Exclusive Plus Size Bridal Specialists

We are delighted to be back in our happy place, making dreams come true!
Now taking 2-hour appointment bookings, with exclusive and safe use of our shop in Poole town cente. Parking available right outside.

Closing down sale!

We will close at the end of January 2024.

It’s the hardest decision to make; we have had the most incredible journey with all our amazing brides.

Wedding Gowns in sizes 18 – 32

50% or more off everything! 

Open 9am-5pm, Tuesday-Saturday

Gowns from the Allure Women Collection

Veromia

Sonsie Collection

Gowns from the Bonny Bridal Unforgettable Collection

Special Day

Beautiful Brides+ Collection

Gowns from the Kenneth Winston Collection

Kenneth Winston

Femme Collection

We stock plus size gowns from Allure Bridals
We stock plus size gowns from Special Day
We stock plus size gowns from Kenneth Winston

At Brides with Curves we fully understand and embrace our beautiful curvy brides-to-be. We know that you want to look and feel gorgeous on your special day, so we have selected a fabulous range of award-winning plus size wedding dresses from top makers Veromia, Special Day and Kenneth Winston.

All three designers create beautiful bridal gowns that meet the styling needs of the fuller figure, offering structure and support for an amazing silhouette. 

So come and enjoy a highly personal service in a relaxed and friendly environment.

Beautiful Accessories 

Bridalwear Accessories from Allure Bridals

ELIZABETH DICKENS

Bridal Coat

Bridalwear Accessories from Kenneth Winston

Kenneth Winston

Bridal Jackets

Rainbow Club

Handmade
Super Soft Veils

Satin Bride's Shoes from Rainbow Club

Rainbow Club

Handmade
Satin Shoes

Without a doubt, the best experience I could’ve wished for. I’d go back in a heartbeat and re experience it all again with the help of Kelly! She made me feel worthy of having a magical dress and that I could be beautiful even with the curves ❤️


Samantha-Jayne

Brides with Curves, wedding gowns in sizes 18 - 32
5
2019-11-15T16:15:21+00:00

Samantha-Jayne

Without a doubt, the best experience I could’ve wished for. I’d go back in a heartbeat and re experience it all again with the help of Kelly! She made me feel worthy of having a magical dress and that I could be beautiful even with the curves ❤️

Wow what can I say. Kelly was fantastic. As a curvy girl I was apprehensive about going shopping for my wedding dress. I really didn't have to worry. I felt at ease and was treated like every woman should be made to feel for such a special occasion. The whole experience was amazing and I can't thank you enough.


Yolande Way

Brides with Curves, wedding gowns in sizes 18 - 32
5
2018-02-09T14:21:01+00:00

Yolande Way

Wow what can I say. Kelly was fantastic. As a curvy girl I was apprehensive about going shopping for my wedding dress. I really didn't have to worry. I felt at ease and was treated like every woman should be made to feel for such a special occasion. The whole experience was amazing and I can't thank you enough.

I rang up brides with curves after leaving another shop unhappy and feeling rather large. The service I received was outstanding. Kelly came back to the shop after closing to help me find my dream dress, and that is exactly what happened. I would recommend this shop until the cows come home, you made the whole experience how it should be, fun and fabulous. The little details you pay make it personal and special. 


Danielle Turner

Brides with Curves, wedding gowns in sizes 18 - 32
5
2018-02-09T14:19:59+00:00

Danielle Turner

I rang up brides with curves after leaving another shop unhappy and feeling rather large. The service I received was outstanding. Kelly came back to the shop after closing to help me find my dream dress, and that is exactly what happened. I would recommend this shop until the cows come home, you made the whole experience how it should be, fun and fabulous. The little details you pay make it personal and special. 

I would highly recommend Brides with Curves. Just being able to go to a bridal shop and even try on the dresses was huge, as most shops only stock smaller sizes. Kelly was amazing through my experience of first trying a dress to eventually collecting for my big day. Couldn’t thank her enough xxx


Lisa Backhouse

Brides with Curves, wedding gowns in sizes 18 - 32
5
2019-11-15T16:11:50+00:00

Lisa Backhouse

I would highly recommend Brides with Curves. Just being able to go to a bridal shop and even try on the dresses was huge, as most shops only stock smaller sizes. Kelly was amazing through my experience of first trying a dress to eventually collecting for my big day. Couldn’t thank her enough xxx

Kelly really makes you feel so comfortable and helps you find exactly what you're looking for.


