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Which dress should I wear?

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GetTheStartyParted · 02/08/2020 13:08

I have recently lost some weight and don't know how to dress myself anymore Grin

It's my birthday and we are going out for a meal. Upmarket restaurant but afternoon not evening meal so going for dressy but not too dressed up IYSWIM. Which dress should I wear? Or are they all terrible?

Which dress should I wear?
Which dress should I wear?
Which dress should I wear?
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mygrandchildrenrock · 02/08/2020 13:10

They are all alright, I prefer the middle one.
Happy Birthday 🥳

Wallabyone · 02/08/2020 13:12

You have a beautiful figure and look amazing! Well done on the weight loss Grin I like the second one for the occasion, I think the first one is nice but too high necked for you and looks more 'workwear'. The third one is ok. Enjoy!

GreyishDays · 02/08/2020 13:14

Middle one!

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Thelnebriati · 02/08/2020 13:15

You look great in all of them, but dress number 2 has the most pop.

ThousandsAreSailing · 02/08/2020 13:15

Middle one. I would like the first if it had a V or lower neck. I don't think the high neck enhances your figure, which is great by the way

riotlady · 02/08/2020 13:16

Middle one! The first is lovely on your figure but looks more like a work dress to me

Mumof1I · 02/08/2020 13:16

Number 1. Amazing figure, you look fantastic.

kezziethecat · 02/08/2020 13:17

I love 1 and 2 but would probably choose 2 for the occasion. Well done on the weight loss, you look lovely

Ginkypig · 02/08/2020 13:19

I like the shape of the first one on you but none of them are terrible.

None of them are particularly my taste but of course that is a separate issue as my taste is nothing to do ŵith your taste.

Purplewithred · 02/08/2020 13:21

Another vote for 2 - and another agreement that 1 is fab round your waist but too high necked (although the inevitable selfie angle probably isn’t helping)

Ughmaybenot · 02/08/2020 13:21

My favourite is the middle one, but I also like the third dress as well. You have a cracking figure!

Xiaoxiong · 02/08/2020 13:21

You look amazing in the middle one, but as someone with boobs of a similar size I would probably safety pin the necklines of the middle and left ones up an inch or so as I have been known to have a whole bread roll's worth of crumbs disappear down my cleavage...!

Choppedupapple · 02/08/2020 13:23

You look amazing!!! In order for me is 2,1,3

INeedNewShoes · 02/08/2020 13:25

I wish I had your figure!

I'd go with dress 1 or 2. 2 is slightly more summery.

StarlightLady · 02/08/2020 13:26

On balance l would opt for the second one. I think the patrern works well and l would wear it.

Personally, Ibwould avoid any safety pins though, thet can push necklines out of line as opposed to having it sit naturally.

I think the neck is too high on the first one (better suited for the office) and the third has too much sleeve for a sumners day.

Enjoy your day.

StarlightLady · 02/08/2020 13:26

Coorection - Summer’s day!

Monkeytapper · 02/08/2020 13:27

Blue flowery one

Atalune · 02/08/2020 13:27

Middle one.

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GetTheStartyParted · 02/08/2020 13:28

Thank you! Blush I still have a couple of stone to lose but have lost almost 4.

The change in shape means that I am trying to learn what clothes I like and look nice in. Dresses 1 and 3 are hand me downs from by DSis, 2 is a size smaller than the others and one I treated myself to.

My DH likes the middle one too so it looks like the overall winner at the moment.

Thanks for all the lovely comments.

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AdaColeman · 02/08/2020 13:29

The dark blue and white floral dress looks lovely, and just right for an afternoon 'do'. Happy Birthday, and enjoy your meal!

bubblebubblebubbletrouble · 02/08/2020 13:29

2 but try sitting down it leaning forward to eat etc coz neckline is low on it.
You look great in all 3 though

Bluntness100 · 02/08/2020 13:30

I think thr third one is lovely, it’s great colours.

GinWithASplashOfTonic · 02/08/2020 13:32

Middle one. Love the floral pattern

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GetTheStartyParted · 02/08/2020 13:33

Good point - I don't want to inadvertently flash other diners Grin

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Leflic · 02/08/2020 14:18

Well done! And Happy Birthday.
I think 3 as having the best colours. The camera angle is different but I’m thinking that’s why you look a bit bustier.
2 looks a bit casual - good if it’s by the beach or a smart outdoor pub. 1 is a bit over the top for the afternoon.