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Please help me find a dark dress, for a size 20, apple shape

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Changesarecoming · Yesterday 18:19

Hello!

I am in desperate need of a dress and really hoping someone can help.

It is for a winter party. I am a size 20 and carry most of weight around my stomach so nothing satin, silk etc as I find it's not very flattering. It needs to fall below the knee. And up to about £60.

I rarely wear dresses and am conscious of my size and just can't find anything I like and think I will feel good in.

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24Dogcuddler · Yesterday 18:51

https://liveunlimitedlondon.com/products/black-lurex-button-through-midaxi-dress?variant=56013827146103

https://liveunlimitedlondon.com/products/black-ruched-jersey-dress?variant=56013826097527

https://liveunlimitedlondon.com/products/black-velvet-long-sleeve-wrap-dress?variant=55684413555063

https://liveunlimitedlondon.com/products/navy-blue-puff-sleeve-button-through-belted-lace-dress?variant=56768447906167

https://www.roman.co.uk/contrast-sequin-bodice-maxi-dress-14584985

https://www.scarlettandjo.com/collections/back-catalogue/products/kemi-bright-blue-bolero-wrap-bodice-maxi-gown?variant=44243147653428

https://www.scarlettandjo.com/collections/back-catalogue/products/tilly-black-angel-sleeve-sweetheart-dress?variant=41244240969775

Don’t know if any of these would be suitable?

EleanorMc67 · Today 01:32

A wee bit over budget,but this is rather nice, if the colours would suit?

Dora Long Sleeve Floral Devoré Midi Dress Black | Midi Dresses | Monsoon UK.

Shop the Dora Long Sleeve Floral Devoré Midi Dress Black from the Midi Dresses collection at Monsoon UK.

https://www.monsoon.co.uk/dora-long-sleeve-floral-devore-midi-dress-black-1001244936.html?utm_content=brand&nbt=nb%3Aadwords%3Ag%3A21426431457%3A198557365801%3A805447420077&nb_adtype=pla&nb_kwd=&nb_ti=pla-2443471386860&nb_mi=12198991&nb_pc=online&nb_pi=1001244936&nb_ppi=2443471386860&nb_placement=&nb_li_ms=&nb_lp_ms=&nb_fii=&nb_ap=&nb_mt=&gad_source=1&gad_campaignid=21426431457&gclid=CjwKCAjwi-zWBhAdEiwAqlRf-IcVKM4KnvA--vF4Q4EVrzTA1X6K_QrgFiSAXr-uaFplCdloFm3xghoC1R4QAvD_BwE

minnowonthesay · Today 01:49

ASOS?

Please help me find a dark dress, for a size 20, apple shape

minnowonthesay · Today 01:50

I was surprised, there’s not a lot of party wear for £60 under. How about a tuxedo dress?

Beekman · Today 01:58

Look at the Next app. You can filter by size,
colour, length, whatever you want really and they have many, many options for a size 20.

minnowonthesay · Today 02:03

What about a skirt and top co ord? This sequin one comes in brown, red, purple or black. You’d be able to wear the skirt with a jumper and boots after the party and the top with your jeans or wide leg trousers.

SkinnyOatFlatWhiteForMePleaseBarista · Today 03:55

I am an Apple shape whether I’m a size 20 or a 12 and find this style of dress from monsoon flattering and just at my knee (5’5’’). I used to spend £80-120 on them but find vinted have some in great condition for under £20 delivered.

Nylonflares · Today 04:14

This floral from River Island is pretty despite the model’s odd stance. And would help give you a waist. The other one is kind of glam on a seventies way, it comes in plum too.

Nylonflares · Today 04:21

And a few options from New Look

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