https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/outfitlab---a-very-difficult-dress Style Advice for Fashion Lovers en-US Sun, 19 Apr 2026 02:21:35 +0000 http://bbpress.org/?v=1.0.2 q https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/search.php https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/outfitlab---a-very-difficult-dress/page/2#post-2010355 Wed, 06 Mar 2019 21:43:34 +0000 Katerina 2010355@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Thank you very much Jules. I have flared pants, both white and black. I will try that too. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/outfitlab---a-very-difficult-dress/page/2#post-2010244 Wed, 06 Mar 2019 14:19:12 +0000 Jules 2010244@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Interesting contrast of opinions - I personally love it with the red coat and in #11. Reigning it in with the fitted black coat does help give structure but it’s not my favourite look overall - it’s fighting the dress a bit - ‘making it work’ for sure but not showcasing the dress. I think you have such a wonderful wardrobe there is no reason to force a piece to work against its will (design).<br /> I like the slim pants suggestion, but do you have any flared pants? In black or maybe even white? I think that could also be interesting. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/outfitlab---a-very-difficult-dress/page/2#post-2010236 Wed, 06 Mar 2019 13:45:01 +0000 Katerina 2010236@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Lisa P., thank you for looking and the feedback. Boots with high heels is a good idea to balance the volume.&nbsp;</p> <p>Sheila, thank you very much. Layering under sounds great, I will definitely try that.</p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/outfitlab---a-very-difficult-dress/page/2#post-2010201 Wed, 06 Mar 2019 05:35:03 +0000 Sheila 2010201@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I love #11 because it really gives this beautiful dress the freedom and space it deserves. You have the right height and shape to wear this. The violet color is so lovely, I vote for layering under (maybe even with a lace Tshirt or bodysuit???). Can’t wait to see what else you come up with, you are so creative. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/outfitlab---a-very-difficult-dress/page/2#post-2010194 Wed, 06 Mar 2019 04:52:19 +0000 Anonymous 2010194@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>It's a pretty cool piece, but I couldn't help but think it looks too big on you. &nbsp;The sleeve length is what caught my eye. &nbsp;That said, I think all of your styling is great, creative, and interesting , and aside from the volume, any of your versions are fun. &nbsp;It strikes me as a little outside your norm, which may be what is stopping you from wearing it more often. &nbsp;Try a slimmer pant - as has already been suggested? &nbsp;With a boot with a heel? </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/outfitlab---a-very-difficult-dress/page/2#post-2010079 Tue, 05 Mar 2019 18:33:40 +0000 Katerina 2010079@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Sisi, Adriana, April, Bijou, Lyn67, thank you very much for looking and for the ideas. Your help is much appreciated.</p> <p>Suntiger, thank you. It is such a good idea to use mesh like with your blue top. I have not thought of that.</p> <p>Firecracker, thank you for coming back. I have not thought of layering under the dress. A good idea! I am thinking a very thin black top, it could give an interesting effect on the cut outs, kind of like patches.</p> <p>FashIntern, thanks for popping by. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/outfitlab---a-very-difficult-dress/page/2#post-2010073 Tue, 05 Mar 2019 18:02:55 +0000 Stagiaire Fash 2010073@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Ohh, I like Firecracker's suggestion of layering under it! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/outfitlab---a-very-difficult-dress/page/2#post-2010071 Tue, 05 Mar 2019 17:47:42 +0000 Firecracker (Sharan) 2010071@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p> <div>Ah, I see (about the scarf in the last outfit). On second look, I'm thinking it is fine! Have you tried layering under the dress to counter the cold-shoulder? (like with a very close-fitting tee)</div><div><br /></div></p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/outfitlab---a-very-difficult-dress/page/2#post-2010062 Tue, 05 Mar 2019 16:54:31 +0000 Anonymous 2010062@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I like it most with the fitted black jacket and in combo with the red. Long sleeves + cold shoulders just seems seasonally confused though (ymmv). You could fill them in with mesh like I did with my blue top! Sewing it closed would alter the arm fit a lot I'd think. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/outfitlab---a-very-difficult-dress#post-2010041 Tue, 05 Mar 2019 13:56:18 +0000 lyn67 2010041@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Love nr 1- that is really great in regards proportions, silhouette, color combo, and feels the most current for me.