https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/i-dont-think-dress-is-working%e2%80%a6-might-go-to-plan-b Style Advice for Fashion Lovers en-US Thu, 09 Apr 2026 14:33:48 +0000 http://bbpress.org/?v=1.0.2 q https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/search.php https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/i-dont-think-dress-is-working%e2%80%a6-might-go-to-plan-b#post-1171428 Wed, 19 Feb 2014 14:47:17 +0000 Kimberley 1171428@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>What clearly claire said!&nbsp; I second the motion! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/i-dont-think-dress-is-working%e2%80%a6-might-go-to-plan-b#post-1171343 Wed, 19 Feb 2014 13:00:40 +0000 donnat 1171343@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>That dress is gorgeous on you. I think a clutch and statement necklace will really make it pop. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/i-dont-think-dress-is-working%e2%80%a6-might-go-to-plan-b#post-1171294 Wed, 19 Feb 2014 12:02:31 +0000 Anonymous 1171294@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Are you kidding me? That dress is fantastic on you! I would wear it in a heartbeat, even if I was the dressiest person in the room. I adore the simplicity of the nude pumps, and I would just choose earrings *or* a necklace an call it a day. Your lovely hair and eyes will complete the picture. I don't think you could have chosen a more flattering color for your complexion. Please, please, please wear it!!! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/i-dont-think-dress-is-working%e2%80%a6-might-go-to-plan-b#post-1171196 Wed, 19 Feb 2014 06:20:46 +0000 shemarie 1171196@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I think the dress/color look beautiful on you! No "frumpy Plain Jane" whatsoever, that's for certain.&nbsp; Lucky you to be able to wear wrap dresses, too! I agree that maybe a more casual shoe - a wedge or metallic, maybe some color in a fun necklace (saw some very fun bright yellow, orange or fushia ones at J.Crew recently), or even a casual topper if it cools off at night could dress this down and look wonderful.&nbsp; Can't wait to see what you come up with! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/i-dont-think-dress-is-working%e2%80%a6-might-go-to-plan-b#post-1171121 Wed, 19 Feb 2014 04:01:54 +0000 LoriFLA 1171121@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I am going to try to "casualize" the dress. Thanks again for great advice. &nbsp;I'll post more pics tomorrow.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/i-dont-think-dress-is-working%e2%80%a6-might-go-to-plan-b#post-1171103 Wed, 19 Feb 2014 03:39:28 +0000 Mia 1171103@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>You look absolutely lovely in the dress although I totally understand if it feels a little to much for the event coming up. &nbsp;I'd give one last go at "casualizing" it especially since it's perfect for the weather you expect. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/i-dont-think-dress-is-working%e2%80%a6-might-go-to-plan-b#post-1171062 Wed, 19 Feb 2014 03:10:20 +0000 Jaime 1171062@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I think the dress is wonderful on you and a great basis for a lot of possibilities. You don't look plain at all! Out of the new ones the blue stripe is my favorite. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/i-dont-think-dress-is-working%e2%80%a6-might-go-to-plan-b#post-1171033 Wed, 19 Feb 2014 02:30:42 +0000 bmed 1171033@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I like the dress a lot! But you have to be comfortable. I think it just needs some pop. A big statement necklace with multi colors comes to mind... </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/i-dont-think-dress-is-working%e2%80%a6-might-go-to-plan-b#post-1171026 Wed, 19 Feb 2014 02:23:23 +0000 Anonymous 1171026@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I like 1 and 3 best of your try on outfits. You could add an arty necklace </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/i-dont-think-dress-is-working%e2%80%a6-might-go-to-plan-b#post-1171024 Wed, 19 Feb 2014 02:22:27 +0000 Echo 1171024@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I very much prefer the dress to the outfits from the dressing rooms. I think it is flattering, and its solid colour and mid-length make it more of a &nbsp;dress up/dress down sort of dress that depends on accessories to make it casual or dressy. With a statement necklace and nice heels this dress could be quite dressy, but with a patterned scarf and wedges and a watch it would look far more casual. I think the dress is a great buy! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/i-dont-think-dress-is-working%e2%80%a6-might-go-to-plan-b#post-1171017 Wed, 19 Feb 2014 02:09:30 +0000 LoriFLA 1171017@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Oh my I love Ingunn and her beautiful outfits she created. Totally fab. I tried on some stuff tonight. Didn't buy anything. It's a hodgepodge of not so good looks. Thanks for all advice. I'll post what I end up wearing. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/i-dont-think-dress-is-working%e2%80%a6-might-go-to-plan-b#post-1170925 Wed, 19 Feb 2014 00:43:53 +0000 Suz 1170925@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>This dress is absolutely lovely on you! Have no fear -- you can wear it and wear it well! I love the ideas so far -- some patterned footwear, a clutch, perhaps.&nbsp;</p> <p>But if it feels too dressy, maybe some fluid pants with a simple, very lightweight (e.g. cotton/ silk or modal) knit top?&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/i-dont-think-dress-is-working%e2%80%a6-might-go-to-plan-b#post-1170910 Wed, 19 Feb 2014 00:30:41 +0000 Anonymous 1170910@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Ingunn has posted some looks with a Gemma dress, maybe something would inspire you:</p> <p><a href="http://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/7-days-one-wrap-dress-recap-of-dress-challenge-week" rel="nofollow">http://youlookfab.com/welookfa.....lenge-week</a> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/i-dont-think-dress-is-working%e2%80%a6-might-go-to-plan-b#post-1170907 Wed, 19 Feb 2014 00:27:06 +0000 rachylou 1170907@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Wedge heels would dress it down a bit, but I agree it's a nice dress on you! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/i-dont-think-dress-is-working%e2%80%a6-might-go-to-plan-b#post-1170884 Tue, 18 Feb 2014 23:57:48 +0000 Anonymous 1170884@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>The dress looks wonderful on you! If you are looking for something to wear with a great pair of black pants or jeans, you might try a wrap or faux wrap top. But your dress also seems appropriate for a "dressy book club" meeting. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/i-dont-think-dress-is-working%e2%80%a6-might-go-to-plan-b#post-1170879 Tue, 18 Feb 2014 23:50:10 +0000 rute 1170879@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Amazing color, perfect fit!! Love </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/i-dont-think-dress-is-working%e2%80%a6-might-go-to-plan-b#post-1170865 Tue, 18 Feb 2014 23:29:56 +0000 Helena 1170865@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>You look picture-perfect to me - the color is beautiful on you. However, you should def. wear what you are comfortable with - but I hope you keep the dress to wear another day! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/i-dont-think-dress-is-working%e2%80%a6-might-go-to-plan-b#post-1170858 Tue, 18 Feb 2014 23:22:24 +0000 Caro in Oz 1170858@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I think the dress looks lovely on you. &nbsp;I know what you mean though - if others are wearing pants &amp; skirts you may not feel that the dress is "right" for the occasion. Do you have any &nbsp;more casual clothes you feel great in? Maybe post some more photos &amp; see if we can come up with something </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/i-dont-think-dress-is-working%e2%80%a6-might-go-to-plan-b#post-1170848 Tue, 18 Feb 2014 23:13:00 +0000 LoriFLA 1170848@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Thank you JAileen, I think I will definitely try it with statement necklace and fun shoes. &nbsp;My hair will look a lot better too -- it won't be pulled back as it is in these photos. &nbsp;That might help. ;-)</p> <p>Yes to the berry shoes. &nbsp;I have not found any in the stores. &nbsp;I'm still looking. <a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.amazon.com/Bandolino-Womens-Mylah-Peep-Toe-Suede/dp/B008PNR2ZA/ref=cm_cr_pr_product_top">&nbsp;I did place an order for these</a>&nbsp;but read a bad review that stated that they were really much lighter pink, so I canceled my order.