https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/gala-what-to-wear Style Advice for Fashion Lovers en-US Fri, 08 May 2026 22:09:45 +0000 http://bbpress.org/?v=1.0.2 q https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/search.php https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/gala-what-to-wear/page/3#post-926906 Tue, 07 May 2013 17:44:06 +0000 ElleH 926906@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ I'm not sure what to wear but I wanted to say Congrats!!!!! https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/gala-what-to-wear/page/3#post-926903 Tue, 07 May 2013 17:42:28 +0000 krishnidoux 926903@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ Congratulations! That is fantastic!<br /> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/gala-what-to-wear/page/3#post-926840 Tue, 07 May 2013 15:55:28 +0000 Linda 926840@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Suz,<br /> Congratulations! What an honor! You mentioned that you could order from J Crew. They have some beautiful dresses in their wedding collection that could easily fit the bill. I'm partial to the navy silk chiffon. I just checked and they have long and short dresses in navy. My daughter had her bride's maids wear J Crew dresses and all of them said that they either wore the dresses or plan to wear them again. They are very "unbride's maidish" if you know what I mean! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/gala-what-to-wear/page/3#post-923332 Thu, 02 May 2013 13:25:50 +0000 Suz 923332@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ Jyoti, that is so sweet - thank you! I will let you know. And Neelie, thank you for the suggestion and the link. And thanks to everyone else, too! What a great group.&nbsp; https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/gala-what-to-wear/page/3#post-923330 Thu, 02 May 2013 13:21:24 +0000 Parsley 923330@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Congratulations, Suz!<br /> I'm afraid I'm no help with Canadian shopping, but I can't wait to see what you decide to wear! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/gala-what-to-wear/page/3#post-923327 Thu, 02 May 2013 13:17:51 +0000 Neelie 923327@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ Congratulations!&nbsp; If you have a day to shop in Toronto I highly recommend the store Want on Avenue Road.&nbsp; They have a huge selection of cocktail dresses and gowns and are very very helpul.&nbsp; Here is the website, though it does not really do the store justice.&nbsp; <a href="http://www.want.ca/" rel="nofollow">http://www.want.ca/</a>&nbsp; Good luck! https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/gala-what-to-wear/page/3#post-923308 Thu, 02 May 2013 12:52:46 +0000 Anonymous 923308@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ Late to this thread and no buying suggestions, but I just wanted to say CONGRATS! https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/gala-what-to-wear/page/2#post-923208 Thu, 02 May 2013 05:30:50 +0000 Jyoti 923208@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ Hey Suz!<br /><br />I just went shopping for a grad banquet gown for myself, and I'm in Calgary, so if you're in town and need some help with where to look, I swear I've been to every store here that even tangentially carries dresses. xD &nbsp;Let me know! https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/gala-what-to-wear/page/2#post-923142 Thu, 02 May 2013 03:05:54 +0000 Sveta 923142@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ Ariadne, I did not know Zara ships / returns free in Canada, this is great news - thanks! (eh, more potential damage of course...) https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/gala-what-to-wear/page/2#post-923135 Thu, 02 May 2013 03:00:41 +0000 Suz 923135@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ Vix: jacket does not belong to me, sadly, and was borrowed from a Calgary friend (and I will be in Toronto).&nbsp;<br /><br />Yes, there is hope of finding something - -my husband reminded me that I have a day in Calgary before I return home!&nbsp;<br /><br />Nicole - thank you!! I am going to follow up on that link. Amazing!&nbsp; https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/gala-what-to-wear/page/2#post-923128 Thu, 02 May 2013 02:55:30 +0000 Vix 923128@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ SUZ! What a fantastic honor.