red puffy dress Miss Circle Women Mabel Burgundy Drop Waist Layered Mesh Midi with Bow with a flattering silhouette and chic details Red satin puff sleeve long

As new fashions and dresses arrive for 2019, let me share with you 5 of my top picks for plus size formal gowns

This balances out the long length of the dress and directs the gaze towards your decolletage and face

They are super lightweight and go with anything

(we still need to steam them to get all the wrinkles out, but we were so excited we threw them on immediately) Thank you Birdy Grey for making this post possible!

Slip dresses are always a favorite of mine

When in doubt, lean slightly more formal with navy or charcoal suits, but feel free to explore lighter shirt colors and more interesting accessories than typical office wear