No idea what I should be looking for clothes wise. I have no dress sense and am overweight so everything looks crap on me. I'm 5'3", dress size 12-14 (depending on shop and style), am rather curvaceous, neat waist but large backside, wobbly thighs and thick legs/ankles. Any suggestions about what style of clothes I should look for / avoid and any good shops to look in? Want something nice but dont want to end up in the same outfit as other guests and dont want to spend more that £150 if I can avoid it.
2006-10-24 03:09:50 · 11 answers · asked by Anonymous in Beauty & Style ➔ Fashion & Accessories
It's not MY wedding - I'm one of the guests.
2006-10-24 03:15:47 · update #1
go into any Debenhams store and ask the customer advisers on the counter, they are all trained in colour,style and fit. (Trinney and Susanna style)
They'll be able to help you and there usually spot on.
They can help you pick out clothes, shoes and accessories.
2006-10-24 03:15:29 · answer #1 · answered by Heather 5 · 3⤊ 0⤋
I think a nice, tailored pantsuit in a dark jewel tone, such as plum, deep purple or teal blue would be beautiful on you. Under the jacket you could wear a lace cami, or a silk scarf that picks up the color of your outfit. You want to bring the focus to the upper part of your body. Finally, a pair of bejeweled earrings and a pretty bracelet or ring will complete the outfit. I'd wear a nice pair of pumps -- either suede or patent, or an ankle boot with at least a 2" heel. Then a spritz of a spicy or piney fragrance, and you're all set. Have a great time at the wedding!
2006-10-24 03:23:42 · answer #2 · answered by gldjns 7 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Marilyn Monroe had a figure just like yours! So look to her for inspiration, if it's a super posh do go for 50's glamour with long satin nipped in waisted dresses (watch how to marry a millionaire and you'll see what I mean!)
If it's less formal this season's trends are very 40's and 50's inspired as well, with cute pencil skirts (which hide thighs) and nipped in waists wear a large belt around the smallest part of your waist to emphasise it like Marilyn, and a cute little jacket.
Or a classic trouser suit is always elegant.
Designers at Debanhama is a good starting place!
Have fun and hope you find something wonderful!
2006-10-24 03:18:34 · answer #3 · answered by Bijoukitten26 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
It seems to me that you do not so much need style advice as therapy! Overweight? 5'3'' and a size 14? That is exactly normal! As some others have suggested most good department stores have personal shoppers who will give invaluable advice. ( I suppose I'm biased since I am 5'3'' and a size 12 to 14 but most people consider me slim and I'd rather like to be more "curvaceous"!)
2006-10-24 03:43:02 · answer #4 · answered by Cheryl M 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
My friend is a similar size and when I got married last Novenber she was also in a bit of a panic about what to wear. After trying on the entire range in all the shops (it seemed!!) the shops that came out with the best fitting outfits were Coast and Kew. She ended up with a skirt from Kew and a fancy wrap around top from Coast. And looked fab!
2006-10-24 05:46:10 · answer #5 · answered by bottomburps 4 · 1⤊ 0⤋
Go for a tunic over a pair of tailored trousers. Pick a tunic in a bright colour and detail around the neckline to deter attention from your bum! Pick trousers that just skim your legs, but not too high waisted. Tunics are very in this season!! Good luck!!
2006-10-24 03:37:48 · answer #6 · answered by izzie269 1 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I'd go for a trouser suit with a fitted jacket and a low, low cut top (to show off your fabulous cleavage!), a pair of killer heels and matching handbag and you're going to look fantastic! Enjoy the wedding.
2006-10-24 03:20:32 · answer #7 · answered by Roxy 6 · 2⤊ 0⤋
try a nice suit instead of trousers get a long skirt try brown and a nice cream top high heels and a nice bag to match brown is all the fashion now so it shouldnt be too hard to find something
2006-10-24 04:19:57 · answer #8 · answered by smiley 4 · 0⤊ 0⤋
I would so go slinky with what your telling me.... a white/beige pant outfit . The top needs to extend to your hips covering your stomach and not baggy...fitted. Your pants do not need to be oversized witch means that your thighs do not need to like mchammer. they should be slim, stright and fitted as well. I say slinky because it gives you room to move. it will also give your curvatious backside a smoother look.
2006-10-24 03:26:24 · answer #9 · answered by mcshankel04 2 · 0⤊ 1⤋
I would advice u 2 run to forever 21... NOW. theyv got lovely sh#t at seriously reasonable prices
2006-10-24 05:42:50 · answer #10 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