<br /><br />I'm useless aside to say go dressy. Don't underestimate fancy-pants separates though. [Ooh: what ABOUT fancy pants?] <br /><br />Or is that amazing metallic (?) jacket you borrowed for some other fancy event too warm to be worn?<br /><br />Is there any hope of finding something while you're traveling?<br /><br />I'm all questions, but I blame the vicarious thrill of your nomination. https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/gala-what-to-wear/page/2#post-923116 Thu, 02 May 2013 02:41:20 +0000 Nicole D 923116@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ Congratulations and best of luck! &nbsp;Have you heard of <a rel="nofollow" href="http://rentfrockrepeat.com/products">Rent, Frock, Repeat</a>? &nbsp;They will send you two sizes of a dress so you can choose which one is best for a fraction of the cost of buying a new one that might just sit in your closet. https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/gala-what-to-wear/page/2#post-923105 Thu, 02 May 2013 02:28:54 +0000 Ariadne 923105@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ Suz!!!! &nbsp;Congratulations! &nbsp;What a huge honor (very much deserved)! &nbsp;I'm so excited for you.<br /><br />Great suggestions in this thread. &nbsp;I especially love the Jax ones, Angie's picks (with the right accesories), and the cobalt Le Chateau.<br /><br />Don't forget that ZARA offers free shipping and free returns now. &nbsp;Club Monaco I think has free or low-cost shipping, and Aritzia has $8 shipping and $8 returns (free to the store). &nbsp;<br /><br />I vote order a ton of stuff online now, and keep anything that's a possibility&nbsp;until after you go to Holt's in Calgary. &nbsp;That way there isn't too much pressure on that single shopping trip. https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/gala-what-to-wear/page/2#post-923104 Thu, 02 May 2013 02:28:41 +0000 Nadya 923104@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Wonderful news! Congratulations, Suz. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/gala-what-to-wear/page/2#post-923095 Thu, 02 May 2013 02:21:14 +0000 amiable 923095@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ Congratulations! &nbsp;I'm sure you will find something super fabulous! https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/gala-what-to-wear/page/2#post-923058 Thu, 02 May 2013 01:38:01 +0000 lyn* 923058@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ BTW; Can I get your autograph? https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/gala-what-to-wear/page/2#post-923037 Thu, 02 May 2013 01:22:15 +0000 Jaime 923037@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ I have not read a single comment (I will!) and will certainly have no idea what you should wear (but am dying to see what you find) but I have to say CONGRATULATIONS! Wow, what an honor! I am very excited for you! https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/gala-what-to-wear/page/2#post-923034 Thu, 02 May 2013 01:19:53 +0000 Peri 923034@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Congrats!! How exciting!</p> <p>This is what I would wear to a gala. Probably more that you are thinking...and others, I've looked at some of the links...but gala! Just the word is fab.</p> <p><a href="http://m.whitehouseblackmarket.com/store/browse/product.jsp?maxRec=24&#038;pageId=2&#038;productId=570076893&#038;viewAll=&#038;prd=Waterfall+Tiered+Gown&#038;subCatId=cat90006&#038;color=&#038;fromSearch=&#038;inSeam=&#038;posId=4&#038;catId=cat210002&#038;cat=Dresses++Skirts+Occasion+Dresses&#038;onSale=&#038;colorFamily=&#038;maxPg=2&#038;size=" rel="nofollow">http://m.whitehouseblackmarket.....#038;size=</a> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/gala-what-to-wear/page/2#post-923007 Thu, 02 May 2013 00:42:52 +0000 Sveta 923007@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ Congratulations from me too! You may not consider yourself a celebrity but you are our YLF celebrity for sure!<br />I also can check some stores for you if you like - there are Laura, Melanie Lyne and The Bay in our mall.