Kirsty Campbell

Brides with Curves, wedding gowns in sizes 18 - 32
5
2019-11-15T15:46:28+00:00

Kirsty Campbell

Kelly really makes you feel so comfortable and helps you find exactly what you're looking for.

Kelly is absolutely amazing, she put absolutely no pressure on me yesterday as this was my first time trying on dresses and I was very nervous! She was fantastic and I am so happy to have been able to choose the very first dress I tried on with my Mum, Gran and Kelly’s guidance! Thank you for making it so special!


Jaqulyn Simmons

Brides with Curves, wedding gowns in sizes 18 - 32
5
2019-11-15T15:51:08+00:00

Jaqulyn Simmons

Kelly is absolutely amazing, she put absolutely no pressure on me yesterday as this was my first time trying on dresses and I was very nervous! She was fantastic and I am so happy to have been able to choose the very first dress I tried on with my Mum, Gran and Kelly’s guidance! Thank you for making it so special!

Just had the most wonderful morning wedding dress shopping for my daughter. So excited for her. She will look beautiful in the dress she has chosen. Kelly was so helpful and knowledgeable and made the experience fun. Thank you.


Caroline Davis

Brides with Curves, wedding gowns in sizes 18 - 32
5
2019-11-15T15:53:46+00:00

Caroline Davis

Just had the most wonderful morning wedding dress shopping for my daughter. So excited for her. She will look beautiful in the dress she has chosen. Kelly was so helpful and knowledgeable and made the experience fun. Thank you.

I said yes to the dress today at Brides with Curves!!! Kelly was amazing. Putting me at ease and helping with absolutely everything. Her knowledge is incredible and she has so many helpful tips!! She made me feel so special, and thought of every detail. Thank you so much Kelly, you made my experience the best!!!


Ruby Baldry

Brides with Curves, wedding gowns in sizes 18 - 32
5
2019-11-15T15:38:28+00:00

Ruby Baldry

I said yes to the dress today at Brides with Curves!!! Kelly was amazing. Putting me at ease and helping with absolutely everything. Her knowledge is incredible and she has so many helpful tips!! She made me feel so special, and thought of every detail. Thank you so much Kelly, you made my experience the best!!!

I had the best experience with Kelly at Brides with Curves this morning. Kelly made me feel relaxed and at home immediately. It took no time at all to find the perfect dress! I couldn't be happier. What a fab shop with a fab owner. If you are reading this wondering if you should make the call, make the call. You won't be disappointed. 


Emma Tavassoli

Brides with Curves, wedding gowns in sizes 18 - 32
5
2017-11-17T19:19:27+00:00

Emma Tavassoli

I had the best experience with Kelly at Brides with Curves this morning. Kelly made me feel relaxed and at home immediately. It took no time at all to find the perfect dress! I couldn't be happier. What a fab shop with a fab owner. If you are reading this wondering if you should make the call, make the call. You won't be disappointed. 

I had a wonderful morning with Kelly at Brides with Curves today. From the moment I arrived I was made to feel special and Kelly's expertise was invaluable AND I found my dress! Have not stopped smiling since! 


Nicky Hobby

Brides with Curves, wedding gowns in sizes 18 - 32
5
2019-11-15T15:54:29+00:00

Nicky Hobby

I had a wonderful morning with Kelly at Brides with Curves today. From the moment I arrived I was made to feel special and Kelly's expertise was invaluable AND I found my dress! Have not stopped smiling since! 

