https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/summer-closet-surprise---where-are-the-dresses Style Advice for Fashion Lovers en-US Thu, 23 Apr 2026 00:35:23 +0000 http://bbpress.org/?v=1.0.2 q https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/search.php https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/summer-closet-surprise---where-are-the-dresses/page/2#post-2330913 Mon, 17 Jul 2023 17:55:13 +0000 LJP 2330913@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Style Fan - you have a GREAT summer capsule that looks so you . I wish I felt more comfortable in basic short sleeved tops like the POMP ones you have - they’re such easy pieces . </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/summer-closet-surprise---where-are-the-dresses/page/2#post-2330911 Mon, 17 Jul 2023 17:42:23 +0000 LJP 2330911@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I just read an interesting article about Ulla Johnson and now I can’t remember where - maybe British Vogue ? </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/summer-closet-surprise---where-are-the-dresses/page/2#post-2330890 Mon, 17 Jul 2023 16:17:57 +0000 Angie 2330890@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p><u>I bat for these teams in Summer:</u></p> <p>Team Dress!!! <b>LOVE MY DRESSES</b> :)&nbsp;</p> <p>Team White Jeans and Pants <b>(My next love!!!)&nbsp;</b></p> <p>Team WIDE Cotton or Linen Pants</p> <p>Team Shirt and Blouse&nbsp;</p> <p>I don't wear shorts or tees. And very seldom a skirt.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/summer-closet-surprise---where-are-the-dresses/page/2#post-2330874 Mon, 17 Jul 2023 14:38:09 +0000 RobinF 2330874@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I'm with you. I like the idea of breezy summer dresses but, either I don't have the right ones, or they are just my fantasy life. I reach for shorts and a top for casual, or crops and a slightly nicer top for nicer events. So weird. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/summer-closet-surprise---where-are-the-dresses/page/2#post-2330818 Mon, 17 Jul 2023 06:05:33 +0000 Bijou 2330818@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p><b>@MrsK</b> - five of my summer dresses are by Ulla Johnson, they are expensive at full price, but I have bought mine on sale from Shopbop and the Outnet and also at a local boutique. At 40 - 50% off (or even more) they are not prohibitively expensive and I get lots of wear from them. Ulla uses amazing fabrics, her garments wash up beautifully and she has interesting and unique prints. It was a case of after buying one dress and having it for 8 years in Finds and it's still good despite the cotton being as light as air to wear, I knew the quality was there to justify the expense. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/summer-closet-surprise---where-are-the-dresses/page/2#post-2330816 Mon, 17 Jul 2023 05:24:50 +0000 DonnaF 2330816@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I’ve finally figured out that when it’s really hot I need to wear a midi dress, midi skirt, or linen pants. Bare skin on unupholstered seats due to shorter hems is so yucky. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/summer-closet-surprise---where-are-the-dresses/page/2#post-2330805 Mon, 17 Jul 2023 01:57:18 +0000 Barbara Diane 2330805@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I have old old old primarily rayon long dresses. I can’t seem to replace them. That’s what I’m wearing now. Last month it was cotton crops and joggers. When it was colder (such temperature variations) recently it was pants, top and a sweater or zipper jacket, or a sweatshirt. This year I think it will be easier to figure out in hindsight:) </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/summer-closet-surprise---where-are-the-dresses/page/2#post-2330746 Sun, 16 Jul 2023 18:24:10 +0000 Style Fan 2330746@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Bijou, your summer dress collection is gorgeous!&nbsp; Summer is my most challenging fashion season.&nbsp; I struggle with what to wear.&nbsp; I don't wear skirts or dresses because of my footwear challenges.<br />My summer formula for dog walking and around the house is a long-sleeved top (denim shirt or tee) and shorts.&nbsp; When I run errands, I usually change to longer pants.&nbsp; When we go out, I wear my jeans and a shirt.&nbsp; My Citizen jeans are cool enough for summer, and I run cold.<br />When we go out, I always take a topper.&nbsp; I must be the only person out there wearing a down coat in July in Muskoka. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/summer-closet-surprise---where-are-the-dresses#post-2330714 Sun, 16 Jul 2023 13:52:08 +0000 Staysfit 2330714@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I love the concept of an easy breezy summer dress, although I do not wear them regularly. &nbsp;I purchased a maxi dress from Athleta 3-4 years ago that seems to serve that purpose. &nbsp;I reserve it for travel because it is lightweight, wrinkle free and it magically can look dressy or casual depending on how I accessorize. &nbsp;Dresses and skirts are not practical enough for my current professional setting. &nbsp;I have shifted to Bermuda shorts, silk joggers, cropped jeans and chinos paired with sleeveless tops, knit tops and light cardigan layers when needed for a/c. &nbsp;Sneakers and sandals are my go to for footwear. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/summer-closet-surprise---where-are-the-dresses#post-2330707 Sun, 16 Jul 2023 13:29:33 +0000 Anonymous 2330707@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I only added one dress this year so far, due to the rising hemlines. Have 3 total summer dresses (not counting my wedding dress).</p> <p>Most days I wear skirts (maxi, wrap, or tube) and sleeveless tops, but I added 2 pairs of thin cropped pants that are ok when it's below 90F. Around the house or paddleboarding, I wear skorts. I don't wear shorts at all except for sleeping and cycling. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/summer-closet-surprise---where-are-the-dresses#post-2330702 Sun, 16 Jul 2023 12:53:42 +0000 ChristelJ 2330702@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Shorts and sleeveless tops are what I actually wear most. I wear linen pants some too. After being off skirts for many years, now I'm craving them, but not finding any that are comfortable in the waist in the heat. I have a couple summer dresses and tend to save them for occasions. Would love more dresses but have so many requirements for them it's not likely to happen. They can't be constricting anywhere, must be sleeveless, bra friendly, the right length, not too wrinkly, breathable, lightweight, not see-thru, and casual but pretty. It seems that's too much to ask! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/summer-closet-surprise---where-are-the-dresses#post-2330697 Sun, 16 Jul 2023 11:25:12 +0000 MrsK 2330697@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I also want to wear dresses more, but many of my dresses feel a little too much for my every day activities -- they feel good for brunch or a dinner out, but not so much for how I mostly spend my time. I have started wearing some of them around the house, and then my daughter asks where I'm going! lol</p> <p>Bijou - gorgeous dresses! What brands are they? </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/summer-closet-surprise---where-are-the-dresses#post-2330695 Sun, 16 Jul 2023 08:22:51 +0000 Cardiff girl 2330695@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Bijou,your dress collection is gorgeous!<br />like you Runcarla my summer dressing is mainly cropped trousers and tops but l hanker after that one dress that l will wear all summer!l have never found it and ldont think l will but that doesn’t stop me looking.My lifestyle is Uber casual and l am obviously a trouser girl but dresses in the summer are so pretty .. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/summer-closet-surprise---where-are-the-dresses#post-2330690 Sun, 16 Jul 2023 07:28:41 +0000 Bijou 2330690@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I'm a summer dress wearer. I often belt my summer dresses to add a point of difference. My summer dresses are worn from about mid November through to April/May depending upon when our season changes. This year we had a very warm May and went into a cold June with minimal transitional weather.</p> <p>These are my dresses that I wore last summer and I have added 3 new summer dresses from the North American summer sales (the bottom 3 Finds). My dresses are mainly cotton or silk and not fitted to the body so they are light and easy to wear.</p> <p>Wearing a dress every day is a bit of a boring formula, but I feel cool and comfortable in it and reasonably dressed up, which is where shorts never feel quite right for me. Finding different colours, patterns for the dresses and wearing accessories is how I add fun. In summer I often wear pearls as they feel cool on my skin. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/summer-closet-surprise---where-are-the-dresses#post-2330688 Sun, 16 Jul 2023 05:35:15 +0000 Suz 2330688@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Team both! And nodding along with the comments about shopping after June. I mostly don't buy summer things past then unless I have to fill an immediate hole (like a pair of vital sandals breaks or something like that) OR I see an end of season sale on a style I love so much I definitely want to duplicate for the year to come. (Again, for me, this usually happens with footwear -- sandals and sneakers.)&nbsp;</p> <p>I wear skirts and dresses when out and about and mostly shorts (or linen pants) at home.&nbsp;</p> <p> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/summer-closet-surprise---where-are-the-dresses#post-2330679 Sun, 16 Jul 2023 04:42:59 +0000 Jaime 2330679@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Long shorts, thin cotton blouses, comfortable flats and cross body bag are my default. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/summer-closet-surprise---where-are-the-dresses#post-2330674 Sun, 16 Jul 2023 01:58:50 +0000 Kathie 2330674@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Dresses, with a few skirts are my mainstays for summer. Since my summer clothes get washed more often and wear out, I find that I always need to be on the lookout for summer dresses and add 1-2/year. Generally, I wear dresses to work and casual skirts with knit tops on weekends, but I have a couple nicer skirts for workwear. I wear shorts for exercise and gardening, so I haven’t bought anything other than gear shorts in years. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/summer-closet-surprise---where-are-the-dresses#post-2330669 Sun, 16 Jul 2023 01:07:27 +0000 Irina 2330669@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I wish I had a casual skirt to wear, my one and only skirt is not versatile enough for my wardrobe. But I don’t see it. Dresses on another hand, I see plenty and I’m not looking for one. Last week I went to return some cashmere to Aritzia and tried a green linen shirt dress out of curiosity. Really liked the color and the sale price but not the cut on me.<br />My summer most common outfits are light weight pair of pants and a top/button down shirt or a dress.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/summer-closet-surprise---where-are-the-dresses#post-2330657 Sat, 15 Jul 2023 23:06:44 +0000 Sal 2330657@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I have a few formula that work.</p> <p>Work - simple dress or cropped pants and blouses. My main struggle is shoes as I can’t always wear sandals- covered shoes are too hot unless worn with socks. And socks don’t always look professional.</p> <p>Home- loose dresses mostly. My jumpsuit has been a winner too.</p> <p>Vacation - dresses or shorts and blouses. I don’t love shorts but they work at the beach. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/summer-closet-surprise---where-are-the-dresses#post-2330632 Sat, 15 Jul 2023 21:20:19 +0000 Kate 2330632@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I finally assembled a decent capsule of summer clothes six years ago. Skirts &amp; skorts I had, but breezy summer dresses were lacking. This summer I added two, both from COS. One I bought at the COS in Helsinki in May, and got so much use from it, I bought it in orange in the COS summer sale. I won’t say I’m a fan of our summers now, but I will say that being appropriately and sensibly dressed makes the summer a lot more bearable to navigate! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/summer-closet-surprise---where-are-the-dresses#post-2330628 Sat, 15 Jul 2023 20:59:42 +0000 SarahD8 2330628@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I looove my summer dresses! I'll wear a casual midi dress for most any activity, including beachcombing and light hiking.</p> <p>I *would* like skirts/tops too but as is well documented here on the forum I have had a really hard time building a stable of summer tops that I'm happy with. </p> <p>Pants/shorts are ok but I don't really have a lot of them in my summer wardrobe at the moment.</p> <p>I actually just ordered a bunch of summer clothes last week. I seem to have a hard time feeling very confident about or wrapping my mind around potential purchases until the season is well underway. But on the other hand my preferences change slowly so I expect that items I buy now will still be in favor next summer. I hope! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/summer-closet-surprise---where-are-the-dresses#post-2330626 Sat, 15 Jul 2023 20:52:35 +0000 Roberta 2330626@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Tops and shorts 90% of the time, but I have a handful of short-sleeved or sleeveless dresses that I rotate through for nicer occasions. I just bought another Title Nine dress for this purpose. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/summer-closet-surprise---where-are-the-dresses#post-2330625 Sat, 15 Jul 2023 20:48:37 +0000 Dee 2330625@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I’m pretty much in tops and shorts/cropped pants all summer long. I do have several lovely summer dresses but they just feel too dressy for my everyday wear. I also have a few skirts too but I never reach for them either. I definitely wont be adding any more summer dresses. I updated my wardrobe with a few new tops and cargo capris back in early June, so I’m done shopping for summer wardrobe.</p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/summer-closet-surprise---where-are-the-dresses#post-2330623 Sat, 15 Jul 2023 20:23:01 +0000 Echo 2330623@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I very much agree about&nbsp; not pursuing new pieces after June. Our summer season is so short that it isn't worth it.&nbsp;</p> <p>Most of my wummer wear I cannot/will not wear to school, so it gets limited usage. We just came back from a whirlwind vacation, and these are the things that got the most wear. These are not the exact pieces, but close. The first dress I have in a blue and white print; the off-the-shoulder dress I have is longer, cotton and has a full circle skirt; the pants I have are orange and black and blue and black; the tennis skirt is something Dh likes (go figure), and I generally only wear it when I am out and about with him. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/summer-closet-surprise---where-are-the-dresses#post-2330622 Sat, 15 Jul 2023 20:01:58 +0000 Vildy 2330622@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I'm glad you posted about this.&nbsp; I wore my dresses last year but this years haven't moved them out of a small closet in the sewing room.&nbsp;<br />So I moved them now. If not now, when?&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/summer-closet-surprise---where-are-the-dresses#post-2330621 Sat, 15 Jul 2023 20:01:06 +0000 LJP 2330621@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Your collection of pieces is really nice , Julie . And to Jules’ point about not pursuing new pieces/idea after June , I’m on the same page . There is nothing new in stores at this point and if I haven’t found whatever it is by now , I’m leaving it until next year . </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/summer-closet-surprise---where-are-the-dresses#post-2330617 Sat, 15 Jul 2023 19:47:36 +0000 cat2 2330617@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I mostly wear skirts and dresses. I think I have twice as many skirts as dresses. And only a couple of pairs of shorts. I am long waisted, so separates are easier to find. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/summer-closet-surprise---where-are-the-dresses#post-2330615 Sat, 15 Jul 2023 19:38:32 +0000 Julie 2330615@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I would be team shirt-dress, if I didn't have to wear long pants and covered shoes to work every day. But I feel like I finally figured out a good work formula/uniform last summer, and am sticking with it this year too: linen wide-leg pants, fitted tank or tee, a lightweight jacket, sneakers, and a hat for outside. I wear shirtdresses or gear (shorts and tees) for non-work days. Here are representatives of my summer collection. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/summer-closet-surprise---where-are-the-dresses#post-2330613 Sat, 15 Jul 2023 19:23:32 +0000 Echo 2330613@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I wear almost exclusively dresses and/or skirts in the summer. They're cooler and easier for me. I did purchase some shorts because Dh likes them, but they're not very comfortable. I also like those "vacation" pants - the light cotton genie-type pants with bright prints and elastic at the waist and ankle. They're often "one size" so they can be really big, but they have airflow like skirts, so are cool and comfortable in the summer. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/summer-closet-surprise---where-are-the-dresses#post-2330612 Sat, 15 Jul 2023 19:18:11 +0000 Jules 2330612@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Team pants and tops with a few dresses if I’m lucky. Our summers are so short that if a want or idea hasn’t panned out by end of June I usually let it go (July is also cottage time and a welcome shopping break). </p>