Lizzo, a plus size advocate and artist, slayed last night signing her song “Truth Hurts” I absolutely loved her confidence and her performance. Rhianna’s expression of happiness and encouragement are fabulous and say it all! She is such an inspiration for so many of us because she is living her best life and […]
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STYLED SHOOT | Lil Red Riding Hood | Images by Amber Robinson
As kids, we all looked forward to story time. It was a time when our imaginations could run wild with stories of good versus evil, magic, wanderlust, and love. Who didn’t dream of the moment where good prevailed, magic was everywhere and happily ever afters were all but guaranteed? As adults, its hard to find […]
PLUS SIZE WEDDING GOWN COLLECTION | ANNE BARGE CURVE COLLECTION
I absolutely love Anne Barge and her regal and refined wedding dresses. She is known for combining timeless silhouettes with modern details. Anne Barge uses the most refined fabrics, embellishments and embroidery; creating beautiful and elegant gowns, separates, and accessories. Get on the waitlist for Slay the Aisle – Community for Plus Size Brides She […]
Examples of Plus Size Wedding Dresses With Sleeves That Will Inspire You
I have been hearing such a huge buzz about plus size wedding dresses with sleeves lately. I feel like trends always come full circle in the wedding industry. At one point something is on trend, then it moves out of view for a little while but it’s inevitable that it will come back around, full […]
Planning | Easy Ideas for a Relaxed Wedding Day
Weddings can be extremely lavish and formal, but they don’t need to be. A wedding can be as formal or as casual as you want it be. If you would rather do something more relaxed, you can plan a wedding day that suits your tastes. It’s easy to create a day that both you and […]
Picture Perfect: Get Your Wedding Aesthetic Just Right
Are you in the midst of planning your big day? This is a time in your life that you might have been thinking about or dreaming upon for years, potentially even decades. That comes with a build up to where you ultimately want everything to be picture perfect and we mean that literally. You want […]
Don’t Let These 3 Reasons Keep You From Doing A Boudoir Shoot
You’re thinking of taking some sexy photos for your partner and you’re not quite sure if it’s right for you hmmm because you are plus size. We all have questions, I mean it’s not every day that you strip down to your knickers for a photographer that you may or may not know. On the […]
PLANNING | Organizing An Outdoor Wedding
There are many ways to plan a wedding, and a lot of things that you might want to try and do when it comes to your own wedding day in particular. One of the most important things to decide on is the theme and setting, and once you have these in place you will generally […]
PLANNING | Top 10 Tips to Try On Your Plus Size Wedding Dress at Home
I can remember being a plus size bride so vividly! It was over 15 years ago but sis let me tell you, I still remember every minute of it…good and bad. And there was one aspect of the wedding planning process that still to this day brings me back to a deep dark hole. SHOPPING […]
3 Tips to Buying Your Bridal Set Online As A Plus Size Bride
This post is done in collaboration with www.cleanorigin.com. All opinions are our own. Thanks for supporting the sponsors that make Pretty Pear Bride possible! As a plus size bride you have so much to worry about once you get that amazing ring from your boo thang! From your amazing plus size dress to your fabulous shoes. There […]
Motivation Monday | Do You Appreciate Your Body?
So often I have people say things about themselves that automatically make me realize that they don’t appreciate their body at all. It’s so difficult as plus size brides with self esteem and confidence issues to appreciate something that you might not be in love with. Especially being inundated with modern society and all they […]
STYLED SHOOT | Narnia Themed Winter Wedding | Wright Place Events
Today I have the pleasure of sharing something so amazing! I know it’s starting to warm up because spring is right around the corner but this gorgeous winter themed plus size styled shoot was too good not to share with y’all! Now if you are anything like me I love to read. I wish I […]
PLUS SIZE BRIDAL COLLECTION | Plus Size Clothing Brand Torrid Launches Wedding Capsule Collection
We all know how hard is can be to find the perfect wedding dress as a plus size bride and to find it in budget can be a whole new obstacle to make it through. Well I am here to tell you that one of my all time favorite stores has gotten into the plus […]
Luxe Look Bridesmaid Dresses
Bridesmaids dressing can be challenging to get right. With every woman having an individual style and shape, it can be hard to find a dress that works well for all. However, there are a number of options on the market that allow for your wedding party to look uniform without compromising individuality. If you are […]
Find a Plus Size Bridal Salons Near You!
