https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/keep-this-dress-4 Style Advice for Fashion Lovers en-US Fri, 17 Apr 2026 05:31:18 +0000 http://bbpress.org/?v=1.0.2 q https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/search.php https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/keep-this-dress-4/page/2#post-2114702 Fri, 17 Apr 2020 17:16:50 +0000 Zaeobi 2114702@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Haha <b> @suntiger </b> HK has definitely been a knock to my body confidence compared to living in Brazil, that's for sure But HK fashion is good if you have a petite, rectangular body type &amp; like to surrender your waist. </p> <p><b> @Anne </b> That's good to know - I'm just always a little uncertain how honest I should be with my opinion on these forums, since text doesn't always accurately convey tone But yes, I suppose the stakes are low enough to warrant some experimenting - you could try it on with items you wouldn't usually wear with such a dress? And if you don't like it, you can still always put it in a holding area to donate at a later date - I know I'm always excited to find clothing with some seam allowance left over whenever I go to charity shops! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/keep-this-dress-4/page/2#post-2114391 Thu, 16 Apr 2020 12:46:35 +0000 anne 2114391@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Zaeobi, I am not offended in the slightest. I really had no opinion on this dress and no attachment to it. But I am also super critical and an under buyer - I never manage to get everything on my shopping list for a season. And I am not shopping at all right now and can't donate either, so seemed a good moment to try it out. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/keep-this-dress-4/page/2#post-2114272 Wed, 15 Apr 2020 22:54:54 +0000 Anonymous 2114272@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Looks great and very versatile to me-and I'd be happy to trade my side and back views with you!<br /> *note to self never ever shop in Hong Kong* </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/keep-this-dress-4/page/2#post-2114240 Wed, 15 Apr 2020 19:56:16 +0000 Suz 2114240@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I really like it on you! I don't see why you couldn't style it to wear any which way! Sneakers or sandals for casual? </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/keep-this-dress-4/page/2#post-2114220 Wed, 15 Apr 2020 17:06:04 +0000 RD 2114220@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I like the dress in itself and the alterations seem to make it work better for you, however if it does not make you happy, maybe move on ? </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/keep-this-dress-4/page/2#post-2114214 Wed, 15 Apr 2020 16:11:09 +0000 Zaeobi 2114214@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>You did a great job with the tailoring - fitted but not tight. Haha I am an XL-XXL here in Hong Kong, so I understand the sizing issue - you can just cut the tag out completely, if it bothers you </p> <p>I think part of why you may be hesitating is that, whilst it's a nice dress, I'm not sure if it's a 'wow' dress for you. Please don't take that as an insult - your alterations have certainly made the dress nicer, but the print seems a little plain to my eye. It's difficult to explain but the mass expanse of white with a non-overlapping floral pattern reads as 'safe' to me - a dress like this would do well in a conservative environment like a day wedding, baby shower or church but, since you're talking about wearing it casually or camping, you may want to consider whether this would be appropriate for you. </p> <p>Of course I may be completely wrong once you style it up &amp; feel like it fits well into your existing wardrobe &amp; lifestyle (in which case feel free to ignore all of this ) but I'm wondering whether that level of dressing up would be feasible or realistic in the long run (since you mentioned wanting to keep it simple for summer, you'll need to see if a bag &amp; shoes alone are enough for you). If you start to feel that you need jewellery &amp; a belt or scarf etc to make it work, you may need to reassess how natural of a fit the dress is into your preexisting life. </p> <p>(Again, I hope I didn't offend! I was just getting the vibe that you're still a little on the fence about the dress, &amp; so was just thinking aloud as to why that might be). </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/keep-this-dress-4/page/2#post-2114149 Wed, 15 Apr 2020 11:08:51 +0000 Star (Lise) 2114149@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>My personal preference would be a slightly shorter hem line.&nbsp; O/wise looks good. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/keep-this-dress-4/page/2#post-2114137 Wed, 15 Apr 2020 09:23:52 +0000 anne 2114137@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Ah, China! I was a large in Japan in the 90's (when I was a little lighter than I am now) so I was using that as a gauge (as in, maybe I'd be an XL there, but perhaps not a 3XL) . Good to have that info! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/keep-this-dress-4/page/2#post-2114135 Wed, 15 Apr 2020 09:19:53 +0000 Bijou 2114135@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Anne, my guess is the dress is from China. When I visited Beijing I went to a dress shop and the lady serving me gently ran her hands down my body and declared 2XL. I was shocked because normally I am S in Australian sizes. Anyway XL was the right size for me, my travel companion was very kind and suggested it was because I am so tall. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/keep-this-dress-4/page/2#post-2114132 Wed, 15 Apr 2020 08:55:08 +0000 anne 2114132@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I started typing this about 5 hours ago, just sending now.</p> <p>Zaeobi - our summers are very hot but not generally humid. This would be too hot for the hottest days - then I need more openness around the neck and, like you, natural fabrics. But it might be ok for slightly cooler days - like up to around 32.&nbsp; I've also wondered if it might fit a gap in my wardrobe for a camping dress - all my other summer dresses are too crushable. Although not sure if white is suitable! Otherwise I"d probably just wear it around the house or maybe casual outings out. I don't have that many casual summer dresses that an extra isn't welcome.</p> <p>Thanks all for the alterations praise - it was very easy as the fabic was easy to sew and&nbsp; this dress has no zip - so I just took the side seams and the back seams in. I'm used to having to do this owing to my swayback, small bust and low slung hips so was no big deal, even with just a handful of bad quality pins!&nbsp; I don't know what country the dress comes from (The giver hasn't been in Australian all that long) but it's a size 3XL which I think would be too large for me on any scale, though perhaps it has shrunk.</p> <p>Bijou - I do wear florals sometimes...</p> <p>So, would love to hear more opinions on the hemming question </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/keep-this-dress-4/page/2#post-2114104 Wed, 15 Apr 2020 03:15:26 +0000 Bijou 2114104@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>You have done a great job, it looks great. However, if you don’t feel good in it, I would pass it on. Sometimes even flattering items just are not right for us, I know that for me, the print of this dress would make me a bit hesitant too as I am not really a floral print person. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/keep-this-dress-4/page/2#post-2113978 Tue, 14 Apr 2020 20:50:35 +0000 Anonymous 2113978@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I was afraid you would take it in too much but the alterations look great. You could wear this dress dressed up or more casually. The knit should travel well </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/keep-this-dress-4/page/2#post-2113975 Tue, 14 Apr 2020 20:45:42 +0000 Becky 2113975@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Wow! I'm impressed with your skill in the alterations. I think it looks great on you. I second those who voted to see it styled with shoes, bag, etc. as you would IRL. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/keep-this-dress-4/page/2#post-2113960 Tue, 14 Apr 2020 19:26:56 +0000 Angie 2113960@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I like it! Good alterations.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/keep-this-dress-4#post-2113933 Tue, 14 Apr 2020 16:58:28 +0000 Helena 2113933@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Amazing job on the alterations! It looks great. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/keep-this-dress-4#post-2113926 Tue, 14 Apr 2020 16:01:02 +0000 JAileen 2113926@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>The before looked good, but the after fits beautifully. &nbsp;Good job! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/keep-this-dress-4#post-2113899 Tue, 14 Apr 2020 14:05:28 +0000 Janet 2113899@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I think it looks very nice with your alterations. Wear and enjoy! And your side and back views have absolutely nothing wrong with them — just as nice as your front view. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/keep-this-dress-4#post-2113860 Tue, 14 Apr 2020 10:07:27 +0000 Column 2113860@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>BEAUTIFUL alterations! Looks fab from all sides! Why give up something so flattering and versitile (and free?