Silk dress for daughters wedding

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I am 5ft 4 and 10.5 stone. I am really not very stylish but want something spectacular for my daughter’s wedding in a hot country. I have recently lost weight and will lose more beforehand i will be around 10stone hopefully. I don’t mind what the cost is as I am quite frugal usually. I would love something in bright colours and maybe for example raw silk. But open to any suggestions. Thanks in advance. Xx

You seem to be quite drawn to the fit and flare shapes I think - fitted top, maybe with a square or scooped neckline, bigger skirt?

I love this shape (I have big boobs, small waist, and an elephants arse so I appreciate the "hide everything below the waist" vibe!) and it's very comfortable and wearable. I do agree re silk maybe not being ideal.

How about

Emilia Wickstead Red

Marchessa
Erdem Blue
https://www.mytheresa.com/gb/en/women/roland-mouret-cotton-poplin-midi-dress-red-p01060415?utm_source=sea_pla&utm_medium=google&utm_campaign=google_sea&ef_id=17675657892660304782916941185008005&chn=sea_cpo&src=google&cmp=sea_cnx_uk&tarea=gb&tar=&ag=&ptyp=&feed_num=P01060415-6&gclid=17675657892660304782916941185008005&slink_id=0fe01542-269f-4146-bcc5-8d80cc9ecf68&slink=1 Roland Mouret - might need shortened
Probably not your colour, but another lovely Dolce

victoria Beckham also great brand if big budget

I attended a black tie at the beach wedding this year - which was an usual dress code for the setting, but everyone looked fabulous. I had packed a silk dress but the day before the wedding a fellow traveller/friend told me she thought it was too casual and ended up loaning me a stunning dress from Solace London. The fabric and tailoring of their dresses is superb. If you have an opportunity to try some on, I’d highly recommend

https://www.theoutnet.com/en-gb/shop/product/rohe/dresses/maxi-dresses/draped-silk-twill-maxi-dress/46376663163037962?utm_source=google&utm_medium=cpc&utm_campaign=GOO%3ATON%3AEU%3AGB%3AOO%3AENG%3ASEAU%3APLA%3ASLR%3AMXO%3ANEW%3AWN%3AROHE%3ALV0%3ALV1%3ALV2%3AXXX%3A341%3AMARGIN%3A&utm_id=21799676326&utm_term=3074457345650182160&vtp00=GOOGLE&vtp01=SEAU&vtp02=188710164949&vtp03=pla-2326907293902&vtp04=g&vtp05=c&vtp06=785211648127&vtp07=pla&gad_source=1&gad_campaignid=21799676326&gbraid=0AAAAADRhcD2QhM6AnNsZ5BiI97JaoS0VB&gclid=Cj0KCQiAvOjKBhC9ARIsAFvz5ljAMb5IxkOH47PDKpN4t73uYMazzN3iMeRYouFZaDLHIaYC554XM7saAtQiEALw_wcB

https://roksanda.com/products/hierys-dress-silk-satin-rust-orange?variant=54834927960445&om=2320&source=aw&sv1=affiliate&sv_campaign_id=716835&awc=108748_1767598225_c52fd81657089b3cabd7789f531dec7e

https://www.net-a-porter.com/en-it/shop/product/saloni/clothing/maxi-dresses/lea-belted-floral-print-silk-crepe-de-chine-maxi-dress/1647597356468789

These are all lovely.

DON`T worry about not bein stylish - hot country calls for beach / lifeguard wear

This? Elegant and simple but a real standout. https://www.harveynichols.com/alice---olivia/juliette-floral-printed-satin-midi-dress-40576-pkot-rose-whisperer-224813/

Or...Victoria Beckham has a sale on...https://www.victoriabeckham.com/products/draped-gown-in-cayenne?_pos=38&_fid=94a65439e&_ss=c&variant=54996332511608

I would also look at Rixo. I won't link to any particular dress as there are so many, but in general they are extremely light so fantastic to wear in the heat. I wore them all the time in a very hot destination and they were great.

