Wednesday, 20 June 2012

'TIL DEATH DO US PART

On Friday night just gone I was lucky enough to attend a the wedding reception of on of my boyfriend's school chums - Mr Well Done looked super handsome, the groom looked dashing and so proud of his new bride who was an absolute vision, and as for me, after hours of deliberating what to wear, was caught in the same dress as another guest. NNNOOOOOO!!!

I managed to make it through the night by telling myself that it looked better on me, stuffing myself with potato wedges and cake, and listening to funny stories about my boyfriends younger days. Despite the wardrobe mishap, I had a genuinely lovely time and wish the newlyweds a truly happy future together.

Purple Maxi Dress, New Look - similar here.
Silver Wedges, ASOS - similar here
Silver Clutch, H&M - similar here.
Necklace, H&M - similar here.
Rings, H&M - in store now
Nail Varnish, Nails Inc		 





I tries to go for a '70s style hair do to match the dress with the center parting and lift at the crown, did it work? Here are a few pictures with the camera flash on to show the lovely metallic thread that runs through the dress.




Have you ever went to an event or special occasion etc and noticed someone else wearing the same thing? It sure is awkward!

Gems x
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25 comments:

  1. Faye20 June 2012 at 11:07

    Aww man that sucks, I often see people wearing the same dress as me on nights out and get irrationally angry because I'm drunk, oops! I'm sure it did look better on you though, it's so pretty!
    Faye x

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    1. Gems - Fashion Well Done22 June 2012 at 13:43

      Thanks Faye!
      I just spent the whole night making sure I was on the other side of the room from her - I had to wait a while to hit the buffet though!

      Gems x

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  2. Please may I?20 June 2012 at 12:49

    And stunning you looked too. I am positive you must have looked much better in yours!

    I've had it happen when we were at a big works do, luckily it was one of the higher management who was wearing it and made a point of telling me I had great taste. Got me notice by the bosses and hasn't hurt my career either!

    X x

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    1. Gems - Fashion Well Done22 June 2012 at 14:12

      Thank you!
      Well it looked like it worked out well for you :)

      Gems x

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  3. Gittemary20 June 2012 at 13:52

    Hey Darling!
    Thanks for the lovley comment on my blog!
    It totally made my day!

    You want to follow each other?
    Im following you, so please follow me back at gittemary.blogspot.com!

    Also if you like, please like my facebook page facebook.com/theoictureofmary

    Have a fabulous day! <3

    Huge hugs.

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    1. Gems - Fashion Well Done22 June 2012 at 15:33

      Thanks Mary, I love you blog you are such a sweetie!

      Gems x

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  4. Rachel The Hat20 June 2012 at 15:37

    awww you look very glam. 70's is an era very close to my heart. Im a huge fan of anything 60's/70's and that fantastic maxi ticks all the boxes for me! You look gorgeous! hope you had a great time looking fantastic!xx

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    1. Gems - Fashion Well Done22 June 2012 at 17:08

      Thanks Rach, It made me feel like a right disco diva, but since I had really painful joints from a virus I couldn't dance - the cruel irony!

      Gems x

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  5. Piel del Cosmos20 June 2012 at 15:44

    Great 70´s style!! the dress is lovely, and we´re sure it looked better on you because you have a great style that is really unique!!
    Awesome blog!!

    Please check our blog and leave your cute comments, if you like it we can follow each other :)
    Love
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    1. Gems - Fashion Well Done22 June 2012 at 18:18

      Thanks that's so sweet of you - I'm on my way to visit you blog now :)

      Gems x

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  6. Jelena Dimić20 June 2012 at 16:00

    Well done! I love this dress, it look as though it was made of magic! *.* And the silver details are great, I've always loved silver. :D
    And I haven't seen anyone dressed up exactly as I am, but it would sure be an awkward situation. :S It happens to me and my best friend sometimes, we choose the same accessories or something like that, but we think it's super. :D
    I'm following you now .:D If you want, you can find me on: http://the-wandering-heart.blogspot.com
    Have a nice day! Kisses from Serbia! :*

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  7. daisychain20 June 2012 at 17:23

    Wow, you look utterly stunning <3

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    1. Gems - Fashion Well Done22 June 2012 at 19:12

      Thanks Laura - and thanks for being one of my best visitors :)

      Gems x

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  8. Sophie Isobel20 June 2012 at 17:46

    Love your clutch! Luckily, I don't think there's ever been a big event I've been to where I've been wearing the same thing as someone, but it's bad enough when you see someone wearing the same thing on a day to day basis!
    x

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    1. Gems - Fashion Well Done22 June 2012 at 19:51

      Thanks Sophie, check H&M out I got the clutch in the sale!

      Gems x

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  9. Caroline20 June 2012 at 22:14

    I love that, really suits your fab figure. I like how you styled your hair to match. It's often forgotten about.

    I've never had the same dress at an event but have seen people in clothes I own...lucky escape.

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    1. Gems - Fashion Well Done22 June 2012 at 19:54

      Thanks C,
      I once wore a shirt on Christmas Day, only to see Dot Cotton wearing the same one on Eastenders...Gutted!

      Gems x

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  10. rosapelsblog21 June 2012 at 00:17

    waoh u are gorgeous like that and so beautiful

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  11. Allison21 June 2012 at 06:06

    The dress is so lovely and I love the silver accessories! I have been somewhere where someone was wearing the same thing and I think it's ok because I'm sure yours was styled completely differently! You looked great!
    :)
    Allison
    afashionfiles.blogspot.com

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    1. Gems - Fashion Well Done22 June 2012 at 19:57

      Thanks - I tried not to look at her shoes and bag...just in case!

      Gems x

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  12. Josie21 June 2012 at 12:29

    That's such a pretty dress and I LOVE your clutch! Ah no, what a dilemma! Bet you DID look better though ;) I remember going out one night and seeing some girl I hated in the same dress as me, never wore it again haha xxx

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    1. Gems - Fashion Well Done22 June 2012 at 19:58

      Thanks Josie , you are always so nice to me!
      I would have shredded the dress - there is a particular girl I hate and if I saw her wearing the same as me there would be an "accidental" spill of red win...on her of course!

      Gems x

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  13. Lisa23 June 2012 at 21:43

    wow you look stunning x

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