Plus-Size Fashion: 70s Style Maxi Dresses for Spring 2011

One of the most flattering plus-size fashion looks for spring 2011 is the 70s style Maxi Dress. These Retro-inspired garments often feature flirty necklaces and sleeveless tops, which flow along your curves into a wide hem which billows with your movement. Many employ an empire waist, which is especially flattering to a plus-size figure, and many plus-size fashion designers are offering them in bold, Retro patterns and prints. The Maxi Dress can pair beautifully with funky sandals and heels, and depending on the fabric many of the following Top 5 suggestions can handle statement jewelry and bold accessories-two more popular spring 2011 fashion trends!

The "Black and Green Floral Print Ruffle Maxi Dress" by Torrid - This stylish Maxi Dress has a halter top and empire waist, with a lovely ruffle along the V-neckline. With the bodice a solid shade of black down to mid-torso, curvy ladies with a larger bust could opt to emphasis their lower figure with this festive spring 2011 dress. The floral print is both Retro-inspired and a lovely blend of blues and greens, making it a charming choice for the warmer weather. Measuring roughly 60" from shoulder to the bottom hem, pair this option with your favorite heels or sandals and minimal jewelry-the vibrant print will speak for itself. You can purchase this plus-size Maxi Dress online $68.00 in sizes 0-4.

The "Printed Tie Dye Maxi Dress" by Avenue - This Boho 70s style Maxi Dress is a perfect choice for any curvy lady looking for a bold, unique look for spring 2011. The combination of tie dye colors and bold prints manage to not be overwhelming, instead giving a flirty, vintage look. It is sleeveless, with a V-neck and empire waist, and the bottom hemline has an added ruffle for more free flowing movement. With the wild patterns and vivid colors on this Maxi Dress, minimal jewelry and loose, comfortable hair will give you a cozy, Earth Mother style. You can purchase this plus-size Maxi Dress online for $69.90 in sizes 14/16-26/28.

The "Maxi Dress" by Fashion Bug - Looking for a more subdued and slenderizing look for spring 2011? This chic, solid black Maxi Dress option from Fashion Bug provides the 70s style silhouette, without the busy patterns and bold colors most of the Maxi Dresses on this list have. Thanks to the simple black design, you can pair it with bold, statement jewelry-like the popular Breastplate Necklace trend-without overwhelming the look. A pair of thick-heeled shoes, especially of a Retro variety, and some long beaded necklaces could take this simple Maxi Dress from subtle to stunning. You can purchase this plus-size Maxi Dress online for $39.99-$44.99 in sizes S-3X.

The "Printed Maxi Dress" by Taillissime - Another hot look for spring 2011 is floral patterns or prints, and this flirty, charming Maxi Dress manages to combine the 70s style with a beautiful array of flowers. The white base fades down into a beautiful mess of flowers and sequins along the bottom him, and the V-necklace has multi-colored breads in the same pastel hues. Since it is a sleeveless, tank style Maxi Dress, you can easily pair it with a shrug or sweater on colder evenings, and the 52" length prevents plenty of room for showing off shapely less and adorable sandals or heels. You can purchase this plus-size Maxi Dress online for $69.99-$79.99 in sizes 14W-34W.

The "Maxi Dress, Peasant Style" by Jessica London - This clever, unique Maxi Dress is simply too incredible to not be included in this list. It features the same long, flowing design which most of the above Maxi Dress styles offer, but it goes above and beyond by combining a Mandarin collar, sleeveless arms, empire waist, a gradual color shift and a stunning lace-like pattern. With a rich purple on stretching from the best down to the hips, which then fades from a rich orange to a dark yellow, this Maxi Dress offers a slenderizing effect for curvy ladies. The goldtone piping is equally slimming, as it draws the eyes vertically along the figure. You can purchase this plus-size Maxi Dress online for $69.99-79.99 in sizes 14W-28W.

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