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Smart sun dresses

19 replies

Pandora79 · 21/05/2018 17:49

Hi

With the warm weather, I have been looking for some sun dresses. But all the ones I have found have been too casual for what I want them for. Its for things like neighbours weekend bbqs. Everyone is casual clothes, but still look smart-ish and put together. I look like i have thrown on the nearest item of clothes.

I cant seem to pull off that casual, but done look. So any help wpuld be welcomed. I am a size 14 if that makes a difference. Because of my shape (big boobs and bum and smallish waist) i like fairly fitted clothes as i feel i look slimmer in them.

Thanks in advance.

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silverpenguin · 21/05/2018 22:27

Maybe try Joanie? I have picked up a couple of nice sundresses there in the past which are smart casual.

This one: joanieclothing.com/product/sunday-floral-stripe-sun-dress-blue/

Or this one:
joanieclothing.com/product/harriet-bardot-stripe-sun-dress-muted-clay-pink/

MsAdorabelleDearheartVonLipwig · 21/05/2018 22:38

Next do a nice range of smart summer dresses and they’re very reasonable.

MessyMeTarr · 21/05/2018 22:38

emilyandfin.co.uk

Or

Www.sugarhillbrighton.com

Or

palava.co

LoniceraJaponica · 21/05/2018 22:47

I love the Joanie website. I have never heard of them before.

junebirthdaygirl · 21/05/2018 23:01

I saw beautiful sundresses in Monsoon at the weekend. Probably a bit expensive but worth it .

Ollivander84 · 22/05/2018 01:20

Dorothy Perkins. I'm a top heavy 14/16 and got this, it covers a full bra as well and the straps tie so adjustable
https://m.dorothyperkins.com/en/dpuk/product/dresses-5699972/tall-dresses-204374/tall-navy-heart-tie-sweetheart-dress-7570778

I have a photo of it on me if it helps! And they have others in which look good too

Monty27 · 22/05/2018 04:28

Bravasimmo cater for all shapes and not massively pricey but good quality

Pandora79 · 22/05/2018 04:45

Thank you all so much! Loads to look at. I really appreciate it.

LoniceraJaponica could i see the photo? Can you see your bra through it? On the photo, it looks like you might be able to.

Thanks again!

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EssentialHummus · 22/05/2018 05:28

Monsoon/Accessorize?

EssentialHummus · 22/05/2018 05:33

global.accessorize.com/en-gr/view/product/global_catalog/acc_23,acc_23.3/4976160352

I have a similar size,bust and bum to you and this has been very flattering!

LoniceraJaponica · 22/05/2018 06:40

Not me Pandora
I love that Dorothy Perkins dress.

Ollivander84 · 22/05/2018 08:55

Nope not at all

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macnab · 22/05/2018 12:00

I bought this in TKMaxx

It's lovely on and being 100% is nice and soft/light. Intend to wear it with these gold sandals.

onemanwentto · 22/05/2018 12:46

You need linen! I have at least 3 linen sleeveless dresses in a few different colours.
They look smart/casual but very cool.
I’m also a 14 and the material skims lumps and bumps and is very flattering.

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onemanwentto · 22/05/2018 12:47

Skims any lumps and bumps.

Pandora79 · 22/05/2018 12:51

Thank you.

And sorry for the mix up of names. ollivander its stunning on!

Thank you all. Time for some shopping! Yay!

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Magpiemagpie · 22/05/2018 13:09

Joe Browns do some lovely fitted / wrap style summer dresses

EleanorLavish · 22/05/2018 13:31

Olivander that’s so nice on you! How tall are you may I ask?

Ollivander84 · 22/05/2018 13:45

I'm 5ft 9 and a bit!

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