Help please - black tie

[Magicmonster]

I have started a new job and need to go to a black tie ball in a couple of months. I just know everyone will be very glamorous and I don’t even know where to start. Can anyone help me find a dress? I am a size 14-16, 5ft 8-9, curvy. Budget probably around £250ish. Thanks in advance!

John Lewis is always a good place to start - some ideas … I have an older version of the Phase Eight tape lace one, it’s fantastic, flattering and completely non-crease if you have to travel

@Magicmonster you do know there is a Style & Beauty board on MN? That’s where this type of request usually goes. (Also, if you scroll through you’ll find countless ‘black tie’ threads, which may be helpful.)

https://www.mumsnet.com/talk/style_and_beauty

Thanks so much both of you. I’ll take a look at those links tonight and also check the style and beauty board