https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ball-skirt-lab Style Advice for Fashion Lovers en-US Sat, 18 Apr 2026 18:08:46 +0000 http://bbpress.org/?v=1.0.2 q https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/search.php https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ball-skirt-lab/page/2#post-1762096 Wed, 21 Dec 2016 13:43:04 +0000 Thirkellgirl 1762096@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I've pinned that white shirt/ballgown combo on my secret Pinterest board for my not-yet-engaged daughter's possible future wedding, several times. Helen Mirren also wears a ballgown skirt with a dark blue scoop neck tee and looks fantastic. I agree you need a shinier and more fitted shirt, and wish you luck! Bad time to be shopping! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ball-skirt-lab/page/2#post-1762013 Wed, 21 Dec 2016 03:50:25 +0000 rachylou 1762013@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Here I am with my injured self! (No sherry yet ) I like the first, thinner shirt. Open at the neck and with big jewelry and it would be great. A satin, collared wrap shirt would also up the fancy </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ball-skirt-lab/page/2#post-1761548 Mon, 19 Dec 2016 18:15:55 +0000 Suz 1761548@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>The Bay stuff -- order online and have it delivered. Then you can try on at leisure with the skirt. Delivery can be really fast or slow, depending -- but returns are easy in store.</p> <p> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ball-skirt-lab/page/2#post-1761510 Mon, 19 Dec 2016 15:42:34 +0000 RobinF 1761510@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Sounds like a fun wedding! I'm another one who loves the first look. I like the idea of a dressier shirt but if you can't find one I like the first with bling. I also think a softer color could work too.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ball-skirt-lab/page/2#post-1761494 Mon, 19 Dec 2016 15:01:04 +0000 JAileen 1761494@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I think the first button down looks really great on you. Another one might look better, but if you can't find a better one, I think it looks fine, so long as you pile on some pearls. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ball-skirt-lab/page/2#post-1761491 Mon, 19 Dec 2016 14:49:25 +0000 Carla 1761491@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Heading to Nordies during lunch break, Suz!&nbsp; If I don't have enough time, I'm going to see if I can get a SA to do some recon for me, and pop back tomorrow.&nbsp;&nbsp;I'll also check out BB, though I&nbsp;find I tend to get&nbsp;sized out in store at 10.&nbsp;&nbsp;I had no luck in the local&nbsp;shops, though I did get a sparkly top for my dressy capsule.&nbsp; :-)&nbsp; </p> <p>Those Anne Fontaine shirts (thanks El Cee)&nbsp;just slay!&nbsp; However I don't think there is a distributor in Canada.&nbsp; I though maybe Holts?&nbsp; </p> <p>Will check The Bay/Saks as well, but the store is a jumbled nightmare and not conducive to speed shopping!&nbsp; </p> <p>Wish me luck!</p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ball-skirt-lab/page/2#post-1761483 Mon, 19 Dec 2016 13:34:44 +0000 Suz 1761483@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>So, are you ordering/ trying on some new options? </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ball-skirt-lab/page/2#post-1761232 Sun, 18 Dec 2016 15:03:37 +0000 lyn67 1761232@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>The first is K2K, it only lacks some giant pearls and/or some sparkle(shoes/clutch/shawl), wow! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ball-skirt-lab/page/2#post-1761226 Sun, 18 Dec 2016 13:32:59 +0000 unfrumped 1761226@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I'm with the crowd-- definitely a fitted tucked shirt look but dressier, and while all the inspiration looks are white, and that's " the look" instead of say a jewel toned satin blouse, , , I would explore non- white in case there's one that just works best in terms of fit and fabric and your coloring. For white to work best it needs to be "special" IMO and not just an everyday suit shirt even though the glitteratiI may be able to work that look. Also note the popped collars- so some shirts pop better or have collars that frame the face better.<br /> But you are onto something fab. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ball-skirt-lab/page/2#post-1761190 Sun, 18 Dec 2016 03:13:42 +0000 Jaime 1761190@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Another vote for the first look. Very Angie/Carolina Herrera in the best way! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ball-skirt-lab/page/2#post-1761187 Sun, 18 Dec 2016 02:22:38 +0000 Bonnie 1761187@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I agree with DH, the skirt looks wonderful with the button down shirt. (I've always wanted to wear this look but it doesn't work on me). You will be perfectly dressed for the New Years Eve wedding.