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Higher end of Plus Size, What do you wear to events?

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Notbeinfunnehbut · 25/07/2023 21:44

If anyone like me ,is the higher end of plus size 24+
what do you wear to events?
I don’t agree with wearing feeling you have to wear a sack because your plus sized but to avoid looking too booby as an F cup is difficult although I don’t feel as though I should have to cover them up completely either, if that makes any sense??

what do you wear to events like weddings, Christenings etc

any advice welcome x

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Notbeinfunnehbut · 25/07/2023 21:44

Ignore the wearing a typo 🙈

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Sarahbumdaa · 27/07/2023 08:57

I think it depends what suits you. So what sort of shape are you? Im 20 to a 22 and im an hour glass shape. Thank you menopause I was a size 12 before menopause.

Hopeandmoss · 27/07/2023 09:09

Next online is your friend here as they stock lots of different brands - yours, simply be etc but also designer brands and you can search by size. I am a 24/26 and only 5’2’’ tall which can cause problems but lots of choice here. My favourite brand is Live Unlimited that they stock. Tops are around £50 but good quality and last ages. Next also do free delivery and returns if you buy a pass which is perfect if you have a complicated body type like me!

Notbeinfunnehbut · 30/07/2023 23:31

Hi im
a size 26 pear shape often wear different sizes too and bottom tall 5”8

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BritInAus · 30/07/2023 23:59

A jumpsuit with a wrap/deep v style front, fun shoes and great accessories.

Invisimamma · 31/07/2023 00:00

Follow Laura Adlington on Instagram, she posts a lot of plus size fashion and is a size 26 herself.

Member212711 · 31/07/2023 12:18

I'm a fan of Jaeger for an event (and am a size 18); but their things are v expensive to buy new. However, I have been able to buy a lot on Vinted. So my top tip is to work out a few ranges that you like the look of, and then look on Vinted!

MillWood85 · 31/07/2023 12:23

Scarlett and Jo do some really flattering dresses - I've worn several in the past and always felt amazing. They're very fitted round the bust (in a flattering way) and then drape lovely. They go up to a size 32.

https://www.scarlettandjo.com/collections/plus-size-dresses

Notbeinfunnehbut · 31/07/2023 17:41

Invisimamma · 31/07/2023 00:00

Follow Laura Adlington on Instagram, she posts a lot of plus size fashion and is a size 26 herself.

I love her although I am wider on the bottom
with a larger chest

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Notbeinfunnehbut · 31/07/2023 17:41

Thanks everyone for all your replies xx

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PinkFootstool · 31/07/2023 17:51

Donald Stanley and Isolated Heroes here! Sparkles all the way!

Notbeinfunnehbut · 01/08/2023 21:35

Sorry I’ve come back to this
as a general rule I don’t show my legs in shorts I’ll wear tights with knee length or maxi
I like off the shoulder a few different examples
I’m in my thirties
move bought these 2 potentially for an upcoming summer wedding

Higher end of Plus Size, What do you wear to events?
Higher end of Plus Size, What do you wear to events?
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Notbeinfunnehbut · 01/08/2023 21:36

I’ve not move **

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Notbeinfunnehbut · 01/08/2023 23:45

PinkFootstool · 31/07/2023 17:51

Donald Stanley and Isolated Heroes here! Sparkles all the way!

I’ve never heard of either of them are they uk based??

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PinkFootstool · 02/08/2023 08:09

Yes, have a look on Instagram. Donald Stanley is Essex or a similar area, Isolated Heroes are in Dundee.

Both are handmade in the UK and are female led. I've got several DS dresses - some in heavy sequin for Xmas balls etc, some lightweight kimonos for summer wearing and short ones for over jeans. I've only got 2 IH pieces so far, a stunner dress and a tshirt. All fabulous.

https://instagram.com/isolatedheroes?igshid=MzRlODBiNWFlZA==

https://instagram.com/donald_stanley_?igshid=MzRlODBiNWFlZA==

Demeter1978 · 02/08/2023 14:00

I tend to go for wide palazzo trousers in black and then dress them up with brightly coloured blouses and statement jewellery. I can't wear heels so I have a couple of sparkly pairs of lowish block heal ankle strap shoes.

Notbeinfunnehbut · 02/08/2023 19:14

PinkFootstool · 02/08/2023 08:09

Yes, have a look on Instagram. Donald Stanley is Essex or a similar area, Isolated Heroes are in Dundee.

Both are handmade in the UK and are female led. I've got several DS dresses - some in heavy sequin for Xmas balls etc, some lightweight kimonos for summer wearing and short ones for over jeans. I've only got 2 IH pieces so far, a stunner dress and a tshirt. All fabulous.

https://instagram.com/isolatedheroes?igshid=MzRlODBiNWFlZA==

https://instagram.com/donald_stanley_?igshid=MzRlODBiNWFlZA==

I think I prefer the first link , more shape to the dresses and love the iridescent orange

thanks for the links

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