Please I need some advice

[User5trillion]

I have a gala dinner work thing to go to next week and you guys are great at hunting down flattering bargains. I need a cocktail dress in a size 18, maybe a generous 16 no more than £40.

I am blonde, 5ft 5, mum tum, big boobs and hate the top of my arms. I have a fair colouring and look good in green and bright blue but dead in black. All suggestions gratefully received tia

Is this dressy enough?
Biba

Excellent recommendation!

I love that but size 16 is the largest size. Really nice mind. Thx

Sorry, I thought I had put 18 in the search bar.

A little over budget Debenhams

£44
www.lindybop.co.uk/amber-black-29814.html
Not sure if your arms will feel too exposed though

this could be dressed up with accessories, it looks slightly different depending on the colour

www.boohoo.com/boutique-zaira-full-skirted-prom-midi-dress/AZZ03564.html?color=148

another that can be dressed up or down

www.dorothyperkins.com/en/dpuk/product/dresses-5699972/plus-size-dresses-4855343/dp-curve-cobalt-jersey-maxi-dress-7495042?bi=0&ps=20

Thanks all. I love the boohoo dress in red, it would be stunning. I usually wear a v neck due to massive tits but I will order it.

The debenhams dress is lovely but a bit out there for me, would be great on the right person.

The lindybop one is great but feels very safe.

All other suggestions welcomed. Thanks you clever lot! Anyone care to help me accessorize the red dress? I have stunning black shoes.

Biba is usually quite generous in size @user5trillion - maybe try it on.

I have ordered the boohoo red dress and I found a lovely black bardot style dress, high at the front and longer at the back. Its very glamorous looking and cheap! Which is good as I never go to gala dinners.

They should arrive today. If I feel brave I might upload a photo! Thanks for all your help everyone.