https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ask-angie-and-everyone-wedding-guest-dress-shopping-questionshelp Style Advice for Fashion Lovers en-US Sat, 11 Apr 2026 19:38:38 +0000 http://bbpress.org/?v=1.0.2 q https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/search.php https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ask-angie-and-everyone-wedding-guest-dress-shopping-questionshelp/page/2#post-2268724 Sat, 25 Jun 2022 16:48:15 +0000 Staysfit 2268724@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>JenniNZ, I agree, the paisley scarf is not as refined, not really a good choice. &nbsp;I thought of it because I already own it and it is large enough to tie into a shawl, &nbsp;The other toppers were all new purchases and they are all items I think I can use in multiple ways. &nbsp;The greens may be okay since they are not right next to each other. &nbsp;In the meantime, I am trying to wear the green and silver shoes around the house to break them in and see if they will stay on my feet when I walk, etc.</p> <p>Bijou, yes, that is what I’m thinking. &nbsp;The charcoal dress seems like it would be perfect for the wedding.&nbsp;</p> <p><div><br /></div><div>Rachylou, Do you &nbsp;think the pink dress reads conservative ladies who lunch? &nbsp;Or maybe go to rehearsal dinners? &nbsp;DH and I had the same concern about the shoes regarding coverage. &nbsp; Of course in this case the concern includes heads, shoulders, knees and toes! &nbsp;:-) &nbsp;I am actively shopping for other closed toe options…</div><div></p> <p> </div> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ask-angie-and-everyone-wedding-guest-dress-shopping-questionshelp/page/2#post-2268702 Sat, 25 Jun 2022 10:42:43 +0000 Jenni NZ 2268702@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I like Bijou’s idea above about the 2 different dresses for the 2 events. For shoes I am with Angie, I love the silver and green sandals with the Johnny Was topper and the greens look matching on my screen, but maybe you need to picture them next to each other for us. I like the Max Mara dress with the first scarf and your “most comfy” heels. You are lucky if those are comfy, they look higher than would be comfy for me. The necklace for that outfit looks more interesting than the pearls, to me.<br /> Amazing attention to detail. I like to do that also!<br /> Have to just mention I am not keen on the paisley shawl personally? Not sure why? Doesn’t look quite as tasteful as the rest?? </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ask-angie-and-everyone-wedding-guest-dress-shopping-questionshelp/page/2#post-2268693 Sat, 25 Jun 2022 09:33:40 +0000 Bijou 2268693@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I love these combinations and think when it comes to footwear you may be able to wear both outfits with your most comfortable heels, being photo 3 of the set with the pink dress. I would wear the pink dress to the rehearsal dinner and the charcoal dress and green topper to the wedding. Great to see you get your outfits from your existing wardrobe. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ask-angie-and-everyone-wedding-guest-dress-shopping-questionshelp/page/2#post-2268679 Sat, 25 Jun 2022 07:35:41 +0000 rachylou 2268679@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I personally lean towards the second outfit, the Max Mara dress, cotton scarf and closed-toe shoes. Because, tbh, if one cannot show their shoulders to god, then I believe closed-toe is also a given. I also feel the soft pink is happy for a wedding. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ask-angie-and-everyone-wedding-guest-dress-shopping-questionshelp/page/2#post-2268418 Thu, 23 Jun 2022 15:47:26 +0000 Angie 2268418@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>First outfit option with dark dress, sage wrap, and sandals with sage accents! Bag to match. But TRY IT ON FIRST!!!&nbsp;</p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ask-angie-and-everyone-wedding-guest-dress-shopping-questionshelp/page/2#post-2268406 Thu, 23 Jun 2022 14:00:58 +0000 Staysfit 2268406@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Cat2, those are my personal favorites also. Do you have a shoe preference for the charcoal dress or should I shop for some other options. &nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ask-angie-and-everyone-wedding-guest-dress-shopping-questionshelp/page/2#post-2268392 Thu, 23 Jun 2022 13:12:18 +0000 cat2 2268392@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I vote for the green topper, and the sheer gray scarf. How fun! