https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/hunting-for-a-wedding-guest-dress-help-please Style Advice for Fashion Lovers en-US Thu, 30 Apr 2026 16:52:16 +0000 http://bbpress.org/?v=1.0.2 q https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/search.php https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/hunting-for-a-wedding-guest-dress-help-please/page/3#post-2362023 Tue, 04 Jun 2024 14:40:00 +0000 Mary Beth (formerly LBD) 2362023@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I kind of cringe at the thought of someone setting up a wedding on short notice, and then having this big dress code for women, in the middle of a very hot season.&nbsp; &nbsp;It's kind of a big ask, especially if you have to travel out of town, book flights and a hotel, etc.</p> <p>FWIW, I loooooove that Orire dress on you!&nbsp; &nbsp;It may be something to consider, if not for this wedding, just to have and wear and enjoy for other things.&nbsp; &nbsp;It has a fun energy, that suits your vibe, IMO.&nbsp; &nbsp;</p> <p>You do have a lot of beautiful options in your try-ons.&nbsp; I'd pick the one that best suits your needs, and makes you feel happiest. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/hunting-for-a-wedding-guest-dress-help-please/page/3#post-2361924 Fri, 31 May 2024 23:48:55 +0000 Staysfit 2361924@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>The Crosbie dress by Argent arrived. &nbsp;It’s one of my three original picks. &nbsp;It looks nice, fits perfectly, however the seam on the collar has loose and sloppy sewing. &nbsp;The rest of the garment seems well made. &nbsp;It almost looks like whomever was sewing used loose tacking thread and then after sewing, forgot to remove it, &nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/hunting-for-a-wedding-guest-dress-help-please/page/3#post-2361922 Fri, 31 May 2024 22:40:30 +0000 Sal 2361922@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Very tricky indeed! The blue dress is lovely and I think it would be a good piece to have in the wardrobe for other occasions - it’s timeless! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/hunting-for-a-wedding-guest-dress-help-please/page/3#post-2361919 Fri, 31 May 2024 19:11:05 +0000 Dee 2361919@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Oh boy this has certainly been quite challenging to dress for. I hope the Komorov dress works out for you, it looks lovely as well.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/hunting-for-a-wedding-guest-dress-help-please/page/3#post-2361915 Fri, 31 May 2024 16:13:54 +0000 Bonnie 2361915@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>The Komorov dress is beautiful and DH likes it, so it seems like a great choice. Too bad the Vince dress didn't work, it looked wonderful in the photos you posted. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/hunting-for-a-wedding-guest-dress-help-please/page/3#post-2361914 Fri, 31 May 2024 15:41:16 +0000 Suz 2361914@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Oh, this is such a complicated brief! I really loved the Vince dress on you also -- in the photos, the colour looks gorgeous on you, and the cut is conservative enough for the event, and it feels dressy.&nbsp;</p> <p>I hope the Komorov dress is 1). modest enough; 2). fits as beautifully as the Vince. It would be perfect, if so. Do let us know!&nbsp;</p> <p>I'm of two minds about the Orire -- I would like to see more photos. I like the colour and the idea of linen (for the temps) but like Janet, I find it a bit fussy looking and "bound up." However, those details may be over-emphasized by the lighting -- it might be much better in person.&nbsp;</p> <p>Crossing fingers the Komorov works, and then, good heavens, the head covering dilemma to solve!!&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/hunting-for-a-wedding-guest-dress-help-please/page/3#post-2361912 Fri, 31 May 2024 15:14:19 +0000 The Cat 2361912@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Agree with your husband. The Komorov dress would be gorgeous for the ceremony. And the blue &amp; white dress worn with a topper for the family dinner. Still vote for silver or light grey slingbacks. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/hunting-for-a-wedding-guest-dress-help-please/page/3#post-2361905 Fri, 31 May 2024 13:34:39 +0000 Angie 2361905@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>The last dress you showed looks wonderful too,<b> Staysfit!