I’m attending a New Year’s Eve wedding for one of my last single sorority sisters, and I am SO excited! All of my sorority girls and their husbands will be there, many of whom I haven’t seen since my cancer diagnosis.
By NYE, I’ll officially be DONE with cancer treatment, and I want to look and feel absolutely fabulous! I’ll also be debuting my newly grown-in hair after chemo, so this night feels extra special. I’m ready for my comeback moment!
Here’s the dress code straight from the invitation:
“Black tie optional with New Year’s Eve sparkle encouraged. Glitz, glam, velvet, tuxedos, gowns, and polished cocktail looks all fit the night. Give us your best swanky styles as long as you can still shake and shimmy!”
I’m looking for something glamorous, flattering, and fun that makes me feel like a million bucks without upstaging the bride, of course!
One little wrinkle: Between cancer medications, steroids, and treatment, I’ve gained some weight and am currently wearing a size 14/16. I’m still getting used to dressing my new body, so I’d love suggestions for styles that are flattering, comfortable enough to dance in, and make me feel confident.
I’d love your recommendations! Any specific dresses, brands, websites, or styles I should check out? I’m open to sequins, velvet, sparkle, and all things NYE glam!
I’ve spent most of this year fighting cancer, and I’m so grateful to be here. Now I just want to put on a fabulous dress, celebrate my friend, dance with my girls, and feel like myself again.