https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/still-wrangling-the-dressy-outfit--this-jacket Style Advice for Fashion Lovers en-US Tue, 14 Apr 2026 12:57:36 +0000 http://bbpress.org/?v=1.0.2 q https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/search.php https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/still-wrangling-the-dressy-outfit--this-jacket#post-1869354 Mon, 18 Dec 2017 05:51:47 +0000 Anonymous 1869354@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>The coat does not matter much since you will not keep it on very long. I like the idea of a black coat as something you could wear again. Mine ( a black trench) is even part of my funeral capsule, a time when you may want something a little dressy. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/still-wrangling-the-dressy-outfit--this-jacket#post-1869264 Sun, 17 Dec 2017 23:54:23 +0000 Stagiaire Fash 1869264@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>LBD, keep it in Toronto, so you don’t have to carry as much back &amp; forth </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/still-wrangling-the-dressy-outfit--this-jacket#post-1869254 Sun, 17 Dec 2017 23:28:26 +0000 Mary Beth (formerly LBD) 1869254@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I love those shoes!&nbsp; &nbsp;</p> <p>I admit, I've looked at that trench at least three times since I read your initial post.&nbsp; &nbsp;But I remind myself, "Self, you don't need anymore toppers."&nbsp; &nbsp;LOL </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/still-wrangling-the-dressy-outfit--this-jacket#post-1869242 Sun, 17 Dec 2017 23:09:01 +0000 Emily K 1869242@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Suz--OK. &nbsp;I think I need to order the trench--it's 50% off right now, so I should take advantage. &nbsp;I think, if it is flattering on, I'll be able to get enough use from it. &nbsp;It will be light for winter, but for this use I'd only be wearing it from valet to restaurant door so I'm not very concerned.</p> <p>ETA: &nbsp;Or...maybe it's not included in the sale. &nbsp;That would change things a bit...</p> <p>lisp p.--Thank you for weighing-in! I thought the combo looked fresh to my eye. &nbsp;And, despite your assertions to the contrary, I'm betting you do "fancy" pretty well. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/still-wrangling-the-dressy-outfit--this-jacket#post-1869232 Sun, 17 Dec 2017 22:50:36 +0000 Stagiaire Fash 1869232@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Oh, I like those! I was going to suggest these, along the shiny/irredescent line, but the ones you just posted are pretty colors. I like the fringe detail. It would be easy to tie the green in with Christmas colors by wearing red or pattern including that green elsewhere, if you wanted to. <a href="http://www.callitspring.com/us/en_US/women/shoes/high-heels/c/112/ETENAVIA/p/11017399" rel="nofollow">http://www.callitspring.com/us.....p/11017399</a> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/still-wrangling-the-dressy-outfit--this-jacket#post-1869230 Sun, 17 Dec 2017 22:46:33 +0000 Anonymous 1869230@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Another member of that club reporting for duty- way outside of my comfort zone and so inauthentic for me too. &nbsp;I love that trench - wow! &nbsp;- and think it would work wonderfully with that dress and would give it a really modern vibe. I have no comments on a dress - I'm batting below the acceptable level for choosing 'fancy' dresses myself. &nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/still-wrangling-the-dressy-outfit--this-jacket#post-1869227 Sun, 17 Dec 2017 22:41:59 +0000 Suz 1869227@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>The coat looks great if it works for your climate. But it might be too short proportionately -- only way to know is try it on. I like the idea of adding colour. The dress is pretty and not at all bridesmaid like to my mind.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/still-wrangling-the-dressy-outfit--this-jacket#post-1869224 Sun, 17 Dec 2017 22:23:50 +0000 Emily K 1869224@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Fashiontern and La Belle--you have both spoken to the same point! &nbsp;I do see how this dress could be really fun with a lot of color added. &nbsp;So far, I have not spent a lot--but I do not have a colorful wardrobe or accessories. &nbsp;It could be really fun (but expensive) to indulge in color, and I probably wouldn't wear it again. &nbsp;</p> <p>La Belle--I do especially like sea glass colors and Ageaen blue/green. &nbsp;That would be a fun direction to go. &nbsp;I did, earlier, collect some shoes in finds including these two pair...But the SE "Hazel" does come in an abundance of pretty colors. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/still-wrangling-the-dressy-outfit--this-jacket#post-1869218 Sun, 17 Dec 2017 22:06:15 +0000 Mary Beth (formerly LBD) 1869218@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I love how you put together this outfit!&nbsp; &nbsp;The dress doesn't look like a bridesmaid dress to me at all.&nbsp; &nbsp;My immediate thought was Claire, on "House of Cards".&nbsp; &nbsp;</p> <p>The thing about a LBD is that it's a blank canvas for your accessories.&nbsp; &nbsp;I look at that dress and feel like I would want to add mermaid-colors - ocean blues and aqua-greens&nbsp; a statement ring, earrings, irridescent shoes + clutch, eyeshadow, and/or ropes of pearls.&nbsp; &nbsp;Maybe a rich-colored coat. <br />Nobody is wearing those colors right now, and it would stand out. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/still-wrangling-the-dressy-outfit--this-jacket#post-1869216 Sun, 17 Dec 2017 21:59:39 +0000 Stagiaire Fash 1869216@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I still love the dress and think you could do so many things with it. Alone, as is, I don’t think it looks like a bridesmaid dress, but I do think it looks more formal than festive. I don’t really know your style, but you could add some color or, if black/grey is your thing, how about plaid or other pattern? You could wear a shrug or a fur collar like Janet posted about the other day, or maybe a giant scarf like this <a href="https://m.costco.com/Emanual-Geraldo-Ladies&#039;-Blanket-Scarf-2-pack.product.100357409.html" rel="nofollow">https://m.costco.com/Emanual-G.....57409.html</a><br /> And maybe a little color or sparkle in your shoes? </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/still-wrangling-the-dressy-outfit--this-jacket#post-1869208 Sun, 17 Dec 2017 21:28:14 +0000 Emily K 1869208@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Sterling--I wondered about the length myself. &nbsp;It would surely be longer on me as I am 5'4". &nbsp;The length did look a little weird on the model and I wish it would be almost mid thigh on me.</p> <p>Katerina--Thank you! &nbsp;And the dress is black but I enjoy mixing black and navy, so the navy coat appealed to me. &nbsp;I also found another option in dark mulberry--another color that appeals.</p> <p>La Pedestrienne--Your wardrobe plan for stretching just a little bit to accommodate dressier events has a lot of appeal for me--I think I'm having trouble with this because it is quite a bit dressier (which is what I feel I need) but it's a complete break from my usual and I'm wondering if it is authentic or a "false positive". &nbsp;I've been to J. Crew but the available colors aren't appealing to me. &nbsp;And I rejected the Pashmina idea as veering even further into bridal territory even though I liked the pattern added by a navy one with subtle tonal paisley.</p> <p>Angie--Thank you! &nbsp;I did expect to remove the topper indoors. &nbsp;So I need yet ANOTHER topper for once I'm inside? ;-)</p> <p>Minnie--Thank you! &nbsp;I do like the sleeves on me--the diagonal line is flattering IMO. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/still-wrangling-the-dressy-outfit--this-jacket#post-1869172 Sun, 17 Dec 2017 19:27:06 +0000 Minnie 1869172@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I don't think the dress has a prom/bridesmaid vibe.<br />The only issue I would have are the cap sleeves, which I do not like on me. If cap sleeves work for you, I think it's a beautiful dress. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/still-wrangling-the-dressy-outfit--this-jacket#post-1869165 Sun, 17 Dec 2017 19:14:54 +0000 Angie 1869165@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>VERY cute topper. But not one you keep on indoors - is that alright, <b>Emily</b>?&nbsp;</p> <p>You might as well a wool coat over the dress then.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/still-wrangling-the-dressy-outfit--this-jacket#post-1869155 Sun, 17 Dec 2017 18:35:05 +0000 LaPed 1869155@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p><b><br /> </b> <p>Hah, we belong to the same club. This kind of stuff stresses me out too.</p> <p>I guess, I think the question of coat is dictated by climate. The cotton trench could work for a spring evening, but will it be warm enough for a winter event?</p> <p>I imagine you’ve checked out J Crew’s offerings for colorful wool coats? They seem to still be the go-to. </p> <p>Also, once you’re inside and take the coat off, will you feel too plain? Do you need an extra dose of color/pattern/texture somewhere in the outfit? I know you were pondering a pashmina at one point... &nbsp;</p> <p>Those pom pom earrings are super adorable. Oh -- and have you looked at Madewell for tassel earrings? They have a bunch of different colours right now. I didn’t check the dimensions, but they don’t look too long.</p> <b><br /> </b></p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/still-wrangling-the-dressy-outfit--this-jacket#post-1869150 Sun, 17 Dec 2017 18:29:38 +0000 Katerina 1869150@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I think it would work. I understand how you feel, I am not so comfortable with very dressy outfits either.<br /> The short sleeved dress is very pretty, I do not get any brides made vibe from it at all. In my view, you could add a blazer, a cardigan or/ and tall boots for nice daytime outfits.<br /> Great shoes and earrings - both options are beautiful.<br /> A question - is the dress black or dark navy? </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/still-wrangling-the-dressy-outfit--this-jacket#post-1869148 Sun, 17 Dec 2017 18:20:29 +0000 Anonymous 1869148@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I think it would work wonderfully. &nbsp;And I commiserate with you about having to dress up outside of your comfort zone!!! &nbsp; </p> <p><b>Emily </b>-- I went and looked at the find at Banana Republic. &nbsp;I really like the idea of a short trench coat, however, I wonder if this coat is too short ... especially in back. &nbsp;It looked all wrong for the model's height. &nbsp;</p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/still-wrangling-the-dressy-outfit--this-jacket#post-1869144 Sun, 17 Dec 2017 18:09:51 +0000 Emily K 1869144@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Who among you thinks this dressy short trench would work as a topper for my Holiday outfit? &nbsp;I'm looking for an option that will play down the prom/bridesmaid vibe of the dress. &nbsp;And I'd like to find a coat that I would purchase on its own merits rather than buying something *just* to make the dress work. &nbsp;My first choice is a wool car coat/walker/cocoon coat in a pretty color, but I've not seen the right one yet.</p> <p>I've shown the items for the proposed outfit.&nbsp;</p> <p>*Even though I like the dress and I had it collected in Finds for a long time, I'm starting to think that a long-sleeved jersey dress might be a better choice. I really struggle with "fancy" so it's hard to push myself to find something that feels authentic for the once or twice a year that I'd desire to wear something like this...it's kind-of, by definition, outside of my comfort zone. </p>