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Is this too pale

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IsItTooPink · 22/02/2026 09:34

We’re off to a wedding in March and my daughter wants me to enlist the MN massive to see if wearing this is ok? Is it too pale?

https://images1.vinted.net/t/01_000ef_5WLVVdyUg2AYdF9BgQjaYJWW/f800/1758471739.webp?s=34c1c1218d667660b67704379012b0bdd8bb287c

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PhaedraWas · 22/02/2026 18:12

MayaPinion · 22/02/2026 16:22

I don’t think the 18 year old is the mother of the bride.

They'd still be terrible.

tealgrey · 22/02/2026 18:16

EscapadeVelocity · 22/02/2026 10:02

This is a day dress suitable for a daytime wedding:

https://www.acnestudios.com/uk/en/printed-midi-dress-purple-green/A20895-AMI.html?g=woman

As is this:

https://www.stories.com/en-gb/product/scarf-neck-midi-dress-greenmicro-dots-1322598002/

As is this co-ord set:

https://int.toteme.com/products/striped-mini-skirt-ice-white

And in March velvet and (fake) fur and shearling and beautiful glossy boots will still be seasonally appropriate.

I would find it so odd if people didn’t make the most of the actual time and season of my event.

Are you taking the piss? Only the second of those is even possibly suitable for a wedding, of any time of day, and even the second is pushing it a bit.

Daygloboo · 22/02/2026 18:18

IsItTooPink · 22/02/2026 09:34

We’re off to a wedding in March and my daughter wants me to enlist the MN massive to see if wearing this is ok? Is it too pale?

https://images1.vinted.net/t/01_000ef_5WLVVdyUg2AYdF9BgQjaYJWW/f800/1758471739.webp?s=34c1c1218d667660b67704379012b0bdd8bb287c

Yeah lovely dress but looksctoo bridesmaid like. Is it an evening do ?

Daygloboo · 22/02/2026 18:20

IsItTooPink · 22/02/2026 09:50

We’ve been told to ‘dress to impress’ it’s in a fancy location in a big city

I think you'd look the odd one out. You need smart daywear.

Jamesblonde2 · 22/02/2026 18:20

It looks like a bridesmaid outfit.

Daygloboo · 22/02/2026 18:23

IsItTooPink · 22/02/2026 11:03

Yes that’s correct. My daughter is 18, I’m 53.

OP you dont want to turn up and feel stupid coz you've got the wrong clothes on.

Thecows · 22/02/2026 18:25

It's not the colour that's the problem...far too much flesh, beautiful girl though whoever she is!

Daygloboo · 22/02/2026 18:25

CinnamonJellyBeans · 22/02/2026 11:00

Your daughter is absolutely stunning, but should save that dress for a different occasion.

I don't think it's polite to wear a show-stopping outfit to someone else's show.

Look at caroline castigliano website at her short dresses. Thats what you want to aim for then find something similar in a cheaper brand.

Goonyoucanaskme · 22/02/2026 18:27

I don't think the style really works for a wedding. It's a quite revealing evening gown with a hint of bridesmaid, and too cold for March.
But obviously she can wear it if she wants.

Daygloboo · 22/02/2026 18:31

Daygloboo · 22/02/2026 18:18

Yeah lovely dress but looksctoo bridesmaid like. Is it an evening do ?

Caroline castigliano under cockjtail dresses...and then find a cheaper version

Daysgo · 22/02/2026 18:31

EscapadeVelocity · 22/02/2026 10:02

This is a day dress suitable for a daytime wedding:

https://www.acnestudios.com/uk/en/printed-midi-dress-purple-green/A20895-AMI.html?g=woman

As is this:

https://www.stories.com/en-gb/product/scarf-neck-midi-dress-greenmicro-dots-1322598002/

As is this co-ord set:

https://int.toteme.com/products/striped-mini-skirt-ice-white

And in March velvet and (fake) fur and shearling and beautiful glossy boots will still be seasonally appropriate.

I would find it so odd if people didn’t make the most of the actual time and season of my event.

