What does one wear to a party these days

[notnorman]

As the title says really.

I have a party to go to. Have recently lost 2 .5 stone and have a very limited wardrobe.
Husband going in a 'nice white designer shirt' jeans and new sneakers.

What do women wear these days at parties? Not posh- A retirement do.
I'm size 12. Spring colouring.

Thanks!

Where is it being held?

The last party i went to i wore a sill bias cut skirt and small top. I was freezing, so def check the venue

It's at a low- mid priced hotel. So not posh. I have a ball gown that fits but that deffo wouldn't be appropriate!

How do you want to feel at the party?

Comfortable/sophisticated/relaxed/special any other feeling iyswim?

And what's your style normally?

Jeans and t shirt with clogs x

I think relaxed. I think I'll wear my jeans and maybe a posh top?
I'm either quite laid back jeans or totally the opposite so I don't have anything 'middling' if that makes sense.
It's the retirement party of an old friend- I don't work in their company- so will be in the background.

I ask because I came to the conclusion that how I want to feel is a good starting point.

Bumping for you as hopefully people will have some suggestions.

But jeans and posh top sounds like a good start 👍

Thank you.
To be honest I hate and dread parties (alcohol gives me migraines) so comfy, out of the way, and close to the exit is the best for me!
I'm thinking jeans and a smart top.
Thank you again xx

I admit to being uncertain of the question you need answering.

Do you want to choose something from your own very limited wardrobe?

Or do you want suggestions of new places to shop with your now reduced clothes size?

Levi's ribcage jeans are almost universally flattering - less good if you're short - and very 2024. They look good with a waist-length top: either a shirt/blouse as shown here, a fluffy jumper or something shiny if you like.

Shoes: the silver flats look nice, or - well, the world's your oyster. A pair of trainers in good condition, block-heeled boots, whatever you feel comfortable standing up in!