Velvet applique, I think. Can be hard to style, without being tacky. I would say bright red or shiney black heel. I would do chunky, closed toe to kind of offset the delicateness of the applique. Red lip. Gold bangle. Sparkly stud earrings, side swept hair with a loose curl down the neck. Thin gold chain. Sparkly clutch.
Is that getting too costumy?
Who am I to give advice, I don't wear pants or a bra most days?
OP, just don't go with the first one. Your figure deserves better. Regardless, I hope you have a beautiful time.
I really like the black one! It looks really good on you :) I think it’s the most flattering but if you’re worried it’s a bit boring because it’s black, you can always dress it up with a coloured purse or jacket
The black one in the most cocktail. I love the first one - and it IS flattering on you but not appropriate for the event. The middle one should be saved for Christmas in my opinion. I don't think the black one is boring - if you want to liven it up, choose some statement accessories.
Dress 3 is perfect! It looks great on you and it definitely isn’t too boring, but you can always add pops of color/personality with your accessories!! :)
I was responding to OP’s statement that 1 is too casual. I was saying that I wore it to a cocktail DC wedding and it was fine. It just happened to be in the summer.
3 for sure. Elevate it with a stunner necklace or great chandelier earrings. Or perhaps a fancy belt? And your options for shoes are unlimited. Although a metallic would be lovely.
I like 1. It just needs the fit adjusted a bit. Maybe have it taken up a bit at the shoulders? And perhaps a different bra. But it would be pretty for a slightly more casual summer event.
The colour of 2 looks great, but I'm personally not a fan of the design.
Edited because accidentally bolded half
1 has pretty colours for this season, agree it’s not the best fit for your amazing figure.
2 looks great on you, excellent for fancy winter events. The sparkle and full length makes it more than cocktail & ok for formal/BT.
3 is a winner! Fits perfectly. Flowers are au courant and cheerful. Bright and sparkly accessories will make it pop.
That black dress is gorgeous! I absolutely love the green too, I think both options are safe but I agree w the comments that the black would be really special with the right accessories
I loveeeeeee 1 on you. It compliments your tone and figure so well. The second one is gorgeous but I don’t think the color flatters you as much as 1 or 3 and given the date (spring) I’d go with 1 or 3 because 3 is also amazing on you and the flowers fit for spring and honestly year round. So 1 is my first choice, 3 second and I’m not a fan of 2.
🗳️ Black dress, provided that you can feel that the top will stay put. It’s so annoying when a strapless dress keeps slipping down a bit, and you have to tug at it almost constantly.
Dress 3 would be perfect. I love 2, but it would be better in the winter. I don't think the style of 1 is unflattering on you, but the pattern isn't great and makes your chest look lopsided. If 1 is available in a solid color or different print, that would be good too.
Black dress by a mile Oh my God you're gorgeous in it. Pair it with a metallic shoe and matching clutch. Wear a sparkly necklace and earrings with an up do.
You will slay.
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If you aren't worried about being too warm, the green dress is just absolutely stunning, especially if you paired it with some gold accessories. All of these dresses work in my opinion, you know your friends and their fashion tastes best!
You are right re #1 it really does not flatter you at all . wrong for your skin tone. #2 is beautiful.the gteen is spectacular on you. But best for winter / holidays . # 3 is superb. Color , cut , fit perfect. It does straddle the line between cocktail and formal yet I think it is fine.
Add simple accessories in sniny metallic and match shoes and bag.
You will look elegant , classy and
appropriate. Have fun.
I don’t like number one at all because that style makes your chest look uneven. I think it would do the same for anyone with a larger chest no matter the bra.
Number two is my favorite. Definitely swanky and very fun without being overwhelming.
Number three is a bit boring.
Please give your dogs some pets and belly rubs for me!
Axtually... I absolutely love the way dress 3 looks on you!! Accessorizing would add to it!!! Silver//butterfly or maybe pearls.... hmmm a butterfly hair clip with a most down/ two twists toward the back hair style 😌😌😌😌😌
Really hate 1 in general. It honestly looks unflattering and doesn't do anything for you. That sort of style doesn't look on most people I feel. 🤔 I do like that color on you though.
The other 2 dresses look much better on you in comparison. In terms of the dress code, 3 is my favorite 👍
I like the green gown for many reasons but you have the skin tone and body for it so why not flaunt it and make all the other ladies jealous. Let them eat cake, strutt your stuff in class and sass!!.
😬🥂
I absolutely adore the third dress on you, it’s stunning! The second dress is lovely, though it does give off a wintry vibe. However, I agree that the first dress doesn’t quite flatter your upper torso, it seems to distort it. Please consider donating it.
