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Please help me find a work Xmas party dress

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PrincessFlirtyPants · 02/12/2013 23:12

Pretty please?

My work is having their Xmas 'do this Friday. In the morning we have to attend a company meeting and then we are going out for lunch and then evening drinks.

I'm drawing a blank and can't seem to think of what to wear that is suitable for a corporate meeting but nice for an evening too.

I'm a size 10-12 5'7 and I'm a bit tummy conscious so nothing that is going to be too figure hugging

Thanks Smile

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Valdeeves · 02/12/2013 23:21

Have you been to Sainsburys ? They had a nice blue dress in there

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PrincessFlirtyPants · 02/12/2013 23:25

Is this the one Valdeeves?

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PrincessFlirtyPants · 02/12/2013 23:25

no link last time, duh!

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smellylittleorange · 02/12/2013 23:27

this would be nice with a blazer

or this

Think Blazer over dress is the answer ! You could always cover up any sparkly /lacy bits at neck with a scarf !

smellylittleorange · 02/12/2013 23:30

better £

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PrincessFlirtyPants · 02/12/2013 23:33

The lace dress in Mango is lovely, but they don't have a 12 and Mango can be quite small. Sad

Thank you for looking though. Smile

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PrincessFlirtyPants · 02/12/2013 23:33

Sorry, I agree that blazer over dress is the key.

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PrincessFlirtyPants · 02/12/2013 23:35

I quite liked this but they didn't have it in my size.

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smellylittleorange · 02/12/2013 23:38

What is your budget? what colours do you like? Sleeves?

How would you describe your preferred gong out style??

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PrincessFlirtyPants · 02/12/2013 23:41

Up to about £100-£150. Sleeves if its a loose material.

Covered up, demure, classic. boring

I'm an hourglass figure with 34E chest so anything too clingy or low cut makes me feel a bit uncomfortable

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smellylittleorange · 02/12/2013 23:44

Laura Ashley Anmal Print

big Damsel print dress

smellylittleorange · 02/12/2013 23:47

Purple?

smellylittleorange · 03/12/2013 00:06

very demure?

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PrincessFlirtyPants · 03/12/2013 00:11

Oh that last one is lovely. Very demure, I might go to House of Fraser to try it on tomorrow. Thank you v.much smellylittleorange

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smellylittleorange · 03/12/2013 00:20

Oh good - yes I love that dress but not in my size Sad

Eastpoint · 03/12/2013 06:57

I'm looking at these with interest as I've found dresses to be a nightmare this winter - not very helpful I know. Everything seems to have a round neck which just seems to make my breasts seem shelflike.

cantthinkofagoodone · 03/12/2013 07:06

I'm on my phone so can't link but asos has a gorgeous jumpsuit with a crossback. Blazer & sparkly accessories could work

Pinupgirl · 03/12/2013 10:22

That Phase eight dress would be dreadful on someone with a large bust-will make you look 3 sizes bigger.

Have a look at the Pretty dress company or Deadly is the female-they have lovely fitted dresses than would look amazing with a blazer by day and then a statement necklace for night.

CockBollocks · 03/12/2013 13:53

dress

I bought this for my xmas do, posted it here a few days ago. It is really lovely and very tummy flattering. Asos do next day delivery as well.

CockBollocks · 03/12/2013 13:55

BTW, I'm a 14 and also 34E chest. I have to be careful with high necks like some of the links because they make me look huge.

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PrincessFlirtyPants · 03/12/2013 19:21

That dress is lovely cockbollocks but I really not like velvet, sorry. You are right though, I tried the dress on from Phase Eight and I looked very busty.

The search continues...

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coolkat · 03/12/2013 20:10

I really like this ted baker one - www.tedbaker.com/uk/Womens/Clothing/Dresses/IZZIE-Oil-painting-dress-Black/p/107408-00-BLACK

With a blazer - I tried and am similar size and have regretted not getting!

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