</b> If it's sufficiently modest - by all means go with that one! I bet the colour is glorious with your hair :)&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/hunting-for-a-wedding-guest-dress-help-please/page/3#post-2361899 Fri, 31 May 2024 12:38:22 +0000 kellygirl 2361899@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Late to the party here but I can't wait to see the Komorov dress. The grey floral is pretty and I can see why it's a favorite--the color and the cut is conventionally flattering however conservative. For lack of a better descriptor--it looks severe for a summer wedding. I think the green tiered dress is unique but has a lot going on. I love the purple casual dress--my fave of everything you modeled.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/hunting-for-a-wedding-guest-dress-help-please/page/3#post-2361891 Fri, 31 May 2024 11:00:38 +0000 Staysfit 2361891@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>There is a lot of love for the Vince dress! &nbsp;Sadly, I am not sure there is as much love for it in person. &nbsp;DH did not like it. &nbsp;He says it’s too dark. It is a dark, steely blue purple grey with brown, white and green flowers. &nbsp;It does not photograph accurately because of the metallic sheen and also because of the poor lighting near my full length mirror. &nbsp;<div><br /></div><div>My mom told me via text that she doesn’t like either the Vince or Orire dress and prefers the JJill dresses. &nbsp;She thinks I can knit a nice shawl and make the purple dress work, &nbsp;DH doesn’t think the purple dress is formal &nbsp;enough for the wedding but does think it could work with the right topper for a family dinner.&nbsp;</p> <p>I tried one more dress that arrived late yesterday and I didn’t get to take a picture. My mom hasn’t seen it yet, but DH did and he likes this one best for the wedding ceremony.</p> <p><a rel="nofollow" href="https://www.nordstrom.com/s/sunburst-pleated-chiffon-blouson-midi-dress/7646935">https://www.nordstrom.com/s/su.....ss/7646935</a></p> <p>He says &nbsp;the color and dress are flattering and he&nbsp;believes the dress is modest enough and more formal than the other choices. &nbsp;It would pack easily for travel. &nbsp;If for some reason the Komarov dress is too sheer….(need to check with my cousin) then DH would pick the green dress for the wedding ceremony. He says he “kind of likes” the green dress although he has hesitation because it is not at all conventional, and while it is modest, he is not sure it’s a good choice for this conservative event. &nbsp;He said I should consider keeping it for a future event, but I’m not sure. &nbsp;Is it too trendy or is it avant garde enough to work in the future? &nbsp;His choice for family dinner is the blue and white dress with the topper and or the purple dress with a topper.&nbsp;<br /></div><div><div><br /></div><div>The JJill dresses suit my personality and are practical for my life, they feel like “me”. &nbsp;In terms of more formal attire, the other options don’t quite feel like “me”. &nbsp;I can get by with one of them and that’s good, but I do not feel settled. I am still looking to see if I can find something I really love, like my lace Shoshanna dress, which sadly isn’t fitting at the moment (too tight on top). &nbsp;<br /><div><div><br /></div><div>If I have time, I will try to get pictures of the Komorov dress later and post them also.</div></div></div></div> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/hunting-for-a-wedding-guest-dress-help-please/page/3#post-2361846 Thu, 30 May 2024 18:34:49 +0000 Firecracker (Sharan) 2361846@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p><div>Oh, WOW, the Vince dress is so lovely on you. Beautiful with your hair, the fit looks fantastic, and the subtle shape--sleek without cling. I think the fabric you are holding out in the second picture will make it swirl beautifully when dancing. But that fabric drapes and hangs so nicely that it has the long columnar shape that flatters you so well. <br /></div><br /><div>I would go with the Orire green dress for the family dinner. Or the paisley with the blue waterfall cardigan. Or the striped Whistles dress. All are lovely on you. The green linen dress is so unusual and striking, though; it seems to reflect your personality and individuality a bit more than the other choices. (I say this not really knowing you--except for our years of association here on the forum--LOL!)