https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/evening-wear-capsule-for-upcoming-cruisehelp Style Advice for Fashion Lovers en-US Sat, 11 Apr 2026 17:15:52 +0000 http://bbpress.org/?v=1.0.2 q https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/search.php https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/evening-wear-capsule-for-upcoming-cruisehelp/page/2#post-555878 Sat, 03 Mar 2012 05:51:26 +0000 Michelle 555878@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Hello fellow sailaway! I can't offer any input on the outfits, but just wanted to say that I'll be watching your thread with interest as I pack for my own cruise. When you finalize your outfits, do throw in a description so I can draw further inspiration from you! :)<br /> And I agree - the shoe packing conundrum is not to be sneezed at. Good luck. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/evening-wear-capsule-for-upcoming-cruisehelp/page/2#post-555544 Fri, 02 Mar 2012 22:30:24 +0000 Suz 555544@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Carole, you look gorgeous and sexy and sophisticated in all of these, but count me in as one who is in LOVE with #1 and the gold sandals. It's perfect. I also like the short black dress a lot. The red is fun and if you have room to bring it also, why not do so? Esp. with the lifted straps; you will probably be more comfortable in it that way. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/evening-wear-capsule-for-upcoming-cruisehelp/page/2#post-555453 Fri, 02 Mar 2012 20:46:40 +0000 CocoLion 555453@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I love #1 with the black shoes! I prefer that style of shoes, that's why.</p> <p>I like all of the dresses on you, especially the long black and short black dresses. I like the red dress and think the suggestion to shorten the straps is a good one, to lift the bust line a bit. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/evening-wear-capsule-for-upcoming-cruisehelp/page/2#post-555445 Fri, 02 Mar 2012 20:38:14 +0000 Anonymous 555445@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I just thought of something else. I don't know what cruise line you're sailing with, but Carnival keeps its ships on the cold side. With this in mind, the suggestion of closed-toe shoes is a good one. Also a wrap for the dress. Hope this helps. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/evening-wear-capsule-for-upcoming-cruisehelp/page/2#post-555339 Fri, 02 Mar 2012 18:29:02 +0000 Carole 555339@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Msmaven, thanks! I should show a close up of the red dress, there is a band of folded gathers if that makes sence that probably looks like it is bunching, but that is the design of the dress</p> <p>Thanks, Jonesy for your honest feedback. The glitter gold dress should probably just go to the donate pile. I hadn't thought about a peep toe, that might be a good option, if only I can find something under 2 inches. Wish me luck. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/evening-wear-capsule-for-upcoming-cruisehelp/page/2#post-555244 Fri, 02 Mar 2012 17:26:48 +0000 Jonesy 555244@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I love that first dress, and think the others are fab too, minus #4 (just not quite up to par with the others).</p> <p>Have you thought about some closed-toe or peep-toe shoes for evening? Might be easier on your bunion and very elegant. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/evening-wear-capsule-for-upcoming-cruisehelp/page/2#post-555231 Fri, 02 Mar 2012 17:05:56 +0000 MsMaven 555231@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Another vote for the black shoes in #1. I think they look edgy with the dress. </p> <p>Love the red dress--a nice alternative to black. I wonder if maybe the back view would be improved by shortening the straps. It looks like some of the wrinkling in back could be excess fabric that could be taken up very easily. Even a fraction of an inch could make a difference. </p> <p>I've always wanted to cruise the Western Mediterranean. Sounds like it will be a great trip. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/evening-wear-capsule-for-upcoming-cruisehelp/page/2#post-555207 Fri, 02 Mar 2012 16:51:25 +0000 Carole 555207@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Ruth, Just missed your last post! I was thinking about using the shoes just for the photos, but would be kind of a hassle to then change, but that's probably the best solution. I'm going to continue to look for shoes, maybe I'll get lucky! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/evening-wear-capsule-for-upcoming-cruisehelp/page/2#post-555198 Fri, 02 Mar 2012 16:47:20 +0000 Carole 555198@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Sandi-thanks so much for your nice comments!</p> <p>Diana, Mander, Sarah and Ruth, thanks for approving of the black shoes. Yay for comfort!</p> <p>Velma, I'm usually a minimalist packer too, but formal nights are such a great opportunity for pictures that I don't want to be wearing the same thing in all the photos.</p> <p>Jenny Anne, thanks for confirming the 3 dresses I like best.</p> <p>Bagaline, such a great suggestion on the asymmetrical hem. I love that idea.</p> <p>Angie, thanks! I thought you would approve of the dress. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/evening-wear-capsule-for-upcoming-cruisehelp#post-555188 Fri, 02 Mar 2012 16:40:55 +0000 Anonymous 555188@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I just thought of something else to mention. If you are going to eat in the formal dining room on the other nights of the cruise (I always do), then you might want to pack one pair of evening shoes that will go with all the outfits you plan to wear.