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Help! How do I style this for a “cocktail” dress code

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ForSaleChesterDraws · 08/07/2023 19:40

I have this navy jumpsuit that I need to style for an event that has a “cocktail” dress code. I’m a 14/16 and 43.

I have some hot pink heels that I want to wear (I struggle with heals and they fit me).

Are statement necklaces naff? I was thinking of something chunky that had something that dangles towards my chest. Or am I best wearing big earrings? I don’t want to look like I am on Loose Women IYKWIM.

Help! How do I style this for a “cocktail” dress code
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Persiana · 08/07/2023 19:52

I'm not a fan of colourful statement necklaces. Or earrings. I would wear gold jewelry and the pink heels- that will be enough to be dressed appropriately for this dress code

ForSaleChesterDraws · 08/07/2023 19:53

I wear silver/ white gold rather than yellow. Would you go chunky earrings or necklace? I think both would be overkill

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Piemam · 08/07/2023 20:26

I would say chunky necklace if you got some cleavage or earrings if you got short hair. Got both? (Like me!) Then try the ensemble all together and pick which ever makes you feel badasssss.

Knackerelli · 08/07/2023 21:05

Love the jumpsuit! Where’s it from?

tobee · 08/07/2023 21:29

Knackerelli · 08/07/2023 21:05

Love the jumpsuit! Where’s it from?

This!!!

EllaMenopee · 08/07/2023 21:30

Also love to know where it's from!

declutteringmymind · 08/07/2023 21:31

Some layered bangles and very shiny hair.

Or go to town with a Smokey eye?

ForSaleChesterDraws · 08/07/2023 21:31

tobee · 08/07/2023 21:29

This!!!

Whistles (via Vinted). I really like their jumpsuits. They fit really well.

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Knackerelli · 08/07/2023 21:41

Thank you! You’re going to look fab. Have a great time!

DimeStoreHooker · 08/07/2023 21:49

That jumpsuit and pink high heels sound excellent.

If that were me I'd wear my pearl baroque earrings, eyeliner and try to make my hair as swishy as possible.

Sounds lovely though, have fun

Britinme · 08/07/2023 21:59

What about a nice decorative belt? That or a chunky necklace to pick up the colour of the heels. It's gorgeous but I think it needs something decorative to break it up a little.

FeelingwearyFeeelingsmall · 09/07/2023 00:04

The pink heels sound great and will do a lot of the heavy lifting when it comes to making it look smart enough.

I'm not a fan of statement necklaces but I guess if it's got a lot of bling it will lift the jumpsuit from daywear to evening wear.

Do you wear make up - a red lipstick would look great with this.

TizerorFizz · 09/07/2023 00:51

I think interesting earrings first. Not so obvious necklace. Just gold links are popular right now or layers of smaller necklaces with charms. Decent clutch bag.

Frumpypigskin · 09/07/2023 08:01

Looks lovely - can I ask the name of the jumpsuit so I can see if there's another one for sale anywhere? it's just what I've been looking for. I need a jumpsuit with a sleeve and they're quite hard to find at the moment. Thank you!

ForSaleChesterDraws · 09/07/2023 08:11

Frumpypigskin · 09/07/2023 08:01

Looks lovely - can I ask the name of the jumpsuit so I can see if there's another one for sale anywhere? it's just what I've been looking for. I need a jumpsuit with a sleeve and they're quite hard to find at the moment. Thank you!

It’s the Buena jumpsuit.

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Frumpypigskin · 09/07/2023 08:18

Thank you! no joy on finding it so far, but will keep looking. I hope you have a great time

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