Find me a statement plus size top, please!

[DonPablo]

It's my 40th birthday and I want to look good!

I've lost weight, about a stone and I am still losing, so I'm reckoning an 18 would be the size. (I'm just getting into my 18s now).

I have bought new shoes (size 10 feet mean this is feat. I have gold Tom's, gladiator sandals, some new trainers) and I'm thinking of getting some boden Richmond 7/8s in black.

To go with it all, I'd love a huge statement top. Massive sleeves, shoulder pads, maybe colour, maybe black. But no tunics or boring stuff. Fuck it, something fab-u-lous! My searches aren't bringing up much I like. Help!

[LuxuryWoman2020]

Hmmm, what’s your budget? Where do you want to wear this top?
Is it for your birthday celebration and what will you wear it with?

[DonPablo]

Hello, thanks for the reply. I want to wear it my party. (Why does that make me sound like a 3 year old?!)

With the Richmond 7/8 trousers and gold Tom's, or gladiator sandals.

Budget, up to £100 for the right one!

[BringMeTea]

Whistles is worth a punt.

www.johnlewis.com/whistles-velvet-silk-mix-top-pale-pink/p4805346

www.johnlewis.com/whistles-brushed-leopard-print-shell-top-multi/p4807898

[DonPablo]

I prefer the leopard one to the other one, mainly because I'm so tall and the first one just wouldn't be long enough at all!

[BringMeTea]

I hear ya. I am long bodied and tall. Could work with high waisted trews though. Their main website isn't working for me this morning which is why I linked JL. They will have lots more on their own site. Happy hunting!

[DonPablo]

Thanks @BringMeTea

[goose1964]

Simple but stunning www.debenhams.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/prod_10701_10001_54510+530224106_-1

[BoreOfWhabylon]

Lots to choose from here

www.navabi.co.uk/womens-clothing/tops/blouses/?p=1&sizes%5B0%5D=94&product_list_limit=180

[DonPablo]

@goose1964, lovely though that is, it's not the look I'm after at all. Think Grace Jones: I want something a bit out there.

And @BoreOfWhabylon I think I've spent 3 days solid on navabi now! I've never bought anything from there, wondering if anyone has?

Thanks both

[Wallywobbles]

Check the material before you buy. I've bought some stuff that makes me look like a nylon Easter egg complete with bow.

[Elllllle]

Have you looked on River Island or Asos for statement tops in tall/curve sizing? Or topshop but they can run quite small.

I would stick to black or metallic or possibly a black based pattern to wear with black trousers, otherwise you might look a bit 90s corporate with black bottoms and bright top.

[DonPablo]

Ha, why don't I mind the thought of 90s corporate?

[SunshineAvenue]

www.asos.com/asos-edition/asos-edition-mini-shift-dress-in-heavily-embellished-fringe-and-diamante/prd/13199239?clr=&colourWayId=16532783&SearchQuery=asos%20edition this is supposed to be a mini dress but is barely longer than a top on the model so would probably be more of a top on you if you are tall?

[SunshineAvenue]

This blazer with silky cami underneath www.asos.com/asos-edition/asos-edition-animal-beaded-blazer/prd/12727867?clr=&colourWayId=16521530&SearchQuery=asos%20edition

[AuntieDolly]

www.romanoriginals.co.uk/flared-sleeve-foil-pleated-top-20031034

[Elmo230885]

www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Size-2xl-20-by-Shein-Gorgeous-crane-print-dress-tunic-birds-black-pink-unworn/303477169468?pageci=1cf4a4af-3f2a-4861-b5b5-657d62623131

Hope that link works... This is something I'm selling on eBay ( just for an example). It's from Shein.com. Shein have lots of plus size things, some lovely prints ( you may have to wade through some odd pieces too though)

[Elmo230885]

m.shein.co.uk/Plus-Boxy-Pleated-Hem-Jacquard-Dress-p-837460-cat-1889.html?scici=productList~~RecommendList~~1~~Recommendations%20For%20You~~SMSearchRecommendationsForYou_default~~0~~0

Maybe a dress?

[Elmo230885]

m.shein.co.uk/Plus-Floral-Print-Pleated-Hem-Belted-Dress-p-904033-cat-1889.html?scici=productDetail~~RecommendList~~1~~You%20May%20Also%20Like~~SMProductDetailYouMayAlsoLike_matcgroup~~0~~0

I love this but realise it's not to everyone's taste. I'm going to stop now before I end up buying a dress!

[DonPablo]

Thanks all. Love the ASOS one and like the roman originals one. The other dresses are lovely, but not my style at all.

[DonPablo]

Oh, and the blazer is phenomenal but out of budget. Properly Grace Jones.

[HesMyLobster]

I love that blazer too!
You could get a similar look with this one (for a quarter of the price!)

www.simplybe.co.uk/shop/glitter-lurex-tuxedo-blazer/da115/product/details/show.action?pdBoUid=1029

[HesMyLobster]

House of CB is good for really structured, unusual shaped stuff.

www.houseofcb.com/marianne-black-silk-satin-bodysuit.html

www.houseofcb.com/cindy-silk-chiffon-metallic-lame-bodysuit.html

[Deathraystare]

I loved the Roman Originals top. That is lovely!

[oxoxoxoxo]

I bought this last year in Debenhams - its Coast. It's got batwing sleeves and a draped top, and a keyhole thing below the button at the back of the neck. It's basically 2 layers, and the lower one is fitted. I love it! It would look amazing with your outfit, but has been discontinued....

I looked on ebay and there are currently only three, one is new but too big and the others too small and have been worn - but it's always worth checking. These pictures show it better though.

www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Coast-curve-plus-libertine-top-coral-size-24-bnwt/264321323009?hash=item3d8ac75001:g:9wMAAOSwDspc2aEe

www.ebay.co.uk/itm/Coast-Coral-Chiffon-Bat-Wing-Top-Size-12/133339448600?hash=item1f0ba68518:g:CBwAAOSwfrleTmBe

Anyway - it might not be your thing, or colour - but best of luck finding something you love. Hope you have a wonderful party!!

[Wonkybanana]

If you really want Grace Jones/huge and massive sleeves this fits the bill:

www.asos.com/asos-design/asos-design-long-sleeve-organza-top-with-ruffle-sleeve-and-corset-stitch-detail/prd/13932666?clr=&colourWayId=16577706&SearchQuery=&cid=11320

You might or might not want a silky cami underneath. How brave are you feeling/