</p> <p>Alternately, and I'm just thinking out loud here, you might want to take those killer gold shoes just to wear for the photo shoot. You can take them off and wear the comfy shoes the rest of the time.</p> <p>It all depends on how much you want to pack. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/evening-wear-capsule-for-upcoming-cruisehelp#post-555173 Fri, 02 Mar 2012 16:02:09 +0000 Diana 555173@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>#1 is my favorite, hands down. Both shoes are good... Honestly the dress is the star, and I don't think the shoes will get much notice anyway, so I vote for the comfy black ones. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/evening-wear-capsule-for-upcoming-cruisehelp#post-555154 Fri, 02 Mar 2012 15:24:12 +0000 Angie 555154@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>LOVE #1 with the gold shoes. KILLER! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/evening-wear-capsule-for-upcoming-cruisehelp#post-555138 Fri, 02 Mar 2012 14:59:11 +0000 Anonymous 555138@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I've cruised several times, and it's SOOOO much fun! Take my advice and go with the comfy shoes. You'll probably be on your feet a lot, and there are stairs to consider as well. On formal night, there are a lot of people taking the elevator, so if you're like me, you'll probably take the stairs. Besides that, my DH and I always take the stairs as a form of exercise to keep from piling on the pounds from all the food we eat while on the cruise. HAVE FUN! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/evening-wear-capsule-for-upcoming-cruisehelp#post-555129 Fri, 02 Mar 2012 14:47:07 +0000 modgrl 555129@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>All of the dresses are beautiful! For a 12 night cruise, why don't you bring them all! That's alot of nights of fancy dinners. I love the cocktail dress on you. For shoes, I would choose the one that is most comfy for your fussy feet. Both pairs here are nice and would go with any of the dresses. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/evening-wear-capsule-for-upcoming-cruisehelp#post-555127 Fri, 02 Mar 2012 14:44:08 +0000 Bagaline 555127@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>If you decide to hem No.4, why not go for an asymetric hem ? You would show a bit of legs on the short side (let's say about 2" under the knee) and keep lenght on the other (and nobody would notice that the long side is a small bit short.) </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/evening-wear-capsule-for-upcoming-cruisehelp#post-555082 Fri, 02 Mar 2012 12:21:30 +0000 JennyAnne 555082@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I agree that #1 is really pretty and modern. I also like the red dress and the black cocktail dress. I assume you don't want to wear the same dress all three nights. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/evening-wear-capsule-for-upcoming-cruisehelp#post-555080 Fri, 02 Mar 2012 12:12:00 +0000 sarah 555080@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I love #1 - gorgeous! I vote you wear the shoes you can dance in. You don't want to be miserable when you're on vacation. The red dress is lovely, too, but does that mean you'd have to wear the uncomfortable gold shoes? If so, another reason for the black. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/evening-wear-capsule-for-upcoming-cruisehelp#post-555069 Fri, 02 Mar 2012 11:36:18 +0000 Velma 555069@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>How many dresses do you want to bring for the three nights, Carole? I am a minimalist packer, but I would make do with one long dress and (maybe) one cocktail dress, depending on if it will be used other nights. The cocktail dress is fantastic. My first choice for the long dresses is the black one, but the red is smashing on you, too. If it's your husband's favorite, how about that one and the black cocktail dress? I agree that comfortable shoes are a must! Have a wonderful time. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/evening-wear-capsule-for-upcoming-cruisehelp#post-555047 Fri, 02 Mar 2012 08:54:12 +0000 Mander 555047@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I think that with a long dress, very few would notice that you are not wearing heels. And even if they do, so what? As long as they are appropriate for the event (not sneakers or flip flops) I can't see why it would be a problem. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/evening-wear-capsule-for-upcoming-cruisehelp#post-555017 Fri, 02 Mar 2012 06:47:35 +0000 san 555017@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>You look hot in all of these dresses! I see no shapewear problems in the pictures. And I really love how the black shoes look on your feet. Have fun!!! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/evening-wear-capsule-for-upcoming-cruisehelp#post-554996 Fri, 02 Mar 2012 05:52:55 +0000 Carole 554996@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Donna- Thanks for your great insight. You are so right about the black shoes! I was hoping to consolidate what I need to pack as well so one pair of gold would work for most of these outfits, but I have not been able to find anything suitable. I have to have 2 in or under and my bunion limits alot of those choices.I do have one other pair I should post to get opinions on, but i was thinking they were to casual.