winter wedding guest dress

[WildflowerB]

Im going to a wedding this December. I need a dress. Could be full length, could be more of a cocktail or party dress. I’m 5ft2, green eyes, brown hair, size 10 but big hips (!). I love chocolate brown & almost any green & orange. Any ideas?

Rather nice chocolate satin? Dressed up with a chocolate fake-fur jacket & gold accessories?

https://www.thewhitecompany.com/uk/Satin-Drape-Dress/p/A16699

Way above budget but I couldn't resist posting it as the colour & shape are so lovely!

https://www.libertylondon.com/uk/isabella-cinnabar-red-satin-gown-000855239.html

I know you didn't mention navy - but this is such a lovely shape & colour!

https://gb.marella.com/p-3226045102003-sapone-navy

A short one - but as you're petite this could be an excellent length?

https://gb.marella.com/p-3226195102005-gancio-bordeaux

Another VB one in the sale, your size & not as long as the previous one. Good colour for you?

https://www.flannels.com/victoria-beckham-tailored-ruched-front-midi-dress-324811

https://www.yoox.com/uk/15453387LD/item

Too naked ...?

Might need some tit tape if it really is that low!

https://www.theoutnet.com/en-gb/shop/product/costarellos/dresses/maxi-dresses/twisted-metallic-georgette-maxi-dress/46376663162977957

Another slip dress. I think sleeveless would be fine if you have a great little fake fur jacket or similar for outdoors?

https://www.broraonline.com/uk/the-satin-lace-dress-ivy-skb8528fl8547

Footwear suggestion - if my feet are in boots rather than sandals/shoes, I don't get as cold. I think lovely metallic boots would look fab with a lot of the above dresses, & this make is renowned for comfort.

https://www.anoncph.co.uk/products/jasmina-50-stiletto-lizard-metallic-goat-vintage-champagne

A similar style.

https://www.anoncph.co.uk/products/valle-50-stiletto-crackled-metallic-goat-champagne

Fab red VB one on eBay in your size & budget ...

https://ebay.us/m/HwzW2w

Some amazing dresses! I absolutely love the green satin snd lace Brora dress. OP - sorry if you’ve already said this (it’s a long thread now) but did you try anything on from rixo or reformation?

I really, really want those boots, @EleanorMc67

I like this! Never heard of this brand either. Thank you.
Not sure about the tit tape one (!) & the Brora is gorgeous but too nightie-ish I think? I love the colour though.
but will see if I can try this.

This has some structure and a bit of drama - there's a couple of other possibilities on the website too.

https://roandzo.com/collections/dresses/products/seraphina-gold-puff-sleeve-dress

Me too!!!

Yes it's my favourite of all the ones I posted. A bit out of the ordinary in its cut, yet really classy looking. And it's satin so is really quietly lustrous, rather than just boring navy. One to be worn again for various occasions. I hope it works!!

Also, I think that shade of navy would look fab with olive green - maybe a small dose with a velvet clutch bag or bigger with a beautiful olive wool coat?

I had thought of the Penelope Chilvers clutch bags - but it's bottle green (too dull next to navy) or red, black or leopard velvet. Or gold/silver leather.

https://penelopechilvers.com/products/puffball-leather-designer-clutch

A gorgeous Dries Van Noten one - but it costs more than the dress!! Nice to dream ...

https://www.driesvannoten.com/en-gb/products/252-011524-653

Or this perhaps - https://www.wolfandbadger.com/uk/handmade-green-floral-velvet-crochet-designer-bag-a-unique-and-statement-made-piece/

This is stunning. I may need to remove myself from this thread to avoid major temptation. Everyone has such good taste!

How about rich pink lips & velvet bag to clash with the navy dress & an olive coat ...?

https://www.lisaeldridge.com/products/skyscraper-rose-insanely-saturated-lip-colour

https://www.shopstyle.co.uk/g/women/cos/quilted-velvet-clutch-bag/952115403

This sort of colour I love with navy.

https://gb.maxandco.com/p-8016045902002-ilongrun1-green

https://www.marksandspencer.com/maxi-wrap-wool-coat/p/clp60746278?intid=mobile_app_pdp_share