Prom dress for teacher.

RedBern

twinklie wrote: »

Also the last time I went shopping I had a big cry in the middle of town because I couldn't cope...lol. I was shopping for a coat. That's why I'm starting now...to reduce the pressure. I bloody hate clothes shopping.

:rotfl: sorry! Get yourself down to a vintage shop - classy drresses, something you can wear again and not show lots of cleavage etc.

slummymummyof3

Monsoon sale rack? Or if you live near Bicester Village (or similar) they have a Monsoon outlet store.

Bronnie

I also think understated and classy is the way to go.

I think this is a lovely dress, especially if you are petite, you could wear it with nude court shoes. Oasis dresses can be a bit on the short side, but if you're only 5'4" it should be ok. I think you could dress it up with the right bag and jewellery for the prom, but it would be a versatile dress for your wardrobe too.

http://www.johnlewis.com/204718/Style.aspx


If you hate shopping, keep it simple, there's no need to build it up to be a nightmare!! Browse and order online with a credit card if you have one and try on at home or collect your online order from store where you can just go down for a short shopping trip and try on immediately and get a refund straight away if it doesn't suit.

hoogervaaner

Another vote for vintage here particularly with your height and size, you really will be spoilt for choice. Do visit a shop or vintage fair to try on; or make sure you know your measurements and the returns policy if using the internet as I am a size 8-10 but take a 1950's 12-14. At a recent vintage fair I bought a gorgeous Jean Allen dress for £25 and do recommend fairs for choice and bargain prices. Just google vintage fair and your area and you should find some good results.

brighthair

this is really pretty - dorothy perkins seem to have a few in - if you click on dresses, then going out dresses, you can view them all
http://www.dorothyperkins.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/ProductDisplay?beginIndex=0&viewAllFlag=&catalogId=33053&storeId=12552&productId=2235633&langId=-1&sort_field=Relevance&categoryId=208782&parent_categoryId=226988&sort_field=Relevance&pageSize=20

buyitall

There are some nice evening dresses here:



http://www.debenhams.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/Navigate?ps=default&storeId=10001&sfn=Size&lid=%2F%2Fproductsuniverse%2Fen_GB%2Fproduct_online%3DY%2Fcategories%3C{productsuniverse_d1_sale}%2Fcategories%3C{productsuniverse_d1_sale_18661}%2Fwomens_size%3E{8}&catalogId=10001&sfv=8#catalogId=10001&lid=//productsuniverse/en_GB/product_online%3DY/categories%3C{productsuniverse_d1_sale}/categories%3C{productsuniverse_d1_sale_18661}/womens_size%3E{8}/categories%3C{productsuniverse_d1_sale_18661_17627}&ps=max&sfn=Categories&sfv=Dresses&storeId=10001

They are all the dresses in size 8 in the Debenhams sale at the moment, not all special occasion dresses but lots of them are. Think there are some new codes around too - try on at home without the stress of the shops?

hollylangman37

Personally think this is gorgous
http://www.goddiva.co.uk/Home/evening-dresses/Asymmetric-Floral-Goddess-Dress

I wouldn't go for anything too bodycon, sounds like you could pull it off with your bodyshape but might not be suitable for the occasion.

Have you looked at anything like this: http://www.cemelondon.com/dress/_/cleo-black-one-shoulder-jersey-maxi-dress or http://www.freemans.com/Lipsy-Appliqu!-Shirt-Dress/productdisplay.stm?An=681&A=240112%5F8&N=426+4294965462+681+699+706+4294957320&Nao=48&Au=P%5FMasterItem&Nu=P%5FMasterItem&Ns=P%5FColour%7C0%7C%7CP%5FSize%7C0

Bennifred

brighthair wrote: »

this is really pretty - dorothy perkins seem to have a few in - if you click on dresses, then going out dresses, you can view them all
http://www.dorothyperkins.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/ProductDisplay?beginIndex=0&viewAllFlag=&catalogId=33053&storeId=12552&productId=2235633&langId=-1&sort_field=Relevance&categoryId=208782&parent_categoryId=226988&sort_field=Relevance&pageSize=20

This would be perfect! You'd feel comfortable not wearing something revealing, as you're a jeans gal; it's dressy enough to show you've made an effort; and you could wear it for many other occasions accessorised differently (staff Christmas party?)!

Bronnie

Bennifred wrote: »

This would be perfect! You'd feel comfortable not wearing something revealing, as you're a jeans gal; it's dressy enough to show you've made an effort; and you could wear it for many other occasions accessorised differently (staff Christmas party?)!

I agree, I think that dress is spot on too!!

gambit27

Bennifred wrote: »

This would be perfect! You'd feel comfortable not wearing something revealing, as you're a jeans gal; it's dressy enough to show you've made an effort; and you could wear it for many other occasions accessorised differently (staff Christmas party?)!

I agree too, this dress is gorgeous, you could wear it with a pair of kitten heels, try ebay for shoes as you can pick up great bargains brand new, particularly if you won't wear them often. Have a look at dresses on there too, I've picked up some designer dresses almost brand new for under a tenner!