Opinions needed on this 'Christmas' dress please

[worrisomeone]

I am 37, 5ft 7, slim size 10/12 and really like the look of this dress www.joules.com/en-GB/Womens-Dress/Red/M_LUSCOMBE/ProductDetail.raction for wearing over the Christmas period. Just worried it's a bit too 'Christmasy.' Would welcome some opinions. It looks lovely in the Joules catalogue on the model. My normal style is generally classic/slightly bohemian and I have shoulder length blonde hair.

Im sorry but I hate it. It looks like something a child should be wearing. Plus, even on a slim frame the pleats that start under the bust are going to make you look like your hiding a pregnancy.
Don't get me started on the pattern.
Stick to boho, way cooler

The only possible way you could get away with this is if it was layered up with a big chunky slouchy black cardi, wool tights and slouchy/ biker boots. But even that would be a close call.

Thanks for your frank response, unacceptablebehaviour. I wonder if I'm losing the fashion plot! Any other opinions welcome......

Nope, sorry. Unless you are completely flat chested it is likely to make you look like a sofa, however slim you are.

I think with your slim figure it will be lovely, although it isn't Christmassy to me - more summery! Its a pretty dress, though. What shoes would you wear with it?

I love this one though - but I suspect many people would hate it! The shape is much better.

Thanks Tinselitis. Was thinking of black opaques and black heels.

RemusLupinsBiggestGroupie, that yellow dress would really not suit my colouring (fair hair, fair skin, rosy cheeks) although I do like the style. Looks a bit summer weddingy to me.

Sorry worrisome, I was a bit harsh

Wasn't offended at all unacceptablebehaviour. I appreciate your honesty.

The roseable one is nice. As is the LBD on there.

I think the others are difficult, and you could only wear a couple of times with such a recognisable print.

I think the red dress is lovely!

If you don't want to wear it again you can sell it to me.

Thanks MrsJangleBalls. Think I might order it and give it a try.

Nope, sorry. It looks frumpy although it could be 'funked' up for daywear, but there's certainly nothing christmassy about it.

It definitely doesn't look frumpy in the Joules catalogue, although agree it does in the link provided.