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Short, size 16/18 and skint please shop for me!

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RightOnTheEdge · 12/06/2018 09:59

I am going to a wedding night do next weekend. I've got no outfit, no shoes and no clue!

I am 5ft 2 size 16/18 and think supermarket/high street kind of budget.

Please help me find something!

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BigFatBloomers · 12/06/2018 10:13

What sort of colours do you like?
Dodrthy Perkins is always good for reasonably priced dresses This one is currently in the sale for £7!
What shoe size are you? Are you sure you don’t have any you could wear? How about a bag?

BigFatBloomers · 12/06/2018 10:22

This one from Asda is similar and as your 5’2”, it would be a good length on you.

BigFatBloomers · 12/06/2018 10:32

I like this one from New Look.

BigFatBloomers · 12/06/2018 10:33

Of course another option would be charity shops. You can get great smart clothes as people often get rid of them after only a few wears.
I got a great silk dress for a wedding party from one.

RightOnTheEdge · 12/06/2018 19:08

Hi, thank you for your replies.
I'm not sure on style really or colour. My hair is darkish red if that helps with colour.

I feel a bit lost with my style lately. I hate my size and I was 41 recently. I don't know what to wear to go 'out out' so I don't look frumpy and also so I don't look like I'm trying to be a 20yr old again.

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RavenLG · 12/06/2018 19:25

How about this?
www.everything5pounds.com/en/Striped-Hi-Lo-Skater-Dress/p/632505?q=:styleFacet:UK%2018

there is only 1 left in an 18.

There are a few good options on there imo and I'm a size 20 and have ordered a few things, often been good sizing.

RightOnTheEdge · 12/06/2018 20:04

Thanks they are really nice. I wondered about skater or vintage style because an advert for Elsie's Attic came up.
Maybe the flared skirt would help hide my dumpy legs?

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RightOnTheEdge · 12/06/2018 20:11

Although the Elsie's Attic ones are quite bright maybe more daytime? and not too cheap

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ShopoholicIn · 12/06/2018 21:49

RightOnTheEdge
Good but its more black .. would it be appropriate for wedding.

BigFatBloomers · 13/06/2018 00:10

This one might be a bit more weddingy and good for your colouring, I should think

BigFatBloomers · 13/06/2018 00:14

Or this one is very pretty and a flattering shape.

goose1964 · 13/06/2018 11:36

this is £22 www.lindybop.co.uk/amber-silver-occasion-swing-dress.html

RightOnTheEdge · 13/06/2018 11:43

They are all lovely thanks for helping Smile
I'm only going to the night party not the daytime stuff. I think I keep looking at black to try and hide myself a bit.
I need to try and have a bit more confidence!

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BigFatBloomers · 13/06/2018 14:39

This navy lace one is nice and might be a good compromise instead of black.

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