https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ask-angie--should-i-keep-this-dress-as-possible-mog-rehearsal-dinner-attire Style Advice for Fashion Lovers en-US Tue, 09 Jun 2026 14:45:27 +0000 http://bbpress.org/?v=1.0.2 q https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/search.php https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ask-angie--should-i-keep-this-dress-as-possible-mog-rehearsal-dinner-attire/page/2#post-649069 Tue, 19 Jun 2012 02:45:33 +0000 velvetychocolate 649069@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Well, I think the dress you're considering for the rehearsal dinner could also work beautifully as the MOTG dress as well. Like you said, you can always find something else for the rehearsal dinner, and perhaps finding something for the wedding will be a bit tougher. </p> <p>I think your black dress with the gold-ish, cream coloured sash as featured in this post will look fabulous with the bridesmaid's green dresses though. </p> <p>Hmm...</p> <p>This leaves you some flexibility - the pressure isn't necessarily on having to find something even better than this dress for MOTG, because this one would work beautifully for the wedding too. </p> <p>Such fun, and here's to finding a fab MOTG dress or an alternative dress to wear for the rehearsal if you decide to wear this one for the wedding. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ask-angie--should-i-keep-this-dress-as-possible-mog-rehearsal-dinner-attire/page/2#post-649062 Tue, 19 Jun 2012 02:30:15 +0000 Anonymous 649062@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>VC, you are a sweetie! The MOTB is wearing a purple midi dress and the bridesmaids are in short green dresses. My friends all suggested blue. I'm almost wondering if I could get by with the reception dress for the wedding and find something else for the reception Even though it's black, a color I didn't want to wear to the wedding, it's not totally black. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ask-angie--should-i-keep-this-dress-as-possible-mog-rehearsal-dinner-attire/page/2#post-649055 Tue, 19 Jun 2012 02:17:13 +0000 velvetychocolate 649055@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I'm a bit late, but wanted to say how much I love this dress and the shoes on you - you look so fabulous in this Joy! You'll knock it right out of the park. In terms of clutches, I'm no expert, but am inclined to suggest something a bit different than the dress/shoes - maybe not red, but the gold idea sounds promising to me. </p> <p>In the meantime, you're still looking for something to wear the day of the wedding? I know how stressful that can be. Sorry to hear the full-length navy dress shortening didn't work out the way you'd hoped, but I'm betting there's going to be something truly amazing out there that will work beautifully on you. </p> <p>For now though, this dress you just bought and the new shoes are *FAB* for the rehearsal dinner. You look gorgeous in it, so don't worry about a thing! It's very glam. </p> <p>Do you know that the MOTB is wearing yet on the actual day of the wedding? That might help a wee bit. Also - what colour(s) are the bridesmaids wearing? </p> <p>I find all of this so much fun - and am very excited for you! You already have the rehearsal dinner dress totally wrapped up, it looks gorgeous - just get the straps taken up if need be, get a fab clutch and you're good to go. The only trouble is that it's going to be hard to top this dress for the actual wedding day. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ask-angie--should-i-keep-this-dress-as-possible-mog-rehearsal-dinner-attire/page/2#post-649036 Tue, 19 Jun 2012 02:01:25 +0000 Anonymous 649036@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Thank you all for the ideas and feedback. Vicki, I spent time today online looking at clutches and didn't see anything I really liked under $500! Now on a fixed income with an expensive summer I've got to be frugal and still find something fab. I'm not sure what colors would go well with this dress other than cream/pearly beige...something like that. Do you all think red would be good or would it detract from the dress too much? I'm also thinking of a soft gold, which is more the color of the shoes. Suggestions welcome!<br /> I need to take photos and start another thread on a MOG dress to wear to the wedding. Since bridesmaids and MOTB are wearing shorter dresses I had my full length navy dress shortened and didn't care for the results. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ask-angie--should-i-keep-this-dress-as-possible-mog-rehearsal-dinner-attire/page/2#post-648716 Mon, 18 Jun 2012 18:50:55 +0000 san 648716@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>You look amazing Joy! You have great taste. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ask-angie--should-i-keep-this-dress-as-possible-mog-rehearsal-dinner-attire#post-648707 Mon, 18 Jun 2012 18:36:59 +0000 Vicki 648707@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Joy, your dress is gorgeous and so are the shoes! Your son will be so proud and happy, I'm sure. I'm a pearl lover, too, and yet you've received some really interested jewelry options here. What color bag do you think you want? Enjoy! You will be adored on ANY coast. