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Mumsnet Discussions: Style and beauty : Am I too old/fat too wear this? (17 messages)
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Contact the poster See this person's profile Contact mumsnet about this post By bratnav on Fri 16-May-08 16:47:38
this

I am 29 and a size 14, according to the shop assistant and DP it looked nice as a dress, but could also be worn as a floaty top.

I am a bit concerned as I have quite chunky thighs and it came a couple of inches above my knees.

Yes or no?
Contact the poster See this person's profile Contact mumsnet about this post By RubyRioja on Fri 16-May-08 16:49:02
I think nice - no prob size or age. I think better with trousers, but becuase of design not you iyswim
Contact the poster See this person's profile Contact mumsnet about this post By ahundredtimes on Fri 16-May-08 16:50:12
Too old at 29? No, no, no. You must ABSOLUTELY wear whatever you want at 29.

I bet it'll be great, if worried about legs get some flattering shoes?
Contact the poster See this person's profile Contact mumsnet about this post By binkleandflip on Fri 16-May-08 16:51:57
no you'll look brill and never too old to wear whatever the hell you like grin
Contact the poster See this person's profile Contact mumsnet about this post By wessexgirl on Fri 16-May-08 16:51:59
I'd definitely have worn that as a dress when I was 29 (I'm a 14 too). In fact, I'd wear it as a top now, and I'm 10 years older than you.

You like it, DP likes it, and it won't show your thighs anyway. It's nice.
Contact the poster See this person's profile Contact mumsnet about this post By cheesesarnie on Fri 16-May-08 16:52:21
its lovely!
Contact the poster Contact mumsnet about this post By Mercy on Fri 16-May-08 16:52:27
Of course you are not too old or big! Agree it would be best with trousers.

What colour would be best?
Contact the poster Contact mumsnet about this post By scampadoodle on Fri 16-May-08 17:07:48
It's lovely. If you are conscious of your thighs (as I am!) then you may feel more comfortable wearing it over trousers or jeans. Gorgeous colours.
Contact the poster See this person's profile Contact mumsnet about this post By Seasider on Fri 16-May-08 17:26:34
It's gorgeous.

As Mercy said, you're not old or big, (but are clever as you are getting this garment!)
Contact the poster See this person's profile Contact mumsnet about this post By Seasider on Fri 16-May-08 17:26:34
It's gorgeous.

As Mercy said, you're not old or big, (but are clever as you are getting this garment!)
Contact the poster See this person's profile Contact mumsnet about this post By Seasider on Fri 16-May-08 17:27:21
Double posting PAH!
Old, big and not CLEVER! (ME)
Contact the poster Contact mumsnet about this post By madamez on Fri 16-May-08 17:28:38
If you like it, wear it (haven't even looked TBH). People should wear exactly what they want and remember that anyone who criticizes your choice of clothing is a small-minded moron who probably isn't getting enough sex.
Contact the poster See this person's profile Contact mumsnet about this post By MummyPenguin on Fri 16-May-08 17:35:13
Celebrate your curves daaahling.
Contact the poster Contact mumsnet about this post By LemonTart on Fri 16-May-08 17:39:13
It is lovely. If you do wear it as a dress just make sure your legs are looking tip top with a bit of pampering/body scrub/light fake tan etc and let your curves look heavenly.
Be careful about shoes with it - choose wisely and you will look like a goddess
Contact the poster See this person's profile Contact mumsnet about this post By bratnav on Fri 16-May-08 19:27:46
Thanks ladies, sorry I started this then had to do the tea/bath/bed routine.

Thanks so much, have decided I will keep it, any thoughts on shoes if I wear it as a dress rather than a top?
Contact the poster See this person's profile Contact mumsnet about this post By LewisFan on Fri 16-May-08 22:43:49
My mum is 50 and would wear that if it was a different colour!

Go for heels - make your legs look longer/give definition to calves
Contact the poster Contact mumsnet about this post By Anna8888 on Sat 17-May-08 11:15:14
You are far too young for that dress shock.


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