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Which of these dresses do you prefer? If any?

54 replies

sazzlelou · 09/04/2009 22:00

Hi.

I have my brothers wedding in August, my brother and his fiance are quite trendy and I want a dress thats a bit different.
I've found these four in the sale and thought I might see what they look like on.

What do you think?
Any suggestions?

Number 1

This in purple - Number 2

Number 3

Number 4

OP posts:
suwoo · 09/04/2009 22:07

I prefer number 4. They are all ok, but I think they are a bit skimpy for a wedding to be honest.

docket · 09/04/2009 22:07

I like the first one, in navy not pink (although depends on your colouring obviously). I really don't like number 2. 4 is okay

MargaretMountford · 09/04/2009 22:08

bit tacky,imo...sorry

LetThemEatCake · 09/04/2009 22:09

I agree suwoo. They're a wee bit tacky (sorry) - think it is the combination of length, detail and fabric that makes them OTT for a wedding.

Like, one shoulder would be fine if length more knee-grazing. Short would be fine if more cover on shoulders/ chest. Shiny fabric just looks a bit cheap.

Think you can do better.

janeite · 09/04/2009 22:09

I also think that they show far too much flesh for a wedding. You can get much nicer things for similar prices imho.

suwoo · 09/04/2009 22:10

Listen to letthemeatcake......she knows

mrsruffallo · 09/04/2009 22:10

Honestly? They are not trendy at all, if that was the point.
I think they are all horrible and a bit brassy for a wedding.
Now tell me your colouring, dress size and budget and I will help you search

KristinaM · 09/04/2009 22:12

i think they might be ok if you are very young, very slim and its the kind of wedding where everyone will be wearing that type of party dress

i think the colours are lovely

LetThemEatCake · 09/04/2009 22:14

sorry ... did not mean to sound like a know-it-all.

Original poster
sazzlelou · 09/04/2009 22:15

Right... I really don't know what to go for.

They are a bit short, but dresses are normally a bit longer on me, my legs are a bit short.

I've found some gorgeous one's on net-a-porter but way too expensive.

Right, i'm 5 foot 4, blonde and fair skinned. Size 8 on the bottom and 10 on top-ish depending on the shop.

Budget... up to £100ish but obviously the cheaper the better

TIA

OP posts:
suwoo · 09/04/2009 22:15

I didn't mean it in a sarky way- hope you didn't interpret it as that. I've seen your threads and know you like nice things

Original poster
sazzlelou · 09/04/2009 22:16

Oh and thanks for the advice, it's all good, I really don't know where to start

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LetThemEatCake · 09/04/2009 22:16

show us the ones you like on net-a-porter and then we can get an idea of what to look for

LetThemEatCake · 09/04/2009 22:17

nah, sorry suwoo - just feeling a bit sensitive. Blame it on the hormones

MollyRogerslikeanEasterabbit · 09/04/2009 22:20

how old are you sazzlelou? because if you are over 25, I'd hesitate at any of them...

suwoo · 09/04/2009 22:21

s'ok LTEC. I know the feeling

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sazzlelou · 09/04/2009 22:22

I like this one

I'll try find some of the other.
I'm really not good at dresses, more a jeans and t shirt kind of girl

I'm 23 btw

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MollyRogerslikeanEasterabbit · 09/04/2009 22:23

oh well, at your age with your figure, all will look good.

MollyRogerslikeanEasterabbit · 09/04/2009 22:23

oh well, at your age with your figure, all will look good.

KristinaM · 09/04/2009 22:23

sazz - how old are you?

what kind of wedding is it? eg cathedral followed by country house hotel, reg office then reception at trendy city hotel, hilltop ceremony then BBQ on farm ?

is it traditional? what are bride and bridesmaids wearing? groom?

KristinaM · 09/04/2009 22:24

sorry must type faster

LetThemEatCake · 09/04/2009 22:24

designer but not too expensive - choice of colours

also avail in 2 colours but a bit over budget

purplemunkey · 09/04/2009 22:24

I like number one in navy. Ted Baker do some really nice dresses.

I know what you mean about dresses being longer on you - I'm only 5'2'' so 'short' dresses normally sit just above the knee on me which I think is fine for a wedding.

Sounds like you have a great figure so why not wear what you will feel comfortable in.

Original poster
sazzlelou · 09/04/2009 22:25

Quite like this, especially the colour but again I don't know.
Arghhh weddings!

Monsoon

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LetThemEatCake · 09/04/2009 22:27

lots of wow factor and great for your figure type

not my cup of tea but quite a lot of va va voom

amazing with your colouring, also perfect for someone who is more bust than hip

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