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To ask for advice on where to buy a dress

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Imnotposhjustquaint · 05/02/2018 14:58

I’m posting for traffic.

I’ve got a wedding coming up next month and need a dress.

I’m a size 18-20, 5’6 but seem to carry a lot of weight on my belly, I also hate my arms!

I dread occasions like this as I always think I look hideous whatever I wear.

Has anyone got any advice on what sort of thing to go for or any shops/websites etc.

Haven’t got a huge budget for the dress, definitely would prefer something under £50.

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Imnotposhjustquaint · 05/02/2018 22:44

Titania that’s what I thought too. However the dress isn’t particularly weddingy either (but in all honesty neither is the wedding - anything goes which is fabulous) will have a look when I’ve put it together, would just save me buying yet ANOTHER pair of shoes!

Adidas I absolutely adore Lindybop but for some reason I just couldn’t find anything that I liked on there this time which is surprising as it’s never let me down before.

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hollowtree · 05/02/2018 22:46

I use a shop called Roman, their stuff is so flattering, pretty and reasonably priced. Xx

hollowtree · 05/02/2018 22:49

I just bought this for my daughter's Christening 😊 I so hope it looks nice on me!

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TitaniasCloset · 05/02/2018 22:50

I'm an 18 too and often I find it's just better to wear what I know suits me even if it's a bit plain so that I'm comfortable in it, wear a bra that actually fits and spend my extra cash on a tan, hair, make up and nails. Since I put on weight I'm no good in really high heels unless they are boots. My feet rub too much.

TitaniasCloset · 05/02/2018 22:50

That's a lovely colour that purple.

hollowtree · 05/02/2018 22:56

Thank you titanias I really love it!

TeeniefaeTroon · 05/02/2018 22:59

If you like Lindy Bop, try Lady V London. Lots of very flattering dresses.

AdidasGirl · 05/02/2018 23:23

Maybe try Collectif too. Same sort of thing as Lindy and Joanie.

Arthur2shedsJackson · 05/02/2018 23:58

The German website Navabi specialises in more forgiving clothes for the larger amongst us and is always reducing prices if their stock. I haven’t bought a dress from anywhere else for years - and I buy a lot of dresses.

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Imnotposhjustquaint · 06/02/2018 16:17

Well, the dress arrived today, absolutely hideous! Wrapped around my waist nicely but didn’t cover my boobs and was much shorter than it looked in the picture!

Anyway, have seen a few others I like so will send that one back and try a couple more.

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TitaniasCloset · 06/02/2018 17:21

Oh that's a shame OP! Give us more of a clue of what you are looking for again to remind us and the ideal budget.

LakieLady · 06/02/2018 18:53

I tried on the Sea Salt dress that someone recommended upthread, and it's lovely but not for the top heavy. Made my cleavage look the size of the Gran Canyon.

Getting nice dresses when you're big is a nightmare. One of my well-endowed friends swears by Gina Bacconi (sp?), but they're not cheap.

TheMaddHugger · 06/02/2018 19:20

I recently got this from Rosegal and Love it. I am 5' and a size 24 Au/Uk. Most of that is my stomach

www.rosegal.com/plus-size-dresses-121/

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TheMaddHugger · 06/02/2018 19:38

If you are into something more casual I have this one from Boohoo. can dress up or down .I've got a teal jacket that really looks fab with it,
au.boohoo.com/plus-rachel-floral-printed-smock-dress/PZZ84274.html

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TheMaddHugger · 06/02/2018 19:45

this from Gamis has quick shipping and the style is nice on us Apple shapes
www.gamiss.com/dresses-11429/product653756/

sorry I cant get the pic to work.

Pattyandbump · 06/02/2018 19:56

What about this? should be super flattering!

joanieclothing.com/product/winnie-collar-detail-poppy-print-dress-red/

TitaniasCloset · 06/02/2018 20:13

Sorry that mass of blue text should link to two dresses I should have separated them. What do you like about any dresses people have put up? What do you hate or know won't suit you?

TitaniasCloset · 06/02/2018 20:19

You seem to like the skater prom style skirt so found this on ASOS

m.asos.com/little-mistress-plus/little-mistress-plus-all-over-lace-top-dress-with-prom-skater-skirt/prd/8997108

TitaniasCloset · 06/02/2018 20:25

This is very different just thought I'd throw it in to shake thing up

m.asos.com/asos-curve/asos-curve-sequin-kimono-midi-dress/prd/8960071

cornishmumtobe · 06/02/2018 20:27

Ooh @TitaniasCloset I like that lacy top one

TitaniasCloset · 06/02/2018 20:28

I think if you can pay upto £70 Asos curve might be your friend. I didn't see much on simplybe this week really.

TitaniasCloset · 06/02/2018 20:29

It's different isn't it? Smile

Coulddowithanap · 06/02/2018 21:02

Boohoo are good to order from, quick delivery and free returns :)

TheMaddHugger · 08/02/2018 04:07

@Imnotposhjustquaint I seen this video and thought of you. The second dress is very flattering and comes in multiple different colours