Where does a 41 year old 5’2 matron of honor find a dress for a November wedding?!

[Anonymous]

Are you local, op?

If yes, head to Secondi in Dupont Circle. They have a huge selection of interesting things to try on.

And does it HAVE to be in the maroon family? Seems like it’s a cocktail affair, so I wouldn’t wear a long, formal, off the shoulder gown. Go try things on, and be willing to pay a little extra to get altered.

[Anonymous]

Just buy this dress. I promise you. I own it in multiple colors. It is outrageously flattering, looks age appropriate on ages 25 to 55, length will be great on you (it will hit close to your knees), and hits the sweet spot between wedding cocktail and the potential that other people will be dressed super casual.

https://www.milly.com/collections/dresses/products/liv-pleated-dress-wine

It's always available on the realreal and poshmark in a variety of colors and sizes so check there if you don't want to spend the cash for new.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:Just buy this dress. I promise you. I own it in multiple colors. It is outrageously flattering, looks age appropriate on ages 25 to 55, length will be great on you (it will hit close to your knees), and hits the sweet spot between wedding cocktail and the potential that other people will be dressed super casual.

https://www.milly.com/collections/dresses/products/liv-pleated-dress-wine

It's always available on the realreal and poshmark in a variety of colors and sizes so check there if you don't want to spend the cash for new.

That ruffle on the bottom hem is not good.

[Anonymous]

Anthropologie has an amazing line of dresses for wedding guests. Most stores carry some in stock, in the back in the fitting area. Try on to get your sizing. Then order online.

[Anonymous]

Look at ba&sh dresses. They’re beautiful:

https://ba-sh.com/us/p/dress-clovia-vert-3664784854227.html?_gl=1*aorzzj*_up*MQ..*_ga*MTIyOTczNTQ2OC4xNzI1NDY0ODQ0*_ga_V0KDVCDYHF*MTcyNTQ2NDg0NC4xLjEuMTcyNTQ2NDkwMi4wLjAuNjc5NTM5

https://ba-sh.com/us/p/dress-fazia-anthracite-3664784825418.html?_gl=1*rqg48b*_up*MQ..*_ga*MTIyOTczNTQ2OC4xNzI1NDY0ODQ0*_ga_V0KDVCDYHF*MTcyNTQ2NDg0NC4xLjEuMTcyNTQ2NTAxMy4wLjAuNjc5NTM5

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:Just buy this dress. I promise you. I own it in multiple colors. It is outrageously flattering, looks age appropriate on ages 25 to 55, length will be great on you (it will hit close to your knees), and hits the sweet spot between wedding cocktail and the potential that other people will be dressed super casual.

https://www.milly.com/collections/dresses/products/liv-pleated-dress-wine

It's always available on the realreal and poshmark in a variety of colors and sizes so check there if you don't want to spend the cash for new.

That ruffle on the bottom hem is not good.

It's not a a ruffle. It's a satin strip, that gives the dress a bit of structure on the bottom.

I kept seeing women in this dress and kept noticing how flawless they looked. Multiple different women over a period of years. That's why I tracked it down. It's basically the perfect dress.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:Look at ba&sh dresses. They’re beautiful:

https://ba-sh.com/us/p/dress-clovia-vert-3664784854227.html?_gl=1*aorzzj*_up*MQ..*_ga*MTIyOTczNTQ2OC4xNzI1NDY0ODQ0*_ga_V0KDVCDYHF*MTcyNTQ2NDg0NC4xLjEuMTcyNTQ2NDkwMi4wLjAuNjc5NTM5

https://ba-sh.com/us/p/dress-fazia-anthracite-3664784825418.html?_gl=1*rqg48b*_up*MQ..*_ga*MTIyOTczNTQ2OC4xNzI1NDY0ODQ0*_ga_V0KDVCDYHF*MTcyNTQ2NDg0NC4xLjEuMTcyNTQ2NTAxMy4wLjAuNjc5NTM5

Bash dresses look way to casual in real life. Not wedding appropriate.

