https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/khaki-lafayette-148-dresstoo-neutral-or-just-right Style Advice for Fashion Lovers en-US Sat, 04 Apr 2026 22:58:12 +0000 http://bbpress.org/?v=1.0.2 q https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/search.php https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/khaki-lafayette-148-dresstoo-neutral-or-just-right#post-955748 Fri, 14 Jun 2013 15:38:14 +0000 nancylee 955748@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Thanks, Claire (you are also too sweet!). &nbsp;I knew you'd like this one since we're both on Team Neutral! &nbsp;Like you, I've searched for years for a good safari-style dress but have struck out until now. &nbsp;I'm really happy with this find.</p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/khaki-lafayette-148-dresstoo-neutral-or-just-right#post-955744 Fri, 14 Jun 2013 15:36:13 +0000 Anonymous 955744@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Oh yes, it looks WAY better on you than the model. It looks like the sort of thing you can just throw on and go when you don't have time to decide what to wear. It will look like a completely different dress each time depending on what you put with it. I've tried a few "safari dresses" with that in mind, but I can never find one that fits right. Enjoy it!&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/khaki-lafayette-148-dresstoo-neutral-or-just-right#post-955720 Fri, 14 Jun 2013 15:13:50 +0000 nancylee 955720@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Thanks, everyone! &nbsp;As soon as I put it on it felt right. &nbsp;It really is MUCH more flattering IRL than in these photos, and the color isn't your usual khaki/beige.<br />This will be a timeless keeper, methinks.</p> <p>Pil, you're too sweet. &nbsp;:)</p> <p>Suz, I <i>love</i> your styling suggestions. &nbsp;I think I might try coral, turquoise,&nbsp;or cognac/dark brown accents.&nbsp;</p> <p>Deborah, coral/orange are my versions of red. &nbsp;Thanks for the tip! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/khaki-lafayette-148-dresstoo-neutral-or-just-right#post-955711 Fri, 14 Jun 2013 15:02:44 +0000 Karie 955711@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>There are loads of possibilities for styling this wardrobe workhorse. KEEP! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/khaki-lafayette-148-dresstoo-neutral-or-just-right#post-955644 Fri, 14 Jun 2013 13:54:45 +0000 Transcona Shannon 955644@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I think this is the perfect summer dress Nancy and can be changed up so much with different jewelry, sandals, handbags - fabulous! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/khaki-lafayette-148-dresstoo-neutral-or-just-right#post-955637 Fri, 14 Jun 2013 13:37:50 +0000 Anonymous 955637@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I think this is a perfect foundational dress that you can change up with accessories. The colour looks nice on you! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/khaki-lafayette-148-dresstoo-neutral-or-just-right#post-955636 Fri, 14 Jun 2013 13:36:15 +0000 Liz A. 955636@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>You have the perfect coloring for this dress.&nbsp; Wear with abandon! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/khaki-lafayette-148-dresstoo-neutral-or-just-right#post-955535 Fri, 14 Jun 2013 09:26:36 +0000 Hil 955535@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>It is a fabulous base with so many options! What a great find! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/khaki-lafayette-148-dresstoo-neutral-or-just-right#post-955533 Fri, 14 Jun 2013 09:24:00 +0000 Deborah 955533@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I think this is lovely! It's SO neutral that there are endless possibilities for styling. I think a touch of red would look great also. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/khaki-lafayette-148-dresstoo-neutral-or-just-right#post-955529 Fri, 14 Jun 2013 09:19:35 +0000 rute 955529@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Love! I don't find it boring! I would say that is the perfect dress for you to play with accessories! Love! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/khaki-lafayette-148-dresstoo-neutral-or-just-right#post-955392 Fri, 14 Jun 2013 02:30:43 +0000 Jaime 955392@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I think the shape looks very sophisticated on you and if anything concerns me is the color - the photo on my monitor is just not clear enough to get a good sense of it. But if the color is good, keep! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/khaki-lafayette-148-dresstoo-neutral-or-just-right#post-955381 Fri, 14 Jun 2013 02:17:35 +0000 Suz 955381@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>This will be a workhorse. I might try it with bright accessories. Cobalt or turquoise or coral sandals, cuff -- something like that. Or go super natural with cognac or dark tan or black.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/khaki-lafayette-148-dresstoo-neutral-or-just-right#post-955377 Fri, 14 Jun 2013 02:14:39 +0000 pil 955377@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I love this on you, Nancylee. It looks better on you than the model. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/khaki-lafayette-148-dresstoo-neutral-or-just-right#post-955361 Fri, 14 Jun 2013 02:01:23 +0000 nancylee 955361@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Donna, you are too sweet...and&nbsp;never fear! &nbsp;It's 97% cotton/3% poly so I think I'll be ok. &nbsp;And I promise I'll accessorize it to make it more interesting. &nbsp;</p> <p>I just showed it to Mr. NL and he approves. &nbsp;"It does look better in real life than in the photos...less baggy," he says. &nbsp;:) </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/khaki-lafayette-148-dresstoo-neutral-or-just-right#post-955334 Fri, 14 Jun 2013 01:35:20 +0000 DonnaF 955334@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>POLYURETHANE?