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Some old Midi's - New again? Or purge?

Staysfit

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I found myself with some spare time because I had oral surgery yesterday, my jaw is swollen and I'm still in pain, so I'm not leaving the house today. I decided to start sorting through my closet to see what I can purge for Spring/Summer. I found a few old Midi dresses. I have no idea how old they are, but I'm betting they are more than 5 years and I'm sure one of them is closer to 15-20. Are these worth keeping, or should these go out the door?

Please forgive the photo's. I wasn't up to styling, so the shoes and bra for each dress may not be the best choice. No earrings either.

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Latest reply was from Missey

deb

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I like #1 on you. Not sure if it is current, though.

Ginkgo

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Another vote for #1, it looks good on you and current enough to my eye. #2 and 3 look like they're from "long ago".

retailgirl

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I like number one. Two is OK, three looks dated. I'd wear one, keep two for a hot weather occasion, and purge three. But all three look good on you!

Sveta

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#1 looks pretty current ot me. I would purge the other two.

Angie

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I love #1. I vote pass on the other two.

cheryle (Dianthus)

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I agree with the rest. I like the soft feminine hem and the neckline on #1 on you.

Staysfit

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#1 has been a favorite dress for a long time. It's the oldest of the three. I'm a bit embarrassed to admit that I recall purchasing this dress when I lived in CA, which was in 1995/6. I just haven't been able to let it go. It's one of those dresses that I kept hoping would come back in style, and it looks like it's time has come again!

SandyG

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Get well soon! And I like #1 a lot.

Golden

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#1 is good to keep!

AM

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Another vote for #1 and passing on the other two.

Lucy

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#1 is gorgeous! A lucky save

Sharon

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Haha, #1's time has come. It's great that you still love something you bought so long ago - a real validation of your instincts.

Neelie

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I like #1! Maybe with a white jean jacket or vest to freshen it up?

rachylou

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Hey, I like #2. #1 is too girly for me.

Anonymous

I like #1 and #2.

L'Abeille

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They all fit your "ethereal" descriptor. How do the colours fit with your new understanding of yourself? I like 1 on you best but it wants mixing up somehow to make it more current and, don't you do more colour?

Keturah

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1 is perfect on you! I do think it needs a bit of trendy punch. I like the suggestion to pair it with white denim. I love how it still loves you after so many years. That is a testament to personal style and taste.

I would let go of 2 and 3...they look dated to my eye.

Staysfit

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This is so helpful everyone thanks! I'm looking for items to purge, because I'm trying to stick strictly to one in one out so my closet doesn't expand. I also don't want to get rid of something I might regret!

L'Abeille

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Try #1 with your new white vest.

annabelle

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I like the shoulder line of #1 on you, and I think its color is the most flattering - it doesn't wash you out.

Sal

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I like 1 very much. I would wear it with either classic pumps or sandals with a heel (maybe caged sandals?). 3 is a no I think, 2 is okay but after seeing your new dresses I would pass on. It is a nice dress but does not really fit with your style, I see it suiting someone who liked more of a vintage look, maybe Tre3kkiegirl?

Staysfit

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Vintage??! Really! Now I'm feeling old

Actually, how old does an article of clothing have to be before it's considered vintage? Are the 80's vintage? The 70's? (I have my great grandmothers seal fur hand muff; I consider that vintage)

Sal

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Oh gosh, that's not what I meant Staysfit!! I can just see that dress styled in a more retro way - block sandals, wide belt, high ponytail etc...because I actually think it is a cute dress. I have a new retro style dress myself from last summer.

I am not sure - aside from a couple of vintage coats that I inherited the oldest items I wear in my closet are shoes from 2000, a dress from 2000, a two piece from 2004 and a coat from 2000. I don't think any of these are really vintage but they have certainly been well worn and thrashed and lasted well. One dress is maybe a little dated but I still love it, the others in my mind are true classics that mix in fine with my current closet!!

Deb

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Love #1 on you. Time to say goodbye to the other two.

Joy

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I like 1 on you if you have occasions when you would wear it over one of the new dresses from a recent post. I vote purge 2 and 3.

lyn67

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Nr 2 is up to a trendy summer dress to my eyes, love the special neckline, and soft coloring ina plaid. Others are too girly to my taste, but nr 1 still has potential due the pattern and color scheme. Hope you're feeling better soon!:-)

Missey

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I love #2 on you. I think the soft colors play nicely with your fair skin and hair without leaving you washed out. Also, I love how the cut of this dress shows off your shoulders and arms.