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ask-angie-and-everyone-wedding-guest-dress-shopping-questionshelp/page/2#post-2268389 Thu, 23 Jun 2022 12:55:18 +0000 Staysfit 2268389@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>One final option I thought of may be this Eileen Fisher tiered dress. &nbsp;It’s not as flattering as the others but it is silk, light and will travel well. &nbsp;I like it paired with this Vince linen cardigan and my Earth shoes. &nbsp;Is it too casual for a daytime wedding? &nbsp;<div><br /></div><div>I also like the more colorful pairing with my paisley print scarf as a shawl although I’m stumped about accessories except my silver and yellow bangle…..</div> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ask-angie-and-everyone-wedding-guest-dress-shopping-questionshelp/page/2#post-2268384 Thu, 23 Jun 2022 12:41:10 +0000 Staysfit 2268384@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>For the Max Mara dress I ordered a large cotton scarf that can work as a shawl. &nbsp;I like the dress paired with a necklace made by my aunt, (grandmother of the bride). &nbsp;I also like this scarf paired with my most comfortable heels.&nbsp;<div><br /></div><div>Another option may be this sheer silk wrap with the Paul Green pumps, also very comfy. &nbsp;In this version I would wear the pearls my aunt gave me for my 16th birthday and some sort of sparkly earrings. &nbsp;Maybe the diamond studs (also from my aunt….a big theme in my jewelry!)</p> <p></div> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ask-angie-and-everyone-wedding-guest-dress-shopping-questionshelp/page/2#post-2268382 Thu, 23 Jun 2022 12:22:08 +0000 Staysfit 2268382@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I ordered this topper from Johnny Was, and had it shipped overnight. &nbsp;I love how it looks paired with the dress. It has the same floaty effect Angie suggested, and mimics a floaty top with a pencil skirt because the dress is a fitted sheath. &nbsp;It’s a bit out of character because of its boho vibe, although it looks great with my favorite Art Deco necklace. I am not sure about shoes….the dress reads navy more than black. &nbsp;I wish I had time to try it on but I am too busy until the end of next week when I will model everything. &nbsp;<div><br /></div><div>Three shoe option I already own:<br />1. AGL navy and metallic ankle strap block heel sandals. &nbsp;DH does not like the metallic tone. &nbsp;It’s pewter not silver like the necklace.&nbsp;</div><div><br /></div><div>2. Botoker mint green and silver slide sandals, not a great match for the greens and also not the best shoes for dancing since they fly off my feet.</p> <p>3. &nbsp;Eileen Fisher flat &nbsp;silver metallic sandals- a bit stiff and currently tight across my foot, I may be able to stretch them…</p> <p>4. Pedro Garcia sparkly sandals. &nbsp;May also be difficult for dancing and may be too sparkly. &nbsp;Although I will probably wear simple diamond stud earrings.</p> <p></div> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ask-angie-and-everyone-wedding-guest-dress-shopping-questionshelp/page/2#post-2268274 Wed, 22 Jun 2022 15:24:04 +0000 Angie 2268274@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p><b>Staysfit</b>, if the knitted skirt looks pristine - no problem!&nbsp;</p> <p>Nice pinks and lilacs from J.Crew:</p> <p><a rel="nofollow" href="https://www.jcrew.com/p/womens/categories/clothing/skirts/pencil/no-3-pencil-skirt-in-bi-stretch-cotton/AW310?display=all&amp;fit=Classic&amp;color_name=faded-pistachio&amp;colorProductCode=AW310">https://www.jcrew.com/p/womens.....tretch-cot</a></p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ask-angie-and-everyone-wedding-guest-dress-shopping-questionshelp/page/2#post-2268247 Wed, 22 Jun 2022 10:32:00 +0000 Staysfit 2268247@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Cat2, I did not get a refundable ticket. &nbsp;The ticketing process was an ordeal because I am coordinating my flight with my mother so I actually purchased two round trip flights! &nbsp;I am flying to Michigan a day early, spending the night with my mother and we are both flying to CA together (I’m going with her since she is disabled and cannot manage her luggage). &nbsp;<div><br /></div><div>That reminds me that whatever I carry needs to be very light since I will be lugging both my luggage and my mothers as well! &nbsp;LOL! &nbsp;:-) &nbsp;Fortunately, my mom is a seasoned traveler, and packs very light, so I’m not too worried. &nbsp;My brother is also attending, but he is traveling with one of his tween age daughters, so he is unlikely to have the attention needed to help my mom.