https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/do-you-like-either-of-these-dresses Style Advice for Fashion Lovers en-US Sat, 11 Apr 2026 16:30:37 +0000 http://bbpress.org/?v=1.0.2 q https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/search.php https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/do-you-like-either-of-these-dresses/page/2#post-2197965 Wed, 26 May 2021 14:58:52 +0000 JAileen 2197965@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Thank you, everyone, for your humor, honest opinions, and experiences. &nbsp;<div><br /></div><div>Sally, some people are just so clueless.</p> <p>Avicennia, do you live in Santa Fe? &nbsp;Your garden pictures were really pretty. &nbsp; Santa Fe is what our town could be like if not for our tacky casinos. &nbsp;We went to the Georgia O’Keefe museum, walked around a bit, and had lunch. &nbsp;We didn’t do any shopping except for where the artists had their things displayed on blankets &nbsp;near the center square. &nbsp;This guy is not like the other eight owls in our family room...<div><br /></div><div><br /></div></div> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/do-you-like-either-of-these-dresses/page/2#post-2197951 Wed, 26 May 2021 14:25:40 +0000 avicennia 2197951@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>@JAileen —Cannot wait to see how the smaller #1 looks. It’s my favorite, and doesn’t look hospital at all to me. But then I love, love Santa Fe, the museums, the EF store, the food. Will be there twice this summer!<br /> @Smittie — how true.<br /> @Sally — how funny. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/do-you-like-either-of-these-dresses/page/2#post-2197950 Wed, 26 May 2021 14:22:18 +0000 Anonymous 2197950@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>“Museum docent vibe” - hahahah! Love that phrase - may I borrow it?<br /> I like both of these - what a fabulous color on you! - but it seems like 2 isn’t what you are going for. Good you ordered the other size in #1. Have you tried steaming #1? Not because of wrinkles, but because a really thorough steaming can soften up stiff linen so that if falls better - more like it will after it’s been laundered.<br /> Did you go to Spirit Clothing on the square in Santa Fe? Definitely “museum docent” vibe, specifically the docent who may have purchased and donated the artwork she’s describing to visitors. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/do-you-like-either-of-these-dresses/page/2#post-2197938 Wed, 26 May 2021 14:06:28 +0000 Helena 2197938@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I like both with a slight preference for the long length in the first one, which gives it more of a polished vibe, vs. the second one that feels a little more casual. Beautiful colour for you too! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/do-you-like-either-of-these-dresses/page/2#post-2197921 Wed, 26 May 2021 13:23:53 +0000 Style Fan 2197921@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I prefer #1.&nbsp; The colour is lovely on you.&nbsp; I worked in a hospital for most of my career, and that dress is definitely not at all like a hospital gown.&nbsp; Those gowns did not have backs!<br />I love the silver sandals with the colour. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/do-you-like-either-of-these-dresses/page/2#post-2197868 Wed, 26 May 2021 08:52:35 +0000 Sally 2197868@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>The talk of hospital gowns and things men say made me laugh as I remembered an incident at work.&nbsp; It was Diwali the indian festival and I was wearing a white sawar kameez.&nbsp; I was also scheduled for surgery that week (but not that day).&nbsp; One of my male colleagues said "when is your surgery?" I said "tomorrow".&nbsp; He said "oh I thought you were going in today and that was your hospital gown?".&nbsp; He wasn't being fasetious or cheeky.&nbsp; He was actually serious. As if a hospital would give me a gown and allow me to then go wandering around my work place on the way to the hospital.&nbsp; Sorry that was off topic.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/do-you-like-either-of-these-dresses/page/2#post-2197866 Wed, 26 May 2021 08:30:34 +0000 Jenni NZ 2197866@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I have to admit I wasn’t that keen on either... the bagginess and plainness. I preferred 2 as having a little more detail. Hopefully a size down will fit better in 1 and you can make it interesting with accessories? </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/do-you-like-either-of-these-dresses/page/2#post-2197817 Tue, 25 May 2021 23:55:56 +0000 Brooklyn 2197817@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I like the length of #1 but prefer the neckline of #2. My overall preference is for 2, but I understand the concern about length. How does it feel when you raise your arms? That can be a deal breaker for me. Great colour on you! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/do-you-like-either-of-these-dresses/page/2#post-2197798 Tue, 25 May 2021 22:29:19 +0000 JAileen 2197798@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>My husband clarified his opinion: he said the bagginess reminded him of a hospital gown, not the color. &nbsp;The fabric is nicer than a hospital gown. &nbsp;<div><br /></div><div>My order from EF has shipped!</div> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/do-you-like-either-of-these-dresses/page/2#post-2197770 Tue, 25 May 2021 20:45:00 +0000 Cardiff girl 2197770@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Well l preferred #1 for the length but now hospital gowns have been mentioned......can you and hubbie move &nbsp;past the image that thought has created? </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/do-you-like-either-of-these-dresses/page/2#post-2197748 Tue, 25 May 2021 19:34:27 +0000 Firecracker (Sharan) 2197748@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>oh, Smittie, so well-put! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/do-you-like-either-of-these-dresses/page/2#post-2197699 Tue, 25 May 2021 15:53:29 +0000 April 2197699@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>My initial reaction is same as Janet -- I much prefer #2 because of the button detail and the V-neck creates more of a shape.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/do-you-like-either-of-these-dresses/page/2#post-2197684 Tue, 25 May 2021 15:04:11 +0000 JAileen 2197684@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I wish I could take credit for “museum docent wear”, but it’s definitely an apt description for EF. &nbsp;A few years we were on a road trip through the Southwest, and stopped in Santa Fe. &nbsp;They have twelve museums, with a population of less than 70,000. &nbsp;And they have an EF store.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/do-you-like-either-of-these-dresses/page/2#post-2197679 Tue, 25 May 2021 15:00:23 +0000 Janet 2197679@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Oh, I feel like I'm in the minority, but I much prefer #2 -- that neckline wins me over. #1 definitely looks too big to my eye. The length of #2 looks good on you. I do love the color, too. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/do-you-like-either-of-these-dresses/page/2#post-2197656 Tue, 25 May 2021 13:23:10 +0000 Christina F. 2197656@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p><div>Yes, I got hospital gown too... but I agree very strongly with others that we need to see it styled. The right accessories will make all the difference. I can see how the first one might benefit from a size down, were it available. The second one has the row of buttons, which help to move it away from the hospital vibe and add interest.<br /></div><div><br /></div><div>We should all aspire to be docents! I hope to train to be one once I retire. I'm sure Eileen Fisher is counting the days till that happens ;)<br /></div> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/do-you-like-either-of-these-dresses/page/2#post-2197652 Tue, 25 May 2021 13:15:20 +0000 smittie 2197652@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I like #1 for “museum docent”-ness.<br /> Husbands are fun but cannot always be fully trusted on these matters. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/do-you-like-either-of-these-dresses/page/2#post-2197649 Tue, 25 May 2021 13:00:05 +0000 lyn67 2197649@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>The simple cut of a linen dress like this is always alluring to me, either. BUT I know what your hubby reffers to unfortunatelly when trying&nbsp; them on I was feeling exactly like that. I think is not only the color but the lack of any other detail. I think a barrel cut would be&nbsp; much better and some lower more open neckline and/or some visual interest with stitching, some big pockets, or even a big fold on front down from the Vneck would help a lot. Otherwise I really love this sage green/mint color! You can also play a little with accessorizing it- the&nbsp; blingy flat sandals are gorgeous with it and you can add long accent pendant- I like the longer length better.(nr 1) </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/do-you-like-either-of-these-dresses/page/2#post-2197602 Tue, 25 May 2021 06:47:30 +0000 Sally 2197602@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I didn't think about hospital gowns until you said it.&nbsp; As someone said its probably the colour but there is lots you can do to change the vibe.&nbsp; The colour suits you and I think if you add accessories, it will be very versatile.&nbsp; I find loose dresses like that in summer really comfortable.&nbsp;&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/do-you-like-either-of-these-dresses/page/2#post-2197600 Tue, 25 May 2021 05:42:50 +0000 Katerina 2197600@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I really like no 1. I think it’s good you are going to try the smaller size too, for comparison. The color is lovely on you. This dress will be very versatile and fun to accessorize. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/do-you-like-either-of-these-dresses/page/2#post-2197598 Tue, 25 May 2021 05:39:52 +0000 Bijou 2197598@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I like both too, it is a pretty colour and will look more vibrant in summer when out in the sunshine. Regarding the hospital gown comment, now you have said it, I can see it, but that did not come to mind when I looked at the pictures. You have to be OK with the association though. Personally I love vibrant pink, but there is the 'Barbie Pink' association of wearing pink and having blonde hair. I just laugh it off and say I wish I was ageless and had Barbie's amazing figure to match!</p> <p>Museum docent is arty and intellectual, a vibe I would not mind cultivating at all, wonder if I could pull that off in my pink? </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/do-you-like-either-of-these-dresses#post-2197594 Tue, 25 May 2021 04:35:57 +0000 Anonymous 2197594@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>#2 is my pick &amp; I think it looks really great on you! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/do-you-like-either-of-these-dresses#post-2197593 Tue, 25 May 2021 04:33:05 +0000 JAileen 2197593@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Thanks everyone for your opinions and jokes. &nbsp;I’ve&nbsp;&nbsp;ordered #1 in the smaller size. &nbsp;As much as I like #2, it just feels too short to me. &nbsp;</p> ETA: I have several necklaces that would work with #1. &nbsp;I only have basic looking earrings, and I think #2 needs statement earrings. Something with turquoise and sterling. &nbsp;I might have seen promising candidates on Etsy. &nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/do-you-like-either-of-these-dresses#post-2197586 Tue, 25 May 2021 03:14:02 +0000 Firecracker (Sharan) 2197586@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p><div>Haha, CarolS! good thing I had already swallowed my tea.</div><div>Also laughing at your husband's clarification, JAileen.<br /></div><div>I like this color on you, but perhaps that is what is giving him that idea. <br /></div><div>My first impulse was toward the second dress, but I also see that #1 could be a great backdrop for jewelry, and as Sal says, would be cool with hats and different kinds of footwear. It is more sophisticated looking to me (museum docent is a good descriptor!). <br /></div> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/do-you-like-either-of-these-dresses#post-2197579 Tue, 25 May 2021 02:06:41 +0000 Jaime 2197579@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>The&nbsp;museum docent vibe is an excellent vibe in my book. I like the first, but it might be better sized down and needs the I would never wear these accessories with a hospital gown touch . </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/do-you-like-either-of-these-dresses#post-2197570 Tue, 25 May 2021 01:29:31 +0000 CarolS 2197570@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>#1 definitely doesn't read hospital gown to me. And I assume your backside is completely covered? To me it reads cool, easy, comfortable, sophisticated. All it needs are chunky sandals and, when you feel so inclin<br />ed, a great necklace. Maybe something with wooden beads. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/do-you-like-either-of-these-dresses#post-2197564 Tue, 25 May 2021 00:39:57 +0000 kellygirl 2197564@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Love the color! I think 1 would be a great throw on and go with a little more shaping or shortening. I think 2 is great but want a little more length. Great hot weather dresses! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/do-you-like-either-of-these-dresses#post-2197557 Mon, 24 May 2021 23:47:05 +0000 Sal 2197557@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I liked one better and did not get hospital vibes.</p> <p>I have a similar-ish dress and it was so well worn in summer as a good base.&nbsp; Lots of hats, glasses and different shoes seemed to work to make it look good. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/do-you-like-either-of-these-dresses#post-2197553 Mon, 24 May 2021 23:19:57 +0000 Carla 2197553@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Prefer #1 for all the same reasons you do, but would suggest sizing down for comparison. &nbsp;The hospital gown comments are probably due to the colour. &nbsp;If it was white or chambray blue, you probably wouldn’t get the comparison. &nbsp;I like the green.</p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/do-you-like-either-of-these-dresses#post-2197546 Mon, 24 May 2021 22:30:43 +0000 kkards 2197546@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>emit the museum docent vibe—LOL.<br />i really like the color.<br />&nbsp;Honestly, I don’t think you’d go wrong with either one, but, I’m partial to #1, i just like longer.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/do-you-like-either-of-these-dresses#post-2197544 Mon, 24 May 2021 22:01:23 +0000 Anonymous 2197544@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I liked #1 more, though I'd try sizing down. - I would be happy if hospital gowns came in that color! </p>