please help me find an inexpensive dress for a wedding

[NandaB]

I need wedding attire help!

We have a wedding this weekend and next. I just tried on the dress I was going to wear to both and I look pregnant. Like, legit with child.

I need a dress (or shirt and top) that doesn't make me look knocked up or like a whale. I typically like an empire waist, but I think that's the problem in this situation. My stomach is still my big problem area, so that shape dress is just.emphasizing my fatness.

I'm 5'10' and generally a size 14. So not thin, but generally proportioned. However, even though the rest of me is generally that same size/shape(rectangular, not too curvy except in the boob region) my stomach is still super fat and jiggly and lumpy.

Please help! Doesn't need to be super dressy, but does need to be cheap, lol. Wrap dress? Skirt and blousy top?



ETA: Generally, generally......generally

[cabbagecabbage]

I hate seperates at weddings so I vote dress. I'm about your size but a different shape. I've seen women with your build look amazing in sheaths, especially ruched sheath dresses.

[cabbagecabbage]

Twenty bucks!
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[nicolewi]

Oh, you sound like me. It's soooo crappy and NOTHING looks good. B/c I am fairly "normal" looking otherwise, and have thin legs, but a big belly, I'm even more likely to have people think I'm pregnant. I had two weddings this summer and TOTALLY still looked pregnant in everything. Sometimes I see people looking curiously at my stomach.

Even though it wasn't my first choice, I did the separates thing. It worked out fine and I have no regrets. I wore a straight, knee-length black skirt with a long top to each one, with jewelry and dressy shoes. That was by far the best choice for me out of the options I had. I got a shirt cheap at JCP that worked out--kind of a silky tunic thingy. For the wedding we just had a couple weeks ago, I felt like I could not wear the SAME skirt yet again. I bought a skirt and top at Kohl's, and again, it was fine...not the best, but it was fine. I got a flow-y, pleated knee length skirt. Thought the pleats would be horrible but actually it looked nice. Wore it, again, with a longer-length top and jewelry.

Wrap dresses are horrible on me. I recommend the separates. Or, if you are a bit further along than I am on getting rid of the tummy, I have had luck in the past with baby weight with a straight, PATTERNED, sheath-type dress. Seems like a bad idea, but it looks pretty good. Can wear with a long dressy cardigan, too.

[nicolewi]

Also, I can'tget Spanx to work for me. WTH? I just end up feeling super uncomfortable and they seem to make little difference.

[justbecause]

I would go to Old Navy. Lots of cheap dresses. Maxi dresses are pretty good. The TJ Maxx here sometimes has some good stuff for cheapish.
I've done the skirt and nicer top route as well. Depends on how formal the event is? I wore the skirt/top combo to a wedding at an alpaca farm. I feel like dresses are more formal for some reason.

[Deleted]

I think I would go for a dress, but something a little structured - not too flowy. Or pair it with a cute blazer/jacket to make it look more polished. I think flowy can look like maternity clothes.

[Deleted]

Another vote for old navy if you're wanting something flattering and less expensive. Lbd is the way to go. I have a fit and flare black dress from in that was like 25 bucks and I dress it up or down and get a ton of compliments. It hides the tummy and is great if you are busty.

[NandaB]

Thanks guys. I'm gonna check old navy and gal Monday when my kids are in school. Tj maxx is close too, thanks

cabbagecabbage, why does that model look so confused and disheveled??

[expectantsteelerfan]

My stomach is my problem area too, and for my bil's wedding this summer i seriously hunted for a dress that looked like it was a separate skirt and shirt, but still a dress. I ended up finding one, and the way it fit was like a pencil skirt with the top part puffed out a bit, so that really helped disguise my stomach issues.

[quesyrah]

I would go for an A line. If my kid stops having tantrums today (we're on #4) I'll get you some links

[dizzycooks]

Sept 26, 2015 10:12:26 GMT -5 runningfish said:

m.target.com/p/floral-lace-a-line-dress-lapis-beige/-/A-39602860

This with spanx?



m.target.com/p/chiass-embellished-sleev-drss-plum/-/A-39603817

This with spanx?


