Ladies: perfect evening ostomy dress

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Ladies (or those who support them!) My son is marrying in Chicago in March. After much thought about what kind of dress would work with an ileostomy and still look good, I found this dress by Adrianna Papell. The material is light and it has some cross draping in front to help conceal a rapidly expanding bag, should I find that happening and need to wait before hitting the rest room. I know I learn about fashion tips from all of you so thought I’d share mine. I purchased a green satin sash (it’ll be St. Patrick’s Day weekend) to wrap around my waist and let hang down for added protection but may not need it. 🙏🏼 

Nice choice. You look great. 

Looks fabulous! 👍

Have also discovered that cross draping, wraparounds and ruching on clothing (tops, shirts, bathers) - for me - hides not only the bag but a multitude of sins (like my curves and the carbs that created them)! 😅🍩🍰🧁😊

That dress looks amazing on you! I love the green sash accessory over that weekend. Not sure how much time you’ll have but I’ll have to send you a list of some favorite restaurants. 

Eefy..........that looks GREAT!  Somehow I don't think it will look as good on Choo-Choo or Warrior...........but YOU are killing it, sister!  Can we hire you to find the rest of us some ostomy-proof clothes?

;O)

Staying Hydrated with an Ostomy with LeeAnne Hayden | Hollister

Wow! Beautiful!

You look absolutely beautiful!!! 🥰 ..It really fits you well!!! NOW if somebody can help me find a wedding dress or suggestions.Everything so far feels too tight or seems like it won't have room to expand and not look poofy under...It's a October wedding so I can't wear a pretty sun dress(some I found really fancy ,but don't want to be cold considering it's in the midwest) which I found look good and are comfy!!!

Congratulations Rose Bud!  💍👰🏻🤵🏻🕊️𓍢ִ໋🌷͙֒

Perhaps empire style (high waisted) or a fitted bodice with a full skirt, anything vintage (I've noticed 50's styles are always good at hiding what's underneath).

Would love to see a picture of whatever you choose!

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If it was me I'd go full on fairytale boho! 😍

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Ooohhh...Thanks Jo those are really pretty..🥰 .I have some idea ..just don't know where to go...I'm pretty sure I'm going to have to order it online..not finding much at bridial stores. PLUS I'm not very traditional (long white dresses)..It's outside wedding / with bond fires at night...haven't figured the rest out other than Halloween wedding .

Excellent ~ a Halloween wedding ~ definitely no white dress needed ~ you could 𝖌𝖔 𝖌𝖔𝖙𝖍!  ˚₊‧꒰ა🍂🍁🧡  ໒꒱ ‧₊

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Now that really is a perfect ostomy dress!! Very pretty as are you! 

Amazon has lots of dresses.  They have an excellent return policy in case clothing doesn't fit.

Lovely dress looks great. I have discovered dresses with a side twist or ruching at the waistline are good for hiding the stoma pouch. The summer was very hot in Spain and my usual outfit of elasticated crop trousers and longish loose tops was very uncomfortable. I have found an online company in UK that have several dresses of this design. 

Stunning! I love the dress, the color looks amazing on you. Congrats to your son.

Cross draping, wraparounds and ruching are the way to go! 

Thanks, it took several tries to reach this one!

Thanks, Jodie, our time IS kind of limited but please share your suggestions. We won't have a car this time and we'll be staying near the Chicago Winery. 🤗

Thanks, Bob. Hmm, I have become a pretty good online shopper for ostomy-friendly clothing - I can eyeball things pretty well - but I won't charge for my services!

Thanks, Kitty, and so comfortable!

Congrats, Serena! What a beautiful time of year to get married! Jo's got the eye for what we need and what looks great. Google "flowy wedding dresses." A lot is coming up.

You're very sweet, thank you!

They do, I've ordered several and returned many so easily. I don't think I'll ever buy a dress in person again.

Definitely the side twist, ruching, layering are good for us and anyone looking to cover that middle area. Glad you found a company that works for you.

Thanks, Nin. I returned a lot of dresses before I found this one but I could just tell by looking at it online that it would work. Can't believe my 6' 2" baby is getting married!

Congrats. 

Thank You Alex 😊

Thank You.... and Thanks for your suggestions!!! I've seem some just a little nervous ordering things online...sometimes it's NOTHING like you see in pictures.

I've thought about black...or a deep burgundy...so you must have known me in a past life 🤭

As Billy Crystal would say, 'You look marvelous!!'.  Careful now, you don't want to outshine the bride!

Terry