https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/reiss-dress Style Advice for Fashion Lovers en-US Mon, 20 Apr 2026 21:09:01 +0000 http://bbpress.org/?v=1.0.2 q https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/search.php https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/reiss-dress#post-1996130 Sat, 26 Jan 2019 09:45:26 +0000 Stagiaire Fash 1996130@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Does joining shopbop let you go on US sites that aren't available from this side of the pond due to privacy laws? </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/reiss-dress#post-1996129 Sat, 26 Jan 2019 09:41:42 +0000 Jane 1996129@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p><b>Angie,</b> I am made for shopping in the US! So few brands that I know do petite in the UK. Those are really super suggestions, thank you.</p> <p>Thank you <b>KKards</b> and <b>Fashintern</b>. Thank you <b>CardiffGirl</b>, absolutely, got to share the dress shopping!</p> <p>Thank you <b>Karen13</b>, thats a super dress!</p> <p>It is an odd design to my eye <b>Bijou</b>. The leopard print dress is super. I am thinking I need to do ShopBop to be able to buy the US brands. I am going to look into the import taxes and returns.&nbsp;</p> <p><b>ChristinaF,</b> I would be fiddling all day long and a crumpled mess only a short time after leaving the house.&nbsp;</p> <p><b>Roberta,</b> yes, I do agree, smaller all round would have been great.&nbsp;</p> <p><b>Avdan,</b> Angie does indeed rock!</p> <p>Thank you <b>Isabel</b>, yes, 'meh' is right.&nbsp;</p> <p>Thank you <b>Elizabeth</b>, I think it more than hesitation, but good idea and I will keep in mind next time I am hesitating. </p> <p>Thank you <b>Janet</b>. Ahh, okay, that's interesting - not necessarily height related!</p> <p>Thank you <b>Cobaltblue</b>. Yes, I like midis.</p> <p><b>Isabel </b>the draping is pretty, and feminine, kind of almost 1940's ish. </p> <p>Thank you <b>Unfrumped</b>.&nbsp;</p> <p> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/reiss-dress#post-1996112 Sat, 26 Jan 2019 05:17:41 +0000 unfrumped 1996112@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I agree to pass. It had great potential with some nice drape, but just not quite right. The gaps would also annoy me. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/reiss-dress#post-1996078 Fri, 25 Jan 2019 23:51:42 +0000 Anonymous 1996078@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Agreeing that petite proportions would probably suit you better because the torso looks too long from the back. At first glance, though, having not seen the back, etc., I thought it was a lovely choice for you. I like this combination of draping and structure and think it's very flattering.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/reiss-dress#post-1996076 Fri, 25 Jan 2019 23:35:55 +0000 Janet 1996076@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Ah, such a shame since it looks like a promising style. I have the “too long in the top” problem ALL THE TIME and it kills most dresses for me because I’m 5’7” so definitely not petite. This one does look too long on you all around, and the back is just weird. Good luck finding another one in a similar style — it seems like this vibe is trending now so hopefully something great will turn up! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/reiss-dress#post-1995988 Fri, 25 Jan 2019 18:50:35 +0000 cobaltblue 1995988@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>To Fashintern, it’s not that I think the overall dress length is too long; I was referring to the fit on the torso. Jane could definitely wear the right midi! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/reiss-dress#post-1995981 Fri, 25 Jan 2019 18:31:37 +0000 Elizabeth P 1995981@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Although... I think the bottom back gap could easily be sewn shut.&nbsp; It looks like it follows the zipper line.&nbsp; If that was your only hesitation, I'd ask someone who sews. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/reiss-dress#post-1995973 Fri, 25 Jan 2019 18:10:47 +0000 Isabel 1995973@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>It's a lovely dress...but the fact that you are kinda "meh" on it, leads me to say, let it go.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/reiss-dress#post-1995936 Fri, 25 Jan 2019 15:41:34 +0000 Avdan 1995936@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Too bad about the gaps, because I think the cut and length is beautiful on you.</p> <p>Angie rocks! This really was a good suggestion!</p> <p>Hope you find something similar without the gaps. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/reiss-dress#post-1995927 Fri, 25 Jan 2019 15:22:26 +0000 Roberta 1995927@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I'm sorry the dress doesn't work - such a great print! I thought the neck keyhole was too long as well. To my eye, a petite version would have been smashing.</p> <p>BUT - I loooved Angie's inspirations! So fun to have them pop up in the middle of a post like that. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/reiss-dress#post-1995926 Fri, 25 Jan 2019 15:13:10 +0000 Christina F. 1995926@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Yes, sadly, it doesn't seem like this dress, with the weird back, would be good for a work environment. I assume that's what you'd want it for, mostly. You'd be fussing with it and self conscious. Lovely from the front, though! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/reiss-dress#post-1995923 Fri, 25 Jan 2019 14:54:24 +0000 Cardiff girl 1995923@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Oooo dress shopping,how exciting!I agree that the body is toolong for you.Never mind There will be others and you ve got time to look (and show us obviously!) </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/reiss-dress#post-1995879 Fri, 25 Jan 2019 10:28:41 +0000 Bijou 1995879@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>It looks good from the front, but with a back like that, there is no way I would buy it - it does not make sense to have an open back on a dress like this. In addition, the fabric looks like it would crush easily and after a long day in the office, you don't want to feel all rumpled. You can definitely find better dresses than this.