These days, plus-size dresses are made to suit all shapes and figures, but if you have trouble knowing the difference between an empire, prom or pleated dress, please read on. Evans has developed a nifty shape calculator to help you understand whether you are an apple, pear, busty or hourglass kind of girl. This will help you dressing for your shape, and you can discover whether you are a maxi dress beauty, a pleated princess or a chiffon cutie. We all want to find clothes that fit and flatter, and leave us feeling fabulous.

EMPIRE DRESSES
With Empire dresses, the waistline usually sits just under the bust area, giving you a soft silhouette that skims your body. The high waistline helps hide your tummy, lengthen your upper torso and creates a sophisticated shape whilst offering a high level of comfort. The plus size empire dress is especially flattering for apple and busty shapes.

PROM DRESSES
Prom dresses have a fitted top that flares out into a full skirt, to slim your hips, which is perfect for pear shapes whilst enhancing hourglass curves. They look stylish and elegant, and are suitable for any occasion from weddings to nights out on the town, or a sophisticated barbecue.

MAXI DRESSES
Floor length maxi dresses are one of the most flattering styles around, with their ability to slim and lengthen your frame by creating a smooth line from top to bottom. Perfect for busty figures, a v-neck maxi dress will flatter your décolletage and make you feel feminine.

PLEATED DRESSES
Pleats are a new style on plus-size dresses, as fashion takes on a 1970’s vibe again. A pleated dress is great for balancing out pear shapes, while a plain pleated dress like this Sienna Couture pleated dress will flatter apple shapes by flowing over your top half.

FINALLY…CHIFFON DRESSES
Chiffon dresses are flying off the shelves thanks to their effortless elegance. The fabric is soft and feminine and flows out over the figure to disguise a rounded tummy. They can be belted to add shape and show off your curves.