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Wedding Guest Dress
I wonder if you could help. I am going to a wedding (service and reception) and need to wear a frock that can cater for both as im unable to change half way through. The wedding is in August and the last wedding I went to was about 20yrs ago so I really don't know what you are supposed to wear.
I only wear black which makes choosing a dress difficult as a lot of wedding outfits are colourful. I have seen this dress and I wonder if you think it would be appropriate. I was looking for a maxi dress as I have terrible scars all over my legs so I think it would be better to cover them up. Many thanks, http://www.houseoffraser.co.uk/JS+Collections+Fishtail+gown+with+halter+strap+detail/225732331,default,pd.html?cm_mmc=Criteo-_-Women-_-Dresses-_-Fishtail+gown+with+halter+strap+detail&_$ja=tsid%3a45091%7ccid%3a1279708%7ccgid%3a1279708834423%7ccrid%3a707312275 |
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Classy.
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It's a nice dress but I wouldn't wear it to a wedding.
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I think that's a gorgeous dress and can see no problems wearing it to a wedding.
You could always add a bit of colour with accessories, such as bag, shoes, jewellery or maybe even a wrap if it's a bit chilly, although it would seem a shame to cover the top half of the dress where all the bling is! |
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It's a nice dress but I echo Croctacus I wouldn't wear it to a wedding. To me that is more of an evening dress.
Phase Eight have some nice black maxi dresses. Does it have to be all black? I think something like this one would be nice for a wedding http://www.houseoffraser.co.uk/Phase...efault,pd.html |
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I agree that this is much more in the line of an evening dress than a wedding guest dress. Wearing full length black to a wedding is perhaps a little 'off' also? I think it would be lovely in shape and style for a wedding if it were taken up to knee length.
It's entirely up to you, but I would not be in any way ashamed of the scars on your legs. I have a large winestain birthmark on my shoulder and no one has made any comment on it whatsoever when I leave it uncovered (entirely down to the style of dress I want to wear). |
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Thank you for your advice. I always wear black and unfortunately if I wear anything colourful I really feel uncomfortable. I haven't worn anything with colour in 30yrs. I do think I will go for a colourful shawl / wrap and perhaps handbag though.
My legs are appalling. I am prone to skin infections and my legs have holes in them where they have been eaten away. I could wear tights, but being August I figured a bit of air wafting around would be better. I honestly had / have no idea what is the norm for a summer wedding. I was even watching Corrie last night and seeing what people were wearing !!! Is it just the colour as opposed to the dress that people object to or is the bling around the neck OTT ? I have some dangly earrings that are cubic zirconia that I was going to wear with it. |
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For me it's the bling around the neck and the actual straps that scream evening dress. Even without the bling it reminds me of a bridesmaid dress.
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For me it's the bling around the neck and the actual straps that scream evening dress. Even without the bling it reminds me of a bridesmaid dress.
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Sorry but I agree with the above. It does seem a little bridesmaidsy. I know you don't want colour but there are some nice black and white maxi dresses. Would this be an option or is it black only??
http://m.coast-stores.com/p/marseill...8298?locale=en http://uk.monsoon.co.uk/view/product....13/9505850110 http://m.houseoffraser.co.uk/Ted+Bak...efault,pd.html Also, have a look on shopstyle. Just type in maxi dress then refine it to black and put your price limit in and it will search most online stores for you. Saves you going from site to site! |
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Blimey - that shopstyle site was a revelation. I didn't know it existed.
OK, two different ones here. One I would have to wear tights with. Just to add (in case it makes a difference) I am a size 16. http://www.debenhams.com/webapp/wcs/...0+203402920_-1 http://www.houseoffraser.co.uk/Oasis+Lace+Top+Chelsea+Print+Skater/245605261,default,pd.html?cm_mmc=ShopStyle-_-Women-_-Dresses-_-Lace+Top+Chelsea+Print+Skater&_$ja=tsid%3a45090%7ckw%3aShopStyle+UK%7ccgn%3a79682&awinDCS=3100_1464265920_baec81a747c37a83a8f1bc59ef39ee66%7c%7c0%7c%7c0%7c%7c0%7c%7c1999429652&awc=3100_1464265920_baec81a747c37a83a8f1bc59ef39ee66&cm_mmc=AWIN-_-Deeplink-_-NULL-_-NULL&istCompanyId=17910aed-1bae-4362-9580-b523eb87a91e&istItemId=imrqpqmx&istBid=t |
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I think the second one with the colours at the bottom is lovely!
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This from Elvi is quite nice
https://www.elvi.co.uk/outlet-c17/el...xi-dress-p3382 also Evans page here has some good ones which you can dress-up or has a contrast with a mainly black background. http://www.evans.co.uk/en/evuk/categ...=%2F12553&No=0 |
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It's a nice dress but I echo Croctacus I wouldn't wear it to a wedding. To me that is more of an evening dress.
Phase Eight have some nice black maxi dresses. Does it have to be all black? I think something like this one would be nice for a wedding http://www.houseoffraser.co.uk/Phase...efault,pd.html |
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I think the second one with the colours at the bottom is lovely!
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It's a nice dress but I echo Croctacus I wouldn't wear it to a wedding. To me that is more of an evening dress.
Phase Eight have some nice black maxi dresses. Does it have to be all black? I think something like this one would be nice for a wedding http://www.houseoffraser.co.uk/Phase...efault,pd.html |
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Or maybe you could opt for a jumpsuit...
http://www.littleblackdress.co.uk/oc...panel-jumpsuit http://www.thebarktorialist.com/hot-...uit-black.html |
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How about something like this? I've had so many dresses from Lindy Bop and they're all beautiful. You'd need tights though.
http://www.lindybop.co.uk/dresses-c1...ng-dress-p1568 |
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How about something like this? I've had so many dresses from Lindy Bop and they're all beautiful. You'd need tights though.
http://www.lindybop.co.uk/dresses-c1...ng-dress-p1568 http://www.blackbutterflyclothing.co...ity-50s-dress/ http://www.blackbutterflyclothing.co...ony-50s-dress/ |
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Thank you everyone. I do agree with you all now in hindsight about my original choice. I also love the 50s style frocks you have posted. 50s would suit my shape as I have a large bust and hips but a slim waist. You have also given me a few new websites that I didn't know existed. I am very grateful - and thanks again.
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Maybe here you could compare different models and get a global idea...
http://www.wossel.com/en_GB/catalogue/search/dress |
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Thank you everyone. I do agree with you all now in hindsight about my original choice. I also love the 50s style frocks you have posted. 50s would suit my shape as I have a large bust and hips but a slim waist. You have also given me a few new websites that I didn't know existed. I am very grateful - and thanks again.
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I was flicking through Black Butterfly as you do and thought of you when I saw this, it's a steal for £11.99 imo
http://www.blackbutterflyclothing.co...ho-maxi-dress/ |
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I was flicking through Black Butterfly as you do and thought of you when I saw this, it's a steal for £11.99 imo
http://www.blackbutterflyclothing.co...ho-maxi-dress/ |
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Oh wow that is stunning and ticks all the boxes. I hope the OP sees it before it's sold out!
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