20 Plus size dressy tops for evening wear (read #Tip 11!)

Looking for some plus-size dressy tops for evening wear? You’ve come to the right place.

Whether it’s a fine dining date, gala, or Friday night party, well, dressing up is a big part of the fun!

To look elegant yet forgiving, I’ve gathered 20 types of plus-size evening wear tops along with some styling hacks.

I also included one extra tip to dress up an otherwise plain blouse by the end of the post, stay tuned!

1. Plus size peplum dressy top

First thing first, the belly-forgiving peplum top.

Featuring the extra stripe of fabric gathered around the waist, it covers the midsection perfectly and accentuates the high waist area.

Whether you team it with a flowy pair of culottes or a sleek pencil skirt, this evening look is a 10/10.

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To look more dressed up, picking the right fabric is key.

For a luxurious and feminine feel, a silk or satin (more budget-friendly choice) wrap top is a no-brainer.

For a budget pick, I love this classy top from Amazon.

For tall girls or any ladies who are looking for a top with a long peplum that fully covers the belly, this one is perfect!

2. One-shoulder top for an evening occasion

Gravitate toward a sleek yet dressy look? Well, get experimental with the shoulder design!

My favorite is the one-shoulder top – it’s just effortlessly high fashion and sharp at the same time.

The best part? It is forgiving in all figures because of the asymmetrical shape.

Thanks to the unique design, it just accentuates the collarbone and flatters the shoulder line as a whole.

Trust me, it’s impossible to not feel feminine in this top.

Together with a dainty necklace, this is how you pull together a polished look.

3. Dressy plus size animal print top

Of course, how can we not mention the animal prints tops?

To spice up your otherwise expected look with a dash of wildness, rock a leopard top that truly seals the deal!

To achieve a nice balance, a mock neck leopard print, and high waist cream pants just look perfect together.

Stylish but not overwhelming.

While animal prints are tricky to wear, you can always keep things neat by limiting the colors on your body.

If you are wearing the black and brown leopard print top, throw on a pair of black jeans and a brown clutch bag to keep the look united.

Of course, there’s no foolproof way to style a printed top.

The tone-matching is just one of the “safest” ways to style for the beginner, feel free to discover all the interesting combos when you dive deep into the animal prints department!

4. Plus size beaded top

When it comes to the special events like gala or parties, it’s time for your beaded top to shine!

Lemme tell you sis, beaded top with elegant scallop trim is definitely a rare find.

For the party girls, this cold shoulder beaded blouse is a total eye candy.

To add a hint of personality, a super high pony and hoop earrings just scream the right vibes!

5. Dressy plus-size mesh top

When I want to show my arms but do not feel like wearing a sleeveless top, well, a mesh top always comes into my mind.

It’s subtle yet figure-flattering at the same time.

This mesh polka dot blouse and purple culottes just look glam yet sassy.

If you want to embrace animal prints in a lowkey way, this mesh top is my best find.

Whether you team it with faux leather pants or flared-leg jeans, it’s equally flattering!

If you are opting for something relatively modest with a twist of style, a mesh sleeve top with elegant keyhole detail is what you need.

6. Get experimental with all shoulder line

While I do have a thing for one-shoulder tops, off-shoulder, and square-neck tops are on my list as well!

I love this elegant silhouette and flared-out sleeve.

This square neck shoulder line is just one-of-a-kind.

If you have a short neck or narrow shoulder, definitely give this top a try as it can create a longer neck illusion.

And again, it draws focus to the collarbone.

7. Dressy tops with asymmetrical hemline

Here’s the truth: Anything with asymmetrical hemline is extra forgiving.

Whether that’s a one-shoulder top or an asymmetric tunic, it just works the same.

Different from the regular hemline that “cuts” the body horizontally, the V-line top draws eyes upwards and visually lengthens your body.

If you are wearing a pair of tight jeans, team it with an asymmetrical top just to make the legs appear to be way slimmer!

Try it out and you’ll know the magic.

8. Plus size high-low dressy top

For a special occasion, a high-low longline blouse like this is sure to turn heads.

Side note:

To rock a longline blouse as a petite girl, pick the one with a middle sleeve instead of a long sleeve.

That way, you will avoid looking top-heavy and balance the frame easily.

9. Belted blazer for evening wear

Guess what, your work blazer can be your dressy top!

This lady below clearly knows the assignment.

When the days are cold out but you still want to wear your summer slip dress, layer that up with a blazer and just look harmonious together.

To transform this into a top, all you need to do is belt it up!

SIDE NOTE:

To make it look like a coordinated set, matching the color tone is key.

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10. Plus size formal monotone look

Want to turn your otherwise normal top into something dressy?

Well, a monotone look just level up the look in an instant.

By putting similar shades together, it just add a touch of sophistication and elegance to your look.

A pink sweater is too casual?

Well, not when you match it with a statement pleated skirt, white boots, and beret.

11. Wear a long necklace to dress up the look

For the ladies who gravitate towards minimalist design, no worries, you can keep your favorite round-neck plain blouse!

There are tons of ways to dress the look up and sometimes all you need is to complement the look with an elegant long necklace.

For the best effect, pick a necklace with contrasting colors so it can really stand out.

FINAL THOUGHTS:

So there you ladies, the 20 plus size dressy tops for evening tops for all possible occasions.

From sassy date night to Friday happy hour, you will never run out of outfit inspo!

What are your thoughts on that? I hope that can give you some ideas and get you settled on the right dressy tops!

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