</div><div><br /></div><div>I like The Cat's suggestion for silver or light gray sling-back shoes, which would go with both the Vince and Orire dresses. Add silver jewelry, and/or pearls, and you're set. I think freshwater pearls in blue/cool tones would be pretty with the Vince dress, too. <br /></div><div><br /></div><div><div>I love the second knitting pattern for a topper, though I don't<br /> know that you'll need it for this event. The pointelle design and more<br /> fitted shoulder give it a little dressier look, to my eye.&nbsp; <br /></div><div><br /></div><br /></div> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/hunting-for-a-wedding-guest-dress-help-please/page/3#post-2361842 Thu, 30 May 2024 17:05:46 +0000 Joyce B 2361842@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I like the Vince dress on you.<br /> This website has head coverings, I believe she makes them (or at least used to) herself.<br /> <a href="https://headcoverings-by-devorah.com/" rel="nofollow">https://headcoverings-by-devorah.com/</a><br /> She has lace type beaded headcovers, doily type and others, probably not hats per se but has some nice stuff if you look through her website. You can ask her about matching the color of your dress. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/hunting-for-a-wedding-guest-dress-help-please/page/3#post-2361835 Thu, 30 May 2024 16:09:25 +0000 The Cat 2361835@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>My opinion re the last dresses you showed, staysfit:</p> <p>#2 is beautiful and elegant and looks perfect on you. Wear it for the ceremony.</p> <p>#4 looks great for a summer wedding. With a more elegant topper (than the one you are wearing in the next pics) it would be gorgeous for the family wedding.</p> <p>In both cases, I suggest that the black pumps are replaced by a silver or light grey shoe, preferably a slingback. Elegant, summery, and in beautiful harmony with your hair.</p> <p>I imagine that these two dresses would also be versatile options for several occasions later. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/hunting-for-a-wedding-guest-dress-help-please/page/3#post-2361825 Thu, 30 May 2024 11:46:27 +0000 Janet 2361825@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>The Vince dress! That’s fab on you. Lovely fit and color and very occasion appropriate. I like the blue patterned one with the topper — looks nice on you and seems versatile. I confess I am not a fan of the Orire dress, even though I love the color — the gathered tiers sort of evoke being bound up and it looksa little fussy to my eye, but that may just be me! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/hunting-for-a-wedding-guest-dress-help-please/page/3#post-2361821 Thu, 30 May 2024 10:26:36 +0000 Dee 2361821@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I agree the Vince dress is so elegant on you. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/hunting-for-a-wedding-guest-dress-help-please/page/3#post-2361806 Thu, 30 May 2024 01:04:35 +0000 phoebe 2361806@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>The Vince is really lovely on you </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/hunting-for-a-wedding-guest-dress-help-please/page/3#post-2361805 Thu, 30 May 2024 01:04:12 +0000 LaPed 2361805@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>The Vince dress looks great! I really like the purple one too, and if you can skew a bit more casual for the family dinner, that plus a topper would be my pick. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/hunting-for-a-wedding-guest-dress-help-please/page/3#post-2361799 Thu, 30 May 2024 00:12:01 +0000 catherine 2361799@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Staysfit, you’re getting a lot of good advice from the stylish ones here. I do like the Vince dress best. It looks great on you. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/hunting-for-a-wedding-guest-dress-help-please/page/3#post-2361797 Wed, 29 May 2024 23:05:00 +0000 Angie 2361797@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>By FAR the silvery blue Vince dress for the wedding!! (I found it for you so I'm gloating a wee bit!) &nbsp;KILLER WOW on you <b>Staysfit</b>, and looks like a perfect fit! Needs metallic pumps :)</p> <p>I like the gorgeous green dress in #9 for the family dinner.</p> <p>The sleeveless dresses are lovely, but read too beachy for the events. Keep for casual hot days though!