Going to a ball - need help!

[Colabottle10]

Hi all,

Bit last minute but I'm off to a ball in a week and need some drastic help.

I'm 39, a size 16/18, big boobs, big hips, smaller waist.

I need a long ball gown, pref with long sleeves, and a v neck.

Shoes - I absolutely can't wear heels anymore. Well not tall ones. My knees are buggered and I can't manage them. What do I go for?

I normally wear vintage type tea or swing dresses as they seem to flatter by shape, and I wear Mary Jane court shoes (which I've since found out I shouldn't as the ankle strap makes ones legs look worse when fat!).

Budget of around £150......HELP!

I always say this have you had a look at Chichi curve? What type of ball is it? Charity/military or just a lovely night?

Not a v neck or long enough?

www.chichiclothing.com/chi-chi-curve/

Something like this! Perfect for curves!

www.bombshellhq.com/collections/moss-crepe-dresses/products/copy-of-new-bombshell-teal-evening-gown

That is beautiful mug gorgeous colour as well!

Thanks! Hadn't expected any replies tbh!

It's a hunt ball. Very, very smart.

If only the likes of ladyvlondon did long dresses!

m.asos.com/maya/maya-v-neck-maxi-tulle-dress-with-tonal-delicate-sequins/prd/9241376 or they have it in the plus range for a size 18.

m.asos.com/maya/maya-v-neck-maxi-tulle-dress-with-tonal-delicate-sequins/prd/6688812 in navy

Monsoon?

This is rather fabulous: www.debenhams.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/prod_10701_10001_61252+278660_-1

Is their dress code? Just thinking of military balls l went to with shoulders covered etc!

Shoulders covered till after dinner - hate the top of my arms hence wanting something with sleeves.

Got to be floor length. Nothing clingy (that's not a rule, that's just me!) prefer big skirts.

www.debenhams.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/prod_10701_10001_63563+2461_-1 - lovely navy option

www.debenhams.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/prod_10701_10001_63411+L10901D1A_-1 - gorgeous and risqué bodice. Out of stock, but could be worth looking elsewhere if you like it?

How about this....

www.thandth.com/gowns/alara-in-navy

Are you going to be wearing it again or is it a once outfit?

navy
pink

Just a thought, we got my maid of honour a gown in a local bridal place off the rack on a sale rail for £90. You might be surprised what you can find in bridal and prom dress type shops if you have time to pop in anywhere.

www.johnlewis.com/adrianna-papell-long-crepe-dress-plum/p3479487 - hot pink

teal

Actually there are lots of nice ones in your price bracket on the Next website - have a browse

m.wallis.co.uk/en/wluk/product/dresses-265974/maxi-dresses-266010/bronze-shimmer-maxi-dress-8082494

Saw someone in this at a ball. Long sleeves but not v neck though.

Collectif gorgeous velvet dress

and they do have it in an 18 also

Lots to look at thanks all. No pro won't be wearing it again. Shame there's nowhere local to hire.