https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wib-splurge-dress---is-it-worth-it Style Advice for Fashion Lovers en-US Mon, 20 Apr 2026 20:36:45 +0000 http://bbpress.org/?v=1.0.2 q https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/search.php https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wib-splurge-dress---is-it-worth-it/page/3#post-1701790 Mon, 25 Jul 2016 09:23:07 +0000 lyn67 1701790@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I don't know about worthiness for you, but love it both ways, especially nr 2 looks gorgeous new wave to my eyes, &nbsp;wow!&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wib-splurge-dress---is-it-worth-it/page/3#post-1701751 Mon, 25 Jul 2016 05:17:01 +0000 Anna 1701751@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I think the style is so you. And the colors are really good with your hair and skin tone. I think it looks modern and elegant. Let us know what yiu decide. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wib-splurge-dress---is-it-worth-it/page/3#post-1701656 Mon, 25 Jul 2016 02:15:25 +0000 Karie 1701656@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I like it as a dress, but less so as a tunic. It is beautiful, but quite honestly, I prefer the dresses on your other thread (your NAS thread) over this one. It might be nice to keep as it is definitely less classic/more arty, but only you can decide if the price tag is worth that. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wib-splurge-dress---is-it-worth-it/page/3#post-1701567 Mon, 25 Jul 2016 00:14:33 +0000 Barbara Diane 1701567@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Personal opinion here. I like it as a dress, but not "winterized". </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wib-splurge-dress---is-it-worth-it/page/3#post-1701287 Sun, 24 Jul 2016 15:34:46 +0000 gradfashionista 1701287@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I think the next size up will be too big--the dress already looks like it's the right size in the shoulders and is appropriately low in the chest.</p> <p>After reading all the comments and looking at your pics, I'm a bit torn. Like a previous poster, my opinions are coloured by the price tag and for the kind of garment that price is getting. Somehow, the dress looks too casual to my eye to cost so much, though I would understand the price tag for a formal gown, structured piece, coat, etc. If it cost, say $200-300, I would jump at the chance. The colour and flow are beautiful, and are a nice change from more structured sheath silhouettes, though. But I wouldn't purchase it if I didn't plan on wearing it primarily as is--no leggings, no toppers. </p> <p>Janet's distinction about loving the idea of the dress vs wearing it is spot on. If you have the patience/time, maybe hang on to the dress and revisit it in a month. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wib-splurge-dress---is-it-worth-it/page/3#post-1701281 Sun, 24 Jul 2016 15:12:25 +0000 Traci 1701281@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Great idea to try the size up, Rachy! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wib-splurge-dress---is-it-worth-it/page/3#post-1701277 Sun, 24 Jul 2016 14:44:10 +0000 AviaMariah 1701277@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I think this dress is stunning in you - both ways. I can't comment as to how it fits in the budget but I look you look gorgeous it! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wib-splurge-dress---is-it-worth-it/page/3#post-1701182 Sun, 24 Jul 2016 10:22:59 +0000 rachylou 1701182@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Oh, I think you should (!) I wear 4s and 6s; they're often so close... </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wib-splurge-dress---is-it-worth-it/page/2#post-1701181 Sun, 24 Jul 2016 10:06:34 +0000 Staysfit 1701181@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Rachy, maybe I should size up? This is the 4, it looks like they still have a 6. I had that thought myself but worried the neckline might get too low. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wib-splurge-dress---is-it-worth-it/page/2#post-1701152 Sun, 24 Jul 2016 06:58:39 +0000 rachylou 1701152@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I'm a little on the fence. I love it and you have good knees, but I do like it better with leggings. The reason I'm on the fence, though, as a dress, is because I think it's not ballooning out enough. I'm not sure if it should fit so well...I'm thinking it should hang more like a hand-me down for that designer factor... </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wib-splurge-dress---is-it-worth-it/page/2#post-1701133 Sun, 24 Jul 2016 04:47:29 +0000 Nishaa 1701133@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Okay, didn't comment before coz a dress on model and IRL can look very different. And looks like you have made up your mind somewhat.