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Is this unflattering for a bridesmaid?

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Froum · 09/04/2025 22:02

My bridesmaids range in size from 8 to 12. No one happens to be plus size.

Would this dress flatter most of the women do you reckon?

We are late 20s

i have chosen to show the image of the plus size model as I think it highlights that it works on bigger sizes. What do you think?

Is this unflattering for a bridesmaid?
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CandyLeBonBon · 10/04/2025 20:37

The dress looks like it’s cut on the bias which means it’ll cling to every lump and bump. The straps don’t allow for a normal bras and a strapless job will ruin the line. The way light catches satin means it will also show up any lumps/bumps/perceived flaws and the colour will only work on tanned/darker skin tones so if you have any paler skinned bridesmaids they’ll look like corned beef!

ThisChic · 10/04/2025 20:33

Outofthepan · 10/04/2025 19:51

I Think this thread has been a wind up

I don't think that the dress is that extreme. Lots of bridesmaids have worn similar.

Mellowbear · 10/04/2025 20:31

Sorry it's awful

notatinydancer · 10/04/2025 20:29

Willyoushutthefrontdoor · 09/04/2025 22:28

Can I just say I'd avoid satin. Very unforgiving fabric no matter the size of wearer. My bridesmaids were an 8 and 10 (daughters) and they wouldn't. I can however give a big thumbs up to JJshouse. We got a dark green. Material lovely. Good prices. Well made. They have a lot of colours to choose from. But the clincher for me was the try on service of £10 per dress. My girls tried on 6 (1 free so cost £50 to do so). And then we bought what they liked.
Good luck on your search!

I can’t believe you paid to try on dresses.
I’ve never heard of that.
A family member owns a bridal shop , she’s never heard of that.
What a rip off.

Toptops · 10/04/2025 20:27

Sorry op but I think your choice, and later choices are hideous!
Give them the colour and let them choose the style.

Robinredd · 10/04/2025 20:19

OP people are being very harsh. This is aibu so no matter what you ask you'll be told by the majority that you're in the wrong.

I think it's gorgeous. I haven't read the full thread but why don't you see what your bridesmaids think? I really enjoyed bringing my bridesmaids dress shopping and them helping choose the dress. After all they have to wear it.

Have a lovely day and congratulations.

FleurDeFleur · 10/04/2025 20:17

AlanShore · 10/04/2025 20:05

Sorry, you PAID to try on dresses?????

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That's just madness, isn't it?!

TheHierophant · 10/04/2025 20:16

It looks like a nightgown and will hug every lump and bump

AlanShore · 10/04/2025 20:05

Willyoushutthefrontdoor · 09/04/2025 22:28

Can I just say I'd avoid satin. Very unforgiving fabric no matter the size of wearer. My bridesmaids were an 8 and 10 (daughters) and they wouldn't. I can however give a big thumbs up to JJshouse. We got a dark green. Material lovely. Good prices. Well made. They have a lot of colours to choose from. But the clincher for me was the try on service of £10 per dress. My girls tried on 6 (1 free so cost £50 to do so). And then we bought what they liked.
Good luck on your search!

Sorry, you PAID to try on dresses?????

AlanShore · 10/04/2025 19:58

Froum · 09/04/2025 22:03

Bear in mind the model has got a terrible bra situation going on

And they chose that picture to advertise it? That should be the best possible picture of it

Outofthepan · 10/04/2025 19:51

I Think this thread has been a wind up

Mumoftwochildrenand6furkids · 10/04/2025 19:38

The colours nice but Im an sze 8 and am not keen on it as It looks more like an slip or nighty to me.

ScruffGin · 10/04/2025 19:32

How about this one? Far more flattering! There's other types as well, but colour fits

https://www.wed2b.com/reece

Is this unflattering for a bridesmaid?
busymomtoone · 10/04/2025 19:32

I clicked unreasonable by mistake sorry!! I think it’s lovely - Ghost designer style ( silk/ satin) and as the largest size is a 12 will look amazing! Just be careful with underwear selection as those dresses do cling! Very pretty shade too.

Yourcatisnotsorry · 10/04/2025 19:25

That fabric and cut are very unflattering and I even on the slim model it makes her look like she’s got a pot belly. The colour is insipid and the style is very bland. There are so many lovely dresses, choose with your bridesmaids.

NaiceEagle · 10/04/2025 19:23

Sorry. I think that clingy, shiny fabric is unflattering for all but very slim. Shape wear underneath would be crucial. But I think it best not to go for that kind of fabric.

Dustmylemonlies · 10/04/2025 19:17

Even in my 20's when I was stick thin, I'd have felt very exposed and self conscious wearing that in front of a bunch of people. Your bridesmaids won't thank you for it.

FleurDeFleur · 10/04/2025 19:11

AprilBunny · 10/04/2025 19:03

Victoria and Harper wear a lot of the satin slip dresses. No help I know.

I have seen Victoria in real life. She looked absolutely lovely, but I am going to say - very, very petite.

AprilBunny · 10/04/2025 19:03

Victoria and Harper wear a lot of the satin slip dresses. No help I know.

PinkSparklyPussyCat · 10/04/2025 19:02

I love the colour but would refuse to be a bridesmaid if I was expected to wear the dress

ThisChic · 10/04/2025 18:55

My opinion will be unpopular, but I think it's a nice dress, and it looks nice on the model, who is mid/possibly lower plus size?

Besides, all of your bridesmaids are small to mid size.

ErinBell01 · 10/04/2025 18:43

Froum · 09/04/2025 22:02

My bridesmaids range in size from 8 to 12. No one happens to be plus size.

Would this dress flatter most of the women do you reckon?

We are late 20s

i have chosen to show the image of the plus size model as I think it highlights that it works on bigger sizes. What do you think?

She looks as if she's got a p*nis!
I don't like the dress much, particularly on the larger model, but even on a slimmer model it would be very unforgiving.

Shufflebumnessie · 10/04/2025 18:36

PinkiOcelot · 09/04/2025 22:05

It looks like a nightie.

My thoughts exactly!

user1472151176 · 10/04/2025 18:30

That material is not forgiving. I personally wouldn't want to wear it because of the material and the cut around the bust area