https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ideas-to-change-up-these-dress Style Advice for Fashion Lovers en-US Fri, 17 Apr 2026 10:23:14 +0000 http://bbpress.org/?v=1.0.2 q https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/search.php https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ideas-to-change-up-these-dress/page/2#post-2078265 Mon, 18 Nov 2019 18:43:56 +0000 Sal 2078265@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Thanks Bijou and Suz. I will repeat the gingham and take a pic and experiment with the polka dot. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ideas-to-change-up-these-dress#post-2078256 Mon, 18 Nov 2019 18:24:17 +0000 Suz 2078256@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I am awfully late here but have to say that the gingham is a killer dress on you!! Wow.&nbsp;</p> <p>The other one seems worth keeping if you still enjoy it.&nbsp;</p> <p>Love the idea of sneakers and yellow bag.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ideas-to-change-up-these-dress#post-2078158 Mon, 18 Nov 2019 14:13:20 +0000 Bijou 2078158@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I like both dresses and think you could have fun with both of these by adding colourful accessories - your yellow bag is a great way to add colour. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ideas-to-change-up-these-dress#post-2078086 Mon, 18 Nov 2019 01:41:51 +0000 nemosmom 2078086@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Your gingham experiment sounds like it went really well!&nbsp; Would you maybe put your polka dots in your holding zone and see if you still like it next year? </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ideas-to-change-up-these-dress#post-2078066 Mon, 18 Nov 2019 00:24:43 +0000 Sal 2078066@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I haven’t tried yet Fashintern. I have one cardigan that might work - our summer has cool days so layering is useful.</p> <p>I can’t imagine toughening it up - I like the dress and stompy boot look but not for me. One of those ones that I admire on others and leave it there. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ideas-to-change-up-these-dress#post-2077977 Sun, 17 Nov 2019 15:04:19 +0000 Stagiaire Fash 2077977@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Are JAileen and I the only ones pulling for the polka dots? Have you tried it with stompy shoes yet? My first thought was a cardigan, but of course that doesn’t work in the summer. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ideas-to-change-up-these-dress#post-2077892 Sat, 16 Nov 2019 23:57:40 +0000 Sal 2077892@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I wore the gingham Friday with my yellow bag and the sneakers. I liked it! I added a white bracelet.</p> <p>The polka dot is one of those dresses that I don’t often have cause to wear, nor choose. I would not need to replace it as I have other dresses that fill the same role. But every now and then I do like a more classic look. I need to veer it the elegant rather than the cute/ twee/ pretty. I think I will see how I go over the next month or two and if I pull it out. It might work for my next school event or a Christmas church service.... I am sort of back tracking here and maybe I won’t mix it up? </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ideas-to-change-up-these-dress#post-2077885 Sat, 16 Nov 2019 23:25:56 +0000 Cardiff girl 2077885@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>The gingham is fab,l would be tempted to try it with a wide belt if it wasn’t too hot and sticky. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ideas-to-change-up-these-dress#post-2077881 Sat, 16 Nov 2019 22:32:04 +0000 bj1111 2077881@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>the gingham is outstanding.&nbsp; if you want, purging the spots and replacing is a good choice.</p> <p>i can see layering a turtleneck under the gingham with tights and boots or booties to extend its season.&nbsp; the print is lighter so summery that it would work best straddling winter and spring, when you want to dress in lighter colors and fabrics but the weather won't cooperate.</p> <p>in addition to sneakers, flat slides or mules either sporty or dressy.&nbsp; arm bling and of-course-im-famous sunglasses.&nbsp;&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ideas-to-change-up-these-dress#post-2077476 Fri, 15 Nov 2019 01:26:55 +0000 Anonymous 2077476@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I like both, and yes to pop of color shoes, bag, jewelry, or belt!<br /> I personally don't worry about changing the look of my print summer dresses. I figure they're stand alone pieces and perfect as is! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ideas-to-change-up-these-dress#post-2077188 Wed, 13 Nov 2019 19:23:44 +0000 nuancedream 2077188@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I would love to see both dresses with sneakers, perhaps metallic or brightly colored ones. I would consider adding a moto jacket or classic denim jacket to give a little edge to both dresses. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ideas-to-change-up-these-dress#post-2077187 Wed, 13 Nov 2019 19:17:11 +0000 Sal 2077187@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Ok time to experiment! </p> <p>I do like the gingham better so I am pleased you all like it. Will wear to work tomorrow! I think the spot is two inches shorter than I would like it to be - common as I am 5 8 ish. I will do some outfit labs at home. I suspect it is just an outlier that every now and then is a change up from my usual style - we have talked about this on the forum. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ideas-to-change-up-these-dress#post-2077140 Wed, 13 Nov 2019 16:00:25 +0000 Anonymous 2077140@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I like the idea of the gingham with sneakers but a short white leather (or pleather) jacket may work with both dresses. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ideas-to-change-up-these-dress#post-2077137 Wed, 13 Nov 2019 15:53:14 +0000 nemosmom 2077137@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Love the gingham and think it would be great with sneakers! Also love the idea of the spot dress with sneakers and an edgier topper to toughen it up a bit - the gold bomber or red moto! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ideas-to-change-up-these-dress#post-2077099 Wed, 13 Nov 2019 13:37:24 +0000 RobinF 2077099@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I also love the gingham dress, definitely a 10! That is the thing with dresses, easy one piece but also not so easy to change up. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ideas-to-change-up-these-dress#post-2077094 Wed, 13 Nov 2019 13:21:24 +0000 Synne 2077094@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>It may be the wrong season, but I can totally see that gingham dress layered over bright pink or fuchsia dressy pants! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ideas-to-change-up-these-dress#post-2077072 Wed, 13 Nov 2019 09:27:15 +0000 rachylou 2077072@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>The thing about summer dresses is that they are pretty much the whole outfit. But choice of shoes definitely will change up the vibe. You could no doubt put on any kind of shoe, it’s just a question of *is it you.* Sneakers are a great idea. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ideas-to-change-up-these-dress#post-2077070 Wed, 13 Nov 2019 06:58:40 +0000 notsaf 2077070@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Oh yes also: denim jacket! (Summer: lucky you!) </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ideas-to-change-up-these-dress#post-2077069 Wed, 13 Nov 2019 06:54:14 +0000 notsaf 2077069@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Another huge fan of the gingham!</p> <p>Try flat sandals, sneakers, gold bomber. </p> <p>I agree with Lisa that the polka dot as styled it too sweet. Maybe red leather jacket? Maybe no belt or a different one?</p> <p>But the gingham is a swoon! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ideas-to-change-up-these-dress#post-2077068 Wed, 13 Nov 2019 06:41:12 +0000 columbine(erin) 2077068@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I have a similar polka dress dress, I change it up sometimes wearing a green bag and shoes, or a bright red jean jacket, etc. I love the gingham dress and think it would be fun with red wedges or sandals. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ideas-to-change-up-these-dress#post-2077064 Wed, 13 Nov 2019 05:47:08 +0000 Anonymous 2077064@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I love the gingham - and see it as a real * you* piece . I’m not such a fan of the polka dot dress - looks a little too ingenue - ish . And yes to sneakers , and a denim or leather jacket with the gingham . </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ideas-to-change-up-these-dress#post-2077055 Wed, 13 Nov 2019 03:47:01 +0000 Carla 2077055@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Another fan of the gingham dress. What a great cut and the perfect length. ❤️ I’m thinking sneakers, a bright coloured shoe (red, pink, orange, cobalt - whatever is your favourite colour.). White sandals - either chunky flat forms or huarache style. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ideas-to-change-up-these-dress#post-2077054 Wed, 13 Nov 2019 03:37:53 +0000 kellygirl 2077054@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Love the gingham!! I can’t believe that’s a 7/10. It’s perfect on you. I’d wear it with a vest or white sneakers. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ideas-to-change-up-these-dress#post-2077050 Wed, 13 Nov 2019 03:14:07 +0000 Angie 2077050@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>What <b>Shevia</b> said.&nbsp;</p> <p>SNEAKERS.&nbsp;</p> <p>The Gingham is KILLER. A 10, unless that is an inaccurate photograph!&nbsp;</p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ideas-to-change-up-these-dress#post-2077048 Wed, 13 Nov 2019 02:29:19 +0000 Sal 2077048@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Thanks all.</p> <p>In terms of bright accessories I have a yellow bag.&nbsp; I have green sandals but they are a bit too dressy/high for everyday.&nbsp; The gold bomber might work - I didn't think of that!</p> <p>I have a few necklaces I could experiment with too.</p> <p>I don't need them especially - the gingham is showing wear so is not saleable, the spot could be.&nbsp; I will give them a go and see what I think again....&nbsp; The gingham was a workhorse for two years, last year was worn a handful of times, I am yet to wear this season but it is early.&nbsp; The polka dot has never been a workhorse - two to three wears a season.&nbsp; It was perfect for the races once, once I wore for family Christmas, and once to a work dinner with clients plus a handful of general work days.</p> <p>Summer dresses can be hard to layer- I agree.&nbsp; I used to wear a little cardigan but I am not as into that look anymore. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ideas-to-change-up-these-dress#post-2077045 Wed, 13 Nov 2019 02:16:27 +0000 Jaime 2077045@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Are you keeping them because you need them? I especially like the gingham but both look like they could be worn with mutiple shoes or boots and accessories. Or just always wear them the same way if you like it best. Or sell/donate if you have other dresses and are just not that into them. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ideas-to-change-up-these-dress#post-2077044 Wed, 13 Nov 2019 02:14:07 +0000 JAileen 2077044@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I think the polka dots should be higher than a 7/10. &nbsp;It really looks great on you! &nbsp;Do you have red or yellow sandals? </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ideas-to-change-up-these-dress#post-2077027 Wed, 13 Nov 2019 00:42:34 +0000 Kathie 2077027@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I think it’s hard to style summer dresses in different ways- fewer options without layering. What about adding a necklace, bold earrings or a chunky bracelet? </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ideas-to-change-up-these-dress#post-2077025 Wed, 13 Nov 2019 00:41:03 +0000 slim cat 2077025@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Agree on accent colors add on - could be as simple as citron bracelet. There are some fun blazers in your collection - would you layer some over ( like satin one over polka dot dress with your heeled sandals )? The other option is a scarf in solid color - maybe pale blue with your blue gingham dress. If you prefer neutral colors - then today blog' post is the best in brining sand color/beige into mix. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ideas-to-change-up-these-dress#post-2077020 Wed, 13 Nov 2019 00:07:25 +0000 Helena 2077020@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I think both your ideas sound good, and what about a bright accent shoe/handbag ... or a wide belt on either piece; that look seems to be back? </p>