I'm driving myself crazy because i don't think what i want is going to work!

Don't discount the 1920s theme just yet! We did a 20s/30s/Gatsby themed engagement party and had so much fun with it.

I'm not a classic 1920s shape either but I got a dress from an Etsy seller called Gatsby Lady - she caters to all shapes and sizes and her dresses are simply stunning, the hand beading is so intricate. I honestly couldn't believe the quality of them for the price. She is based in London UK but does free worldwide shipping https://www.etsy.com/uk/shop/Gatsbylady?ref=shop_sugg

My FH wore a 1920s style collarless shirt with braces and two tone shoes which would work for a groom as well instead of full formal dress

We also got some fab Gatsby style invites made up by an Etsy seller

You can have so much fun with centrepieces and décor with this theme too :-)

I think you and FH should do what you both want. Don't discount a dress or a theme because you don't fit a certain "standard" of "beauty". They're completely unrealistic and unattainable. A navy dress would be beautiful, regardless of your shape and height!

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Thanks for that link. She does have some beautiful stuff. My issue would be not being able to try things on.

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The navy will stay...it's what style navy I am having trouble with.

How about the fifties?
That was a fun era.

Have you tried ModCloth? Or Unique Vintage? That would let you order a few options, try them on, and then return whatever didn't work for you. With Unique Vintage you can even filter by decade

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I thought about that too. I love the 50s. The 50s style clothing likes my body. However, it clashes with what I am seeing in my mind which is what is driving me insane.

I THINK I want vintage/romance with a hint of glam.
Adam wants to do a fedora and vest.

I am pretty sure I want a navy dress.

Just trying to mesh it all.

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I just looked at Unique Vintage. Thanks!

View Quoted Comment No prob! I hope you are able to go ahead with your theme and ideas, they sound really fun

I think Victorian could be really cool!

Here's some inspiration pictures:

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Pretty, but not us. Thanks though!

I may go out this afternoon when my kids go back to their dads and go try some things on.

I find all kinds of things I like online.

This is prettyAnd thisAnd this oneAnd this one, but it will hate my body

And I came across this one by accident, but it's GORGEOUS!

Absolutely gorgeous!

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I think a fedora and vest fits 50s style really well. Check out this link: https://chicvintagebrides.com/grooms-groomsmen-1950s-wedding/

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Okay. I will concede that you're right. I do have a fit and flair dress that I bought a few years ago before out outdoor wedding venue fell through and then we had a whole bunch of "life happens" happen. I should try it on again and see how I feel about it now.

We are just doing old Hollywood glam.

What about an old Hollywood look? The blue dresses you posted definitely fit with that.

Now...someone mentioned 50s. I already own this. Would this work for vintage romantic 50s era? And with him wearing his vest and fedora? Sorry it’s a little gappy in the top. I can’t get the corset right alone.

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I think that is so pretty! what about adding a navy sash and navy heels? something like this:

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They are gorgeous. I'd need something with a smaller heel, but yep. I'm thinking that would be nice.