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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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KedsAndTubeSocks · 03/02/2020 20:12

@EmmaJR1 that's exactly what I mean! I'll look through the lindybop website. Thanks

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KedsAndTubeSocks · 03/02/2020 20:26

I've ordered the Wallis blue dress and the coast dark red jumpsuit. The tux jumpsuit is out of stock online in my size, so I may have to look for that in person if neither of the other two suit. I'll also look at the Lindy Bop website tomorrow.
Thanks for all the suggestions, you lot are amazing! I'll update you soon.

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OhTheTastyNuts · 03/02/2020 20:37

Yumi dresses are nice (this one is also available in red)

www.yumi.co.uk/green-japanese-crane-print-skater-dress/

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KedsAndTubeSocks · 04/02/2020 15:32

I have also ordered 6 dresses from Lindy hop!

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Goawayquickly · 04/02/2020 15:37

No hat, if you wear a jump suit then a funky little faux fur jacket could look great. Wallis do have some nice dresses right now. crossbody bag or clutch. It’s cold, you need winter clothes.
Shoes, I live in boots or flip flops like you and shoes get on my nerves.

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justaweeone · 04/02/2020 20:47

Fingers crossed for you!

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KedsAndTubeSocks · 07/02/2020 09:30

The first one is here and I love it. What do you think? I think the grey socks really complete the outfit. Grin
@justaweeone thanks for the suggestion.

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pangolina · 07/02/2020 10:45

That looks great on you! How do you feel in it?

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KedsAndTubeSocks · 07/02/2020 12:03

It feels great. Not sure about my upper arms.

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KedsAndTubeSocks · 07/02/2020 12:38

they're all here! I'm childishly excited. Grin

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KedsAndTubeSocks · 07/02/2020 12:40

Votes please!

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KedsAndTubeSocks · 07/02/2020 12:41

Beaded Lindy Bop one

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KedsAndTubeSocks · 07/02/2020 12:42

Long purple Lindy Bop one

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KedsAndTubeSocks · 07/02/2020 12:44

I like the blue Wallis one, but I think it's too big for me. What do you think?

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Cao77 · 07/02/2020 12:48

Personally I think the jumpsuit looks great on you Smile

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Colette · 07/02/2020 13:26

Jumpsuit looks great on you:-)

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ChidiAnagonye · 07/02/2020 13:55

Jumpsuit!

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KedsAndTubeSocks · 07/02/2020 14:12

So the jumpsuit is popular then? Grin

I've already arranged an exchange of the blue Wallis dress for a smaller size, because I'm optimistic I'll have loads of opportunities to wear a posh frock this year. Hmm

Will you please help me accessorise the jumpsuit for a wedding? I need shoes, jacket, jewelry? Anything else?

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jay55 · 07/02/2020 14:22

The jumpsuit really is flattering on you.

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SunsetYorks · 07/02/2020 14:35

Jumpsuit looks amazing

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KedsAndTubeSocks · 07/02/2020 14:35

I like the lace bolero @Cao77, but those shoes would definitely win me a trip to A&E!

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KedsAndTubeSocks · 07/02/2020 14:36

These are the shoes I already have; are any of these suitable?

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Cao77 · 07/02/2020 14:39

I'd go with the black open toe small block heel or possibly the black wedges 😉👍

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