https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/opinion-on-flutter-sleeve-dress Style Advice for Fashion Lovers en-US Tue, 14 Apr 2026 22:49:58 +0000 http://bbpress.org/?v=1.0.2 q https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/search.php https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/opinion-on-flutter-sleeve-dress#post-2041838 Thu, 11 Jul 2019 15:57:41 +0000 missvee 2041838@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I think the flutter sleeves look fine, but the hemline gives me pause. I see what Angie means about the shorter lining though. Is there a ruffle too? I can’t tell from the photo. If so, it might give off a negligee vibe.<br /> Ok now I’ve talked myself into recommending Return lol. You can do better. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/opinion-on-flutter-sleeve-dress#post-2041766 Thu, 11 Jul 2019 14:09:08 +0000 Kyle 2041766@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>It looks great on you...I just don’t see you as a ruffle person, if that makes sense. Love the simple silhouettes you usually wear. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/opinion-on-flutter-sleeve-dress#post-2041759 Thu, 11 Jul 2019 13:45:33 +0000 kellygirl 2041759@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Thanks so much for lending me your eyes! I see now that the problem is not the ruffle or the sleeves but the length! I think my problem area is always my upper body--so much so that I can't see past it. I'm going to try the dress with footwear and see if that changes how I feel in the dress. I think the ruffles and the length are what give me pause--making it seem a little sweet for me or maybe a little too young. Thanks again for sharing your opinions. I will report back after another try on.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/opinion-on-flutter-sleeve-dress#post-2041757 Thu, 11 Jul 2019 13:37:57 +0000 RobinF 2041757@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I understand the mixed feelings about ruffles and flutter sleeves, they can be too feminine and girly and not sophisticated enough. That being said, I find myself liking these looks right now, not really sure why. In fact I just ordered a few dresses to try for a wedding and they are kind of fluttery. I do think this looks great on you and you could edge it up with the shoes. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/opinion-on-flutter-sleeve-dress#post-2041750 Thu, 11 Jul 2019 13:15:38 +0000 Christina F. 2041750@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I find flutter sleeves tricky too, for a variety of reasons - call attention to my upper arms (YOU don't have that problem, I assure you), can read as a bit sweet. That said, I like this on you in theory because the black tempers the sweetness a bit, which makes the ruffles more wearable. The top half is great. I agree with Angie about the lining, though. I bet you could find something in a similar vein, if you want to. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/opinion-on-flutter-sleeve-dress#post-2041743 Thu, 11 Jul 2019 13:04:14 +0000 Janet 2041743@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I can see what Lisa and Roxanna are saying. I struggle with anything ruffled for a similar reason. That said, I bought a dress last summer that has ruffle details and a flutter sleeve, and even though it is not an everyday dress for me and I need to be in the right mood to wear it, I sometimes enjoy having something that reads a little flirtier. </p> <p>How do you feel in it? Like it simply shows a slightly different side of your style and personality? Or like it’s not authentic to you? I think that’s the key. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/opinion-on-flutter-sleeve-dress#post-2041737 Thu, 11 Jul 2019 12:55:48 +0000 Angie 2041737@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I like the silhouette! But the shorter lining ruins the lines to my eye. It would also look more "grown-up" a little longer.</p> <p>LOVE the flutters sleeves on your shoulder line.</p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/opinion-on-flutter-sleeve-dress#post-2041641 Thu, 11 Jul 2019 00:37:53 +0000 Sal 2041641@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I am with Roxanna here - it is different to your usual styles that are more modern and casual.&nbsp; But it does look good!!&nbsp; And I like pretty LBD a lot.&nbsp; And we are allowed to look different or change our style from time to time.....</p> <p> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/opinion-on-flutter-sleeve-dress#post-2041631 Thu, 11 Jul 2019 00:25:41 +0000 Roxanna 2041631@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I tend to agree with Lisa...I like this dress but somehow it doesn't seem quite you - it's missing the edge that your dresses with boots outfits of your jeans outfits had. And I agree it feels a little traditional on you. But of course of you love it, keep it.. It definitely looks good, but not what I associate with your usual style... </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/opinion-on-flutter-sleeve-dress#post-2041601 Wed, 10 Jul 2019 22:59:45 +0000 Cardiff girl 2041601@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I think that it’s a great look on you,the sleeves and hem add interest to what would otherwise be a plain dress and the proportions work well. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/opinion-on-flutter-sleeve-dress#post-2041600 Wed, 10 Jul 2019 22:57:25 +0000 Alicewonderland 2041600@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I think you look great in it. The dress itself Is a flattering cut and the flutter is nice and not too much. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/opinion-on-flutter-sleeve-dress#post-2041580 Wed, 10 Jul 2019 21:38:17 +0000 Anonymous 2041580@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I used the word *soften* though and that's not quite right. &nbsp;Make it sexier or more feminine maybe, not softer per se... </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/opinion-on-flutter-sleeve-dress#post-2041579 Wed, 10 Jul 2019 21:30:15 +0000 JAileen 2041579@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I think the dress looks pretty on you. I see what Lisa is talking about, though. I wonder how some modern shoes would look with it. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/opinion-on-flutter-sleeve-dress#post-2041561 Wed, 10 Jul 2019 20:26:16 +0000 rachylou 2041561@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>It’s very nice. Very plain tho... </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/opinion-on-flutter-sleeve-dress#post-2041542 Wed, 10 Jul 2019 19:59:03 +0000 Barbara Diane 2041542@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I like the dress on you. And it sounds like it fills a hole.&nbsp;<br />In these cases when I'm unsure I picture myself going to my closet when I have the occasion to wear the dress. Do I pick it out and happily put it on? Or do I put it back and pick something else? That helps me decide. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/opinion-on-flutter-sleeve-dress#post-2041538 Wed, 10 Jul 2019 19:54:02 +0000 Gigi 2041538@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I think this is very flattering on you. I vote keep! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/opinion-on-flutter-sleeve-dress#post-2041530 Wed, 10 Jul 2019 19:47:30 +0000 Sara L. 2041530@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I like the sleeves on you.&nbsp; I completely understand the need for a not-too-fitted dressy option for the summer.&nbsp; I like all my clothes loose in the summer.&nbsp;&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/opinion-on-flutter-sleeve-dress#post-2041528 Wed, 10 Jul 2019 19:42:00 +0000 Anonymous 2041528@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I'm have mixed thoughts . &nbsp;I don't personally care for the look on most women, &nbsp;as it can read old-lady or to view it more positively: vintage-y. &nbsp;It was definitely associated with that 1920's flapper look...<br />Anyways, it *can* certainly add a feminine aspect to a dress, no argument there, but somehow it doesn't quite strike me as "you". &nbsp;Which means nothing if you like the look, of course &nbsp;The dress itself looks good on you, and softens your shoulder line, but with your fit physique, I'd be tempted to add a softer touch in another way . &nbsp;(like a dramatic low neckline , or a dramatic slit in the skirt). &nbsp;Just thoughts coming out of my bored brain this afternoon while I should be working productively &nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/opinion-on-flutter-sleeve-dress#post-2041515 Wed, 10 Jul 2019 18:59:50 +0000 Carla 2041515@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Kellygirl, like you, I default to sleeveless tops and dresses when the weather turns hot and humid, but, a couple of days ago I happened upon a photo of the Duchess of Cambridge (Catherine) and a collaborator for her garden entry at Chelsea Flower Show. They both were wearing V-neck dresses with flutter sleeves. Now, I'm on the lookout. I think you can definitely carry this look off. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/opinion-on-flutter-sleeve-dress#post-2041507 Wed, 10 Jul 2019 18:29:39 +0000 kellygirl 2041507@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Thank you, Jane, Aquamarine and Joyce! Yes, mostly because it's a departure from my usual default sleeveless style. I just wanted something with sleeves that wasn't tight in the bodice that could be dressy or casual depending on the footwear and topper. I like the sleeves because they collapse and can be worn under anything--I have such an issue getting toppers on over sleeves and my shoulders/arms. It's always so constricting or looks lumpy...&nbsp; I just wasn't sure it looks too ruffly/girly/juvenile.&nbsp; </p> <p>@Smittie: Thanks for chiming in!</p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/opinion-on-flutter-sleeve-dress#post-2041506 Wed, 10 Jul 2019 18:29:33 +0000 smittie 2041506@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Looks great! The flutter sleeve works really well on you. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/opinion-on-flutter-sleeve-dress#post-2041501 Wed, 10 Jul 2019 18:23:18 +0000 Joyce B 2041501@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>It looks very nice on you. The sleeves are nice as well. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/opinion-on-flutter-sleeve-dress#post-2041500 Wed, 10 Jul 2019 18:20:44 +0000 Aquamarine 2041500@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>It looks really pretty. Are you asking because you are an IT? I think you should have no concerns. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/opinion-on-flutter-sleeve-dress#post-2041495 Wed, 10 Jul 2019 18:11:16 +0000 Jane 2041495@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>It looks good to my eye. Good proportions, I like the fluttery sleeves and hem line. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/opinion-on-flutter-sleeve-dress#post-2041492 Wed, 10 Jul 2019 18:00:18 +0000 kellygirl 2041492@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I'd love your opinion on this sleeved dress style. It's different from anything in my closet. The big draw was that it fills a hole in my dressy capsule, is sleeved, not too fitted and will work for warm weather. I guess I'm looking for reassurance since I usually always default to more fitted sleeveless styles. Does it qualify as JFE? Will add photo from my phone in a bit. Thanks for looking! </p>