&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/hunting-for-a-wedding-guest-dress-help-please/page/3#post-2361794 Wed, 29 May 2024 20:55:22 +0000 Staysfit 2361794@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Firecracker, in terms of a topper for the Orire dress, I may or may not need one. &nbsp;The ceremony is outdoors and the dinner and dancing will be indoors. &nbsp;A topper for air conditioning may be nice since the dress is linen. &nbsp;It has puffy sleeves so the bolero jacket seemed the best of the options I found on Ravelry. &nbsp;I saw the green bolero you made and tried to find a similar pattern on Ravelry. &nbsp;I think something like that pattern might be a good option with the purple dress because of the tiered skirt. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/hunting-for-a-wedding-guest-dress-help-please/page/3#post-2361791 Wed, 29 May 2024 20:13:33 +0000 Staysfit 2361791@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Cat2, the family dinner is at the same place as the wedding. &nbsp;Silver shoes may work with the Vince dress. &nbsp;I have several options, although not any closed toe, which I think would be best. &nbsp;It would be nice if I could pick one pair of shoes for both dresses so I have less to carry.</p> <p>Did I mention that my cousin told me I will need to wear a hat or some sort of head covering as well? &nbsp;I’m trying to imagine what type of hat might work with these dresses, that will also pack and travel well. &nbsp;:-) </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/hunting-for-a-wedding-guest-dress-help-please/page/3#post-2361790 Wed, 29 May 2024 20:07:27 +0000 cat2 2361790@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Where is the family dinner being held? That might give you a sense of how much to dress up. Love that Vince dress; do you have bronze or silver metallic shoes? </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/hunting-for-a-wedding-guest-dress-help-please/page/3#post-2361789 Wed, 29 May 2024 19:57:03 +0000 Staysfit 2361789@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>cjh, all opinions are welcome! &nbsp;It’s a good thought that perhaps the Vince dress is flowy and not too big. &nbsp;I need to wear it and walk around my house to see…I only tried it on and snapped a quick photo. &nbsp;If I wear this dress, I would need to get some new shoes. &nbsp;The pointy toe pumps match perfectly but hurt my feet… :-(</p> <p>Jenni NZ, &nbsp;I’m glad you think the Vince dress is nice. &nbsp;I’m betting DH is going to like that one best of all of these. &nbsp; Any thoughts on what accessories would work with the Vince dress? &nbsp;What shoes?&nbsp;</p> <p>Sal, Yours is the third vote for the Vince dress. &nbsp;I’m keeping the purple dress so I’m going to knit one of the two toppers I posted earlier in the thread, probably the small bolero and not the kimono.&nbsp;</p> <p>I’m also going to ask DH to take some outdoor pictures so the colors of these dresses will be more accurate. &nbsp;My bedroom walls and lighting are not the best! &nbsp;</p> <p>ETA, I forgot to post the second option for a topper so I am adding it here. It would be in the green, purple, blue, gold metallic yarn already posted in the knitted swatch. &nbsp;I can add a button to hold it closed if needed and I can make any length sleeves.</p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/hunting-for-a-wedding-guest-dress-help-please/page/3#post-2361788 Wed, 29 May 2024 19:46:54 +0000 Sal 2361788@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>My pick is dress 2 -the Vince dress. I think it is very flattering and classic.</p> <p>I think all the others work and would tend to a sleeveless dress with a topper for the dinner - maybe the purple? </p> <p>I do like the Orire dress too. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/hunting-for-a-wedding-guest-dress-help-please/page/2#post-2361787 Wed, 29 May 2024 19:40:32 +0000 Jenni NZ 2361787@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Oh I love the Vince dress on you! Colour is perfect with your hair! I don’t think it looks too big at all and I think it is flattering. I love that for the wedding, and the JJill paisley blue with blue topper for the family dinner. Just my highly selective opinion of course! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/hunting-for-a-wedding-guest-dress-help-please/page/2#post-2361786 Wed, 29 May 2024 19:38:47 +0000 cjh 2361786@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Personally, I love 2-3 for the colors, and the shape is superb on you. It was actually my favorite from Angie’s suggestions. Is it flowy? Because it looks like it is.