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Dress for wedding guest

42 replies

unrsnblyannoyd · 26/02/2023 14:56

www.yoursclothing.co.uk/yours-london-curve-forest-green-lace-pleated-bridesmaid-maxi-dress-p

I know it's in the bridesmaid section - is this too dressy for a wedding guest? Late spring hotel wedding.

OP posts:
heldinadream · 26/02/2023 14:58

Personally I think it's fine, and a lovely dress. It's not really much of a bridesmaidy colour so I think it works. Gorgeous colour, I love green. ❤️

PicaK · 26/02/2023 15:00

I'm 50. I think it's lovely.
Ages of people giving opinions are very relevant I think.

Wtf2023 · 26/02/2023 15:01

It’s a beautiful dress, very elegant and suitable for a wedding guest. Lovely colour for a spring wedding. I bet you will look fabulous

unrsnblyannoyd · 26/02/2023 15:01

Thank you, I'm mid-thirties rapidly approaching forty with a little one so don't want to worry about things riding up or down!

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GeekyThings · 26/02/2023 15:03

It is a bit bridesmaid looking, which isn't so much of a problem if they wedding bridesmaids aren't dressed in green and/or a similar style; but I think it's a bit too dressy for a wedding guest. You would wear that to a ball, not a wedding.

Cosyblankets · 26/02/2023 15:08

It's nice. Go for it

Dobbyismyabsolutefav · 26/02/2023 15:09

Lovely dress.

Englishash · 26/02/2023 15:11

Beautiful. Elegant and classy. You'll
Look a million dollars in this. Gorgeous colour.

LookItsMeAgain · 26/02/2023 15:22

What size are you @unrsnblyannoyd ?

For your age I hate to say it but I think that dress will look like you've borrowed something to wear from someone much older than you. I love the colour but I am not gone on the dress. The lace looks like it is the scratchy type.

thaisweetchill · 26/02/2023 15:23

Gorgeous dress. Definitely perfect for wedding guest.

Perdita40 · 26/02/2023 15:23

Really lovely for a wedding Smile

FT123456 · 26/02/2023 15:25

That's absolutely fine as a wedding guest dress, looks lovely

Ohdearnotagain76 · 26/02/2023 15:27

Lovely dress, just check the bridesmaid's aren't in green. It's not too dressy. Just make sure you don't make yourself look to old by going for court shoes or anything

DuplicateUserName · 26/02/2023 15:31

It's lovely and I'd never in a million years say it's a bridesmaid dress. I'm surprised they're advertising it as one.

AxolotlEars · 26/02/2023 15:43

Lovely....I am sure you will look fab!

sweeneytoddsrazor · 26/02/2023 15:46

Its a gorgeous dress. Those who think its to old for OP what age would you say it was aimed at?

AnnoyedFromSlough · 26/02/2023 15:46

I think it would be perfect for a wedding guest - but maybe check in with the bride first, just to make sure she's ok with the style and colour.

KimberleyClark · 26/02/2023 15:48

I love it. It’s not too bridesmaid.

Fizzingmad · 26/02/2023 15:50

Really lovely for a wedding, doesn’t look like a bridesmaid dress at all imo.

catgirl1976 · 26/02/2023 15:50

Lovely dress. Perfect.

LookItsMeAgain · 26/02/2023 15:54

sweeneytoddsrazor · 26/02/2023 15:46

Its a gorgeous dress. Those who think its to old for OP what age would you say it was aimed at?

I think I'm the only person who has said that I think the dress is for an older woman. I'm not sure what it is about the style but I think it is an ageing style (could be the lace with the skirt being pleated). I wish I could explain and put into words why I think this way.

If the OP likes it and she's happy with it, it shouldn't matter what any of us thinks.

LookItsMeAgain · 26/02/2023 15:59

Personal opinion - I think this dress would be more in keeping with the OP's age:
www.coastfashion.com/plus-size-embroidered-midi-dress/ACC95299-8.html?color=572

unrsnblyannoyd · 26/02/2023 15:59

Thanks all, was thinking of some strappy sandals with a medium or kitten heel. Size 20-22 but carry it everywhere so don't look as big if that makes sense. Am thinking a silver clutch bag or similar

OP posts:
KimberleyClark · 26/02/2023 16:07

LookItsMeAgain · 26/02/2023 15:59

Personal opinion - I think this dress would be more in keeping with the OP's age:
www.coastfashion.com/plus-size-embroidered-midi-dress/ACC95299-8.html?color=572

I think that one looks more bridesmaids actually.

Guis · 26/02/2023 16:22

Lovely dress. It is only very slightly a bridesmaid look. But if you had a suitable shortish jacket or cardigan that you can later take off with it that might change it a lot.
I am afraid I don't agree that it is age inappropriate. If anything the alternative dress would be aging. Too short. And you probably want something a little more flowing ? So it is lovely and consider a short suitable jacket that you can take off if there is an evening do later.

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