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What to wear to autumn wedding?

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Kazzawazzawo0 · 29/08/2015 16:04

I've posted before, but can't find the thread anymore and am still looking for something to wear, so sorry if you posted on my original thread.

I'm invited to a wedding at the end of October. I have no idea what to wear! I have a very small budget. I'm 5 feet 7, size 14, can't wear anything waisted, have a 34g chest, 34 inch waist, long legs, Brown hair and eyes, tend to wear dark turquoise or greens or blues, darkish reds, grey, black and white patterned .. Tend to stick to low neckline, either scoop or cowl, possibly v.

I've no shoes or bag either. I've been looking on eBay due to my low budget.

Any suggestions?

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ChristineDePisan · 30/08/2015 16:27

Not the most exciting but would be a generally useful dress to have, I think

Kazzawazzawo0 · 30/08/2015 16:29

I think I'd look 70 in that, sorry Blush

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ChristineDePisan · 30/08/2015 16:31

I agree, that Phase 8 one is overpriced

How about colour blocks or this?

Kazzawazzawo0 · 30/08/2015 16:32

Not keen on the colour blocks, and the necklines are way too high, not flattering on me at all Sad

I'm never going to find anything, am I?

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polyhymnia · 30/08/2015 16:36

I'm sorry I think the M and S pink one is hideous and the other nice but not weddingy. So far the Phase Eight ones have been much the best for the occasion IMO.

ICanSeeForMiles · 30/08/2015 16:36

How about looking on eBay? Try searching for a brand you know the sizing and can be dressy. I have bought loads of dresses on there for occasions for cheap as chips, Ted Baker, Ultimo, Phase Eight etc.

ChristineDePisan · 30/08/2015 16:36

Navy and green chevron body con

polyhymnia · 30/08/2015 16:39

Definitely nothing from M and S Classic collection either - that really is depressing. I don't see myself ever being old enough for it!
Sorry, OP, what was the thing you didn't like about the first (ie the affordable ) Phase Eight one?

ChristineDePisan · 30/08/2015 16:39

Good with black accessories

ChristineDePisan · 30/08/2015 16:45

Phase 8 with cowl neck

Kazzawazzawo0 · 30/08/2015 16:49

Poly, do you mean the green one? I didn't like the colour - too bright a green, prefer darker - and I think the neckline might be too high, but would have to try on ...

Yes I've been looking on Ebay, but there is always the risk they won't fit ... However, it is where I buy most of my clothes.

Necklines still too high on both dresses Sad

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Kazzawazzawo0 · 30/08/2015 16:50

Christine, I saw that one on Ebay Smile I like the cut, but can't wear lilac or purple ....

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Kazzawazzawo0 · 30/08/2015 16:52

How about this?

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ChristineDePisan · 30/08/2015 17:02

that last ebay one looks good Smile. You can wear it with black accessories (though will need some kind of cover up for your arms)

Kazzawazzawo0 · 30/08/2015 17:05

This one?

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polyhymnia · 31/08/2015 00:04

I really like that one.

coffeenut · 31/08/2015 05:10

Definitely that last one - I really haven't liked any of the others (although the black DP one you linked to wasn't too bad but maybe not for a wedding).

burnishedsilver · 31/08/2015 08:43

You are very specific about what you want. The 3 dresses that you already own are essentially the same dress in 3 different colours/fabrics. I suspect that what you are looking for is a fourth dress that is the same again I really think you should try something new. Go into a shop with an open mind and try on all kinds of shapes. If you really want the same shape again just wear your favourite dress and spend the money on getting your hair and nails done.

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