</p> <p>I love the Shopbop Leopard Print dress that Angie has suggested - a great style and print. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/reiss-dress#post-1995864 Fri, 25 Jan 2019 08:01:19 +0000 Stagiaire Fash 1995864@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I disagree with those who said it's too long. I like long skirts and think the fit is perfect. You wear pencil skirts so well.&nbsp; But I don't think you should get it. Even if you don't take your jacket off, the knowledge that you couldn't, combined with the loop in front, would make you feel self-conscious and distracted in it all day long, when you want to focus on work. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/reiss-dress#post-1995790 Thu, 24 Jan 2019 23:08:07 +0000 karen13 1995790@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Check out petites! I am 5'2" and almost always have to get petite tops, dresses and jackets - anything that has a defined waist or fitted upper body. Armscye fit and sleeve length are also a frequent problem. But I am a 'tweener in pants lengths - petites are often too short to wear with a 1.25" heel. So you kind of have to try a lot of different things. And there will always be the exception that proves the rule - this dress was not a petite and I almost didn't try it on. Ended up loving it! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/reiss-dress#post-1995778 Thu, 24 Jan 2019 22:36:59 +0000 kkards 1995778@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>As you’ve said next.... </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/reiss-dress#post-1995751 Thu, 24 Jan 2019 21:05:37 +0000 Angie 1995751@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p><b>Jane,</b> there are many brands in the US that make petite sizes. Usually, 5ft 3 ish and under qualify as petite. The clothing is cut shorter EVERYWHERE. Some decrease the widths too.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/reiss-dress#post-1995748 Thu, 24 Jan 2019 20:58:20 +0000 Jane 1995748@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Thank you Mirjana, that is helpful. Dress length is difficult isn't it. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/reiss-dress#post-1995745 Thu, 24 Jan 2019 20:54:26 +0000 Mirjana 1995745@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Jane , I think No, the dress is too long for you to my opinion. I am 5ft 3inch and have a problem to find right midi dress and I understand the problem. But keep trying you would find it. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/reiss-dress#post-1995744 Thu, 24 Jan 2019 20:52:13 +0000 Jane 1995744@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Yes, Boden petite is always good. </p> <p>Do many brands have petite? May be I am missing something.&nbsp;</p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/reiss-dress#post-1995743 Thu, 24 Jan 2019 20:51:04 +0000 Jane 1995743@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Cobaltblue, it was a super dress, but just kind of too long for me.&nbsp;</p> <p>Angie, absolutely, got to try. The gapes aren't quite right, kind of along the lines of 'seasonally confused' but something else confused. Anyway, NEXT!</p> <p>Ah, yes Gretchen, NEXT indeed.&nbsp;</p> <p>Angie, thank you for the other suggestions.&nbsp;</p> <p>There is a beautiful reception in March, and it would be super to have a really smart dress for that. I might start a new thread....not quite black tie, not really high cocktail, but kind of smart formal. Early evening.&nbsp;Crumbs, I also have two events next week too. CRUMBS </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/reiss-dress#post-1995742 Thu, 24 Jan 2019 20:49:51 +0000 Angie 1995742@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>AHA. Very petite. Do you ever buy petite sizes?&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/reiss-dress#post-1995740 Thu, 24 Jan 2019 20:42:49 +0000 Jane 1995740@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Angie, I would say so, I am 5ft 1inch.&nbsp;The Reiss dress was a size 8.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/reiss-dress#post-1995720 Thu, 24 Jan 2019 20:05:51 +0000 Angie 1995720@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p><b>Jane,</b> are you petite?&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/reiss-dress#post-1995717 Thu, 24 Jan 2019 20:02:43 +0000 Gretchen 1995717@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I agree with <b>cobaltblue</b> - too long in the waist. The style is a great look for you. If you loved it, I'd suggest seeing if a petite could help. But I agree with you that those gaps in the back don't make a lot of sense. Next! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/reiss-dress#post-1995698 Thu, 24 Jan 2019 19:16:21 +0000 Angie 1995698@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>And some inspiration:&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/reiss-dress#post-1995697 Thu, 24 Jan 2019 19:15:12 +0000 Angie 1995697@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Blast those gapes, <b>Jane</b>. Cannot tell from the online photos. How annoying. Thanks for trying and showing us though. You never know until you try something on..... </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/reiss-dress#post-1995696 Thu, 24 Jan 2019 19:13:42 +0000 cobaltblue 1995696@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>To me it looks like it's a bit long in the body for you. The top back gap seems fine, but the lower one is puzzling... I love the idea of the dress, though - it's pretty. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/reiss-dress#post-1995695 Thu, 24 Jan 2019 19:10:04 +0000 Jane 1995695@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Angie so kindly suggested I try this dress. I ordered on line and collected and tried on in the store. Sadly they didn’t have a pressed one in the store. </p> <p>I like it, not quite in love with it, except that at the back, there are two ‘gaps’ so I’m not sure this is really going to be helpful to me. I don’t really know what a flash of my ‘bare’ back might look like but somehow it doesn’t feel quite right? Front is okay, back skirt is okay with the right undies. Length may be a bit off. Needs lighter tights probably.</p> <p>I’d be super grateful for your thoughts. </p>