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Post by trtlcrzy on Mar 8, 2018 20:15:10 GMT -6
I am invited to a bridal shower with a bachelorette party immediately following in mid April. The theme of the Bach party is “last sail before the vail” so nautical. They requested we wear stripes. Of course I like to dress nice for bridal showers so I need something that fits the theme but can be dressed up or changed for the Bach party. A little about my body: I am 5’2, large chest and carry my weight in my tummy. I would prefer something that will slim me or at the very least not make me look pregnant. Budget of under $100 if possible. I plan to wear these shoes (or something similar)
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Post by trtlcrzy on Mar 8, 2018 20:16:06 GMT -6
Oh, and no off the shoulder because I don’t have a good strapless bra
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Post by yummeecookee on Mar 8, 2018 20:46:40 GMT -6
Oh, and no off the shoulder because I don’t have a good strapless bra I know you said no off shoulder but this is cold shoulder, so you can still wear a normal bra. If the stripes aren’t a deal breaker. I mean navy is super nautical. I’m thinking of getting this in yellow.
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Post by trtlcrzy on Mar 8, 2018 20:48:03 GMT -6
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Post by trtlcrzy on Mar 8, 2018 20:48:37 GMT -6
That’s really cute yummeecookee the invite specifically says to wear stripes so I don’t think that one will work.
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Post by yummeecookee on Mar 8, 2018 20:50:56 GMT -6
Awww ok. Back to the drawing board
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Post by yummeecookee on Mar 8, 2018 21:00:36 GMT -6
Yea, that one’s cute! And you can totally pull the straps up. I have a top that I do that with bc it always rides up anyways.
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Post by mwhip on Mar 9, 2018 7:30:05 GMT -6
Are themed bachelorette parties a thing now? And dictating what you have to wear? If one of my friends tried to tell me I HAD to wear something to her party, I'd laugh in her face.
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Post by trtlcrzy on Mar 9, 2018 7:39:50 GMT -6
Are themed bachelorette parties a thing now? And dictating what you have to wear? If one of my friends tried to tell me I HAD to wear something to her party, I'd laugh in her face. I feel like they’ve been a thing for a long time. I think it’s fun and I really don’t mind. I know 7/8 years ago when I was getting married I’d hear about people having the guests wear black and then the bride wears white. I didn’t have a theme or anything like that.
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Post by mwhip on Mar 9, 2018 7:45:09 GMT -6
Are themed bachelorette parties a thing now? And dictating what you have to wear? If one of my friends tried to tell me I HAD to wear something to her party, I'd laugh in her face. I feel like they’ve been a thing for a long time. I think it’s fun and I really don’t mind. I know 7/8 years ago when I was getting married I’d hear about people having the guests wear black and then the bride wears white. I didn’t have a theme or anything like that. I think the last bachelorette party I went to was probably 15 years ago? I did go to one after E was born, but we all went to the Royals game. I'm sure it's cute, having everyone match so you can tell who all is with the party!
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Post by klong11 on Mar 9, 2018 8:14:54 GMT -6
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Post by Sunny41 on Mar 9, 2018 8:23:44 GMT -6
I like these. I'm not sure how they would look on trtlcrzy body shape because I closed them before thinking about that. But cute
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Post by yummeecookee on Mar 9, 2018 9:02:39 GMT -6
Are themed bachelorette parties a thing now? And dictating what you have to wear? If one of my friends tried to tell me I HAD to wear something to her party, I'd laugh in her face. Yea, I think every Bach party I have been to has had some specific dress requirement.
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Post by guster on Mar 9, 2018 14:50:29 GMT -6
I like that wrap dress, slenle. I have a shower in April that I might like it for.
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Post by flamingo on Mar 9, 2018 19:50:17 GMT -6
I love that Vineyard Vines one trtlcrzy . I ordered something from there recently and since then that dress has been popping up on my FB feed. eta: are you wanting a dress or could you do a cute striped top with white jeans? That could also be a cute, very nautical look.
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Post by trtlcrzy on Mar 9, 2018 23:33:53 GMT -6
I love that Vineyard Vines one trtlcrzy . I ordered something from there recently and since then that dress has been popping up on my FB feed. eta: are you wanting a dress or could you do a cute striped top with white jeans? That could also be a cute, very nautical look. I was thinking that might be an option too. I wear jeans all the time though so I thought a dress would be a nice change.
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Post by trtlcrzy on Mar 11, 2018 11:02:42 GMT -6
Ok. I ordered a few things from old navy. Once they are in I will try them on and see what you guys think.
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Post by trtlcrzy on Apr 3, 2018 14:30:24 GMT -6
Ok. I finally got around to this. Ignore the smears all over my mirror courtesy of H. I also need to get a spray tan before the shower so I don’t look so ghostly. PDQ
Dress with jean jacket Poof
Dress alone Poof
Dress with white cardigan Poof
Or I saw a bright red cardigan at target I could buy to make it a little more nautical If you think that would be better. I also think I’m going to try to find some wedge espadrilles instead of theses heels.
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Post by peachsmama on Apr 3, 2018 14:32:54 GMT -6
I like the jacket best. You look cute!
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Post by wedding on Apr 3, 2018 14:34:25 GMT -6
I just got that dress in a different pattern and love it! Be wary of strong winds. I flashed half of New Orleans last night wearing it!
I like the denim jacket the best if it’s casual enough.
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Post by wineallthetime on Apr 3, 2018 14:35:02 GMT -6
I think I'd vote red or navy cardigan.
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Post by slenle on Apr 3, 2018 14:40:39 GMT -6
I like the dress alone! maybe add a red statement necklace to play up the nautical? And I like the jacket if you need to throw something on if it’s cooler.
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Post by klong11 on Apr 3, 2018 14:43:17 GMT -6
I like the denim jacket.
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Post by lfig on Apr 3, 2018 14:45:16 GMT -6
I like the denim jacket! And I love the idea of adding a red statement necklace!
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Post by mwhip on Apr 3, 2018 14:45:27 GMT -6
Where is the party? If it's casual, I'd go with the denim. If it's more dressy, then a cardigan.
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Post by trtlcrzy on Apr 3, 2018 14:52:59 GMT -6
I like the dress alone! maybe add a red statement necklace to play up the nautical? And I like the jacket if you need to throw something on if it’s cooler. It’s in 2 weeks and I don’t think it’ll be warm enough without something on my arms. But I could definitely do a statement necklace, that’s a good idea.
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Post by trtlcrzy on Apr 3, 2018 14:54:14 GMT -6
Where is the party? If it's casual, I'd go with the denim. If it's more dressy, then a cardigan. the bridal shower is at the maid of honor’s house, and then from there we are riding around in a limo for a couple hours and then staying at some podunk fishing lodge. I don’t think it’s going to be very fancy.
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