https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/jfe-summer-dresses Style Advice for Fashion Lovers en-US Thu, 09 Apr 2026 15:14:15 +0000 http://bbpress.org/?v=1.0.2 q https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/search.php https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/jfe-summer-dresses#post-1468401 Sat, 04 Apr 2015 22:32:55 +0000 jackiec 1468401@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I am laughing at the term comfort-goggles. I totally get that. Late to the party but I see you are returning them. Good choice. They seem a bit overwhelming on you. You'll find something great. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/jfe-summer-dresses#post-1468345 Sat, 04 Apr 2015 20:55:18 +0000 DonnaF 1468345@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I get you on short, casual dresses being *too* short, but sometimes regular sized dresses can be a decent length on us shorties, at least I'm hoping so. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/jfe-summer-dresses#post-1467860 Fri, 03 Apr 2015 22:06:01 +0000 Dimity 1467860@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I agree with Angie, that the second one is nice. I think it would look better a few inches shorter, and Firecracker's idea is a good one if you would be inclined to spend the time to hem it. I don't think every dress, especially casual summer ones, has to be fitted and figure hugging. Loose and cool can be wonderful! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/jfe-summer-dresses#post-1467651 Fri, 03 Apr 2015 15:23:16 +0000 sarah 1467651@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Un and Aida nailed it. I've decided to go off of that style of sleeve myself, because it never quite works for me. I think that you look fantastic in dresses that hit just at or above the knee. I know you're after a midi length, but I know that I've heard Angie say that for us shorter gals at or above knee length can work best. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/jfe-summer-dresses#post-1467644 Fri, 03 Apr 2015 15:03:59 +0000 lyn67 1467644@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Nr. 2 is looking great for JFE. Nr 1 is a bit too mumsy, too high&nbsp;of a&nbsp;neckline to that maxi look!</p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/jfe-summer-dresses#post-1467642 Fri, 03 Apr 2015 14:58:32 +0000 kellygirl 1467642@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Thanks for setting me straight, Fabbers! I am happily returning both of these and will continue looking.&nbsp;<br />@Firecracker: Thanks for the hemming idea. It would probably make a big difference.&nbsp;Not sure I'd ever get around to it though.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/jfe-summer-dresses#post-1467632 Fri, 03 Apr 2015 14:43:53 +0000 Anonymous 1467632@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I will not be drinking this morning but I completely agree with every word of Lisap's post </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/jfe-summer-dresses#post-1467621 Fri, 03 Apr 2015 14:11:59 +0000 Angie 1467621@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I prefer the second frock too - the drawstring belt adds a little structure. I do find the sleeves a little snug. But not bad at all (unless they are uncomfy).&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/jfe-summer-dresses#post-1467612 Fri, 03 Apr 2015 13:53:26 +0000 Minnie 1467612@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>They do look comfortable.<br />I think the dresses need to be either shorter, or if you like the length, the waist should be defined. Long and loose seems to be&nbsp;too much for your frame. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/jfe-summer-dresses#post-1467610 Fri, 03 Apr 2015 13:39:31 +0000 Sara L. 1467610@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p><i></i>I understand the allure of comfort, but I think they would look&nbsp;better if they were shorter.&nbsp; I like loose dresses in the summer but they need to show some skin so you don't look swamped. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/jfe-summer-dresses#post-1467497 Fri, 03 Apr 2015 03:24:13 +0000 Tanya 1467497@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I think you can do much better, they swamp you!&nbsp; I like midi lengths with some high-low hem, it gives a bit of a structure.&nbsp; &nbsp; I have attached such a striped midi from Gap last summer as an example.</p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/jfe-summer-dresses#post-1467493 Fri, 03 Apr 2015 03:17:10 +0000 annabelle 1467493@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Kelly, this isn't midi length (though you could scootch it up!) but it feels like PJs! And you can wear it with a loose cotton or linen t for ultimate comfort, as I do pretty frequently. Yet with great sandals or boots, it's ready to leave home and look pretty boss. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/jfe-summer-dresses#post-1467424 Fri, 03 Apr 2015 00:43:08 +0000 Firecracker (Sharan) 1467424@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Kelly, what happens if you pin up each one about 3 inches? They would still be midi-length, right? I think the length is throwing off the look on both of these. The looseness might be fine if they were a bit shorter.&nbsp; It might be instructive, even if you don't want to go to the trouble of hemming these. Would you wear platform sandals with them? That might make the midi length more wearable, too. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/jfe-summer-dresses#post-1467365 Thu, 02 Apr 2015 23:01:11 +0000 elpgal 1467365@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>The second one shortened to knee level would make a nice dress for hot days. I don't like the shape of the first one for you. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/jfe-summer-dresses#post-1467353 Thu, 02 Apr 2015 22:46:59 +0000 Aida 1467353@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Kelly I know for a fact that you're able to scout some amazing casual dresses (I swear I need to hire you to find me some), and unfortunately I'm with the others that these aren't it. I see what you're going for though, and if it helps here's what I see that's off: <ul> <li>Length. These are tooooo long, straight up.</li> <li>Drawstring. I like them, but I think you'll want to have the top blouson a bit around it. These, even if you pulled it up to your waist and tightened, would have too much poof.</li> <li>Sleeve shape. As Una said, not really the best sleeve shape for us. It can work sometimes. Both of these dresses would probably look instantly better sleeveless.</li> </ul> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/jfe-summer-dresses#post-1467343 Thu, 02 Apr 2015 22:37:22 +0000 AM 1467343@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I'm agreeing with all of the above. Continue hunting.</p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/jfe-summer-dresses#post-1467339 Thu, 02 Apr 2015 22:35:07 +0000 catgirl 1467339@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>What Janet said. I also don't see this as the best cut for our shoulders - I have such a hard time finding dresses with short sleeves for this reason. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/jfe-summer-dresses#post-1467320 Thu, 02 Apr 2015 22:21:05 +0000 kellygirl 1467320@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Thanks, Kirstjen, Janet, Carter, and Tex! I see where this is headed I've been looking for midi-length so it's been tough sledding. Everything these days is so short. I like the straight cut--but I do see that these look like a lot of dress on me!&nbsp; </p> <p>@lisap: Lol! Thanks!&nbsp;</p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/jfe-summer-dresses#post-1467319 Thu, 02 Apr 2015 22:19:58 +0000 Anonymous 1467319@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>ok - I have to say this: &nbsp;you are way too cute , attractive, and fit to hide yourself in these dresses</p> <p>they both look too big, too long, and too shapeless; i cannot let you wear these &nbsp;</p> <p>I need a glass of wine. &nbsp;It's been a long week . </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/jfe-summer-dresses#post-1467309 Thu, 02 Apr 2015 22:09:00 +0000 texstyle 1467309@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I tried that second one too kellygirl but felt it was also a little overwhelming - and I feel the same on you about both. Especially the stripes. But it was really comfortable. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/jfe-summer-dresses#post-1467308 Thu, 02 Apr 2015 22:08:12 +0000 carter 1467308@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>They do look comfy, but I have to agree that you get a bit lost in them. I vote keep looking! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/jfe-summer-dresses#post-1467305 Thu, 02 Apr 2015 22:04:24 +0000 Janet 1467305@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Hmmm. I feel like they both swamp you. They're both quite long and look a bit big overall. The stripes are sort of eye-searing but I am on my iPhone so maybe they look better IRL. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/jfe-summer-dresses#post-1467303 Thu, 02 Apr 2015 22:03:41 +0000 Kirstjen 1467303@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I feel like both of the dresses are too long, and they might be more flattering if they hit at the knee. &nbsp;The looseness, combined with the length, makes them less flattering than they could be. &nbsp;If you want that length, you could look for something a bit more body-skimming (not so baggy). </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/jfe-summer-dresses#post-1467300 Thu, 02 Apr 2015 22:01:44 +0000 kellygirl 1467300@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Thanks, Staysfit! The first dress comes in a couple of solid colors. I may have to order a solid&nbsp;if the overall style gets a thumbs up.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/jfe-summer-dresses#post-1467294 Thu, 02 Apr 2015 21:57:20 +0000 Staysfit 1467294@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I like the second dress much better than the first, but I think it's the pattern. I think the stripes are overwhelming on the first dress and that's what I see instead of you. I would like to see it in a solid color. Does it come in the blue of the stripe? That's a nice color for you. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/jfe-summer-dresses#post-1467289 Thu, 02 Apr 2015 21:53:41 +0000 kellygirl 1467289@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I've been looking for a few easy summer dresses and thought these might fit the bill. Do you think they are JFE or should I return. Both are Gap in PM. I like them but am wondering if I've got my "comfort goggles" on. Thanks in advance! (The stripe one comes in a solid if the stripes seem like they are too much? ) </p>