<br /> I agree price point can be individual. And this is statement piece. I've seen some of your previous outfits.<br /> And I actually like it better on its own. But I suggest you focus on how you feel when wearing it becoz we can only see 2D..<br /> Sorry if this is late </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wib-splurge-dress---is-it-worth-it/page/2#post-1701119 Sun, 24 Jul 2016 04:14:40 +0000 unfrumped 1701119@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>It's nice but somehow I'm underwhelmed. Perhaps it's the price giving my reverse goggle eyes? Maybd j expected it to cause World Peace? Or the fabric is more impressive IRL? I think the colors are in your palette, but somehow are not as delicious as I'd hoped and the pattern as well. These to me are most important with the drapey asymmetrical style. Sorry if that is raining on parade, and of course if it fits your wow- meter and occasion needs , that is what is important. I think I'm comparing to some other dresses and outfits you've shown where I truly DID go WOW. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wib-splurge-dress---is-it-worth-it/page/2#post-1701039 Sun, 24 Jul 2016 02:51:30 +0000 Suz 1701039@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I commented on your other thread but should clarify that I do like the dress on you. It's truly lovely. I just think you look <b>even</b> better in the more tailored items.&nbsp;</p> <p>I like this as a dress much more than layered with the other items. If you were going to wear it that way, I'd prefer it with a lighter coloured topper as Coco suggests. But I think it comes fully into its own as the beautiful dress it is.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wib-splurge-dress---is-it-worth-it/page/2#post-1701036 Sun, 24 Jul 2016 02:33:48 +0000 Cococat 1701036@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>The colour and style really suit you and I can see how it could be worn for the different seasons. I can see it with a lighter jacket, cream or white, for cooler weather.</p> <p>It's a beautiful statement piece and I'm glad you decided to keep it. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wib-splurge-dress---is-it-worth-it/page/2#post-1701034 Sun, 24 Jul 2016 02:22:24 +0000 crazyone 1701034@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>the color and shape of the dress are gorgeous on you! &nbsp;I agree that the topper doesn't suit it--if you want to make it casual, how about a cropped white denim jacket?</p> <p> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wib-splurge-dress---is-it-worth-it/page/2#post-1701017 Sun, 24 Jul 2016 01:59:23 +0000 Firecracker (Sharan) 1701017@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I think it's gorgeous on you as a dress. I like the shape; it has volume, but it also has structure, so it doesn't swallow you. I like the length and find it flattering to your legs. I think it's a keeper as a dress alone. <br />I like the idea of it with the leggings, but I'm not keen on the topper with it. I'm wondering if you would have a shorter, cropped one or a longer one--same length or longer than the dress--to try as options? What about a leather jacket over it?</p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wib-splurge-dress---is-it-worth-it/page/2#post-1701015 Sun, 24 Jul 2016 01:58:58 +0000 Momo 1701015@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>It looks beautiful. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wib-splurge-dress---is-it-worth-it/page/2#post-1700984 Sun, 24 Jul 2016 01:21:43 +0000 Banoffi 1700984@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>The dress looks fabulous on you! &nbsp;I love that you can wear it both as a dress and a tunic, for different looks and different seasons. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wib-splurge-dress---is-it-worth-it/page/2#post-1700975 Sun, 24 Jul 2016 01:06:08 +0000 Staysfit 1700975@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>It passes the sit test! I always check that. I sit a lot at work so everything I wear has to look good and fit well while sitting. