Best formal according to redditors
We found 337 Reddit comments discussing the best formal. We ranked the 279 resulting products by number of redditors who mentioned them. Here are the top 20.
We found 337 Reddit comments discussing the best formal. We ranked the 279 resulting products by number of redditors who mentioned them. Here are the top 20.
Just FYI, they also have this dress in a longer length on Amazon and it has good reviews!
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I'm commenting this again so people can see it :)
I've bought a couple of nice dresses on Amazon actually, maxi or midi length, with sleeves, not low cut. Depends on the dress but I've found they usually come in an array of patterns/colors and if you stick to ones that are high rated with in-depth reviews (with pictures!) you have a great chance of landing a score. Is $20-$30 cheap? Some of the prices vary by color.
Here are some examples: https://www.amazon.com/Milumia-Womens-Button-Split-Floral/dp/B01MA2VZ7J/ref=sr_1_2?s=apparel&ie=UTF8&qid=1498598808&sr=1-2&nodeID=1045024&psd=1&keywords=Maxi+dress
https://www.amazon.com/s/ref=nb_sb_ss_c_1_4?url=search-alias%3Dfashion&field-keywords=miusol&sprefix=Mius%2Cfashion%2C201&crid=10GKK3C7JR5PG&rh=n%3A7141123011%2Ck%3Amiusol
https://www.amazon.com/Oxiuly-Womens-Vintage-Patchwork-Pocket/dp/B01LF0H17S/ref=sr_1_1?s=apparel&ie=UTF8&qid=1498599183&sr=1-1&nodeID=7141123011&psd=1&keywords=oxiuly
I highly recommend this Amazon dress. I got it for $67 with Prime shipping.
Here's a pic of me wearing it in red: https://imgur.com/a/fJXOS
Women's Plus Size V Neck Sleeveless Evening Party Long Lace Dresses (Burgundy,8) https://www.amazon.com/dp/B06XCB1VLJ/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_UBhVzbC4GP1P2
Here’s the link if looking- https://www.amazon.com/Babyonline-Womens-Appliques-Evening-Cocktail/dp/B01N8PGW1Z
Thank you u/Beatlegirl2 for the update post and all the brides who showed this dress in the comments!! It totally sold me.
There are a lot of old-hollywood looking dress on amazon for cheap, just add a floral belt:
This dress on amazon
here's another
not that similar but glam and hot AF
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I had my doubts, but I love it! As other reviewers noted, the belt is super cheap/flimsy, but otherwise the quality is great. I’ll need to get it hemmed, but that’s about it.
link: https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B06XC7TJ8Q/ref=mp_s_a_1_4?ie=UTF8&qid=1510802508&sr=8-4&pi=AC_SX236_SY340_QL65&keywords=babyonlinedress&dpPl=1&dpID=41jZb%2BISioL&ref=plSrch&th=1&psc=1
This version on Amazon is not likely to be original but the reviews and pictures from real brides are mostly positive:
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01FD5H0HW/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_T0jbBbNK4C7V3
This is actually my backup dress if I end up not being able to lose the weight I gained after purchasing my other dress (thanks anxiety!) so maybe it could be the second option if you can't find one from the original designer?
Well, I don't know how open you are to an online purchase, but Amazon has this and it has some very good reviews.
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I also ordered the high/low type one and it will be delivered today. Worth every penny!
You're in luck, I'm really bored at work and like to shop. I'm 6'1 so I feel you on challenging shopping situations lol.
I think you should go with non maternity with loose over the belly since you say "it's not a bump of any kind" yet. 13 weeks is early for a bump anyway. You can still take "bump photos" in this by holding below your stomach and it'll be smoother since the fabric is loose.
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if you're open to full length
great shape on you & easy to wear a real bra :)
i've worn one of these before & they're insanely versatile. look up youtube videos on the million ways you can tie it. you can also have a tailor cut to your desired length, as its all raw edge spandex anyway
if you're feeling something tighter this is AMAZING. poor reviews because you need to size up. there's a woman in the reviews that is your size and ordered 3x and she looks incredible
super formal, also full length
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maternity spanx , probably would not do regular because you need the belly space for baby
if it's going to be cold something like this or this
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please return with pics, can't wait to see what you wear! oh and also, notice all my links are for amazon. i recommend you pick out a bunch of things to try on, then send back the rest given prime is so easy. i just ordered from asos and it took a week and a half to arrive. so unfortunately i think its too late for asos unless you expedite the shipping.
