https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ask-angie-and-all-tadashi-dress-option Style Advice for Fashion Lovers en-US Fri, 17 Apr 2026 12:30:37 +0000 http://bbpress.org/?v=1.0.2 q https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/search.php https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ask-angie-and-all-tadashi-dress-option#post-1411352 Mon, 15 Dec 2014 16:15:40 +0000 Karie 1411352@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Oh how I love that second dress on you! I can't assess the fit as photo #2&nbsp;is blurry and you are holding out the sides in #4. A good tailor will be able to alter the top if it needs it. Whether you keep it in blue or black, it will be a timeless addition to your wardrobe. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ask-angie-and-all-tadashi-dress-option#post-1411202 Mon, 15 Dec 2014 03:18:02 +0000 Debora 1411202@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>The first dress looks wonderful on you, but the second dress is amazing. I vote Tadashi! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ask-angie-and-all-tadashi-dress-option#post-1411044 Sun, 14 Dec 2014 22:24:23 +0000 catgirl 1411044@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Love the Tadashi dress - that is a good brand for me and I think you will use this more than you realize over time. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ask-angie-and-all-tadashi-dress-option#post-1410919 Sun, 14 Dec 2014 18:01:35 +0000 unfrumped 1410919@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Okay, ordering smaller size!</p> <p>Dianthus, I did size up in the Papell, so I'm sized out there. I'm also long-waisted so I like about where the Tadashi sits, I don't like fitted waists to be too high or the skirts kinda stick out and are too full in the wrong place, but if the smaller size just a touch higher that would still be okay.</p> <p>Staysfit, thanks for the vote of confidence!&nbsp;I so appreciate your comments.&nbsp;You are absolutely right that Angie sets the perfect tone for having fun with fashion and not worrying about the little things, and helps us keep everything in perspective.&nbsp; I&nbsp;like to&nbsp;kid around a little on the forum, in contrast to my more serious ventures (:&nbsp;, so maybe I use&nbsp;my wry tone too lightly. <br />Sveta, I will try not to be boring! I had targeted the navy because the black and nude lace was reading really "warm" and the navy-nude seemed a cooler palette. We'll see.</p> <p>All the comments have encouraged me&nbsp;in the direction of, &nbsp;if the fit can be worked out,&nbsp;then &nbsp;this would be good to have on hand ( and it's true that often the occasions will be more likely if I'm feeling equipped!). In kind of reviewing wardrobe "holes and mountains" I've targeted a couple of recent items to return, and "wants" that aren't real needs, because I think I accumulate items that are easier to find and duplicate, and then don't have something for specific occasions.&nbsp; I <u>do</u> like the fun-factor associated with dressing for the occasion if I can. I don't actually have to do girl-math, but it only takes a few&nbsp;unnecessary, wear-splitting items &nbsp;to =&nbsp;one&nbsp;dressy dress, and the former don't really change the game at all. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ask-angie-and-all-tadashi-dress-option#post-1410906 Sun, 14 Dec 2014 17:05:37 +0000 Angie 1410906@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Staysfit, that was very gracious of you. I'm touched, and hope that unfrumped is too.&nbsp;<b>Thank you.&nbsp;</b></p> <p><b></b>Unfrumped, try a size down in ink first. I think you will love that dress as much as it loves you. xo<b><br /></b> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ask-angie-and-all-tadashi-dress-option#post-1410904 Sun, 14 Dec 2014 17:02:46 +0000 Staysfit 1410904@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Wow, I really love the shape of dress 2. &nbsp;It is absolutely stunning but I see how it is large in the torso, especially when you are holding out the sides :-). &nbsp;I have no idea how hard it is to take in lace, but the tailors near me work miracles. &nbsp;If you have a good tailor, it may be worth asking? &nbsp;Also, I agree with everyone who suggests ordering the smaller size to try that as well. &nbsp;It looks like you have a lot of room in the torso, so it might work.&nbsp;</p> <p>My next words are meant with love and kindness. &nbsp;Angie shows us pictures for inspiration, not to make us feel competitive, ashamed or badly about ourselves. &nbsp;In fact, I love how she is so sensitively aware of how different we all are, and pays attention to this in her blog, and on the forum. &nbsp;&nbsp; I am certain that you know this, or you wouldn't have been brave enough to post a picture of yourself in the same dress as Angie.