} Wear it casually in place of shorts to market or even around the house on weekends. I can see it paired with flat gladiator sandals. I actually like the length for versitile movement but there is room for hemming. Great fallback outfit when you don't know what to wear on the daily. Love Joy’s suggestion of jean jacket in cooler weather! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/keep-this-dress-4#post-2113852 Tue, 14 Apr 2020 07:17:59 +0000 Gigi 2113852@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I think it looks much better taken in. I think all views--front, side, and back--look great!</p> <p>As far as the dress itself, I will admit that I don't have strong feelings for it one way or the other. I have seen you in more interesting items. If you don't love it, I would pass it on. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/keep-this-dress-4#post-2113817 Tue, 14 Apr 2020 02:35:57 +0000 Zaeobi 2113817@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Ah <b> @anne </b> accessories don't have to be jewellery or anything extra - I suppose I meant styled how you would expect to be wearing it outside (with shoes &amp; a bag, possibly a sunhat etc).</p> <p>Hong Kong's summer humidity is regularly 85%+, so I live in natural &amp; breathable fabrics then - you may wish to think about whether you can tolerate a polyester material in your summer. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/keep-this-dress-4#post-2113815 Tue, 14 Apr 2020 02:34:00 +0000 Echo 2113815@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>If you're not comfortable with the fit or fabric, then you shouldn't keep it, but it LOOKS great on you. It is very flattering, and such a beautiful print. It really does look fab on you! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/keep-this-dress-4#post-2113809 Tue, 14 Apr 2020 01:49:22 +0000 anne 2113809@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Thanks Rachy. </p> <p>Also, thought I'd let you all know that the fabric is a polyester knit. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/keep-this-dress-4#post-2113785 Mon, 13 Apr 2020 23:39:37 +0000 rachylou 2113785@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>This dress looks so good on you. I think you need to learn to love it, Mwahaha! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/keep-this-dress-4#post-2113779 Mon, 13 Apr 2020 23:27:50 +0000 anne 2113779@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I have posted Pics of the altered dress up the top.<br /> Zaeobi, I probably would not really wear much in the way of accessories. We have long hot summers here, and I would just wear it by itself.<br /> I think I may take your advice re hemming though. DD14 also thinks I should shorten it. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/keep-this-dress-4#post-2113501 Sun, 12 Apr 2020 16:25:27 +0000 Zaeobi 2113501@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I'd try pairing the dress with a few accessories before you commit to any alterations - often when we have doubts about new pieces, it's because we're having difficulty visualising how they'll fit into our preexisting wardrobe. </p> <p>Also, how do you feel about taking the hem up a smidge? That's a side effect of you cinching in the waist in that photo, so it may help. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/keep-this-dress-4#post-2113473 Sun, 12 Apr 2020 13:43:42 +0000 anne 2113473@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Looks like opinion is divided between taking in or leaving as is. DH is on the side of taking in and since he can see it in real life I am going to give it a go. Our very hot Easter temperatures are over and I seem to have energy to contemplate activity again. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/keep-this-dress-4#post-2113462 Sun, 12 Apr 2020 12:11:40 +0000 Staysfit 2113462@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I really like the print and color, I hope you can take it in and wear it! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/keep-this-dress-4#post-2113460 Sun, 12 Apr 2020 11:16:12 +0000 Star (Lise) 2113460@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I also think the current fit is just fine as is. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/keep-this-dress-4#post-2113459 Sun, 12 Apr 2020 11:15:28 +0000 Star (Lise) 2113459@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Very nice classic, I would just take in a bit on the side seams from under the armhole to bottom hem.&nbsp; I have done it with a few dresses due to weight loss and it works. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/keep-this-dress-4#post-2113438 Sun, 12 Apr 2020 04:13:49 +0000 Jenni NZ 2113438@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I think it’s really pretty and looks good loose-fitting. I remember a dress I had like that in maybe mid-late 90s, a bit loose but oh so comfy. I wore it so many times I eventually tired of it. Just used to throw it on. </p>