Meet Josette, a plus size red cocktail dress with a beautifully defined square neckline, delicate pearl-look edging and a full midi skirt. The fitted bodice and clearly defined waist create shape through the upper body before opening into a generous fit-and-flare silhouette, while softly flared short sleeves add graceful upper-arm coverage.
Why This Dress Works Beautifully on Curvy Figures
Josette uses proportion particularly well. The wide square neckline opens the décolletage and visually broadens the upper frame, while the subtle sweetheart dip at the centre softens the geometry around the bust.
A close-fitting bodice follows the figure into a clearly defined natural-looking waist. From there, the skirt opens immediately into a full A-line shape rather than following the stomach and hips closely, creating plenty of visual ease through the lower body.
The short flutter sleeves provide light upper-arm coverage without making the bodice appear heavy. Their gentle volume also balances the fullness of the skirt, giving the entire silhouette a beautifully considered, feminine shape.
Features
- Rich red colour
- Wide square neckline with subtle sweetheart centre
- Pearl-look trim around the front and back neckline
- Fitted, panelled bodice
- Defined waist seam
- Short flutter sleeves
- Full fit-and-flare silhouette
- Soft pleating from the waist
- Midi length
- Square-shaped low back neckline
Perfect For
- Cocktail parties
- Wedding receptions
- Wedding guest dressing
- Anniversary celebrations
- Engagement parties
- Birthday dinners
- Christmas and festive events
- Evening celebrations
- Special-occasion dinners
Fabric & Feel
The fabric has a smooth, refined surface with enough visible body to hold the sculpted bodice and generous skirt shape. Through the skirt, it falls into broad, fluid folds that give Josette movement without losing the definition of its fit-and-flare silhouette.
Fit Information
Josette is fitted through the bust and waist before opening substantially through the skirt. The wide square neckline frames the upper chest, with a softly curved centre that follows the bust line without becoming a deep V.
The flutter sleeves fall loosely around the upper arms rather than fitting closely. Below the defined waist, the full skirt gives generous room through the stomach and hips and finishes at an elegant midi length.
Available Sizes
Available in sizes 12–32, with custom sizing available for the perfect fit.
Please refer to our Hello Curve Size Guide before ordering to help you choose your best fit.
Colours Available
Why Customers Love It
Josette brings together the waist definition of a classic fit-and-flare silhouette with the ease of a beautifully full midi skirt. The open square neckline draws attention upward, while the flutter sleeves provide graceful arm coverage and the skirt gives plenty of room through the tummy and hips. For women looking for a plus size red cocktail dress that feels feminine and polished without being overly formal, Josette makes a distinctive choice.
Explore More
Looking for more special-occasion styles? Explore our Plus Size Cocktail Dresses for party-ready midi styles or browse our Plus Size Wedding Guest Dresses for upcoming celebrations.