&nbsp; Does that make it hot and a lot less breathable?&nbsp; You certainly look MUCH better in that dress than the Nordstrom model.&nbsp; They should replace her with a picture of you!&nbsp; But then, they would have sold out on the dress and you wouldn't have been able to buy it at a discount.&nbsp; </p> <p>You can wear that color and it flatters you, so keep it!&nbsp; But I'm thinking of Angie's color - pattern - texture - shine formula, so I'm craving a little drama here in terms of accessories or shoes.&nbsp; Would that make this too hot? </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/khaki-lafayette-148-dresstoo-neutral-or-just-right#post-955330 Fri, 14 Jun 2013 01:30:43 +0000 Firecracker (Sharan) 955330@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Love it! The zipper and high neck are fresh details, as are the pockets. I vote keep. I like the color on you; it complements your skin and hair tones so nicely.<br />You could try belting it for a different look (on cooler days). I imagine it will be a workhorse with different accessory options. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/khaki-lafayette-148-dresstoo-neutral-or-just-right#post-955313 Fri, 14 Jun 2013 01:22:36 +0000 nancylee 955313@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Thanks, all. &nbsp;It actually looks better IRL than in photos. &nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/khaki-lafayette-148-dresstoo-neutral-or-just-right#post-955218 Thu, 13 Jun 2013 23:03:53 +0000 Archer 955218@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Keep, keep. I think you will find it a great workhorse. Look forward to seeing what you do. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/khaki-lafayette-148-dresstoo-neutral-or-just-right#post-955215 Thu, 13 Jun 2013 22:46:28 +0000 Gaylene 955215@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I love dresses like this one because they are both practical and chic. As Mochi says, it is a "blank canvas" on which you can put your personal stamp. IMO, these kinds of dresses are much harder to find than the show stoppers, so I'd give it serious consideration. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/khaki-lafayette-148-dresstoo-neutral-or-just-right#post-955212 Thu, 13 Jun 2013 22:35:01 +0000 Mochi 955212@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I agree with missvee--this is a "blank canvas" dress, meaning it's got huge potential for taking on accessories to create loads of interesting looks. I really like it.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/khaki-lafayette-148-dresstoo-neutral-or-just-right#post-955148 Thu, 13 Jun 2013 21:02:33 +0000 nancylee 955148@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Thanks, Thistle. &nbsp;And I have to add that it's not a terrible khaki color (the dreaded soul-sucking beige) but a lighter-than-usual&nbsp;khaki that is a good warm color for me. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/khaki-lafayette-148-dresstoo-neutral-or-just-right#post-955145 Thu, 13 Jun 2013 21:00:52 +0000 Thistle 955145@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Fab!!&nbsp; I think this is keeper. Great for hot summers. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/khaki-lafayette-148-dresstoo-neutral-or-just-right#post-955140 Thu, 13 Jun 2013 20:57:17 +0000 nancylee 955140@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I love "crumply Eurochic," missvee. &nbsp;And I can definitely dress it up with accessories.</p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/khaki-lafayette-148-dresstoo-neutral-or-just-right#post-955139 Thu, 13 Jun 2013 20:55:27 +0000 missvee 955139@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Sorry I just went to the link - it's cotton and poly and washable. I'd say Keep! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/khaki-lafayette-148-dresstoo-neutral-or-just-right#post-955137 Thu, 13 Jun 2013 20:54:20 +0000 missvee 955137@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>What's the fabric and is it washable? I love it on you for an easy summer look. You could easily change it up with your accessories. White shoes or bag would be great.<br /> Confession - I just bought something very similar in a natural linen and I love the crumply Eurochic look of it on suburban moi :-). </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/khaki-lafayette-148-dresstoo-neutral-or-just-right#post-955133 Thu, 13 Jun 2013 20:49:08 +0000 Adelfa 955133@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I love it on you. Great purchase! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/khaki-lafayette-148-dresstoo-neutral-or-just-right#post-955131 Thu, 13 Jun 2013 20:47:29 +0000 nancylee 955131@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I am always on the hunt for hot weather dresses that are comfortable and easy to move in, so I'm giving this&nbsp;Lafayette148 dress a try. &nbsp;I had eyed it earlier in the season, but it was too pricey. &nbsp;It just dropped to 50% off so I &nbsp; pulled the trigger.</p> <p><b>Pros</b>: &nbsp;1)&nbsp;It's super comfortable (no waistband!), great quality, and a perfect fit. &nbsp;2) It's sort of a cross between a sheath and sack dress, so it will be cool and comfy when temps hit 90+ degrees. &nbsp;3) It has pockets! &nbsp;4) It&nbsp;appeals to my instinct to buy better quality items. &nbsp;I feel very&nbsp;<i>femme d'un certain&nbsp;age </i>in this simple classic dress. &nbsp;</p> <p><b>Cons</b>: 1) Because of its waist-surrendering sack shape, it isn't the most figure-flattering dress. &nbsp;2) &nbsp;I'm&nbsp;worried it's a little boring and maybe<i> too</i> neutral (even though I love neutrals!).</p> <p>Here's the link at Nordstrom:&nbsp;</p> <p><a rel="nofollow" href="http://shop.nordstrom.com/S/lafayette-148-new-york-weekender-cloth-zip-front-dress/3452816?origin=category-personalizedsort&amp;contextualcategoryid=0&amp;fashionColor=&amp;resultback=1082&amp;cm_sp=personalizedsort-_-browseresults-_-1_4_A">http://shop.nordstrom.com/S/la.....?origin=ca</a></p> <p>Thoughts? &nbsp;Thanks! &nbsp;:) </p>