Find me an LBD for a big bday

[renovationheavenandhell]

I have a big bday coming up, we’re going to a super nice restaurant then cocktails at hotel bar.

I’ve decided to go LBD, I know boring some might say but I’ll be sat down for most of it so seems sensible - I’m a bit of a spiller so don’t want to get something expensive I might ruin!

I bloat very easily so want something glam but comfy round the tum and I think sleeves - always gravitate towards strapless!

I’ve seen a few things but all seem to be mini - I don’t want them riding up flashing my cheek whilst sat!!

It’ll be fully into winter.

I’m an 8/10 and petite so can’t really carry off oversized - look like I’m being eaten by my clothes.

Budget around £200 might be prepared to go more for something classic I would wear lots - not over £300 though.

Where do you usually shop, @renovationheavenandhell? (To get an idea of your style.)

Also - I know you said you don’t want anything mini, but this would be so perfect (particularly on a petite frame).

https://batsheva.com/en-gb/collections/dresses/products/mason-dress-in-black?variant=43871576785145

This isn’t little but it looks lovely:

https://www.ganni.com/en-gb/long-velvet-dress-T3341.html?dwvar_T3341_color=Black