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Be honest, is this ok for a semi-formal event?

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WilburIsSomePig · 29/05/2018 20:23

www.silkfred.com/boutiques/girl-in-mind/clothing/megan-short-sleeve-culotte-jumpsuit-cobalt

I do NOT want to spend a lot of money. Small, size 14 with big norks, 51, light auburn hair. Too young for me? (I hate that I'm even asking that ...)

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RJnomore1 · 29/05/2018 20:24

Oh no I think that's beautiful and you would look great in it.

Twinklyfaerieglade · 29/05/2018 20:27

TBH you need to try it on. Everything looks different on me to how I imagine it (sometimes am pleasantly surprised)
In theory great cut and colour for you. Definitely not too young!

WilburIsSomePig · 29/05/2018 20:27

I love the colour. I never wear colours, always blacks, greys, khakis etc so I would never normally pick something like that.

What jewellery? Gold or silver? And shoes?

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DarkestBeforeDawn · 29/05/2018 20:28

It's gorgeous and a bit different and I love the colour. How tall are you though? If you're short the leg length may be too long.

motheroreily · 29/05/2018 20:29

I love it! The colour is so vibrant and the shape is nice.

I agree you need to try it on though to see if it suits you

WilburIsSomePig · 29/05/2018 20:32

I am short, 5'3". That model looks quite short too? Maybe I could have it altered?

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CountFosco · 29/05/2018 20:47

I am fed up of everyone recommending jumpsuits for everything but I do think that is really lovely and agree it looks like it might be good for someone petite. Tey it!

CountFosco · 29/05/2018 20:48

Try it

twinkledag · 29/05/2018 20:50

It's gorgeous, I ordered it myself for an event bur it never arrived in time so I had to cancel the order.

Liz38 · 29/05/2018 20:53

Damn you! I really want that too now! It's a glorious colour. I'm very short so would be interesting to see how it works but I'd wear it to work with a camisole underneath.

MrsSnitch · 29/05/2018 20:54

As a fellow shortarse I actually think a bit longer would be more flattering: on the model it’s at a v unflattering length on the calf. In any event a straight hem trouser is very easy to take up if need be. I really like it!

WilburIsSomePig · 29/05/2018 20:59

I've ordered it! I've heard that delivery is a bit slow Twinkle but I don't need it for another month so hopefully not that slow!

What colour shoes?

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twinkledag · 30/05/2018 08:29

Metallic shoes?

Loonoon · 30/05/2018 08:51

It's absolutely gorgeous. I think it would be fine for a semi-formal event as long as you accessorise well. Heels and 'done' hair and make up will dress it up nicely.

Babybearsporij · 30/05/2018 09:54

That's absolutely beautiful. Go for it OP. I'd go metallic on the accessories, either silver or gold, depending if you're warm or cool toned.

CutesyUserName · 30/05/2018 11:02

Showing size 14 as sold out, so hope you got it in time. It's lovely. Wish I had a flatter stomach to be able to wear it.

dontcallmelen · 30/05/2018 13:35

It’s lovely, I would go for silver shoes etc or if you are feeling bold, maybe a burnt orange.

WilburIsSomePig · 30/05/2018 13:39

I've got some sandals, would they be OK. I don't really want to buy another pair of silver ones if I can help it. I'm not sure what my colouring is I'm a bit clueless! I'm Scottish which means I'm a bit pale, though will be having a spray tan before the event.

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sonjadog · 30/05/2018 17:07

I think it is really nice. Let us know how it turns out when you get it!

WilburIsSomePig · 30/05/2018 17:14

Will do Sonja, thanks. 😊

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twinkledag · 30/05/2018 17:18

Hot pink peep toes would go well with it too!

MindBodyChocolate · 30/05/2018 19:14

Looks lovely. I love a jumpsuit! The only thing I’d be wary of is whether it has any stretch... jumpsuits in non stretchy fabric can sometimes look a bit ‘pulled’ if they don’t fit perfectly. Hope it looks good on.

WilburIsSomePig · 02/06/2018 13:05

Well it arrived this morning and .. I absolutely LOVE it.

Pros - Gorgeous colour and the fit and length perfect. It does have stretch (thank God!). Tried it on with gold sparkly sandals and it looked really nice. Fantastic for what I want it for.

Cons - it's not 'a' class quality I suppose but what I would expect for the price and after some of the tat I've received from Mint Velvet and Cos recently I'm quite impressed.

V happy!

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sonjadog · 02/06/2018 13:16

Glad it was nice in real life! Enjoy your event!

BusterGonad · 02/06/2018 14:09

It looks gorgeous

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