https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/bah-humbug-or-practical Style Advice for Fashion Lovers en-US Thu, 23 Apr 2026 14:53:38 +0000 http://bbpress.org/?v=1.0.2 q https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/search.php https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/bah-humbug-or-practical/page/2#post-1083875 Wed, 13 Nov 2013 19:19:36 +0000 Freckles 1083875@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Sounds like a really smart plan. &nbsp;I don't think your wrap dresses say workwear anyway and with the cami they will be perfect. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/bah-humbug-or-practical#post-1083673 Wed, 13 Nov 2013 16:52:13 +0000 Thistle 1083673@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>so, listening to kkards, I am going to talk to the CEO's secretary and ask her about standard wear at the event. </p> <p>I have not gone the last 2 years as year 1 I was on maternity leave, and year 2 they gave me 2 weeks notice of the event and I couldn't book a babysitter.</p> <p>The one year I went, it was pretty across the spectrum. Some wives came in sequins, other a basic black dress (I am the only female on the management team, so there is no collegue to ask). </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/bah-humbug-or-practical#post-1083535 Wed, 13 Nov 2013 15:11:38 +0000 pil 1083535@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Depending on your other accessories, what about a pair of patterned hose? Angie had a pair of burgundy hose in the YLF store. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/bah-humbug-or-practical#post-1083527 Wed, 13 Nov 2013 14:57:55 +0000 texstyle 1083527@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>This sounds like a great plan to me - burgundy is a very good holiday color and with the right extras like the sparkly cami and dressy shoes you can easily kick it up to festive wear. And you know that just about every woman going to this party is probably going through a similar thought process - and some will panic and shop last minute (which most&nbsp;often leads to a poor decision), while others will be practical and calm about the process. I used to panic and shop last minute. I rarely ever wore the item again. It felt too much like a "costume" and not enough like "me."&nbsp; </p> <p>Edit: I wonder if a lace cami might work...something along this line but maybe not as low cut?</p> <p><a href="http://www.victoriassecret.com/clothing/knit-tops-and-tees/lace-cami?ProductID=144863&amp;CatalogueType=OLS" rel="nofollow">http://www.victoriassecret.com.....logueType=</a></p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/bah-humbug-or-practical#post-1083418 Wed, 13 Nov 2013 11:44:36 +0000 Mochi 1083418@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>No need for justifying your choices anyway, but that sounds like a good plan.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/bah-humbug-or-practical#post-1083402 Wed, 13 Nov 2013 11:20:07 +0000 kkards 1083402@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>hmmm, i'm a little uncomfortable with wearing workwear to a holiday party at an exclusive country club. this is not a party,&nbsp;<b>this is a work event, and as&nbsp;such</b>,<b> will your dress stand out as different and mark you as not one of the team?</b> what do the other women wear? if the other women will be wearing workwear then i say go for it. if not, i say, get the &nbsp;party separates so that you can reuse parts next year.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/bah-humbug-or-practical#post-1083293 Wed, 13 Nov 2013 04:49:35 +0000 Anonymous 1083293@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Your wrap dress with some bling sounds perfect. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/bah-humbug-or-practical#post-1083277 Wed, 13 Nov 2013 04:32:21 +0000 Gigi 1083277@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>It seems to me that if you're not super-excited about buying some formal evening wear for this event, then by all means stick with what you have. If you were excited about adding some dress-up stuff, that would be another thing. But it's a downer&nbsp;to invest your money into something that's not going to be part of your life later on.</p> <p>I like some of the suggestions on this thread--maybe buy a piece of&nbsp;glitzy jewelry or an eye-catching clutch instead that you can also&nbsp;use for other, less-formal&nbsp;occasions. That will be less money and more versatile. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/bah-humbug-or-practical#post-1083275 Wed, 13 Nov 2013 04:28:56 +0000 Beth Ann 1083275@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I'm all for it!