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ask-angie--should-i-keep-this-dress-as-possible-mog-rehearsal-dinner-attire#post-648668 Mon, 18 Jun 2012 17:17:11 +0000 Anonymous 648668@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>stunning and elegant look, Joy! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ask-angie--should-i-keep-this-dress-as-possible-mog-rehearsal-dinner-attire#post-648525 Mon, 18 Jun 2012 13:47:55 +0000 Angie 648525@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I haven't seen any tuxedo jackets around lately, Joy. But perhaps something will come up. You have some time!</p> <p>You need a killer clutch to go with this look - something not black. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ask-angie--should-i-keep-this-dress-as-possible-mog-rehearsal-dinner-attire#post-648428 Mon, 18 Jun 2012 10:43:59 +0000 Claudia 648428@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Gosh, Joy, you look beautiful and simply elegant. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ask-angie--should-i-keep-this-dress-as-possible-mog-rehearsal-dinner-attire#post-648344 Mon, 18 Jun 2012 03:43:47 +0000 Sheila 648344@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>What a great find! You will look totally appropriate for an East coast wedding rehearsal dinner or a Broadway show and so I say, have a wonderful time, my dear!!! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ask-angie--should-i-keep-this-dress-as-possible-mog-rehearsal-dinner-attire#post-648343 Mon, 18 Jun 2012 03:37:39 +0000 Deborah 648343@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>The dress and shoes are perfect Joy and I just want to repeat Angie's words "timeless elegance and immense insatiable fabness" because that's exactly how I feel about this look on you. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ask-angie--should-i-keep-this-dress-as-possible-mog-rehearsal-dinner-attire#post-648294 Mon, 18 Jun 2012 01:27:31 +0000 Sarah A 648294@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>another positive vote for this lovely outfit! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ask-angie--should-i-keep-this-dress-as-possible-mog-rehearsal-dinner-attire#post-648290 Mon, 18 Jun 2012 01:20:29 +0000 Kyle 648290@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>You can't possibly go wrong with this outfit, Joy. It is classic, classy and chic. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ask-angie--should-i-keep-this-dress-as-possible-mog-rehearsal-dinner-attire#post-648231 Sun, 17 Jun 2012 23:40:03 +0000 Anonymous 648231@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Thank you so much for the styling and accessorizing ideas for this dress. As for a bag, I probably need to find one. I have a black snake clutch and a black matte satin clutch with large bow of the same fabric. Since we will be flying I hope to use one small dressy bag for all festivities if possible. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ask-angie--should-i-keep-this-dress-as-possible-mog-rehearsal-dinner-attire#post-648127 Sun, 17 Jun 2012 20:43:08 +0000 Jem 648127@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Wow, you look gorgeous! I love this dress on you! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ask-angie--should-i-keep-this-dress-as-possible-mog-rehearsal-dinner-attire#post-648125 Sun, 17 Jun 2012 20:30:37 +0000 Debora 648125@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Joy, this is so stunning on you! Elegant, chic, and so sophisticated. You will be perfectly attired and I know you will choose the perfect accessories. You have a lovely neck and shoulders and I think you can either go with or without a necklace. Congratulations on your son's upcoming wedding! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ask-angie--should-i-keep-this-dress-as-possible-mog-rehearsal-dinner-attire#post-648107 Sun, 17 Jun 2012 20:03:19 +0000 Debbie 648107@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>This a beautiful outfit and you look elegant. I too am curious on the handbag. I think this outfit would be perfect for the theatre.<br /> Your son will be very proud. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ask-angie--should-i-keep-this-dress-as-possible-mog-rehearsal-dinner-attire#post-648086 Sun, 17 Jun 2012 19:30:52 +0000 RoseandJoan 648086@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>This is such a sophisticated timeless look Joy.</p> <p>Another option you could try jewellery wise would be to add a brooch to the knot of the sash. Also, like Shannon, I am curious to know if you already have a handbag in mind? </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ask-angie--should-i-keep-this-dress-as-possible-mog-rehearsal-dinner-attire#post-648076 Sun, 17 Jun 2012 19:25:38 +0000 Alecia 648076@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Oh, I love this dress. It should be perfect. I hope you'll keep it. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ask-angie--should-i-keep-this-dress-as-possible-mog-rehearsal-dinner-attire#post-648071 Sun, 17 Jun 2012 19:22:55 +0000 Transcona Shannon 648071@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>This dress is so beautiful on you Joy - what a fantastic find! And the shoes add the perfect touch of elegance. This really is a smashing outfit on you. I love the idea of pearls and a bracelet for accessories - do you have a little clutch that will work? </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ask-angie--should-i-keep-this-dress-as-possible-mog-rehearsal-dinner-attire#post-648027 Sun, 17 Jun 2012 17:53:25 +0000 cheryle (Dianthus) 648027@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Another option for a topper is a loose weave sweater in a metallic. A friend borrowed mine to wear with a similar cut of dress to a wedding and reunion and it looked great. They had an article in Lucky on using the metallic sweater as an alternative to the tried and true pashmina. My friend said she rec'd compliments on it and was really happy she went that route. