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Am I too old for this wedding dress?

340 replies

MistressOfCopperMountain · 22/06/2024 21:31

Aged 46, size 8. Wedding in Sept. Is it a bit prom like, youthful, mutton / lamb?

https://www.net-a-porter.com/en-gb/shop/product/self-portrait/clothing/midi-dresses/guipure-lace-midi-dress/31840166392379754

OP posts:
SanctusInDistress · 30/06/2024 22:49

The price tag for such a synthetic dress is quite impressive.

Ilikeadrink14 · 30/06/2024 22:56

PepsiMaxPerfect · 29/06/2024 16:53

If U HAVE 2 ask, then YES U R 2 old 4 THAT dress
U R seekin a confidence boost ONLY
Anybody who HAS 2 ask, is LOOKIN 4 a pat on the back.
U R goin 2 wear whatever U want 2 ANYWAY

What a strange thing to say, and rather unfriendly. I don’t think the lady asking for advice was wanting a bitter twisted reply like yours!
She will look gorgeous, so you’ll just have to lump it! If you can’t say something pleasant and/or constructive, don’t waste people’s time!

pogostick · 30/06/2024 23:29

Very late to the party 🙈 Just had to say what a beautiful, beautiful dress - the lace one. In no way are you too old for this! You will look fabulous!!! I’m 63 and would love to wear this.
Unfortunately it is my 25th wedding anniversary soon… 😂.

Gremlins101 · 30/06/2024 23:46

Beautiful dress 😍 you will look wonderful.

I wore a cheap second hand , last minute dress. I really only discovered on the morning of the wedding it was a bit short and made my boobs look weird. Oh well. It stayed on til breakfast time and I had a great time regardless.

Have a ball 🥰

Sunnytwobridges · 01/07/2024 00:00

I’m the odd one out but I don’t like either dress. 🫣. But it only matters if you like them.

PepsiMaxPerfect · 01/07/2024 07:06

Ilikeadrink14 · 30/06/2024 22:56

What a strange thing to say, and rather unfriendly. I don’t think the lady asking for advice was wanting a bitter twisted reply like yours!
She will look gorgeous, so you’ll just have to lump it! If you can’t say something pleasant and/or constructive, don’t waste people’s time!

Self, self, self

WhimsicalGubbins76 · 01/07/2024 07:25

First of all, I don’t believe in being too old to wear anything. If it makes you feel good and it gives you confidence-then wear it.
But second of all, there is absolutely nothing “prom like” about this dress.
It’s beautiful, elegant and classy. If you feel good in it, wear it!

Ilikeadrink14 · 01/07/2024 09:40

PepsiMaxPerfect · 01/07/2024 07:06

Self, self, self

What on earth is the matter with you? Do you have a problem? The things you come out with are odd to say the least!

andfinallyhereweare · 01/07/2024 09:46

@PepsiMaxPerfect this not aibu 🙄

PepsiMaxPerfect · 01/07/2024 10:05

YAWN

This IS a message board - DONT like the response then, dont ask a question

countcalculia · 01/07/2024 11:50

RedYellowPinkGreenPurpleOrangeBlue · 23/06/2024 00:38

To suggest the Queen Mother would wear the dress in the thread from 5 days ago is laughable! She never wore anything like it! Here is the thread (and dress) I am on about. And yeah it IS similar to the one the OP is on about. Yet whilst many posters said this lady's dress is 'only fit for a very old person' (which was rude!) people are saying the dress THIS OP is on about is cool and amazing. 😆

Don't say the dresses are not similar coz they are!

Page 7 | Am I too old to wear this | Mumsnet

The pink dress seems to have a negligee attached to it, which instantly ages it.

I don't particularly love the NAP/Self-Portrait dress, I think it's too structured and would be uncomfortable if worn in the summer but it's better than the pink dress.

Ilikeadrink14 · 01/07/2024 14:47

PepsiMaxPerfect · 01/07/2024 10:05

YAWN

This IS a message board - DONT like the response then, dont ask a question

You are nothing less than a pathetic and nasty piece of work! What has gone so wrong in your life that you get kicks from being so horrible? I feel sorry for you, but realise that it’s possible you have mental issues. This would account for some of your nasty, spiteful unnecessary replies.

Dillydollydingdong · 01/07/2024 20:43

The first one is lovely. The second one isn't special.

PepsiMaxPerfect · 01/07/2024 20:45

Ilikeadrink14 · 01/07/2024 14:47

You are nothing less than a pathetic and nasty piece of work! What has gone so wrong in your life that you get kicks from being so horrible? I feel sorry for you, but realise that it’s possible you have mental issues. This would account for some of your nasty, spiteful unnecessary replies.

I don`t suffer with any issues - I enjoy them.
Thank You

Gormenghastly · 01/07/2024 23:28

I am getting too old for these boring fucking threads.
there used to be a time when S&B had some bite to it, some good philosophy, memories and chat about fabrics, ideas and stuff. it's all so bland now, like a write in section in 'take a break'.

PepsiMaxPerfect · 02/07/2024 00:21

Gormenghastly · 01/07/2024 23:28

I am getting too old for these boring fucking threads.
there used to be a time when S&B had some bite to it, some good philosophy, memories and chat about fabrics, ideas and stuff. it's all so bland now, like a write in section in 'take a break'.

but u still find time 2 respond 2 them - can not b soo boring
4 some good philosophy,
> never eat yellow snow

RhiRhi19 · 02/07/2024 18:30

MistressOfCopperMountain · 22/06/2024 21:31

Aged 46, size 8. Wedding in Sept. Is it a bit prom like, youthful, mutton / lamb?

https://www.net-a-porter.com/en-gb/shop/product/self-portrait/clothing/midi-dresses/guipure-lace-midi-dress/31840166392379754

I think it's perfect it's a beautiful neckline and a lovely length your shoulders will be covered I hate showing the tops of my arms so that's my problem not yours think its fab if they had it in a 16 i would get it as an evening dress grab it quick congratulation's send pics x

Yellowbananasarebetterthangreen · 02/07/2024 19:35

The first one is GORGEOUS. The second one......... awful!
Definitely go for the first one.

Pinkpupsx · 02/07/2024 20:12

No, it’s beautiful! Would make a stunning wedding dress. It’s also something that you could wear again in the future as it isn’t a design that’s “wedding only” (if you get me), or could be dyed black after for more usability! Lovely choice.

Chocoloca · 02/07/2024 21:08

Not at all. Go for it. Congratulations

siucra · 03/07/2024 20:07

It's absolutely beautiful. The perfect dress. You will look and feel amazing. Have a wonderful day.

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Whoa there, tiger

countcalculia · 04/07/2024 02:49

She seems to have that response ready for copy and paste.

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