https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/sneakers-and-a-dress-attempt-1 Style Advice for Fashion Lovers en-US Sat, 11 Apr 2026 13:12:46 +0000 http://bbpress.org/?v=1.0.2 q https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/search.php https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/sneakers-and-a-dress-attempt-1#post-1276468 Thu, 12 Jun 2014 17:11:16 +0000 Angie 1276468@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Yay. Thanks. </p> <p>Thumbs up for sure. Nice black colour repetition, and the dress is at a super length. Nicely done, sweet lady. xo </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/sneakers-and-a-dress-attempt-1#post-1276463 Thu, 12 Jun 2014 17:06:40 +0000 amiable 1276463@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Here you go Angie! &nbsp;And Thanks Ladyone - I like to experiment, and this might be a good opportunity to try out that shape.... </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/sneakers-and-a-dress-attempt-1#post-1276462 Thu, 12 Jun 2014 17:05:40 +0000 Ledonna N. 1276462@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Oh my you can make a cocoon shape, yes. I think that would be lovely for this dress also I like this neckline very much. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/sneakers-and-a-dress-attempt-1#post-1276457 Thu, 12 Jun 2014 16:59:31 +0000 Angie 1276457@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I'd love to see the look so that I can see the sneaks, Amy. Pretty please and batting my eyelids.&nbsp;</p> <p>You are sooooo on the right track. Hugs to you for being so fabulous. You made my day. xo</p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/sneakers-and-a-dress-attempt-1#post-1276446 Thu, 12 Jun 2014 16:46:08 +0000 amiable 1276446@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>(And thanks for the compliments on my hair. &nbsp;It needs a trim, but I'm liking this longer length at the moment. I'm thinking that I'll take it another inch or two longer even.) </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/sneakers-and-a-dress-attempt-1#post-1276445 Thu, 12 Jun 2014 16:45:20 +0000 amiable 1276445@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>And cross-posted with Jules and abc - thank you for your honesty! &nbsp;I don't think the dress is actually faded (the light was awfully bright though), but I agree, I don't think it's very flattering. &nbsp;Probably should move on toward other summer dresses, not try to make a better-color copy of this one.<br />Thank you!</p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/sneakers-and-a-dress-attempt-1#post-1276443 Thu, 12 Jun 2014 16:43:45 +0000 amiable 1276443@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Thank you for the careful critique Sue - I knew that posting this would result in getting some help.</p> <p>I definitely prefer skirts just below the knee, although I'm also okay with them 3-4 inches above (shorter than this)&nbsp; It seems like Angie had said something about wearing skirts above the knee with flats to lengthen the leg line? &nbsp;(at least, in my mind).</p> <p>And I don't think I'm comfortable in all black - I thought this might show enough skin to not feel like so much black, but you're right that it would be better with something to break it up.</p> <p>I'll hop out this afternoon and try a couple of sweaters with it. &nbsp;My waterfall cardi is also black, but I have a sporty blue cardi that might be interesting.... &nbsp;</p> <p>What do you think about the shape and fit of the dress? &nbsp;I'm considering using this one as a pattern (I guess because I like the neckline and the diagonal seams), and I could make a longer version in a color.... &nbsp;But I wonder if it's too sack-like and/or unflattering to bother...</p> <p>Sorry - my thinking "out loud" is resulting in a novel of mishmash thoughts.</p> <p> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/sneakers-and-a-dress-attempt-1#post-1276442 Thu, 12 Jun 2014 16:43:21 +0000 abc 1276442@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Aren't pics so helpful? I agree with Jules re the dress AND your hair. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/sneakers-and-a-dress-attempt-1#post-1276439 Thu, 12 Jun 2014 16:41:12 +0000 Jules 1276439@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I love your hair these days!<br /> I know you generally appreciate an honest answer. I would ditch the dress. It's not awful, but nor is it doing much for you. In the sun it looks a bit faded too. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/sneakers-and-a-dress-attempt-1#post-1276432 Thu, 12 Jun 2014 16:31:18 +0000 merwoman 1276432@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Oh you look gorgeous - especially pic3! Are you growing your hair?</p> <p>Now - on to the critique. To my eye the jacket doesn't work - just too boxy looking.<br />The dress needs something to break up all that black - the neckline adds interest, but not enough. &nbsp;Maybe one of those waterfall type sweaters?&nbsp;I'm also thinking the length needs to be a bit longer for your gorgeous legs? What's your sweet spot for skirt/dress length? For me it is just below the knee.</p> <p> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/sneakers-and-a-dress-attempt-1#post-1276430 Thu, 12 Jun 2014 16:27:25 +0000 crutcher 1276430@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I love picture 2 with the white jacket and the sneaks...You look cool and in command and ready for what your day brings...Great look!.... </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/sneakers-and-a-dress-attempt-1#post-1276428 Thu, 12 Jun 2014 16:18:30 +0000 amiable 1276428@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I'm calling this attempt 1 because the dress doesn't really work, and these pics make me realize that.</p> <p>Still, it's what I'm wearing today, and I want to figure out a dress or two that actually work for me this summer. &nbsp;(I'm considering altering this one actually, I think if I bring in the dress a little at the hem, it might be a more cocoon shape...)</p> <p>Shown with sneakers, then with birkenstocks, since I'll probably spend half the day or more in the birks - even though these new-to-me vans are really comfy.</p> <p>The pics are unflattering despite my taking the time to put on a dash of lipstick and mascara for the outside shot. &nbsp;I added some nipple shields after taking these, but don't have the time to re-take pictures. &nbsp;</p> <p>Should I just ditch the dress?</p> <p>ETA: Indoor pic with sneaks showing for Angie &nbsp;(I didn't originally include this one since it hides the detail of the dress)</p> </p>