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Wedding guest help please

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KedsAndTubeSocks · 03/02/2020 14:39

Could someone please help me find an outfit for a wedding in a couple of weeks? I usually wear jeans, and don't like dressing up, but would really like to make an effort for this occasion.
I'm 5' 8", probably a 14 on top and 12 for trousers. I have broad shoulders, small boobs and no waistline. I will probably need dress, wrap, shoes, maybe bag. Shoes are always a bit of a problem. I'm middle-aged, so nothing too short please.
Budget - don't really know. I begrudge spending too much on something which will only be worn once.
Any suggestions please?

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EmmaJR1 · 03/02/2020 16:49

Is this the sort of thing you were meaning when you said about print on the skirt?

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Thisismynewname123 · 03/02/2020 16:59

I'm following your post because I'm also looking for a wedding outfit, although I think our shapes are styles are totally different, so it's not really helping!

However, shoes, I've gone through so many uncomfortable formal shoes, and realised that I have to stick with a block heel to be able to dance. I also have narrow ankles, so always need a strap. What about these?
Clarks

I've found very comfortable sandals in River Island in the past, but they don't seem to have anything particularly appropriate at the moment.

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justaweeone · 03/02/2020 17:08

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Which of the jumpsuit es do you like? Then we can try and find a blazer and shoes

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KedsAndTubeSocks · 03/02/2020 17:32

I like this one

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KedsAndTubeSocks · 03/02/2020 17:35

And the blue dress if you think it's posh enough for a wedding and the jigsaw tux jumpsuit which I can't post a picture of.

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KedsAndTubeSocks · 03/02/2020 18:19

Yes, that one, someone posted it upthread.

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justaweeone · 03/02/2020 18:27

The dress with the correct accessories would be fab
Not school teacher at all! I work in a high school and there is a distinct lack of dresses like thisGrin

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KedsAndTubeSocks · 03/02/2020 18:34

Hhmmm not sure about the jacket. Definitely not in black. Maybe grey.

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justaweeone · 03/02/2020 18:39
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KedsAndTubeSocks · 03/02/2020 18:56

What could I wear apart from a faux fur jacket or blazer? Is that it really?

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KedsAndTubeSocks · 03/02/2020 19:42

Thanks I'm leaning towards a blazer. I should be able to choose one I would wear again.

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KedsAndTubeSocks · 03/02/2020 19:50

@EmmaJR1 no, not quite like that. Unfortunately, I can't really describe what I mean. Maybe the same shape of dress, but the fabric might have a skyline along the bottom, with witches flying above that, then clouds above that, etc. I've only ever seen that style at weddings, and I suspect the ones I saw came from the same place. I should have asked at the time. Usually matched with Irregular Choice shoes!

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KedsAndTubeSocks · 03/02/2020 19:51

Don't get hung up on the skyline & witches, it could be anything!

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EmmaJR1 · 03/02/2020 20:01
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EmmaJR1 · 03/02/2020 20:02

I know the look you mean. Lindybop is a good place to start.

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Nanna50 · 03/02/2020 20:02

The phase eight jumpsuits are lovely, And now I’m going to have to order another one to add to my collection. Grin However they are usually long in the leg @KedsAndTubeSocks and if you can’t wear heels you may need to leave time to take them up but could then wear whatever you want on your feet.

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Nanna50 · 03/02/2020 20:08

I have worn a duster type jacket with a jumpsuit for a wedding, it was matching but doesn’t have to be.

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