https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/special-occasion-gown---advice-needed Style Advice for Fashion Lovers en-US Fri, 03 Apr 2026 20:14:27 +0000 http://bbpress.org/?v=1.0.2 q https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/search.php https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/special-occasion-gown---advice-needed/page/2#post-1550897 Thu, 03 Sep 2015 15:14:14 +0000 abc 1550897@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Lyn67 I will share any knowledge I gain, don't worry!</p> <p>Vix - I plan on ordering Angie's pick and one or two others just to have a basis of comparison. Thx for weighing in and sharing your experience. </p> <p>If I go with the Angie pick I do plan on dressing it up with blingy chandelier earrings and metallic (most likely silver) sandals, probably these as I know the style works for me and is comfy </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/special-occasion-gown---advice-needed/page/2#post-1550875 Thu, 03 Sep 2015 14:34:32 +0000 Vix 1550875@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Hi abc --</p> <p>How fun -- a chance to be part of a special event and dress to the nines while doing so!&nbsp;</p> <p>Sorry it's such a pain to find possibilities.</p> <p>If you're ordering a second+ dress to try, I did want to put in a plug for the AP mesh sequin styles (looks like 1 and 3 would be the best in terms of what you want for neckline).&nbsp;<div><br /></div><div>I wore one of them for a wedding and it was super-lightweight, packed like a dream (kept in plastic bag, rolled, shook out --&gt; ready) and was so so SO fun to dance in as the bottom flares out when walking/moving. The sequins looked a little figure-skater-y to me in daylight when trying on eetc but shimmered in evening light.</p> <p>[Suz had great suggestions for blinging out the dress Angie suggested. but I wore all the same type of stuff *with* my sequin dress. Magpie for the win. ;)]</div> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/special-occasion-gown---advice-needed/page/2#post-1550783 Thu, 03 Sep 2015 11:11:55 +0000 lyn67 1550783@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Wow, so exciting! These are all great options, but I like the second row the best for that occasion. Can't wait to see your choice!:-) </p> <p><b>Came back to ask</b>, if you are/will be familiar with AP sizing after trying these on, are the dresses &nbsp;true to size?</p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/special-occasion-gown---advice-needed/page/2#post-1550665 Thu, 03 Sep 2015 02:33:53 +0000 Colette 1550665@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Oh, I love Angie's pick. That is the same sleeve length as that St. John, which is one of the elements of the dress I just adore. And Suz's idea about adding accessories that sparkle is perfect. Fingers crossed it works out for you. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/special-occasion-gown---advice-needed/page/2#post-1550664 Thu, 03 Sep 2015 02:33:49 +0000 cheryle (Dianthus) 1550664@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I have a few tadashi shoji dresses and they are lovely and are usually in a style that lasts and looks current for years.&nbsp;</p> <p>I think the lace gives the appearance of the lower neckline without the exposure. &nbsp;#4 is very pretty and worth a try. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/special-occasion-gown---advice-needed#post-1550627 Thu, 03 Sep 2015 01:47:30 +0000 abc 1550627@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Of course Angie is right!! </p> <p>I am excited :)</p> <p>Will show you guys when I get it. Cross fingers! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/special-occasion-gown---advice-needed#post-1550617 Thu, 03 Sep 2015 01:26:23 +0000 Anonymous 1550617@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>The blue would be very flattering on you abc. Good luck with the hunt! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/special-occasion-gown---advice-needed#post-1550610 Thu, 03 Sep 2015 01:13:56 +0000 Suz 1550610@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I love that one that Angie linked to. Gorgeous!!! As for "beading" -- you can replicate that feeling with accessories. For instance -- lacy delicate chandelier earrings. Or a beaded or sequinned clutch. Or metallic &nbsp;footwear. Or a beaded shawl.... &nbsp;meanwhile, this dress seems so much more interesting than the others with its asymmetry and ruching. I don't think it will feel dated -- it could be worn to some other event later.