Wedding on the Calendar, White in My Cart—15 Chic Plus-Size Pieces I'm Buying

When I got engaged earlier this year, I knew wedding-dress shopping would be an emotional roller coaster—every plus-size bride hears the horror stories. What I wasn't prepared for was how much harder it would be to find chic, elevated white looks for everything besides the ceremony. I'm talking about the engagement party, bridal shower, bachelorette trip, rehearsal dinner, honeymoon, and all the little events that come up between your engagement and walk down the aisle.

As a 2026 bride who wears a size 18 and has high expectations for my closet, I've been navigating the bridal fashion space with a very specific goal: to curate a wedding wardrobe that feels stylish, elegant, and trendy. I've spent hours scrolling, ordering, returning, and sighing at pieces that feel more costume than chic. Slowly, though, I've started building a lineup of plus-size bridal pieces that actually excite me. Think crisp cotton sundresses, silk minis, and elevated resortwear that doesn't scream "bride" but definitely whispers it.

If you're also on the hunt for fashion-forward plus-size pieces for all the events surrounding your big day, keep reading. Below, shop the best plus-size bridal items you need to see.

Bridal Shower

Elevated maxi dresses are most people's go-to when brainstorming bridal-shower dresses. Go for something pretty, delicate, and romantic that you can wear with a simple pair of slingback kitten heels.

Bachelorette Trip

In my eyes, the bachelorette trip comes second to the bachelorette looks. Whether you're jetting off to Cabo or simply spending a night at your favorite cocktail bar with your friends, there are so many fun, flirty options that are perfect for the occasion without being overplayed. Lace skirts and ruffled maxis are the moment.

Rehearsal Dinner

Simple, sleek maxi dresses are essential for a wedding wardrobe, and there's no better place to fit the silhouette in than your rehearsal dinner. Personally, I'm loving the look of a sheer shawl draped across a minimalist, CBK-style dress, and thankfully, there are so many pieces that embody that look and come in extended sizing.

Reception

Perhaps one of the most exciting parts of picking out a wedding dress is figuring out what you're going to wear after it comes off—i.e., a dance floor–ready minidress or set to keep the good vibes going late into the night. Opt for silk, sequins, and other statement-making details, like an oversize bow or bubble hem.

Honeymoon

It's time to relax after the big day, but that doesn't mean your bridal looks are completely over. Some good honeymoon R&R calls for white linen, breezy maxi dresses, and bridal-inspired bikinis with a cocktail in hand on a beach somewhere, of course.