</div><div><br /></div><div>If there are fires, I will still go to Michigan and take a partial credit and use the other flight for something else, either another visit to my son in CO, or maybe a trip to FL in the winter. &nbsp;<br /><div><br /></div><div>Bijou, pretty top! &nbsp;I will take a look! &nbsp;Thanks!</p> <p>Zaeobi, thanks for the suggestion. &nbsp;I will look here as well. &nbsp;I tried looking for toppers at places like Macy’s, Nordstrom, Saks, and had little luck. &nbsp;Using the search term poncho provided the best results. &nbsp;The terms Bolero, shrug, shawl, cropped cardigan, did not work as well. &nbsp;</p> <p>Angie, I am definitely going to continue looking at outfits. &nbsp;I love the look of a breezy and pretty top paired with a pencil skirt. &nbsp;I did a quick search for pencil skirts this weekend and found mostly black or white skirts. &nbsp;When I found a color I liked, the material was synthetic. &nbsp;Would a knit skirt look too casual if paired with a pretty top? &nbsp;</div></div> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ask-angie-and-everyone-wedding-guest-dress-shopping-questionshelp/page/2#post-2268239 Wed, 22 Jun 2022 06:47:16 +0000 Zaeobi 2268239@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>The choices you already have look lovely </p> <p>Just wanted to throw this out there because someone else mentioned toppers, but Phase Eight's specialty seems to be dressy ones (cropped cardigans, boleros, jackets etc). So just in case you (or anyone else) wants a cover-up for a sleeveless dress, they do 'wedding guest' &amp; bridal clothes well </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ask-angie-and-everyone-wedding-guest-dress-shopping-questionshelp/page/2#post-2268233 Wed, 22 Jun 2022 03:58:13 +0000 Lynette 2268233@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Staysfit, many Fall weddings in Sonoma county have the guests sitting under umbrellas or some type of cover or they provide parasols. (Although that does tend to block the view!) If it’s at a wedding venue they will have a plan for the heat. If it’s at a private residence they may not. I think the silk dress would be awesome or Angie’s suggestion of a dressy breezy blouse with a skirt sounds great too. A Wine country wedding is a wonderful excuse to dress up! When else can we do that these days? </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ask-angie-and-everyone-wedding-guest-dress-shopping-questionshelp#post-2268222 Wed, 22 Jun 2022 02:46:58 +0000 Bijou 2268222@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Staysfit, I found this blouse on Yoox that may be a possibility. Being 100% silk, it would be light to wear and breathable. Currently 25% off the list price.</p> <p><a rel="nofollow" href="https://www.yoox.com/au/38944651JB/item#dept=wprm_2206fs&amp;sts=sr_wprm_2206fs80&amp;cod10=38944651JB&amp;sizeId=-1">EMPORIO ARMANI | Light pink Women‘s Blouse | YOOX</a></p> <p> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ask-angie-and-everyone-wedding-guest-dress-shopping-questionshelp#post-2268188 Tue, 21 Jun 2022 16:38:07 +0000 cat2 2268188@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>So glad this is coming together and you get to wear pieces that have no doubt been languishing in your closet. One off point trip tip is to make sure everything is fully refundable, should there be a fire in the Wine Country. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ask-angie-and-everyone-wedding-guest-dress-shopping-questionshelp#post-2268187 Tue, 21 Jun 2022 16:34:23 +0000 Angie 2268187@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p><b>Staysfit,</b> sounds like it's coming together, and the creative juices are flowing!