Absolutely beautiful range of dresses and accessories on offer and Kelly is truly wonderful, I would definitely recommend x


Sarah Keeling

Brides with Curves, wedding gowns in sizes 18 - 32
5
2017-11-17T19:22:45+00:00

Sarah Keeling

Absolutely beautiful range of dresses and accessories on offer and Kelly is truly wonderful, I would definitely recommend x

Kelly is absolutely wonderful! Me and my bridesmaid went yesterday to try on some dresses and get a feel for the type of thing I was looking for. No pressure at all and Kelly certainly knows her stuff! I couldn't have dreamed for a better experience.


Alisha Evans

Brides with Curves, wedding gowns in sizes 18 - 32
5
2018-02-09T14:32:47+00:00

Alisha Evans

Kelly is absolutely wonderful! Me and my bridesmaid went yesterday to try on some dresses and get a feel for the type of thing I was looking for. No pressure at all and Kelly certainly knows her stuff! I couldn't have dreamed for a better experience.

I can't believe I found the dress, I did not want to take it off!! I'm sooo excited to come back for my fittings and to wear it on my wedding day in July, Kelly you are wonderful, you made me feel at ease, such gorgeous dresses, will be recommending to all my friends xxx


Sam Maidment

Brides with Curves, wedding gowns in sizes 18 - 32
5
2017-11-17T19:16:57+00:00

Sam Maidment

I can't believe I found the dress, I did not want to take it off!! I'm sooo excited to come back for my fittings and to wear it on my wedding day in July, Kelly you are wonderful, you made me feel at ease, such gorgeous dresses, will be recommending to all my friends xxx

Kelly is an amazing woman and I thank my lucky stars I picked Brides with Curves as my dress shop. She immediately makes you feel at ease and knows exactly what suits you and looks right for your body shape. I love the dress I have picked and feel great in it. I would highly recommend Kelly and her shop to anyone.


Gemma Fair

Brides with Curves, wedding gowns in sizes 18 - 32
5
2019-11-15T16:08:27+00:00

Gemma Fair

Kelly is an amazing woman and I thank my lucky stars I picked Brides with Curves as my dress shop. She immediately makes you feel at ease and knows exactly what suits you and looks right for your body shape. I love the dress I have picked and feel great in it. I would highly recommend Kelly and her shop to anyone.

First time wedding dress shopping yesterday and I loved every minute of it, found my perfect dress and Kelly was amazing really made me feel at ease, I can't wait now to my wedding to wear my gorgeous gown  thank you so much xx


Emma Bennett

Brides with Curves, wedding gowns in sizes 18 - 32
5
2017-11-17T19:21:12+00:00

Emma Bennett

First time wedding dress shopping yesterday and I loved every minute of it, found my perfect dress and Kelly was amazing really made me feel at ease, I can't wait now to my wedding to wear my gorgeous gown  thank you so much xx

I just have no words. I left dress shopping till the last minute as I'm not the most confident of people when it comes to my body. But Kelly was just simply amazing, made me feel so comfortable... one thing I recommend to all brides to be, if they choose Brides with Curves, have trust and faith in Kelly when it comes to what suits you.


Jayde Marshallsay

Brides with Curves, wedding gowns in sizes 18 - 32
5
2019-11-15T16:06:57+00:00

Jayde Marshallsay

I just have no words. I left dress shopping till the last minute as I'm not the most confident of people when it comes to my body. But Kelly was just simply amazing, made me feel so comfortable... one thing I recommend to all brides to be, if they choose Brides with Curves, have trust and faith in Kelly when it comes to what suits you.

Well today I chose my amazing dress, am in love with it ... Kelly is amazing, the shop is beautiful. Thank you for everything xx


Sarah Cockram

Brides with Curves, wedding gowns in sizes 18 - 32
5
2019-11-15T15:52:56+00:00

Sarah Cockram

Well today I chose my amazing dress, am in love with it ... Kelly is amazing, the shop is beautiful. Thank you for everything xx

Kelly and her team offer an amazing experience for every single client that goes through their doors. A firm believer that every woman deserves to feel like a princess on her special day, she will pamper you and find your dream dress! If you are a plus size bride looking for your dream dress this is the place to visit!!!


