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To ask if a size 18 should wear these dresses?

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confusedfrump · 20/03/2026 16:56

I’ve been gifted an M&S gift card and picked up these dresses. I’m a size 18, 162cm. I am having second thoughts about wearing them now though because I feel like they’re too short and would show too much of my legs

To ask if a size 18 should wear these dresses?
To ask if a size 18 should wear these dresses?
To ask if a size 18 should wear these dresses?
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ForAmusedHazelQuoter · 20/03/2026 17:00

Totally wearable but would you wear them now it’s Spring?
Have you chosen them because they are reduced, would you prefer one fab dress?

Otterbabiesholdhandstosleep · 20/03/2026 16:59

How tall are the models? It’s entirely likely the dresses will be nearer to knee length on you at 162cm.

MrsBennetsPoorNervesAreBack · 20/03/2026 16:59

There is no should or shouldn't here.

If you like the dresses and feel comfortable wearing them, then you should wear them.

If you don't like them and/or don't feel comfortable wearing them, then you shouldn't wear them.

Other people's opinions don't matter. This is about you and how the dresses make you feel.

I haven't voted because my opinion is irrelevant here.

Vroomfondleswaistcoat · 20/03/2026 16:58

I think they look lovely. If you're conscious of your legs could you wear them as tunics over leggings or tights?