Fashionable and Flattering Organic and Natural Plus-Size Dresses For Women
When it comes to finding fashionable and flattering plus-size clothing, finding stylish plus size white dresses or plus size maxi dresses is only half the battle. There are many organic clothing brands today that are making fashion-forward and environmentally-friendly sexy plus size dresses that are designed specifically with beautiful plus-size women in mind.
Many of these clothing brand designers don’t just feature trendy plus size women’s clothing made out of organic materials, but they also take a stance on many women's issues and promote sustainable clothing practices and fair-trade fabric manufacturing. We took a look at some of the biggest organic women’s plus size clothing store brands to find on-trend and cute plus-size cocktail dresses, plus size black dresses, plus size long dresses and plus size evening dresses that are made with eco-friendly practices.
We have created a list of the best organic and natural plus size dresses that are designed specifically with plus-size women in mind. These trendy plus size clothing options are not only helping full figured women find figure-flattering clothing, but they are also helping to do their part to better the planet while they’re at it.
1. XCVI
Type of Dress | Plus Size Evening Gown
Clothing Benefits | Eco-Friendly, Fair Trade, Organic, Socially Responsible
Plus Size Clothing Size | Large, Extra Large, 1X, 2X, 3X
Clothing Material | Organic Cotton, Bamboo
Plus Size Evening Dress Price | $189
The popular California clothing brand XCVI is known for its effortless looking clothing designs, but what many people don’t realize is that these beach-inspired designs are also eco-friendly. The Fair trade clothing brand has a strict code of conduct where they strive to observe environmentally conscious practices in all locations where they operate.
XCVI is proud to be WRAP Certified and Bureau Veritas Approved both in the U.S. and overseas in Shengzhoa. They also only use low impact dyes on all of their garments, meaning they don’t contain any toxic chemicals or banned metals. XCVI carries a number of plus size summer dresses such as the Fonda Dress, one of their most popular plus-size casual dresses.
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2. Mien
Type of Dress | Plus Size Midi Dress
Benefits | BIPOC Owned, Sustainable Materials, Made in USA, Vegan Verified, Women Owned
Plus Size Cocktail Clothing Size | XS - 3X
Material | GOTS Certified Organic Cotton
Plus Size Midi Dress Price | $168
The Maison Midi Plus Size Dress from Mien is designed specifically with plus-sized women in mind. This is a plus size midi dress is the perfect silhouette with a twist. Dolman sleeves are cinched so you can wear them pulled down.
A nice detail feature is the touch of glimmer from the smooth gliding brass zipper and hidden side pockets. Mien is dedicated to a real sustainable fashion movement, noting that the retail industry is the second-largest polluter in the world. They are dedicated to reducing the amount of clothing that is thrown away every year and promoting reuse among their products. They also ship everything in their patented eco-friendly garment bags. So if your searching for for an everday dress or plus size homecoming dresses, be sure to take a quick look at the Mien Dresses.
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3. Hatley
Type of Dress | Plus Size Shift Dress
Benefits | Eco-Friendly, Fair Trade, Organic, Give Back, Socially Responsible, Made in the USA, Green
Plus Size Clothing Size | Large, Extra Large
Material | Organic Cotton
Plus Size Dress Price | $76
This simple Blue Elephant Shift Plus Size Dress not only comes in plus sizes, but it comes from a company that is dedicated to doing their part to help the environment and support charity programs such as Open Door Mercy Home Trust. Hatley donates a portion of their sales to local programs such as Lake Massawippi Water Protection Association.
An organization designed to preserve the the quality of water and natural wildlife surrounding the area. According to the Hatley website, whenever they decided to design a product, they do their best to make sure that it is made from natural fibers and created in an environmentally sensitive way. They work with factories and facilities that are dedicated to manufacturing their clothes in a green manner, meaning every product, including this affordable plus size clothing is made with the planet’s best interest in mind.
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4. No Nasties
Type of Dress | Utility Dress
Benefits | Eco-Friendly, Organic, Sustainable, Vegan Verified, Socially Responsible, Fair Trade, Green
Plus Size Clothing Size | Large, Extra Large
Material | GOTS Certified Cotton
Plus Size Utility Dress Price | $92
No Nasties is an online activewear company that carries a variety of plus size shirt dresses and plus size sweater dresses. They are also a company that is dedicated to make a positive impact on the environment by featuring many different organic or eco-friendly pieces. This includes this Bianca Plus Size long sleeve dress, which is actually made of sustainable fabrics created from recycled post-consumer materials.
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5. Mango
Type of Dress | Plus Size Short Dress
Benefits | Eco-Friendly, Give Back, Socially Responsible, Green,
Material | Polyester and Elastane
Plus Size Dress | 12, 14, 16, 18
Plus Size Short Dress Price | $80
This plus-size Short Button Dress from Mango is perfect for everyday wear and features an on-trend button front along with a v-neck design. This plus size red dress isn’t the only thing that we love about Mango. Mango has always been dedicated to doing their part to help the environment.
