Is this appropriate for a wedding?

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This dress. I really like the front of it, and I have one of their dresses already, so I know they fit me. But is the backless thing too OTT for a wedding??

Unfortunately I have a tattoo on my lower back and I think it might show, in which case I wouldn’t wear the dress anyway. But if it doesn’t, what’s the general opinion of backless dresses for weddings?

It's lovely from the front but the deep back and high split at the back aren't great. Do you need a bra?

That’s my other worry. I’m only a B cup, but I always, always wear a bra. I’d need to get some kind of backless one to wear. I couldn’t ever go without. I’d just feel naked!

I love a backless dress. Unfortunately I have. I hope of going braless. Don't you want to show off your back tattoo? Not sure how it wouldn't be appropriate as backless wedding dresses are now very common.

IWould yes, backless wedding dresses are, aren’t they? But still thought I’d get the general consensus. Can’t really picture any of my friends wearing one, so maybe that’s what makes me wonder.

As for the tattoo, no. My ex used to jokingly call it my tramp stamp, and it’s not particularly dainty. If I had the money, I’d probably get it removed to be honest.

I think it's gorgeous. If I ever had a prayer of going out in public braless, I would totally go backless.

It’s gorgeous! Perfectly appropriate!

Love the front. Not keen on the back for a wedding.

It's perfect for a wedding. You'll look great.

It's a lovely dress!

As above - frint is lovely, but I don't like the back.
I suppose no-one would know, with the right jacket ? But that sort of defeats the point

Fab dress :) you’ll need a jacket of some kind for the ceremony but yes, I think it’s appropriate for a wedding as long as you cover up a bit in the day (especially if it’s a church service)

I do have a little cream, cropped, collarless blazer I thought I could wear for the service. But it might even be too short and leave a gap.

I hate when I find something otherwise perfect, only to find they’ve added some unnecessary twist!

It's a lovely dress but braless would put me off as well. A vest/camisole in the right colour and fabric could look like part of the dress and make it cover more. Maybe a satin camisole?

You really cannot put anything under it unless you want to look like your grandmother who has told you to wrap up warm! Either wear it as it is or ditch it. It’s dated in my view. Too short for 2018.

I think it’s too difficult to wear. I bet the back gapes. Will you be tanned? Pale skin won’t do it any favours either. There are loads of ultra fashionable dresses out now. The most fashionable are waisted and have a swishy skirt to below the knee. Feminine and perfect for a wedding. Job done.

It’s really lovely, love the colours, but I am large of boob and couldn’t cope with the bank. My first thought was take it to a dressmaker/Tailor and get them to put a panel of grey lace in the back.

Good idea Paperdoll! I might struggle to match it up, but I will definitely look into that. Thanks!

I've got a dress which is similarly demure from front but "here's my bra!" from the back.
I wore it without a bra but never really felt comfortable in it.

Backless dresses are everywhere where I am, especially for weddings and formal events, and only the most conservative type of person would think twice about a split like that or a backless dress (at the weddings that I've attended anyway). I don't really love that dress though tbh (sorry). The colours (especially the stripes of colour) and style are a bit blah, BUT if you know this style really suits you then go for it!

I think it is a very pretty dress, but am not fond of the backless element. It is currently -2 outside, and all I can think of is Brrr!

You would need something to cover up if it is a chilly day anyway.

I think you’ll have better luck matching than you’d think, a professional will know what they’re doing.

However if I didn’t need to wear a bra, I would wear this backless to a wedding. I would try and find a light grey or pink cropped blazer to go over the top for the day though. Smarten it up and better in the cold.

Love it

I’ve ordered it anyway. Will let you know how it is tomorrow.

I think the dress is beautiful. What time of year is the wedding? Are you likely to wear a jacket? Shall?

Either way, gorgeous dress. Go for it!

Go for it. Love the back. I can’t see what the problem would be. Wear these things while you can is my advice!