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wib-splurge-dress---is-it-worth-it/page/2#post-1700971 Sun, 24 Jul 2016 01:02:33 +0000 Traci 1700971@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I love it. &nbsp;My only reservation is about the amount of middle thigh coverage when you're sitting. &nbsp;If that's ok then I'm a definite keep vote. &nbsp;I think it's great on it's own, but I'm crazy wild about it with the cardigan and leggings. &nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wib-splurge-dress---is-it-worth-it/page/2#post-1700959 Sun, 24 Jul 2016 00:47:45 +0000 Anonymous 1700959@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I think you've found a way to wear this through the seasons. It's a statement piece you pull off well. I probably prefer it summerized, because I see nothing to hide about your knees. If it fits into your budget, I say keep. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wib-splurge-dress---is-it-worth-it/page/2#post-1700956 Sun, 24 Jul 2016 00:38:18 +0000 Joyce B 1700956@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>It looks lovely on you! I think it is too pricey but it does suit you. Of course what is pricey or not is up to the individual so YMMV. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wib-splurge-dress---is-it-worth-it/page/2#post-1700937 Sun, 24 Jul 2016 00:16:13 +0000 Style Fan 1700937@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I think you look amazing in the dress.&nbsp; You have great knees.&nbsp; I don't see anything wrong with them.&nbsp; I prefer the dress without the leggings and cardigan.&nbsp; That is my preference.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wib-splurge-dress---is-it-worth-it/page/2#post-1700931 Sun, 24 Jul 2016 00:07:49 +0000 Staysfit 1700931@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I finally took some pics. What do you think? </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wib-splurge-dress---is-it-worth-it/page/2#post-1697337 Tue, 19 Jul 2016 07:55:02 +0000 bella 1697337@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Absolutely! There is nothing wrong with repeating an outfit, and a low CPW may not be a consideration. I was just trying to think of some points in case you haven't perhaps thought about them.&nbsp;<br />Looking forward to seeing your pictures in this gorgeous dress.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wib-splurge-dress---is-it-worth-it/page/2#post-1697124 Mon, 18 Jul 2016 22:55:33 +0000 Sal 1697124@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I like what you said there Unfrumped. I can be guilty of not considering an expensive piece when it may be the perfect addition even if it takes out my whole budget. It is having the confidence that it is in fact the perfect piece!! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wib-splurge-dress---is-it-worth-it/page/2#post-1697102 Mon, 18 Jul 2016 22:04:21 +0000 Suz 1697102@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I have never seen anything wrong with your knees, either! (And I am overly sensitive about my own, for similar reasons, without your height and long legs, so I understand this concern.)&nbsp;</p> <p>I am eagerly awaiting photos. This has been an interesting conversation.&nbsp;</p> <p> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wib-splurge-dress---is-it-worth-it/page/2#post-1697052 Mon, 18 Jul 2016 20:53:27 +0000 Staysfit 1697052@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Thanks Lenni, maybe it's how I posed in the photo, or as I said, my distorted thinking. I will do my best to post pics as soon as I can. Then everyone here can either further help me deal with this dysmorphic thinking of mine, or help me with the proportions of the dress, etc. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wib-splurge-dress---is-it-worth-it/page/2#post-1696983 Mon, 18 Jul 2016 19:23:19 +0000 Lenni A 1696983@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I just glanced at your recent post that included a photo of you wearing white shorts at a length well above the knee. I didn't see ANY droop around the knee, "overhang", or bulk! You have beautiful, slim, shapely, legs! Seriously, I can't comment on any vein-related concerns from the distance of the photo, but in terms of shape and proportion you have extremely nice legs! Truly. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wib-splurge-dress---is-it-worth-it/page/2#post-1696728 Mon, 18 Jul 2016 11:31:54 +0000 Staysfit 1696728@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I hope to take pics after work today and post. Thanks for all the thoughtful feedback. It has been helpful as I ponder whether I should keep or return.</p> <p>Barbara Diane, my legs are very muscular, and I think maybe even a bit bulky compared to the rest of me. My knees have that muscle that droops/overhangs the kneecap. I hate the way it looks. I also have varicose veins and spider veins, although I don't worry about those. It's more the other issues that I am self conscious of. It may just be me and distorted thinking, but maybe not. The dress may also end at an unflattering place proportionally. </p>