We’ve rounded up the top 10 summer holiday dresses for women that will take you from beach to bar, poolside to dinner plans and city exploring to shopping days.
Designed to fit and flatter plus size women, our plus size holiday dresses feature the latest trends, flattering shapes and quality fabrics.
Best Holiday Dresses by Occasion:
- Best holiday dress for daytime exploring: A lightweight floaty jersey dress
- Best holiday dress for the beach: A loose maxi dress
- Best holiday dress for evenings: A smart evening dress
- Best holiday dress for hot weather: A breathable cotton or linen dress
- Best holiday dress for all-day wear: A throw-on sundress
1. What is the Best Plus Size Dress for Travelling?
The Comfy Travel Dress
Best for: Flights and road trips, travel days and transfers, first-day exploring.
Covering travel days, transfers and first day exploring, this Yours Curve Black Button Through Mini Dress keeps you cool and comfy whilst still looking and feeling put together. The simple style makes it super versatile to wear to different occasions beyond the holiday. Made from a comfortable fabric in a loose fit style, it features button through fastenings, short sleeves and a comfortable knee length.
Why it Works:
- Soft fabrics reduce irritation on long journeys
- Loose fit allows movement and comfort
- Easy to layer for changing temperatures
How To Style: Wear with trainers, tote bag and a light jacket or cardigan.
2. What Should You Wear to the Beach?
The Easy Beach Dress
Best for: Throwing on over swimwear as you head from pool to bar.
The dress you’ll reach for most day-to-day as you need something to throw on heading to the beach and pool. This Yours Curve Black Palm Crinkle Beach Dress is the ultimate throw on option featuring a holiday ready tropical print, adjustable drawstring waist to define your shape, ruffle hem sitting at knee length. The loose fit makes it comfortable, flattering and easy to throw on over swimwear.
Why it Works:
- Quick to throw on and off
- Keeps you cool in the heat
- Easy to pack without taking up space
How to Style:
Slip on flip flops and grab your biggest beach bag to take supplies for the day in.
3. What Is the Best Plus Size Dress for Hot Weather?
The Linen or Cotton Dress
Best for: Hot climates, daytime exploring and summer holidays.
Hot weather calls for the lightest fabric we can find. In comes your trusty linen or cotton dress to keep you cool, comfortable and on-trend. This Yours Curve Mediterranean Print Maxi Smock Dress ticks all the boxes for hot weather holidays. Made from 100% cotton for the ultimate breathable wear, the loose silhouette and tiered design keeps it floaty and lightweight.
Why it Works:
- Natural fabrics allow airflow
- Lightweight feel prevents overheating
- Comfortable for all-day wear
How to Style:
Wear it with sandals and a cross body bag for daytime exploring.
4. What Should You Wear for Holiday Sightseeing?
The Smock Dress
Best for: City breaks, walking tours and shopping days.
A relaxed, breathable plus size smock dress keeps you comfortable from city breaks to exploring days out where you’re on your feet all day and need a comfortable dress throughout the day. Made from 100% offering a breathable, lightweight wear it features a contrast stitch design, two side pockets and midi length.
Why it Works:
- Non-restrictive fit for movement
- Easy to style with trainers
- Comfortable relaxed fit for long days out
How to Style:
Wear it with trainers for days you’ll be on your feet a lot exploring.
5. What Is the Best Dress for Holiday Evenings?
The Effortless Evening Dress
Best for: Dinner dates, sunset dinners and beach drinks
Make the most of sunset evenings and opt for an effortless evening dress that makes you feel dressed up and still relaxed enough for that laid-back holiday look. This Yours Curve Yellow Tropical Midi Dress is the ultimate holiday evening dress. The tropical print instantly makes it holiday-worthy with a loose fit and adjustable tie waist to cinch in and add definition to your shape.
Why it Works:
- Lightweight enough for warm nights
- Easy to dress up with accessories
- Instantly elevates your look
How to Style:
Wear it with wedges and accessorise with bangles and statement jewellery.
6. What Is the Most Versatile Holiday Dress?
The Go-With-Everything White Dress
Best for: Day-to-night holiday outfits, exploring local towns and markets, packing light without sacrificing options
A white summer dress is the ultimate holiday staple. This Yours Curve White Flower Shirt Dress is crafted from 100% cotton for a breathable, lightweight wear. Detailed with embroidered flowers and trim detail, it features a button fastening and tiered smock style for a loose, floaty fit. The dress that does it all from daytime exploring to evening dinner plans.
Why it Works:
- A neutral colour gives endless styling options
- Looks instantly fresh and put-together
- Easy to dress up or down
How to Style:
Wear it with sandals for casual daytime plans and wedges for an elevated evening look.
7. Are Maxi Dresses Good for Holidays?
The Floaty Maxi Dress
Best for: Beach walks, casual dinners and warm evenings
The one dress that always makes its way into your suitcase, a floaty maxi dress. Our Yours Curve White Broderie Anglaise Tiered Maxi Dress features a feminine broderie anglaise embroidered fabric with an elasticated waistband to define and cinch in your waist with a floaty tiered maxi length. The embroidered fabric makes it easy to elevate or keep casual for a range of occasions on holiday.
Why it Works:
- Lightweight, flowy fabrics to keep you cool
- Versatile styling for every occasion
- Full-length silhouette creates an elongated shape
How to Style:
For daytime causal plans keep it simple with flats and sandals and elevate with heels and wedges for evening plans.
8. What Is the Best Dress for a Poolside Look?
The Statement Cover-Up Dress
Best for: Pool days, all-inclusive holidays and moving between the pool, bar and restaurant.
More than just a cover up, it’s a full outfit that works from one plan to the next without needing a complete change. Our Limited Collection Pink Crochet Knitted Dress features a lightweight crochet fabric, classic collar and button placket with a relaxed fit making it the ideal option for relaxing by the pool.
Why it Works:
- Lightweight fabrics keep you cool in the heat
- Easy throw-on design is perfect over swimwear
- Doubles as an outfit, not just a cover up
How to Style:
Throw on over your swimsuit or bikini for an instant style statement by the pool.
9. What Should You Wear for a Special Holiday Occasion?
The Dressy Statement Dress
Best for: Birthday dinners and celebrations, rooftop bars and sunset drinks and special events.
Why it Works:
- Elevated fabrics
- Confidence-boosting fits
- Flattering loose fit
How to Style:
Wear with simple low heels for an understated look to let the dress do all the talking.
10.What Is the Easiest Holiday Outfit?
The Throw-On Sundress
Best for: Everyday wear, quick outfit choices, packing light
Instantly feel-good, a throw-on sundress gives you a quick, easy outfit you can rely on. Our Yours Curve Khaki Green Linen Midi Dress is made from a linen-blend fabric for a lightweight feel that keeps you cool and comfortable. Detailing with a seamed waist adding shape to a loose style, functional side pockets and a comfortable mid length.
Why it Works:
- Minimal effort required
- Works for multiple occasions
- Dress up or down
- Lightweight and airy
- Layer up for evenings
How to Style:
Wear it with sandals for casual plans and trainers for days you’re walking around exploring.
How to Choose the Right Holiday Dress
- Choose breathable fabrics such as cotton or linen to keep you cool and comfortable
- Pack versatile styles you can wear from day-to-night and throughout your trip
- Keep it simple with easy to style pieces
- Opt for floaty silhouettes for maximum comfort and airy style
Shop more plus size holiday dresses at Yours in UK sizes 12-40.