</p> <p>I'm wearing this Trina Turk blouse again today - along the lines of what I linked to, and it's glorious I must say. Highly recommend the vibe </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ask-angie-and-everyone-wedding-guest-dress-shopping-questionshelp#post-2268175 Tue, 21 Jun 2022 11:55:43 +0000 Staysfit 2268175@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Barbara Diane and Lynette, if it’s 100 degrees, I hope the Rachel Comey dress will work, it’s remarkably light and should be comfortable. (If anything is comfortable in that sort of heat!). &nbsp;It’s dark enough that I’m not worried about it being a bit sheer. My undergarments do not show, and yet, it is 100% silk so very breathable. &nbsp;Seems like I should be looking for a good sunhat and maybe an umbrella or parasol! &nbsp;<br />(So difficult because I do not want to block anyones view being the tall person in front, etc.)</p> <p>Cat2, I like the idea of a dressy open knit topper. I may even be able to make one! &nbsp;LOL! &nbsp;I took a look at l’agence. &nbsp;I usually like their clothes. &nbsp;They have a maxi shirt dress available right now in a very nice bright light blue background with a reddish brown and white jungle theme animal print. &nbsp;The silhouette reminds me of my long DVF wrap dress. &nbsp;<div><br /></div><div>Ms.Maven, your lace skirt sounds lovely. Bijou, your lace dress is gorgeous! &nbsp;I have a lace dress (Shoshana) in a color I love. &nbsp;It’s slightly snug right now. &nbsp;It technically does fit…I can put it on and zip it up but there’s no room for expansion if I eat, LOL! &nbsp;I think the lining is synthetic so I decided against it.</div><div><br /><div><br /></div><div></p> <p>&nbsp;&nbsp;<div><br /></div><div><br /><div></p> <p></div><div><br /></div></div></div></div> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ask-angie-and-everyone-wedding-guest-dress-shopping-questionshelp#post-2268147 Tue, 21 Jun 2022 00:44:40 +0000 Staysfit 2268147@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Angie, the tops you linked are great! &nbsp;Wearing a top like that with a pencil skirt has been a long time favorite silhouette. &nbsp;<div><br /></div><div>RobinF, I have a couple large scarves that can be tied into a shawl or bolero. &nbsp;I need to test them and see how the colors work. &nbsp;I also found a kimono that might work.</p> <p></div> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ask-angie-and-everyone-wedding-guest-dress-shopping-questionshelp#post-2268111 Mon, 20 Jun 2022 18:54:40 +0000 Barbara Diane 2268111@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Your dresses look great. And II hesitate to say this but it could be as warm as 100 degrees with dry heat, or it could rain ( very very unlikely but possible). </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ask-angie-and-everyone-wedding-guest-dress-shopping-questionshelp#post-2268110 Mon, 20 Jun 2022 18:33:28 +0000 RobinF 2268110@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I don't think the black dress looks too casual for a wedding, unless it is a more formal event? Could you use a shawl-like wrapper with it instead of a jacket or sweater? Seems like that wouldn't interfere as much with the nice details of the dress. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ask-angie-and-everyone-wedding-guest-dress-shopping-questionshelp#post-2268108 Mon, 20 Jun 2022 17:52:30 +0000 cat2 2268108@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Your two current dresses look great, can you find a dressy summery open knit topper? A cream would work with both. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ask-angie-and-everyone-wedding-guest-dress-shopping-questionshelp#post-2268102 Mon, 20 Jun 2022 17:27:03 +0000 Angie 2268102@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I was thinking of a blouses in these shapes with a pencil skirt - but in your colours. Covered, elegant, breezy, dressy:</p> <p><a rel="nofollow" href="https://www.trinaturk.com/products/ravishing-top">https://www.trinaturk.com/products/ravishing-top</a></p> <p><a rel="nofollow" href="https://www.trinaturk.com/products/owl-top-1">https://www.trinaturk.com/products/owl-top-1</a></p> <p><a rel="nofollow" href="https://www.trinaturk.com/products/haypress-top">https://www.trinaturk.com/products/haypress-top</a></p> <p><a rel="nofollow" href="https://www.trinaturk.com/products/concourse-top-5">https://www.trinaturk.com/products/concourse-top-5</a></p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ask-angie-and-everyone-wedding-guest-dress-shopping-questionshelp#post-2268101 Mon, 20 Jun 2022 17:22:48 +0000 Angie 2268101@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>The Rachel Comey dress looks fab! I hate to cover it up - but know that you need to. Will it work with one of your jackets? Might be hot outdoors for September in Sonoma ......not sure.