Claire Cotton

Brides with Curves, wedding gowns in sizes 18 - 32
5
2017-11-17T19:10:20+00:00

Claire Cotton

Kelly and her team offer an amazing experience for every single client that goes through their doors. A firm believer that every woman deserves to feel like a princess on her special day, she will pamper you and find your dream dress! If you are a plus size bride looking for your dream dress this is the place to visit!!!

Just had a fabulous experience at Brides with Curves. Kelly made me feel so special. Nothing was too much trouble. At last a place where I could try dresses on that fit a lady with curves. Thanks Kelly I felt like a princess x


Vanessa Jane

Brides with Curves, wedding gowns in sizes 18 - 32
5
2017-11-17T19:22:15+00:00

Vanessa Jane

Just had a fabulous experience at Brides with Curves. Kelly made me feel so special. Nothing was too much trouble. At last a place where I could try dresses on that fit a lady with curves. Thanks Kelly I felt like a princess x

Couldn't rate this place any higher! I was extremely nervous about looking for a dress and Kelly made myself and my family feel welcome as soon as we stepped through the door. My wedding is in only 5 months so it was important that I found the right dress, and after trying on a few I found the perfect one so thank you for making me feel special xx


Kayla White

Brides with Curves, wedding gowns in sizes 18 - 32
5
2018-02-09T14:16:11+00:00

Kayla White

Couldn't rate this place any higher! I was extremely nervous about looking for a dress and Kelly made myself and my family feel welcome as soon as we stepped through the door. My wedding is in only 5 months so it was important that I found the right dress, and after trying on a few I found the perfect one so thank you for making me feel special xx

Yesterday I said YES to the dress (and my shoes). Thank you Kelly! You were fantastic and I can highly recommend your warm friendly service.


Kate Bishop

Brides with Curves, wedding gowns in sizes 18 - 32
5
2017-11-17T19:20:33+00:00

Kate Bishop

Yesterday I said YES to the dress (and my shoes). Thank you Kelly! You were fantastic and I can highly recommend your warm friendly service.

As soon as I stepped in through the door and got greeted by the lovely Kelly, all my anxieties drifted away. Her kindness, sensitivity and empathy was out of this world. Not only did she help me being a last minute bride to get a dress last minute, she made the process so easy and wouldn't give up until my dress was perfect. Thank you Kelly xxx


Bex Robertson

Brides with Curves, wedding gowns in sizes 18 - 32
5
2017-11-17T19:16:11+00:00

Bex Robertson

As soon as I stepped in through the door and got greeted by the lovely Kelly, all my anxieties drifted away. Her kindness, sensitivity and empathy was out of this world. Not only did she help me being a last minute bride to get a dress last minute, she made the process so easy and wouldn't give up until my dress was perfect. Thank you Kelly xxx

I was SO nervous about shopping for my dress. I found Brides with Curves when googling dress shops in the local area and was really excited because I had no idea that anything like this existed! It was so nice to be able to look through all the dresses without the pressure of any other customers being there. The result ...my dream dress! Thank you for making this a really fun experience rather than a scary one xx


Rachel Atkinson

Brides with Curves, wedding gowns in sizes 18 - 32
5
2018-07-30T17:30:14+01:00

Rachel Atkinson

I was SO nervous about shopping for my dress. I found Brides with Curves when googling dress shops in the local area and was really excited because I had no idea that anything like this existed! It was so nice to be able to look through all the dresses without the pressure of any other customers being there. The result ...my dream dress! Thank you for making this a really fun experience rather than a scary one xx

Kelly instantly put me at ease. It was the most wonderful experience ending in a pool of happy tears and a Wedding Dress that took my breath away. Brides with Curves know exactly how to create an unforgettable experience. With honest yet fantastic advice. Trust this woman ... she knows all about how to dress our curves. AMAZING!!


Jax Hall

Brides with Curves, wedding gowns in sizes 18 - 32
5
2017-11-17T19:18:23+00:00

Jax Hall

Kelly instantly put me at ease. It was the most wonderful experience ending in a pool of happy tears and a Wedding Dress that took my breath away. Brides with Curves know exactly how to create an unforgettable experience. With honest yet fantastic advice. Trust this woman ... she knows all about how to dress our curves. AMAZING!!