</p> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/i-dont-think-dress-is-working%e2%80%a6-might-go-to-plan-b#post-1170845 Tue, 18 Feb 2014 23:10:20 +0000 carambola 1170845@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I think you look lovely! The color is great on you and the wrap is flattering. The nude pumps work, but they do read as dressier than a leopard print or bright color would. You mentioned in your other post that you had a berry colored shoe. Did you try those? I like Carter's suggestion of statement necklace and fun clutch.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/i-dont-think-dress-is-working%e2%80%a6-might-go-to-plan-b#post-1170842 Tue, 18 Feb 2014 23:07:14 +0000 JAileen 1170842@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I think the dress looks really nice on you. When I read your post I was expecting something awful. That is not what I see. A statement necklace would be nice. How about a scarf? I think the dress could be considered a blank canvas for some interesting accessories. I'm no expert, but I wouldn't give up on the dress if I were you. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/i-dont-think-dress-is-working%e2%80%a6-might-go-to-plan-b#post-1170840 Tue, 18 Feb 2014 23:06:38 +0000 LoriFLA 1170840@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Thank you. &nbsp;I love the idea of a pop of color. It was my intention to buy some bright shoes and jewelry but haven't done it yet. &nbsp;If I wear this dress in the future&nbsp;I definitely go that route. &nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/i-dont-think-dress-is-working%e2%80%a6-might-go-to-plan-b#post-1170836 Tue, 18 Feb 2014 23:01:30 +0000 carter 1170836@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>What if you added a statement necklace, smaller earrings and a bright pop of color in a clutch...red, green, orange, yellow, etc? Maybe with some bright strappy sandals too. I think the color is beautiful on you. You don't look frumpy at all, but it is a lot of blue with nothing to break it up. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/i-dont-think-dress-is-working%e2%80%a6-might-go-to-plan-b#post-1170830 Tue, 18 Feb 2014 22:58:13 +0000 lisaflex 1170830@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>i certainly am no pro but am sure others will join in here.</p> <p></p> <p>what about some leopard or patterned shoes for some ectra oomph? patterned cami?</p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/i-dont-think-dress-is-working%e2%80%a6-might-go-to-plan-b#post-1170827 Tue, 18 Feb 2014 22:55:56 +0000 LoriFLA 1170827@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Not too long ago I posted this question: &nbsp;<a rel="nofollow" href="http://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-shoes-to-wear-with-this-dress">http://youlookfab.com/welookfa.....this-dress</a></p> <p>Thank you for the replies. &nbsp;I took some photos wearing the dress.</p> <p>I wanted to wear it to an event that is somewhat dressy. &nbsp;The dress code is more dressy casual. I'm afraid this dress might be too dressy and I'm thinking it's not as flattering as I believed it would be. &nbsp;Wrap dresses are usually flattering&nbsp;on me, &nbsp;but this one just looks like a whole lot of&nbsp;teal fabric on my &nbsp;body.&nbsp;</p> <p>I'm a full hourglass and I have had a&nbsp;hard time finding clothes lately. &nbsp;It's very frustrating. &nbsp;I want to look pulled together and attractive but I cannot find anything that appeals. &nbsp;I have a hard time wearing button up blouses (gaping at the bust)&nbsp;&nbsp;The silky blouson blouses, or silky tunics,&nbsp;that are everywhere do not look good on me. &nbsp;They only make me look larger.&nbsp;&nbsp;I went to the mall today and looked at everything in JCPenney and Macy's. &nbsp;I wanted to go into Dillards but had a time constraint. &nbsp;&nbsp;I might go back tonight.</p> <p>This event is an all-women event held in the evening. &nbsp;&nbsp;Wine is served, no dinner. &nbsp;Think "dressy book club". &nbsp;Last month most of the women wore black trousers, nice top or sweater, some people wore beautiful scarves, skirts, boots, beautiful jewelry. &nbsp;I feel like I will stick out as frumpy Plain Jane in this dress. &nbsp;I don't know what accessories to wear with it.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p> <p>I might go the top and trousers&nbsp;route. &nbsp;Last month I wore gray pants, gray V-neck sweater, creme camisole, flats. &nbsp;It is&nbsp;going to be 80 degrees so I have to keep that in mind. &nbsp;I can't wear a sweater unless it's thin.</p> <p>Sorry for the long post. &nbsp;I do think I will save this dress for another event and look for another outfit. &nbsp;Any suggestions on what I can wear is appreciated. &nbsp; </p>