https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/keep-or-return-is-this-dress-boring Style Advice for Fashion Lovers en-US Wed, 13 May 2026 22:13:10 +0000 http://bbpress.org/?v=1.0.2 q https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/search.php https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/keep-or-return-is-this-dress-boring/page/2#post-485268 Sat, 10 Dec 2011 17:18:18 +0000 Queen Mum 485268@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>ha- yes Jonesy..layering jackets over 3/4 sleeves is an acrobatic feat, but I make it happen. Usually I can reach up through the jacket sleeve and grab the dress sleeve and pull it down. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/keep-or-return-is-this-dress-boring/page/2#post-485266 Sat, 10 Dec 2011 17:16:34 +0000 Jonesy 485266@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I really like it, and the booties are fab. It looks great on you--not too business-y or anything. One thing I've found about 3/4 sleeves: I have a devil of a time layering jackets over them, so I usually can't do it. You may be more coordinated or determined than I am :), but I just wanted to throw that out there. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/keep-or-return-is-this-dress-boring/page/2#post-485185 Sat, 10 Dec 2011 16:14:28 +0000 Mellllls 485185@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>i think i would prefer the sleeves scrunched and when you look at a still picture they seem a bit off to me but i think in real life when you are moving around they look fine.</p> <p>to me, this dress is an "office dress" but that's because i work in an office 5 (or in some cases 7) days a week. so for me, i wouldn't want a dress like this for casual wear because id feel like i'm working. but if I didn't work in an office, I think i'd wear the dress casually. So I def. think it will work for you. and I think it will be a great canvas for scarves. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/keep-or-return-is-this-dress-boring/page/2#post-485184 Sat, 10 Dec 2011 16:13:41 +0000 kellygirl 485184@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Sounds like it will make a nice addition. You need a good sleeved, solid basic : ) </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/keep-or-return-is-this-dress-boring/page/2#post-485181 Sat, 10 Dec 2011 16:09:36 +0000 Queen Mum 485181@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Melllis... I dont' think the sleeves are loose. The waist and hip area aren't overly snug, but I like it that way. It seems to fit me without being uber form fitting.</p> <p>eta- I think I see what you're seeing in the sleeves. I had scrunched them up and then put them down for the picture so they are a bit wrinkled. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/keep-or-return-is-this-dress-boring/page/2#post-485178 Sat, 10 Dec 2011 16:08:16 +0000 Queen Mum 485178@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>haha- you probably have a better idea of what is in my closet than my husband As far as winter dresses I have your TJ Maxx sweater dress, Laura's New York Jones leaf dress, a taupe short sleeve Loft sweater dress and a sleeveless black sheath dress. I might be forgetting something.... I also have a couple others that are more summery but can also work for winter. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/keep-or-return-is-this-dress-boring/page/2#post-485174 Sat, 10 Dec 2011 16:02:31 +0000 Mellllls 485174@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>love the booties!</p> <p>not sure about the dress, it looks loose in the waist and sleeves to me, is it supposed to be that way? or it could just be the picture? </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/keep-or-return-is-this-dress-boring/page/2#post-485172 Sat, 10 Dec 2011 15:58:29 +0000 kellygirl 485172@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I'm glad it gets to stay. I like this one better than the ElizaJ. I was wondering if you had got the ElizaJ sorted. Now I have a clearer idea of what it in your closet : ) </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/keep-or-return-is-this-dress-boring/page/2#post-485092 Sat, 10 Dec 2011 11:07:31 +0000 Queen Mum 485092@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Thanks for all the encouraging input ladies. I was tossing and turning and not able to sleep and contemplating what to do with this dress, so got up to do some computer sleep therapy.... you all have put at ease my concerns that perhaps this dress is too office-ey. You're right... with scarves, pendants, boots, jackets, etc I think this will be a great basic. And sleeves are not easy to find on a sheath dress.<br /> Una- no, I had returned the Eliza J dress. After the honeymoon week in my closet, I decided it was too pricey for my purposes. This one was a much more reasonable price which was why I decided to give it a try. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/keep-or-return-is-this-dress-boring/page/2#post-485085 Sat, 10 Dec 2011 09:47:54 +0000 Deborah 485085@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Gorgeous classic dress. I think if you don't have anything like this, it would be a great addition to your wardrobe. I also think the fact that is purple (not black) also makes it appealing. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/keep-or-return-is-this-dress-boring/page/2#post-485069 Sat, 10 Dec 2011 08:17:04 +0000 Scarlet 485069@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I think the dress is fantastic! The hip thing would bother me, but since you say you can fix it yourself and the price is good, I say go for it! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/keep-or-return-is-this-dress-boring#post-485068 Sat, 10 Dec 2011 08:10:26 +0000 HeleenH 485068@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I agree with the ladies above: this is a lovely dress. It fits you great and you can showcase any accessory you wish: a bold necklace, a jacket, a scarf, a belt (if it doesn'tclash with the leather detail), special shoes... I think you should go and play with different accessories and take pictures along the way so you can compare the effect of different jackets/necklaces/... and we can enjoy it too </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/keep-or-return-is-this-dress-boring#post-485062 Sat, 10 Dec 2011 07:28:18 +0000 londonkiwi (now back in NZ) 485062@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Definitely not boring, the adjective I would use is "effortless". The perfect effortless peice is so hard to find - and you have done it! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/keep-or-return-is-this-dress-boring#post-485051 Sat, 10 Dec 2011 06:18:20 +0000 Kate 485051@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>QM, I like it a lot. I'd love to have a dress like that. You can do so much with it, but I also love it just as you styled it in the photos. It's a keeper for sure. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/keep-or-return-is-this-dress-boring#post-484991 Sat, 10 Dec 2011 03:17:10 +0000 JennyAnne 484991@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Beautiful dress! There's nothing wrong with a great-fitting basic. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/keep-or-return-is-this-dress-boring#post-484990 Sat, 10 Dec 2011 03:15:18 +0000 greenglove 484990@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I love the dress, it is not in the least bit boring. With your cool hair and the booties, a long pendant, necklace or great scarf would be all you need to have a stunning outfit. It is very Jackie O and the color is a statement. If it was taupe it might be too church lady, (No Offense- I go to church.<br /> I love that neckline, it is very chic.) </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/keep-or-return-is-this-dress-boring#post-484984 Sat, 10 Dec 2011 03:03:06 +0000 velvetychocolate 484984@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Not boring at all - and if I could find something like this, I'd buy it in a heartbeat. It can be dressed way up, and it can also be a more casual dress. The colour is amazing on you, and for this reason alone - you should definitely keep it. It's not "too old" or "too boring" or any of these things. It's a beautiful colour and shape, it fits you well and you look *great* in it. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/keep-or-return-is-this-dress-boring#post-484974 Sat, 10 Dec 2011 02:38:31 +0000 Midwest Girl 484974@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I love booties and the dress. It is basic, but it fits you really well and I bet you can accessorize the heck out of it. Definitely a keeper. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/keep-or-return-is-this-dress-boring#post-484968 Sat, 10 Dec 2011 02:24:12 +0000 Aida 484968@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I wasn't 100% sold at first... until I read that it's purple I think you could have fun jazzing it up, and the color adds a bit of extra kick as well. Also, love the booties (and the tights for that matter!). </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/keep-or-return-is-this-dress-boring#post-484962 Sat, 10 Dec 2011 02:11:55 +0000 lynn 484962@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I think this would be a great basic to have because it is NOT sleeveless. And not black! I could have used it just last night to a casual function. KEEP! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/keep-or-return-is-this-dress-boring#post-484921 Sat, 10 Dec 2011 00:37:03 +0000 lpr200 484921@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>If you have enough basics, return it. Otherwise it's a great dress. Still, you have to love it and if you don't, then return it. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/keep-or-return-is-this-dress-boring#post-484916 Sat, 10 Dec 2011 00:31:36 +0000 Jjsloane 484916@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Love the color and fit on you. Endless styling possibilities. Necklaces, scarfs, jackets, belts, sweaters, boots oh my. Keep please. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/keep-or-return-is-this-dress-boring#post-484907 Sat, 10 Dec 2011 00:23:01 +0000 Angie 484907@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>KILLER frock and booties. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/keep-or-return-is-this-dress-boring#post-484904 Sat, 10 Dec 2011 00:21:25 +0000 Transcona Shannon 484904@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I really like this dress - the colour is beautiful on you and it's a piece that can look different every time you wear it, depending on how you style it - different accessories (scarves, necklaces, toppers, tights, boots) will change the look of this dress. i think it has great potential.</p> <p>And the booties are gorgeous! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/keep-or-return-is-this-dress-boring#post-484884 Fri, 09 Dec 2011 23:54:29 +0000 Amy 484884@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>It looks like an excellent basic. I'd wear a dress like that all the time...with fab scarves, necklaces...and those oh-so-awesome booties! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/keep-or-return-is-this-dress-boring#post-484880 Fri, 09 Dec 2011 23:50:42 +0000 catgirl 484880@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>It is a nice basic, and since I struggle with basics, I'd need to see how YOU would style it. On its own it looks a little staid for you, but the fit and color are lovely. Does it fill a need? Did you keep the Eliza J. eggplant dress? </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/keep-or-return-is-this-dress-boring#post-484879 Fri, 09 Dec 2011 23:49:48 +0000 Beth 484879@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Thanks Kim! It's been a stressful fall. Good to be back:) </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/keep-or-return-is-this-dress-boring#post-484875 Fri, 09 Dec 2011 23:42:47 +0000 modgrl 484875@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I'm with Kelly, it's a great base for anything you might want to throw on. I would love to be able to find a great basic like this one. The fit is super don't you think? Booties rock too!! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/keep-or-return-is-this-dress-boring#post-484865 Fri, 09 Dec 2011 23:34:29 +0000 kellygirl 484865@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I love it as a blank canvas. It seems like one of those dresses that you could wear any day and accessorize with necklace or scarf, change up with boots, cropped jacket, blazer, etc. I wish I had more of these kind of basic dresses. Is that what you are looking for? Love the booties! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/keep-or-return-is-this-dress-boring#post-484859 Fri, 09 Dec 2011 23:16:14 +0000 Mo 484859@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>mmmmm, I just don't know. I understand fully the idea behind basic pieces but have trouble myself with them so I think I"m too biased to give a helpful opinion. </p>