We are always getting asked about plus size bridal salons and where they are located. So we decided to help everyone out and create a list of all the plus size bridal salons, around the world, that have over 75% of their inventory geared toward plus size bridals. YES, Boo….that’s you! We know how hard […]
STYLED SHOOT |Dreamy and Modern Inspirational Shoot in Germany|Herzschrift Photography
This is an inspirational wedding styled shoot for plus size brides at a lovely castle in Bavaria, Germany. The style is feminine, dreamy but not cheesy. It is a modern styled inspirational shoot and a dream come true for our model Lena who was given her dress by a bridal boutique in Bavaria. Photography: Herzschrift […]
PLANNING | The Big Stresses Of Getting Married: Revealed
There is no denying it, the thought of getting married, the fairytale, is so different than the reality. Of course, the day itself is a dream come true. All of your hard work has paid off and you feel on top of the world finally making that commitment to the love of your life. Getting […]
REAL WEDDING |Long Beach Lighthouse Elopement | Jessica Schilling Photography
Stephanie & Beth married three years to the date of their first date at the place they shared their first kiss: the Rainbow Lighthouse in Long Beach, CA. A casual, intimate elopement celebration witnessed by their closest friends (and their beloved dog, Juvie), it was a day to remember! Stephanie & Beth How did you […]
REAL WEDDING – Navy and Gray Wedding Midwest Wedding // Kalee Isenhour Photography
These two are so cute and have the chemistry that just makes their love radiate from their wedding pictures. They were together for 11 years before getting married and EJ proposed in front of all of both of their families on Christmas morning. Love it!!! Check out their wedding below. AMBER & EJ Tell us […]
ENGAGEMENT |Outdoor Engagement Session in Texas Nature Preserve
Brittanie and James’ outdoor engagement session was set in the beautiful Arbor Hills Nature Preserve in Plano Texas. These two have been dating for five and a half years and Brittanie takes care of their little ones while James is on the road for work. They currently only get to see each other one weekend […]
Save The Dates That Wow from Minted
Compensation for this post was provided by Minted for Pretty Pear Bride. All opinions are that of Pretty Pear Bride, and are not endorsed by Minted or their affiliates. Y’all I can’t stop raving about Minted and their unique, fresh designs that come from a community of independent artists. Jimmy and I have been married […]
REAL WEDDING // Bohemian Canadian Wedding With Jewel Tones and Mountains // Kaylo Isomura
Today’s wedding is the cutest. I just love all the rich jewel tones and mismatched bridesmaid dresses. They literally had the most epic wedding EVER, with mountains with the perfect amount of fog, an exquisite aisle with a bohemian rug and an altar that looked like it was straight out of game of thrones. YES, […]
Plus Size Bridesmaid Dresses from Kennedy Blue
This post has been sponsored by Kennedy Blue. All thoughts and opinions are our own! Today I’m sharing a wonderful shoot that I did for my friends over at Kennedy Blue. I enlisted the help of my favorite photographer friend Jasmine Norris of Jasmine Norris Photography and a new friend Kaitlin of Kaitlin Keane Photography. I […]
Shopping for a Plus-Size Wedding Dress? Start Here
Wedding-dress shopping is a tough task for any bride, but it can be particularly stressful for plus size brides. I’m sharing some tips to help you navigate the process happily (and easily). 1. Look for Yourself in Bridal Imagery Let’s face it: Most women — no matter their size — don’t look like models. But it […]
The Best Plus Size Jean Style Of 2019
Curves are in but unfortunately, most companies are slow to understand that the large majority of women are above a size six, which can make jean shopping an unpleasant experience. The best way to navigate the waters is to find styles and denim washes that flatter your body and show off your assets. We’ve compiled […]
10 Ways to Love Your Body
Today I am sharing 10 ways to love your body because it’s not just about loving someone else. It all starts by loving yourself first and that includes loving your body. It can be so hard to love your body and I mean every part of your body; the jiggle of your stomach, the flab […]
REAL WEDDING // Romantic Dark and Moody Rustic Midwest Wedding // Taylor Sumner Photography
Today’s real wedding features the cutest couple! They got married in Michigan and they met online. Love it! And can I say that I just love their color combination. Check out more below…. Alayna & Mike JavaScript is currently disabled in this browser. Reactivate it to view this content. Tell us about your wedding: Romantic […]
FASHION FRIDAY | Introducing Ella & Oak – Online Boutique for Plus Size Brides
Hi everyone! Today I’m sharing a new online boutique that has an interesting concept, Ella & Oak. It’s a boutique that allows you to actually try the dresses on at home, pick out your favorite dress, and then order it in your size. So easy!!! Check out more below along with some of their amazing […]
Weight Loss and Weddings…..Let’s be Realistic?
*Originally posted on 2/6/14 So of course this whole Biggest Loser uproar has been abuzz online and caused many of us to really contemplate….How much is too much weight to lose and what’s realistic? Image via Celebrity Yahoo Let’s be honest, I don’t fault Rachel Fredrickson for wanting to lose the weight, heck we all […]
ENGAGEMENT | Destination Engagement Session in Czech Republic|Studio Under The Sky
This couple has been together for a while. They have two beautiful daughters together and live in the Capital city of the Czech Republic their everyday life. Their session was meant to be a couple’s portrait session in one of the most romantic towns of the Czech Republic, known as the largest and most beautiful […]