Is this okay for a wedding?

[Invisimamma]

I'd bought a bright pink floral dress for wedding in April, but just got the invite today and the dress code is 'no pink, orange or red.'

This was my back up option, but I'm not sure if it's too dark for a spring wedding? I do have a bit of time to get something else but I'm short, overweight and fussy so it's not the easiest task!

I also had a white blazer to wear with the pink dress but I'm not sure that will match this? What would I wear over it, if anything?

I would go for a different shoe. The ankle strap cuts your leg.i'm a fellow short person and ankle straps do the same to my legs.

It's fine but definitely not a white blazer. It doesn't need anything over it. I assume you've got a smart coat, raincoat or jacket? Wear that to get to/travel between the venues and ditch it when you're there.

Dress code seems rather precious.

I think you could find something a little more special. That dress does look as if it was pulled from the depths of a wardrobe at the last moment with a ‘That’ll do’ shrug. For some reason the fabric tied at the front makes the whole thing scruffy. And the design is almost painfully dull.

(Obviously I wouldn’t be saying this to someone I met wearing it at an actual wedding. It’s only because you’ve asked that I’m expressing an opinion.)

On the other hand I see nothing objectionable in your choice of footwear!

What size are you and how much could you spend on something new?

Are you wearing a well fitted bra underneath?
I think with a bra that rounds everything up and points it in the right direction it will make a lot of difference.

It's not a great dress. It's an "it'll do dress if you don't want to buy anything else dress"

But if you don't want to/ can't afford to, it'll do.

Thank you, even the particularly harsh comments! I think I will try to get something else. I will be sticking with the shoes though, as I have a bag to match and I like them.

Photo is taken when it was flung on to try it on so I'm not wearing my best fitting bra and it's not the best photo.

I'm size 18-20 (probably more towards 20 tbh but depends on the fit) and 5ft 5".

Budget would be around £50 but I could push it for something very special.

I loved the pink dress too!

Where would you recommend looking? I've tried all my usual places and nothing is shouting at me.

Personally I think that if you like that dress and feel comfortable in it, you should wear it - it's certainly absolutely fine and normal for a wedding. Not everyone will like it, and that's fine - that why people don't all wear the same things to weddings!

Also I don't see anything horrendous in the idea of a white blazer, as long as it's nice tailoring and fabric - again, perfectly wedding-appropriate.

I think it’s a lovely dress and very suitable for an April wedding. And gold sandals are a perfect match. I don’t think you need the white blazer unless it’s particularly chilly.

Bit ott with the dress code though 🙄

I wouldn't go at all because a dress code like that is fucking ridiculous. Only an insufferable twat would impose one onto their guests.

I like your dress op it's flattering. Covers the bits an overweight person wants covering (I know from experience) just give it a steam

The dress is fine for an April wedding. No to the white blazer.
What a silly dress code banning those colours!

I really like the dress and was puzzled with the earlier harsh comments. Great colour with your skin tone, perfect length and lovely cut. Also that particular fabric always speaks to me of “special occasion” wear. It’s classic and flattering. If I had received the earlier harsh comments it would have knocked my confidence but don’t let that spoil you wearing such a lovely outfit. Enjoy!

It’s definitely wearable, my main thought is that it looks a bit dark but that isn’t a deal breaker. Do you feel comfortable in it?

I think the dress is nice too.
As are the sandals.

Like others, I don't think you'd need a jacket with long sleeves / that style of dress. I presume you will be indoors most of the time, and, if having photos outside on a cold(er) day for a long time, you'd probably want a coat rather than a jacket anyway.

Lovely dress! It looks darker because you're indoors. Love the shoes too, I think this is perfect for a wedding. I wish I had a dress like this, where I knew it would look good no matter how I felt on the day if that makes sense?

I like the dress for a wedding....harsh comments not needed. I think maybe silver dangly earrings...to tie in with shoes and a light grey pashmina for your shoulders xxx

So many kind comments. You have made me feel much better. I might still look around for something else but I know I have this to fall back on if I don't find anything.

This was the only other one I remotely like, but it might not work for my shape.

The first dress looks really lovely! Those shoes are nice or strapless ones would also work in an accent colour e.g. silver or gold.

People are not being harsh! Just trying to give an opinion that the OP is free to ignore.
I think the dress is a bit uninspiring , and even if you had pressed it , tied it carefully etc . Instead of flung on ( your words! Not being harsh!). I still think it would look quite dull on you. And I don’t think a light blazer would lift it. I would look for something brighter if I were you.

PS really hope a bloke turns up in a bright orange suit cos I’m guessing the colour ban wasn’t aimed at men

No pink, orange or red?!! Is demanding colours a thing now? Understand on occasion the preference for ‘no black at funerals’ and the unspoken ‘no white at weddings’ but this is just entitled.

I have a ‘posh frock’ I wheel out for weddings and I would be horrified if I was not permitted to wear it.

Anyway you have a lovely figure OP. If you are wearing green I would go for gold shoes (as the other colours I would choose are banned!).

Its harsh.
Its not uninspiring at all... accessories can make a dress.. grey pashmina and silver drop earrings.

OP, the first dress is absolutely fine. The second one won’t flatter you with your bust.

white blazer won’t work, but not sure you need another layer unless the venue is likely to be v cold?

dress is plain so you can add some glitzy statement accessories.

I think it's very rude of the b&g to impose a dress code with only a month or two until the big day

Most people (like you!) will already have sorted out their outfits

And orange/pink/red are very common colours for spring wedding outfits, lots of women will wear floral dresses etc I think it's really out of order!

It's great, wear it. The bride (or groom) is a pain in the arse though.