&nbsp;You should wear that and any dress with the confidence that your own beauty will shine through. &nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ask-angie-and-all-tadashi-dress-option#post-1410841 Sun, 14 Dec 2014 14:56:38 +0000 Minnie 1410841@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Hello,</p> <p>Another vote for dress No 2.&nbsp;<br />It looks great on you.<br />I would try a size down before altering and I would stick with black and not even try navy.<br />I think a black dress is more versatile. It's easier to change shoes, bags etc for future occasions. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ask-angie-and-all-tadashi-dress-option#post-1410839 Sun, 14 Dec 2014 14:53:23 +0000 Sveta 1410839@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Tadashi gets my vote. I would follow Suz's advice and try a navy is size down to see how it fits.&nbsp;<br />This is an interesting statement:<br /><span><i>"I will have more access to black shoes and black toppers, and so that may look more intentional than wearing the same, with navy, and hoping I look like&nbsp;sophisticated&nbsp;neutral-mixer."</i><br /></span>Personally for me most of the times&nbsp;when somebody wears all black it does not look as much intentional as just "afraid to try something else because I don't know how to mix colors". I think navy and black does look sophisticated and stylish together and this is what I would go with - but I love navy and ink. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ask-angie-and-all-tadashi-dress-option#post-1410838 Sun, 14 Dec 2014 14:44:46 +0000 kkards 1410838@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>another vote for the&nbsp;Tadashi. and i just&nbsp;want to add, it looks navy on my screen…..(especially the ribboned waist) </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ask-angie-and-all-tadashi-dress-option#post-1410836 Sun, 14 Dec 2014 14:43:06 +0000 cheryle (Dianthus) 1410836@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I think both dresses are lovely. &nbsp;Is the waist on the tadashi sitting at your natural waist or an inch or so lower? &nbsp;I have that issue with the tadashi dresses I own - they are a touch big in the upper torso and a touch long to the waist. &nbsp;If you are ordering another tadashi, could you try the next size up in the Papell as well and see which of the dresses works the best?</p> <p>I think both dresses will have staying power so would be worth the alteration to get the perfect fit. &nbsp;It is rare to find a dress that fits ideally everywhere off the shelf. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ask-angie-and-all-tadashi-dress-option#post-1410829 Sun, 14 Dec 2014 14:09:13 +0000 Suz 1410829@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I love the second dress on you. It's stunning. This dress won't date. Why not try the size down in navy if available, and if that doesn't work, then alter?&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ask-angie-and-all-tadashi-dress-option#post-1410758 Sun, 14 Dec 2014 03:05:56 +0000 Jaime 1410758@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Oh my Angie's dress is stunning on you! I like Joy's plan. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ask-angie-and-all-tadashi-dress-option#post-1410754 Sun, 14 Dec 2014 02:47:20 +0000 Anonymous 1410754@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>The dress in2 is beautiful on you. Why not hang onto it while seeing if you can get the navy and in a size down too? Then pick the one that you like best. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ask-angie-and-all-tadashi-dress-option#post-1410743 Sun, 14 Dec 2014 02:03:23 +0000 unfrumped 1410743@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Hi, Angie, thank you! It wouldn't hurt to try size down. It might be too tight ion upper chest and will be shorter, but at least I'd know. Wonder if I should look at navy or just stick with black. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ask-angie-and-all-tadashi-dress-option#post-1410722 Sun, 14 Dec 2014 01:09:10 +0000 Angie 1410722@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>What Kelly said by a billion percent. Before you begin the alteration process, did you try a size down?&nbsp;</p> <p>Personally, I MUCH prefer dress #2, and that's not because I have it too. It's much more flattering on your body type, and more interesting to boot. I cannot see the dress date or be&nbsp;overly&nbsp;memorable. That thought never entered my mind, actually. I bought that dress.&nbsp;My actions speak louder than my words.