Certain prints tend to evoke certain feelings. We often think of crisp fall days when we see plaid clothing, while polka dots always feel retro and fun. Even animal prints give off bold wild child vibes. But gingham—gingham just feels like warm weather. And considering that the print descended from the picnic blanket, it’s difficult to deny that gingham is a seasonal classic. Fun and playful—but not too overwhelming or gimmicky—gingham has earned its rightful place at the top of the warm-weather sartorial hierarchy. And what better way to wear it everyday this season than with an abundance of plus-size gingham dresses?
Like other prints, gingham offers us a wide range of warm-weather vibes. Some plus-size gingham dresses are a bit romantic, perfect for wearing at the park on a sunny day (glass of champagne in-hand, obviously). Others are funky and a bit edgy, allowing for endless street style possibilities. And some gingham dresses are simply classic—the kind of frocks you could wear 10 years ago and 10 years from now. Of course, each type is definitely worth adding to your wardrobe this season.
So go ahead and stock up on endlessly-trendy gingham. Grab a gingham mini dress to pair with your chunkiest sneakers and oversized sunglasses. Or, turn some heads in a party-ready gingham maxi dress and heels. You can even go bold with a brightly-colored gingham dress paired with chunky booties and a mini bag. How you choose to style your plus-size gingham dresses might change through the years, but the fashion world’s love for the print never will.
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1. Plus-Size Gingham Mini Dress
shop the look — $27.99 from Forever 21
2. Lola May Tiered Smock Dress
shop the look — $45 from ASOS
3. Who What Wear Balloon Long-Sleeve Dress
shop the look — $39.99 from Target
4. New Look Ruched Mini Tea Dress in Green Gingham
shop the look — $30 from ASOS
5. Plus-Size Plaid Maxi Dress
shop the look — $20.29 from Forever 21
6. Beatrice Dress in Parrot Check
shop the look — $246 from WRAY
7. A New Day Sleeveless Smocked-Waist Dress
shop the look — $27.99 from Target
8. Finley Gingham Shirtdress
shop the look — $158 from Anthropologie
9. Daisy Street Mini Smock Dress in Gingham
shop the look — $45 from ASOS
10. Plus-Size Gingham Dress
shop the look — $16.09 from Forever 21
11. A-Line Dress
shop the look — $29.99 from H&M
12. Ava & Viv Long-Sleeve Poplin Shirtdress
shop the look — $29.99 from Target
13. COLLUSION V-Neck Trapeze Dress in Seersucker Gingham
shop the look — $32 from ASOS
14. Plus-Size Gingham Balloon-Sleeve Dress
shop the look — $20.99 from Forever 21
15. Josephine Dress in Parrot Check
shop the look — $288 from WRAY
16. A New Day Sleeveless Button-Front Dress
shop the look — $27.99 from Target
17. COLLUSION Plus-Size Mono Gingham Shirtdress
shop the look — $21.75 from ASOS
18. ASOS DESIGN Mixed Gingham & Floral Mini Dress
shop the look — $36 from ASOS
19. Plus-Size Gingham T-Shirt Dress
shop the look — $14 from Forever 21
20. Plus-Size Gingham Smock Dress
shop the look — $12.80 from Boohoo
21. Urban Threads Mini Smock Dress in Gingham