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/special-occasion-gown---advice-needed#post-1550569 Thu, 03 Sep 2015 00:18:09 +0000 abc 1550569@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Thanks all! </p> <p>And thank you Angie, I saw that one but was leaning toward something with beading. I can be convinced to try it with the descriptors comfy and forgiving on the midsection :)</p> <p>Will check back when I have a trip on the books and order placed. Thanks so much!!! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/special-occasion-gown---advice-needed#post-1550559 Wed, 02 Sep 2015 23:46:04 +0000 unfrumped 1550559@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Beautiful shades of blue!<br />It sounds like 1 and 6 may be too high-necked for you, and #2 does look a little shiny and maybe not as modern as you could go. The others have lower necklines for you and I can't tell about waist issues.<br />I love Angie's pick&nbsp; and would definitely try that. It&nbsp; has great sleeves which mean no need to cover up at all for most indoor occasions, but if you're outside in November, I for sure would need some real warmth in&nbsp; a topper, either a great stole, or some kind of drapey cardigan (in a dressy fabric), or, &nbsp;I've also seen successful black jacket looks, almost a tailored jacket, work on some folks. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/special-occasion-gown---advice-needed#post-1550538 Wed, 02 Sep 2015 22:48:46 +0000 Thistle 1550538@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I love 3,4 and 6 the best. So fun! Hope to see k/r photos because you know I'm going to be living vicariously through you. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/special-occasion-gown---advice-needed#post-1550531 Wed, 02 Sep 2015 22:33:08 +0000 Angie 1550531@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I like #4 best from your selection.&nbsp;</p> <p>You should try this dress. I have happy clients in that one. VERY forgiving on the mid section. Comfy too.&nbsp;</p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/special-occasion-gown---advice-needed#post-1550530 Wed, 02 Sep 2015 22:31:13 +0000 Jenn 1550530@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I'd rule out #2 entirely. I like #3 and #5 best for the necklines, so how do you feel about the beads vs lace? </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/special-occasion-gown---advice-needed#post-1550528 Wed, 02 Sep 2015 22:25:07 +0000 abc 1550528@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Colette - why did you show me that? It is absolutely perfect in every way. Except price boo hoo </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/special-occasion-gown---advice-needed#post-1550526 Wed, 02 Sep 2015 22:23:57 +0000 abc 1550526@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Suz I would guess we would be inside by the time it gets to 50 or below. That low shown is over night so more like 2am low....and at that time knowing how we like to party we will be inside dancing the night away </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/special-occasion-gown---advice-needed#post-1550463 Wed, 02 Sep 2015 20:26:13 +0000 Sal 1550463@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>They are all lovely!!</p> <p>My least favourite is 2 - the fabric is shiny and this can create flattery issues. &nbsp;Whilst I LOVE 6 I suspect this could be the least flattering on me because of the short sleeve and the high neck, it draws attention to the bust.</p> <p>Given the temperature I would definitely try 4 and I think 5 would be a very flattering dress.</p> <p> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/special-occasion-gown---advice-needed#post-1550452 Wed, 02 Sep 2015 20:06:53 +0000 missvee 1550452@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Without reading the other replies I'm loving 5 and then 3. Number 4 is very special too ( looks like great quality), but would it be a bit too formal do you think?<br /> Now back to see what the other folk have to say :-). </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/special-occasion-gown---advice-needed#post-1550404 Wed, 02 Sep 2015 18:45:25 +0000 Anonymous 1550404@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>It figures that I like the most expensive one the best. That's almost always the way with me, unfortunately. They're all nice dresses, though, and IMO you should order based on which dress you think will look best on you and that will be the most suitable for the occasion. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/special-occasion-gown---advice-needed#post-1550398 Wed, 02 Sep 2015 18:41:21 +0000 Colette 1550398@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I saw this dress in person and it is stunning. The price is also stunning but perhaps you could find something in a similar silhouette?</p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/special-occasion-gown---advice-needed#post-1550379 Wed, 02 Sep 2015 17:59:15 +0000 Suz 1550379@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I really like #3 for you....doesn't Diana have an Adrienne Papell dress that works really well for her?