</p> <p>Thanks, Deborah. I'm so glad you think shapewear might make the red dress doable! Yay. Keeping my fingers x'd. I wondering where exactly to hem the gold dress, mid calf, just bedlow the knee?</p> <p>Thanks, Christieann! It makes total sence to chose comfort for an event like that. I do have a flat pair of gold sandals that are rather casual and I thought I might be able to cheat with those. I'll have to repost pictures, maybe after I get my shapewear sorted out. In the meantime, I will keep searching for gold sandals that dont bring tears to my eyes!I like the idea of Grecian! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/evening-wear-capsule-for-upcoming-cruisehelp#post-554988 Fri, 02 Mar 2012 05:38:26 +0000 christieanne 554988@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>The red is beautiful and i can see why hubby loves it. I like #4 also - very pretty fit.<br /> Of course the black in #1 and the cocktail dress are great - you should be ready to go. </p> <p>On the shoes, you may think I am nuts but two summers back I was the host at a large convention with one black tie and several other very dressy receptions. Since I had to run around all day and stand during the events (and give speeches - scary!) I really wanted to be comfortable.<br /> I found some low key but shiny and silver dress flat sandals and another pair in black with some fake jet stones (mine were from Payless and Macy's) just in case the heels were too much. And guess what, they were and I wore flats. Under a long dress and with a cocktail pantsuit, no one noticed. The ladies that did were jealous and I even danced! </p> <p>I think a gold flat Grecian type sandal would be stunning with #4. Just a thought! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/evening-wear-capsule-for-upcoming-cruisehelp#post-554986 Fri, 02 Mar 2012 05:35:00 +0000 Deborah 554986@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Wow! Ok I like them all. I adore the black cocktail dress on you. Shape wear should get the correct fit from the red dress which is stunning. Dress #1 is beautiful and I like the gold shoes (if you can stand the pain). I think hemming #4 to midi length would work well. You look so glamorous. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/evening-wear-capsule-for-upcoming-cruisehelp#post-554971 Fri, 02 Mar 2012 04:57:31 +0000 DonnaF 554971@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Unfortunately, I don't think you could get away with the black shoes for any dress but #1, and the gold shoes look nice with that option as well. However, I am no fun to be with if I am in pain, and I would sure be tempted to ditch painful shoes under the table, but I imagine going barefoot is a no-no. . .Any chance you might score other gold shoes that don't make your feet *scream in agony*? </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/evening-wear-capsule-for-upcoming-cruisehelp#post-554960 Fri, 02 Mar 2012 04:38:30 +0000 Carole 554960@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>MsKatieKat-Thanks for the tip, I will definitely check out the Spanx Higher Power! Hoping that will make a big difference in how this looks.</p> <p>Joy, thanks for your vote!</p> <p>Donna F-thank you. You can probably see my pathetic bunion on the left, not happy, indeed! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/evening-wear-capsule-for-upcoming-cruisehelp#post-554957 Fri, 02 Mar 2012 04:34:48 +0000 Carole 554957@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Thanks for chiming in ManidipaM. I appreciate your suggestions and will be shopping for new shapewear. My husband will be insulted if I don't bring along that dress. Hoping to find shapewear that doesn't dig in! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/evening-wear-capsule-for-upcoming-cruisehelp#post-554956 Fri, 02 Mar 2012 04:34:46 +0000 DonnaF 554956@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Funny how your feet look happier in the black shoes. I can really see how/why they are more comfortable. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/evening-wear-capsule-for-upcoming-cruisehelp#post-554953 Fri, 02 Mar 2012 04:32:51 +0000 Anonymous 554953@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Another vote for #1 as the best of the bunch. I like both shoes with it. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/evening-wear-capsule-for-upcoming-cruisehelp#post-554952 Fri, 02 Mar 2012 04:32:23 +0000 MsLuna 554952@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Carole:</p> <p>With regards to shapewear, I recommend the types that go all the way up your bra line such as Spanx Higher Power. They provide a really smooth line from the bra-line downwards. </p> <p>With regards to the dresses, I like #1 best with the gold sandals. The gold sandals look really pretty with your feet. Personally, I think your feet is best suited for thinner-strapped styles. The thicker black strapped one looks a bit too heavy. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/evening-wear-capsule-for-upcoming-cruisehelp#post-554951 Fri, 02 Mar 2012 04:30:29 +0000 ManidipaM 554951@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>If you're going to be dancing in that dress, go with the black shoe by all means! The gold is daintier and very pretty, but if you can't enjoy yourself to the hilt, there is no point in that. </p> <p>I also really like the nude shoe you have on one foot with the little black dress. That would be lovely with the third dress if you decide to take it up.</p> <p>The red is ravishing on you! I'd really look at new shapewear to bring it along --- it's worth the investment to wear that lovely g </p>