This includes their very own sustainable clothing line that not only utilizes eco-friendly and ethically-sourced materials, but sustainable practices as well. This womens clothing line has organic cotton, Tencel and recycled polyester in it, but the entire clothing brand is also making an effort by adopting more environmentally-friendly practices throughout their entire production process.
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6. MPG Sport
Type of Dress | Plus Size Fitted Dress
Benefits | Eco-Friendly, Fair Trade, Organic, Give Back, Socially Responsible, Green
Plus Size Clothing Size | Large, Extra Large
Material | Moisture-Wicking Terry
Plus Size Fitted Dress Price | $50
This Plus Size Bodysuit Dress from MPG is comfortable, functional and fashionable and is truly versatile. Their clothing items are designed for everyday wear and bring a sense of style to comfortable athleisure. MPG Sport made our list of products thanks not only to their fashionable and functional, plus-sized dress, but because they have a commitment to doing their part to help the environment.
They partner with Bluesign on many of their products, which is a company that sources products and raw materials that leave behind a minimal environmental footprint. It is efforts like this that help make this company one you can feel good about buying from.
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7. Mata Traders
Type of Dress | Tie Dress
Benefits | Eco-Friendly, Handcrafted, Women Owned, Give Back, Socially Responsible, Fair Trade, Green
Plus Size Clothing Size | Large Dress, Extra Large Dress
Material | Organic Cotton
Plus Size Knit Dress Price | $82
Mata Traders is known for their beach-inspired clothing and for their fun, colorful prints. This plus-size Montrose Tie Dress is the epitome of Mata Traders style and features a figure-flattering shape that is sure to impress. However, this isn’t the only impressive thing about the clothing company. The company is working on creating a clothing line made entirely out of organic cotton materials.
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8. NAU
Type of Dress | Shirt Dress
Benefits | Eco-Friendly, Fair Trade, Organic, USDA Certified, Recyclable, Give Back, Socially Responsible, Made in the USA, Green, Handmade
Plus Size Clothing Size | Extra Small, Small, Medium, Large, Extra Large
Material | Organic Cotton
Plus Size Long Sleeve Dress Price | $145
NAU is one of the leaders in the industry when it comes to eco-friendly clothing products. We love this company because they not only carry fashionable plus-size clothing like this organic Plus Size Black Shirt Dress, but they also have a large selection of sustainable items.
Every clothing product in their collection is created from Fair Trade, GOTS certified organic cotton and they are created to be flattering for women of all shapes ad sizes. Plus, they don’t use toxic dyes or harsh chemicals or pesticides, just natural, healthy and eco-friendly materials that look as great as they feel.
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9. Patagonia
Type of Dress | Plus Size Summer Dress
Benefits | Eco-Friendly, Organic, Give Back, Socially Responsible, Green, Fair Trade, Forest Stewardship Council
Plus Size Summer Clothing Size | Large, Extra Large
Material | Natural, Eco-Friendly, Tencel
Plus Size Summer Dress Price | $99
This Patagonia Pataloha Plus Size summer dress doesn’t just feature a flattering Hawaiian design but it comes in plus-sizes as well. Our favorite feature of this sleeveless plus size dress is the natural-fibered, eco-friendly Tencel lyocell twill. Their cute plus size clothes are part of the many pieces in the Patagoina collection that utilizes natural fibers like this.
The Fair Trade clothing company is based in the US and is known for their eco-friendly garments. In addition to Tencel, they are also known for their social responsibility support through the One Percent for the Planet, Worn Wear and Sustainable Apparel Coalition. When you buy high-fashion pieces from Patagonia, you know that the materials used are always safe, natural and eco-friendly.
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10. Standards & Practices
Type of Dress | Chiffon Wrap Plus Size Dress
Benefits | Eco-Friendly, Fair Trade, Organic, Give Back, Socially Responsible, Designed in the USA, Green
Plus Size Clothing Size | 1X, 2X, 3X
Material | Cruelty-free Poly Chiffon
Plus Size Wrap Dress Price | $88
This Standards & Practices Chiffon Wrap Dress comes in plus sizes and is made-to-order, meaning the company does not waste any products or materials. Plus Size casual blue Dresses like this one are not only eco-friendly but they are luxurious, stylish and great for a multitude of occasions, which is why we put this dress on our list.
This Candice Snakeskin Print Chiffon Wrap Dress is made from a fine luxurious poly. This fabric is cruelty-free and isn’t treated with any chemicals or dyes that are toxic to the environment, meaning when you wear this piece, you can feel good about what you are putting on your body.
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Flattering, Plus-Sized Women’s Dresses to Feel Good About
A great plus size sundress or plus size party dress can take you anywhere from running errands to an elegant night on the town. Finding a flattering and fashionable women’s plus-size short sleeve dress or sexy plus size clothes isn’t always as easy as it seems.
From plus size clothing online, to full figured prom dresses to casual plus size maxi dresses to women's extra large cocktail dresses, we have taken the time to find some of the best, on-trend plus-size women’s dresses that not only look great, but that are actually designed with the environment in mind. If you are looking for eco-friendly pieces that truly help others and the planet, then look to this list of plus-size dresses. These brands are changing the fashion industry and how it impacts our planet.
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