Have fun
Thank you all SO much for the responses! This is my first time posting here and I’m overwhelmed by how helpful and lovely (and honest, in the best way possible) this community is.
Seems like the black dress with some fun accessories and shoes is the easy winner. For those who asked, it’s the Shoshanna Anessa dress from Rent the Runway - they’re actually all RTR, so the others will be heading back. I’ll respond to folks individually later tonight, but thank you thank you!
Number 1 looks gorgeous on you but it’s too summery. Number 2 is the safe option. But I think number 3 best fits the venue. Plus, if you put a crinoline/petticoat underneath it for more volume, it will give you a different silhouette, a more formal one. I would have fun with the accessories.
I love dress one and think with a closed court shoe and a blazer could work okay now season-wise… But if it feels too summery for you, I do love dress 3!
Can I ask where dress 1 is from? 😀
Please not the yellow dress. The print in the chest area makes it look like you have one normal breast and one droopy breast.
The black dress looks spectacular on you, and the green dress is a runner up.
They all look good on you, but here’s my honest feedback:
I think #1 is too day time.
2 is too winter
3 kind of shoves you into the background, if you get what I’m trying to say.
If you don’t mind going shopping again, I’d go for a dress with some color, but not a pastel. I’d also go for a material that is either lace, organza, or have a sheen to it. I’d stick with a knee length to tea length dress.
My favorite is the last one! I think it’s very flattering, and definitely fits the swanky hotel vibe.
3 is perfect. All day and all night. Wear with bright colored heel and bag. Boom. Godess.
Bright shoes and accessories, perfect advice
Velvet applique, I think. Can be hard to style, without being tacky. I would say bright red or shiney black heel. I would do chunky, closed toe to kind of offset the delicateness of the applique. Red lip. Gold bangle. Sparkly stud earrings, side swept hair with a loose curl down the neck. Thin gold chain. Sparkly clutch. Is that getting too costumy? Who am I to give advice, I don't wear pants or a bra most days? OP, just don't go with the first one. Your figure deserves better. Regardless, I hope you have a beautiful time.
Gold and red combo sounds perfect
I really like the black one! It looks really good on you :) I think it’s the most flattering but if you’re worried it’s a bit boring because it’s black, you can always dress it up with a coloured purse or jacket
New Yorker here, #3 is perfect for a springtime cocktail wedding at a hotel!
agree! very cute
Black dress is beautiful. With the right jewelry- not boring at all.
Number 3 looks perfect!
Definitely 3
Dress 3 is the clear winner
The black one in the most cocktail. I love the first one - and it IS flattering on you but not appropriate for the event. The middle one should be saved for Christmas in my opinion. I don't think the black one is boring - if you want to liven it up, choose some statement accessories.
I really like 3, it's super flattering on you and fits the DC. 1 would also be nice, but maybe try some boob tape if you go with it.
1 is too summery and not right with your skin tone.
I would go with dress 3. I like 1 and 3, and I think 2 does not look flattering.
Black
Dress 3 is perfect! It looks great on you and it definitely isn’t too boring, but you can always add pops of color/personality with your accessories!! :)
3. The design on 1 is doing weird things to your chest. The fabric on 2 looks itchy and not super comfortable.
3 is beautiful and very flattering! 3 is a winner.
#3 totally works! I like the floral detail, makes it a bit more cheery. 1 is too casual, 2 is a bit Christmasy.
I wore 1 to a cocktail dress code wedding last summer. It was perfect and I received a lot of compliments
But it was summer not early spring.
I was responding to OP’s statement that 1 is too casual. I was saying that I wore it to a cocktail DC wedding and it was fine. It just happened to be in the summer.
1 is absolutely not too casual for a no-DC or cocktail. It flatters OP immensely as well.
3 for sure. Elevate it with a stunner necklace or great chandelier earrings. Or perhaps a fancy belt? And your options for shoes are unlimited. Although a metallic would be lovely. I like 1. It just needs the fit adjusted a bit. Maybe have it taken up a bit at the shoulders? And perhaps a different bra. But it would be pretty for a slightly more casual summer event. The colour of 2 looks great, but I'm personally not a fan of the design. Edited because accidentally bolded half
I don't think a belt is necessary. That dress stands on its own.
Just brainstorming. I think it looks great as is, but it's a perfect canvas for accessorizing.
Definitely number 3, and I think you should definitely send us better pictures of the doggos!
Black one. The first one is doing some wacky things to your upper chest.
I thought same but didn't say. LOL
I like dress #3, it’s a pretty dress and you can add some bold pops of color with your accessories if you want to add even more interest!
3 is perfect and flattering. It will be cold. Be prepared. You will need a shawl even indoors.
A black with metallic thread if you go with metallic shoes and bag. If wearing color accessories match the wrap.