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ball-skirt-lab/page/2#post-1761186 Sun, 18 Dec 2016 02:14:56 +0000 Jules 1761186@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Oooh, did you notice the back detail on the BCBG one, Suz?<br /> I do think classic look - tucked and open necked - is the way to go here, though. The RL shirt with French cuffs might be a chic option. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ball-skirt-lab#post-1761180 Sun, 18 Dec 2016 01:50:43 +0000 Suz 1761180@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Look! Some easy to order and return (if necessary) options:&nbsp;</p> <p> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ball-skirt-lab#post-1761178 Sun, 18 Dec 2016 01:42:51 +0000 Suz 1761178@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Stunning outfit. I am with those who say you need a new white button down. I have the same no-iron Brooks Brothers that Angie's wearing and it is very crisp and fitted. So that might work -- you can try on at BB when at work, no? </p> <p>Another really great option, I think, would be a stretch silk white or off-white shirt. I found a striped version at Ann Taylor (Finds) but it probably isn't dressy enough for this occasion. Maybe for another, though.&nbsp;</p> <p>Or you could try this...</p> <p><a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.winserlondon.com/silk-shirt-2524.html">http://www.winserlondon.com/silk-shirt-2524.html</a> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ball-skirt-lab#post-1761176 Sun, 18 Dec 2016 01:32:38 +0000 Emily K 1761176@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Yes--as Jules notes, you can stabilize your shirt by tucking it into your hosiery. I have done it and it's worked for me. The only problem, for me, is if the top if the hose becomes visible over the waistband of the skirt/pants such as can happen if you wear your pants lower on the hip or wear (as I used to do) the kind of pencil skirt that doesn't have a band at the waist. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ball-skirt-lab#post-1761174 Sun, 18 Dec 2016 01:29:07 +0000 gradfashionista 1761174@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I love the first look and could see it working well with a pearl necklace, a bangle, or a statement ring. The look could probably stand on its own with the right make-up, though. Amazing find. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ball-skirt-lab#post-1761171 Sun, 18 Dec 2016 00:53:06 +0000 Sal 1761171@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I love the new skirt!! &nbsp;I think your ideas are terrific and perfect for your look and personality. &nbsp;</p> <p>I could also see sparkly jewelry working here.</p> <p>I love the drama of the white shirt, cream would also work, and I think it needs an element of crispness rather than softness. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ball-skirt-lab#post-1761166 Sun, 18 Dec 2016 00:35:56 +0000 Jules 1761166@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>No, I meant literally tucking the shirt into your underwear or tights, to help keep it in place. Ok I've never actually done this - I'm short waisted and hippy so tucking has never been my friend -but I know I've seen/heard of it. Worth a try?<br /> <a href="http://corporette.com/calling-all-tuckers/" rel="nofollow">http://corporette.com/calling-all-tuckers/</a><br /> Read the comments - some ideas about folding techniques to make a shirt seem more fitted too. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ball-skirt-lab#post-1761155 Sat, 17 Dec 2016 23:30:03 +0000 El Cee 1761155@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Here is Angie in her lovely, crisp Anne Fontaine shirt (with a pile of pearls) -- the one Greyscale just mentioned:&nbsp;<a rel="nofollow" href="http://youlookfab.com/2011/09/13/fashion-week-day-4-classic-white-and-pearls/">http://youlookfab.com/2011/09/.....nd-pearls/</a>&nbsp; Not paired with ball skirt in this thread, but I can totally picture it worn that way.</p> <p>And here she is in the same shirt (sans pearls), this time paired with a skirt for a more formal event (rehearsal dinner):&nbsp;<a rel="nofollow" href="http://youlookfab.com/2012/03/27/rehearsal-dinner-at-a-chicago-wedding/">http://youlookfab.com/2012/03/.....o-wedding/</a></p> <p>The link for Anne Fontaine white shirts:&nbsp;<a rel="nofollow" href="https://www.annefontaine.com/the-white-shirt">https://www.annefontaine.com/the-white-shirt</a></p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ball-skirt-lab#post-1761153 Sat, 17 Dec 2016 23:20:00 +0000 Eliza 1761153@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>What Janet says. You look stunning in that skirt, RC. Such a true to you dress -up moment! Have fun. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ball-skirt-lab#post-1761152 Sat, 17 Dec 2016 23:19:48 +0000 Greyscale 1761152@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I LOVE the CH-inspired looks. The first white shirt is better than the second, in my opinion. I've worn a similar look with a slightly fitted Theory button down, their classic shirting fabric that's cotton and nylon. Somehow it stays crisper than my regular cotton shirts.