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Love love love this dress but it's too short

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Starlightstarbright11 · Yesterday 18:16

I absolutely love this dress but I'm not confident enough to show my legs off. Anyone seen similar dresses in a longer length. Or any way I could create an underskirt or something?? Probably not, but thought I'd ask in case there are any fabulously creative minds here!

https://mewmews.com/products/indy-v-neck-rainbow-crystal-fringe-mini-dress?variant=42084038049852&fbclid=IwVERDUAVNyUVleHRuA2FlbQEwAHBkb2YBYWRpZAGrNVrFotA6c3J0YwZhcHBfaWQMMzUwNjg1NTMxNzI4AAEeFG0y7MuR4xTNjfkW15uBnx0tU-i8xX_Fgr6b2QS1gufyJ-yVRfpvwBuhLHQ_aem__hGx2Q3v8JG6KwJJ9Ihzpg&utm_source=26&utm_medium=261012-bz-cbo-materia-%E6%AC%A7%E7%BE%8E-None-Mix-20-50&utm_campaign=261012-bz-cbo-materia-%E6%AC%A7%E7%BE%8E-None-Mix-20-50%23M10W1&utm_term=120248478373900570&utm_content=120248478862250570&utm_id=120248478373830570

Indy V Neck Rainbow Crystal Fringe Mini Dress

Discover the ultimate way to stand out with our Indy V Neck Rainbow Crystal Fringe Mini Dress. Featuring a unique v neck design and dazzling rainbow crystal fringe, this mini dress will make you the center of attention. Perfect for parties and special...

https://mewmews.com/products/indy-v-neck-rainbow-crystal-fringe-mini-dress?fbclid=IwVERDUAVNyUVleHRuA2FlbQEwAHBkb2YBYWRpZAGrNVrFotA6c3J0YwZhcHBfaWQMMzUwNjg1NTMxNzI4AAEeFG0y7MuR4xTNjfkW15uBnx0tU-i8xX_Fgr6b2QS1gufyJ-yVRfpvwBuhLHQ_aem__hGx2Q3v8JG6KwJJ9Ihzpg&variant=42084038049852

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Pearlstillsinging · Yesterday 18:18

Wear it with trousers/leggings?

Starlightstarbright11 · Yesterday 18:36

I was thinking this maybe as a last resort

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AtIusvue · Yesterday 19:09

Buy sequin fringing and add another layer or two.

Awkwardisfunny · Yesterday 19:14

Yep, leggings or a pink skirt

BeingATwatItsABingThing · Yesterday 19:17

It looks like you can see skin through it. Can’t tell if it’s flesh coloured fabric or sheer material.

Starlightstarbright11 · Yesterday 19:17

Awkwardisfunny · Yesterday 19:14

Yep, leggings or a pink skirt

Any ideas on what type of pink skirt might work? I thought this initially. Thought perhaps a satin type style could work??

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TwoLeftSocksWithHoles · Yesterday 19:18

Bend your knees.

Starlightstarbright11 · Yesterday 19:18

AtIusvue · Yesterday 19:09

Buy sequin fringing and add another layer or two.

This sounds good. What's sequin fringing and where would I get it!

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anon2022anon · Yesterday 19:19

I don't know if there's any dresses similar, but these have the same vibe. They're made to order for the main part, and the owner has said she offers certain options included- longer/ shorter.
If there's nothing similar on the website, it's worth messaging to ask, she does custom too.

WINIFRED ROSE

https://www.winifredroseclothing.com/

pilates · Yesterday 19:20

It’s a sexy sassy dress leggings would kill
it.

Starlightstarbright11 · Yesterday 19:20

BeingATwatItsABingThing · Yesterday 19:17

It looks like you can see skin through it. Can’t tell if it’s flesh coloured fabric or sheer material.

