https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/keep-or-return-boden-dress Style Advice for Fashion Lovers en-US Sat, 09 May 2026 21:16:03 +0000 http://bbpress.org/?v=1.0.2 q https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/search.php https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/keep-or-return-boden-dress#post-1882681 Thu, 25 Jan 2018 17:47:58 +0000 RobinF 1882681@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Very cute, love the pattern. I can't do fit-and-flare but this looks really nice on you. Agree that a shorter topper would be good with the style. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/keep-or-return-boden-dress#post-1882671 Thu, 25 Jan 2018 17:27:58 +0000 Angie 1882671@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Happy to hear it sweet, <b>Columbine.</b> You are lovely.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/keep-or-return-boden-dress#post-1882663 Thu, 25 Jan 2018 17:12:11 +0000 Christina F. 1882663@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I tried this dress and while I loved it in theory, it didn't do anything for me. It's great on&nbsp; you, though - definitely has found its wearer! The fit &amp; flare is definitely something that's flattering on you. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/keep-or-return-boden-dress#post-1882662 Thu, 25 Jan 2018 17:05:20 +0000 columbine(erin) 1882662@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Bijou, thanks for the ideas. I don’t own a trench, but that’s on my long term list. </p> <p>Gigi, thanks for the topper idea. I do find that I can’t wear the same toppers with dresses and pants; toppers for dresses just need to be shorter and that’s probably why I’m not feeling great in hip length cardigans. </p> <p>Ginger, it’s so true! Dresses look awful if the waist doesn’t hit you in the right spot. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/keep-or-return-boden-dress#post-1882615 Thu, 25 Jan 2018 14:09:34 +0000 Bijou 1882615@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>If you don't have a shorter jacket, have you tried it with a coat? I find a classic trench usually looks great with dresses. This dress looks lovely on you and fits beautifully. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/keep-or-return-boden-dress#post-1882544 Thu, 25 Jan 2018 06:38:19 +0000 Gigi 1882544@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I really like this on you! I vote to keep.</p> <p>I echo the others who have suggested a shorter topper. In general, I find that shorter toppers work well with dresses. I'm attaching a find for a topper that has worked very well for me in the past. It comes in a variety of colors. Not sure if it meets your weather needs... </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/keep-or-return-boden-dress#post-1882524 Thu, 25 Jan 2018 04:46:20 +0000 Ginger 1882524@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Aww, thank you, columbine. I'm fortunate to have a short waist for my height, so most "average" waists hit me in the right place. But I've tried things with too long or too short waists, and it's really pretty terrible. I am so glad that Boden has its petite line for you! And if their sizing is consistent, maybe you'll be able to to try other pieces that also fit you properly. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/keep-or-return-boden-dress#post-1882521 Thu, 25 Jan 2018 04:40:50 +0000 Jaime 1882521@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Very pretty and definite keeper! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/keep-or-return-boden-dress#post-1882520 Thu, 25 Jan 2018 04:39:11 +0000 Anonymous 1882520@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>A keeper with gorgeous fit and length. I like red with it. Maybe your jacket can be shortened </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/keep-or-return-boden-dress#post-1882514 Thu, 25 Jan 2018 03:34:50 +0000 columbine(erin) 1882514@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Viva, JAileen, Ummlila, thank you all. I don’t usually find this style figure flattering, on myself, but this dress is and I’m keeping it, thanks to the encouragement here. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/keep-or-return-boden-dress#post-1882469 Thu, 25 Jan 2018 00:58:38 +0000 JAileen 1882469@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>You have a great figure and the dress shows it off beautifully. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/keep-or-return-boden-dress#post-1882465 Thu, 25 Jan 2018 00:53:36 +0000 UmmLila (Lisa) 1882465@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>You should definitely keep it. I prefer it without this jacket. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/keep-or-return-boden-dress#post-1882448 Thu, 25 Jan 2018 00:19:50 +0000 viva 1882448@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I really like it! You have a beautiful waist, especially in this dress, so I'd also vote for no jacket or a short one. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/keep-or-return-boden-dress#post-1882445 Thu, 25 Jan 2018 00:12:57 +0000 columbine(erin) 1882445@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Thanks Katerina, I like the jacket with the dress because it picks up the red in the dress, but I see that the proportions didn’t work out. </p> <p>Angie, thanks for the killer! Your comments on Finds are so valuable and why I tried this dress. </p> <p>Suz, thank you! I’ll have to experiment with my long coat and see how that looks. A shorter waist defining jacket is going on my shopping list. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/keep-or-return-boden-dress#post-1882417 Wed, 24 Jan 2018 22:31:33 +0000 Suz 1882417@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I love the dress on you -- it's gorgeous! Fit and style are lovely. I agree it needs a shorter jacket or preferably a coat.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/keep-or-return-boden-dress#post-1882414 Wed, 24 Jan 2018 22:28:25 +0000 Angie 1882414@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>LOVE the dress. KILLER. Gorgeous fit and length.&nbsp;</p> <p>Needs a shorter jacket.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/keep-or-return-boden-dress#post-1882404 Wed, 24 Jan 2018 22:15:06 +0000 Katerina 1882404@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>What a lovely dress! It fits you perfectly. I like the red jacket&nbsp;with the dress, but a short fitted one would be nice too.</p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/keep-or-return-boden-dress#post-1882400 Wed, 24 Jan 2018 22:07:40 +0000 columbine(erin) 1882400@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Thanks Karen. </p> <p>Ginger, I’ve admired the silhouette on you but avoided it for myself for a long time. This dress hits at my narrowest point so that helps with flattering fit. Yay for Boden having petite lengths in dresses, and dresses with sleeves. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/keep-or-return-boden-dress#post-1882383 Wed, 24 Jan 2018 21:35:19 +0000 Ginger 1882383@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>That looks really good! This fit and flare design certain suits you very well. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/keep-or-return-boden-dress#post-1882382 Wed, 24 Jan 2018 21:35:15 +0000 karen13 1882382@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Pretty and fits you beautifully. I echo the request for a shorter topper, or something with a more defined waist - this one covers the great fit and silhouette. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/keep-or-return-boden-dress#post-1882379 Wed, 24 Jan 2018 21:30:52 +0000 columbine(erin) 1882379@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Thanks Smittie! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/keep-or-return-boden-dress#post-1882377 Wed, 24 Jan 2018 21:28:50 +0000 Elizabeth P 1882377@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Keep! It looks wonderful on you. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/keep-or-return-boden-dress#post-1882373 Wed, 24 Jan 2018 21:22:30 +0000 Anonymous 1882373@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Gorgeous dress on you!<br /> It fits so well. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/keep-or-return-boden-dress#post-1882369 Wed, 24 Jan 2018 21:06:18 +0000 columbine(erin) 1882369@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Thanks La Pedestrienne, I’ll have to look for a shorter topper as I don’t currently own one except a really classic cardigan. </p> <p>Jussie, I’m normally afraid of fit and flare too. That’s my only hesitation. I like the length, the sleeves, the pattern, etc., and I do have occasions in mind for it. It feels nice on. </p> <p>Aurore, thanks, and sounds like I should find a different shorter topper. In the meantime I can go the other way and wear a long wool coat I have. </p> <p>Lisa P, thanks. It is such a warm dress I’d very likely not wear a topper with it except to get in the car. </p> <p>If anyone has a particular topper in mind, I’d love suggestions. One of my other goals this year to update jackets/cardigans. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/keep-or-return-boden-dress#post-1882364 Wed, 24 Jan 2018 20:51:43 +0000 Anonymous 1882364@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Very pretty, and fits you well. I agree that a different jacket might be in order. &nbsp;Something fitted, shorter, or even none at all. &nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/keep-or-return-boden-dress#post-1882362 Wed, 24 Jan 2018 20:45:24 +0000 Aurore 1882362@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I think it is flattering and is beautiful on you! I also agree with <b>La Pedestrienne</b> about trying it with a shorter topper. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/keep-or-return-boden-dress#post-1882361 Wed, 24 Jan 2018 20:45:07 +0000 jussie 1882361@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I have looked at this Boden dress and considered it too, however the fit and flare waist doesn’t usually suit me.<br /> I really like it on you, it showcases your figure beautifully. It also goes very nicely with those gold shoes. The sleeve length is nice too. The print is great, and lining is a massive bonus.<br /> But more importantly- do YOU like it? How do you feel when you put it on? Does it work with the look you’re going for? </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/keep-or-return-boden-dress#post-1882360 Wed, 24 Jan 2018 20:42:55 +0000 LaPed 1882360@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Dress looks great! Maybe try it with a shorter topper too?&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/keep-or-return-boden-dress#post-1882359 Wed, 24 Jan 2018 20:40:58 +0000 columbine(erin) 1882359@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>P.S. gotta run, but I’ll come back with the Find later. This one is a different pattern than the Find. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/keep-or-return-boden-dress#post-1882357 Wed, 24 Jan 2018 20:39:51 +0000 columbine(erin) 1882357@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>One of my goals this year is to find a new dress or two. This one is in Angie’s recommendations. It’s lined and weighty material, so probably will wear it with tights and boots in cold weather. Hubby likes it, so probably a keeper. </p>