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Are skater dresses too young / outdated?

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Thenamesnotbond · 12/07/2023 14:45

I am trying to save money and found this dress in my wardrobe. Is it too short / young and ‘5 seasons ago’ for a person in their 40s to wear to a wedding reception?
If it’s ok, any summer shoe suggestions for someone who hates sandals / toes 🤮?
TIA

Are skater dresses too young / outdated?
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KStockHERO · 12/07/2023 14:49

As a person in their 40s, you should give less of a fuck about things being "too young" or "too five seasons ago".

It looks lovely and suits your frame.

I don't have any shoe suggestions, sorry.

Hoolihan · 12/07/2023 14:53

Great legs OP! The dress is ok, not the height of fashion but it fits well, is smart and you look good in it. Footwear would need to be sandals I think or ballet flats maybe?

ToBeOrNotToBee · 12/07/2023 14:55

It looks lovely on you.

Shoes wise I'm thinking something mauve/purple to go with the dress accents and will suit your skin tone.

Istbisreally · 12/07/2023 14:57

I love it!

Hazelnuttella · 12/07/2023 14:57

It looks really good on you OP.
An espadrille wedge is the most summery closed toe shoe I can think of.

iamnottoofatiamjusttooshort · 12/07/2023 15:00

It really suits you ! Who gives a damm what season it's from
You've not wasted any more money
You look great in it and now you have a lovely event to look forward to !
What more is there 😊

Axelotl · 12/07/2023 15:01

Looks fab!

RebelR · 12/07/2023 15:05

Lovely. I have a pale pink pair of Birkenstock trainers I might be inclined to put with it. I also hate open toed shoes and refuse to be uncomfortable for anyone.

Tiredjoanna · 12/07/2023 15:08

If you don't like sandals go for espadrilles

LooseInTheCity · 12/07/2023 15:11

It really suits your figure and I don’t think it’s dated. I’ve seen lots of young women in this shape of dress this summer (London), whereas the last few years it was all midi dresses & skirts.

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Thenamesnotbond · 12/07/2023 18:37

Half to hear it’s not too dated.
Thanks for the shoe tips, I will look at espadrilles and I like the idea of pink trainers but they may not be smart enough.
Also thanks for the complements. I totally agree that I shouldn’t care now I’m in my 40s but for some reason I still struggle with fashion and would hate to be ‘mutton dressed as lamb’ 😀

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Thenamesnotbond · 12/07/2023 18:38

Glad not half!

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SummaLuvin · 12/07/2023 18:50

it doesn't feel particularly fresh and modern, and is very much the sort of dress I loved in 2012. but unless actively asked my opinion on it I wouldn't think twice about it

AmaraTamara · 12/07/2023 20:20

Peep toe would be nice (not fully open toe, just a peep) . Wedges or espadrilles would make it more dated imo.

SaccharineDream · 12/07/2023 20:36

cant see a young person wearing these. They are quite classic, i also suit knee/short rather than midi and wont be covering my legs for a long time!

itsgettingweird · 12/07/2023 20:37

Looks good on you.

I'd go for wedges with the toe front covered in.

IneedcoffeeinanIV · 12/07/2023 20:39

I think it's lovely! I'm 31 and I've worn these types of dresses since my early twenties and still do now, love them. You look great

OnTheRoll · 12/07/2023 20:42

I am the same age and body shape and I wouldn't wear it now (used to wear this style a lot when a bit younger). Seems that I am in the minority though so do wear it if you feel good in it.

ALittleBitAlexa · 12/07/2023 21:05

I think it's okay, more beer garden than wedding but you could get away with it. I think it needs a pointy stiletto, e.g. this

ALittleBitAlexa · 12/07/2023 21:06

Argh posted too soon, I meant these .

Sequinsandfrills · 12/07/2023 21:12

I think it's fine, it's a bit old-style but still very wearable/wedding friendly. It's maybe a wee bit short a style when compared to the midi/longer lengths which have been more fashionable in recent years, but still ok. You look good in it and that type of floral print has not really dated.

I would wear it with classic nude patent mid heel court shoes personally. I would not wear it with sandals, and definitely not trainers. The reason I would choose courts is because of the length of the dress - sandals combined with a shortish dress can sometimes look overly casual whereas courts provide some coverage/contrast and emphasise the fullness of the skirt. The combination of "neat feet" and a fuller skirt will never really go out of fashion, it's a classic. Espadrilles could work but they'd have to be chosen really carefully. A nude, closed toe espadrille with a smart cream blazer would be ok, especially for a summer wedding. The outfit definitely would benefit from an element of the formal/smart about it somewhere though (ie blazer jacket/hat/court shoes).

Sequinsandfrills · 12/07/2023 21:15

^^or closed toe, neutral slingbacks as AlittlebitAlexa has suggested (we are thinking along the same lines!)

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Thenamesnotbond · 12/07/2023 21:23

Thanks for the additional comments. I do like the idea of the court shoes or sling backs but i think there will be lots of dancing so a wedge / espadrille might be more comfortable. I will be order a few and give them a try. Thanks everyone

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Usernamen · 12/07/2023 21:50

It looks great on you.

PS- You have killer arms and legs! 💪

Fluffyknickers · 12/07/2023 22:04

You have amazing legs, wear it for sure!