My niece is getting married in May. The reception will be outside. Her colors are mauves and purples--though I'm not sure I have to wear something in that color family.
I'm looking for a dress that has sleeves and isn't too low in the front or back. Also, I would love it to be below the knee. Recently I've gained weight in my KNEES (it is the darnedest thing!) and all the sudden knee length stuff isn't looking too hot.
I'd love for something to accentuate my waist which is still small. I'd also love for it not to be too tight through the tummy as I still have a bit of a mummy tummy from my 4 c-sections.
I'm currently a size M in tops and 6 to 8 in jeans. I am currently exercising and trying to lose about ten pounds. But I'm not sure I'm going to get there by the end of May! Instead of beating myself up about it, I've determined to just get myself a really beautiful dress and love my middle aged body. Would love any leads you might have!
I'm not much of a shopper and I don't really know where to start. I just tried on a bunch of dresses at Old Navy which is where I discovered that my knees aren't cute anymore, lol. I liked the "short sleeved waist defined" dresses on me but I'm afraid that since I have a bit more in the bust I look more like a medieval serving wench than an appropriate middle aged aunt, lol.
Money is an issue but I'm in a position where I can afford to spend a little more than I would have in the past. I can't imagine spending more than $100 but might consider it for a dress that I could wear much more than once (like maybe regularly to church?)
Thanks in advance!