</p> <p>For the dinner, assuming a little more casual, I like the blue print sleeveless dress with the crossover knit topper as in 5. It looks summery.</p> <p>Not the most expert here, but hoping you are seeking any and all feedback. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/hunting-for-a-wedding-guest-dress-help-please/page/2#post-2361784 Wed, 29 May 2024 19:28:59 +0000 Staysfit 2361784@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>More dresses arrived today and I took some quick pictures.<br /> 1. Whistles striped dress - Is the color too dark? I'm not sure I love the color of the stripes. It's wrinkled and needs a good steaming. It feels warm when wearing it inside today, mid 70's F, so it may be too heavy for July.<br /> 2. Vince dress...Color is a deep silvery blue, the flowers are brown and white. It feels very large. I don't usually wear dresses this shape so I cannot tell if it's flattering.<br /> 4/6. JJill paisley dress. Has a slit which may be alright since it is not above my knee...really not sure. I love the light blue color. The material is light and cool. Is it too casual for a formal wedding that isnt black tie? I'm keeping it for work.<br /> 5/7. JJill 4 way light blue topper over the dress. It's also lightweight, maybe linen. They sold out of the small size. This is a bit large (you may be able to see in shoulder seams) but knits are forgiving so I think it works.<br /> 8. Farm Rio dress..too much material. Color seems dark. It is lighter than the Whistles dress. I don't like this. I reposted here for comparison.<br /> 9. Orire dress, pretty green, linen cotton blend, not a classic design. Seems to meet criteria. I think this can be dressed up with the right shoes and jewelry.<br /> 10. Another JJill dress which I am keeping. Obviously too casual for the wedding but it's perfect for summer. I love the colors and the neckline which is bra friendly despite being halter-like.<br /> 11. JJill dress with a green linen shirt tied as a topper. Perfect for work but maybe not wedding friendly although it may be an option for dinner with my family.</p> <p>12. JJill purple dress. I love the color. May be able to knit a topper for this. It has mother of pearl buttons. It's light weight and cool. This was my original first pick until the green dress arrived. Probably too casual but I can get some metallic yarn for a topper or even use the yarn I considered for the green dress. I think it works.</p> <p>I learned that I need two dresses, one for the wedding and one for a family dinner (although it still needs to adhere to the modesty rules.) </p> <p>Which if any of these do you think I should choose for the wedding? For the family dinner? </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/hunting-for-a-wedding-guest-dress-help-please/page/2#post-2361781 Wed, 29 May 2024 18:55:03 +0000 Staysfit 2361781@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Joyce B. Thanks for the link. I enjoyed l reading why linen and wool cannot be mixed in a garment and am glad to learn that I can wear something that has other fibers besides these two mixed. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/hunting-for-a-wedding-guest-dress-help-please/page/2#post-2361780 Wed, 29 May 2024 18:16:20 +0000 Joyce B 2361780@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I think you were referring to Shatnez rules? If those are needed, they forbid wearing wool and linen in the same garment. Linen and cotton seem to be ok.<br /> <a href="https://www.chabad.org/library/article_cdo/aid/381831/jewish/What-is-Shatnez.htm" rel="nofollow">https://www.chabad.org/library.....hatnez.htm</a> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/hunting-for-a-wedding-guest-dress-help-please/page/2#post-2361749 Wed, 29 May 2024 11:20:04 +0000 lyn67 2361749@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Not bad, and it depends on how you feel in each of these 2 for the wedding-but I would also wait for the Vince dress before deciding. I know I suggested the Orire (but the haven't seen the others posted later!:-)) as the color and fabric is more summery but it is a bit too much of shirring for having the staying power and even if the lace maxi&nbsp; can be perceived as a lot but also has a more more classic cut- which makes good for a&nbsp; weeding guest with so strong requirements to be decent.&nbsp; And why the need of the layering over long sleeves? Both dresses fit well and look fab on you--so you at least you will have enough choices!.&nbsp; </p>