I wore this to a wedding last year in a different colour. Am exactly the same age, height and weight you are aiming to be. I had it altered mainly at the top to fit perfectly and it was such a great choice. I wore heels to begin with and then changed into flats for dancing and both looked good. Only issue is that it is cut in a racer style so slightly tricky with bra fitting. I wore it with a sheer wrap embroidered with the colour of the dress.

Not silk, but bright colour and the right shape

Rhode Red Halter-Neck Midi Dress – Club L London - UK

Elisia Olive Crew-Neck Belted Midi Dress – Club L London - UK

Or this one, think you could wear ballet shoes with this too

House of CB | Womenswear designed in London. - I saw this one on someone at a wedding recently, they have assorted colours and again would suit the ballet shoes

House of CB | Womenswear designed in London. - this one is a vibrant colour too

https://www.lyst.co.uk/clothing/akris-silk-blend-midi-dress-5/?reason=search-product-text&link_id=1177837693&previous_page_type=search&previous_page_sub_type=filtered&is_track_overlay=false

Seems crazy to think alterations at this price, but I love this Pucci and would get it shortened.
Pucci

I have the tortoseshell Mohave - I adore it and it is gorgeous to wear.
I thank the MN'er who aleted me to this dress every time I wear it.

But no way would I wear it in a very hot climate. It might be silk but silk can be warm, and the long sleeves would be tricky. I'd be avoiding sleeves, or at least below elbow sleeves.

I'd wear it in Italy/Spain in spring or autumn but I think its too warm for summer.

have a look at LK Bennett. They don’t have their Summer 26 range out yet. But this will give you an idea. I wore LKB for both my son’s weddings (one in a heatwave) and they were perfect. https://www.lkbennett.com/search/?text=silk+dress&_q=silk+dress&_gl=1bii3ih_upMQ.._gs*MQ..

I’d be too afraid of being in the same outfit as someone else if opting for the high street Hobbs, L K Bennett etc. Personally I’d opt for the less mainstream brands mentioned on here or go abroad as I said!

Not that the LK Bennett etc options shown here aren’t lovely - it’s just a risk.

I’m not a glam person at all but for my son’s abroad wedding I wanted something smart, classic but definitely comfortable to wear.. I was happy to spend a £100-£150 or even more if it felt right for the right dress. I found it in Roman and it cost me £65. It washes in the machine and fits me like a glove. Also I wanted to be able to wear it again. I didn’t want to look like the mother if the groom at every other function. I have worn it to another wedding but also out to dinner at nice restaurants and have received compliments about how it ( and me 😀) look good.

This is what I would go for, it’s a statement but not a ball gown which some of the other suggestions are

Me+Em Crinkle Silk Maxi Dress

You could kee an eye for your size to come in or there is a 14 on eBay which you could get tailored to your size ?

https://www.meandem.com/ruffle-shoulder-maxi-dress-pop-blue

not silk but I have several of their dresses and they use a beautiful quality fabric - swishy, cool, light, gorgeous to wear. I expect they will launch spring/summer styles soon

https://tallulahandhope.com/collections/signature-wrap-styles/products/dorothy-wrap-double-georgette-copal-print

Oooof, I love this dress! I wish I had this budget.

I’m currently trying to find something for a black tie do so this has been a very enjoyable thread, op. I hope you find something that makes you feel a million dollars.

I wore a silk dress from Rixo to a Greek island wedding last August, and it wasn’t sweaty at all. I’m surprised by all the comments saying it won’t work for a hot climate.

Thank you to the pp who suggested Lora Gene by the way; I’m very tempted by the Paris dress (although it’s a bit more than I wanted to spend!)

I’m late to the party but check out Jasper Conran’s jewel-coloured silk fifties - shape (full skirt, nipped in waist) dresses. Now significantly reduced