</p> <p>I think silk might drape too much to get the right effect but it's worth a try. I believe Angie has also done a similar look with an Anne Fontaine shirt, along with the post someone tracked down? I've never tried those shirts on but they do seem more architectural.</p> <p>And yes, piles of pearls. Or really blingy crystal earrings. And like someone mentioned earlier, see if you can get away with unbuttoning one more button.</p> <p>Your hair is perfect for this look. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ball-skirt-lab#post-1761148 Sat, 17 Dec 2016 22:56:32 +0000 Carla 1761148@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Wow! Thanks a lot for suggestions, advice, and endorsement of the idea. The skirt really is lovely. The box pleats kick out at the back giving it an elegant, long line when I walk! </p> <p>DH likes the CH version the best, so I am going to stay true to my original idea of a button down. I am going to see if I can find a finer button down - silk, satin, fine cotton - with a better fit. I am wondering if a top with a body suit bottom might be an idea for keeping things smooth and tucked. (Is that what you meant, Jules, about tucking it into my panties?)</p> <p>I'm intrigued with the idea of a coloured top, and not adverse to trying one out. Of course I will fill the neckline with a pile of pearls! I need a clutch, too! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ball-skirt-lab#post-1761141 Sat, 17 Dec 2016 22:17:08 +0000 Janet 1761141@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I feel like the white shirt is not special enough to stand up to that fab skirt. I would look for a beautiful silk shirt with a wonderful sheen to it -- and maybe in a color in your palette rather than white. The lace top is pretty, but it is too long.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ball-skirt-lab#post-1761138 Sat, 17 Dec 2016 22:04:09 +0000 Brooklyn 1761138@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I agree the first shirt is best with some added bling. It's a great look. The lace top is too long. You need to show the waist line. I like Tanya's ideas too. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ball-skirt-lab#post-1761119 Sat, 17 Dec 2016 20:35:12 +0000 Anna 1761119@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Love the first picture. You look so so elegant! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ball-skirt-lab#post-1761112 Sat, 17 Dec 2016 19:58:47 +0000 cindysmith 1761112@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Love the first one. It looks amazing on you! Like, WOW<br /> That lace top is too long, it screws with the lines of the skirt IMO. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ball-skirt-lab#post-1761107 Sat, 17 Dec 2016 19:34:21 +0000 El Cee 1761107@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Love, love, love the idea of the Carolina Herrera look. Found the post that Beth Ann was talking about:&nbsp;<a rel="nofollow" href="http://youlookfab.com/2011/05/25/chaperoning-a-prom-with-friends/">http://youlookfab.com/2011/05/.....h-friends/</a></p> <p>Angie describes her fab ensemble -- <b>"I tucked a basic white, non-iron Brooks Brothers shirt into a stretch black taffeta Todashi Shoji maxi skirt complete with fishtail."<br /></b><br />I think you could achieve this same look with a slightly dressier and more fitted white cotton shirt. The BR one (#1-2) comes pretty close. Perhaps Tanya's suggestion will work to make the top a bit more fitted. Or it may just be worth your while to hunt for a slimmer fitting button-down... and pile on some pearls. If you dare, try Sharon Stone's open plunging neckline. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ball-skirt-lab#post-1761099 Sat, 17 Dec 2016 19:19:38 +0000 UmmLila (Lisa) 1761099@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I like the Carolina Herrera look </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ball-skirt-lab#post-1761097 Sat, 17 Dec 2016 19:14:03 +0000 Vix 1761097@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Hi RC --</p> <p>Gorgeous skirt on you and I love the idea of putting your spin on the CH outfit BUT your color palette is so much richer than the white. I think a silky version in one of your shades would be great.</p> <p>IIRC Sharon Stone also did this look with a t-shirt for some big event (Oscars? Golden Globes?). So you could explore a short sleeve sequin &nbsp;or lace top too. </p> <p>The key seems to be tucking and you look great modeling that look so no worries there!&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ball-skirt-lab#post-1761095 Sat, 17 Dec 2016 19:06:00 +0000 Emily K 1761095@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I like shirt #1 the best. Maybe it just needs to look its crispest. If you continue to shop for a top, I'd look for one that is of cambric/batiste, so almost sheer, fine, and crisp.</p> <p>ETA--it's a lovely skirt and the Carolina Herrera look is so elegant! </p>