&nbsp;</p> <p>Ideally you need a dress with lightweight sleeves! Lets see the DVF </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ask-angie-and-everyone-wedding-guest-dress-shopping-questionshelp#post-2268090 Mon, 20 Jun 2022 14:40:13 +0000 Staysfit 2268090@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I went through the dresses in my holding zone and found two that fit me. &nbsp;I may be able to make them work IF I can find appropriate toppers and accessories for them. &nbsp;I also have a medium purple maxi length DVF wrap dress with 3/4 sleeves, although it’s heavier than the other two and I typically wear it to winter events.<div><br /></div><div>One is a charcoal colored silk/cotton blend Rachel Comey dress. &nbsp;It would be very easy for travel. &nbsp;It’s very light and takes up almost no space, plus it has a crinkle texture! &nbsp;:-) &nbsp;Does it look too casual? &nbsp;Could it be a good rehearsal dinner or wedding guest dress when paired with the right topper?</div><div><br /></div><div><a rel="nofollow" href="https://shoprhoan.com/products/new-delirium-dress-charcoal-pucker">https://shoprhoan.com/products.....oal-pucker</a><br /></div><div><br /></div><div>The is the silk and linen blend Max Mara dress I purchased a couple years ago during NAS. &nbsp; Its more polished but also more likely to&nbsp;wrinkle. I’m less fond of the pale blush color. &nbsp;</div><div></p> <p></div><div><br /></div><div></p> <p></div> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ask-angie-and-everyone-wedding-guest-dress-shopping-questionshelp#post-2268068 Mon, 20 Jun 2022 12:49:56 +0000 RobinF 2268068@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Sounds like fun! Definitely start looking now! Love Bijou's lace dress. I could see something like that looking great on you.</p> <p>We enjoy staying at AirBNB's for these kinds of events, especially if there is a group of us. I agree that they should be able to tell you if there is an iron or steamer available for use. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ask-angie-and-everyone-wedding-guest-dress-shopping-questionshelp#post-2268041 Mon, 20 Jun 2022 05:22:59 +0000 Lynette 2268041@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Hi staysfit, I grew up in Sonoma County. It will most likely be hot at that time of year. They have what we call an Indian summer where the hottest months are September and October. The last five years have become even hotter than usual. And there have been unusual winds making it the most dangerous season for fires. I still have family there so praying this year will be better. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ask-angie-and-everyone-wedding-guest-dress-shopping-questionshelp#post-2268026 Mon, 20 Jun 2022 02:00:35 +0000 MsMaven 2268026@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I bought a black lace midi skirt just before the lockdown so haven't worn it much, but it doesn't wrinkle and is washable. Something like this with a dressy top would be great. It's slightly full, so not a pencil, and for me that makes it more comfortable. I prefer to wear a lace skirt to an all lace dress or top.</p> <p> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ask-angie-and-everyone-wedding-guest-dress-shopping-questionshelp#post-2268023 Mon, 20 Jun 2022 01:22:53 +0000 Jaime 2268023@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>So many great tips on this thread! Yes, definitely check with the airbnb about iron/steamer availability. No, it is not too early to start looking!&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ask-angie-and-everyone-wedding-guest-dress-shopping-questionshelp#post-2268019 Sun, 19 Jun 2022 23:50:26 +0000 Bijou 2268019@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I find lace does not crease at all and so my lace dress which take up next to no room in a suitcase is very good for travelling. Angie bought a beautiful navy lace dress recently. </p>