Fashion help (wedding), please!

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My AdorAble niece is getting married in two weeks.:D

 

She is LDS, so we only attend the reception.;)

 

She has chosen an evening, dinner reception at her parent's home in the mountains. It will be outside, dressy-but not formal.

 

Here is my fashion challenge. I cannot wear heals, so I'm thinking ballet flats.:confused: I've gained 20 lbs in 6 mos-mostly settled around my middle and chest. Since I'm 5'4", and small boned, I feel quite heavy.:glare:

 

What kind of dress/skirt to wear that will look nice with the limitation of ballet flats?:confused:

 

I'm a visual person, so links would be great!:001_smile:

 

TIA!

[godsaggie]

I think your best bet is a long skirt. I have a similar build/size as you. I love my broomstick skirt. It can be casual or dressy depending on what type of blouse I wear. Here is one that might help with your visual: http://www.lanebryant.com/plus-size-dresses-skirts/view-all/embellished-crinkle-skirt/4031c17320p141523/index.pro

[3browneyedboys4me]

I agree with the broomstick skirt. I actually just bought a black broomstick dress that is adorable. I'm 5'4 too. I think they are really cute and can be dressed up or down.

[sgo95]

What about a pair of dressy flat sandals?

Black sandals

White sandals

Gold sandals

 

Then you could pair it with a knee-length dress that emphasizes a high waist right under the bust line and flares away. Blue dress

Or this one with a belt to define your waist visually. Belted dress

 

Or if you really like ballet flats, how about this flared skirt with a top that draws attention to your bOOks like this ruched knot top?

[Ellie]

There are no rules on what to wear for the reception. :)

 

I would probably not wear a full-length dress, but any kind of dressier dress or pants will be fine, whatever looks good with the shoes (I like ballet flats, too).