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ask-angie--should-i-keep-this-dress-as-possible-mog-rehearsal-dinner-attire#post-648024 Sun, 17 Jun 2012 17:49:14 +0000 Anonymous 648024@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I'll probably have to wear my specs, so a pearl necklace or bracelet it will be. I love the idea of a little tuxedo jacket, Angie. Any ideas as to where I can find one? A topper may not be necessary as the dinner will be outside, weather permitting, on a terrace overlooking a beautiful river. It's always good to be prepared.<br /> In the week after the wedding, DH, DS from Tokyo and I will be in NYC. Is this dress appropriate for a Broadway musical? </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ask-angie--should-i-keep-this-dress-as-possible-mog-rehearsal-dinner-attire#post-648018 Sun, 17 Jun 2012 17:37:31 +0000 Angie 648018@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Joy, I like Mary's suggestion of a bare neck and earrings - but this really depends on whether you will wear your specs. No statement earrings if you wear your cool specs. </p> <p>A little tuxedo jacket will make the best covering topper. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ask-angie--should-i-keep-this-dress-as-possible-mog-rehearsal-dinner-attire#post-648015 Sun, 17 Jun 2012 17:35:27 +0000 cheryle (Dianthus) 648015@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I agree with pearls but would probably use them in a bracelet and layer one or two other bracelets depending on the size of the pearls. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ask-angie--should-i-keep-this-dress-as-possible-mog-rehearsal-dinner-attire#post-648012 Sun, 17 Jun 2012 17:31:14 +0000 Suz 648012@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Joy, you look absolutely stunning! I adore this dress in itself and in particular on you, and like Mary, I think it broadcasts timeless elegance and chic. I'm with Angie on the pearls, but I don't even think they are necessary. A wrap would also be a good idea. </p> <p>You are going to wow them with your loveliness!! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ask-angie--should-i-keep-this-dress-as-possible-mog-rehearsal-dinner-attire#post-648009 Sun, 17 Jun 2012 17:25:45 +0000 Lulu 648009@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Joy-- you look classy and elegant in this ensemble! I can completely relate to your anxieties re: looking acceptable for the fashionable coast. I grew up in rural iowa, then spent 15 years in various east coast cities. No matter where you will be on the coast, a simple black dress and those beautiful shoes will fit in perfectly. I echo angie on pearls as your adornment of choice--can never go wrong! I might suggest a simple wrap in the event of a chilly evening. Nordstroms carries a rainbow of cashmere blend wraps that would polish this off beautifully! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ask-angie--should-i-keep-this-dress-as-possible-mog-rehearsal-dinner-attire#post-648004 Sun, 17 Jun 2012 17:17:05 +0000 MsMary 648004@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Angie speaks the truth!</p> <p>These days I am a big fan of leaving a lovely open neckline bare. I might do dangly pearl earrings instead of a necklace. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ask-angie--should-i-keep-this-dress-as-possible-mog-rehearsal-dinner-attire#post-647994 Sun, 17 Jun 2012 17:07:08 +0000 Angie 647994@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I love what Mary said. People will look at you and think nothing but timeless elegance and immense insatiable fabness. Truly. </p> <p>I vote pearl necklace. Sorry to be predictable. But the cream in this outfit is begging for pearls. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ask-angie--should-i-keep-this-dress-as-possible-mog-rehearsal-dinner-attire#post-647989 Sun, 17 Jun 2012 16:59:52 +0000 Anonymous 647989@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>The concern about about looking appropriate has been pretty common with women in my family for ages as we are late adapters in the rather rural Heartland and fear looking like a country bumpkin when out of our element.<br /> Should I add a necklace to fill in the neckline? Any suggestions for jewelry? Or wear it as shown. The straps will fall over my shoulders if not shortened.<br /> Angie, an 11! Thank you! Your opinion means the world to me. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ask-angie--should-i-keep-this-dress-as-possible-mog-rehearsal-dinner-attire#post-647981 Sun, 17 Jun 2012 16:41:59 +0000 MsMary 647981@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>OMG the dress and shoes look gorgeous on you and absolutely perfect for the occasion!</p> <p>And I cannot imagine any universe in which any child of yours could possibly be anything but busting-his-buttons proud of you!! </p>