https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/angies-pick-white-high-low-hem-dress Style Advice for Fashion Lovers en-US Sun, 03 May 2026 03:18:59 +0000 http://bbpress.org/?v=1.0.2 q https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/search.php https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/angies-pick-white-high-low-hem-dress#post-906921 Sat, 13 Apr 2013 16:26:46 +0000 Angie 906921@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ Re the "moving forward" - YES! This is a trendy dress, and a modern rendition of what you used to wear. It's "further evolving" if you ask me. So contrary to what you thought. <br /><br />Hubby's opinion is very important to you, Janet. So do get his too :)<br /> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/angies-pick-white-high-low-hem-dress#post-906914 Sat, 13 Apr 2013 16:15:32 +0000 Parsley 906914@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ I'm with Angie- I think you look gorgeous in that dress, and I think it would be a shame not to keep it. I think you can dress it up or down, so it should be versatile. I really like the vest with it for a more casual look.&nbsp;<br /><br />The question is whether you'd really wear it, but oh my goodness, if I looked like a Greek godess the way you do in that dress I'd be wearing it all the time!<br /><br /><br /><br /><br /> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/angies-pick-white-high-low-hem-dress#post-906910 Sat, 13 Apr 2013 16:14:17 +0000 Janet 906910@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Ok, this is why I post things like this for feedback! Thank you, Angie! </p> <p>I totally agree that this dress is not a stretch for me stylistically. That's actually a little bit of what is giving me pause. "Is this me moving forward?" is kind of the question in my mind. But of course just because I'm moving forward, that doesn't mean that every style I used to wear needs to be left behind. I.e., bootcut jeans (which I'm wearing today, btw). Even if I leaned on it too heavily in the past. </p> <p>Hmm, good food for thought. I will ponder some more, and perhaps get hub's opinion. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/angies-pick-white-high-low-hem-dress#post-906886 Sat, 13 Apr 2013 15:55:08 +0000 Angie 906886@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ You look MAGNIFICENT in this dress! WOW, Janet! I prefer the fit of the #8 all round, but the back might need a little alteration.<br /><br />These reasons might make you think differently about the frock:<br /><ul><li>You complain about your hot and humid Summers. THIS is how to look great during temperatures like that. Practical. <br /></li><li>You used to wear dress styles similar to this when you first joined the forum. They are not at all a stretch for your style.</li><li>To that point, this type of frock can absolutely compliment your Rocker Warrior Princess persona. You have a Grecian Goddess streak (wave to Mo!), and you're rekindling your affection with that style sensibility. Why not! You don't need to look rocker all the time. Invite the versatility. <br /></li><li>Lastly, this is not a dressy dress. It's dramatic, but not dressy. And it can be dressed down to perfection.&nbsp;</li></ul>FWIW, there's my 2 cents :)<br /><br /><br /> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/angies-pick-white-high-low-hem-dress#post-906859 Sat, 13 Apr 2013 15:33:13 +0000 Janet 906859@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Thanks for all the great feedback, ladies! It's been very helpful. </p> <p>Mo, you've hit on part of the issue for me. I want a dress to function in my casual life, not just as an event garment. This dress skews a bit dressy for that. </p> <p>I like this dress, but I'm not so sure it's "me" at this stage of my life. Laurie, I really appreciate your comments, as you also helped me put a finger on how this dress differs from where I've been going. Una and Lyn, I also worry this would become a closet orphan, with me waiting for just the right occasion to wear it. </p> <p>In light of the fact that I stumbled upon a great dress last night that I immediately loved, I think these will be returned. Not because that dress would suit the same purpose as this one, but because of the instant "aha, I love it!" feel I got with that dress. That feel was not there with this one. Sometimes it takes a fresh outside perspective to make me fall in love with a garment, but what I'm reading here is confirming my ambivalence. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/angies-pick-white-high-low-hem-dress#post-906552 Sat, 13 Apr 2013 02:15:38 +0000 Mo 906552@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ so very Marilyn! &nbsp;Funny, I have been toying with the idea of a white dress for my summer swim cover up/casual beach option. &nbsp;<br />I like it, but would ask how/where you plan to wear it. &nbsp;Is it for dressy occasions? &nbsp;Casual? &nbsp;Vacation capsule? &nbsp;I can't quite figure where it fits in those categories just off hand. https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/angies-pick-white-high-low-hem-dress#post-906515 Sat, 13 Apr 2013 01:31:34 +0000 Aida 906515@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ Hmm I think the dress is absolutely beautiful on you, but would only be worth keeping as an "unexpected item" <i>if you love it</i> you know? I'm all for the oddball item here and there, but it really has to have your heart. https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/angies-pick-white-high-low-hem-dress#post-906470 Sat, 13 Apr 2013 00:51:15 +0000 sarah 906470@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ Well, I agree with others: it's drop-dead gorgeous on you, but it doesn't seem very "you". https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/angies-pick-white-high-low-hem-dress#post-906468 Sat, 13 Apr 2013 00:49:53 +0000 Thistle 906468@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Gorgeous dress on you! I think it is prettier on you then the model. </p> <p>If there is any way you would a) wear this and b) be able to reconcile it to your style, I say keep.