Is this dress suitable dress for a V Fancy Afternoon Tea?

[NaiceAftTea]

And if so, how would you style it?

I'm a bit out my depth really

https://www.boden.co.uk/en-gb/amelia-cotton-maxi-dress-ivory-summer-chintz/sty-w0778-ivo]]

www.boden.co.uk/en-gb/amelia-cotton-maxi-dress-ivory-summer-chintz/sty-w0778-ivo

And I agree, a denim jacket would look good.

Vejas are really bloody uncomfortable

I think there are two camps on vejas - it must depend on one’s feet.

OP, you are now officially an influencer I bought the green version with the 20% discount code after seeing your photo last night. I wouldn't have bought it based on the company model.

These Ralph Lauren sandals in tan/brown would be PERFECT with it. Heel is a nice height too.

www.yoox.com/lt/17028597VB/item

The Ritz is really casual for women

Sezane have some lovely sandals this season

www.sezane.com/en/collection/shoes/sandals

I can't FIND ANY NICE BOOTS so no chance I'll be wandering around in them

Fairfax and favour - explorer boots in tan.

@Sisisimone oh wow, they really do. I'd buy every pair if I could.

There's some lovely ones isn't there SwimmingOnEggshells. I love these clogs as well

You look fab @NaiceAftTea
It's the perfect dress. It's been following me around the internet and I'm so pleased to see it on someone and looking amazing!
Have a lovely day, it'll be fantastic
Those sézane clogs @Sisisimone 😍😍😍
I want them ......... 😩

That dress looks amazing on you OP, fits better than on the model. You don’t look anywhere near a size 20. Love the mulberry too, you’ll have a brilliant time.

it’s too casual for london
^ does this poster think all Londoners wander around in top hats and tails....?!

[quote Sisisimone]Sezane have some lovely sandals this season

www.sezane.com/en/collection/shoes/sandals[/quote]
Well done for costing us all a fortune @Sisisimone 🙄🙄🙄🤣 I’d never have seen those if it wasn’t for you!
Have you bought shoes from them before? What’s the comfort level like if you have? Do they take much wearing in? 😊
I’ve been looking for a new gold occasion sandal and those Alix’s are calling my name 🤣

@ShirleyPhallus

That dress looks amazing on you OP, fits better than on the model. You don’t look anywhere near a size 20. Love the mulberry too, you’ll have a brilliant time.

it’s too casual for london
^ does this poster think all Londoners wander around in top hats and tails....?!

@ShirleyPhallus I laughed at that one too! Imagine they all did wander round in tails 🤣 that would be great! Some people also said it’s a beach dress 🤔 I’d love to witness the beaches that they go to 🤣

You look magnificent in that dress. I think it's perfect for you and for a warm day in London. Have a fabulous time.

I had tea in Fortnums and people were wearing jeans. The Langham is also nice.
Gorgeous dress.

Gosh thank you all for lovely comments and well wishes.

I'm full of the warm fuzzies .

I'm now on the hunt for:

Seventies Sunnies
Strappy sandals
Veja (but also considering Air and Grace)
Layering necklaces
Statement earrings
Naice handbag
Canvas bag to tote shoes around in

Such BAD INFLUENCES

You sound like a woman after mine own heart!

(I’m so lusting after a bag in that beautiful green. Maybe that can go on my wish list for 2023 - already got purchases planned for 2021 and 2022...)

Am coming back to this thread to say that dress looks great on you OP.
I agree with pp that black shoes won’t go with this. Espadrilles or tan or gold sandals would look nice IMO.

I have no clue about accessories and the like. But you look lovely.

I've recently lost 7 stone as,well. Its hard. You don't know what suits anymore. You are so frightened to wear different clothes .

You look wonderful.

The dress looks excellent on you OP!

You definitely shouldn't wear a cardigan with it. I think I would wear a very thin thermal top underneath (IE heatgen) in style that was cut so it wouldn't show at all if you get unlucky and June is as chilly as the rest of this year has been. The sleeves will look funny in a cardi.

@Slackadder - well done too! I'm very proud of you both (I'm currently about 6 stone overweight so you're both big inspirations for me)

You looks gorgeous in the dress! Hope you have an amazing time

Another one here saying that the dress looks great. Really suits your shape

For those interested, the Amelia maxi dress is back in stock on the Boden website.