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What do you think of this dress for a garden wedding, late 40s bride

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FortunesFave · 08/02/2022 21:57

After years of putting it off for one reason or another, we've decided we'd better get married. Been together 20 years and feel slightly embarrased about a wedding because I'm extremely introverted.

We've decided to have a celebrant in our garden. We live in Australia and September is the month we've chosen because I'm about to turn 50 then.

I don't want to wear white or cream as I'm very pale and they just don't look good. We're only going to be having about 15 guests...very relaxed, a caterer and a bar....I want something lovely but not short or anything that shows any chest as my chest is very red due to broken veins...I also suit high necks as have a small chest and shoulders. I like this...any thoughts or other suggestions please? Must have SOME sleeve and high neck. Thanks!
frockandfrill.com/collections/dresses/products/mina-floral-embellished-maxi-dress?variant=39600978591806

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YellowAndGreenToBeSeen · 08/02/2022 22:00

It’s very very pretty. But… I don’t think navy is a tad dark for a September garden wedding. I get you don’t want white but maybe a softer colour? If you did want bold (and I do really like it!) maybe similar to your choice but in green? Or a cornflower blue? Copper etc?

All that said, it’s a beautiful dress!

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FortunesFave · 08/02/2022 22:00

I'm 5.6 and a size 12. Pale with dark hair. Flattish chest and pear shaped. Don't like my upper arms.

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LizzieMacQueen · 08/02/2022 22:00

I cannot see from that what material has been used. But it's very pretty.

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FortunesFave · 08/02/2022 22:02

@YellowAndGreenToBeSeen

It’s very very pretty. But… I don’t think navy is a tad dark for a September garden wedding. I get you don’t want white but maybe a softer colour? If you did want bold (and I do really like it!) maybe similar to your choice but in green? Or a cornflower blue? Copper etc?

All that said, it’s a beautiful dress!

I absolutely don't think I would look at all good in a pale colour and never wear them. I should have said but planning on an evening wedding...about 6.00 ceremony. Don't want anything to go on all day etc. I know what you're saying about navy but because I never wear pale colours, I just think I'd feel weird wearing them just because I'm getting married. September is spring but it's not hot.
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YellowAndGreenToBeSeen · 08/02/2022 22:02

(Don’t know if you get them Down Under but look at Needle and Thread - very similar vibe)

AtrociousCircumstance · 08/02/2022 22:02

I think it’s absolutely gorgeous.

JustGiveMeTwoMinutes · 08/02/2022 22:03

That is a beautiful dress, absolutely gorgeous

StCharlotte · 08/02/2022 22:03

I think it's perfect. What will you do with your hair?

Crunched · 08/02/2022 22:03

Wow! I think that dress is gorgeous.

YellowAndGreenToBeSeen · 08/02/2022 22:03

Oh, I didn’t mean pale - cornflower is a strong blue and I was thinking more emerald than sea foam!

ShavingTheBadger · 08/02/2022 22:03

I think it’s perfect. I’m introverted (and flat chested!) and a couple of months older than you. My signature colour is navy and I’m a gardener - Rey tempted to order this for a wedding I’m going to in June!

TiredMamaBear · 08/02/2022 22:03

What a stunning dress!!! Love it!!

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FortunesFave · 08/02/2022 22:03

@LizzieMacQueen

I cannot see from that what material has been used. But it's very pretty.
Probably viscose at that price? Some sort of netty chiffon over a lighter man made fabric.
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IsadoraQuagmire · 08/02/2022 22:04

I think that dress is beautiful!

Hoolihan · 08/02/2022 22:04

It's really beautiful. Congratulations, I hope you have a wonderful wedding!

TolkiensFallow · 08/02/2022 22:05

I think it’s gorgeous and you will look fabulous, it’s your wedding so just be you!

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FortunesFave · 08/02/2022 22:05

Oh I'm glad everyone seems to think it's lovely! I'm not the best at choosing things really....I thought it was celebratory looking but also wearable. I still feel a bit Blush at the idea of getting married! After 20 years it almost seems a bit daft! There's always been something getting in the way...

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FortunesFave · 08/02/2022 22:06

@StCharlotte

I think it's perfect. What will you do with your hair?
I have long hair and always wear it up so I'll probably have it up in a big loose bun with a few curls. Can anyone advise on earrings? What should I wear with such a busy dress?
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LazyMareofEastown · 08/02/2022 22:09

Absolutely gorgeous dress OP and sounds like it will really suit you.

I think the colourful embroidery really lifts the navy and stops it coming across as overly dark.

Congratulations 💜

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FortunesFave · 08/02/2022 22:15

Well I've ordered it! Thanks everyone for all your help! I actually feel a bit excited now!

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gingerhills · 08/02/2022 22:17

It's beautiful. A perfect wedding dress if you are going for non-trad.

AtrociousCircumstance · 08/02/2022 22:17

I think you can get away with long dangly delicate earrings which pick up the colours of the dress embellishments!

Ooh exciting Grin

NashvilleQueen · 08/02/2022 22:18

I completely love it. It's beautiful

Rainallnight · 08/02/2022 22:21

I really, really love it. Congratulations on your wedding and your gorgeous dress!

ElleGB · 08/02/2022 22:21

That dress is stunning

I hope you have a wonderful day! Don’t feel silly, enjoy every minute x