Agreed, Amazon sells almost this exact dress. If a tailor can't do it, just order a new one from here.
https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B06XBXM6T3/ref=ox_sc_act_image_4?smid=A3QZK9FG8OZUNP&psc=1
Hi everyone! I'm new here, but I am going to a wedding next weekend and I purchased a dress on amazon. I thought it looked great at first but now I've scared myself into thinking it's not formal enough. The dress code was "festive formal". I have no idea what that means. Can someone please give me some opinions lol
Here is the link:
https://www.amazon.com/gp/aw/d/B00ZEUUGUK/ref=sxts1?ie=UTF8&qid=1492136010&sr=1&pi=AC_UL420_SR280%2C420_QL65&th=1&psc=1
I found my dress last year at a thrift store! I’d definitely check those out, sometimes there are some gems. Also, consignment shops are great! The internet makes me nervous cuz you never know if it’s gonna look like the picture or fit right, but I know Amazon has some decent ones too. There are three girls just in my class that ordered this one . Started a shitton of “omg we can’t have the same dress” drama but honestly, who cares. If you feel pretty and have a great time, that’s all that matters! ☺️
I got a bridesmaid dress for my friend's wedding on Amazon for $25! This was the one I ended up getting. The nice thing about Amazon is that most clothing has free returns, so you can order different sizes and styles to try on and return them risk free - even return shipping is free. I tried on three different dresses in different sizes before deciding on this style. I paid more for alterations than I did on the dress itself, but it was still well below what I would have paid at DB or Azazie.
I recently purchased this off Amazon and was surprised by how good the quality was, style wasn't for me though so I returned it.
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B06XBXM6T3/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_apa_i_TnnkDbPJQEMAM
Seems like they still haven't gotten around to fixing the pages for their other attire: http://www.amazon.com/Snow-Lotus-Womens-Neckline-Mermaid/dp/B019MNF6R2/ref=pd_sim_sbs_193_2?ie=UTF8&dpID=41KukVzTKRL&dpSrc=sims&preST=_AC_UL200_SR106%2C200_&refRID=16H5F7PD1D99N20ZZM9J
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Remember that if something isn't perfect weddingy yet, you can always add a belt etc. to upgrade it! :)
edit: format
http://www.amazon.com/Snow-Lotus-Womens-Neckline-Mermaid/dp/B019MNF6R2/ref=pd_d0_nib_v2_cwb_ap_4?ie=UTF8&dpID=41KukVzTKRL&dpSrc=sims&preST=_SL500_SR85%2C160_&refRID=13B3SX57RCZ0KCC4300C
I'm pretty sure the Grace Karin prom dresses are about the nicest you can get from Amazon. [This one](Elegant Chiffon Backless Long Prom Evening Dress https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0152IQT3G/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_6hYzxbZD739R6) has a zip-up back and comes in lots of pretty colors in your size.
For graduation, I am wearing this dress (which I also wore for my wedding) possibly with black tights unless it get much warmer in the next 20 days and with black round toe pumps: https://www.modcloth.com/shop/sale/closet-london-luck-be-a-lady-dress/68501.html
For pictures I wore this dress (which I got for $8 on a Target clearance rack and I love!): https://imgur.com/a/2XM7e
For our graduation party the next day I am wearing this dress, but I dyed it yellow. I am wearing it with a white cardigan and a yellow and blue necklace, which are also my school's colors. I am still working on shoes for this look.... https://www.amazon.com/Miusol-Womens-Sleeveless-Vintage-X-Large/dp/B00Z2LC3J8/ref=sr_1_2?ie=UTF8&qid=1523325586&sr=8-2&keywords=miusol+dress
My husband and I are both graduating with our masters degrees. This is our third year of graduations in a row (first my BA, then his BA, now both MAs) and this will be the last graduation for awhile!
https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07SGM43MQ?psc=1&ref=ppx_pop_dt_b_product_details
I ordered two sizes up and it fits perfectly. It's also on Walmart if you search everpretty.
I think this is really lovely. Its basic and long for you but the embelishments on the top keep it formal-ish. Where the belt line sits will also emphasize on your hour glass waist and not be too tight. There are LOTS of photos in the reviews and I think there are people with a similar style to your body type as well. Its actually pretty flattering on many types. I think it would look pretty with long gloves or a nice shawl.
https://www.amazon.com/Miusol-Womens-Formal-Floral-Evening/dp/B07SPYQLNT/ref=sr_1_33?keywords=sleeve%2Bgothic%2Bdress&qid=1564774054&s=gateway&sr=8-33&th=1
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This one is similar and lacey which makes it a little more formal IMO. It looks really pretty in both the maroon and the navy. I think it needs a belt though for sure, which will help flatter the curves. I love how there is long pleats in a different fabric! Its really pretty. But without the belt I think its not flattering, as youc an see in the pictures in the reviews. This one does give you sleeves though, but they are lacey so they wont be as hot.
https://www.amazon.com/GMHO-Womens-Sleeve-Bridesmaid-Dress/dp/B076CCLYMC/ref=sr_1_151?keywords=sleeve%2Bgothic%2Bdress&qid=1564774348&s=gateway&sr=8-151&th=1
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This one is REALLY pretty. I would wear this one personally. Its got a full looking skirt which will help emphasize the curves as well. Its got a black top but I think that the printed bottom will even it out. You can also get it with long sleeves.
