you genuinely love pretty difficult. We’re here to help with that.
Some dress styles that tend to look especially flattering on larger-busted people include wrap, fit-and-flare and V-necks. Bodycon dresses are great for showing off your figure, while dresses that are belted in the middle are a fab choice for accentuating an hourglass silhouette. We also like smocked styles since they’re so stretchy at the chest. That said, you might want to avoid anything with an open back or super skinny straps, as you won’t be able to wear a supportive bra with them. A dress with a built-in bra, however, could come in clutch!
Ready to see some of our top picks from each dress type? Let’s do it!
21 Flattering Dresses for Larger Busts
Wrap Dresses
1. Our Absolute Favorite: This floral midi wrap dress is perfect for vacation or a summer event!
2. We Also Love: We’d love to see this ruffle-accented wrap dress with sandals, heels or Mary Janes!
3. We Can’t Forget: Here is a (super affordable) floral stunner from VintageClothing. Perfect for weddings and events!
Fit-and-Flare Dresses
4. Our Absolute Favorite: This elevated midi dress is perfect for formal moments like the office or a PTA meeting!
5. We Can’t Forget: For those who like the silkiness of satin, this BTFBM maxi dress is right up your alley!
6. Plus Size Perfect: Made specifically for plus size bodies is this v-neck midi dress that comes in several pretty floral colors!
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Belted Dresses
7. Our Absolute Favorite: This vintage-style HELYO crisscross dress will look amazing with pointy pumps!
8. Boho Babe: Channel your inner boho fashionista with this belted midi dress that comes in several pretty prints like florals, polka dots and more!
9. Striped Style: The perfect summer dress is this striped mini dress that’s majorly elevating for your closet!
V-Neck Dresses
10. Our Absolute Favorite: The stretchy material and faux-wrap design of this Guberry mini dress are so ready to have you feeling like a million bucks!
11. Wonderfully Wrapped: Flattering your chest while flattering your waist with this midi wrap dress!
12. Ruffled and Ravishing: Bringing flirty and feminine energy is this cross-over midi dress that features ruffled details on the hems!
Built-In Bra Dresses
13. We Can’t Forget: This H HIAMIGOS dress might technically be a nightgown, but with its shelf bra and adjustable straps, we could definitely wear it out — either with a denim jacket and sneakers or an up-do and heels!
14. Easy Everyday: Perfect for throwing on during hot summer days is this racerback mini dress that you don’t need to wear a bra with!
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Bodycon Dresses
15. Our Absolute Favorite: This number one bestselling ruched BTFBM dress had to be on this list, or the entire thing would have been invalid. It’s that good!
16. We Also Love: This Rooscier spaghetti strap dress is a minimal option that’s perfect for summer. Now this is how you do bodycon!
17. We Can’t Forget: Timeless and endlessly versatile, this Laughido T-shirt dress will make lounging around the house or running errands easier!
Smocked Dresses
18. Our Absolute Favorite: This Allegra K dress is so adorable with its puff sleeves, tie and ruffle details!
19. We Can’t Forget: We’re always down for some bows, and this smocked ZESICA square neck dress is certainly our pick!
20. Also: This chouyatou smocked dress is a flowy option that’s relaxed and dressy!
21. Consider This: If you prefer square neck designs, this ANRABESS ruffled dress could become your new favorite!
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