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FGS, there must be a decent party top somewhere?!

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123Jump · 14/12/2013 15:45

I have an amazing pair of trousers from Cos n grey, and plenty of heels. But I cannot find a decent top anywhere.
Something glamorous for christmas nights out. I have been searching for weeks. Has anyone seen one?
I'm 5'8", so it needs to be a bit longer, and not high necked as I have norks. preferably under £100.
Please help!

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DaftSkunk · 15/12/2013 16:48

Fairly plain though

Similar

In blue, there is also a crimson version.

BringMeTea · 15/12/2013 17:07

I have this. I know it is high neck but I am 34F and the 12 is super flattering and fits very well indeed. Looks more dressy on. Great with skinnies.

www.sainsburys-live-well-for-less.co.uk/tu-clothing/products/women/leopard-sculpted-top/

PrimalLass · 15/12/2013 18:45

I got a couple of nice silk drapey tops in TK Maxx a few weeks ago. Otherwise, like you, I can't find much as everything is high-necked.

PrimalLass · 15/12/2013 18:47

www.tkmaxx.com/tops/dark-blue-sleeveless-top/invt/01015756?VBMST=Piazza%20Roma

This. Maybe not partyish enough though. Is a good length for with skinnies. I bought this one and another in the same colour but with black flowers.

itstheyearzero · 15/12/2013 20:24

I just got this, it's cheap and cheerful, but surprisingly flattering. Looks nice with grey skinnies www.romanoriginals.co.uk/invt/41159?colour=Grey

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CookieM0nster · 15/12/2013 21:18

I am having the same problem too - I have settled on this top in wine (I am dark haired) but I still keep looking for a 'better' option all the time Xmas Confused
www.mintvelvet.co.uk/wine-silk-panel-topmint-v/fcp-product/3698?colour=red
It looks much better 'on' than in the picture, the scoop neckline sits a little lower on me than the model, so works for my norky shape (!) The whole top is soft jersey and clings flatteringly, but then there is a silk panel at the front which is lose and conveniently hides my belly. The bottom of the top is stretchy and very adjustable so you can wear the top longer if you like. I have pewter textured Mary Portas Skinnies and a long gold necklace that is almost to my tummy button and a tuxedo jacket, so am hoping that I will look suitably smart, but I felt I really had to 'bling' it up with the necklace.
Good luck!

Laska42 · 15/12/2013 21:44

phase eight? has short sleeves though

123Jump · 16/12/2013 01:19

Thank you again for the replies. I am definitely not alone in my plight then?
I love the sequins but that colour wouldn't work. And many of the tops have chiffon/blousey style sleeves. I find these just don't work with boobs. Not on me anyway.
I've ordered this.
www.baukjen.com/uk/m/shop/baukjen/tops/sydney-print-tee-berry-print.htm
Hoping it will be ok with heels, my gorgeous trousers and nice jewellery?
This is a possibility too...
www.baukjen.com/uk/m/shop/be-inspired/get-the-party-started/harrowby-sequin-tee-gunmetal-sequin.htm
Just not sure about shiny grey top with shiny grey trousers.

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AngryFeet · 16/12/2013 01:49

I am big of nork and just got this. Yes neck is high but itis honestly very flattering! m.wallis.co.uk/mt/www.wallis.co.uk/en/wluk/product/clothing-265973/tops-265992/coral-bow-sleeve-petite-blouse-2535515?bi=1&ps=24

Walnut8 · 16/12/2013 06:51

I bought this www.warehouse.co.uk/zip-front-long-sleeve-blouse/tops-/warehouse/fcp-product/6233081877 recently. It's very flattering with black slim pants. The sleeves are in proportion! Not blousey at all.

123Jump · 16/12/2013 07:10

Walnut8 I have a very similar top to that in green from Warehouse. I love it, but it just isn't dressy enough.
Love the colour of the coral Wallis top- will take a peep in there this week.
Thanks.

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SamAndDeanSandwich · 16/12/2013 18:32

I was in Oasis today and tried this on. I was lovely. I am the same height as you and have norks. Very flattering fitted around lowere tum / hips. It says jumper, but it is not a warm sweater, gef a going out top!

SamAndDeanSandwich · 16/12/2013 18:33

*it was lovely ; although I am too of course Wink

marceline · 16/12/2013 19:09

I bought this from Desigual and will be wearing it for parties. It may look a bit casual but it's gorgeous. It's also work having a look around their whole collection, I love them!

marceline · 16/12/2013 19:13

This is lovely too. You get the idea.

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