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;</p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ask-angie-and-all-tadashi-dress-option#post-1410715 Sun, 14 Dec 2014 00:54:02 +0000 unfrumped 1410715@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Thanks, Kellygirl!</p> <p>Ummlila, I do wish it didn't need alteration. I had assumed that sizing down would make it too snug elsewhere. The riding up in # 1 is , what goes up does not come down!<br /> Gardenchick , thanks for your take on dresses. Also I'm trying to learn that if I don't over invest in too many of one type of outfit ( say more work items than I really need) , it wouldn't be a big stretch to have a few items on hand for special occasions with a fairly high CPW. I go black&amp;white forth on that approach vs the make- do approach. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ask-angie-and-all-tadashi-dress-option#post-1410637 Sat, 13 Dec 2014 22:21:49 +0000 gardenchick 1410637@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Both are very flattering. From the photos, I can't see the thing you're complaining about regarding the Papell, but I believe you if you say it isn't comfortable b/c it's riding up.</p> <p>I have one LBD that I have had for many years...for a number of years it didn't fit me and was at the back of my closet, then I lost weight and it fit again. I actually wore it three times this year--to a wedding, a school benefit, and DH's work party. There were more occasions than I expected! I guess I'm saying that if the TS feels comfortable and flattering on you, I'd suggest keeping it. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ask-angie-and-all-tadashi-dress-option#post-1410632 Sat, 13 Dec 2014 22:16:55 +0000 UmmLila (Lisa) 1410632@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I think the second one is great (will be better with those side adjustments) and even the first one would be okay if I didn't know about the riding up issue. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ask-angie-and-all-tadashi-dress-option#post-1410594 Sat, 13 Dec 2014 21:43:04 +0000 kellygirl 1410594@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Wow! I love the second dress on you. Stunning! Surely that is a timeless dress that can be worn for years to come without looking like you are repeating yourself. It's gorgeous on you! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ask-angie-and-all-tadashi-dress-option#post-1410591 Sat, 13 Dec 2014 21:39:25 +0000 unfrumped 1410591@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>After struggling to find something last-minute to wear to a dressy event this fall, I ordered both the Papell lace dress and the Tadashi Shoji awhile back and am just getting around to pics. I ordered the TS in the<u> navy </u>but they sent the black <u>labelled</u> as navy! So I have that to think about, too.</p> <p>#1 is the Papell and I'll say up front it has to go back because&nbsp;the skirt portion&nbsp;<u>rides up and stays up</u>. Meaning, of course, that it's a bit too fitted and the fabric a bit clingy through the hip. I'm bummed, because even though it's a little shorter than I'd hoped, it otherwise fits well for a sheath, for me and to some extent might be more versatile than #2 below, though of course not a work dress. I'd hoped the riding up was minor, and it's not too bad from sit to stand, but if I raise up my arms, whoops, no skirt.</p> <p>#2 is the TS. I&nbsp;quake to show it after&nbsp;your modeling of it, Angie! &nbsp;I think it looks very dressy and that 's part of the problem--will it sit in my closet and come out once a year, will it be too memorable to repeat, &nbsp;and for how many years could that work? It may be for my imaginary lifestyle, which includes the occasional cocktail/formal event, and of course&nbsp;weddings and such are unpredictable times of year and not always so dressy,&nbsp;so&nbsp; it's hard for me to string together a series of dress events in any one year.<br />The second issue is, umm, roomy darts again. It does&nbsp; not fit as it does on Angie! It isn't as obvious as in some dresses because of the lace pattern and also the softness of the fabric, but I am guessing it would need to be taken in at side seams a bit, if that were possible. (The belt is not fitted enough but could be fixed or other belt sub'd).</p> <p>The 3rd thing is, I wanted to try the navy as it looked more pinky+ navy but here I am in black. I could order ( if still available) to see if somehow it "read" differently--perhaps less wintry? but of course the fit and dressy issues will be the same. OTOH, I will have more access to black shoes and black toppers, and so that may look more intentional than wearing the same, with navy, and hoping I look like sophistocated neutral-mixer.</p> <p>Anyway, comments are appreciated, re the dress itself, fit and so on, vs. how&nbsp;realistic to be.&nbsp; </p>