The best plus-size dress for an occasion is the one that matches the event, flatters your shape and feels comfortable to wear from the moment you put it on. Our By Occasion guides help you find elegant Scarlett & Jo dresses for wedding guests, mother of the bride moments, black tie events and Christmas parties, with expert advice on dress codes, flattering silhouettes and supportive design features that help every woman feel confident and beautifully dressed. 

If your main question is not your body shape but the event itself, start here. Whether you are looking for something polished for a wedding, refined for a mother of the bride role, glamorous for black tie or festive for party season, these guides make it easier to choose a dress that feels right for the occasion as well as flattering on the body. 

Why Scarlett & Jo Dresses Work by Occasion

Scarlett & Jo dresses are designed for real occasions, not just for the hanger. Advanced Fit Technology® is created to improve bust, waist and hip balance for a smoother fit with less gaping, pulling or bunching. POWERFIT® combines stretch with stability, helping the fabric move with the body while keeping its shape, and MagicBand® is built into many dresses to gently define the waist and create a more flattering silhouette. Together, these features help Scarlett & Jo dresses feel supportive, comfortable and special enough to wear from ceremony to dancefloor, dinner to drinks, or party to late evening. 

Scarlett & Jo’s design approach is also known for creating an elegant hourglass effect through cut, fabric and proportion. That means each guide is grounded not just in general styling advice, but in the actual construction details that make a dress sit well, feel polished and work beautifully for the event you are dressing for. 

Find the Right Guide for Your Occasion

Wedding Guest

If you are dressing for a wedding as a guest, start with wedding guest. The most flattering styles often combine waist definition, elegant prints, soft sleeves and polished midi or maxi lengths that feel celebratory without being overdone. 

Mother of the Bride

If you want something polished, supportive and special for one of life’s most important occasions, start with mother of the bride. Dresses with elegant coverage, refined prints, flattering waists and flowing skirts can help you feel confident, comfortable and beautifully dressed throughout the day. 

Black Tie

If the dress code is formal and the event calls for something glamorous, start with black tie. Floor-length gowns, long elegant midis, rich colours and statement sleeve details often work best for creating a look that feels sophisticated, flattering and event-appropriate. 

Christmas Party

If you are dressing for party season, start with Christmas party. Velvet, festive colour, shimmering detail and flattering midi silhouettes can help create a look that feels glamorous, fun and easy to wear across everything from Christmas dinner to evening celebrations. [Source](https://www.scarlettandjo.com/blogs/scarlett-jo/81486212-plus-size-party-picks-for-the-holidays)

Expert Advice from Scarlett & Jo's Fit Specialists