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*STYLE GODESSES!!* Help me find my bridesmaids dresses (not traditional ones though!...)

37 replies

kittylette · 01/06/2007 21:07

I dont want anything from Debenhams ect ...

I'm having red and black,

I'd like something 50'sish, kneelength, strapless

must range for size 8 to size 18 (and suit both sizes!!- i know im asking alot)

Am open to suggestions though!

I can go with all black or all red the accsesorise with the other colour,

C'mon help me!

Oh budget is about £70 per dress

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kittylette · 01/06/2007 21:07

No, wait - I'm open to debenhams, I just meant I dont want big heavy tradional dresses IYKWIM!

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Bouquetsofdynomite · 01/06/2007 21:09

How are the various busts/bodyshapes? eg is the size 18 4'10" or 5'10"?
Sounds really cool btw, like The Pipettes.

kittylette · 01/06/2007 21:12

Hi,

one is size 18 about 5'7

other is size 12 5'6

and the other is only 10 yers old, but im just going to buy matching fress in size 8 and get it altered

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Ceolas · 01/06/2007 21:14

Unless she has very good arms, I can't think strapless is a fantastic look on a size 18.

elfsmum · 01/06/2007 21:16

Hi Kitty

try ebay - I got a beautiful gown from there for £40.00 search under the evening dresses/gowns.

good luck

kittylette · 01/06/2007 21:16

Well its November so im going to get something to go with them,

plus Im not looking to buy yet just get ideas becasue shes just had a baby (thats why shes size 18) so im sure she will be slimmer by Nov,

but im just looking to get ideas

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sleepycat · 01/06/2007 21:17

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Ceolas · 01/06/2007 21:18

nice? but not strapless

kittylette · 01/06/2007 21:19

I dont really want to go to Ebay,

its too much stress and all the dresses have to match and it will be hard to find 3 matching dresses in the right size.

plus you cant try them on!

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allthegearnoidea · 01/06/2007 21:19

Hello, in a similar situation myself! type in 'dessy group' to google, and on that website you can swap around tos and bottoms until you find perfect combos, not sure on the prices though. I've been cheeky and asked my two adult bridesmaids to either contribute to a more expensive dress or wear something a bit cheaper that we will buy, they know we are strapped for cash and have been really understanding!

kittylette · 01/06/2007 21:19

oooh!!

i like that!!

would you say its more pinkyred than red though?

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kittylette · 01/06/2007 21:20

Dessy dresses are £150 each

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kittylette · 01/06/2007 21:20

it only goes to 14 ceolas

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Ceolas · 01/06/2007 21:22

What about having them made? Not sure how that would work out cost wise?

kittylette · 01/06/2007 21:25

Ive been through all that, thats what was stressing me out, so Ive decided to just buy them from a shop!!

Its causing stress so Im putting my foot down!

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sleepycat · 01/06/2007 21:25

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kittylette · 01/06/2007 21:29

Id like them to match

im not a bridezilla - honest!

not many links flying about here gals!

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Ceolas · 01/06/2007 21:30

£80

Ceolas · 01/06/2007 21:31

wine

red and black

kittylette · 01/06/2007 21:46

i like this

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JackieNo · 01/06/2007 23:07

Coast have some lovely ones, but too expensive.

KatieMorag · 01/06/2007 23:19

if your friend who has just had a baby is breast feeding she may well still be a size 18 in november. I speak from personal experience

how does she feel about wearing strapless? especailly the styles below, with thin straps = no bra

bookthief · 01/06/2007 23:30

Too dark? No price listed though.

kittylette · 02/06/2007 09:44

I LOVE that bonbon satin one at coast - but its £160

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SueW · 02/06/2007 10:18

Dolly Dagger