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Be honest about this dress please...

98 replies

LadyofWaffle · 19/09/2007 21:36

www.topshop.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/ProductDisplay?catalogId=19551&storeId=12556&categoryId=67 931&parentcategoryrn=42344&productId=406941&langId=-1 - it is for a school reunion, we are going out to a nightclub but I want to wear something other than jeans + nice top. I am at the moment a size 16/18, but know topshop will be a small 16 so will lose weight, so will look abit different from my profile pic. I saw someone my size in strapless, and though it looked flattering but am not totally sure whether I'll look ok in it... please advise me style gurus!

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NDPIsProbablyGoingToHell · 19/09/2007 22:15

is it possible to dress up a cable knit jumper ?

FluffyMummy123 · 19/09/2007 22:15

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smeeinit · 19/09/2007 22:15

quootie,put some fake tan on your legs and dont hide yourself away,you are 21. the
fact that you are a size 16 is fab and shouldnt be hiden away. 16 is a normal size for women. wear what you want to wear.
if you want to wear the green dress and you will feel great in it then wear it!

oliveoil · 19/09/2007 22:16

that is nice but you may boil in a club

am going now

zzzzzzzzzzzz

Jackstini · 19/09/2007 22:16

Too hot for a club though QP?
Legs not out in decades.....?? You are only 21 love!

Quootiepie · 19/09/2007 22:16

Oo, I like that one cod, but just seen low scoop back... I know you can get bras with a see through back but someimes they look odd. Can you get those things from Oli in shops? Think your right about the satin/silky effect.

FluffyMummy123 · 19/09/2007 22:17

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Quootiepie · 19/09/2007 22:18

Na, you probably couldn't dress it up... I am just getting desperate Thanks for all your help those off to bed x

JackieNo · 19/09/2007 22:18

How about this?

JackieNo · 19/09/2007 22:19

Or maybe this one? As long as it wasn't too tight over the stomach area.

fishie · 19/09/2007 22:19

is this event at christmas? i do not think you can wear the original choice, too flimsy. cod's one was v good for providing a bit more substance, although typical french connection, double price and half size. you want to be looking good not worrying about skimpy fabric.

Quootiepie · 19/09/2007 22:24

Not sure about the 2nd Jackie, may be a little hot. I do like the first one though I think i'll have to go for a whole day to Reading or something and try tons on, it's hard to know online I guess. Yup, event is in December but it is at a nightclub so will be pretty hot, will just need a jacket or something when outside.

JackieNo · 19/09/2007 22:26

Yes - go and have a mass trying on session. And DO try on things you wouldn't normally consider - partly because it can be fun, but also because you can find styles you never thought would suit you, actually do, iyswim. Do you have a Blunt Friend you can take with you? Always good.

Quootiepie · 19/09/2007 22:29

oooo www.oli.co.uk/Web/main/productdisplay.asp?An=673&A=23R836%5F24&N=426+4294967158&Nao=96&Au=P%5FMaster Item&Nu=P%5FMasterItem&Ns=P%5FColour%7C0%7C%7CP%5FSize%7C0 I really like that, and it's pretty reasonable.

JackieNo · 19/09/2007 22:30

That's nice .

Quootiepie · 19/09/2007 22:30

No, not really... I need a blunt friend. My sister is very fashionable, but is so totally used to dressing her tiny frame. Maybe I'll drag her anyway, she always looks great

JackieNo · 19/09/2007 22:32

As long as she won't be afraid to tell you if something isn't flattering, that's the main thing. Though someone who can suggest things for you to try on would also be good.

Quootiepie · 19/09/2007 22:32

I really like this [[http://www.oli.co.uk/Web/main/productdisplay.asp?An=673&A=43W329%5F8&N=426+4294967158&Nao=96&Au=P% 5FMasterItem&Nu=P%5FMasterItem&Ns=P%5FColour%7C0%7C%7CP%5FSize%7C0}} but I don't think all the tape in the world would keep me in!

Quootiepie · 19/09/2007 22:32

www.oli.co.uk/Web/main/productdisplay.asp?An=673&A=43W329%5F8&N=426+4294967158&Nao=96&Au=P%5FMasterI tem&Nu=P%5FMasterItem&Ns=P%5FColour%7C0%7C%7CP%5FSize%7C0

JackieNo · 19/09/2007 22:33

Yes, you're right - only for those whose norks can survive unsupported, too, I suspect.

Jackstini · 19/09/2007 22:36

Yes that looks good for Christmas time QP Agree a big trying on session is a good idea. Would come with you with my honest head on if I didn't live 3 hours away!!

Quootiepie · 19/09/2007 22:37

and this www.oli.co.uk/Web/main/productdisplay.asp?An=673&A=20T729%5F12&N=426+4294967158&Nao=192&Au=P%5FMaste rItem&Nu=P%5FMasterItem&Ns=P%5FColour%7C0%7C%7CP%5FSize%7C0

that Oli place is pretty good.

Bewilderbeast · 19/09/2007 23:08

love that Oli dress it's gorgeous and sexy

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