https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/need-styling-advice-please Style Advice for Fashion Lovers en-US Sat, 09 May 2026 10:07:20 +0000 http://bbpress.org/?v=1.0.2 q https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/search.php https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/need-styling-advice-please#post-920581 Mon, 29 Apr 2013 04:57:52 +0000 Liz A. 920581@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I'm with Suz. I'm worried the shoes read too casual. A little shine goes a long way. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/need-styling-advice-please#post-920480 Mon, 29 Apr 2013 02:29:36 +0000 Suz 920480@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ I think the shoe you are considering could be perfect, if the comfort factor is there. Or almost perfect. My magpie gene wants to see it a bit shinier. But if you pick up some shine elsewhere (the belt, a clutch, your earrings) it might be just right! You will look beautiful.&nbsp; https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/need-styling-advice-please#post-920416 Mon, 29 Apr 2013 01:18:28 +0000 Alison S. 920416@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ Also, thank you&nbsp;lamireille! &nbsp;Honestly, I do like the sash, but I can't tie it correctly for the life of me, and it moves around. &nbsp;I enjoy vintage/retro looks a lot&nbsp;and part of me wants to go all the way with it. &nbsp; https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/need-styling-advice-please#post-920350 Mon, 29 Apr 2013 00:01:24 +0000 Alison S. 920350@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ Hello All!<br />&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;<br />Sorry for not replying sooner! &nbsp;I was wrapped up in taking final exams. &nbsp;Anyhow, thank you all so much for your helpful replies. My husband threw me a curve ball over the weekend, and he purchased a light grey suit from J. Crew and a nice tie that matches my dress perfectly. &nbsp;I was pleased with his choice, because it helps me make a few styling choices. &nbsp;I am so happy to read the all the suggestions for metallics, skinny&nbsp;belt, light grey etc. because this is what I've been leaning toward now. &nbsp;<br /><br />@Thistle, I am OK in heels, but I'm not great. I would like to have a heel somewhat. (We are going to New Orleans for the vow renewal, and I am not sure how easy it is to walk around the French Quarter in heels when you're not very practiced at it lol. So I am a little worried.) &nbsp;<br /><br />&nbsp; One shoe I am considering is:<br /><a rel="nofollow" href="http://shop.nordstrom.com/S/bc-footwear-cool-as-a-cucumber-pump/3434716?origin=category&amp;contextualcategoryid=0&amp;fashionColor=GREY&amp;resultback=964">http://shop.nordstrom.com/S/bc.....ltback=964</a><br />The grey one, not the coral one!&nbsp;The heel isn't very high, but I hope it doesn't make it too overboard with the vintage feel. However, it could be just right.<br /><br />@Gaylene That is a lovely sash, and @Firecracker I love the pendant. &nbsp;It is much like what I was considering before the suit purchase.<br /><br />Again, thanks everyone! &nbsp;All of your suggestions make me feel better about where I am going with this. :)<br /><br />-Alison<br /><br /><br /> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/need-styling-advice-please#post-918814 Fri, 26 Apr 2013 18:14:30 +0000 rachylou 918814@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ Oh, I'm a traditionalist for occasions such as this: dyed satin shoes, in a lighter tone than the dress for interest/contrast.<br /> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/need-styling-advice-please#post-918400 Fri, 26 Apr 2013 07:22:31 +0000 Hil 918400@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ I am thinking a skinny metallic belt? https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/need-styling-advice-please#post-918370 Fri, 26 Apr 2013 05:26:53 +0000 Ingunn 918370@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Exactly what Marley said </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/need-styling-advice-please#post-918368 Fri, 26 Apr 2013 05:22:06 +0000 Marley 918368@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ I'd try a pointy-toed pump in a nude or light gray.&nbsp; A metallic or gray belt.&nbsp; And I wouldn't wear a necklace - maybe just some subtle sparkly post earrings? https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/need-styling-advice-please#post-918362 Fri, 26 Apr 2013 04:53:33 +0000 Firecracker (Sharan) 918362@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ What a gorgeous dress. I love that color. I like the idea of metallic belt. You could go with a metallic shoe (a sling-back style, maybe?) or sandal as well. Or if you wore a long pendant, you could forgo the belt. I could see a layered pendant with a somewhat Victorian look; something along this line:<br /><a href="http://www.bagborroworsteal.com/jewelry/alexis-bittar-cluster-layering-necklace-&amp;-medallion-pendant/25772" rel="nofollow">http://www.bagborroworsteal.co.....n-pendant/</a><br /><br /> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/need-styling-advice-please#post-918331 Fri, 26 Apr 2013 03:55:31 +0000 lamireille 918331@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ What a pretty dress! I love purple and I've never seen a dress like that--the style is so retro but the color makes it modern.<br /><br />Personally I kind of like the sash, but it does make the shoe decision difficult.&nbsp;<br /><br />How about an old-fashioned-looking shoe, maybe one with a Louis heel, in a neutral color since the dress is so striking? I would love an excuse to do some '20s styling, myself, but maybe that's just me.<br /><br />Congratulations on renewing your vows! https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/need-styling-advice-please#post-918319 Fri, 26 Apr 2013 03:41:38 +0000 Gaylene 918319@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ One of my DIL's friends recently used this J Crew sash as an inspiration for a belt on her wedding dress:<br /><a href="http://www.jcrew.com/womens_category/accessories/belts/PRDOVR~71699/71699.jsp" rel="nofollow">http://www.jcrew.com/womens_ca...../71699.jsp</a><br /><br />She wrapped the sash around her waist, cummerbund-style, and used an antique pin to hold the folds in place at the front. <br /><br /><br /> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/need-styling-advice-please#post-918314 Fri, 26 Apr 2013 03:29:57 +0000 Thistle 918314@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Oooh, silver metallic shoes would be fun! </p> <p>Can you wear heels? If so, how high are you comfortable going? What is your budget? I only ask because there is SUCH a range out there, especially for shoes. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/need-styling-advice-please#post-918310 Fri, 26 Apr 2013 03:25:47 +0000 Liz A. 918310@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ Well, this isn't my area of expertise, but I'll comment so your thread gets bumped to the top. &nbsp;I'm thinking metallic shoes and belt could be nice. https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/need-styling-advice-please#post-918137 Fri, 26 Apr 2013 00:40:45 +0000 Alison S. 918137@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ Good Evening,<br /><br />This is my first post, and I am in need of some styling advice. &nbsp;In about three weeks, my husband and I are having a small, intimate vow renewal ceremony and a photo session afterward. &nbsp;The dress I have chosen can be found here:&nbsp;<a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.shabbyapple.com/p-1419-tea-time.aspx">http://www.shabbyapple.com/p-1419-tea-time.aspx</a>&nbsp;The color in the first few pictures are misleading. &nbsp;The actual color of the dress is better represented in the last two photos without the model.&nbsp;<br /><br />I am consider doing with out the belt that comes along with the dress. &nbsp;It is unattached to the dress and tends to move around. &nbsp;So, I am consider adding some type of belt, possibly. &nbsp;Any recommendations on&nbsp;belts, shoe color, hair accessories (I will have an&nbsp;updo of somewhat loose curls,), jewelry color,&nbsp;etc. are welcome!&nbsp;I would be very grateful for any help.<br /><br />Thank You!<br />Alison