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Ask Angie- Should I Keep This Dress as possible MOG rehearsal dinner attire?

Joy

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This Ann Taylor dress from consignment and Stuart Weitzman shoes from the same store are up for consideration. The dress will need the straps taken up a bit but the exposed chest area will be pretty much as you see it. The dress hem could also be let down about an inch. Please tell me what you think!! I need objective opinions on the dress in general on me, on wearing it for a rehearsal dinner, and on the shoes.
The shoes are comfortable and a good height, but are they too outdated?
Will I fit in for an East coast wedding or embarrass my son? I need help!!

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Angie

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You look absolutely beautiful. When is the wedding?

Joy

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The wedding is August 10th. I'm also going to need lots of help for what to wear to the wedding. I had the dress I'd thought I might wear shortened and don't like the results. Panic time!

Angie

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FWIW, this outfit is an 11 out of 10. KILLER and so very elegant.

I'm not sure about the East Coast thing, but you know - is that even a concern? You are you and that's that.

Most importantly, do YOU feel beautiful in this outfit?

dianthus

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I think the dress is beautiful on you and it doesn't look like it needs any alterations at all.

MaryK

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OMG the dress and shoes look gorgeous on you and absolutely perfect for the occasion!

And I cannot imagine any universe in which any child of yours could possibly be anything but busting-his-buttons proud of you!!

Joy

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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.
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.
Angie, an 11! Thank you! Your opinion means the world to me.

Angie

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I love what Mary said. People will look at you and think nothing but timeless elegance and immense insatiable fabness. Truly.

I vote pearl necklace. Sorry to be predictable. But the cream in this outfit is begging for pearls.

MaryK

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Angie speaks the truth!

These days I am a big fan of leaving a lovely open neckline bare. I might do dangly pearl earrings instead of a necklace.

Lulu

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!

Suz

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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.

You are going to wow them with your loveliness!!

dianthus

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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.

Angie

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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.

A little tuxedo jacket will make the best covering topper.

Joy

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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.
In the week after the wedding, DH, DS from Tokyo and I will be in NYC. Is this dress appropriate for a Broadway musical?

dianthus

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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.

Transcona Shannon

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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?

Alecia

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Oh, I love this dress. It should be perfect. I hope you'll keep it.

RoseandJoan

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This is such a sophisticated timeless look Joy.

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?

Debbie

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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.
Your son will be very proud.

Debora

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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!

Jem

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Wow, you look gorgeous! I love this dress on you!

Joy

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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.

Kyle

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You can't possibly go wrong with this outfit, Joy. It is classic, classy and chic.

Sarah A

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another positive vote for this lovely outfit!

Deborah

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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.

Sheila

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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!!!

Claudia

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Gosh, Joy, you look beautiful and simply elegant.

Angie

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I haven't seen any tuxedo jackets around lately, Joy. But perhaps something will come up. You have some time!

You need a killer clutch to go with this look - something not black.

Alicat

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stunning and elegant look, Joy!

Vicki

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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.

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