Lymphodema in legs

I have lymphodemia in my right arm.
Not the same cause as you, mine is because I had all my lymph nodes removed when I had BC.
I used to see a lymphodema nurse regularly and was fitted for compression sleeves ,they are good for keeping it under control.
Please investigate these and see if you can be prescribed stockings.

Not usually caused by your heart as swelling of ankles, legs for cardiac reasons would be both legs. It's not a cosmetic problem and you are entitled to be assessed by a lymphoedema nurse/physio and the stockings/tights are very good quality and give some relief.
Enjoy your festival and hope it's not too wet x

Thank you all with suggestions for what to wear at the wedding do - I am making notes so I can take them with me shopping next month :-)
I've never gone for metallic, beaded or embroidered as I never thought it was 'me' - more a linen type of gal - but I'll check it all out at a good John Lewis branch.
Shame that East have gone under as they had a lot of Indian-style clothing.

Elainel I have been overweight (actually I am in the obese category!) for decades - I struggled with depression and anxiety so that, plus the medication and lack of exercise, hasn't helped. I have lost a significant amount in the last couple of years but am still struggling to lose more. I do eat a mainly veg-based diet with some white meat and fish, but have a weakness for puds when we're out and wine ditto - on holiday we had wine every night which isn't a great idea. None of that helps.
I will definitely see my GP when I'm back from my festival and hope for a referral but it's unlikely they'll take it seriously as it will probably be seen as a cosmetic problem.
I'm worried it's something to do with my heart - could that be a factor? I don't have any reason to think that - just hypochondria!

I used to deal with this before I retired. You can have primary lymphoedema from childhood which sounds like your description but being overweight can cause it as well so although difficult perhaps consult a dietician as the fluid can leak out the leg and cause leg ulcers.
You should ask your GP to refer you to a lymphoedema specialist (usually nurse or physiotherapist) who can fully assess the leg - do a doppler examination to check the arteries to the lower leg then prescribe stockings/tights to help control it. They are comfortable to wear and look much nicer than in the past. The company we used mostly was Jobst Compression Hosiery - the pharmacies in Scotland should be familiar with them. Not sure about rest of UK. It is a German manufacturer and they are well made. Pharmacies should be able to measure your legs and prescribe stockings as well. Again not sure about rest of UK but in Scotland the pharmacies have a minor ailments service. It might also be done by district nurses. Good luck.

Look at well known women who have chosen Indian type clothing - Camilla,Judi Dench, Cherie Blair for instance. A coat or longish silk tunic top maybe beaded, and loose trousers can be dressed up for the most formal of occasions.
And cover a multitude of sins!
I hate my legs on a good day and on a bad, they are like tree trunks, so I never wear skirts.
I wore a silk coat and trousers to two of my DDs’ weddings and an Indian stitched coat and velvet trousers to the third (that was in December)
I am only 5’2” and I believe Dame Judi is also on the small side- a dare I say “dumpy”yet she looks fantastic !
Be bold with the jacket/coat, beading, a fabulous fabric, metallic embroidery and perhaps a stunning scarf over one shoulder.
For less formal occasions stick to trousers, loose linen or cotton, but not skinny or stretchy.

What about palazzo trousers? I think they might be the solution.

I agree that a long dress could be a solution. As I'm very short myself (5' 1" "), I do find that midi-dresses work out to be the right length for a long outfit. If its a less formal 'do', a long skirt and pretty top.

I don't ever wear long for everyday, but long and swishy for special gatherings works for me.

I've been very impressed with a personal shopper process at John Lewis (who'll guide you about colours, cuts, knecklines etc for no charge!). They were really very helpful for me some years ago.

Happy hunting. Maybe with a trusty friend?

I am just dumpy with thick ankles!
I would wear trousers - acceptable for all but the most formal wedding (and if you must wear a dress, then wear support tights!)
I would either go:
straight cut linen type trousers, shell top, tunic-type jacket
or floaty trousers, shell top and billowy shirt / blouson

Try cutting out gluten from your diet. It worked for a friend of mine who began to suffer from swollen legs and ankles about three years ago. Her legs are back to normal now.

It also helped her to lose weight.

I'd wear a maxi dress that shows a bit of cleavage to draw attention elsewhere.