I have a wedding the weekend before Christmas and literally have no idea where to start on buying an outfit, having recently lost just over a stone but still feeling like there's a long way to go. I need everything- dress, shoes, handbag. I live in the US and all the formal/party wear seems to be black as it is ok to wear black to weddings here 
It all seems so elderly too- I'm only 27 and actually want to look it, not 20 years older. I'm a 5'3 14-16, 32G, narrow shoulders, ok waist and chubby lower stomach. Ok arms, decent legs.
I'm returning to the UK in early December so could realistically buy something here or when I get back. It's actually going to be the first wedding I've been to since my own in March and I want to look nice not a bloody mess. Budget of £100 and under for dress.
If you have any clue how to dress my small dumpy body I'd be very grateful 😂
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DilapidatedGlamourpuss · 23/11/2016 00:31
Wow, thanks just and giraffe
I can't see the Debenhams or Monsoon links 
That Wallis one is lovely but I don't know if the shape would suit me. I would definitely try it on though. The Topshop one is gorgeous! The Topshop flagship store is relatively close to me so I will go and try it on. I don't know if the US 10/UK 14 will fit though- what is their sizing like nowadays? It seems to be the largest size that dress goes up to
The Next one is pretty but I want to try and avoid black for a wedding
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