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New Year’s Eve: Outfits Modeled by Women over 45

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New Year’s Eve or Mother of the Bride?  Find it at David’s Bridal

 

New Years's Eve Outfits modeled by Women over 45..New Years's Eve Outfits modeled by Women over 45 2

Dark Plum, Taffeta  ($49,99 on Sale)        Multi-color Pink/Plum Floral ($49.99 on Sale)
By David’s Bridal                                                By David’s Bridal

Recently, I had the opportunity to visit David’s Bridal in East Lansing (Meridian Towne Centre, 4940 Marsh Rd., Okemos, MI 48864) and shop for New Year’s Eve Dresses!  My wedding anniversary is New Year’s Eve and I like to look special.  I had such an incredible time while I was there.  I tried on dresses for an hour and half  straight!  I was assisted by a wonderful salesperson named Ann.  She was so understanding and sweet.  She laughed, took pictures and video all through the appointment, and left me feeling like a princess.  I was fortunate too, in that she was close to me in age, so she could be sympathetic to problems that Women over 45 might experience (ghastly pale legs, saggy boobs, scary arms, etc.)  and suggest fashions which were cute, surprising AND most importantly age appropriate.

Outfits modeled by Women over 45 New Year's ever..david's Bridal #9

Red Chiffon (On Sale $29)                         by David’s Bridal
by David’s Bridal

The David’s Bridal Store in East Lansing was welcoming from the moment I walked in.  I was greeted by the Assistant manager, Lisa and assigned my very own salesperson, Ann.  The dressing room was well lite and clean (a real plus in my book!)  I chose some styles myself and Ann chose a few more for me, as well.  I needed the right kind of shoes and Ann brought out these stunning Vera Wangs.  I also didn’t have all the right shapewear and she helped me out there as well!

Outfits Modeled by WOmen over 45 New Year's Eve  Outfits Modeled by WOmen over 45 New Year's Eve

Black Stretch Satin ($139.99)                   Ruched Pewter stretch Taffeta $168
By David’s Bridal                                             by David’s Bridal

I was quite surprised by the selection of cocktail dresses and New Year’s eve outfits for Women over 45 available at David’s Bridal.  What I found the most shocking were the prices.  Most dresses were under $150 and a nice selection of sale dresses were sale priced at  $29-$49  (yes, you read that right). As you can see by the pictures here, they had many styles, colors, fabrics and sizes of dresses as well, for Women over 45!  No matter what look you were trying to capture for a special day, I felt that I could easily find something that would suit my needs.  I actually loved 2-3 of the 10 dresses I tried on so much, that I had an extremely hard time narrowing my choices down!

Outfits Modeled by WOmen over 45 New Year's Eve..Outfits Modeled by WOmen over 45 New Year's Eve

Black Tulle over champagne Body ($139)    Gold Metallic Crepe ($149)
by David’s Bridal                                                       By David’s Bridal

There were a few dresses from David’s Bridal that were just a little too sexy for me but they did fit nicely, one that I couldn’t zip up in the back (fat back) and there wasn’t a larger size,  a few that were too demure  (we Blondes like to have FLASH).   But overall, I was shocked to find the variety of lengths, styles, and fabrics that I had.  My consultant got to know my body and style as I went along and even grabbed a few selections for me that she felt would be figure flattering–and she was dead on.

Outfits Modeled by WOmen over 45 New Year's Eve  Outfits Modeled by WOmen over 45 New Year's Eve

 

Satin two-tone Crumbcatcher ($158)    (Sale $49)
Vera Wang White Collection                      By David’s Bridal

In the end, I did make a very tough choice from the huge selection at David’s Bridal.  Ann assured me that the dress was just right.  I was rung up quickly, my dressed was wrapped appropriately and I was on my way.  I may never have such a fun assignment again…but I will treasure my “Queen for a Day” experience at David’s Bridal for a long long time.

WHICH DRESS DO YOU THINK I CHOSE?


Take a guess and Watch the video above to see which one was the winner from David’s Bridal! The dress I chose is right before the SURPRISE dress at the end!

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I wrote this review while participating in a campaign by Mom Central Consulting on behalf of David’s Bridal and received a gift certificate to facilitate my review.

I linked up this Outfit post at Not Dead yet style!

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    • Shelley Zurek says

      Snort. It’s the shoes. I am 5′ 4″ and all body, but these shoes made my legs look great! I would have bought them except they were peep toes and the peep toe part killed my toes!

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  6. Nicole H. says

    Shelley… You’ve done it again!

    I can only hope I look HALF as good as you do when I am over 40! You make it look so fun and easy – {what’s your secret? I’ll PAY GOOD $$$!!!!!} 🙂

    Looking fabulous as always!!!

    Nicole @ MamaNYC! 🙂

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  7. Mippy says

    What a fun blog piece! I love the one you chose! 🙂 Your shoooes are sooo elegant as well. You are very poised and did a lovely job! 🙂

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    • stillblondeafteralltheseyears says

      HI Nicole,

      Thanks for inviting me over. I loved you linky and will try to come by every week to link up. Thanks for the invite..You should consider entering our Spring Fashionista Giveaway event. You would fit so nicely. Here’s the link with details for signn-up Email me with more questions! 93 bloggers signed up so far!

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    • stillblondeafteralltheseyears says

      Hi Debbie, the Red dress was photographed from a angle to hide all that was wrong with it. You can’t tell (because I am laughing my butt off in this picture) but I look like flippin’ Dolly Parton in this dress…way too much boob…hahaha. It was a great color though!

      The Chief Blonde!

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  12. Paula says

    You got that model walk down GF! Love this video–would you have chosen the same one after watching the video? sometimes it is different when you watch it on film…

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  13. Wendy R. says

    What a fun post Shelley!! The one with all the tiers is just like the one I wore to my son’s wedding last year only in a different color. All the dresses are so fun and pretty!!
    ~Wendy

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  16. Elle says

    You picked the right one! That was the one I liked best of all the pictures. Those shoes looked really good on you too. So did most of those dresses. That video was neat too…you were having way too much fun though. Wish I could have been there:)

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  17. ellen says

    I think you chose the Red Chiffon or possibly the Multi-color Pink/Plum Floral.

    I do not care for any of the strapless dresses (although you look fine in them) with perhaps the exception of Black Tulle over champagne with a nice wrap.

    So which did you pick?

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