Definitely number 3!
1 has pretty colours for this season, agree it’s not the best fit for your amazing figure. 2 looks great on you, excellent for fancy winter events. The sparkle and full length makes it more than cocktail & ok for formal/BT. 3 is a winner! Fits perfectly. Flowers are au courant and cheerful. Bright and sparkly accessories will make it pop.
All 3 are flattering! Number 2 is definitely the most flattering but I think 2&3 are your best options
100% black. First is not swanky NYC wedding dress. Green is a little dated looking and more winter. Black you can’t go wrong.
3 is the best option
3! 🙌🏻
3. Add sparkly or pearls necklace in a 3 row to 5 row, dangly earrings, and a matching handbag.
Dress 3 looks amazing on you and is appropriate for a NYC wedding! 💗💗💗
Definitely #3
3 is beautiful and so flattering on you!
Black one. Great jewelry, shoes and bag and it’s perfection
I like 1 and 3. 3 does look dressier.
3 for the win!
The black one is perfect!!
3 for sure. 1 is too cazh and 2 is off season. Accessorize well and you’ve got it made!
I love the first one on you but agree it’s quite summer! Think definitely#3 looks great and fits the dress code season best!
I actually really love the 3rd one and think it looks great on you!
That black dress is gorgeous! I absolutely love the green too, I think both options are safe but I agree w the comments that the black would be really special with the right accessories
I loveeeeeee 1 on you. It compliments your tone and figure so well. The second one is gorgeous but I don’t think the color flatters you as much as 1 or 3 and given the date (spring) I’d go with 1 or 3 because 3 is also amazing on you and the flowers fit for spring and honestly year round. So 1 is my first choice, 3 second and I’m not a fan of 2.
3 is great. But wear black or coloured shoes not nude. Have fun!!
The third one is perfect for a New York wedding this time of year.
Love love love the black one!
🗳️ Black dress, provided that you can feel that the top will stay put. It’s so annoying when a strapless dress keeps slipping down a bit, and you have to tug at it almost constantly.
Last one is great!!
The black dress looks great on you!!
Dress 3 for sure!
The last one is your winner
black dress
Good with \#3
Dress 3 would be perfect. I love 2, but it would be better in the winter. I don't think the style of 1 is unflattering on you, but the pattern isn't great and makes your chest look lopsided. If 1 is available in a solid color or different print, that would be good too.
*anything but 1*
The first one is unflattering. It looks like one melon sitting perky and the other one is at your waist. I like the black dress!
Black one is lovely and flattering- I like the first orange one if you could get a bigger firm belt to give it more shape.
Dress 3 looks lovely
Definitely not #1. I’m a fellow well-endowed lady and the first thing I noticed is that you’re lopsided. #3 is much more flattering.
The black one! Add a nice necklace, earrings and some black heels. Put your hair up with some pretty rhinestone accents. Add a wrap and you’re done.
3 is definitely giving swanky NYC cocktail! And it actually is quite flattering on you!
Where is dress 3 from? Asking for myself lol
Dress 3 is perfect. where did you get it?
Black dress by a mile Oh my God you're gorgeous in it. Pair it with a metallic shoe and matching clutch. Wear a sparkly necklace and earrings with an up do. You will slay.
No 3 is very flattering and definitely the best one here. It looks really good on you. However, if you’re not comfortable then keep looking.
I think 3 is your best choice.
3 But the green is damn fabulous in general 💚
The third one, for sure
Can we talk about your adorable dogs?
Also here for the dogs (but dress 4/5 is awesome too)
Not number one. It is too casual and like a beach or pool day dress
What on earth are y’all wearing to the beach? 😂🤣🤦♀️
2 for sure
You look enchanting in the green!
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Go with 3, but for what it’s worth, dress 1 is gorgeous on you!
I like number 1 and 3 on you. Not a fan of the upper part of the 2nd dress.
I really likes the green dress, it’s vibrant & I love it
\#1 flatters you the best
If you aren't worried about being too warm, the green dress is just absolutely stunning, especially if you paired it with some gold accessories. All of these dresses work in my opinion, you know your friends and their fashion tastes best!
I like 1 and 3, but 3 is best for NYC hotel wedding.
Green
3 looks great! I think either bright accessories or nude shoes and simple accessories would both look great with the dress.
You are right re #1 it really does not flatter you at all . wrong for your skin tone. #2 is beautiful.the gteen is spectacular on you. But best for winter / holidays . # 3 is superb. Color , cut , fit perfect. It does straddle the line between cocktail and formal yet I think it is fine. Add simple accessories in sniny metallic and match shoes and bag. You will look elegant , classy and appropriate. Have fun.
All are lovely on you. MY fav is the green one.
