https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-do-you-wear-over-a-cocktail-dress Style Advice for Fashion Lovers en-US Wed, 15 Apr 2026 19:36:26 +0000 http://bbpress.org/?v=1.0.2 q https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/search.php https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-do-you-wear-over-a-cocktail-dress#post-2014423 Fri, 22 Mar 2019 19:17:49 +0000 April 2014423@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>&nbsp;In my experience, Southern dressy events skew rather ladylike.&nbsp; The "toughening up" aspect of a jean jacket or leather over a dressy dress looks fab to my eye but I haven't seen a lot of it outside the Northeast.</p> <p>Someone please correct me if I'm out of touch -- my years in the South were a while ago. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-do-you-wear-over-a-cocktail-dress#post-2014326 Fri, 22 Mar 2019 12:51:43 +0000 Stagiaire Fash 2014326@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>You’ve gotten suggestions all over the map. I think that’s because we don’t know you and your style or the direction you want to go with this outfit. Do you like things a little rough around the edges, or would you prefer to play up the floaty, ethereal side of this dress? Are you more likely to be cutting it up on the dance floor, or fidgeting and looking for something for your hands to do? The more you tell about those kinds of things, the more helpful the forum can be. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-do-you-wear-over-a-cocktail-dress#post-2014323 Fri, 22 Mar 2019 11:57:15 +0000 unfrumped 2014323@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>The dress is pretty, but hoptut is not as as short on you as on the model, since I think that gives a different vibe.<br /> I also think some kind of shirt jacket is easier to deal with than wraps. I love joe wraps and pashminas look when styled, and keep buying them, but I end up fussing with them. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-do-you-wear-over-a-cocktail-dress#post-2014322 Fri, 22 Mar 2019 11:49:37 +0000 mochi 2014322@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>You should also think what kinda footwear you should use with that I thinks some cute colorful Pumps?&nbsp; or some other <a rel="nofollow" href="https://mochicc.com/">casual shoes</a>? </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-do-you-wear-over-a-cocktail-dress#post-2014062 Thu, 21 Mar 2019 14:15:08 +0000 Bijou 2014062@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I wear a velvet coat with cocktail dresses. I would wear this one with a blue dress because it is a print and tends to work with most colour schemes. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-do-you-wear-over-a-cocktail-dress#post-2013922 Wed, 20 Mar 2019 21:10:48 +0000 Bennett 2013922@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Well, being that this is the rehearsal dinner and not the wedding reception itself, you have a lot more ways you can go. I'd wear something not as sweet/floaty as the dress itself (which is SO pretty, by the way), like others have suggested. A fitted blazer, a moto or a black tux jacket would be so cool. Or maybe a little cashmere or angora cardigan with elbow-length sleeves, worn unbuttoned?&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-do-you-wear-over-a-cocktail-dress#post-2013651 Wed, 20 Mar 2019 04:02:12 +0000 Jenni NZ 2013651@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I have several small boleros, sparkly cardigans, soft tuxedo jackets etc that I try over various cocktail dresses. The necklines do make a big difference. I like those ideas or a wrap, but a wrap might become a bit annoying? </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-do-you-wear-over-a-cocktail-dress#post-2013648 Wed, 20 Mar 2019 02:54:07 +0000 Anonymous 2013648@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I own the silver scarf/wrap that Elizabeth P posted and highly recommend it. Now I wNt to get it in the gold and the metallic black too. I have shoes to match the metallic black. The gold is more of a platinum than a yellow gold </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-do-you-wear-over-a-cocktail-dress#post-2013643 Wed, 20 Mar 2019 02:13:00 +0000 cjh 2013643@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>How about something like this? </p> <p><a href="https://www.amazon.com/Richards-Womens-Piece-Sequins-Champagne/dp/B00P0G25FM/ref=sr_1_16?hvadid=178380843782&#038;hvdev=t&#038;hvlocphy=9022858&#038;hvnetw=g&#038;hvpos=1t2&#038;hvqmt=b&#038;hvrand=9857011208666148298&#038;hvtargid=aud-647006051489%3Akwd-4143585097&#038;keywords=dress+topper&#038;qid=1553047899&#038;s=gateway&#038;sr=8-16&#038;tag=googhydr-20" rel="nofollow">https://www.amazon.com/Richard.....ooghydr-20</a> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-do-you-wear-over-a-cocktail-dress#post-2013587 Tue, 19 Mar 2019 21:23:30 +0000 Style Fan 2013587@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>This is a cute blazer that comes in black, ivory and blue. