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Please tell me if I am too old for this dress. I'm 42.

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YouNeedToCalmDown · 27/11/2019 23:05

littlelace.co/winslet-dress-beige-floral/

It's for a family gathering on Boxing Day in Singapore, so it will be hot.

I'm 42 and a size 12 (164cm and 64kg). I'm usually more of a loose, flowy dress wearer, so second-guessing this one, even though I love it.

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kazza446 · 27/11/2019 23:07

Not in the slightest! It’s lovely. Go for it!

BowiesJumper · 27/11/2019 23:07

Why would you be too old??
If you like it, get it. It’s lovely.

AutumnRose1 · 27/11/2019 23:09

Lovely dress

I’d never say age matters in dressing though, but seriously, 42? Of course it’s fine!

Shylo · 27/11/2019 23:09

I’m 47 and I’d wear it, it’s fabulous

Majorcollywobble · 27/11/2019 23:09

I don’t think it’s too old for you at all .
Seems very suitable for the occasion and the setting .

AutumnRose1 · 27/11/2019 23:09

And no one will step on your gown Grin

Majorcollywobble · 27/11/2019 23:10

Sorry ! You are no too old for the dress !

YouNeedToCalmDown · 27/11/2019 23:11

Oh thank you. I guess I am a bit self conscious about my upper arms and stomach area, and this dress highlights them both...

My arms are not at all toned, so tend to wear 3/4 length sleeves, but it will just be too hot.

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TheWaiting · 27/11/2019 23:12

Of course you’re not too old! It’s a lovely dress if you have the boobs for it. ie small and pert. I’m also a size 12 but boobs are quite the opposite of small and pert 😔 so it just wouldn’t suit me. It sounds perfect for what you need.

YouNeedToCalmDown · 27/11/2019 23:12

Thank you @AutumnRose1. I am certainly not too old to adore TS Smile

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TheStuffedPenguin · 28/11/2019 00:26

Oh thank you. I guess I am a bit self conscious about my upper arms and stomach area, and this dress highlights them both...

In that case you are not going to be comfortable - look again .

NiteFlights · 28/11/2019 09:53

It’s definitely not unsuitable for your age! But I think it might be unsuitable for the weather. It’s polyester and you’d have to wear a strapless bra and possibly Spanx type knickers. A loose, floaty dress that covers your perceived problem areas would be better.

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