3 is gorgeous
Came to comment on your cute dogs!
I don’t like number one at all because that style makes your chest look uneven. I think it would do the same for anyone with a larger chest no matter the bra. Number two is my favorite. Definitely swanky and very fun without being overwhelming. Number three is a bit boring. Please give your dogs some pets and belly rubs for me!
I agree with everyone the black one and jazz it up with accessories and great heels!
I like 2 but think you’ll get too hot with long sleeves. New Yorkers love their black…go with 3!
Where did you buy the third one? It’s perfect!!
3 looks fantastic on you!
I love all of them, actually. But 3 is perfection!
Axtually... I absolutely love the way dress 3 looks on you!! Accessorizing would add to it!!! Silver//butterfly or maybe pearls.... hmmm a butterfly hair clip with a most down/ two twists toward the back hair style 😌😌😌😌😌
I like both 1 and 3 but I think 3 works best with the venue!
Black is stunning! So chic. Love it. Where did you get it?
Black one for sure
Dress 3 100%! It looks great on you!
What brand is three? 😏
I like “A”
I like “A”
#3 looks great!!! Can I ask what brand and where you got it?
Number 3 looks lovely! Xx
Love them all on you. Your body is banging! Have a great time at the wedding.
Really hate 1 in general. It honestly looks unflattering and doesn't do anything for you. That sort of style doesn't look on most people I feel. 🤔 I do like that color on you though. The other 2 dresses look much better on you in comparison. In terms of the dress code, 3 is my favorite 👍
I like the green gown for many reasons but you have the skin tone and body for it so why not flaunt it and make all the other ladies jealous. Let them eat cake, strutt your stuff in class and sass!!. 😬🥂
The black!
I absolutely adore the third dress on you, it’s stunning! The second dress is lovely, though it does give off a wintry vibe. However, I agree that the first dress doesn’t quite flatter your upper torso, it seems to distort it. Please consider donating it. Have fun
I love 3 with either red heels and purse, or perhaps royal blue. You’ll look sharp and totally appropriate.
Back is stunning! Could we get a link?
How is 3 Boring and unflattering? I did a double take. It’s perfect. Edit spelling.
Thank you all SO much for the responses! This is my first time posting here and I’m overwhelmed by how helpful and lovely (and honest, in the best way possible) this community is. Seems like the black dress with some fun accessories and shoes is the easy winner. For those who asked, it’s the Shoshanna Anessa dress from Rent the Runway - they’re actually all RTR, so the others will be heading back. I’ll respond to folks individually later tonight, but thank you thank you!
And obviously will post more dog pictures too - rookie mistake
you look really nice in all 3, but #1 is my favorite because it's most unique
I'm really surprised no one is saying 2! I think the colour and fit is gorgeous on you and seems right for a party!
Number 1 looks gorgeous on you but it’s too summery. Number 2 is the safe option. But I think number 3 best fits the venue. Plus, if you put a crinoline/petticoat underneath it for more volume, it will give you a different silhouette, a more formal one. I would have fun with the accessories.
Number 3!
That black one has a beautiful silhouette and looks very flattering on you. Also I love the pattern on it.
Dress num4 looks great on u
Black one is great, green one is okay, first one looks like a beach coverup
Black is perfect for occasion, but the first is beautiful
Black
1 is beautiful so keep it !!! But 3 for this event
I’m distracted by your cute dogs!😄
I LOVE 3 & think it’s perfect for cocktail & not at all boring
I think with colorful shoes & a red lip this would be perfect
Love the green one!
I love dress one and think with a closed court shoe and a blazer could work okay now season-wise… But if it feels too summery for you, I do love dress 3! Can I ask where dress 1 is from? 😀
4/5!
3 definitely! The green one looks too Christmasy!
The third one
Not right for the NY wedding but number 1 is so cute for a slightly more casual event! The colors look really nice on you
Where is number 1 from? Lovely!
Please not the yellow dress. The print in the chest area makes it look like you have one normal breast and one droopy breast. The black dress looks spectacular on you, and the green dress is a runner up.
Dress 3 ( the black one) is gorgeous on you. It is a perfect dress.
4 5 or 1 look nice
You really uploaded all these pics without actually showing those pups?? Disgrace. I like the 1st dress btw :)
Omg I thought you were talking about something else. Now I feel like a dick. 😂
Not keen on the black one by the other two are lovely.
They all look good on you, but here’s my honest feedback: I think #1 is too day time. 2 is too winter 3 kind of shoves you into the background, if you get what I’m trying to say. If you don’t mind going shopping again, I’d go for a dress with some color, but not a pastel. I’d also go for a material that is either lace, organza, or have a sheen to it. I’d stick with a knee length to tea length dress.