https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/define-casual-appropriate-dress-code Style Advice for Fashion Lovers en-US Thu, 23 Apr 2026 15:54:10 +0000 http://bbpress.org/?v=1.0.2 q https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/search.php https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/define-casual-appropriate-dress-code#post-394979 Sun, 31 Jul 2011 17:09:32 +0000 Vix 394979@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Some of the most rabid Facebookers I know seem to be in their 40s-60s!</p> <p>I'd be prepared -- or be prepared to duck, ha! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/define-casual-appropriate-dress-code#post-394970 Sun, 31 Jul 2011 16:50:19 +0000 hlcdlc 394970@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Yikes, Vix, all good points! lol Obviously if I am going to a 30th reunion I am not a child of FB, like my own children are. But you are so right!</p> <p>Will shop my closet tomorrow for more ideas.........thanks so much everyone! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/define-casual-appropriate-dress-code#post-394945 Sun, 31 Jul 2011 16:07:40 +0000 Vix 394945@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Hi HeatherB --</p> <p>Emily Post is probably rolling in her grave over "Casual Appropriate," ha! </p> <p>But I agree with everyone upthread about what that probably means and how you can translate it for what you like to wear.</p> <p>One thing to consider is that there will probably be lots of people with cameras around -- and god forbid lots of candids that end up on Facebook without your consent!</p> <p>So in addition to the ideas you and other members have tossed around, I'd try to make sure that:</p> <p>1) The color(s) near my face flattered my coloring</p> <p>2) Whatever clothing or accessories I wore looked relatively good in photos and hits more or less where I wanted it too on the "busy vs plain" spectrum</p> <p>3) Whatever I wore looked relatively good from the "table up" -- assuming they will have tables, which maybe they won't? -- since people seem to loooove shooting people from a standing position while they are seated!</p> <p>Hope you'll continue to share ideas and/or photos...I admit that the "occasion" threads are some of my favorites! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/define-casual-appropriate-dress-code#post-394936 Sun, 31 Jul 2011 15:54:47 +0000 Angie 394936@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Love the frock! YLF!! I vote a dresser shoe :)</p> <p>I also *love* dressed up Bermudas or clams with heels and a pretty silky blouse - but it's a harder look to get right. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/define-casual-appropriate-dress-code#post-394925 Sun, 31 Jul 2011 15:33:47 +0000 hlcdlc 394925@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I knew this was the right place to turn. You're right, this is a highly judgmental group, and it's best to err on the side of dressing up rather than down. </p> <p>Summer sheath it shall be. I'll post a pic of one I'm considering; it's navy pique, with small embroidery--Laundry by Shelli Segal. It's pictured with bright pink sandals, but I would probably wear a nude cork wedge (Bandolino Notice Me). Thoughts?</p> <p>I saw a well-dressed woman last night in slim Bermudas and a silky top with wedges.....argh decisions! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/define-casual-appropriate-dress-code#post-394863 Sun, 31 Jul 2011 13:56:07 +0000 Angie 394863@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>A breezy frock with sandals gets my vote. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/define-casual-appropriate-dress-code#post-394800 Sun, 31 Jul 2011 07:23:54 +0000 Kari 394800@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>My best guess would be somewhere between "smart casual" and "business casual" - dressing nicely, no jeans or sneakers or tee shirts, but not semi-formal cocktail attire either. Comfortable, but not *too* casual. Because I'm a dress girl, that's the way I would go if it were me because I find semi-casual dresses to often be the most fuss-free option when the dress code is so ambiguous! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/define-casual-appropriate-dress-code#post-394692 Sun, 31 Jul 2011 01:46:11 +0000 modgrl 394692@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Post some outfits. My feeling is it's best to be a little bit overdressed and look your best around this highly judgmental group. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/define-casual-appropriate-dress-code#post-394667 Sun, 31 Jul 2011 01:05:02 +0000 Debora 394667@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Welcome, Heather! I've never heard this designation before, either. It sounds to me that casual is fine, but they don't want people showing up looking like they just mowed the lawn. How about a pretty sundress and wedge sandals? </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/define-casual-appropriate-dress-code#post-394638 Sun, 31 Jul 2011 00:01:56 +0000 Anonymous 394638@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I suspect the committee deliberately left this open to interpretation so the guys who never dress up or the women who have lived in sweats for the last 10 years won't feel excluded. You might contact a couple of friends and decide together what level of dress you will wear. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/define-casual-appropriate-dress-code#post-394584 Sat, 30 Jul 2011 22:26:16 +0000 lyn* 394584@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I agree with Queen Mum; although it is terribly confusing! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/define-casual-appropriate-dress-code#post-394577 Sat, 30 Jul 2011 22:08:00 +0000 Kelly 394577@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Maybe they forgot one word and meant to say "Casual but Appropriate", to let people know that it was casual but not to wear ugly stained tee shirts or athletic shorts and sneakers or something. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/define-casual-appropriate-dress-code#post-394575 Sat, 30 Jul 2011 22:03:53 +0000 Queen Mum 394575@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I'm guessing you're on the right track with the "no wife beaters and easy on the sequins'. I suspect what they are trying to say is "smart casual" </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/define-casual-appropriate-dress-code#post-394508 Sat, 30 Jul 2011 20:45:28 +0000 Laura (rhubarbgirl) 394508@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>My guess would be that they don't want cutoffs and holey jeans, but you don't have to be super-dressy or business-like either. Since it's hot, do you have a nice day dress you like? I think shorts might work too with wedges and a nicer blouse. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/define-casual-appropriate-dress-code#post-394506 Sat, 30 Jul 2011 20:39:45 +0000 hlcdlc 394506@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Angie, I probably feel best in sheath dresses or pencil skirts, but most of mine are probably too dressy (even though they are mostly just Ann Taylor). Given that it is a thousand degrees here, I could also be fine in shorts! I do heels most of the time with skirts or dresses; I've not done heels with shorts, but I would try wedges. </p> <p>Who makes up these dress codes? Someone will have to answer for this one. LOL</p> <p>Ah, and hlcdlc is a pain to type, I realize. It's HeatherB (as there is already a Heather). </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/define-casual-appropriate-dress-code#post-394503 Sat, 30 Jul 2011 20:36:47 +0000 Mo 394503@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Maybe it's their way of saying dressy without cocktail attire?? Is it an evening event? I might do at least dressy casual - better to err on the side of over rather than under dressed. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/define-casual-appropriate-dress-code#post-394502 Sat, 30 Jul 2011 20:35:52 +0000 Anonymous 394502@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Maybe the "appropriate" part refers to modesty? Or it might mean "don't dress like a slob"--which is what some people think casual means (not you!). </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/define-casual-appropriate-dress-code#post-394500 Sat, 30 Jul 2011 20:32:40 +0000 Kappy 394500@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I don't believe I've ever heard that term used for a dress code! It can be hard enough to decide what casual, smart casual and business casual mean without creating a new code. Do you have any cute, casual summer dresses? </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/define-casual-appropriate-dress-code#post-394498 Sat, 30 Jul 2011 20:27:33 +0000 Angie 394498@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>What types of outfits make you feel your best, hlcdlc? </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/define-casual-appropriate-dress-code#post-394450 Sat, 30 Jul 2011 19:39:03 +0000 hlcdlc 394450@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I read a lot but rarely post, so thank you in advance for indulging me. I've learned so much from you all!</p> <p>I have a 30th HS class reunion in late August and the dress code decided upon by the committee is 'casual appropriate.' What does THAT mean? LOL I can generally dress myself for any occasion, but this is a new one on me.</p> <p>As this is a small town in southern Indiana, this could mean 'no wife beaters' to 'tone down the sequins.' LOL I might add that a reception hall has been rented, there will be a bar, a band, and food (just light fare). Tickets are $50 a head, so there is some expense involved for those attending; is it too much to ask that people dress well?</p> <p>What would you suggest I wear? I am petite; 5'3", 120, but busty as heck. Dress? Skirt? Shorts? Argh.</p> <p>Thanks!! </p>