Dress for black tie event

[Diorissimo1985]

I'm going to a black tie dinner (military ball so drinks/dinner/reels) and I need a dress to make my post-baby body look as fabulous as possible (tough brief).

DD is 4 months and it will be my first proper night out! I really need something structured or at least will hold in my wobbly tummy. I'm about 5ft4 and size 12/14 at the moment, and want my arms covered. Perhaps a v neckline as at least boobs are decent!

Budget approx £150.... any ideas ladies?

Oh and has to be full length!

Anyone?

You'd look fab in 3/4 sleeves, v-neck, empire waist dress, covers multitude of sins . Will look around and report back...

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Or something like this?

Oh gawd.... didn't see the back of the dress I just posted, disregard it ;-(

there would definitely be a boob or two on the loose with that back!! Thanks for the idea though hahaha!!!!

What about something like this with shape wear? Most evening gowns won't hold anything in so shape wear and a forgiving cut are the way to go. www.johnlewis.com/studio-8-opal-dress-berry/p3401370

Have a look for some Bridget Jones knickers. 😁

www.debenhams.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/prod_10701_10001_63411+L7287D2A_-1

www.debenhams.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/prod_10701_10001_008010410943_-1

www.debenhams.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/prod_10701_10001_61252+275819_-1- seems to be available in several colours.

www.debenhams.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/prod_10701_10001_61252+275194_-1 - slight variation in bodice and shoulders.

Issa at house of Fraser

What about this one: here
or this

Thanks all but I'm definitely looking for sleeves - 3/4 length probably

I’m not sure about the colour but what about this;
www.houseoffraser.co.uk/women/js-collections-v-neck-gown/d852408.pd#281402392

Just to get more of an idea of what you’re looking for.

Also, does it need to be full length?

Or this (would be dreadful on me but if you have good legs might work)
www.houseoffraser.co.uk/women/lauren-ralph-lauren-long-sleeve-matallic-knitted-gown/d816375.pd#281427952

Thanks! I quite like it but wonder if I need more structure - less floaty if you see what I mean? Also I need a strong colour as im ghostly pale!
Thanks for your help though

The Ralph Lauren gown is gorgeous

uk.monsoon.co.uk/view/product/uk_catalog/mon_1,mon_1.2/4439136108

uk.monsoon.co.uk/view/product/uk_catalog/mon_20/4439106110

uk.monsoon.co.uk/view/product/uk_catalog/mon_20/4439110110

www.chichiclothing.com/products/Chi-Chi-Elenah-Dress.html

I like that first monsoon one the best. Very pretty!

TKMaxx is always my first port of call. If you have a store near you, you can order loads online and return to store. So cheap too, which is an advantage if your shape might change, and leaves some money left over to have them altered if needed. Some examples - but do browse for more;
www.tkmaxx.com/uk/en/women/occasionwear/occasion-dresses/evening-dresses/navy-lace-peplum-dress/p/30199036

www.tkmaxx.com/uk/en/women/occasionwear/occasion-dresses/black-lace-gown/p/30273472

www.tkmaxx.com/uk/en/women/occasionwear/occasion-dresses/evening-dresses/black-cowl-neck-beaded-gown/p/30229972

www.tkmaxx.com/uk/en/women/occasionwear/occasion-dresses/party-dresses/navy-lace-maxi-dress+jacket/p/30114516

How about this?
It's been difficult finding 3/4 sleeve and v neck plus suitable for slightly shorter height and I wouldn't ordinarily choose black but I think it looks nice...
www.johnlewis.com/gina-bacconi-mona-sweetheart-maxi-dress-black/p3330679

www.next.co.uk/gl02524s1

www.next.co.uk/gl02764s6