https://www.amazon.com/Skirt-Women-Shoulder-Sleeve-Printed/dp/B0772GF7F3/ref=sr_1_5?keywords=vintage+long+sleeve+dress&qid=1564774756&s=gateway&sr=8-5
This one is really pretty too, just dont go white or it looks like a wedding dress lol! Its very whimsical and lacy and pulls a very vintage vibe. Plus it has sleeves!
https://www.amazon.com/Imily-Bela-Vintage-Chiffon-Bridesmaid/dp/B07B9597NB/ref=sr_1_43?keywords=vintage%2Blong%2Bsleeve%2Bdress&qid=1564774838&s=gateway&sr=8-43&th=1
Dresses I own:
I'm with you. I haven't gotten to serious dress shopping yet, but I know I'll be looking for something good enough. I won't have a moment where it's "the one." It bums me out. There's not going to be other opportunities for me to dress up like that. But I won't justify spending more.
I've seen a couple posts of this dress in grey that looked awesome. There's also a used dress shop in a city nearby that prices everything under $1000, so at least I can look in person without falling in love with something unattainable.
stripper gowns
Amazon!
It was this one but it looked nothing like the picture. It didn't have a lot of reviews either but I decided to risk it. It looked super cheap and instead of nice lace it had his weird lace and cheap sequins. It was also just a zipper in the back and I should've just bought the one with the most reviews first.
My advice, after looking at so many, check out the reviews and customer photos. You can really see if it looks like the original and go from there.
I was also debating between this and this.
I didn't really have a set style I was looking for so I seriously debating buying all 4 and then returning the dresses I didn't like but decided on the first one (which was terrible) and then decided for $79 the second one would work.
Hope you find one you like!
I couldn’t tell what the exact neckline is on that one but here’s some options from amazon (I tried to stay in the same color if that helps you):
Elegant Chiffon Long Evening Dress White Size 2 https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0152IQT3G/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_mLXRAbW6VNGF4
JYDress Women Chiffon Sheer Back Evening Dresses Prom Gown With Beads Appliques https://www.amazon.com/dp/B074NR3VJ1/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_9MXRAbQJRR3B6
ACEVOG Women Summer Scoop Neck Long Floral Print Maxi Cocktail Party Dress White S https://www.amazon.com/dp/B01DM35SQM/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_lOXRAb4X84RZ6
MisShow Crew Neck Sleeveless Lace Applique Flare Evening Gowns Formal https://www.amazon.com/dp/B06XPF6J3D/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_WRXRAbEQZKW2P
My friend showed me this dress just the other day. You could get it shortened if you're not feeling full length?
I'm both panicking and so excited! I also feel like I've been super naggy with my fiance to get his stuff done (work with a tailor for his suit, pick out his readings, etc.) but it'll all be over soon.
Now we're working on constructing our ceremony (script and music) getting invites printed and mailed in mid-March, finalizing bridal party outfits (my girls' dresses came in recently and I LOVE them! $30 on Amazon, the quality of the fabric is really nice and it looks great on two completely different looking ladies.
We also have to figure out all of our little touches, like welcome bags and bridal party gifts. Wish we could finish up our menu but given our venue (it's a food and bev minimum rather than a rental fee), it's hard to without a head count.
Yep! https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00Z2LC3J8/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_awdb_t1_EoskDbWWESTAR
Here it is. It fit really well except they come long (I'm short--5'4") so I had to have it tailored. I got a small and I was about 20 weeks and no problems fitting over the bump, though I barely had one.
And this was the short sleeved one I was also considering: https://www.amazon.com/dp/B00Z2LC39S/ref=cm_sw_r_cp_api_i_EEXDCbE5SEPFN
I like this one a lot!
I ordered this dress for an event and it looked fabulous! 10/10 would recommend.
I initially wanted to buy a maxi which I could wear in the summer, but the material choices were not very flattering. The dresses that I liked were hugging at the hip and made my behind look huge. As someone with wider hips, I wanted an A-line dress and long enough at the same time. So after a lot of looking around, I bought this http://www.amazon.com/Miusol%C2%AE-Womens-Casual-Sleeveless-Vintage/dp/B00Z2LC398?ie=UTF8&psc=1&redirect=true&ref_=oh_aui_detailpage_o02_s00
I used it for my baby shower and maternity shoot which occurred around week 32-33 of my pregnancy. I took the navy blue one and the darker color in fact had a slimming effect. It made me look pretty! :)
The best thing about this dress is, it was not specifically made for maternity, but it is so long it will still be long enough with a big bump. The reviews are true to the product.
Convertible Maxi Dress for $168
Long Chiffon V Neck for $35
Leg Slit - unknown price
Illusion Neckline - unknown price