<br />There are 2 LBD at BR which may fit you: <a href="http://bananarepublic.gapcanada.ca/browse/product.do?cid=69885&amp;vid=1&amp;pid=409883003" rel="nofollow">this one </a>and <a href="http://bananarepublic.gapcanada.ca/browse/product.do?cid=69885&amp;vid=1&amp;pid=323483003" rel="nofollow">this one</a>&nbsp;if you want to go a classic LBD way. They will be stunning with your toned arms and shoulders and blonde short hair. <br />Some from Le Chateau: <a href="http://www.lechateau.com/style/jump/Lace-Peplum-Cocktail-Dress/productDetail/The-Wedding-Guest/306464/cat37630997?navAction=jump&amp;navCount=0&amp;categoryNav=true&amp;selectedColor=Ivory" rel="nofollow">peplum lace</a>, <a href="http://www.lechateau.com/style/jump/V-neck-Fitted-Dress/productDetail/Little-Black-Dress/306952/cat37630731?navAction=jump&amp;navCount=8&amp;categoryNav=true&amp;selectedColor=Cobalt" rel="nofollow">cobalt fitted sheath</a>&nbsp;- I think neckline is not too deep and the color is stunning.<br />Another option - how about a stunning top with Leith trousers? I am not sure if the fabrication is dressy enough but I can see them on you with a sleeveless sparkly fitted top...<br />I am so excited for you! I have never been to Gala in my life so it sounds very intriguing!<br />Again - congratulations on your achievement!!!! https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/gala-what-to-wear/page/2#post-923001 Thu, 02 May 2013 00:39:05 +0000 Makrame 923001@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ Congratulations! &nbsp;This sounds very exciting! &nbsp;Looking forward to seeing your gala outfit! https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/gala-what-to-wear/page/2#post-922999 Thu, 02 May 2013 00:36:22 +0000 Rambling Ann 922999@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ Congratulations! &nbsp;A chiffon maxi skirt and a bustier-style top, if you could work either piece into later outfits, could be smashing, especially with a dramatic necklace. I'd spend money there, because the dinner tablecloth will conceal the bottom part for a good part of the evening. And comfortable shoes for your walk to the podium to accept the award. https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/gala-what-to-wear/page/2#post-922996 Thu, 02 May 2013 00:29:44 +0000 merwoman 922996@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ Chiming in to add my congratulations! And wanted to say while you will want to feel fab in an extra special outfit - your beautiful smile is what everyone will notice first. https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/gala-what-to-wear/page/2#post-922991 Thu, 02 May 2013 00:20:22 +0000 rae 922991@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ I am late and not versed in Canadian retail, so I just wanted to congratulate you! Wow, it is cool just to *know* a real, live, acclaimed writer. High five and hugs! https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/gala-what-to-wear/page/2#post-922989 Thu, 02 May 2013 00:18:43 +0000 Suz 922989@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ Krista, how could you know that and I don't? Sheesh?! I thought they were gone for good when they moved out of our RioCan...hmmm.&nbsp;<br /><br />And thanks for your offer.&nbsp;<br /><br />Thanks, Mia. I agree about that cute peplum - it's a great outfit.&nbsp;<br /><br />Diana, you are SO sweet to find links at the clunky Bay website for me!! I love the RL dress you were searching for. Alas, not at the Bay, but maybe elsewhere. And I really like the Jax one!! The angles definitely appeal to me and I can see that working well if the fit were good. And I love the blue.&nbsp;Maybe I should order it. I can always return anything to the Bay if it doesn't work, and there's no delivery charge. Thank you!!!&nbsp; https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/gala-what-to-wear/page/2#post-922980 Thu, 02 May 2013 00:11:11 +0000 Krista 922980@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ Congratulations, Suz! What an honor!<br /><br />There's a Laura at the outlets on Division St. up by the 401. &nbsp;They have a petites section as well. &nbsp;There's also a Jones New York there - sometimes they have nice dresses too.