Plus Size Women's Summer Short Sleeve Dresses: Recommended for Plus Size Women! Cool, Comfortable, and Slimming Summer Dresses 2025

Introduction | Summer is the perfect time to wear a short-sleeved dress for a stylish, comfortable, and slimming look!

• In the hot summer, we want to wear clothes that are as cool and comfortable as possible. Especially for women with a plump figure,
• ・"I don't like summer clothes because they make my body shape stand out..."
• ・"I want a cool, stylish, slimming dress!"

I'm sure there are many people who have the same concerns.

This time, we will focus on "summer short-sleeved dresses for plus-size women," and introduce in detail the key points to consider when choosing a dress that will allow plus-size women to feel confident and comfortable even in the summer, as well as recommended products.

Three points to consider when choosing a short-sleeved summer dress for plus-size women

① Choose a material that is cool and breathable!

Many plus-sized people tend to sweat easily, so for summer dresses, we recommend breathable, sweat-absorbing materials such as cotton, linen blends, and light rayon. These are light to wear and don't get stuffy, so you can stay comfortable even in the hot summer.

② Choose a silhouette that easily covers your body shape!

In the summer, people wear lighter clothing, so it's important to cover your body shape. The following designs are recommended for plus-sized people.

• -A-line dress: Flares out from the waist to the hem, naturally covering the hips and thighs.
• -Flared sleeves/dolman sleeves: Gently hide the upper arms.
• - High waistline and gathers: Makes the waist appear higher and makes the stomach area less noticeable.

3. Add bright colors and patterns for a summery look!

Summer is the season when you want to actively incorporate bright colors and patterns. Small floral patterns, stripes, and polka dots disperse the eye and are effective in hiding your figure. Bright colors also have the effect of making your complexion look brighter and more vibrant.

[Product Links Included] Angel Size Recommendations! 3 Short-Sleeve Dresses for Summer

[1] Heart buckle layered mini pleated dress

Made from soft, lightweight polyester fabric, it is breathable but not stretchy.
The dress has two different colors and features a leather band with a heart buckle on the chest.
It features puff sleeves with buttoned cuffs to hide your upper arms, and an invisible zipper at the side seam makes it easy to put on and take off.

▶ Heart Buckle Layered Mini Pleated Dress (LL/3L/4L/5L)

[2] Blue button closure tiered dress

This plus-size tiered dress will make every day a little more special. The tiered design flares out from the waist, gently covering the belly and hips of plus-size women. The collar and voluminous sleeves add a touch of sweetness, while the front buttons make it easy to put on and take off. Simply put it on and you'll achieve a stylish casual look that will impress.

Plus Size Women's Blue Button Closure Tiered Dress (3L/4L/5L/6L/7L)

[3] Cherry ribbon maiden dress

This plus-size dress, designed for plus-size women, features a cute, retro cherry pattern and a bright red ribbon that will catch your eye. The soft, flowing A-line silhouette provides ample coverage for any figure concerns. The sailor-style ruffled collar flatters the décolleté and also creates a slimming effect. Available in sizes 3L to 7L, it's loose-fitting yet still maintains a slimming silhouette.

Sweets Princess Japanese Lolita Dress - White (L/LL/3L/4L/5L)

Comparing examples of what not to do and what to do! Tips for coordinating summer dresses for plus-size women

❌ Examples of what not to do

• ・A silhouette that is too tight (body lines are visible)
• ・Extremely short sleeves (makes upper arms stand out)
• - Plain light colors (white, beige) (appears to expand)

✅ OK example

• - Soft A-line silhouette (naturally covers the body shape)
• - Flared or dolman sleeves with roomy sleeves (covers upper arms)
• - Fine patterns such as small floral or striped patterns (distributes the eye and creates a slimming effect)

Make your summer short-sleeved dress even more stylish! Recommended items to add to it

UV-cut hoodie

Great for sun protection and air conditioning. Thin and easy to wear.

▶ Lightweight, sun-protective yellow loose-fitting parka (3L/4L/5L/6L/7L)

Plus Size Women's Sandals

It pairs perfectly with any summer short-sleeved dress! Available in sizes from 21.5cm to 25.5cm.

▶ [Up to 25.5cm] Thick-soled black strap sandals

Summary | Even if you're a little chubby, you can stay cute and cool in the summer with short-sleeved dresses!

Plus-size women can achieve all three goals: comfort, slimming effect, and style by choosing the right short-sleeved summer dress.

• Choose cool, breathable materials
• ・Designed to cover the body shape
• - Use bright colors and small patterns to distract attention

Why not keep these things in mind and enjoy being fashionable in your own way this summer?

▶ Check out the latest summer dresses in Angel Size