Christmas Dress to Impress

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It’s my first Christmas party post-divorce. There has been a bit of flirting with a (single!) colleague and in basic terms I intend to pull him at the party. The first new person for me since 1995, and I am certainly feeling it.

I’m 50, 5’8- 5’9, a size L in H&M/Zara or probably a 10 in M&S. reasonably well toned. Tending to pear shaped.
what can I wear that is sexy but subtle?

If you're near one of the bigger stores they may have it still?

https://girlinmind.com/products/halo-multi-velvet-sequin-off-the-shoulder-twist-detail-midi-dress?currency=GBP&fbclid=IwAR0uHTq0hE935hyZludN4jpqf14IoPKl7Ifi8t2kCWSdCN16I4hZ6stkE1kaemmAe9Aql1lgs1Z3Kf9x8vUM5VRwq0d3EAWjTdw8w15Q07HSXUoaQB8EFMzdiFbVz-H8Gy8edhKeXXuzU4OXGwpHzf&utmmsource=facebook&utmmedium=paid&campaignnid=6382694974564&adid=6382695483764#fooc=2929&fok=5472af6b0c66546d69a4294776dffeb9&foo_s=fbplagb

I love this.

Also really like this.

This dress is flattering on as it skins in the right places. Worn with sparkly jewellery https://www.nobodyschild.com/black-crinkle-evie-midi-tea-dress.html

Skims not skins!

I like it, and that website seems to match what I like a lot. Thanks

For a laugh, I went onto Net a Porter to see, if I had an unlimited budget and needed a saucy dress for potential pull, what I'd buy.

I suppose this will do. Bonus - the subtle luster of the fabric is picked up in flash photography.

THE ROW Bardon strapless grain de poudre wool and silk-blend maxi dress | NET-A-PORTER

Have a great evening, btw!

Feeling Snatched Midi Dress Black | Hello Molly

How about this?

Your colleague won't know what's hit him!

Black Velvet Twist Front Maxi Stretch Dress | Roman UK

OMG, that dress is amazing. I’m not sure I could carry it off though.

Have a look at Karen Millen - big price range

This is also, a lovely dress. It feels too ball-gowny though for this.

www.folkster.com/products/opal-dress-teal

I have this and it's lovely on.

https://www.pourmoi.co.uk/products/bryony-slinky-jersey-midi-dress/

also in berry or green

Back in stock now?

https://www.anthropologie.com/en-gb/shop/the-cecily-fit-flare-sweetheart-midi-dress-by-maeve?gadsource=1&cmmmmc=rakutenaffiliatestes--SHAREIGHT--1&utmmmedium=affiliates&utmsource=rakuten&utmmcampaign=SHAREIGHT&utmterm=595641&utmmcontent=1&utmkxconfid=v3sdgzjs8&ranMID=37257&ranEAID=AqjbTxMPHY4&ranSiteID=AqjbTxMPHY4-igHihvEwRePNRVb2ywEQww

Definitely recommended as per PP, the Pour Moi slinky dresses! I've got one, and they are so flattering, understated but sexy! Think they would be perfect for Christmas party.

Have a look on Popsy clothing, some lovely party outfits, sparkly or velvet or floral etc, several different colours. All under £50, comfy and have pockets, very versatile.

I love a vintage style for understated glamour.

https://britishretro.co.uk/product/dee-dee-claret-velvet-50s-full-circle-dress-2/?attribute_pa_size=8&gad_source=1&gclid=CjwKCAjw15eqBhBZEiwAbDomEjy6RBb6MPzMIUENOB8AcG15dWWvfmHhU6z6QIbnVsWxKGnpoIASMhoCY_IQAvD_BwE

How about this? There is also 15% discount code available on the website.
https://www.boden.co.uk/en-gb/elise-velvet-midi-dress-chatsworth-green/sty-d0810-grn?cat=C1_S2_G4

If you have a nice one, I’d show some back. Just as sexy as cleavage, but more subtle! Not necessarily the best example below, but all I could find with a quick search!
https://www.silkfred.com/womens/clothing/dresses/bodycon-dresses/honor-gold/honor-gold-bella-black-backless-midi-dress-with-long-sleeves

Do not wear Popsy if you want to pull 😳

I like this one….
https://www.next.co.uk/style/LS375737/K22599?dp=a&dndl=1&gad_source=1&gbraid=0AAAAADm_5UXTnUZGZUNhdwfpPTa63QXa7&gclid=Cj0KCQjw-pyqBhDmARIsAKd9XIP38Dy5ggfYGBmP-sZ1dEgdXAiPDUGIW9F3Y-ZI1fOJzxUMHokI91AaAjK4EALw_wcB&gclsrc=aw.ds#K22599