<br /><br />Happy to hit a Laura for you here in Ottawa if you need. &nbsp;The Holt's is also here and not far from my house. &nbsp;I can pop up there on an evening if necessary. &nbsp;Just PM me if you need to! https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/gala-what-to-wear/page/2#post-922964 Wed, 01 May 2013 23:46:54 +0000 Mia 922964@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Holts is where I would go. Definitely make an apt and give a budget etc. Calgary is probably perfect store too. </p> <p>I love that peplum top and skirt Gaylene! So versatile and modern looking. At that price point maybe some killer shoes and/ or bag!?? Gee, I might have to check it out as we are invited to a wedding in Sept that specifies formal wear....Ack! What will I wear? </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/gala-what-to-wear/page/2#post-922962 Wed, 01 May 2013 23:46:26 +0000 Diana 922962@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ Congratulations on the nomination, Suz!&nbsp; <br /><br />Re: the Ralph Lauren dress.&nbsp; There are a lot of very similar versions of the dress with different fabrics, sleeves, and necklines.&nbsp; It might be worth popping over to the Bay and seeing what versions they have on offer.<br /><br />Here is a boat neck but it has cap sleeves which I remember you are not crazy about:<br /><a href="http://www.thebay.com/eng/womens-dresses-Cap_Sleeved_Ruched_Dress-thebay/308845" rel="nofollow">http://www.thebay.com/eng/wome.....bay/308845</a><br />And a cowl neck version (is this too low?):<br /><a href="http://www.thebay.com/eng/womens-dresses-Cowlneck_Dress-thebay/297491" rel="nofollow">http://www.thebay.com/eng/wome.....bay/297491</a><br /><br />A long one (maybe too dressy?):<br /><a href="http://www.thebay.com/eng/womens-dresses-specialoccasion-Cap_Sleeved_Sequined_Gown-thebay/314430" rel="nofollow">http://www.thebay.com/eng/wome.....bay/314430</a><br /><br />Not a ralph lauren, but also interesting, a cobalt/black sheath, asymmetrical neck:<a href="http://www.thebay.com/eng/womens-dresses-cocktail-Colourblock_Cocktail_Dress-thebay/310974" rel="nofollow">http://www.thebay.com/eng/wome.....bay/310974</a><br /><br />ETA: WAs actually trying to find this RL dress for you but they didn't have it on the Bay website:<br /><a href="http://shop.nordstrom.com/S/lauren-ralph-lauren-ruched-cap-sleeve-sheath-dress/3340065?origin=keywordsearch-personalizedsort&amp;contextualcategoryid=2375500&amp;fashionColor=&amp;resultback=7132&amp;cm_sp=personalizedsort-_-searchresults-_-1_21_B" rel="nofollow">http://shop.nordstrom.com/S/la.....gin=keywor</a><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/gala-what-to-wear/page/2#post-922934 Wed, 01 May 2013 23:20:33 +0000 Suz 922934@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ Thank you, everyone! No, Lyn, I am most definitely <b>not</b> a celebrity. And I won't actually win a prize, either...(I am not being falsely modest; it's just that I have a pretty good idea of how these things go from past experiences.) Having said that, it's a huge honour to get the nominations themselves, so I am pleased as a summer poppy!&nbsp;<br /><br />Gaylene, calling Holts in advance&nbsp;is a fabulous suggestion. In fact, the friend of a friend who loaned me a jacket in the summer used to be a stylist of some sort (I think &nbsp;she was actually an interior designer, but she is very into fashion, too) and she is close to my size. So I think she will have suggestions, and given her lifestyle, she probably is good friends with the stylist at Holts!&nbsp;<br /><br />Angie, I <b>LOVE</b> the Kamalikulture dresses and think I might order one...but not sure they would be dressy enough. Or at least I might need an accessories intervention as well, to make them dressy enough! But that would be do-able. They are very reasonably priced.&nbsp;<br /><br /><br /> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/gala-what-to-wear/page/2#post-922860 Wed, 01 May 2013 22:25:22 +0000 unfrumped 922860@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ Mega congratulations! Totally no help on Canada shopping and gala shopping anyway--but you will look fab. Happy hunting! https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/gala-what-to-wear/page/2#post-922848 Wed, 01 May 2013 22:19:29 +0000 Lyn D. 922848@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ Just wanted to send my congratulations Suz!!<br />Does this mean you are a celebrity now? :)<br />(You are to us anyway.)