Difficult Challenge Here ...

[topsyturner]

I have a challenge for you all .
I am 5ft 2in , size 20 , and 6 months ago I had a mastectomy .
I haven't had a reconstruction yet , so I am still having to cope with a (mahoooosive) false boob in my G cup bra . (am I painting a nice enough picture for you all yet ? )

I am looking for a dress for a girly weekend . Nothing too partyish , maybe something that can be dressed up or down .
As if I wasn't handicapped enough with the height and weight issues , I also have to deal with cleavage issues .
I know that V necks suited me pre surgery , but because I have quite a short distance between my shoulders and my cleavage everything I see is too low cut .
There's nothing more disconcerting than catching sight of your own false boob trying to make a break for it out of a top that's too low cut !

So ladies , if you could find me a dress for under £100 (preferably quite a lot under !) I would be eternally greatful !

Oh by the way , I'm 42 . But a young 42 < checks mirror , ignores wrinkles >

[topsyturner]

Oh I forgot to say that there is a head shot of me on my profile . But I now have an inch of hair all over due to chemo . It's growing back , honest !

[KristinaM]

I have no idea...but hopefully an expert will come along soon

[Tortington]

here you can use again - bit sedate depending on your confidence level

bit of a V but not too much

dress up or down

i adore this more for sophisticated lunches and work though maybe?

you did say you were a young 40

[KristinaM]

Oooh, that spotty DP one is LOVELY

[topsyturner]

Thanks Custy
Really like that spotty one , but it's definitely not a sedate lunch type weekend
And love the shape of the coral twist shape dress , but not sure it's right for my colouring .
Now if I could find the coral twist in the snake fabric ...

[monkeysmama]

Have a look at the rest of the DP dresses. They have (or did just before Christmas) a leopard print one with a twist waist that is very flattering.

[topsyturner]

Thanks Monkeys will go have a bimble through the website now .

[KristinaM]

Do post some links if you find anything good

[FauxFox]

bright floral with sleeves
zebra twist
scoop neck ruched snakish
rainbow

[FauxFox]

Oooh and wallis has some nice ones...gorgeous
cute

[topsyturner]

Have ordered this to try
www.dorothyperkins.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/ProductDisplay?beginIndex=0&viewAllFlag=&catalogId=33053&storeId=12552&productId=4539843&langId=-1&sort_field=Relevance&categoryId=228107&parent_categoryId=226988&pageSize=200

Sorry , not good at linky things . Have ordered another day time dress too , will link seperately .

[Honeydragon]

Choose a dress that you like and would suit you, ant then get a bra bib or Cami to go underneath it?

Also a nice necklace draws the eye p from the V to help your confidence - not that you need confidence I peeked at your profile, you are very pretty

[topsyturner]

This for travelling in . Will team it with black opaques , black boots , and black slouchy cardigan ?

www.dorothyperkins.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/ProductDisplay?beginIndex=0&viewAllFlag=&catalogId=33053&storeId=12552&productId=4584773&langId=-1&sort_field=Relevance&categoryId=228107&parent_categoryId=226988&pageSize=200

[SarkyWench]

I'd say stick with the neckline that suited you presurgery, but wear something under to cover the cleavage.

[topsyturner]

Thanks Faux love that Wallis one with the red flower pattern .

Honey thankyou !
I do layer with vest tops for day wear , just wanted to wear summat without having to do the Granny Foundation Garment thing ...

[KristinaM]

Tis not granny . Its cool and on trend layering. I have to wear vest tops or camis under most tops and dresses due to ample bosoms, and i am size 8. Its a body shape thing rather than a size thing

[Honeydragon]

I had the bra bib things as a wardrobe staple as I like the Avon ones but after my Mum had her mastectomy she nicked them all

[phedre]

If you are into snakeskin this one is quite nice - www.wallis.co.uk/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/ProductDisplay?beginIndex=0&viewAllFlag=&catalogId=33058&storeId=12557&productId=4249833&langId=-1&sort_field=Relevance&categoryId=209179&parent_categoryId=209165&pageSize=20

[sweetheart]

hi neck snack skin?