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Opinions on this dress please?

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JofraArchersFastestBall · 12/03/2022 16:29

Hello, I bought this Ghost dress on Vinted to wear to a wedding. I've not worn a dress for a few years, and I've put on a bit of weight (and had two children) - and I just don't know what suits me any more.

I'm a size 12/14 and 5ft11. The dress is a large, do you think it's too big? It was a bargain, and I do love the fabric so I was considering having it taken in. Do you think that would work? Or is the shape just wrong?

Thank you!

Opinions on this dress please?
Opinions on this dress please?
Opinions on this dress please?
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JofraArchersFastestBall · 18/03/2022 17:45

Thanks guys, I think the consensus is the first dress is nice enough but nothing special. I'm going to get it taken in a bit and wear it with trainers or sandals in the summer.

I've tried on a few more things and a slightly bonkers jumpsuit from tk maxx seems to be the most popular! I'll try it with decent shoes etc, but I think I'm leaning towards that one if I'm brave enough.

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BasiliskStare · 18/03/2022 18:08

I think the jumpsuit looks great on you & I think the colours are fabulous. I think the other dresses are nice but for a wedding I think the jumpsuit would be lovely & I think given its glamour you could wear flat heels with it if that suited you & a nice little bag.

BringMeTea · 18/03/2022 18:12

JUMPSUIT! Your dh knows nuffink... Grin

Blossomtoes · 18/03/2022 18:21

There’s nothing remotely bonkers about that jumpsuit. It’s dressy and stylish.

Byeeefornow · 18/03/2022 19:28

When’s the wedding? Can you post some more pics on here when you have it on on the day with shoes, hair, make up etc? Would be lovely to see you looking fab!

JofraArchersFastestBall · 18/03/2022 19:54

@Byeeefornow

When’s the wedding? Can you post some more pics on here when you have it on on the day with shoes, hair, make up etc? Would be lovely to see you looking fab!
Not until May, sorry! I got a bit over excited , it's been so long since I've been to a wedding! I'll remember to check back in with a photo though.
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Sarcobaleno · 19/03/2022 08:03

You look great in the jumpsuit! Pair of heels and it will be perfect! Go for it!

MerylSqueak · 19/03/2022 08:59

@JofraArchersFastestBall could you post a link to the black dress you posted please? It's just the right shape for me and I want to inspect it further. Looks good on you but not formal enough for a wedding.

JofraArchersFastestBall · 19/03/2022 09:31

@MerylSqueak it's this M&S Ghost one https://www.marksandspencer.com/printed-v-neck-angel-sleeve-midi-tea-dress/p/clp60512185?color=BLACKMIX&prevPage=srp&extid=afSub%20NetworkssSkimlinks------AWIN-mss----788888&svcampaignnid=78888&svtax1=affiliate&svvtax3=Skimlinks&svtax4=cosmopolitan.co.uk&svvaffiliateid=78888&awc=140221647681984_160e784a7578c600837979c5b803105b

Last season, sorry, but there are some on eBay. This one came from Vinted for about £6! It's nicely cut - and the pattern/colour seem to really disguise lumps and bumps!

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MerylSqueak · 19/03/2022 09:46

Thank you. I'm so fed up of floral print. It's nice to see something different.

PoxyAndIKnowIt · 19/03/2022 12:38

I got the M&S Ghost shell dress on ebay!

Can confirm its very flattering Smile

MerylSqueak · 19/03/2022 13:40

Im wondering if it has space for 32g chest. Any ideas? Sorry for hijack op

IamEarthymama · 19/03/2022 15:16

Wow, that jumpsuit looks incredible on you.
The dresses are nice for everyday but the jumpsuit has OOMPH!

Please come back with pictures on the day, so we can see your shoes 👠 👡

JofraArchersFastestBall · 19/03/2022 16:28

@MerylSqueak

Im wondering if it has space for 32g chest. Any ideas? Sorry for hijack op
My one doesn't - but it's a 10 and I'm a 12, so it's a bit of a squeeze all over! If you get your proper size I think there would be room for a more ample chest.
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Snooks1971 · 19/03/2022 17:21

OP you look utterly amazing in the jumpsuit - and that’s with no shoes or accessories even! You owe your sister!

MerylSqueak · 19/03/2022 18:37

thank you @JofraArchersFastestBall

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