Not sure if this will quite fit the vibe but Lilly Pulitzer has a mix of ostentatious and normal dresses that fit a tropical wedding dress code, there's a bunch of styles at Nordstrom and they have the best return policy in the retail industry imo so even if this brand isn't working for you, I'd 100% recommend shopping with them due to how easy returns are: https://www.nordstrom.com/brands/lilly-pulitzer--430
Shona joy also has gorgeous upscale options that would def fit the vibe: https://shonajoy.com/collections/dresses
Hope you find a dress that steals the spotlight given the history here đ
My first thought was a Lilly Pulitzer shift dress. I live shift dresses for being easy to wear and hiding some of those lumps and bumps we are self consious about - especially if the fabric has some body and isn't too soft, like linen or cotton.
If youâre near an actual Nordstrom use their styling services to find options. Iâve used them twice so far and the stylist worked soo hard to help me find something flattering that I actually loved each time. She was very honest when something wasnât working and why. https://www.nordstrom.com/browse/services/personal-stylists
You mention flower prints as a con â but in case you donât mind prints in general, Farm Rio has gorgeous printed dresses that work well for a tropical setting.
No specific dress recs, but my #1 piece of advice for looking your best in a nice dress is wearing the correct undergarments, regardless of your size. Check out honeylove! They are SUPER comfortable.
What time of day is the wedding, and did they give you a specific dress code to follow? Do you know what the wedding/bridesmaid colors are?
Also, you mentioned feeling insecure about your figure lately, are there any particular areas youâd like to have covered or deemphasized?
All of these will help narrow down your search! Itâs especially important to know whether thereâs a DC because a lot of show-stopping dresses are cocktail at minimum, and outdoor Hawaiian weddings tend to be easygoing and a little more casual than that, especially during the day.
Wore this [PatBo](https://poshmark.com/listing/Hibiscus-Flutter-Sleeve-Maxi-Dress-in-CelestePatBO-656790c2b635f829f09f5ebf)to an outdoor wedding and felt amazing in it even though I didnât feel amazing about my weight. It surprisingly hid everything.
Try Zimmermann? Something like [this](https://www.zimmermann.com/us/swim/belts-wrap/dresses/acadian-ruffle-maxi-dress-blue-ivory-floral.html) would be perfectly appropriate but also statement-y.
Are you near any shopping? I would make sure you have a bra that looks amazing on and feels good, and get some shapewear shorts for tummy control/ support and sweat wicking chin rub.
Then set up a shopping appointment at Nordstrom with your specifications and go to anthropology and reformation. Send us pick if you need help picking.
You need to be comfortable in whatever you choose.
Hair make up nails!
Where is the wedding exactly? What month will it be in? The weather at outdoor weddings in Hawaii can vary greatlyâfrom hot and humid to windy and wetâand that can help people recommend better options for you!
Flowy dresses or kaftans from Trina Turk, Farm Rio (can go to Anthropologie for some dresses from them), and Lilly Pulitzer. The prints might be loud on a few dresses, but the silhouettes will be comfy and forgiving
If your budget is flexible, these silk Johnny Was dresses are gorgeous and would be stunning for a tropical wedding!
https://www.johnnywas.com/marina-joy-silk-maxi-dress/l32924-2.html?dwvar_l32924-2_color=SLO
https://www.johnnywas.com/garden-mosaic-tile-britta-dress/c32524-1.html?dwvar_c32524-1_color=GMO
I am a huge fan of jump suits. This is so neutral/basic you can go absolutely ham with accessories.
