14 Plus-Size Maxi Dresses for Every Occasion

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Lashauna Williams
Aug 02, 2018 @ 4:30 pm
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Whether striped and nautically inspired or floral and feminine, the maxi dress is a summer staple that—try as you might—you cannot get away from. It's the ideal piece for when you literally can't imagine throwing on anything that will come into contact with your skin.

When the idea of putting on denim shorts is, well, chafing, the maxi dress is your metaphorical best friend. And there's a style for everyone, at any size.

Here, we've scoured the market for the chicest plus-size options in various styles for ever occasion. Preppy, sexy, boho or minimal, there's something for everyone here.

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Lace Crochet

Avenue $40 (originally $65) SHOP NOW
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The Stasis Wrap

Elvi $110 SHOP NOW
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Trendy Floral Print

City Chic $102 (originally $119) SHOP NOW
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Ditsy Floral

Forever 21+ $58 SHOP NOW
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Embellished Woven

Lane Bryant $90 SHOP NOW
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The Casual T-Shirt

Ava & Viv $30 SHOP NOW
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Tie Waist with Print

Eloquii $80 (originally $130) SHOP NOW
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Striped Maxi

White House Black Market $110 SHOP NOW
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Tencel Shirred Waist

Simply Be $68 SHOP NOW
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Mera Gown

Universal Standard $200 SHOP NOW
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Snake Print Chiffon Halter

Roxy Earle x Le Chateau $350 SHOP NOW
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Striped Wrap

Charlotte Russe $32 (originally $39) SHOP NOW
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"At This Moment" Cut Out

Rebdolls $48 SHOP NOW

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