</p> <p>I like it best by far with no topper. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/angies-pick-white-high-low-hem-dress#post-906418 Sat, 13 Apr 2013 00:05:31 +0000 Jjsloane 906418@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ I looks lovely on you, but not your style (I do not like it with the vest at all). I also have poison eye for high low hems. I am dying to find a nice white dress.&nbsp; https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/angies-pick-white-high-low-hem-dress#post-906407 Fri, 12 Apr 2013 23:56:32 +0000 siniestra 906407@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ i really like it i think you should keep it looks gorgeous on you and really flattering... No offense on other comments ...but you are not that old so you can rock the outfit with the hair like you were commenting and some amazing earings. https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/angies-pick-white-high-low-hem-dress#post-906346 Fri, 12 Apr 2013 22:40:47 +0000 rae 906346@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ It fits nicely, but like you in doesn't particularly excite me for your style... Hrm. https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/angies-pick-white-high-low-hem-dress#post-906343 Fri, 12 Apr 2013 22:37:05 +0000 Lyn D. 906343@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ I have had this dilemma too Janet!<br />I can be attracted to a gorgeous dress like this that ticks most of the boxes in terms of style and flattery.<br />If I am not 100% sure though it usually just sits in my closet unworn, and creates all sorts of remorse.<br />You do look beautiful in it! https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/angies-pick-white-high-low-hem-dress#post-906338 Fri, 12 Apr 2013 22:31:57 +0000 Anonymous 906338@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>That dress makes me wish I was tall. You look fabulous in it. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/angies-pick-white-high-low-hem-dress#post-906325 Fri, 12 Apr 2013 21:45:10 +0000 Echo 906325@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ I have to say right off the bat that I probably have a poison eye for the high-low hem. I don't like or even understand the look, but on top of that, it strikes me as very trendy and young. The dress itself - the Grecian goddess look, the colour, the structure of it overall are all very flattering and with a straight hem I would probably love it. But that high-low hem just pushes it into too trendy and young for my eye. https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/angies-pick-white-high-low-hem-dress#post-906312 Fri, 12 Apr 2013 21:23:20 +0000 Raisin 906312@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>You look very beautiful in this, Janet! It is definitely romantic looking, though, which is not usually the style we see from you. Nothing wrong with having a few different style outfits though. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/angies-pick-white-high-low-hem-dress#post-906284 Fri, 12 Apr 2013 20:57:43 +0000 jayne 906284@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ I am a nay sayer....it feels (dare I say) too young for you. &nbsp;It is gorgeous. &nbsp;You are gorgeous. &nbsp;But the two do not belong together in my eye. https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/angies-pick-white-high-low-hem-dress#post-906277 Fri, 12 Apr 2013 20:53:05 +0000 Laurie 906277@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ this is a pretty dress and it fits you absolutely perfectly. &nbsp; i've told you many times that i love your closet and&nbsp;would wear almost everything you wear. &nbsp;i have made major investments based on you modeling Frye boots!&nbsp;&nbsp; my instant reaction is that i would not wear this. &nbsp; i always think of you as long and lean, and this style does not accentuate that signature, drop dead&nbsp;look of yours that catches my eye every time.<br /><br />fit-wise, they both look great, so what is more comfy? &nbsp;i'm a complete nay on the vest.<br /><br />(i'm sounding a little bossy today &nbsp;don't mean to!) https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/angies-pick-white-high-low-hem-dress#post-906247 Fri, 12 Apr 2013 20:21:11 +0000 merwoman 906247@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ You do look drop dead &nbsp;gorgeous in this - and I love the vest!<br />So - I guess the question is - where would you wear it? https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/angies-pick-white-high-low-hem-dress#post-906240 Fri, 12 Apr 2013 20:17:12 +0000 catgirl 906240@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ If I didn't know your style, I'd be a whole-hearted yay. &nbsp;So the question is, are you hoping to embrace this softer look? &nbsp;No reason to let your style restrict you but I've fallen victim to many ophaned&nbsp;items this way! https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/angies-pick-white-high-low-hem-dress#post-906233 Fri, 12 Apr 2013 20:05:37 +0000 Ingunn 906233@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ I'm with Rachy here. I really like it on you (you look terrific), and I like the larger size because I prefer the waistline to hit you a little lower. I notice the hint of&nbsp;poufing in the back, too, but if it can be fixed, I prefer that size on you. Bothe are very pretty, so either way is good.&nbsp; https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/angies-pick-white-high-low-hem-dress#post-906231 Fri, 12 Apr 2013 20:03:40 +0000 Suz 906231@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ Total goddess. I think you look amazing in it, Janet. But if it doesn't fit with your style priorities and you don't feel yourself in it, then it's a pass. I did think of Diana the minute I saw it, too. It would be a great casual wedding dress for somebody getting married on the beach!