Oh you're right. I thought it was flesh coloured but actually might be sheer

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Starlightstarbright11 · Yesterday 19:21

anon2022anon · Yesterday 19:19

I don't know if there's any dresses similar, but these have the same vibe. They're made to order for the main part, and the owner has said she offers certain options included- longer/ shorter.
If there's nothing similar on the website, it's worth messaging to ask, she does custom too.

Brilliant I'll have a look thanks

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Starlightstarbright11 · Yesterday 19:21

pilates · Yesterday 19:20

It’s a sexy sassy dress leggings would kill
it.

Actually think you're right here

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RedSpotTeaPot · Yesterday 19:22

How tall are you OP?
The details say the model is 5 foot 10. If you're shorter it might not be so short on you.

Starlightstarbright11 · Yesterday 19:24

RedSpotTeaPot · Yesterday 19:22

How tall are you OP?
The details say the model is 5 foot 10. If you're shorter it might not be so short on you.

I'm 5 3. Still think it'd be shorter than I'd be comfortable with

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whyohwhyohwhyohwhyohwhyohwhy · Yesterday 19:25

Trousers or leggings would ruin it. Either own it being see through and short or choose something else.

Starlightstarbright11 · Yesterday 19:29

whyohwhyohwhyohwhyohwhyohwhy · Yesterday 19:25

Trousers or leggings would ruin it. Either own it being see through and short or choose something else.

Fair point. Just struggling to find something as fabulous!

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Saintsgirl7 · Yesterday 19:29

If you're 5"3 that dress is coming almost to your knees.

growinguptobreakingdown · Yesterday 19:31

If something isn't totally right don't buy it.

RedSpotTeaPot · Yesterday 19:32

@Saintsgirl7 is right OP. If that dress was 7 inches longer on the model it would be to her knee.

Awkwardisfunny · Yesterday 19:32

Starlightstarbright11 · Yesterday 19:17

Any ideas on what type of pink skirt might work? I thought this initially. Thought perhaps a satin type style could work??

Yes, satin/silk types or even just glossy/shiny nude-coloured leggings / dancer-style tights/lycra.

Beige and pink on this link could look great (beige or nude for leggings would be better) - I'm not scouring for proper links, this is just for images(!):

www.ebay.co.uk/itm/286945835411?_skw=shiny+lycra+leggings&itmmeta=01M5ZDCKNJ543GSEDJTRPTZ6CM&hash=item42cf4df993:g:-54AAeSwg5xpGrwf&itmprp=enc%3AAQALAAAA0Cq3AKrCmW3ADytK56Q7MFiiSs62HlhIJeJYKuEA9ZU2PeC8cxh0aDLWfsmuS2ZgS4QpIpYuyPyERCY1Zx%2FKUnhglkB6%2FuaN53a8HrMNetjoltwm2foM2QPtoY8ors7NEALrmUZd3%2FeXWeOasOC8bIOMpxdfe5CSaM6--iaYMZLXayrfPj0%2FDpw%2F1XSqQlEQu3weIKQP4mdlrev4EaTWlKwjzni8xySXX27U%2F0GunaIp2MPgKyvzKpkI49kQP81ayaB8fv%2F4dlA%2BXMkGlWNHAuc%3D%7Ctkp%3ABk9SR_K6su2vaA&var=588978050306

Starlightstarbright11 · Yesterday 19:32

Saintsgirl7 · Yesterday 19:29

If you're 5"3 that dress is coming almost to your knees.

You may well be right there

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Starlightstarbright11 · Yesterday 19:33

Thank you!

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lovethepuppies · Yesterday 19:33

Have you looked at the videos on the link you shared ? There is very little coverage of a large portion of side boob and wondered if you had noticed this too , or are lucky enough to have gravity defying boobs, but less confirmed about your legs ?

Awkwardisfunny · Yesterday 19:33

Starlightstarbright11 · Yesterday 19:29

Fair point. Just struggling to find something as fabulous!

Nah, ignore that, you can wear leggings with anything as long as they're cute and the appropriate texture.