&nbsp;</p> <p>But will you truly be wearing it outdoors in November? Because, well, I don't think a bolero is going to help if it is 39F. &nbsp;Ugh....</p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/special-occasion-gown---advice-needed#post-1550344 Wed, 02 Sep 2015 16:58:08 +0000 abc 1550344@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Just checked weather averages at wedding location.</p> <p>November average temp: 53F / 11.5C<br />November average high: 67F / 19.5C<br />November average low: &nbsp;39F / 3.6C</p> <p>I will check with the bride. &nbsp;I am certain there are outdoor activities in the afternoon. &nbsp;I think by evening we will have moved inside.</p> <p> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/special-occasion-gown---advice-needed#post-1550336 Wed, 02 Sep 2015 16:48:42 +0000 Anonymous 1550336@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>1, 3 or 4.</p> <p>I like the graceful but not matronly styling of 1 and 3 and the delicately laid out sequins and beads add some icy shine which is especially pretty in winter.&nbsp;</p> <p>For a truly warmer winter option, 4, which I much prefer to 5 as it looks like it's a better fabrication.</p> <p>2 might look dated and the color while beautiful is not as dramatic as your clear winter night navy options ( liking your choice of dark blue!)</p> <p>5 is a little heavy handed with the glitter and the neckline is not as open as 1, something you said you preferred. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/special-occasion-gown---advice-needed#post-1550324 Wed, 02 Sep 2015 16:38:00 +0000 Alassë 1550324@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I was also concerned with the shiny/tight look of 2. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/special-occasion-gown---advice-needed#post-1550317 Wed, 02 Sep 2015 16:21:36 +0000 always trying 1550317@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>#4 would be my choice.&nbsp; also&nbsp; like 5. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/special-occasion-gown---advice-needed#post-1550312 Wed, 02 Sep 2015 16:15:29 +0000 Elly 1550312@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I would go with the first one and the two v-necks given your requirements. I don't mind some bolero dresses, but don't love that one.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/special-occasion-gown---advice-needed#post-1550310 Wed, 02 Sep 2015 16:14:12 +0000 abc 1550310@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Hmm, well #2 scares me bc of the shininess of the material? &nbsp;Definitely need spanx from head to toe with that one, haha. &nbsp;I do like that it has the jacket - solves that issue.</p> <p>Alasse, hadn't thought of that! &nbsp;I am in Mexico and ladies here like to dress to the 9s for special occassions, so I have a feeling a touch of faux fur wouldn't receive funny stares... &nbsp;:D </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/special-occasion-gown---advice-needed#post-1550309 Wed, 02 Sep 2015 16:11:27 +0000 Alassë 1550309@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Faux fur capelets match the dressiness level, imo. I'm not sure if they match your style. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/special-occasion-gown---advice-needed#post-1550307 Wed, 02 Sep 2015 16:10:28 +0000 Maneera 1550307@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I like 4....but I'm not sure that unlined lace is enough to qualify for your open-neckline criteria. I fear it might look OTT too....since it's ALL lace. I kind of like lace in smaller doses. But I can't comment until I see it in person because the cut is VERY elegant. </p> <p>Why aren't you considering #2? I actually find that dress to be the MOST wedding-y! The others could be great for any special occasion....but that dress really looks like a true maid of honour dress! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/special-occasion-gown---advice-needed#post-1550303 Wed, 02 Sep 2015 16:05:41 +0000 abc 1550303@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Funny, I was about to eliminate it bc I worried the belt may hit too low on the waist - emphasizing my high 8 hips. &nbsp;Hmmm...</p> <p>And why do you say not to order 4, Manny, just out of curiosity?</p> <p>And what in the heck am I going to use OVER any of these?? &nbsp;Stumped!&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/special-occasion-gown---advice-needed#post-1550300 Wed, 02 Sep 2015 16:02:04 +0000 Maneera 1550300@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Yup. It looks like a wrap style. I love the neckline. I think that dress screams 'Sophisticated, Timeless Elegance' </p>