[Anonymous]

What about a floral print?
https://www.karenmillen.com/us/ombre-floral-soft-pleated-one-shoulder-midaxi-dress/BKK20978.html?color=156

https://www.anthropologie.com/shop/bhldn-ruby-twist-halter-satin-gown4?category=dresses-formal&color=054&type=STANDARD&quantity=1

https://www.anthropologie.com/shop/black-halo-brielle-off-the-shoulder-slim-high-low-dress?category=dresses-occasion-cocktail&color=266&type=STANDARD&quantity=1

[Anonymous]

Another vote for Alex Evenings.
https://alexevenings.com/

I had good luck with JJ's House, too. Just be sure to give them very accurate measurements. My dress fit like a dream and was nicely made.

[Anonymous]

With those proportions, you need to just go to a store and try things on. Especially if you have free reign with style/color. Go to Nordstrom and find something you wouldn't mind wearing again.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:What about a floral print?
https://www.karenmillen.com/us/ombre-floral-soft-pleated-one-shoulder-midaxi-dress/BKK20978.html?color=156

https://www.anthropologie.com/shop/bhldn-ruby-twist-halter-satin-gown4?category=dresses-formal&color=054&type=STANDARD&quantity=1

https://www.anthropologie.com/shop/black-halo-brielle-off-the-shoulder-slim-high-low-dress?category=dresses-occasion-cocktail&color=266&type=STANDARD&quantity=1

OP is 5'1.

[Anonymous]

I’m your height and as much as I dislike both the mall and Macy’s when I needed a long dress for a wedding, they had the best petites selection. Online and at the stores.

[Anonymous]

What about something like this:

https://www.ralphlauren.com/women-clothing-dresses/twist-front-stretch-jersey-dress/0077883296.html?utm_source=CSE&utm_medium=GooglePLA__20509665269_&utm_source=PMax&utm_medium=GooglePLA__20509665269_&gad_source=1&gclid=Cj0KCQjwiuC2BhDSARIsALOVfBL6fExMltyqIhl-5QJfpmbzDWFXwLT9Lnim8TwD_inAeFeJhZ9sBf8aAiRrEALw_wcB&gclsrc=aw.ds

Do you want to be very formal (full length)? Will it be cool (New England fall) or hot (Florida fall)?

[Anonymous]

Is the quince knockoff of the antrho dress too casual? It is silk, which makes it a little dressier, and will be long on you (might need shortening). I feel like you'd get some wear out of it, which isn't the case with the JJ dresses:
https://www.quince.com/women/women-s-washable-stretch-silk-tiered-maxi-dress?color=wine-tasting&g_acctid=978-058-8398&g_adgroupid=169608750891&g_adid=703845811807&g_adtype=pla&g_campaign=&g_campaignid=21417780217&g_ifcreative=&g_ifproduct=product&g_keyword=&g_keywordid=aud-641881047053%3Apla-293946777986&g_merchantid=128669708&g_network=g&g_partition=293946777986&g_productchannel=online&g_productid=46010060308650&gad_source=1&gclid=Cj0KCQjwiuC2BhDSARIsALOVfBInmzpA97o7qnTpEzGnShMQZnYaSQHit2JHMOqHoaEuv1UBIlysqk0aAqLJEALw_wcB&size=l&utm_campaign=&utm_medium=paid_search&utm_source=google&utm_term=46010060308650

[Anonymous]

I sort of love this (from lulus!) but don't know if it would work with your bust:
https://www.nordstrom.com/s/classic-elegance-cocktail-dress/7990001?origin=category-personalizedsort&breadcrumb=Home%2FWomen%2FClothing%2FDresses&fashioncolor=Burgundy&color=930

I also like this one:
https://www.nordstrom.com/s/fluid-long-sleeve-satin-faux-wrap-midi-dress/7925064?origin=category-personalizedsort&breadcrumb=Home%2FWomen%2FClothing%2FDresses&fashioncolor=Burgundy&color=930

and this one:
https://www.nordstrom.com/s/dress-the-population-tiffany-one-shoulder-midi-dress/5064746?origin=category-personalizedsort&breadcrumb=Home%2FWomen%2FClothing%2FDresses&fashioncolor=Burgundy&color=934

Don't search wedding guest -- just search on nordstrom for a burgendy or plum cocktail dress and there are tons of pretty options, and lots for under $200.