Just spanx? Seriously, I wore them like everyday for the first six months after I had a kid.

I love love love the first link! Adorable and classy

[nicolewi]

Love it too, but I can't wear anything with a tie at the waist right now.

[gennyu]

I think a fit and flare style will minimize your stomach but making your hip look wider.

Love these fall colors.  Only $30!

oldnavy.gap.com/browse/product.do?vid=1&pid=725375012#close

[lattelady5]

I think dresses with ruched tummies (am I spelling that right?) Dresses are flattering on everyone. I have had a lot of good luck at tj max and marhsalls. Dresses under $20 that look great. I like old Navy too but their dresses tend to fit me funny.

[usm]

I am shaped the same way. I have found a lot of dresses at TJ MaXX. I look for thicker fabric and if I do empire waist I look for something with a thick band under the boobs. I have had good luck at JCRew Factory too.

[usm]

factory.jcrew.com/womens_clothing/new_arrivals/dresses/PRDOVR~C8744/99104066561/ENE~1+2+218+22+4294967294+216+205~15~P_saleprice%7C0~216+17+4294962028~15~~~~~~~/C8744.jsp?isFromSale=true&un_jtt_v_pdp=yes

[usm]

This is the style with the wider belt. I don't know if wool is a good option though.

factory.jcrew.com/womens-clothing/suiting/dresses/PRDOVR~02537/99103822150/ENE~1+2+218+22+4294967294+216+205~60~P_saleprice%7C0~216+17+4294962028~15~~~~~~~/02537.jsp?isFromSale=true&un_jtt_v_pdp=yes

[NandaB]

Yau, I found two at Ross!! I'll post pics later, but if anyone needs a dress go to Ross now!

[NandaB]

Ok, here is the one for the 3pm in someone's yard wedding. Its blue with little cutouts all over nd a nude lining. like it and it fits me well...except its pretty short and I'm feeling self conscience about it. Tell me if I'm too old to wear a dress this short. And no, I'm not wearing tights, its fucking hot here.

[NandaB]

Here is the second one. It's navy with navy beading on the neckline. Its dressier and a more appropriate length. Lol. This is for the next weekend in Chicago. I'll wear nude pumps with this one.

[dizzycooks]

Nope, not too short (as long as you sit like a lady ) It's cute! As you said, it's hot. Enjoy!! The second one looks beautiful as well.

[Deleted]

Not too short, but if you feel self conscious, switch to flats, it will make it feel a little bit longer. Love the second dress-navy is big right now!

[quesyrah]

That second one is gorgeous!!

First one doesn't look too short but if you're self conscious will you be comfortable?

[NandaB]

Thanks guys. Que- I'm a spaz, sp I will likely feel uncomfortable no matter what I'm wearing. So fuck it. I look cute and I may as well show of my legs,as they are the least fat part of me right now

[cabbagecabbage]

You have great legs and that dress looks good. I have the sensibilities of an old lady and it doesn't look even a smidge too short to me.

[Kcthepouchh8r]

::judging short dress::









Just kidding. Looks great. Have fun!

[NandaB]

Oct 1, 2015 13:21:14 GMT -5 Kcthepouchh8r said:

::judging short dress::









Just kidding. Looks great. Have fun!

When I posted it I was like, even if the majority of people think it's too short I know that hussy KC has got my back

[Kcthepouchh8r]

Oct 1, 2015 15:45:12 GMT -5 NandaB said:

Oct 1, 2015 13:21:14 GMT -5 Kcthepouchh8r said:

::judging short dress::









Just kidding. Looks great. Have fun!

When I posted it I was like, even if the majority of people think it's too short I know that hussy KC has got my back

#correct

Short dresses, leggings as pants and juniors department clothes for everyone!!!!11!!!