Being plus size it is hard to try or clothes without feeling like anything fits you properly, this was not the case in Brides with Curves, I was able to try every dress on. Thank you so much Kellie and the team for helping me find ‘the dress’. You made the experience magical and unforgettable. Your small touches really made the experience. I would highly recommend Brides with Curves to anyone!


Jessica Winsor

Brides with Curves, wedding gowns in sizes 18 - 32
5
2019-11-15T15:47:56+00:00

Jessica Winsor

Being plus size it is hard to try or clothes without feeling like anything fits you properly, this was not the case in Brides with Curves, I was able to try every dress on. Thank you so much Kellie and the team for helping me find ‘the dress’. You made the experience magical and unforgettable. Your small touches really made the experience. I would highly recommend Brides with Curves to anyone!

After a long and harrowing search I stumbled across this absolute gem. For the first time I enjoyed my wedding dress shopping experience. Kelly was everything I could have asked for in a consultant and more and her range is the most extensive I have come across for a curvy bride. I couldn't be happier.


Melanie Cripps

Brides with Curves, wedding gowns in sizes 18 - 32
5
2018-02-09T14:18:37+00:00

Melanie Cripps

After a long and harrowing search I stumbled across this absolute gem. For the first time I enjoyed my wedding dress shopping experience. Kelly was everything I could have asked for in a consultant and more and her range is the most extensive I have come across for a curvy bride. I couldn't be happier.

Went into Brides with Curves today with my mum and felt at ease soon as I got in there. Tried 5 dresses on at 5 months pregnant and said yes to my dress. I'm in love. Thank you for making my experience perfect.


Jade Budd

Brides with Curves, wedding gowns in sizes 18 - 32
5
2019-11-15T15:45:02+00:00

Jade Budd

Went into Brides with Curves today with my mum and felt at ease soon as I got in there. Tried 5 dresses on at 5 months pregnant and said yes to my dress. I'm in love. Thank you for making my experience perfect.

Kelly was amazing!!! Just said yes to the dress today. She takes her time and comes up with ideas I never would of thought of. I can't wait to get married now, whereas before I was nervous about how I'd look in a dress.


Gemma Rooke

Brides with Curves, wedding gowns in sizes 18 - 32
5
2018-07-30T17:32:50+01:00

Gemma Rooke

Kelly was amazing!!! Just said yes to the dress today. She takes her time and comes up with ideas I never would of thought of. I can't wait to get married now, whereas before I was nervous about how I'd look in a dress.

I stopped going shopping until I saw Brides with Curves advertised, when arriving Kelly was amazing, very friendly and bubbly! She was so honest and knew exactly what would look good on me, she was patient while I tried on half the shop because hey, they all fitted!! I finally found my dream dress!! Thank you so much Kelly xxx


Daniella Lowe

Brides with Curves, wedding gowns in sizes 18 - 32
5
2017-11-17T19:21:43+00:00

Daniella Lowe

I stopped going shopping until I saw Brides with Curves advertised, when arriving Kelly was amazing, very friendly and bubbly! She was so honest and knew exactly what would look good on me, she was patient while I tried on half the shop because hey, they all fitted!! I finally found my dream dress!! Thank you so much Kelly xxx

Kelly is a lovely lady who knows exactly how every bride to be will feel and be feeling from trying on dresses and right up to the big day. Thank you Kelly for putting my daughter at ease and letting her know that everything she has been feeling every bride to be feels xx


Jennifer McConnell

Brides with Curves, wedding gowns in sizes 18 - 32
5
2019-11-15T15:49:17+00:00

Jennifer McConnell

Kelly is a lovely lady who knows exactly how every bride to be will feel and be feeling from trying on dresses and right up to the big day. Thank you Kelly for putting my daughter at ease and letting her know that everything she has been feeling every bride to be feels xx

Went to Kelly today to find a pair of shoes for my wedding in 10 weeks. Amazing, friendly service, a fantastic selection to choose from. Kelly was very helpful and I would highly recommend for all your bridal needs xx


Kirtsen Rust

Brides with Curves, wedding gowns in sizes 18 - 32
5
2017-11-17T19:18:56+00:00

Kirtsen Rust

Went to Kelly today to find a pair of shoes for my wedding in 10 weeks. Amazing, friendly service, a fantastic selection to choose from. Kelly was very helpful and I would highly recommend for all your bridal needs xx

As a very nervous, curvy bride I have not enjoyed dress shopping much. That was until I first visited Brides with Curves and met Kelly. The appointment was relaxed and fun. Kelly is amazing and really makes you feel at ease. I said Yes to the dress. Thank you Kelly.


