I need an absolute stunner of a dress

[SisterAgatha]

Wedding guest, but it’s my brother in law and they are VERY in to what everyone is wearing. Summer wedding.

I am open to ANY style as long as it’s under £120.

I’m 5ft 3, size 12, 40ish 😉 The reason I ask is that my style is a little out there and quirky and I’ll wear pretty much anything (think velvet skirts, band T-shirts, very bright neons, body cons or midis, leopard print, fake fur) and obviously the pictures will be going on someone’s wall for decades, so I need something that is classic but also different and not overpowering.

help me please, this board has never let me down before!

• am currently looking at this (pictured)

I'm 5'3" and i agree, KM and Reiss both do petite sizes

Summer is a time for bright though I think. If it were winter or even autumn I’d consider jewel colours or muted neutrals - which look hideous on me generally. Im not willing to look hideous just to fit in 😂 when I see people have matched the bridesmaids I always wonder if they wish they’d been asked to be one. I’ve been a bridesmaid 5 times, I’d like to wear something I picked and like; not what matches the consensus.

I know for sure that people will be bright and covered in sequins.

I read this as “yout at night” and I thought oooh that’s a look 🤩

This is GORGEOUS!

Stunning, that one. That’s in the running now for sure x

What’s your skin and hair colouring?

I have a wedding in August and I'm still deciding between 2 dresses. I love bright colours as well.

https://www.coastfashion.com/product/coast-lisa-tan-exaggerated-frill-shoulder-high-low-midi-dressbcc07269?colour=mint&size=12&utm_source=awin&utm_medium=affiliates&utm_campaign=ShopForward+CSS&utm_term=531573&utm_content=coastuk&sv1=affiliate&sv_campaign_id=531573&awc=57411_1716048648_7d04d4ba7374100d3cc6700034a1b2ea

https://www.next.co.uk/style/LS431083/N24742?gad_source=1&gclid=CjwKCAjwo6GyBhBwEiwAzQTmc3wOiBhy02MpZU5zhFmwTB-thEQvtQoYoX4GphObkqdeRRoRJfOvWBoCIQsQAvD_BwE&gclsrc=aw.ds#N24742

I am dark haired with highlights but my hair could change by them, as I sometimes have a very unnatural orange ombre done. I’m pale with a cool undertone. I tan ok though. I have been told my skin is “dull” in winter, by the man at MAC hahahhaha

Until they get a kid, then the wedding will be utterly forgotten as they move into their next project!

Kevan Jon may fit your style, including bright colours.

https://www.kevanjon.com/

If you like the pink but not the one shoulder, how about this one? https://www.zara.com/uk/en/flowing-dress-with-gathering-p00264171.html?v1=346153637

I think this blue one is beautiful. Bright but not over the top. At 5 3 some of the long ones will totally swamp you but this shaple/ length would look great on you.
And l agree the pink can just be too much. I was at a wedding recently and a family member was in shocking pink and it was just too much even though l normally adore pink. I like the rust one from Reiss too as it would be right length and the colour would look great beside olive green.

I love these, they are gorgeous. Thanks for sharing, never heard of them before!

Guests shouldn't be forced to buy new clothes for every wedding so if the smart dress they have is a bright colour they should be able to wear that. As long as it's not white or black, you're not breaking any rules.

Take a look at Scamp&Dude 👍🏻

Coast pink fishtail £116

Coast bright blue £97

Coast orange strapless £96

Coast - lime lace - it's a bit out there £125

Surely this is the dress you need?! Tiny but over budget but it is in the sale.
Fun and so quirky but would likely photograph very nicely!

https://www.debenhams.com/product/coast-ruffle-sleeve-ombre-midi-dress_bcc07542?colour=pink&size=8&utm_source=facebook&utm_medium=paidsocial&utm_term=ROIHUNTER&utm_campaign=UK_FBIG_PAID_DABA&utm_content=UK_FBIG_DABA_VALUE_AD1&utm_id=120207396768510681&fbclid=IwAR2RiQSzhSac0Fw-clM0jfvwU72pd1ZwDtWJbZDfAtBV27W871NMUrp7OOU_aem_AXxOezhOyiBwOxpSEEq7p0eIc5m4ukkMPuDV3V-dwJfY5ohOJB4AJVQwMtFD_75bwX7yBMDQRSlThMeRGNuTfX8w&mibextid=WC7FNe

The orange strapless one from coast is lovely and would tone really nicely with olive bridesmaid dresses.

I love it - very Studio 54. Stunning pewter colour.

You could try hiring from one of the designer sites - Hurr Collective or Girl Meets Dress. That way you get a one off and then can send back and not have something in your wardrobe you may only wear once.

https://www.johnlewis.com/monsoon-poppy-midi-dress-pink/p111526395

This could fit the bill
https://www.forevernew.co.uk/283278-283278?colour=cherry-tomato&_gl=1yfzp5j_upMQ.._gaNDQyMzIxMzE1LjE3MTYzNTI1MzU._ga_8DF2QBQWGG*MTcxNjM1MjUzMS4xLjEuMTcxNjM1Mjc1My4wLjAuNTQzODY5Mjgx

I love the pink dress but how does it look next to olive green? I'm thinking not good.

@WashableVelvet has nailed it OP

these Karen Mullen dresses …I think the blue and magenta would nicely contrast but still compliment olive green