Those dresses are ugly tbh

Crwysmam · 22/02/2026 18:37

EscapadeVelocity · 22/02/2026 10:02

This is a day dress suitable for a daytime wedding:

https://www.acnestudios.com/uk/en/printed-midi-dress-purple-green/A20895-AMI.html?g=woman

As is this:

https://www.stories.com/en-gb/product/scarf-neck-midi-dress-greenmicro-dots-1322598002/

As is this co-ord set:

https://int.toteme.com/products/striped-mini-skirt-ice-white

And in March velvet and (fake) fur and shearling and beautiful glossy boots will still be seasonally appropriate.

I would find it so odd if people didn’t make the most of the actual time and season of my event.

Are they??

EleanorMc67 · 22/02/2026 19:07

storageconcern · 22/02/2026 10:05

I’d think someone got dressed in the dark wearing any of those options. They are awful especially the last one. That said, I do think the dress posted by the OP is a bridesmaids dress.

I really like the green one - for a daytime wedding or smart work or dinner. Really versatile. The others, no. But less so than the pink slip dress - wrong colour, wrong amount of exposure, wrong time of year!!!

SyntheticFluff · 22/02/2026 19:07

The pink dress is the sort of nightie thing Victoria Beckham produces and which Harper Beckham always seems to wear. Obviously having a moment right now.

I would die inside if I had to 'dress to impress'. I'm comfiest in DMs and Converse, never wear dresses or , and wouldn't have a clue where to start.

IsItTooPink · 22/02/2026 19:30

Thanks for all the comments everyone. My daughter is now looking at a burgundy dresses, with a bit more coverage. Better safe than sorry.

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Doggymummar · 22/02/2026 19:33

GoodVibesHere · 22/02/2026 10:23

It has to be, doesn't it? Can you imagine turning up in that oufit?! It looks like someone's had a rummage through an old charity shop fancy-dress box!

I thought it was Roy Chubby Brown

EleanorMc67 · 22/02/2026 19:52

@IsItTooPink Is that the Vinted seller or your daughter in the dress? Sorry, but it squishes the wearer's boobs into pancakes so I don't think it's a good fit!

Pale pink + satin does tend to = bridesmaid as well. If it were pink but a different fabric, or satin in a different colour, either could work just fine.

However, that particular pink is also very saccharine & just not a great shade IMO. If it's not silk, then it would need to be a really good-quality synthetic for it not to look cheap - all those very pale pastel pinks/mint greens/pale blues look rubbish in cheap satins (& most other fabrics too, but then I personally don't like pale sugary pastel colours).

It also exposes too much flesh for a daytime wedding, even for a teenager/young woman. Maybe for a summer evening do - though I still think it looks cheap, but appreciate it just being one slightly fuzzy photo.

Even if your daughter were to wear a slip dress to a March wedding (they're only for summer ones IMO, with a jacket for the day part/ceremony), I don't think that's quite the right style. The 90s Kate Moss ones that have reappeared are looser (definitely not tight over the chest!!) & were/are based on 1930s shapes.

I will now apologise for my rather forensic put-down of the dress ... I'm just looking at it from a design point of view, as is my wont, & hope I haven't offended.

Pink does suit the wearer though. If your daughter likes that vibe, how about some of this one instead? It's a nicer shade of pink too (though my comment about the type of fabric still stands, so would depend on what it looks - & feels - like in the flesh).

It's still satin though - so to negate any possible bridesmaid vibes, I think accessories are key. Worn with a fake fur jacket, lace tights & sandals (which is what my funky art school goddaughter would wear to a smart do to impress!!), it could look really good??!!

https://www.marksandspencer.com/round-neck-midi-column-dress/p/clp22139176

Is this too pale
Broop · 22/02/2026 20:01

EleanorMc67 · 22/02/2026 19:52

@IsItTooPink Is that the Vinted seller or your daughter in the dress? Sorry, but it squishes the wearer's boobs into pancakes so I don't think it's a good fit!

Pale pink + satin does tend to = bridesmaid as well. If it were pink but a different fabric, or satin in a different colour, either could work just fine.

However, that particular pink is also very saccharine & just not a great shade IMO. If it's not silk, then it would need to be a really good-quality synthetic for it not to look cheap - all those very pale pastel pinks/mint greens/pale blues look rubbish in cheap satins (& most other fabrics too, but then I personally don't like pale sugary pastel colours).