&nbsp; I would have fun with the accessories, for sure, but I think it's a great idea to use a dress in your wardrobe already.&nbsp; I always think its best to stay fairly low-key when "partying" with coworkers, anyway.&nbsp; </p> <p>I just found out that I have 2 additional performing opportunities this seasons -- one is full out schmaltz and bling......I've got the opposite problem to solve. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/bah-humbug-or-practical#post-1083207 Wed, 13 Nov 2013 03:15:29 +0000 Suz 1083207@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>This sounds smart to me. You'll look pretty, feel good, and know you have more money to spend for something you'll wear more often.&nbsp;</p> <p>I almost never have dressy parties at the winter holiday season either. So I know exactly what you mean. I would like an excuse to go all glitzy...but really...it's not going to happen.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/bah-humbug-or-practical#post-1083200 Wed, 13 Nov 2013 03:07:27 +0000 Jules 1083200@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I might have a slightly dressy party this year; usually I don't even, maybe just The Nutcracker or something similar where I need to look appropriate but the focus is elsewhere. I love looking at the holiday clothes and fashion photos but I realized long ago they bear no relationship to my actual life. Your party outfit sounds great. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/bah-humbug-or-practical#post-1083034 Wed, 13 Nov 2013 00:18:51 +0000 Amy 1083034@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Sounds like a smart plan to me! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/bah-humbug-or-practical#post-1083017 Wed, 13 Nov 2013 00:07:05 +0000 Anonymous 1083017@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>That sounds like a plan! I concur with everyone here. Spend your big money on the things you can wear most. Over time you can collect things like jewelry, a clutch, and special occasion shoes.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/bah-humbug-or-practical#post-1083011 Tue, 12 Nov 2013 23:55:31 +0000 Deborah 1083011@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Sounds very smart to me.&nbsp; You could even forget the sparkly tank and wear a statement necklace for some bling. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/bah-humbug-or-practical#post-1083008 Tue, 12 Nov 2013 23:54:36 +0000 catgirl 1083008@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Totally sensible! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/bah-humbug-or-practical#post-1083003 Tue, 12 Nov 2013 23:52:13 +0000 annagybe 1083003@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I can't vouch for the comfort, but aren't these cool</p> <p><a href="http://shop.nordstrom.com/S/see-by-chloe-ziggy-loafer-flat/3515549?origin=related-3515549-60150258-3-1-4-RR&#038;PageCategoryId=PP" rel="nofollow">http://shop.nordstrom.com/S/se.....egoryId=PP</a> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/bah-humbug-or-practical#post-1083002 Tue, 12 Nov 2013 23:51:50 +0000 dustt 1083002@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>smart and practical - no humbug at all!! - </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/bah-humbug-or-practical#post-1083001 Tue, 12 Nov 2013 23:48:53 +0000 annagybe 1083001@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Size down 1/2 a size</p> <p><a href="http://totokaelo.com/store/products/dieppa-restrepo/fw12/leon/persia" rel="nofollow">http://totokaelo.com/store/pro.....eon/persia</a></p> <p>I find this brand very comfortable, up there with AGL. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/bah-humbug-or-practical#post-1082969 Tue, 12 Nov 2013 23:14:46 +0000 carter 1082969@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I'm a "make it work" girl, so I think your plan is perfect. Let the 20 year olds waste their money on big ticket one-wear pieces. We're wiser than they are! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/bah-humbug-or-practical#post-1082960 Tue, 12 Nov 2013 22:58:16 +0000 Karie 1082960@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Your solution sounds good to me. Save your clothing money for what you will get the most wear out of. With family and friends scattered all over, and DH having to work, I am in a very similar situation. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/bah-humbug-or-practical#post-1082950 Tue, 12 Nov 2013 22:51:10 +0000 Kristin L 1082950@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Your solution sounds practical to me. I'm 100% for saving the money and putting into something else, like new spring clothes in a few months. