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September wedding- can I wear this?

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noglow · 16/07/2023 21:37

Is This OK for a September wedding? I love the style but think it might be too dark?

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geoger · 16/07/2023 21:41

It’s a lovely dress (Reiss clothes are fab) but it doesn’t say wedding to me - I’d wear it to work. You need something more party like than work like (sorry)

GetYourHandsOffMyCake · 16/07/2023 21:42

It's absolutely horrible, OP. I wouldn't say it would look nice for ANY occasion.

fuckmyuteruslining · 16/07/2023 21:43

It's a bit dull really

GammonAndEggs · 16/07/2023 21:45

I think it’s GORGEOUS and would wear it to a wedding, with sparkly silver shoes.

Changingplace · 16/07/2023 21:46

I think it’s more work wear than wedding, it’s a no from me.

bibbingo · 16/07/2023 21:47

Definitely looks like work wear to me, sorry!

Tulipblank · 16/07/2023 21:47

I think it's lovely and with the right accessories could look very classy for a wedding

SapphosRock · 16/07/2023 21:47

If your vibe is Kristin Scott Thomas in Four Weddings and a Funeral then go for it.

It's not my style, I like to wear bright colours or pastels to a wedding. I would be making the most of the summer sales.

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noglow · 16/07/2023 21:47

Thank you. I love it but yeah think you're right I'm going to need something else for a wedding.

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noglow · 16/07/2023 21:48

SapphosRock · 16/07/2023 21:47

If your vibe is Kristin Scott Thomas in Four Weddings and a Funeral then go for it.

It's not my style, I like to wear bright colours or pastels to a wedding. I would be making the most of the summer sales.

It's in the summer sale..

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thecatinthetwat · 16/07/2023 21:48

If you jazz it up a bit then I would say yes!

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noglow · 16/07/2023 21:49

fuckmyuteruslining · 16/07/2023 21:43

It's a bit dull really

I am dull

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NatashaDancing · 16/07/2023 21:49

It's a beautiful dress but it looks like something Nicola Walker would have worn to go to work in The Split.

NatashaDancing · 16/07/2023 21:50

noglow · 16/07/2023 21:49

I'm guessing This is also a no..

Yes it's a no. Again it's a very stylish, smart work dress.

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noglow · 16/07/2023 21:52

NatashaDancing · 16/07/2023 21:49

It's a beautiful dress but it looks like something Nicola Walker would have worn to go to work in The Split.

I have not seen this.

My husband says the first one looks like it's sold in lidl coz they put the barcode on it like that. Now I can't unsee it.

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noglow · 16/07/2023 21:56

NatashaDancing · 16/07/2023 21:50

Yes it's a no. Again it's a very stylish, smart work dress.

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Thank you - most appreciated. I really like shirt dresses so was hoping to find one for a wedding. Thought I was in with a chance then. Hmm.. back to the drawing board.

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Lamelie · 16/07/2023 21:59

I absolutely love it. But it literally says workwear in its description.
this, same site
is a wedding guest dress.
Also how extraordinary is it that at 10pm you can order it for next day delivery!

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WhatWouldTheDoctorDo · 16/07/2023 22:02

I was admiring that in store last week @Lamelie and was a bit gutted I didn't have an excuse to buy it!

NatashaDancing · 16/07/2023 22:03

noglow · 16/07/2023 21:52

I have not seen this.

My husband says the first one looks like it's sold in lidl coz they put the barcode on it like that. Now I can't unsee it.

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Are you in the UK?

It's on iPlayer. The clothes are fabulous

Split, Series 1: Episode 1: www.bbc.co.uk/iplayer/episode/b0b15gk7 via @bbciplayerr The Split

WashableVelvet · 16/07/2023 22:07

It’s lovely but not weddingy. If what you like is non-clingy Reiss dresses in the sale, in neutral colours, that look work-y but not quite so much, then how about:
https://www.reiss.com/style/st345024/C73910#C73910
The mini version of the barcode dress is done how more festive https://www.reiss.com/style/st385236/D46404#D46404
https://www.reiss.com/style/st995922/T44837#T44837
More party-ish: https://www.reiss.com/style/st200204/C67343#C67343

I love all the asymmetric caped ones and cutouts but no idea how you wear a bra under!

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Changingplace · 16/07/2023 22:14

noglow · 16/07/2023 21:49

I'm guessing This is also a no..

Not for a wedding, no.

TizerorFizz · 16/07/2023 22:18

@noglow I definitely would wear it to a wedding! It’s stylish. You can easily jazz it up with a classy headband, handbag and shoes. I don’t see why wedding outfits have to be glam. I don’t go to weddings like this. Most people I see are smart and comfortable with not a sequin in sight!