Yes, a plus size cocktail dress would be appropriate. Just make sure it's not too short.
Yes, you can buy a plus size cocktail dress with sleeves on the following website: http://www.igigi.com/. They have a fantastic selection.
Often the clothing web sites you already use have plus sizes available, which can be found inside the cocktail dress size drop-down box, or by searching the category Plus Size, depending on the web site. However, whole sites are dedicated just to plus size cocktail dresses, or to plus size clothing. Sites such as Fashion Bug, Avenue and Lane Bryant all feature plus size cocktail dresses. Other sites are for the niche shopper, looking solely for plus size cocktail dresses. Some of those sites are Figuresque, Alight, and Torrid.
There are some great online stores that carry plus size cocktail dresses. Try Kiyonna, which is available at http://www.kiyonna.com/plus-size-clothing/Cocktail.html. You can also try browsing Avenue's online collection, which is available here: http://www.avenue.com/womens/clothing/plus-size-cocktail-dress.
Along with the many dresses and skirts you can buy at Macy's, you can also purchase plus size cocktail dresses there. I looked online at their site, and the prices seem reasonable by their standards.
A search of LaneBryant.com comes up with two matches for party dresses. a satin cocktail dress and a sleeveless black velvet party dress. Both are available in plus sizes. Here's the link to look at them http://www.lanebryant.com/catalog/search.cmd?form_state=searchForm&x=0&y=0&keyword=cocktail+dresses.
Macy's has a great selection of plus sized cocktail dresses. You can look through their in-store selection or browse their pages of dresses online. They also have a great return policy, if needed.
Needing to find plus size formal wear can mean launching a full on hunt for the perfect plus size cocktail dress. Many women fall into the trap of trying to hide their bodies' imperfections with too many ruffles, ribbons, patterns and other adornments. These additions only add extra pounds and inches, though, while a solid colored plus size cocktail dress with a plunging v-neckline will elongate your body's shape. The result is a much slimmer overall silhouette. Make your dress one in a dark color to maximize this flattering effect and add a fun pair of sling back style pumps.
Almost anywhere you can get a cute petite cocktail dress from. However, Torrid would be a great place to check first. They have only plus sizes, so you can really focus on your needs and not any one else. Besides, nothing is better than a dress fits like a glove. Massoo.com will also be a good choice. Custom made service for only 9€. Whether your full figured or petite sized, you able to have a perfect fit cocktail dress.
The biggest dress size in most plus size stores is 32.
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Nordstrom, with many locations including California, is a great place to find dresses for any occassion. They have dresses ranging from eving wear, to weddings, to cocktail attire. And, sizes range from junior to plus size depending on the style.
You can find a plus size evening dress in the plus size section of a department store. Both Macys and Nordstroms have plus size sections. It is best to try them on in person.