If there’s one article of clothing that always, without fail, looks majorly steamy, it’s a red dress. And while there are speculations (and actual, legitimate scientific studies, if you can believe) that wearing red invokes some sort of biological response, the reasons why the color is associated with sex-appeal are largely unknown. Regardless, we, as a society, see red clothing and immediately get ~sultry~ vibes. There’s just no denying it. Red! Dresses! Are! Sexy! Thankfully, plus-size red dresses abound—so you might as well lean into the societal phenomenon and treat yourself.
Of course, you don’t even have to go full-on sexy with it. Yes, there are plenty of red bodycon and mini dresses that are perfect for spending the night downtown with your BFFs, dancing it out at the club. But (!) that’s not your only option! There are also an abundance of red dresses you could wear to dinner with your family or as a festive holiday look. No matter the event, you can rock a red dress however you want.
And quite frankly, red dresses have a special place in the holiday season. They fit with the theme of the holidays (Red and green are classic Christmas colors, obviously.) but can be worn long after New Year’s Eve, too. If you’re searching for the ideal sexy winter dress, opting for something in a red hue is a ridiculously smart choice. Having a dress you can wear from winter through spring? Sounds good to us.
This holiday season—and far beyond—do yourself a favor and snag a few plus-size red dresses. You’ll look red hot (hehe) at every soiree, in every family photo, or even just on your Instagram feed, but you’ll still be able to wear these beauts once the festivities die down as well. It’s a win-win situation of the sexiest variety—and we’ll definitely be taking advantage.
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1. Red Dramatic Sweetheart Bodycon Dress

shop the look – $99.95 from Eloquii
2. Sought After Satin Cowl Dress
shop the look – $23.40 from Nasty Gal
3. Wine Sequin Twist-Front Dress
shop the look – $60 from Boohoo
4. Red Mesh Ruched Midi Dress
shop the look – $28 from PrettyLittleThing
5. Plum Maple Dress
shop the look – $298 from Reformation
6. Sheer Dot Puff-Sleeve Maxi Dress
shop the look – $149.95 from Eloquii
7. Red Crinkle Midi Dress

shop the look – $33 from PrettyLittleThing
8. Pomegranate Crossover Chiffon Jumpsuit
shop the look – $89.95 from Lane Bryant
9. Red Mesh Ruched Mini Dress
shop the look – $31 from Missguided
10. Burgundy Sequin Bardot Bodycon Dress
shop the look – $59 from PrettyLittleThing
11. Palazzo Pant Jumpsuit
shop the look – $59.99 from Eloquii
12. Burgundy Satin Long-Sleeve Wrap Dress
shop the look – $28 from PrettyLittleThing
13. Berry Textured Puff-Sleeve Smock Dress

shop the look – $45 from Boohoo
14. Burgundy Velvet Corset Detail Midi Dress
shop the look – $33 from PrettyLittleThing
15. Red Plisse Wrap Midi Dress
shop the look – $19 from Missguided
16. Tie-Belt Satin Dress
shop the look – $34.99 from H&M
17. Crossover High-Low Maxi Dress
shop the look – $89.95 from Lane Bryant
18. Red Mesh Ruched Bodycon Dress
shop the look – $40 from PrettyLittleThing
19. If You Faux Leather Be in Love Dress

shop the look – $30 from Nasty Gal
20. Red Balloon-Sleeve Palazzo Jumpsuit
shop the look – $49.99 from Eloquii
21. Cutting to the Feeling Midi Dress
shop the look – $149 from ModCloth
22. Drama Sleeve V-Neck Sequin Dress
shop the look – $129.95 from Eloquii
23. Red Puff-Sleeve Dress
shop the look – $24.99 from H&M
24. Vero Moda Burgundy Quilted Smock Dress
shop the look – $40.50 from ASOS
25. Venetian Red Crossover Midi Dress