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/bah-humbug-or-practical#post-1082944 Tue, 12 Nov 2013 22:47:16 +0000 JAileen 1082944@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I have a similar situation. One dressy party, everything else casual. I have a collection of holiday basics - black skirts, black pants, black shells, etc, then I look for a new (or thrifted) piece to go with the basics. I also have a dressy handbag and beautiful (but unfortunately) uncomfortable black heels. I like to keep my outfit cost low and instead spend good money on things I'll wear a lot, such as good quality boots.</p> <p>I think your plan is good. I think if you spent too much money it would make you feel worse. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/bah-humbug-or-practical#post-1082925 Tue, 12 Nov 2013 22:34:42 +0000 Echo 1082925@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Your idea sounds like the perfect solution, IMO. It doesn't make sense to spend big on a new dress that you will likely only wear once, and it sounds like the outfit you have in mind will look great! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/bah-humbug-or-practical#post-1082921 Tue, 12 Nov 2013 22:33:53 +0000 DonnaF 1082921@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Your solution sounds great to me.&nbsp; Will the company party be mostly 1) sit-down at a table; 2) going through a buffet line, and/or 3) dancing?&nbsp; Thinking ahead to future years or what I would wear if in your situation, my solution would vary according to 1), 2), or 3).&nbsp; By this, I mean if #1 I would concentrate on a glitzy blouse and/or necklace, and if I kept a clutch on the table, then a fancy clutch.&nbsp; If #2, something non-fussy that I wouldn't trip over, but I would have to give more thought to shoes.&nbsp; If #3, then comfy but pretty dancing shoes would be a consideration. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/bah-humbug-or-practical#post-1082907 Tue, 12 Nov 2013 22:22:36 +0000 AviaMariah 1082907@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Sounds perfect to me! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/bah-humbug-or-practical#post-1082901 Tue, 12 Nov 2013 22:19:17 +0000 NDMom 1082901@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I think it would be wise to use your hard-earned dollars for things that get the most use in your wardrobe.&nbsp; Your planned outfit sounds great.&nbsp; Like Emily stated, I would get a fun clutch purse to add a bit of punch.</p> <p>I am in the same boat.&nbsp; No one dresses up.....and I always wanted to be a glamorous lady!&nbsp; (My mom said I said this ever since I could talk).&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/bah-humbug-or-practical#post-1082899 Tue, 12 Nov 2013 22:17:50 +0000 unfrumped 1082899@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>No humbug at all. I totally hear you on how much effort to put into special occasions. I do think it's fun to dress up to the level of the occasion&nbsp;as much as&nbsp;I can, but pressure-shopping doesn't improve on looks.</p> <p>You've analyzed the parts--are you asking whether you should go even more festive/formal and get very dressy items? I think you've described an event where it isn't really key to go all superficially glitzy and glam--good fit, rich colors and festive trim or jewelry&nbsp; make the first impression, IMO.&nbsp;You need a dressy clutch!</p> <p>&nbsp;Now if you'd had your eye on something special, or were aiming to add a special occasion capsule--but I don't hear that.So I'd go more on how&nbsp;that &nbsp;dress or outfit makes you feel.&nbsp; </p> <p>Now, shoes--it can be hard to multi-purpose shoes, so I think they should "go" with the dress even if they also work for other outfits.&nbsp; They should not be so "useful" that they don't do&nbsp;the dress justive. Hmmm. Footwear is my nemesis. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/bah-humbug-or-practical#post-1082894 Tue, 12 Nov 2013 22:13:24 +0000 Emily 1082894@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Sounds like a good plan to me! &nbsp;I would be tempted to pick up a fancy clutch or sparkly statement jewellery to go with the dress... </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/bah-humbug-or-practical#post-1082885 Tue, 12 Nov 2013 22:07:26 +0000 cade 1082885@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>My practical side always gets the better of me: Put your hard earned money towards things that you get a lot of use from. Besides, if anybody&nbsp;should remember your dress&nbsp;from one year to the other, they have bigger problems to deal with. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/bah-humbug-or-practical#post-1082884 Tue, 12 Nov 2013 22:06:07 +0000 Anonymous 1082884@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>That seems perfectly logical and fine to me! </p>