I need an evening dress/outfit

[elephantfan]

Mid 60s, 5 foot 6, a bit overweight, size16/18. I usually live in trousers, shirts, boots. (I had a nice soft jersey trousers, camisole and jacket that I wore a lot, but got too fat for it).
I have to go to an event in a couple of weeks and am losing the will to live.
There will be glamorous people there and I don't want to look like a frump. I can't wear heels because I have arthritic feet.
Any ideas gratefully accepted.
TIA

Are tough in Instagram? Go to @donald_stanley and look at the RTP (Ready To Post) section on her home page. There are a couple of spectacular sparkly gowns in the discounted section - I'm awaiting a black "Palais" dress arriving for a ball. You can also order any to be made bespoke on the website donaldstanley.co.uk/ but I use the RTP for discounts and speed of delivery (same week).

What would you ideally like to wear?
A fancy dress, smart jumpsuit?
What's your fave colours and patterns?

I am not on instagram - not very good with much tech unfortunately.

I prefer something simple and streamlined, not frilled or flounced. Definitely some coverage for upper arms.
Colours, grey, navy, burgundy, grape, silver accessories/jewellery.
I loved my trouser outfit, but I was a size 12 ten years ago and I gave it away after trying unsuccessfully to lose the weight.

www.boohoo.com/plus-off-the-shoulder-wrap-midi-dress/PZZ65493.html?color=104

www.boohoo.com/plus-lace-chiffon-pleated-midi-dress/PZZ08459.html?color=105

www.boohoo.com/plus-kimono-sleeve-wrap-over-midi-dress/PZZ80284.html?color=105

www.boohoo.com/plus-wrap-front-midi-dress/PZZ66855.html?color=148

www.simplybe.co.uk/shop/c/fashion/suits-and-separates

Thank you for those links. I will have a look.
DH is annoyingly parading around in his evening suit that he has had for 40 years. It still fits perfectly. It is so much easier for men.

What about something like this? They also have beautiful silver drop earrings. You could dress it up with a silver belt.
Then try Boden for beautiful fancy flat shoes (they have lots in at the moment that are gold, silver or velvet.
www.thewhitecompany.com/uk/Sheer-Sleeve-Belted-Shirt-Dress/p/TICHD?swatch=Black

I always think a jumpsuit looks great especially if you are taller as you are. I'm the same height and have several navy ones with long sleeves. Depending on your budget I would look at Joseph Ribkoff, Hobbs or Phase 8.

Also, depending on budget, the Fold have absolutely beautiful dresses in structured fabric that could make you feel amazing

www.ambrosewilson.com/shop/product/details/tapToZoom.action

How glam is it? Do you have to go full sparkly full length gown or can you build something stylish around a pair of wide leg satin trousers?

www.ambrosewilson.com/shop/joanna-hope-wide-leg-satin-trouser/lo747/product/details/show.action?pdBoUid=5011&optionColour=Black&pdpClick=true

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I love the second link from hocus pocus