Summer is arguably my favorite season to dress for simply because it's the easiest. After my fair share of experimentation with fashion throughout my early 20s, I've landed on simple, elevated, effortless summer outfits to carry me through the warmest weather of the year. Today's fashion hype-fixation? Finding a plus-size summer dress I'll be hard-pressed not to wear every day for the next three months.
In a world full of incredibly chic summer dresses, it's hard to scroll online for hours and not find your size. Thankfully, I've spent the last three hours rounding up the best plus-size summer dresses for anyone itching to add something pretty to their closet without sacrificing comfort or style. Let's face it: There's no worse feeling than having a dress that doesn't fit quite right. Lucky for you, these 34 finds should make dressing for summer that much easier. Don't believe me? Scroll through to see for yourself.
This cool dress belongs on the shores of Europe. And like all the Zara finds on this list, it's available up to an XXL right now!
I already know I'll wear my favorite Girlfriend Collective exercise dresses when running errands this summer. The brand runs up to a 6XL in its new ribbed collection.
This sustainable and size-inclusive Mara Hoffman dress lives rent-free in my head.
Getting dressed this summer got a whole lot easier with this inclusive find.
Hill House and summer just go together. Take a look at this gorgeous retro-inspired dress from the brand's new summer nap dress collection. Don't mind if I do.
This just screams cool girl.
I won't lie, this groovy retro print feels straight out of the Pucci archives, and I couldn't be more in love. Bravo!
A denim minidress is ideal for after-work drinks with co-workers on summer Fridays.
I've been dying to get my hands on a piece from the beloved New York City label Wray for months now. The label is known for its fit-first approach to fashion, with nearly all styles available up to a 6X.
This adorable Ganni dress comes up to a Dutch size 52, which is equivalent to a US 18/20 or more, given the breathable and stretchy material.
This slip dress is easy to style and so size-inclusive, coming up to a size 24.
This dress might just be the dress that changes it all for me.
A bright pop of green makes everything better.
All fashion people swear by Hill House's ultra-comfy stretch fabric that almost universally fits everyone, and with a print like this, you can't go wrong
Reformation's dresses are always the best of the best.
This embroidered dress may just be one of my favorites on the list. And thankfully, it's available in up to a size XXL.
Longline knit dresses are having a major moment right now.
This chic dress is perfect for a warm-weather date night.
This retro minidress feels like something Sophia Richie-Grainge might wear.
Popcorn knit? As a tried-and-true '90s baby, don't mind if I do.
This feels so rich.
Breezy maxi dresses from Rails always do it for me.
Did someone say Santorini?
Fierce, but make it fashionable.
Perfect for the friend who's really into astrology.
Wray and Kellie B, one of our favorite influencers, collaborated on this incredible dress, and I haven't seen anything cuter.
Chic.
This knit dress looks so comfy.
You can't say "summer dresses" without thinking of Ulla Johnson. Items from the brand are available in up to a US 16, with oversize styles running a bit larger for a wider audience.
Now that all my friends have decided to get married this summer, I think I've found my dream wedding guest dress, which comes in extended sizing.
If you know me, you know I love a comfy size-inclusive nap dress.
If you're a US size 16, you're in luck. This sleek halter gown is calling your name.
It's giving cool European mom.
Framboise realness.
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