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Show me the dresses you're wearing this summer

252 replies

Time2b33 · 31/05/2021 20:09

I need to invest in some summer dresses to wear with white trainers or flat leather sandals.

Early 40s, size 12-14.

Pictures and links all gratefully received Smile

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Ellieboolou33 · 31/05/2021 21:56

@AnnaBegins this dress is lovely! What are the sizing like? I've never ordered from Apricot before but I love this dress.

PrincessWatermelon · 31/05/2021 22:06

@Anotherlovelybitofsquirrel I'm a small size 10 and 5'3. The small is great for me - maybe even generous? Don't know about the other sizes!

AllOptionsAreOnTheTable · 31/05/2021 22:14

[quote Elsabet]@AgentProvocateur love that dress. I have never purchased from Mango, what is the sizing like?[/quote]
Yes, I want to know too, that dress is lovely! Not in the UK at the mo, and it's available in L but I think that might be a 12. Does anyone know?

LunaNorth · 31/05/2021 22:17

L is a 12. They do a size guide thing that you put your measurements into and it recommends a size.

ImbarbaraB · 31/05/2021 22:21

I’ve just ordered the mango dress!

Feeling hopeful - I’m a short size 12 late 30’s who hasn’t worn a dress for years and desperately trying to find something in cotton that’s comfy whilst being flattering of a c section tummy

Fingers crossed!

MissSmiley · 31/05/2021 22:26

www.roman.co.uk/tiered-black-midi-dr-14118908?istCompanyId=2c7d42bf-c86e-4126-852a-34976c2accf2&istFeedId=2671bd7b-958a-4180-b178-22e89d93d179&istItemId=iapplirma&istBid=t&gclid=EAIaIQobChMIyaXCvO308AIVmO7tCh3rMgSKEAQYCiABEgJejPD_BwE

I bought this one today, it's much longer on me, mid calf, I'm 5' 3" but not maxi, it's very flattering especially in the boob area, I'm 32FF

starsinyourpies · 31/05/2021 22:28

www.hush-uk.com/sleeveless-shirt-dress-khaki-green/002278-2012.html

It's lovely.

Ickythefirebobby · 31/05/2021 22:31

@ElizabethinherGermanGarden

I have this one - wore it for the first time yesterday and felt great. Am 44 and a 'generous' size 14. Photos look good too, surprisingly, although am not posting actual photos of me.
Gorgeous dress.
RampantIvy · 31/05/2021 22:32

I have the green floral midi dress

AllOptionsAreOnTheTable · 31/05/2021 22:33

@LunaNorth

L is a 12. They do a size guide thing that you put your measurements into and it recommends a size.
Thank you. I'm in between a 12 and a 14 so it might be a bit small Sad
Carrotsoupispoo · 31/05/2021 22:36

This one

www.superdry.com/womens/dresses/details/184269/ameera-maxi-dress-navy

Looks really nice on and very skimming...

AllOptionsAreOnTheTable · 31/05/2021 22:38

Am also thinking about this:

www.oliverbonas.com/fashion/floral-print-green-midi-dress-330348

It's so pretty in the flesh.

AllTheUsernamesAreAlreadyTaken · 31/05/2021 22:38

www.warehousefashion.com/maxi-dress-in-cotton-with-frill/AWW00918-2.html?color=152

I bought this last month and wore it today. I don’t think I’ll be able to wear it again until next summer because I’m 21 weeks pregnant and my boobs are getting out of control.

RunnerDown · 31/05/2021 22:39

@Yourownpersonaljesus
That nobody’s child dress is lovely . Sad that it’s sold out in my size

Salanda · 31/05/2021 22:39

Just posted this on the maxi/midi dress thread - recently bought this : www.sezane.com/en/product/mae-dress/garden-blue#size-6

Mrsmophead · 31/05/2021 22:49

@Oly4 that M&S dress is absolutely beautiful. What is the sizing like in it?

Time2b33 · 31/05/2021 22:55

Some great options on here!

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Yourownpersonaljesus · 31/05/2021 22:57

@RunnerDown they have it on their own website in more sizes:
www.nobodyschild.com/clothing/dresses/lenzing-tm-ecovero-tm-black-and-white-daisy-felicia-frill-midi-dress.html
Also have it in different colours/prints if you look at all of their dresses.

AgentProvocateur · 31/05/2021 22:57

I got a L, only because there wasn’t a M. I’m 5 ft 1, and apple shaped and usually a 12 or 14. It’s floor length, but I just hoik the elasticated bit up a bit to make it shorter. It’s VERY thin cotton, but I’m living in UAE at the moment so lots of heat and no wind. It looks literally dries in 10 mins.

Judystilldreamsofhorses · 31/05/2021 23:00

@RemusLupinsBiggestGroupie I really love that Arket dress - do you mind me asking how tall you are? (I prefer a mid-calf length and am 5ft 6.)

AllTheUsernamesAreAlreadyTaken · 01/06/2021 06:47

[quote Salanda]Just posted this on the maxi/midi dress thread - recently bought this : www.sezane.com/en/product/mae-dress/garden-blue#size-6[/quote]
In my fantasy world I have floor to ceiling windows and a balcony in my bedroom and a wardrobe packed full of sezane clothes

Buckingafout · 01/06/2021 06:59

I've just bought that weird fish one too! Thanks @mareofbeasttown!

IToldYouIWasFreaky · 01/06/2021 07:15

This Button front dress from H&M. It's longer than I'd usually wear but I love the leg coverage. It's nicely shaped around the top and the belt gives shape too.