https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/dress-hunt-round-1-bcbg-sizing Style Advice for Fashion Lovers en-US Fri, 15 May 2026 22:09:28 +0000 http://bbpress.org/?v=1.0.2 q https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/search.php https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/dress-hunt-round-1-bcbg-sizing/page/2#post-404890 Mon, 15 Aug 2011 12:49:45 +0000 Anonymous 404890@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Oh, I am going to be no help whatsoever.<br /> I love them all on you.The first one is so romantic. I can see that you feel good about yourself in the pics. To me, that is the biggest plus of this entire thing.<br /> You are well on your way! I am so happy for you! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/dress-hunt-round-1-bcbg-sizing/page/2#post-404123 Sat, 13 Aug 2011 23:51:19 +0000 rae 404123@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Anne, DressLover impressively found it on sale at Nordies - twice - and I ordered the size down, hoping that will solve the problem with the bust. In a few short days, I shall have two dresses to compare for round two of the hunt! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/dress-hunt-round-1-bcbg-sizing/page/2#post-404045 Sat, 13 Aug 2011 18:59:15 +0000 Anonymous 404045@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Rae, I know it's out of your price range, but girl ... NUMBER 8. It looks fabulous on you WITHOUT Spanx! It's perfection. How much over your price range is it? </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/dress-hunt-round-1-bcbg-sizing/page/2#post-403961 Sat, 13 Aug 2011 14:45:22 +0000 Scarlet 403961@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>8 gets an oh yes! from me. Really stunning. It looks great in the photo, but hopefully you find another one without the boob-rumpling/drape issue (which I can't see in the photo). </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/dress-hunt-round-1-bcbg-sizing#post-403859 Sat, 13 Aug 2011 11:54:47 +0000 Janet 403859@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Ok, I didn't even read all the comments, because when I saw 8, I gasped a little. It is divine on you! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/dress-hunt-round-1-bcbg-sizing#post-403855 Sat, 13 Aug 2011 11:48:38 +0000 Deborah 403855@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Rae dress 8 is stunning! Its a very elegant and kind of sophisticated. I also live the coverage it offers. Hope you can find it on sale. I think the ebay dress looks lovely too, and would love to see it on you. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/dress-hunt-round-1-bcbg-sizing#post-403838 Sat, 13 Aug 2011 07:56:52 +0000 Manda 403838@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>#8 looks amazing. It gets my vote. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/dress-hunt-round-1-bcbg-sizing#post-402636 Thu, 11 Aug 2011 21:23:09 +0000 Saretta 402636@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Are you sure you can't afford no. 8? It is SUPER on you!!!! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/dress-hunt-round-1-bcbg-sizing#post-402633 Thu, 11 Aug 2011 21:20:18 +0000 Aida 402633@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Ohh Rae that last dress looks just amazing!! (And worth trying to track down in the right size for less, if possible!) Re: strapless styles, I don't think they're inherently boobalicious, but if they're low AND blush toned then you might be getting into that territory (my gown was strapless, and the neckline was straight with a slight curve UP to avoid just that). The 2nd dress silhouette is lovely, but I don't like the top exposure. I'm still super excited for the ebay dress, more fingers crossed here! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/dress-hunt-round-1-bcbg-sizing#post-402519 Thu, 11 Aug 2011 19:04:03 +0000 Beth 402519@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Have you called Nordies? There's a good chance the dress might still be in a store even if the website says "unavailable." I've found several items this way. None of which were nearly as exciting as a wedding dress, though:) </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/dress-hunt-round-1-bcbg-sizing#post-402518 Thu, 11 Aug 2011 19:03:33 +0000 Suz 402518@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Rae, #8 is GORGEOUS on you and if it comes in your price range and size, I say NAB it. If not, I also have high hopes for the ebay one. Really looking forward to seeing it on you! And so glad you are feeling better about the whole thing. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/dress-hunt-round-1-bcbg-sizing#post-402515 Thu, 11 Aug 2011 18:55:24 +0000 rae 402515@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>All the BCBG dresses were actually really comfy. Stretchy mesh for the win! I hope the stripey one is the same... I see that #8 is no longer available at Nordies, but I did find it on Ebay (what would I do without Ebay??) - now the only question is whether I can try another on to see about the boob rumpling. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/dress-hunt-round-1-bcbg-sizing#post-402507 Thu, 11 Aug 2011 18:49:31 +0000 Beth 402507@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Ohhhhh. Dress #8 is absolutely gorgeous on you. Stunning. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/dress-hunt-round-1-bcbg-sizing#post-402348 Thu, 11 Aug 2011 14:57:41 +0000 Anonymous 402348@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>This is so exciting. Thanks for letting us share in the fun, Rae! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/dress-hunt-round-1-bcbg-sizing#post-402332 Thu, 11 Aug 2011 14:45:25 +0000 Jjsloane 402332@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>So excited for you. I also like 8 best on you, but would not buy if outside price range and bunchy boob area. I really like the looks of the ebay one so can't wait to see it on you. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/dress-hunt-round-1-bcbg-sizing#post-402331 Thu, 11 Aug 2011 14:45:02 +0000 Di 402331@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Wait-- I thought you were nixing 8 on price, too-- I thought it was so flattering (and COMFORTABLE looking, which is an amazing and rare combination). </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/dress-hunt-round-1-bcbg-sizing#post-402329 Thu, 11 Aug 2011 14:42:57 +0000 Di 402329@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Rae, I just wanted to let you know that my dress was from BCBG, and that's clearly a good omen because a) I was adorable (heehee), and b) 7 years later, I'm even happier w/ Dave than I was then.