https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/this-is-what-i-bought-to-cure-the-blues Style Advice for Fashion Lovers en-US Tue, 12 May 2026 03:46:15 +0000 http://bbpress.org/?v=1.0.2 q https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/search.php https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/this-is-what-i-bought-to-cure-the-blues/page/2#post-557308 Mon, 05 Mar 2012 02:21:04 +0000 Sveta 557308@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Ha-ha, all credits for "brilliant" layering of a white shirt under this dress should go to Angie: I would have never thought about this if not for her smashing outfit from NYFW!<br /> Zap, this is a very good point, I will not keep anything if it is not comfortable or looks weird while moving.<br /> Krish, you may be right that winter dressing gets in the way of shopping for pants: I will wait until it warms up :-)<br /> Scarlet, this is not an animal print on the belt but some abstract floral embroidery.<br /> As for the length it is not indecently short but somehow I think it would look better a bit longer - just covering the knee. Well, I cannot change it, anyway this length is better with leggings and leans.<br /> I was attracted to this dress because of a combination of unusual style and vibrant color. However what attracted me in the first place is exactly what makes it difficult to wear in my mind: it stands out too much! I guess I need to mull it over and play with it to try and tone it down a bit for everyday life: unfortunately I almost don't have any dressy go out occasions in my life!:-)<br /> Thank you all again for taking part in my wild adventure! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/this-is-what-i-bought-to-cure-the-blues/page/2#post-557032 Sun, 04 Mar 2012 20:33:44 +0000 Meredith1953 557032@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Absolutely a gorgeous color on you! The white shirt underneath is genius! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/this-is-what-i-bought-to-cure-the-blues/page/2#post-556963 Sun, 04 Mar 2012 18:55:38 +0000 Jjsloane 556963@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Just had to say how much I love this and how you added the white shirt underneath. Fantastic. I would have just put a tee or cami underneath and not look so great. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/this-is-what-i-bought-to-cure-the-blues/page/2#post-556957 Sun, 04 Mar 2012 18:44:30 +0000 Anonymous 556957@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I love the "still image" of it, very editorial. I wonder, how does it behave as you move? Does it drape or fall nicely? Does it "puff out" when you walk or sit? I will consider that before you keep the item.</p> <p>I know I'm in the super minority, given the rave reviews, but we don't get to see items in movement and that is something I consider. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/this-is-what-i-bought-to-cure-the-blues/page/2#post-556919 Sun, 04 Mar 2012 18:07:18 +0000 krishnidoux 556919@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Sveta this dress looks fantastic! And it's orange, right on trend, an orange that make your skin sing. And there are so many exciting accessorizing possibilities too! What a great way to end the blues.</p> <p>I understand your woe and I must say right now is about the worst time of year to be shopping for pants. One main reason is the weather we confront outside. Everything melting then freezing, make for slippery, sloshy, wet and dirty roads. Our outer footwear is so limited, it has been for most winter, and now we are itching to slip back into lighter boots, but just can't yet (as March is the dirtiest month, and they might be simply destroyed). My idea is that when we shop for pants, footwear is important but if we are stuck in small changing rooms with bad lighting, encumbered by our big coat and with no other footwear than our huge heavy-duty boots, it takes a lot of good will to end up finding an appealing pair of pants. As soon as the weather will turn, the mere extra little steps we take in walking more will tone us up just enough. Not mentioning the freedom from the heavy boots (into lighter ones). It does a lot to the morale, and therefore to our own perceptions. For the moment, I find dresses much easier to wear. I'm not sure I'm making sense. Do you see what I mean? </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/this-is-what-i-bought-to-cure-the-blues#post-556907 Sun, 04 Mar 2012 17:53:26 +0000 Scarlet 556907@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Majorly gorgeous! I love it with the animal print? belt you are showing. Dramatic and lovely. Who needs pants? I don't really understand why this doesn't fit into your lifestyle? Isn't a pretty versatile smart piece that can be dressed up or down and you could wear out shopping/eating/working? </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/this-is-what-i-bought-to-cure-the-blues#post-556891 Sun, 04 Mar 2012 17:31:00 +0000 Lisa 556891@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>This looks great with the white shirt and leggings. Great find! I don't see why you can't wear this too work, this doesn't look too over the top to my eye. (But I am going to work in bright green blazers so take my opinion with a grain of salt.) </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/this-is-what-i-bought-to-cure-the-blues#post-556831 Sun, 04 Mar 2012 16:13:47 +0000 ironkurtin 556831@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>That is knock-down dead amazing. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/this-is-what-i-bought-to-cure-the-blues#post-556750 Sun, 04 Mar 2012 14:47:18 +0000 Anonymous 556750@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Stunning! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/this-is-what-i-bought-to-cure-the-blues#post-556587 Sun, 04 Mar 2012 06:21:45 +0000 Firecracker (Sharan) 556587@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Wow--gorgeous! This dress is stunning on you. I love it layered over the blouse. In warmer weather, I could see it over a cami, with a dramatic necklace. I love the way you've belted it, too. I would definitely keep the orange. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/this-is-what-i-bought-to-cure-the-blues#post-556569 Sun, 04 Mar 2012 05:26:39 +0000 goldenpig 556569@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Amazingly stunning! Love the orange and putting the white shirt under it was brilliant. You are a talented styist! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/this-is-what-i-bought-to-cure-the-blues#post-556561 Sun, 04 Mar 2012 05:08:46 +0000 dottie 556561@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>You look gorgeous in this! Love the way you styled it with the leggings, and it looks great without as well. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/this-is-what-i-bought-to-cure-the-blues#post-556546 Sun, 04 Mar 2012 04:22:21 +0000 ManidipaM 556546@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Sveta, you look smashing! </p> <p>There are so many fantastic ideas here, not much to add. But I do think the contrast of black leggings and white shirt is a bit much. I too don't think it's too short for bare legs, but if you're less than comfortable, maybe try lighter or coloured leggings with the white shirt --- which was an INSPIRED idea! --- or else a darker coloured cami or similar.</p> <p>For cooler weather, would you care to layer a sheath dress under it, perhaps? That might also make it work-appropriate without a blazer... maybe? </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/this-is-what-i-bought-to-cure-the-blues#post-556529 Sun, 04 Mar 2012 03:59:36 +0000 Amy 556529@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>You look like you should be on the catwalk. Seriously, Sveta, you are a knock out!!!</p> <p>Don't you dare trade this in for a "safer" color. wowowowoww </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/this-is-what-i-bought-to-cure-the-blues#post-556525 Sun, 04 Mar 2012 03:54:38 +0000 Suz 556525@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Your cropped denim jackets should work, Sveta. Remember my grey ponte knit pencil skirt with the high waist and gathers? It's basically a tulip shape, too. And it looks FAB with a super cropped corduroy denim-style jacket. Sorry I am not on my home computer so do not have the pics but you can check old threads if you want. It will also look good with a really cropped sweater or bolero type topper. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/this-is-what-i-bought-to-cure-the-blues#post-556512 Sun, 04 Mar 2012 03:37:05 +0000 Sveta 556512@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Honestly I did not expect such united approval! I was seriously considering to return it as not fitting my lifestyle but now I need to reconsider You gave me so many great ideas to style it with leans, jeans, boots, turtlenecks,etc. that I just have to play with it more!<br /> All my hubby said was: " you like your red color, don't you" even though it is ORANGE. Men!!!<br /> I have not seen it in another color in the store and I have not found it online at all. I guess black may be easier to wear but somehow orange feels more fun! Maybe it will be my one trendy orange item for this spring!<br /> Jonesy, I don't have any reservations about wearing orange and black together, especially as the sash of this dress has black embroidery. It is attached in the front up to side seams and has two long orange ends. I tied them in a bow on the back first and did not like it, but then I crossed the ends on the back and tied them in front as obi belt: this feels much better.<br /> The only turtlenecks I have now are black and camel. That much of black may be too much but camel may work. I also think I need to get turtlenecks in other colors.<br /> As for layering a blazer over: this skirt shape is tricky for layering. I think it can be layered with a very cropped jacket only - my denim jackets may work.<br /> Again, thank you for your encouragement! It was nice to know I did not loose my mind... </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/this-is-what-i-bought-to-cure-the-blues#post-556479 Sun, 04 Mar 2012 03:15:57 +0000 Fruitful 556479@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>WOW. This is stunning, especially with the white shirt. I need a white shirt to try this idea! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/this-is-what-i-bought-to-cure-the-blues#post-556464 Sun, 04 Mar 2012 03:02:42 +0000 Deborah 556464@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Stunning! Sveta I had a black dress incredibly similar to this and I gave it away. I am disappointed now that you have shown me how to style it:( The color, the style, everything here is perfect... Keep!! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/this-is-what-i-bought-to-cure-the-blues#post-556405 Sun, 04 Mar 2012 02:08:14 +0000 soobee 556405@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>WOW. You look like a model in this. It is alot different than your usual style but my word, you are so totally stunning in this. You should wear this EV.ER.Y. SIN.GLE.DAY. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/this-is-what-i-bought-to-cure-the-blues#post-556380 Sun, 04 Mar 2012 00:49:15 +0000 jen 556380@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Absolutely STUNNING!!!!!!!!!!! A+++++! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/this-is-what-i-bought-to-cure-the-blues#post-556370 Sun, 04 Mar 2012 00:39:55 +0000 Transcona Shannon 556370@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Oh my Sveta! This is amazing on you. Please keep and wear in happiness! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/this-is-what-i-bought-to-cure-the-blues#post-556368 Sun, 04 Mar 2012 00:34:58 +0000 Angie 556368@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>KILLER. </p> <p>I love this so much, Sveta! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/this-is-what-i-bought-to-cure-the-blues#post-556357 Sat, 03 Mar 2012 23:57:26 +0000 rae 556357@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>This is from H&amp;M??? Blast it, I was there just recently and did not see that beauty!</p> <p>I adore it with the blouse and leggings - I would wear to work myself, but if it is too dressy for your workplace... what about a nice dinner, show, party etc? I always have a hard time finding festive dresses with sleeves. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/this-is-what-i-bought-to-cure-the-blues#post-556354 Sat, 03 Mar 2012 23:53:43 +0000 Sara L. 556354@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I don't think it looks too short at all, however, I can understand your reservations about the neckline. It looks great layered over the white shirt. I agree with other's suggestions that maybe a blazer in a neutral color would tone it down enough for work. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/this-is-what-i-bought-to-cure-the-blues#post-556345 Sat, 03 Mar 2012 23:20:17 +0000 chewyspaghetti 556345@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I love this! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/this-is-what-i-bought-to-cure-the-blues#post-556344 Sat, 03 Mar 2012 23:17:10 +0000 bj1111 556344@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>srly one of your best looks </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/this-is-what-i-bought-to-cure-the-blues#post-556343 Sat, 03 Mar 2012 23:10:22 +0000 Suz 556343@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>By the way, does it come in colours other than orange and black?</p> <p>Love Jonesy's idea of denim clams or denim leggings, which I believe you already have. With a blue underlayer or over layer. Perfect! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/this-is-what-i-bought-to-cure-the-blues#post-556341 Sat, 03 Mar 2012 23:09:20 +0000 Suz 556341@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Wow! To HECK with pants, I say, when you can look as good as you do in a dress! This is super fun. I think you can wear it with and without leggings. I am not sure what the fabric is, but if it will admit tights you could wear tall boots in fall/ early spring. Later, when it warms up, sandals, and a cami instead of the shirt. A turtleneck would work, or a U neck cami or T. You can switch up the belts and also try it with your scarves. </p> <p>Also, if the colour feels like too much for work, how about "toning it down" with grey as per Angie's bright jeans formula. I know you have some grey in la wardrobe. Denim will also work with this really well. AND your new teal bag. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/this-is-what-i-bought-to-cure-the-blues#post-556335 Sat, 03 Mar 2012 23:05:10 +0000 Jonesy 556335@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Sveta, it's simply GORGEOUS on you! My word! The crisp white button down underneath is a stroke of genius! Does it have a tie belt, and you've tied a scarf around the waist? I love it with the white shirt--second the idea of wearing skinnies with it on the bottom during the cooler months. I also love the idea of a turtleneck underneath--super chic! For warmer months, maybe some denim clams and a cami in a bright complementary color, like vivid medium blue or dark purple? I agree that it doesn't look too short as-is, with bare legs. Oh, what about with the white shirt and some medium gray tights and your gray tall boots? </p> <p>I don't care for it as much with black, but that's just my hang up about pumpkin and black = Halloween. I think this could be such a signature dress for you--very dramatic and clean looking, and so stylish. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/this-is-what-i-bought-to-cure-the-blues#post-556323 Sat, 03 Mar 2012 22:42:45 +0000 Vildy 556323@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Oh WoW. Where *couldn't* you go looking that smashing! </p>