It also exposes too much flesh for a daytime wedding, even for a teenager/young woman. Maybe for a summer evening do - though I still think it looks cheap, but appreciate it just being one slightly fuzzy photo.

Even if your daughter were to wear a slip dress to a March wedding (they're only for summer ones IMO, with a jacket for the day part/ceremony), I don't think that's quite the right style. The 90s Kate Moss ones that have reappeared are looser (definitely not tight over the chest!!) & were/are based on 1930s shapes.

I will now apologise for my rather forensic put-down of the dress ... I'm just looking at it from a design point of view, as is my wont, & hope I haven't offended.

Pink does suit the wearer though. If your daughter likes that vibe, how about some of this one instead? It's a nicer shade of pink too (though my comment about the type of fabric still stands, so would depend on what it looks - & feels - like in the flesh).

It's still satin though - so to negate any possible bridesmaid vibes, I think accessories are key. Worn with a fake fur jacket, lace tights & sandals (which is what my funky art school goddaughter would wear to a smart do to impress!!), it could look really good??!!

https://www.marksandspencer.com/round-neck-midi-column-dress/p/clp22139176

What a lovely nightie!

Pinkelephant66 · 22/02/2026 20:04

IsItTooPink · 22/02/2026 10:19

I love some of these comments 😂 thanks and we’ll take that as a ‘no’ then.

as for the below, I’m presuming this was a piss take

https://www.acnestudios.com/uk/en/printed-midi-dress-purple-green/A20895-AMI.html?cjdata=MXxZfDB8WXww&g=woman&utm_source=cj&utm_medium=affiliate&utm_campaign=Skimlinks&cjevent=e4c8b7e60fd711f181ae00d60a18ba73

😂 over one thousand pounds for that! Bloody awful

NewGoldFox · 22/02/2026 20:10

I think it’s fine, especially if you wear it with a slightly darker shawl or fascinator.

daisychain01 · 22/02/2026 20:23

GoodVibesHere · 22/02/2026 10:23

It has to be, doesn't it? Can you imagine turning up in that oufit?! It looks like someone's had a rummage through an old charity shop fancy-dress box!

I thought maybe it was gen-AI'd. the model is wearing DH's slippers 😆

EleanorMc67 · 22/02/2026 20:58

Broop · 22/02/2026 20:01

What a lovely nightie!

You must dress up a lot for bed ...??!!!

I was trying to find something with a bit of the feel of what the OP's daughter liked, but that was appropriate for a March wedding.

This thread seems to have degenerated into Sunday night, probably wine-fuelled, abuse rather than helpfulness though!!!

EleanorMc67 · 22/02/2026 21:05

IsItTooPink · 22/02/2026 19:30

Thanks for all the comments everyone. My daughter is now looking at a burgundy dresses, with a bit more coverage. Better safe than sorry.

That sounds like a good alternative, OP. Darker satins (if the dress is a cheaper brand, or it's not silk satin) will look better/more expensive than paler ones. I have a burgundy satin skirt from Arket that's a really nice weight & finish.

This Mango one is out-of-stock online, but might be available in stores or on Vinted/eBay?

https://shop.mango.com/gb/en/p/women/dresses-and-jumpsuits/casual/draped-neck-satin-dress_27054076

Is this too pale
EleanorMc67 · 22/02/2026 21:08

I also thought this jersey H&M one was rather fab ...

https://www2.hm.com/en_gb/productpage.1304273001.html

Is this too pale
PippaToryFripp · 22/02/2026 21:30

EscapadeVelocity · 22/02/2026 10:02

This is a day dress suitable for a daytime wedding:

https://www.acnestudios.com/uk/en/printed-midi-dress-purple-green/A20895-AMI.html?g=woman

As is this:

https://www.stories.com/en-gb/product/scarf-neck-midi-dress-greenmicro-dots-1322598002/

As is this co-ord set:

https://int.toteme.com/products/striped-mini-skirt-ice-white

And in March velvet and (fake) fur and shearling and beautiful glossy boots will still be seasonally appropriate.

I would find it so odd if people didn’t make the most of the actual time and season of my event.

Christ these are awful, definitely not for a ‘dress to impress’ wedding.

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