Michelle Gould

Brides with Curves, wedding gowns in sizes 18 - 32
5
2018-02-09T14:17:41+00:00

Michelle Gould

As a very nervous, curvy bride I have not enjoyed dress shopping much. That was until I first visited Brides with Curves and met Kelly. The appointment was relaxed and fun. Kelly is amazing and really makes you feel at ease. I said Yes to the dress. Thank you Kelly.

Today I said YES to my dress, all because of the lovely Kelly at Brides With Curves. She was so helpful and completely understood what I did and didn’t want. I was feeling very unsure and indecisive and Kelly was really patient with me, suggesting lots of alternative looks I could go for. Thank you Kelly xx


Kirsty Sainsbury

Brides with Curves, wedding gowns in sizes 18 - 32
5
2019-11-15T16:14:24+00:00

Kirsty Sainsbury

Today I said YES to my dress, all because of the lovely Kelly at Brides With Curves. She was so helpful and completely understood what I did and didn’t want. I was feeling very unsure and indecisive and Kelly was really patient with me, suggesting lots of alternative looks I could go for. Thank you Kelly xx

I put off finding my wedding dress as I didn't want to be disappointed and embarrassed with high street shops not having anything that would fit. Kelly made me feel so comfortable and at ease and helped me find my perfect dress...the complete opposite of what I thought I wanted!! Would definitely recommend Brides With Curves!


Robyn Matthews

Brides with Curves, wedding gowns in sizes 18 - 32
5
2017-11-17T19:20:02+00:00

Robyn Matthews

I put off finding my wedding dress as I didn't want to be disappointed and embarrassed with high street shops not having anything that would fit. Kelly made me feel so comfortable and at ease and helped me find my perfect dress...the complete opposite of what I thought I wanted!! Would definitely recommend Brides With Curves!

Excellent one to one service, a great choice of wedding dresses to choose from, made to feel like a princess even though I’m in my fifties. Thank you.


Belinda Green

Brides with Curves, wedding gowns in sizes 18 - 32
5
2019-11-15T15:43:56+00:00

Belinda Green

Excellent one to one service, a great choice of wedding dresses to choose from, made to feel like a princess even though I’m in my fifties. Thank you.

So today I visited Brides With Curves and said yes to the dress. This was our first point of call and I am so glad we came. Kelly is amazing! She made us feel welcome and relaxed. This lady knows her stuff! Thank you for such a brilliant experience. 


Helen Channing

Brides with Curves, wedding gowns in sizes 18 - 32
5
2018-02-09T14:22:16+00:00

Helen Channing

So today I visited Brides With Curves and said yes to the dress. This was our first point of call and I am so glad we came. Kelly is amazing! She made us feel welcome and relaxed. This lady knows her stuff! Thank you for such a brilliant experience. 

Brides with Curves carry a brilliant variety of dresses, I tried on loads! I had hoped before I went that I’d find something that would fit and I’d feel okay in. What I ended up with was feeling beautiful for the first time in my life. I got a dress better than anything I could have imagined, and would recommend without reservation to anyone.


Ally Wickstead

Brides with Curves, wedding gowns in sizes 18 - 32
5
2019-11-15T16:10:27+00:00

Ally Wickstead

Brides with Curves carry a brilliant variety of dresses, I tried on loads! I had hoped before I went that I’d find something that would fit and I’d feel okay in. What I ended up with was feeling beautiful for the first time in my life. I got a dress better than anything I could have imagined, and would recommend without reservation to anyone.
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Brides with Curves, wedding gowns in sizes 18 - 32