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Could you give me your opinion on this party tunic please?

26 replies

ShadyGrove · 06/12/2013 13:12

I would wear it with black leggings and black heeled boots:www.mandco.com/petite-tops/petite-sequin-and-bead-tunic/invt/1937529black?ref=searchresult

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working3jobs · 06/12/2013 16:57

I like it, I don't like the leggings/court shoe combo the model has on though!

ironmansmum · 06/12/2013 19:23

Link not working?

working3jobs · 06/12/2013 21:49

I copied and pasted it :)

ShadyGrove · 07/12/2013 07:29

okay here we go
www.mandco.com/petite-tops/petite-sequin-and-bead-tunic/invt/1937529black?ref=searchresult

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magicstars · 07/12/2013 07:36

What size/ age are you? I can it imagine it could look frumpy on someone with curves. Not sure how keen on it I for a younger person either. Ideal for a tall, slim woman in her 50's + IMO.

magicstars · 07/12/2013 07:38

...just seen it's petite, so discount the tall comment!

ShadyGrove · 07/12/2013 17:32

I'm not tall or in my 50's. I'm short, slim but curvy, just turned 40 but look about 34. I was going to wear it with thick black leggings and boots like this: www.amazon.co.uk/Hush-Puppies-Hereford-Leather-H26116000-womens/dp/B004N61FR4
Is it a rubbish outfit?

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polyhymnia · 07/12/2013 17:49

Just my personal opinion, but I think the 'embellishment' at the bottom looks rather cheap and tacky.

Also don't think it looks very youthful. You could do better.

ShadyGrove · 07/12/2013 18:10

Please please please help me I'm clueless!!!! I don't want anything expensive as I never go out and I don't want to show my arms. Otherwise I'd go for this: www.coast-stores.com/kelly-beaded-top/tops/coast/fcp-product/2244594335

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ggirl · 07/12/2013 18:14

is it long enough to wear with thick tights instead?

ShadyGrove · 07/12/2013 18:20

I haven't received it yet but I doubt it because it is from the petite section. Also, I won't wear anything above the knee.

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Pinupgirl · 07/12/2013 18:27

Those boots do not go with that top at all! Far too clumpy. You need shoe boots or a court shoe.

ShadyGrove · 07/12/2013 19:25

I'm clearly a lost case. I wish I had said no to the party Xmas Sad

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FiscalCliffRocksThisTown · 07/12/2013 19:32

It is a bit similar to my party outfit, and I love it (obv!)

It is casual, comfy, a bit modern and glam all in one.

My outfit is from mintvelvet, their leggings are thick, almost trouserlike quality. I will wear with black ankle boots probably.

mobile.mintvelvet.co.uk/black-sequin-placket-blouse/tops/mint-v/fcp-product/3486

ShadyGrove · 07/12/2013 19:36

I absolutely love that top but I don't want to show my arms.

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FiscalCliffRocksThisTown · 07/12/2013 19:36

My boots:

www.invito.com/s/dames/dames-invito-laarzen-enkellaarsjes-enkellaarsjes-zwart-07281728

I think wearing tough boots balances the pretty pretty look and gives it an edge.

Go go go OP!

FiscalCliffRocksThisTown · 07/12/2013 19:38

The mintvelvet stuff is for tall people, IMO, so stick with your original choice.

Just wanted to say I am likeminded style wise , at 41

ShadyGrove · 07/12/2013 21:07

I do like your boots!!

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Pinupgirl · 07/12/2013 21:30

Sorry but I think that clumpy boots like that are no good for a night out. They are great with casual everyday dresses as yes they do add a certain edge but not for a party night out. You need something more elegant imo.

HandragsNGladbags · 07/12/2013 22:39

I think it is lovely! Would go nice with some ankle wedge boots.

ShadyGrove · 08/12/2013 10:32

I love the sound of ankle wedge Wink! Any in particular?

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HandragsNGladbags · 08/12/2013 21:51

his type of thing?

HandragsNGladbags · 08/12/2013 21:51

*this sorry!

Financeprincess · 08/12/2013 22:53

Don't get the M and Co top. It looks like an apology with sleeves and the glitter around the bottom says, "I want to disappear into the background but here is my half arsed concession to partying"

Why don't you want to show your arms? You are only 40 and slim. Don't tell us that your arms are covered with swastika tattoos? (Joke)

Don't buy the hooves either (sorry handrags).

The mint velvet top is nice.

polyhymnia · 08/12/2013 22:57

Sorry, have to agree still on M and Co top. It is exactly the sort of thing my MIL would have worn in the 80s.