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Style of dress to hide a large Belly.

6 replies

Proudofeveryone · 26/07/2022 08:51

I'm going to a funeral (Mil) and need a dress.
I'm a size 18. 5ft tall. Small bust but lobsided due to breast cancer.
Prefer a knee length.
How do I hide my tummy or should I just wear the tightest shape wear I can get on.

OP posts:
Chewbecca · 26/07/2022 08:53

Trousers and a top are often easier to wear if you're uncomfortable with your middle.
Sorry for your loss.

Maddogsandtoplessenglishmen · 26/07/2022 08:57

Wear something slightly loose if it makes you more comfortable. Shapewear can be good, but can also be uncomfortable which is the last thing you need for a funeral.

I have a big stomach (pcos) and A line or fit and flare type dresses work for me.

TheLoftHatch · 26/07/2022 08:59

I have several variations of this dress. I'm 5ft 1 and a size 18 too and I often get told these dresses are very slimming on me. They do it also in a dark navy which might be more suitable for a funeral. If you prefer black, you can dye it.

I wear the dresses with smart wedges or (less formally), sparkly flip flops.

Style of dress to hide a large Belly.
Maddogsandtoplessenglishmen · 26/07/2022 08:59

Sorry pressed post too soon, but I agree with the above post, trousers and a top can feel more flattering.

And I am sorry for your loss, ultimately wear something that makes you comfortable so you aren't thinking about your clothes all the time so you can concentrate of saying your goodbyes/supporting family members/holding yourself together etc

GettingStuffed · 26/07/2022 12:40

Sorry for your loss, I went to my FiL's funeral last week. Interesting neckline draws attention upwards

Rina66 · 27/07/2022 06:05

I think cocoon shape is always good, narrow shoulders, narrow hem and it just flares around the tummy area - this dress in the black crepe is a classic and 37.5 inches long, which would be knee length on you

www.roman.co.uk/v-neck-cocoon-dress-14015808

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