&nbsp; https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/angies-pick-white-high-low-hem-dress#post-906230 Fri, 12 Apr 2013 20:01:34 +0000 Janet 906230@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ Thanks, Diana! I'm glad this is helpful -- I thought it might be for other folks here to see it on a non-model body, since it was featured in Angie's blog post.&nbsp;<br /><br />I can't wait to see the coral dress on you. I have a feeling that could be a great choice for you!<br /><br />Thanks, Rachy! Keep the opinions coming. https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/angies-pick-white-high-low-hem-dress#post-906227 Fri, 12 Apr 2013 19:59:41 +0000 rachylou 906227@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ Greek goddess! I think I like the 8 just a smidgen better, because looser fits are trending.<br /><br />Of course white freaks me out, but it really is lovely. I like it rocked up with the vest, I wouldn't have guessed that.<br /> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/angies-pick-white-high-low-hem-dress#post-906225 Fri, 12 Apr 2013 19:58:39 +0000 Diana 906225@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ I really like it and I think it's quite flattering, Janet, but I do agree that it's more like something <i>I </i>would wear and not like something <i>you </i>would wear.&nbsp; Both sizes look good, although I do see the extra fabric in the larger size.<br /><br />As an aside, I have ordered the dressier chiffon version of this dress in coral as a potential rehearsal dinner dress.&nbsp; Seeing you in this one actually makes me more confident that it will actually be flattering on me so thank you!<br /><br /><br /> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/angies-pick-white-high-low-hem-dress#post-906223 Fri, 12 Apr 2013 19:57:06 +0000 Janet 906223@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ I'd say this is pretty true to size, Tanya. I typically wear a 6 in dresses this style (styles with straighter cuts that are slimmer through the hips/thigh sometimes mean I have to go up to an 8 and take in the waist and back). I think this would be a fab dress for your ballroom dancing!&nbsp; https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/angies-pick-white-high-low-hem-dress#post-906221 Fri, 12 Apr 2013 19:54:01 +0000 Tanya 906221@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I am going to be biased the other way, as I fell in love with the dress the first time Angie posted it and hope to purchase it as it would be perfect for my various ballroom dancing occasions in the summer.<br /> In a nutshell, I think it looks beautiful on you, particularly the smaller size. I think that every woman can justify a dress that makes you look like a goddess. I also tend to believe that not every item we own has to fit with out style persona, as long as we like it it is fun to brach out.<br /> I am also curious how you find the dress sizing Janet compared to other dresses. I wear 0 in most dresses and the smallest size this one comes in is 2 and I am worried it might be too big for me since I don't want to bother with alterations. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/angies-pick-white-high-low-hem-dress#post-906201 Fri, 12 Apr 2013 19:19:13 +0000 Janet 906201@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ Texstyle, don't worry! I am not sold on it either, so I welcome opinions on all ends of the spectrum! I appreciate your candor.&nbsp;<br /> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/angies-pick-white-high-low-hem-dress#post-906196 Fri, 12 Apr 2013 19:16:00 +0000 texstyle 906196@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ Okay, I hate to post a nay on the first post (maybe someone will beat me to the Submit), but it's such a "Greek Goddess" style, I'm just not sure it's right. I've seen you in so many more fab outfits - this one just isn't doing anything for me.<br /><br />Edit: Just thought I'd better say - that my comment above by no means meant you didn't look beautiful in this dress, it's just I didn't think it was really your style of dress. I also thought of Diana. And weddings... https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/angies-pick-white-high-low-hem-dress#post-906194 Fri, 12 Apr 2013 19:11:19 +0000 Janet 906194@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ This was one of Angie's dress picks recently, and I thought I'd give it a try. Here's the link:&nbsp;<a rel="nofollow" href="http://shop.nordstrom.com/s/suzi-chin-for-maggy-boutique-sleeveless-fit-flare-dress/3488847?cm_cat=partner&amp;cm_ite=1&amp;cm_pla=10&amp;cm_ven=Linkshare&amp;siteId=fV7QgDWUWe0-7IaYHScBoRP9JVZfwp_b4Q">http://shop.nordstrom.com/s/su.....7?cm_cat=p</a><br /><br />Please, please ignore my tired, no make-up face and hair in these pics. Took them pics&nbsp;a few days ago when the dresses arrived, but haven't had time to post. I just threw the dress on with the only sandals I had out of winter hibernation at the time.&nbsp;<br /><br />#1 and 3 are a size 6. #2 and 4 are a size 8. The waist fits a bit better in the 6, but the bust pulls a bit (story of my life).&nbsp;I like where the waistband hits a little lower on my torso&nbsp;in the 8 better, but you can see from the side view that there is too much fabric in the back in the 8, which might not be a bad&nbsp;alteration. The skirt feels a bit full in the 8 too, and the neckline just a little bit low.&nbsp;<br /><br />Fit issues aside, it's&nbsp;a pretty, well-made dress, but I'm wondering if it's too dressy and/or romantic for my style. I've moved away from fit-and-flare dresses even though they are usually conventionally flattering.&nbsp;I'm also not sure if white is so terrific on me (although I admit the light in these photos is not good). I tried on my cobalt denim vest with it, just to see if it would work, but I'm not sure I love it either way. I am leaning toward returning both unless you all see more potential than I'm seeing.&nbsp;<br /><br />What do you think?&nbsp;