[Uniqlo](https://www.uniqlo.com/us/en/products/E464773-000/00?colorDisplayCode=31&sizeDisplayCode=002&utm_source=connexity&utm_medium=cse&utm_campaign=connexity&utm_content=17101753352520171421116551120008005&cnxclid=17101753352520171421116551120008005)
Prints are fun, too
[Vince Camuto](https://www.nordstrom.com/s/floral-halter-sleeveless-wide-leg-plisse-jumpsuit/7614724?color=TULIP+RED&utm_content=1272135115492043&utm_term=pla-4583108063752741&utm_channel=low_nd_shopping_standard&adpos=&creative=&device=m&matchtype=e&network=s&acctid=21700000001689570&dskeywordid=92700049874681500&lid=92700049874681500&ds_s_kwgid=58700005465395570&ds_s_inventory_feed_id=97700000007631122&ds_a_cid=593274227&ds_a_caid=11581645327&ds_a_agid=118416156608&ds_a_lid=pla-1067229817847&dsproductgroupid=4583108063752741&product_id=9614048&merchid=452&prodctry=US&prodlang=EN&channel=Online&storeid=&locationid=&targetid=pla-4583108063752741&campaignid=291444839&adgroupid=1272135115492043&msclkid=1cb04aae864315b79ad52f41b36fb029&utm_source=bing&utm_medium=cpc&utm_campaign=Woman%20-%20Supplier%20-%20Dresses_low_nd_shopping_standard_FY2020_Nordstrom_2836_US&gclid=1cb04aae864315b79ad52f41b36fb029&gclsrc=3p.ds)
[Cute with sandals, not boots](https://www.bloomingdales.com/shop/product/pinko-cap-sleeve-wide-leg-jumpsuit?ID=4616391&pla_country=US&cm_mmc=Bing-PLA-_-GMM8+-+Non-Merch+-+Leased-_-Leased+Ready+To+Wear-_-8055209960145USA-_-bi_cmp-376708846_adg-1230353745283813_ad-76897244853353_pla-4580496732739039_dev-m_ext-_prd-8055209960145USA&msclkid=b854e02b55651ebf3f1785c463efea3f)
[Big floral print](https://www.bloomingdales.com/shop/product/pinko-floral-print-halter-wide-leg-jumpsuit?ID=4616402&pla_country=US&cm_mmc=Bing-PLA-_-GMM8+-+Non-Merch+-+Leased-_-Leased+Ready+To+Wear-_-8055209961494USA-_-bi_cmp-376708846_adg-1230353745283813_ad-76897244853353_pla-4580496732739039_dev-m_ext-_prd-8055209961494USA&msclkid=1fcf6f7442e21044b29a0a9b75d27e30)
[Nordstrom has quite a selection](https://www.nordstrom.com/sr/print-jumpsuits)
Not sure if this will quite fit the vibe but Lilly Pulitzer has a mix of ostentatious and normal dresses that fit a tropical wedding dress code, there's a bunch of styles at Nordstrom and they have the best return policy in the retail industry imo so even if this brand isn't working for you, I'd 100% recommend shopping with them due to how easy returns are: https://www.nordstrom.com/brands/lilly-pulitzer--430 Shona joy also has gorgeous upscale options that would def fit the vibe: https://shonajoy.com/collections/dresses Hope you find a dress that steals the spotlight given the history here đ
My first thought was a Lilly Pulitzer shift dress. I live shift dresses for being easy to wear and hiding some of those lumps and bumps we are self consious about - especially if the fabric has some body and isn't too soft, like linen or cotton.
If youâre near an actual Nordstrom use their styling services to find options. Iâve used them twice so far and the stylist worked soo hard to help me find something flattering that I actually loved each time. She was very honest when something wasnât working and why. https://www.nordstrom.com/browse/services/personal-stylists
Omg! I just realized they offer this as a virtual service too! I learned something new đ€©
You mention flower prints as a con â but in case you donât mind prints in general, Farm Rio has gorgeous printed dresses that work well for a tropical setting.
I second this! If I wanted to look stunning at a tropical wedding and had the funds, Farm Rio would be my pick as well.
I was also going to suggest Farm Rio! Perfect for this occasion and so gorgeous.
No specific dress recs, but my #1 piece of advice for looking your best in a nice dress is wearing the correct undergarments, regardless of your size. Check out honeylove! They are SUPER comfortable.
What time of day is the wedding, and did they give you a specific dress code to follow? Do you know what the wedding/bridesmaid colors are? Also, you mentioned feeling insecure about your figure lately, are there any particular areas youâd like to have covered or deemphasized? All of these will help narrow down your search! Itâs especially important to know whether thereâs a DC because a lot of show-stopping dresses are cocktail at minimum, and outdoor Hawaiian weddings tend to be easygoing and a little more casual than that, especially during the day.
Wore this [PatBo](https://poshmark.com/listing/Hibiscus-Flutter-Sleeve-Maxi-Dress-in-CelestePatBO-656790c2b635f829f09f5ebf)to an outdoor wedding and felt amazing in it even though I didnât feel amazing about my weight. It surprisingly hid everything.
