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Cocktail dress needed for work do

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Polkapjs · 17/01/2019 13:23

Sales meeting. I’m in a panic. I’m way heavier than last year and posted the same last year but find me a dress. Cheap but flattering on my now 14/16 short pear shaped figure but with a mummy tummy too?
Got this last year and it was ok but I’m another size up again now Blush

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Polkapjs · 17/01/2019 13:24

Pic not posting..?? Black lace long sleeves
Shape the same but another size up
Any ideas how I can go under the radar whilst not looking too chubby?

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Polkapjs · 17/01/2019 13:51

My post is terribly worded sorry. I have an evening work event and dreading it. Very unhappy in myself but continually sabotaging with chocolate
I now need a dress to make me feel acceptable - size 16 probably. Maybe 14.
Bought the fabled phase 8 one but not nice on me at all.
I need something for a short end tubby figure. Big bum and hips - got a waist but also got a tummy
34D boobs
Please help me find something sub £50 and flattering. Will wear once

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Polkapjs · 17/01/2019 18:14

The green won’t work on me with my lumps I don’t think. Any more for any more?

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RockingMyFiftiesNot · 17/01/2019 18:20

TK Maxx is always my starting point for those sorts of dresses

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Polkapjs · 17/01/2019 18:47

I was going to try there too - I like the lak if choice

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Polkapjs · 17/01/2019 21:48

Lack Hmm

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ElspethFlashman · 17/01/2019 22:47

One tip I discovered on here at Xmas with all the Christmas party threads - always check Wallis.

Always!

tubspreciousthings · 18/01/2019 01:07

I love Scarlett and Jo dresses - they're quite forgiving of any lumps and bumps.

Lots to choose from - I like this https://www.scarlettandjo.com/products/dippy-hem-gauged-shoulder-maxi-dress?variant=9670319669295

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Polkapjs · 18/01/2019 14:08

I’ve bought one at TK Maxx but it’s so not forgiving. Bought some shaping vests / camisoles to try with it but it may go back

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Polkapjs · 18/01/2019 14:10

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Cocktail dress needed for work do
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Polkapjs · 18/01/2019 14:20

Or this. Good Tip re Wallis

Cocktail dress needed for work do
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Polkapjs · 19/01/2019 18:10

Are either of these ok?! Help me please!

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RockingMyFiftiesNot · 22/01/2019 12:21

Hope not too late. Both are perfect for the kind of do you are going to. Select the one you feel most comfortable in

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