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Black tie ideas

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MayasJamas · 02/05/2026 22:44

I’ve got a summer black tie event coming up. It’s a work party but I won’t be working (am aware there’s a similar thread for someone who will be working at a black tie event!). I work with a lot of glamorous younger women. I am mid forties and a) do not want to look like the faded/frumpy/mumsy older woman or like a wedding guest next to the glossy young things but b) do not want to tragically emulate the youngsters. I want to feel glam and confident in my own perimenopausal, very pale skin.

I’m medium height, size 10-12, small waist/back/shoulders and big boobs/bum/hips/thighs. I don’t mind showing arms and/or a bit of chest, back, even a bit of cut-out round the midriff. Do mind showing my legs as they are short and shaped like parsnips. Will be wearing gold Esska chunky high heeled sandals. Closer fitting, even body con, looks better than floaty on me. Would wear a dress or jumpsuit.

Would appreciate suggestions 🙏

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whyexactlythough · 03/05/2026 02:55

i wore this tonight with gold sandals and a chunky gold necklace and had lots of lovely compliments.
i feel it’s quite a flattering shape and I used some miracle de Paris to give a bit of a glow all over.
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its not expensive so you could get a nicer version if needed but it looks far nicer on than the picture which rarely happens 😂

Depending on how tall you are it gives good leg coverage too/ I’m 5’3” and it’s a lot longer on me than the photos. Could go another colour if needed but I love gold and navy!

Black tie ideas
MayasJamas · 03/05/2026 07:40

@whyexactlythough that’s lovely, and good idea to pair with a chunky necklace. Can I ask, what kind of bra did you wear with it?

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