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I ordered this dress/wedding

15 years ago

The girls both liked this dress, I am not sure if its dressy enough but I like it. Its from the link Mona Blair posted. I ordered it in black. If for some reason I don't like it I will return and order one of the other two that *I* liked and DD's didn't! LOL

This was in Petite sizes and the others were'nt so they'd need to be at the least hemmed.

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evatx
15 years ago
I think it's absolutely gorgeous!
nodakgal
Original Author
15 years ago
PS THANK YOU everyone!
Thanks Mona for the link too!
Now cross your fingers! LOL
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mrsmarv
15 years ago
Very pretty...and dressy ;o)
Lindsey_CA
15 years ago
That's a beautiful dress and in my opinion it certainly is dressy enough! You're going to look fabulous!
glenda_al
15 years ago
I like it, I like it!
Know you will be stunning in the dress!
naughtykitty
15 years ago
Sexy mamma! I hope you love it when you get it! Very pretty.
danihoney
15 years ago
Oh my! I absolutely HAVE to have one just like it. That is so pretty! Careful not to be prettier than the bride! :o)
lindyluwho
15 years ago
Beautiful dress. Perfect for MOB.

Linda
judy_jay
15 years ago
Lovely dress. Wish I had somewhere to wear it if I had it. LOL!
grammahony
15 years ago
That is a very nice dress Connie. It looks very comfortable. I love the way the top drapes.
Leslie
gramzeeinmd
15 years ago
Connie,
I really like the dress and I am sure you will look great in it.
Deb
wildchild
15 years ago
I love it. Plenty dressy. Simple is classy. Too many sequins and stones aren't dressy, they can look a bit too Vegas for my taste. It's perfect.
Happy_Go_Lucky_Gayle
15 years ago
In the words of Paris Hilton..."That's Hot!"

Gayle
stephanie_in_ga
15 years ago
That is gorgeous!
jen_tx
15 years ago
That is such a pretty dress. You'll look smashing! Now, do you have shoes? lol
nodakgal
Original Author
15 years ago
LOL Nope Jen! Still gotta find shoes. I looked at them on the website and I liked several of them, but dang 3 and 4 inch heels? Plus I want to know they are comfortable, so now I will be on the look out for comfy shoes everywhere I go! Hey how about some crocs? ;)
bunny_lover
15 years ago
Connie, I think that is a great choice! Now, Good luck with the shoes!
imabest
15 years ago
Connie that is so very pretty you will look great I am sure.
It also looks like it will be very comfortable and dressy
hope you have a great day!!!!!!!hugs Imabest
Pieonear
15 years ago
You'll look so cute in that dress!
summer_tx
15 years ago
Oh, that is a very pretty dress Connie. I think you will be beautiful in it.
linda_in_iowa
15 years ago
You will be one "hot" MOB.
mamatoad
15 years ago
That's a beautiful MOB dress and it is definitely dressy enough! I like the neckline and the simple, classy lines. You will look lovely in that. Good Choice! Bettye
donna_oh
15 years ago
WOW---can't wait to see you all dressed up!

Donna (^_^)
clubm
15 years ago
I love it. It's gorgeous!
gwanny2three
15 years ago
I love it Connie! Isn't it nice to finally decide on one?? I got mine last week and it fits! I was so afraid I'd have to send it back at least once for a good fit. I looked at shoes online too, I found alot that I like but the wedding is on the grass and I don't do well in really high heels. I am picturing myself getting the heels sunk into the grass and I can't move! LOL....my kids and DH say I worry about the weirdest things! I will look for a wider heel! I have to have the height though because the dress is almost to my ankles and I need to appear taller than I am so I won't look like I'm on stumps!
I love your dress though...good choice!
yborgal
15 years ago
I love the dress you chose. It's classy, sexy, tasteful and dressy....very appropriate for the MOB.
sharon_fl
15 years ago
Now you're talkin'...you SEXY THANG!! It has a classy elegance to it and the neckline is so becoming. Soft, flowing & graceful. FIERCE!
satine_2008
15 years ago
Please tell me what the site is where you found this beautiful dress. I can't seem to find the original post. I have been looking everywhere for a mob dress that doesn't look like a prom dress! Im 62 and "fluffy" and think that style might work for me. I actually registered today after being a long time lurker. Thanks in advance. Satine
trishaw
15 years ago
That dress is beautiful. You will look so classy in it too!

Trish
nodakgal
Original Author
15 years ago
Satine 2008, Mona Blair was kind enough to give this site as a plce to check. She got her outfit there for her DD's wedding also. This dress is so cheaply priced I hope it looks as good in person! LOL

Here is a link that might be useful: Metrostyle
margad
15 years ago
That is a beautiful dress. Just perfect.
satine_2008
15 years ago
Nodakgal, thanks for the link. Unfortunately I need plus sized and they don't carry that. Im really disappointed because they had a nice selection of dresses. Good luck with yours. Satine
ritamay91710
15 years ago
VERY pretty!!!!
pump_toad
15 years ago
That is one stunning dress !
I checked the Website for career dresses and could not believe the sexy dresses.Guess I haven't had a career for so long I had no idea that these would be considered career dresses. LOL!
Enjoy the Wedding. You will look beautiful in that dress.
Lois
wendylynders
15 years ago
It is very beautiful! I love it!!!!

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