New Year’s Eve or Mother of the Bride? Find it at David’s Bridal
Dark Plum, Taffeta ($49,99 on Sale) Multi-color Pink/Plum Floral ($49.99 on Sale)
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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.
Red Chiffon (On Sale $29) by David’s Bridal
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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!
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!
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.
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!
DID YOU ENJOY THIS POST? See more Outfits Modeled by Women over 45 . Could you stumble it for the Blonde?
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!
I think the best one by far is the Black Tulle!
I think all of those dresses looked gorgeous on you and any would have been an excellent choice!!
Dawn
You look amazing. Can I please have your legs??????
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!
I’m coming into this late, but you picked my fave!
Kathy
i love the dresses, i want to go just to play dress up lol
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! 🙂
Hey Nicole, You are so sweet. I don’t have any secrets other than
Stay out of the Sun, Don’t smoke, eat healthy, and Live happy! The CHief Blonde!!!
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! 🙂
Thanks Mippy,
Usually when I do this stuff I start out feeling like a dork, then I just make myself go into the zone and SMILE! Thanks. The shoes were so so pretty and made my legs look great but the peep toe KILLS me!
The Chief Blonde
I love the Vera Wang white dress…beautiful!!
What a fun fashion assignment. I like the taupe one with the tiers. Great fit on you. Hope you can swing by our little fashion linky:
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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!
I like number 2 and 5. Will see if I got it right. ^_^
Pinky
Thanks Kim..did you get it right? Loved your Thanksgiving outfit! The Chief Blonde!
I think that red dress was stunning on you. The dress you chose is beautiful on you as well.
It looks like you had a lot of fun trying on all the dresses and I had fun seeing it all.
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!
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…
Paula, It’s funny but the dress I chose looked the best in real life. It minimized my bust and felt really wonderful on…comfortable..but like I could have danced all night..
The Chief Blonde!
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
Thanks Wendy! It was great fun!
I really liked the one that you said the lady helping you liked, but I like your choice as well!
Hey Allison, It’s amazing how different people like different dresses even on OTHER people! Don’t you think?
The Chief Blonde!
So true! It’s funny because I don’t like stuff I try on that others think look good on me, I guess it’s just how it goes!
🙂
They all look great! Looks like you had fun 🙂
I did have fun Rachel.. Lots of laughing! The Chief Blonde!
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:)
Thanks Elle! I like the vintage look of that one. The Chief Blonde!
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?
ahh I saw which one (I think) you chose the Black Tulle over champagne ? A nice black wrap would make that look great!
I like #9 on you best. It slenderized you more than any of the others.
Thanks Danielle! The Chief BLonde
Girlfriend! Look at you rockin’ the runway! I love the dress you chose. When I first looked at the pics you posted, it was one of the ones that stood out!
Thanks Cara. Glad you liked that one Too!
The CHief Blonde
You’re gorgeous! I think you chose a very flattering dress, although I did love the black number as well. Have a great time this New Year’s Eve!
Thanks Stacie! Appreciate that! The Chief Blonde