Sorry, another wedding outfit one, can anyone help pleeeeease?!

[MrsMeow]

We're going to the evening reception of a wedding, end of March, country hotel. I want to wear something dressy but not over the top and I'm really struggling as I usually wear black and have a slightly goth/rock style.

I was thinking of a dress but can't seem to find anything suitable - it would need to be past knee length but are maxi dresses a bit too casual? Also, I rarely wear dresses so not sure if I'd feel too self conscious in one? What about smart trousers? Oh I don't know!!

I'm a size 14-16 apple shape and don't like anything too clingy.
Hate my legs.
Look like a corpse in pastel colours.
And have a problem with blotchiness on my chest when feeling uncomfortable or drinking alcohol (both which will be an issue!) so am looking for something high necked if possible.

I'm a hopeless case aren't I? I really would appreciate ANY help. Thank you :!

[EuroShaggleton]

I think a maxi would be great. Smart trousers would also be fine if that would make you more comfortable.

[cremeeggsrock]

take a look at 'get cutie' there not maxi dresses but several below knee, different styles and some wicked gothic style fabrics?? thoughts please? are we one right lines or totally off?

[MrsMeow]

Thanks both :) Euro, what style of trousers would you suggest? I would usually wear bootcut with a pair of boots but not sure if that's a bit 'work wear'

Cremeegg, what a lovely site, thank you! I LOVE most of the longer styles but the prints are a bit fussy for me, although I do really like the skull & roses print. I wonder if there's anywhere I could try a few on?

[CheddarGorgeous]

Inspired by the gothic comment:

www.asos.com/Oasis/Oasis-Gothic-Lace-Maxi-Dress/Prod/pgeproduct.aspx?iid=2483769

www.pyrettaslair.com/shop.php/goth-clothing-ladies-/dresses-/nomads-long-purple-tie-dye-maxi-dress/p_2556.html

[cremeeggsrock]

OOOH saw this ?????
www.ebay.co.uk/itm/NEW-CLASSY-VINTAGE-1950s-ROCKABILLY-STYLE-BLACK-BOW-SWING-PARTY-EVENING-DRESS-/130733785991?_trksid=p2045573.m2102&_trkparms=aid%3D555003%26algo%3DPW.CAT%26ao%3D1%26asc%3D33%26meid%3D5850777000190184605%26pid%3D100034%26prg%3D1031%26rk%3D1%26

[UnrequitedSkink]

Ooh, that rockabilly dress is lovely!

[cremeeggsrock]

its really cute! tempted myself

[CatsCantFlyFast]

If you do want to wear black (and loads of people did to my wedding, think it is fine personally) just try to add some colour via accessories, perhaps a coloured jacket, jewellry, shoes, tights etc. I would say a maxi dress would be nice BUT not sure how that would go with your chest blotchiness....

[MrsMeow]

Oh my god, I LOVE that rockabilly dress! I'm thinking that with a red petticoat underneath to match the red trim and maybe a red bolero or shrug as well? I have dyed red hair with a brighter red streak in it as well so it would hopefully go well together? Thank you Cremeegg!

CheedarGorgeous,thank you too. I really like the Oasis maxi dress but they don't have my size, what a shame! The purple maxi dress is lovely too but I'm worried it may cling to my wobbly bits I've bookmarked the site though, they have some lovely stuff!

Merkin, thank you. I was planning on colour along with the black, maybe red or purple to brighten it up. I've seen a few maxi dresses with high necks but they all seem to have low, bum skimming backs - I think I'd rather show my blotches off than my arse!!

[verytellytubby]

LOVE the rockabilly dress.

[CheddarGorgeous]

Lovely choice OP :) have a great time.

[MrsMeow]

Thanks CheddarGorgeous :) I'm just waiting for a couple of my listings to finish on eBay then I'll order it.

Thanks again cremeeggsrock for finding it for me! I've shown it to my friends and they all agree I should go for it....gosh I haven't bought a dress in years!

[cremeeggsrock]

you go girl:) are you gonna go whole hog with petticoat aswell? please keep us updated...........before i get one myself! hehe

[cremeeggsrock]

have you checked out all the dresses they have for sale? theres some other lovely styles, and other colours?

[MrsMeow]

Yes, I think I'm going to go with a red petticoat and red shoes to match the trim on the dress and my hair :)

I love all of the dresses, wish I was a millionaire! Of all of them though my fave is the one you chose. Although I do like the high neck on this one (to hide the blotchiness if it appears) but I think the other will be more flattering on my waist. What do you think?