style idea for Golden Wedding lunch (quite posh)

[poppym12]

i'm going to a country house type place for a celebratory lunch. lots of family will be there (some of whom i haven't seen for years). i live in jeans and boots/converse but would like to make an effort to look nice.

please help!!

i've been looking for a dress but everything seems to be really strappy and short or too 'wedding guest-y'.

[Pantsalive]

This sort of thing?

What's your size, shape, colouring and what's the budget?

[Pantsalive]

Other end of a price range.

[Pantsalive]

Other end of a price range.

And somewhere in the middle

[poppym12]

many thanks pants, all lovely dresses. colouring wise, i'm lightly tanned with brown/reddish hair. i tend to avoid red clothing as i think i'd look like a giant tomato. at the moment i am a size 16, hourglass shape, i am very self conscious of my giant thighs .

i sound sooo attractive! this is why i usually hide away in jeans and baggy clothes.

[burnishedsilver]

Phase right is a good place to look. Also try Boden. This is sold outwww.

[poppym12]

like the style of that one silver (it looks very forgiving). i don't wear silk but something in that style would be ok.

[Pantsalive]

I was having a bit of a red moment

Would you feel happier in trousers and a nice top?

What's the budget?

[burnishedsilver]

I don't know how I posted half a post! Sorry. What I was trying to say is that dress is sold out in your size but the shape could work.

[poppym12]

i fancy trying a dress pants for a change (providing i can find one that doesn't make me look like an elephant. i'm very ashamed at the weight i have gained in the last 2 or 3 years . before i became ill, i was slim, fit and active so i struggle with how i look now).

[poppym12]

what would you describe the shape as silver and i'll see if i can find something similar.

[Pantsalive]

This is nice and there is a 30% off code.

[poppym12]

sorry, forgot to say, budget less than £100. also, ideally needs to go with one of the 3 pairs of smart sandals i have which are black mules, tan heels or blue block-ish heel (not sure if thats how to describe them).

[poppym12]

not as keen on that one pants (but i really like the floaty maxi dress on the 30% off promo code ad.....must try to be smart though).

[RedRosie]

Listen to Pants. She's ace.

(Although I haven't dared tell her what I ended up buying in the end, as it's bonkers)

[poppym12]

she does seem very knowledgeable with this styling malarkey . intrigued as to what you bought rosie.....

[TheBoov]

Phase Eight is definitely your friend.

[poppym12]

i'm looking at the website boov but not feeling the warmth at the moment. i'll call in store later this week and maybe try some on.

[Pantsalive]

Aw, thanks ladies
Go on Rosie tell us all - or better still a picture!

[agoodbook]

Any good?
www.bravissimo.com/pepperberry/products/dresses/day-dresses/adele-dress/navy-white/pd400nvw/

[poppym12]

loving the 'fit and flare' style and i tried one on before which seemed to suit me (it was a bit too small and they didn't have the next size up). i'd prefer sleeveless if possible. just on or above the knee looks good

[shadesofwinter]

I really like the look of this dress; no idea if it's remotely the right sort of thing though!

[RedRosie]

You know I said I wanted classy, sleeves, natural fabrics etc?

I purchased:

m.houseoffraser.co.uk/Biba+Metallic+column+event+maxi+dress/D552174,default,pd.html

[poppym12]

nice dress winter but sadly i fear my ass is way too big for that one.

loving the sleeves and natural fabric there rosie

[Pantsalive]

Rosie that is fantastic and as you say, just what you were looking for.
Have a lovely time.

[Pantsalive]

Blue

Black

Navy and green