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-do-you-wear-over-a-cocktail-dress#post-2013561 Tue, 19 Mar 2019 20:43:35 +0000 Sal 2013561@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>A bolero or cardigan can work too.&nbsp; Something with a subtle sparkle that looks partyish rather than knitting on the couchish. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-do-you-wear-over-a-cocktail-dress#post-2013560 Tue, 19 Mar 2019 20:43:30 +0000 lemonluxe 2013560@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I might bring the jacket; it sounds perfectly post-cocktail. </p> <p>For interesting wraps, most dry cleaners who do alterations are happy to hem edges of fabric.<br /> <a href="https://www.emmaonesock.com/fabrics/71150?catId=41&#038;sectId=101" rel="nofollow">https://www.emmaonesock.com/fa.....sectId=101</a> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-do-you-wear-over-a-cocktail-dress#post-2013557 Tue, 19 Mar 2019 20:27:52 +0000 taylor 2013557@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I’m with Ms. Mary on this , also I love a perfectly fitted leather jacket , Moto style without all the zippers , and buckles. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-do-you-wear-over-a-cocktail-dress#post-2013552 Tue, 19 Mar 2019 20:07:14 +0000 Stagiaire Fash 2013552@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>What about something like this draped over your shoulders? <a href="https://www.softsurroundings.com/p/ibiza-scarf/" rel="nofollow">https://www.softsurroundings.com/p/ibiza-scarf/</a> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-do-you-wear-over-a-cocktail-dress#post-2013533 Tue, 19 Mar 2019 18:19:19 +0000 Anonymous 2013533@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>A lace blazer? </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-do-you-wear-over-a-cocktail-dress#post-2013531 Tue, 19 Mar 2019 18:11:44 +0000 Kellie Rose 2013531@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Thanks, everyone! I love the silver wrap and actually did consider my cropped jean jacket over top but was worried it wouldn't be "cocktail" enough. A blazer didn't occur to me so I might look into those! The high neckline does make it difficult and also the fact that the dress is solid. I usually like to throw a print in there somewhere but haven't been able to find anything that works with the dress shape. I appreciate the comments! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-do-you-wear-over-a-cocktail-dress#post-2013501 Tue, 19 Mar 2019 17:18:09 +0000 Anonymous 2013501@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I find high necklines problematic with toppers, unless I put a necklace to break it up. Maybe a shrug with just sleeves, or something with lightness-sheer, lace, or other openwork. Though April on the East Coast could mean a raincoat ... </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-do-you-wear-over-a-cocktail-dress#post-2013492 Tue, 19 Mar 2019 17:04:52 +0000 rachylou 2013492@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I’d wear a ‘church coat’... obviously not this color, but decorative. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-do-you-wear-over-a-cocktail-dress#post-2013489 Tue, 19 Mar 2019 16:59:31 +0000 MsMary 2013489@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I'm all about my Levi's trucker jacket over cocktail dresses.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-do-you-wear-over-a-cocktail-dress#post-2013484 Tue, 19 Mar 2019 16:53:45 +0000 Alicewonderland 2013484@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>It’s a pretty dress! I could see it work with a moto jacket, blue blazer, or blue tweed jacket. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-do-you-wear-over-a-cocktail-dress#post-2013478 Tue, 19 Mar 2019 16:44:37 +0000 Elizabeth P 2013478@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>This </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-do-you-wear-over-a-cocktail-dress#post-2013476 Tue, 19 Mar 2019 16:35:15 +0000 Kellie Rose 2013476@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>My cousin is getting married next month (April 27th) and I'm in the wedding, so I've obviously got my dress set there, but I'm struggling with the rehearsal dinner. The invitation said "cocktail attire" so I have a fairly simple, pale blue, chiffon shift-type dress, with a high neckline.&nbsp;<a rel="nofollow" href="https://www.dillards.com/p/i.n-san-francisco-scalloped-shift-dress/509044748?di=05701798_zi_lilac">https://www.dillards.com/p/i.n.....8_zi_lilac</a><a rel="nofollow" href="https://www.dillards.com/p/i.n-san-francisco-scalloped-shift-dress/509044748?di=05701798_zi_lilac"></a> I've attempted to attach the link (I'm new here). The color is listed as "Chambray Blue." I've also got some silver shoes, with a small heel and an ankle strap. I live in South Carolina, so I'm expecting the weather to be pretty warm by then but I am struggling to find something lightweight to go over this dress. I've looked at shrugs, wraps, boleros, everything, but so far nothing has seemed right. Any recommendations, as far as colors, prints, styles?&nbsp; </p>