</p> <p>I love the one you ordered from ebay. And size-wise, I remember being surprised to go down one size in the dress. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/dress-hunt-round-1-bcbg-sizing#post-402318 Thu, 11 Aug 2011 14:35:44 +0000 Angie 402318@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Crossing both fingers and toes. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/dress-hunt-round-1-bcbg-sizing#post-402279 Thu, 11 Aug 2011 12:41:07 +0000 bran888 402279@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I have to add to the love for the last dress...The fit is so flattering, and you look relaxed, romantic, beautiful!! I think I missed the ebay dress somehow, is it a similar style? </p> <p>I do like the first dress, and don't think you're overexposed at all. In total honesty though, I would say it's nice but not a 10.</p> <p>ETA: I see the ebay dress link in your post now...I'm keeping my fingers crossed too </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/dress-hunt-round-1-bcbg-sizing#post-402269 Thu, 11 Aug 2011 12:21:42 +0000 yellowgirl 402269@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Oh, I'm so happy that #8 might be a contender!! I didn't comment on it b/c I thought you had nixed it due to price. Rae, you look like a Greek goddess in this dress! It's by far my favorite - I hope you can find it at a good price! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/dress-hunt-round-1-bcbg-sizing#post-402225 Thu, 11 Aug 2011 07:23:33 +0000 Kate 402225@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Hands down #8; it's gorgeous on you. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/dress-hunt-round-1-bcbg-sizing#post-402207 Thu, 11 Aug 2011 05:29:52 +0000 rae 402207@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Estimated delivery is Monday! Fingers and toes crossed! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/dress-hunt-round-1-bcbg-sizing#post-402201 Thu, 11 Aug 2011 05:23:46 +0000 Marley 402201@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Of the ones that you are modeling, I like the last one the best - but I like the ebay one even better! When will you receive it? </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/dress-hunt-round-1-bcbg-sizing#post-402197 Thu, 11 Aug 2011 05:05:42 +0000 rae 402197@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Angie and DL, it's worth a shot to try and find an xs, or at least another small at Nordies that may not have the rumpled boob issue. Thanks for the price tip. Maybe I'll call the Pasadena store since I'll be in the area soon. </p> <p>RE: the shutter pleats, there is a tag right on the dress that claims fraying is intentional and part of the beauty of the dress... uh, ok!</p> <p>Vildy - good call on boob tape. Must remember! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/dress-hunt-round-1-bcbg-sizing#post-402181 Thu, 11 Aug 2011 04:06:51 +0000 Vildy 402181@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I like the 2d dress (with addition of Hollywood boob tape a la JLo), the dress you<br /> ordered - that I think will be especially nice in the back bodice area on you, as well -<br /> and #8 makes you look like an Egyptian goddess - that's a compliment. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/dress-hunt-round-1-bcbg-sizing#post-402171 Thu, 11 Aug 2011 03:41:11 +0000 DressLover 402171@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Rae, don't want to complicate things further, but Nordstrom has the dress in picture 8 on sale. They can probably store locate an XS if you want to try it. I really love it on you, so I hope you can find it.</p> <p><a href="http://shop.nordstrom.com/s/bcbgmaxazria-one-shoulder-jersey-gown/3143605?origin=keywordsearch&#038;resultback=912" rel="nofollow">http://shop.nordstrom.com/s/bc.....ltback=912</a></p> <p>That shutter pleat style is a BCBG mainstay and appears in many colors and lengths. I am not a fan though. I've read reviews that the shutter pleats fold up when you sit and they stay that way. I also have seen the pleats fraying at the edges while the dress is still at the store. </p> <p>I'm looking forward to the Ebay dress! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/dress-hunt-round-1-bcbg-sizing#post-402165 Thu, 11 Aug 2011 03:34:14 +0000 Angie 402165@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I LOVE #8. That's KILLER.</p> <p>Sorry that I didn't help </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/dress-hunt-round-1-bcbg-sizing#post-402163 Thu, 11 Aug 2011 03:32:57 +0000 Diana 402163@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I like the third one best, and the ebay one looks really promising too! I don't particularly like the front seaming on the first one, but it may be just me (I have a somewhat irrational distaste for things with center front seams/ruching) and the second one seems too boobalicious for a wedding dress (also, it seems like you'll be uncomfortable with that anyway).</p> <p>In my experience, I find BCBG sizing (especially with the S/M/L ones) to run really big. I normally wear an 8/M, and usually wear a 4-6 or a S in BCBG. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/dress-hunt-round-1-bcbg-sizing#post-402148 Thu, 11 Aug 2011 03:15:24 +0000 Kelly 402148@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Bummer that the last dress is out of price range, because I think it looks the best! That said, I think the ebay one will look great. I think the first one also looks very pretty. I'm not feeling the halter-top one; it seems a bit too low-cut and tight for a wedding dress. I think exposure in a strapless dress is actually a lot less than in that halter-top one. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/dress-hunt-round-1-bcbg-sizing#post-402145 Thu, 11 Aug 2011 03:07:12 +0000 rae 402145@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Glad that I feel in sync with the comments so far RE sizing and boobage. What do we think of the boob exposure in a strapless dress? Too much?</p> <p>YG, I feel really good about looking for another dress. I like these fuzzy dressing room pics much more than I like the infinity dress pics - the narrower skirts must be key in that. I feel like my proportions are more what my eye likes. I'm glad I went - almost chickened out at the prospect of going alone, but it was A-OK.</p> <p>Lyn, thank you for the hair compliment - I love your short hair, too. If there is such a thing as an impish pixie cut, you have it (in a totally good way). </p>