Cinderella

Emm511

So iv been invited to a ball, but have nothing to wear!
I need a dress that will be classy enough on a budget a tight budget, the event is semi out dorsey so i need something that wont make me cry if it gets a wee bit dirty. Any ideas? classy yet shabby chic

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Well if the event is a ball then you are looking at a formal dress. If it is partially outdoors you don't want the dress trailing off the ground getting muddy! So my advice would be to go knee-length or calf-length with the dress.
You can also buy little heel-studs that you pop onto the bottom of a stilletto shoe which stop your heels from sinking into the mud when outdoors. A lot of women who attend race meetings wear them, they are available on eBay to name but one such place.
I've a picture of a dress in my head (one I've worn to both a ball and races) which I think is ideal for what you are after but I don't have an actual picture. Basically picture a ball gown but it only goes to your shin at the back and maybe a few inches below the knee at the front. That's the kind of style I'd aim for if you are going to be out getting potentially dirty outside!

Emm511

Thanks Galwaygirlee I must look for those stiletto studs on ebay they sound like a must have for the outdoors. The search for a calf/knee length formal dress begins.