https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/curvy-maxi----buy-or-leave Style Advice for Fashion Lovers en-US Wed, 22 Apr 2026 11:55:28 +0000 http://bbpress.org/?v=1.0.2 q https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/search.php https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/curvy-maxi----buy-or-leave#post-627745 Thu, 24 May 2012 16:54:51 +0000 Anonymous 627745@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I'm sure you'll find a fab one to make both you and your DH happy, though I really like this one. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/curvy-maxi----buy-or-leave#post-627636 Thu, 24 May 2012 14:50:00 +0000 pastrygirl 627636@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>My husband hates it. I also realized that the underarm part is very loose and gapey, so it's going back. The maxi dress search continues! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/curvy-maxi----buy-or-leave#post-627620 Thu, 24 May 2012 14:31:45 +0000 Vix 627620@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>This is exactly the kind of maxi shape I love -- streamlined -- and I think the fit, print, and colors look great on you. </p> <p>Do you need the belt to add shape? I don't know that it's adding anything. I might try without (could be cooler, temp wise) or look for a wider belt.</p> <p>Anyway, I'm "if you'd wear it, buy it." I have a couple (one ancient!) and I wear mine around for casual errands or eating out. Maxis = sun protection + style in my world, ha. This one looks super-easy to dress up or down to me. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/curvy-maxi----buy-or-leave#post-627556 Thu, 24 May 2012 13:43:45 +0000 Anonymous 627556@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I love the dress and the colors. The only thing I'm hesitant about is the way the dress looks in the shoulder area. Maybe a cropped, short- or 3/4-sleeved black jacket (I'm thinking cotton sateen here, or some other black summerweight fabric that would have a sheen to it) would do the trick? </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/curvy-maxi----buy-or-leave#post-627542 Thu, 24 May 2012 13:20:20 +0000 Nadya 627542@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>You look great in that dress! It's a gorgeous dress; I tried it on and loved it but was worried I didn't have anywhere to wear it. I ended up buying a more casual maxi to give it a bash, as Angie would say (though maybe not about Maxis!) </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/curvy-maxi----buy-or-leave#post-627465 Thu, 24 May 2012 04:58:02 +0000 Deborah 627465@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>It looks much better on you PG:) Now I have to start by saying I don't really like maxi dresses... but I actually love this on you. Its very glam! Makes me think of Grace Kelly circa 1970's. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/curvy-maxi----buy-or-leave#post-627459 Thu, 24 May 2012 04:40:06 +0000 ManidipaM 627459@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Gorgeous on you! Definite yes from me --- but then I love maxis more than the next person and can't be sure how much this bucks your environmental norm. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/curvy-maxi----buy-or-leave#post-627451 Thu, 24 May 2012 04:22:57 +0000 fern 627451@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I agree with the 70's glam vibe - but if you are ready to work with that, it's a beautiful dress. It's more fitted on you than the model pic you linked to - which is kind of upping the sexiness/ emphasizing your curves. Size up if you want to go more casual? Or keep it and wear it with pride </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/curvy-maxi----buy-or-leave#post-627285 Thu, 24 May 2012 01:23:15 +0000 HelenInCanada 627285@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I like it! It's definitely a bold print and a super sexy fit. It looks somewhat boho-luxe to me (and has a 70s vibe to it)! If you love it, I say go for it! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/curvy-maxi----buy-or-leave#post-627264 Thu, 24 May 2012 01:00:56 +0000 JennyAnne 627264@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I think the dress looks great on you! You can totally do the casual maxi. For some people, a long dress/skirt will always mean formal, but if you're comfortable in it, then absolutely go for it! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/curvy-maxi----buy-or-leave#post-627241 Thu, 24 May 2012 00:32:22 +0000 pastrygirl 627241@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Finally found that blog post again, to show the dress on a different person: <a href="http://grownandcurvywoman.com/2012/05/17/maxi-summer-2/" rel="nofollow">http://grownandcurvywoman.com/.....-summer-2/</a> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/curvy-maxi----buy-or-leave#post-627121 Wed, 23 May 2012 22:34:04 +0000 Beth Ann 627121@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>You look beautiful! I do agree that maxis, and dresses in general, flatter a curvy shape (and I speak from experience here). I also think the others are right that this dress reads a little more formal and retro than some, which, for the right occasion can really work. If your goal is to wear a cool, flowing dress to a picnic, or a girls night out, I'd keep looking. There is a lot to choose from this season! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/curvy-maxi----buy-or-leave#post-627080 Wed, 23 May 2012 21:27:55 +0000 pastrygirl 627080@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I would probably feel self-conscious wearing it on an ordinary day... </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/curvy-maxi----buy-or-leave#post-627078 Wed, 23 May 2012 21:25:06 +0000 catgirl 627078@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>it's very pretty on you, but it does seem formal - like you're about to host a retro-70s themed cocktail party. Would you wear it out and about? </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/curvy-maxi----buy-or-leave#post-627074 Wed, 23 May 2012 21:21:01 +0000 Anonymous 627074@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I think it's stunning on you! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/curvy-maxi----buy-or-leave#post-627065 Wed, 23 May 2012 21:05:07 +0000 Marie 627065@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I think it looks beautiful on you. I would wear it to spring/summer outdoor functions such as graduation, bridal/baby showers or any party that is a step up from casual including indoor functions that are similar. I also see it a a great Hawaiian vacation dress. I love the neckline and colors </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/curvy-maxi----buy-or-leave#post-627062 Wed, 23 May 2012 20:53:11 +0000 pastrygirl 627062@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I did buy it, but I reserve the right to return. I hadn't thought of the formal aspect. I'll have to think about that, because I do tend to fall into the trap of buying nicer things that I never have the occasion to wear. There's a short version in a slightly different color/pattern that might be more wearable. Thanks for the comments, and keep them coming pro/con! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/curvy-maxi----buy-or-leave#post-627054 Wed, 23 May 2012 20:37:23 +0000 rae 627054@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I like it but it looks pretty formal to me... that is my problem with most maxis, though. Do you love it? </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/curvy-maxi----buy-or-leave#post-627053 Wed, 23 May 2012 20:34:33 +0000 nicoleb 627053@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I think it looks really pretty on you! If you like maxi dresses and you don't think it's too long I say go for it. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/curvy-maxi----buy-or-leave#post-627052 Wed, 23 May 2012 20:32:59 +0000 celia 627052@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I would leave it! I don't particularly like the way the top fits. But this is just my opinion. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/curvy-maxi----buy-or-leave#post-627047 Wed, 23 May 2012 20:17:33 +0000 lamireille 627047@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Well, it makes my day when I find something on sale that I've already been hankering for. Also, I like the cut of the top part a lot. And I love that bluish teal.</p> <p>I would be too self-conscious to wear a maxi, but that's just me--if you wouldn't, and if you loved it before you found it on sale, that sounds like it was meant to be. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/curvy-maxi----buy-or-leave#post-627034 Wed, 23 May 2012 19:40:49 +0000 pastrygirl 627034@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Loved this dress when I saw it on a blog, maxi dresses for curves. Just went on sale @ Nordstrom. Should I take it or leave it? </p>