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26 replies

Ticktock40 · 27/05/2024 19:27

After ordering 15 dresses from next and none being remotely suitable, I’m begging for your help please!!!!

I’ve been invited to a wedding next week and I can’t for the life of me find anything to wear. I’m almost 5 months postpartum and although I’ve lost weight, I’m still carrying a bit around my middle.

For context, I’m 41, a size 14 and 5ft 7 inches tall. Ideally I’d like to wear a maxi dress with a short sleeve. A wrap front perhaps and I generally look better in a v neck as opposed to a high neck top. Usually wear black but appreciate that’s probably not suitable for a wedding sadly! I ordered a navy dress from phase eight but looked so drab!

At this point I’d sell a kidney to look/ feel ok! I’ve not been to a doo for so long so would love to go and feel confident (or even just not hate myself!)

If anyone could help, I’d really appreciate it. Thanks in advance.

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dontdivorceoverchacha · 27/05/2024 19:47

Amazon. Sorry don't know how to link but this should bring up some options.

Cocktail Midi Polka Dot Wrap Dresses V Neck Casual Party Bohemian Flowy Long Dress for Ladies

I'm normally a phase 8 girl but needed something quick. Bought above a couple of years ago and have worn it to two weddings now. Many colours, many sizes. Felt pretty, it was flattering, comfortable and easy to layer.

Cariadxx · 27/05/2024 20:01

The rosalie dress from joules?

They have a few nice ones on there aside from that one too

worriedgal · 27/05/2024 20:48

Have a look at Nobody's Child.
M&S have some online or on their own website.

I love me & em but that's quite spendy .

heldinadream · 27/05/2024 21:02

No idea if this is your style OP, but I'm a bit in love with this in the green, I recommended it on another thread for totally different circumstances but for some reason it's popped into my head for you. I don't have it! But it's got fab reviews and I think it's elegant and looks well-cut.
Comes in navy too.
Or would you prefer something patterned?

https://www.marksandspencer.com/v-neck-midi-waisted-dress/p/clp22581493?color=GREEN&extid=af_Sub+Networks_Skimlinks_----AWIN-ms--_-78888&sv_campaign_id=78888&sv_tax1=affiliate&sv_tax2=793456%7C793458&sv_tax3=Skimlinks&sv_tax4=mumsnet.com&sv_affiliate_id=78888&awc=1402_1716839880_ff139e01552a75f2fbdb6c2657f09da7

Chrysanthemum5 · 27/05/2024 21:06

I wore something similar to this jumpsuit to a wedding recently it has a tie in front so hides a tummy and looked great. Was also incredibly comfortable

www.next.co.uk/style/ls353619/q78535

freesiasandpeonies · 27/05/2024 21:10

Have you looked at Me & Em? Lovely dresses if you’re in the kidney-selling range of budget

MetaDaughter · 28/05/2024 04:27

The thought of ordering fifteen dresses hurts my head …

This is long sleeved and midi length - but so pretty:

https://gatherandsee.com/collections/dresses/products/cleo-midi-dress

Pontipinecity · 28/05/2024 06:00

Chrysanthemum5 · 27/05/2024 21:06

I wore something similar to this jumpsuit to a wedding recently it has a tie in front so hides a tummy and looked great. Was also incredibly comfortable

www.next.co.uk/style/ls353619/q78535

Just ordered this. Jumpsuits are tricky for me as I have short legs so fingers crossed the petite works!

IbizaToTheNorfolkBroads · 28/05/2024 06:45

Hot Squash ?

It's available in purple, and green/black spots too.

IHaveNeverLivedintheCastle · 28/05/2024 06:55

MetaDaughter · 28/05/2024 04:27

The thought of ordering fifteen dresses hurts my head …

This is long sleeved and midi length - but so pretty:

https://gatherandsee.com/collections/dresses/products/cleo-midi-dress

Fabulous website.

Chrysanthemum5 · 28/05/2024 07:59

@Pontipinecity I hope you like it! I have short legs and the petite version was fine for me

Thereislightattheendofthetunnel · 28/05/2024 10:38

Did you try Phase Eight jumpsuits? I could not be happier and they have become my go to

LeatherJacketWedding · 28/05/2024 11:16

Honestly, wear a blazer! It will elevate any wedding outfit and as long as the blazer itself isn’t black, you can then get away with a black dress.

Squashinthepinkcup · 28/05/2024 20:38

this is my go to dress for weddings

https://www.nextdirect.com/hr/en/style/st894809/u13581

When I first opened it I thought it was WAY too pink for me, but some friends popped round unexpectedly whilst I was trying it on and after all their jaws hit the floor and they were extremely complementary about it I decided to keep it!

It's not currently available on next anymore but there are a few floating around on ebay and vinted atm. The eBay photos don't make it look as good as that one ^ but as someone who is 5ft 7, carrying a bit of extra weight around the middle who generally looks better in v necks I can strongly recommend it.

https://www.ebay.co.uk/itm/335390304778?chn=ps&ul=GB&norover=1&mkevt=1&mkrid=710-134428-41853-0&mkcid=2&mkscid=101&itemid=335390304778&targetid=1303201761834&device=c&mktype=pla&googleloc=1006886&poi=&campaignid=11211837113&mkgroupid=123972417298&rlsatarget=pla-1303201761834&abcId=9300436&merchantid=6995734&gad_source=1&gclid=CjwKCAjwgdayBhBQEiwAXhMxtoIkfp-ohuWkGro24plKwGPOFBnHJJEp-WeGq5W2-wJaQf3ykEIZRoCbNUQAvD_BwE

Buy Myleene Klass Animal Print Midi Wrap Dress from Next Croatia

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https://www.nextdirect.com/hr/en/style/st894809/u13581

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