Make a beautiful entrance in our Viretta Plus Size Velvet Evening Dress, designed with a flattering V-neckline, elegant long sleeves and softly gathered draping that celebrates your curves. The rich velvet catches the light with a subtle sheen, while the sweeping floor-length silhouette creates a graceful, sophisticated look for memorable evenings.
Why This Dress Works Beautifully on Curvy Figures
The V-neckline opens up the décolletage, beautifully framing a fuller bust while creating an elongating effect through the upper body.
Radiating gathers across the bust and waist draw the eye towards the centre, adding dimension and gentle definition to the midsection. The diagonal draping continues over the abdomen and hips, introducing soft folds that visually break up the fitted silhouette.
Long, close-fitting sleeves provide elegant arm coverage without overwhelming the design. Below the hips, the skirt falls into a graceful, elongated shape, balancing feminine curves with the richness of velvet.
Features
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Rich velvet fabric with a softly textured, light-catching finish
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Elegant full-length fitted sleeves
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Radiating gathered detailing across the bust and waist
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Central gathered waist accent
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Diagonal draping across the abdomen and hips
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Defined waist and gently contoured silhouette
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Floor-length skirt with soft vertical folds
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Round back neckline with a central back seam
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Small centre-back hem slit
Perfect For
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Gala dinners and charity balls
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Formal wedding receptions
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Mother of the bride or groom evening celebrations
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Elegant anniversary dinners
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Christmas and festive evening parties
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Formal cruises and special occasions
Fabric & Feel
The velvet has a rich, softly crushed surface with beautiful variations in colour and sheen as it catches the light.
Its fluid drape allows the gathered bodice and diagonal waist detailing to form distinctive folds, while the smooth, elongated skirt maintains an elegant eveningwear silhouette.
The deep colours bring out the velvet's texture, giving the dress visual depth without additional embellishment.
Fit Information
Viretta features a fitted bodice with a deep V-neckline and long sleeves that follow the shape of the arms.
The gathered waist creates a defined centre point, with diagonal folds extending across the midsection. The skirt follows the hips before falling into a long, softly tapered silhouette.
The back has a higher, rounded neckline, a smooth fitted shape and a small slit at the hem.
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
Burgundy and Black
Why Customers Love It
Viretta brings together the richness of velvet and the beautiful shaping of a draped evening gown. The gathered waist adds flattering definition, while the diagonal folds soften the appearance of the midsection without hiding your natural curves. Its long sleeves offer elegant coverage, balanced by a feminine V-neckline and sweeping full-length skirt. Available in timeless black and deep burgundy, this plus size velvet evening dress is a lovely choice for women who want to feel polished, confident and beautifully dressed for a special occasion.
Explore More
Discover more beautiful styles in our Plus Size Evening Dresses, explore sophisticated occasionwear in our Plus Size Formal Dresses, or find your next special-event look in our Plus Size Wedding Guest Dresses.