&nbsp; Not keen on others for various (very personal) reasons (which can not apply to everybody) but if&nbsp; the dress has a button down front, could&nbsp; perhaps be worn open over a column of whites, for ex? <br />And WHY styling only for the colds, and&nbsp; NOT wearing it bare legs for Spring? Think will look great sans any scarf/pashmina, too- maybe&nbsp; with the&nbsp; sleeves turned up to elbows, 1-2 buttons undone on the neck, for showing some skin-and some tan or contrast color(whites included) flat slides?&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/outfitlab---a-very-difficult-dress#post-2010028 Tue, 05 Mar 2019 12:34:06 +0000 April 2010028@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Whenever I go, "Why did I buy this?" the answer often has something to do with a great sale price.&nbsp; :)</p> <p>I love the ways you've presented this dress, with the exception of pairing the stunning violet color with an orange-y red.&nbsp; I just can't appreciate that mix - completely personal.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p> <p> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/outfitlab---a-very-difficult-dress#post-2010024 Tue, 05 Mar 2019 12:19:21 +0000 Bijou 2010024@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>These all look great, but I am particularly loving the dress when paired with your white shoes, #11 is my favourite. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/outfitlab---a-very-difficult-dress#post-2010007 Tue, 05 Mar 2019 10:22:54 +0000 Adriana 2010007@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>If those shoulders drive you mad, try if they can be closed. But before that wear it like it is with nude stockings and short booties like in one of the outfit formulas. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/outfitlab---a-very-difficult-dress#post-2010001 Tue, 05 Mar 2019 09:25:03 +0000 Sisi 2010001@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>My favourite is nr. 11 because&nbsp;I see the dress worn as a light overcoat. I agree that this dress is difficult - I also have difficulties with voluminous things and yet sometimes I buy them .....&nbsp; You could consider to&nbsp;take it to a tailor and make a brand new dress out of it, or just keep it and continue experimenting!&nbsp;</p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/outfitlab---a-very-difficult-dress#post-2009999 Tue, 05 Mar 2019 08:03:29 +0000 Katerina 2009999@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Jessicams, thank you. I bought the dress as a summer dress to wear with bare legs and the cold shoulders showing. It is the cold shoulders that bother me now, they are with draw strings and never stay in one place. Otherwise the dress is good, I think I could handle the volume. I am thinking about having the cutouts closed by a tailor, it could be worth it.</p> <p>What do you think? </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/outfitlab---a-very-difficult-dress#post-2009997 Tue, 05 Mar 2019 07:59:46 +0000 Katerina 2009997@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Alicewonderland, thank you for the advise. Emily Strange in an awesome way - I like it The first outfit feels comfortable for me to wear. </p> <p>Shevia, thank you for looking and for the idea. I will try the white shoes with the first one as well, why not?</p> <p>Joy, thank you very much. My regular black semi patent Chelsea boots or cognac boots work with theses outfits too. Good point, It is cold and raining here this week, they will be handy.</p> <p>Bonnie, thank you and thanks for the idea! I can try with red sneakers and bag. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/outfitlab---a-very-difficult-dress#post-2009987 Tue, 05 Mar 2019 05:47:12 +0000 Jessikams 2009987@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I love the first combo. And it seems you do have accessories to match the color. Would you consider wearing it with bare legs and with the cold shoulders showing? It might be a nice summer option. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/outfitlab---a-very-difficult-dress#post-2009951 Tue, 05 Mar 2019 01:03:01 +0000 Bonnie 2009951@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>My favorite is the first outfit. Maybe add a pop of red to it. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/outfitlab---a-very-difficult-dress#post-2009950 Tue, 05 Mar 2019 01:02:07 +0000 Bonnie 2009950@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>double post</p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/outfitlab---a-very-difficult-dress#post-2009944 Tue, 05 Mar 2019 00:55:19 +0000 Anonymous 2009944@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Katerina, get busy and wear the dress for cold spring. I like all your stylings but 4-7 is my favorite. How does the dress look with boots in case you need them? </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/outfitlab---a-very-difficult-dress#post-2009939 Tue, 05 Mar 2019 00:51:40 +0000 Jaime 2009939@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Love 1 and 2 - your jewelry rivals your scarves! but want to switch to the white shoes because I love them in 8-11. I like these two versions best because you did not try to tame the volume but embraced it. Gorgeous as usual! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/outfitlab---a-very-difficult-dress#post-2009934 Tue, 05 Mar 2019 00:27:38 +0000 Alicewonderland 2009934@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I think 1-2 works well. It’s my favorite. It really emphasizes the crisp collar and cuffs in contrast to the flowy hem. And it’s a bit Emily Strange with your hair in an awesome way. The necklace is stunning with it. Love. And the red lipstck.<br /> 4-5 is my least favorite. It’s a bit bunch.<br /> 8-9 looking stunning, love the red with lavender<br /> 10-11. Is nice, my 3rd favorite. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/outfitlab---a-very-difficult-dress#post-2009921 Mon, 04 Mar 2019 23:06:13 +0000 Katerina 2009921@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Rachylou and LaPed, thank you for looking and for the advice. More love for the red coat combo, how fun. It was a total experiment, I am so glad you like it. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/outfitlab---a-very-difficult-dress#post-2009918 Mon, 04 Mar 2019 22:36:32 +0000 LaPed 2009918@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>It looks SO good with the red topper and white shoes! The shoes and the little black bag are both so angular and geometric that the drape and movement of the dress is a welcome addition. My second fav is 4/5; again, I think the squareness of the bag helps offset the boho aspect of the dress. And I love that you have purple sunglasses to match the dress! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/outfitlab---a-very-difficult-dress#post-2009916 Mon, 04 Mar 2019 22:19:43 +0000 rachylou 2009916@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>The colour is amazing! I love the way you’ve styled it, esp with the red coat and waterfall necklace. I think the ‘extra’ fabric is a bit of a different look for you, but it’s great! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/outfitlab---a-very-difficult-dress#post-2009915 Mon, 04 Mar 2019 22:19:07 +0000 Katerina 2009915@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Angie, thank you very much. What a kind compliment. Fun you like the last two outfits, they are those I have been the least sure of. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/outfitlab---a-very-difficult-dress#post-2009913 Mon, 04 Mar 2019 22:13:22 +0000 Katerina 2009913@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Firecracker, thank you very much for the analysis and advice. Personally, 1-3 felt the best when I was trying these. I will play with different scarves. I used the large one in the last outfit to cover the cold shoulder cutouts - I liked the idea of them when I bought the dress a couple of years ago and now they drive me crazy. Maybe a taylor could close them somehow and shorten the sleeves a bit... </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/outfitlab---a-very-difficult-dress#post-2009912 Mon, 04 Mar 2019 22:10:15 +0000 Angie 2009912@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Everything works in a fashion forward 2019 way, <b>Katerina. </b>You have excellent styling skills.&nbsp;</p> <p>My faves are #8 and #11.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/outfitlab---a-very-difficult-dress#post-2009908 Mon, 04 Mar 2019 21:58:34 +0000 Firecracker (Sharan) 2009908@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p><div>I like the first and last looks best. On the last one, I would remove the scarf, or go with a small scarf tied right up at the neck as in 9. To me, the big flowing scarf look is a little distracting from the lovely lines of the dress. And I would scrunch or roll up the sleeves to show some arm and add a little structure. I feel this dress needs to say free-floating; I'm less fond of layering over it with a more fitted piece. <br /></div><div>I love the proportion in 1 &amp; 2, too, and the funky platforms and unstructured bag play up the artful design elements. <br /></div><div>Another option would be an even shorter top layer similar to what you are wearing in look 1, if you had one. But really, I do like what you've done here. <br /></div><div>The color looks beautiful on you, and it's a luxurious dress, so it does work with your style. It's just a lot less structured than what I've seen you wear, so I can see how it is a challenge to style. It can be a beautiful and fun wild card in your wardrobe!<br /></div> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/outfitlab---a-very-difficult-dress#post-2009907 Mon, 04 Mar 2019 21:56:46 +0000 Katerina 2009907@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Mainelady, 4-7 with a slim leg black pants sounds like a good plan. Thank you for the styling tips. </p>