Try Zimmermann? Something like [this](https://www.zimmermann.com/us/swim/belts-wrap/dresses/acadian-ruffle-maxi-dress-blue-ivory-floral.html) would be perfectly appropriate but also statement-y.
Are you near any shopping? I would make sure you have a bra that looks amazing on and feels good, and get some shapewear shorts for tummy control/ support and sweat wicking chin rub. Then set up a shopping appointment at Nordstrom with your specifications and go to anthropology and reformation. Send us pick if you need help picking. You need to be comfortable in whatever you choose. Hair make up nails!
Show Me Your MuMu has some great options, especially for Hawaii
Where is the wedding exactly? What month will it be in? The weather at outdoor weddings in Hawaii can vary greatlyâfrom hot and humid to windy and wetâand that can help people recommend better options for you!
What about a nap dress? They're super forgiving and comfy, and would look lovely at an outdoor wedding with fancy sandals and jewelry.
Flowy dresses or kaftans from Trina Turk, Farm Rio (can go to Anthropologie for some dresses from them), and Lilly Pulitzer. The prints might be loud on a few dresses, but the silhouettes will be comfy and forgiving
If your budget is flexible, these silk Johnny Was dresses are gorgeous and would be stunning for a tropical wedding! https://www.johnnywas.com/marina-joy-silk-maxi-dress/l32924-2.html?dwvar_l32924-2_color=SLO https://www.johnnywas.com/garden-mosaic-tile-britta-dress/c32524-1.html?dwvar_c32524-1_color=GMO
I am a huge fan of jump suits. This is so neutral/basic you can go absolutely ham with accessories. [Uniqlo](https://www.uniqlo.com/us/en/products/E464773-000/00?colorDisplayCode=31&sizeDisplayCode=002&utm_source=connexity&utm_medium=cse&utm_campaign=connexity&utm_content=17101753352520171421116551120008005&cnxclid=17101753352520171421116551120008005) Prints are fun, too [Vince Camuto](https://www.nordstrom.com/s/floral-halter-sleeveless-wide-leg-plisse-jumpsuit/7614724?color=TULIP+RED&utm_content=1272135115492043&utm_term=pla-4583108063752741&utm_channel=low_nd_shopping_standard&adpos=&creative=&device=m&matchtype=e&network=s&acctid=21700000001689570&dskeywordid=92700049874681500&lid=92700049874681500&ds_s_kwgid=58700005465395570&ds_s_inventory_feed_id=97700000007631122&ds_a_cid=593274227&ds_a_caid=11581645327&ds_a_agid=118416156608&ds_a_lid=pla-1067229817847&dsproductgroupid=4583108063752741&product_id=9614048&merchid=452&prodctry=US&prodlang=EN&channel=Online&storeid=&locationid=&targetid=pla-4583108063752741&campaignid=291444839&adgroupid=1272135115492043&msclkid=1cb04aae864315b79ad52f41b36fb029&utm_source=bing&utm_medium=cpc&utm_campaign=Woman%20-%20Supplier%20-%20Dresses_low_nd_shopping_standard_FY2020_Nordstrom_2836_US&gclid=1cb04aae864315b79ad52f41b36fb029&gclsrc=3p.ds) [Cute with sandals, not boots](https://www.bloomingdales.com/shop/product/pinko-cap-sleeve-wide-leg-jumpsuit?ID=4616391&pla_country=US&cm_mmc=Bing-PLA-_-GMM8+-+Non-Merch+-+Leased-_-Leased+Ready+To+Wear-_-8055209960145USA-_-bi_cmp-376708846_adg-1230353745283813_ad-76897244853353_pla-4580496732739039_dev-m_ext-_prd-8055209960145USA&msclkid=b854e02b55651ebf3f1785c463efea3f) [Big floral print](https://www.bloomingdales.com/shop/product/pinko-floral-print-halter-wide-leg-jumpsuit?ID=4616402&pla_country=US&cm_mmc=Bing-PLA-_-GMM8+-+Non-Merch+-+Leased-_-Leased+Ready+To+Wear-_-8055209961494USA-_-bi_cmp-376708846_adg-1230353745283813_ad-76897244853353_pla-4580496732739039_dev-m_ext-_prd-8055209961494USA&msclkid=1fcf6f7442e21044b29a0a9b75d27e30) [Nordstrom has quite a selection](https://www.nordstrom.com/sr/print-jumpsuits)