https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/opinions-sought Style Advice for Fashion Lovers en-US Fri, 10 Apr 2026 11:27:34 +0000 http://bbpress.org/?v=1.0.2 q https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/search.php https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/opinions-sought/page/2#post-1179805 Thu, 27 Feb 2014 16:34:56 +0000 Diana 1179805@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I prefer the first one.&nbsp; There is nothing wrong with the second one either, I just think the shape and style of the first is more interesting, whereas the second one looks more conventional to me. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/opinions-sought/page/2#post-1179803 Thu, 27 Feb 2014 16:31:56 +0000 Jenava 1179803@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>If option 2 were tapered at the hem I'd prefer that one, however it looks like there isn't much implied structure to create that nice balance; it might just look like a terrible sack.</p> <p>However, #1 has those fitted sleeves, so I'll bet it would work nicely. &nbsp;Plus it's shorter, showing more leg, which also adds structure. &nbsp;It's hard to say how #2 will fit, so if you have to order only one to try, I'd put my money on #1... </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/opinions-sought#post-1179696 Thu, 27 Feb 2014 14:45:20 +0000 sarah 1179696@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I think they both look very Deborah. Give them a try. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/opinions-sought#post-1179694 Thu, 27 Feb 2014 14:40:51 +0000 Sarah A 1179694@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>No good advice here, but taking lessons on selecting. I find I wear my jersey items much more personally. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/opinions-sought#post-1179676 Thu, 27 Feb 2014 14:25:06 +0000 Transcona Shannon 1179676@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>These are both beautiful dresses Deb and definitely work with your style. I think the first dress is a bit more versatile - it's a little less dressy so will work for casual wear and I think because it looks a bit shorter, will layer better with leggings, slim pants, etc. And the batwing sleeves on the second dress could overwhelm your shorter frame. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/opinions-sought#post-1179670 Thu, 27 Feb 2014 14:19:58 +0000 Suz 1179670@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I like both in theory -- but until you try them, you won't know. The risks of the first one are that the neckline and overall shape will not flatter. Also, either could be wrong in length.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/opinions-sought#post-1179618 Thu, 27 Feb 2014 13:35:39 +0000 gryffin 1179618@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Deborah - I really like both.&nbsp; My mom is a busty apple and she had a badwing black dress and it looked divine on her. It all depends on the fabric and fit.&nbsp; I also love that kind of v neck because you can usually also wear them back to front.&nbsp; But you can't tell without trying them on.&nbsp; But big thumbs up on the concept from me!! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/opinions-sought#post-1179611 Thu, 27 Feb 2014 13:28:16 +0000 Anonymous 1179611@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Ooh, I like both, but I have a minor preference for the shape of #2 There's no harm in trying both? </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/opinions-sought#post-1179609 Thu, 27 Feb 2014 13:26:03 +0000 Kimberley 1179609@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I like them both, but&nbsp;IMHO the second one&nbsp;screams "Deborah" </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/opinions-sought#post-1179597 Thu, 27 Feb 2014 12:55:51 +0000 lyn67 1179597@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Great ideea! Love them both! First for that soubtle hi/lo, second for the flatering&nbsp;deep Vneck. Can you try them both, Deb? </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/opinions-sought#post-1179532 Thu, 27 Feb 2014 10:00:38 +0000 Deborah 1179532@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Ok so #2 is a crepe and #1 a jersey. So I think #2 is out of the running. I have a lovely crepe dress that I do enjoy but I love the feel and give of jersey. Still thinking. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/opinions-sought#post-1179525 Thu, 27 Feb 2014 09:26:47 +0000 EveningMood 1179525@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I second those who say order and try both. I couldn't choose, both look amazing!&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/opinions-sought#post-1179519 Thu, 27 Feb 2014 08:53:08 +0000 Debra 1179519@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Hmmmmm, I really like both :)<br /> #1 has a great casual look and #2 a tad dressier, I think you need to try them both on </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/opinions-sought#post-1179517 Thu, 27 Feb 2014 08:30:18 +0000 Sharon 1179517@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>This is a great option. I prefer #2. I think the first one will just hang straight off the widest part of your bust and that, combined with the higher neck will be much less flattering than the V neck and the waist-shaping effects of the batwing pointing in to the torso of the second one. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/opinions-sought#post-1179499 Thu, 27 Feb 2014 07:29:10 +0000 Deborah 1179499@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>This is why I come to you guys! Will do a check on the dress length, and good pint about the V. More work to do;) </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/opinions-sought#post-1179495 Thu, 27 Feb 2014 07:26:13 +0000 Gigi 1179495@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I like them both. My only concern with the second one is that since you are on the shorter side, do you think the V-neck will be cut too deep on you? </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/opinions-sought#post-1179484 Thu, 27 Feb 2014 07:03:55 +0000 CocoLion 1179484@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Both worth a try. &nbsp;When I look at these, the first thing I think of is, how will the length work for a petite frame. &nbsp;I am always making that mental picture, but especially when looking at tops and dresses. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/opinions-sought#post-1179482 Thu, 27 Feb 2014 06:59:49 +0000 Deborah 1179482@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Maybe I should order both Lyn. Returns aren't free but they are not expensive. Knowing me I will like both!! However the first one has more of the oversized vibe about it, which is what I'm looking for. Might sleep on it:) </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/opinions-sought#post-1179474 Thu, 27 Feb 2014 06:43:36 +0000 Lyn D. 1179474@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I like both too, with a slight lean to #2- can you try both? </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/opinions-sought#post-1179467 Thu, 27 Feb 2014 06:29:13 +0000 Lantana 1179467@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I prefer the second dress and I think the deep V would cancel out any attempts at bustifying by the sleeves. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/opinions-sought#post-1179463 Thu, 27 Feb 2014 06:17:45 +0000 Kiwibird 1179463@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I like both of them Deborah - they're both gorgeous and both would&nbsp;fit your style. I can understand&nbsp;your hesitation&nbsp;with the batwing sleeve - I've been in a similar situation with a Country Road top but was pleasantly surprised when I tried it on (and bought it). &nbsp;So it could be worth a try,&nbsp;just to&nbsp;see how it drapes on you. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/opinions-sought#post-1179452 Thu, 27 Feb 2014 05:41:22 +0000 Deborah 1179452@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Thanks, I like both!&nbsp; My only hesitation with the second one is the slight batwing sleeve.&nbsp; It can add a little to my already full bust and hips. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/opinions-sought#post-1179451 Thu, 27 Feb 2014 05:41:21 +0000 SarahTheWhite 1179451@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>In my opinion, it looks like it fits in perfectly with your style - it is both simple and interesting and seems to hit the perfect note of not too dressy and easily styled in a variety of ways. As much as I personally love the second comparison dress, it looks dressier than the first one, as well as sort of "sweet" and lady-like (back to the dreaded controversial term). To me, the first one reads funkier and more casual and the second dressed up and more conservative. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/opinions-sought#post-1179449 Thu, 27 Feb 2014 05:38:25 +0000 Adelfa 1179449@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>The second is great but I'm already in love with the first one:-) </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/opinions-sought#post-1179447 Thu, 27 Feb 2014 05:36:03 +0000 Marmee 1179447@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>The second looks even more like you! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/opinions-sought#post-1179442 Thu, 27 Feb 2014 05:28:34 +0000 Beth Ann 1179442@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>If it's easy to obtain and return (shipping policies are good), I'd say go for it.&nbsp; Items like this look very different on everyone.&nbsp; I also have to feel the fabric in my hand, since it makes such a difference in a garment like this. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/opinions-sought#post-1179435 Thu, 27 Feb 2014 05:20:57 +0000 Marmee 1179435@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>This looks like you. &nbsp;Can you try it on? </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/opinions-sought#post-1179434 Thu, 27 Feb 2014 05:17:15 +0000 Jaime 1179434@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Looks good but impossible to say how it hangs etc. without trying so you should! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/opinions-sought#post-1179430 Thu, 27 Feb 2014 05:15:24 +0000 Jeanie 1179430@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Very nice. &nbsp;It reminds me a bit of the All Saints dresses some other YLF's have posted. &nbsp;It looks worth a try. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/opinions-sought#post-1179421 Thu, 27 Feb 2014 04:57:26 +0000 Adelfa 1179421@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I think it's perfect for you. I love the neckline and the sleeve length. The hem height would work well for the uses you describe. </p>