Gala dinner

[Mrspinknails]

I have a gala dinner thing to go to.ive put on weight and I'm on a budget so what can I wear please? Never been to one before so don't know how dressy it is

If there's not been a specific dress code put out, I normally have a google of the venue and see how formal/fancy it is. For something like a gala dinner, I'd usually go for a longer dress. Quiz have loads in at the moment!
Curve Black Cowl Neck Maxi Dress - QUIZ Clothing - for example

What is the dress code on your invitation? Are there photos of previous events on insta or elsewhere?

Beyond that, it would be hard to suggest anything without knowing your clothing size, budget and preferred style.

Need a bit more to go on, what is the nature of the dinner? Gala would normally imply long dress and black tie.

Size 14, carry weight in tummy. Big boobs. 5ft 6.
I don't like frills and large patterns.

@Mrspinknails

Which colours suit you best?

Do you prefer dresses with sleeves?

What does the invite say?!?

I like quite rich colours.
Ad for sleeves not usually, happy with strapless but not shoestring straps which seem to make my arms look bigger.

It doesn't really.

@Mrspinknails

Would something like this work for you?

https://www.next.co.uk/style/su445071/ad9450

In what kind of establishment is the Gala Dinner being held?

Oh that's gorgeous!

I wouldn’t do strapless for dinner. Long and simple is always a good option if you’re not sure if it’s black or white tie.

What sort of budget?

That's pretty. Worried about my bingo wings tho

Thanks everyone. It now says frocks frills or whatever you like..just no jeans?
Kicking myself i didn't get the sainsburys red velvet suit when I saw it in sep. Of course its now sold out.

Marks and Spencer have some lovely velvet suits atm