https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wib-two-dresses-helmut-lang-and-amanda-uprichard Style Advice for Fashion Lovers en-US Fri, 24 Apr 2026 17:01:04 +0000 http://bbpress.org/?v=1.0.2 q https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/search.php https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wib-two-dresses-helmut-lang-and-amanda-uprichard/page/2#post-1118616 Fri, 20 Dec 2013 06:12:45 +0000 Anonymous 1118616@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Beautiful in both, but the first is exceptional. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wib-two-dresses-helmut-lang-and-amanda-uprichard/page/2#post-1118398 Thu, 19 Dec 2013 23:03:13 +0000 rae 1118398@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Late to the party, but I had to come and high five you on the HL! So glad it worked out. I really was wowed when you sent the photos!</p> <p>And the blue dress is amazing as well. Different than others I've seen you in. I love the soft and luxurious feel! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wib-two-dresses-helmut-lang-and-amanda-uprichard/page/2#post-1118354 Thu, 19 Dec 2013 21:35:21 +0000 gryffin 1118354@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Vicki - I am off to virtual Nordies!!&nbsp; But&nbsp;that dress&nbsp;can never look that good on me.&nbsp; Your figure is truly stunning and the dress is a major wowza but in that I'm too classy for my ruching way!!&nbsp; I never wore HL till this year.&nbsp; I've been on a jacket binge (tux jacket and leather sleeve blazer)&nbsp; His tailoring is suberb - wow&nbsp;am I late to this party.&nbsp; But I have not tried on any of the dresses.&nbsp; Enjoy both your beautiful dresses.&nbsp; You look wonderful in them! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wib-two-dresses-helmut-lang-and-amanda-uprichard/page/2#post-1118348 Thu, 19 Dec 2013 21:28:27 +0000 Vicki 1118348@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Donna, IK, Jeanie, Suz and Greyscale, thanks for your comments and tips. &nbsp;Yes, Donna, trying another belt style is a good way to add some variety and I think it would work.</p> <p>IK, you're right;&nbsp;I am feeling great about these selections and I guess it shows.</p> <p>Jeanie, thanks for your exclamation points!!! &nbsp;That always feels good. &nbsp;:)</p> <p>Suz, I think the HL dress will work with different shoes and while my preference is to wear the Okalas, of course, that is impossible in NYC in mid-December, so the Aquatalias will be the way to go when we're out.</p> <p>Greyscale, I think you touched on something about the "shift style" and that's why it works. &nbsp;I hadn't thought of that, but this may be why it feels so "fluid" on me. &nbsp;Thanks for offering that.</p> <p>Gp, as someone who often wears dresses often, your comments mean a lot.</p> <p>Gryffin, I'm so excited you like the HL, too. &nbsp;Yes, it is the Helmut Lang "Nova" Jersey Dress and it's on sale now on the Nordstrom site, although there aren't many sizes left. &nbsp;I did order two sizes, a small and a medium, and what you see, above, is the medium, so I did size up. &nbsp;Honestly, I probably could have sized up to a large and that still may have worked, but since I have narrow shoulders, the medium was fine for me. &nbsp;I hope you can find the size you're looking for.</p> <p>Mochi, thanks, and next time you come to town, maybe I'll wear one of them. &nbsp;:) </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wib-two-dresses-helmut-lang-and-amanda-uprichard#post-1117980 Thu, 19 Dec 2013 12:37:46 +0000 Mochi 1117980@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>You look gorgeous in both dresses, Vicki. The HL dress, wow.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wib-two-dresses-helmut-lang-and-amanda-uprichard#post-1117968 Thu, 19 Dec 2013 11:26:33 +0000 gryffin 1117968@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Vicki - you look absolutely, totaly and divinely stunning.&nbsp; The HL dress looks like it was made for you!!&nbsp; I know it's body con but it reads as elegant, skimming and chic.&nbsp; I also love it best with the okalas and the SW boots with the fab leopard clutch!!&nbsp; Wowza!!&nbsp; May I ask a ?&nbsp; Did you need to size up?&nbsp; I have a couple of HL jackets (amazing tailoring) but I needed to go up a size.&nbsp; In a fitted dress like that I was even thinking of trying 2 sizes up since it would be an internet order.&nbsp; I had not heard of Amanda Uprichard either but gosh she makes a lovely dress!!&nbsp; The ink blue is wonderful with your coloring!!&nbsp; It just make you glow!!&nbsp; Kudos to helper Rae!!&nbsp; Great choices!!&nbsp; I hope you adore wearing them!! </p> <p>PS Vicki - I am totally crushing on that HL dress.&nbsp; Is that the Nova dress in eucalyptus?&nbsp; Is it gray or green?&nbsp; Nordies does not have it but neiman's does.&nbsp; Interested in&nbsp;what you think of fit.&nbsp; Many thanks!! ;-)</p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wib-two-dresses-helmut-lang-and-amanda-uprichard#post-1117954 Thu, 19 Dec 2013 08:38:01 +0000 goldenpig 1117954@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Both of these dresses are spectacular on you--especially love the fit of the first and the color of the second! My faves are #3, #5, and #11! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wib-two-dresses-helmut-lang-and-amanda-uprichard#post-1117951 Thu, 19 Dec 2013 08:12:20 +0000 Greyscale 1117951@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>The silk dress is wonderful. I love silk shirtdresses but they often don't fit quite right. This one, maybe because it's really a shift rather than a full button-down, has such a perfect fluid cut. It's instant class. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wib-two-dresses-helmut-lang-and-amanda-uprichard#post-1117894 Thu, 19 Dec 2013 05:06:39 +0000 Suz 1117894@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Vicki, these are sensational on you. What terrific finds. The Helmut is just amazing, and if it also packs well, what could be better? That green is so sophisticated. I also love the silk. The colour is so rich.&nbsp;</p> <p>The Okalas look great with the Helmut, but if you are travelling soon and the weather holds, you might be wearing boots (assuming you will not be indoors all the time.) Weather is cold, snowy, damp, slushy. Not nice for bare shoes. Luckily the tall boots will also work.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wib-two-dresses-helmut-lang-and-amanda-uprichard#post-1117891 Thu, 19 Dec 2013 05:03:27 +0000 Jeanie 1117891@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>That HL is to die for on you!!! &nbsp;Triple exclamations points! &nbsp;Love #5 because it looks warm and not expected. &nbsp;I also love #3 if you want to be more dressy. &nbsp;The blue dress is super-fab too. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wib-two-dresses-helmut-lang-and-amanda-uprichard#post-1117816 Thu, 19 Dec 2013 02:40:33 +0000 ironkurtin 1117816@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>You clearly are loving your purchases!&nbsp; That's the best way to build a closet! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wib-two-dresses-helmut-lang-and-amanda-uprichard#post-1117813 Thu, 19 Dec 2013 02:35:31 +0000 DonnaF 1117813@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I love how the first dress shows off your great figure, and the blue, THE BLUE, of the second one.&nbsp; I don't remember what belts you own. . .I'm wondering how a non-self belt would look. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wib-two-dresses-helmut-lang-and-amanda-uprichard#post-1117484 Wed, 18 Dec 2013 20:13:44 +0000 Vicki 1117484@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Angie, I am so stoked that you like the frocks, because I was veering into uncharted (for me) territory.</p> <p>Una, Catnip and Unfrumped, thank you, and Una, I understand about the HL fit issues, because I jumped up a size in this one and still deliberated for some time.</p> <p>Rachylou, Caro, Mia and MuseumGal, I appreciate the feedback on the dress and shoes. &nbsp;I know the neutral ones will work and on another day I may even toy with booties.</p> <p>Debora and Jacky, I too, fell in love with the color of the blue silk dress. &nbsp;Even though I can wear blue, I have to watch out for some blues that seem drab on me.</p> <p>Joy, Janet, Parsley and Shevia, thank you for your comments, and you know, Janet and Shevia, I think it's a toss-up as to the Okalas and the boots, as I liked both looks. &nbsp;I'm guessing ballet flats wouldn't work, unless I did some type of legging layering, but that may be asking too much of the dress.</p> <p>Beth Ann, Deborah, Claire and Marley, I'm happy you can see the styling and wearability in these two! &nbsp;Deborah, "eucalyptus" is a dark and muted gray-green and while it's dark, I found it to be a nice change from black or navy. &nbsp;Claire, my shoe twin, I think the Okalas add some interest to this "solid" and I'm tipping my hat to you on the silk fabrication of the blue dress. &nbsp;I'm learning to hold out and read those labels on the lower left side of the garment as I saw you doing over and over again at Shoptoberfest. &nbsp;Marley, yes, I'm tempted to go "unsashed" around town and give it a go. &nbsp;I like the idea of doing "arty."</p> <p>Carambola and AJ, I'm delighted you like the fit and drape of both. &nbsp;They are now ready for wear.</p> <p>Thank you, everyone. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wib-two-dresses-helmut-lang-and-amanda-uprichard#post-1117084 Wed, 18 Dec 2013 05:59:19 +0000 AJ 1117084@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Both dresses are fabulous! You are just gorgeous in both. I can see why the tags are already off. Lovely finds. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wib-two-dresses-helmut-lang-and-amanda-uprichard#post-1117078 Wed, 18 Dec 2013 05:50:24 +0000 carambola 1117078@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>You look fantastic in both of these! I am blown away. The fit of the Helmut Lang is just perfect on you and the color and drape of the 2nd dress look so luxurious. My favorites are the Okalas and tall boots for the 1st dress and the tan shoes for the 2nd. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wib-two-dresses-helmut-lang-and-amanda-uprichard#post-1117045 Wed, 18 Dec 2013 04:53:23 +0000 Marley 1117045@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Wowza Vicki!&nbsp; You look beautiful in both of these dresses - you know, I think that you could wear any of the footwear you have featured in these photos and they'd all work great!&nbsp; Just depends on your need for warmth I guess!&nbsp; You know, I really like the 2nd dress unsashed.&nbsp; I love the arty, creative vibe it gives off when it's oversized and loose - as opposed to the belted version which is more traditionally classic.&nbsp; Also - the colors are good on you - but,&nbsp; the blue in that 2nd dress - Perfect! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wib-two-dresses-helmut-lang-and-amanda-uprichard#post-1117032 Wed, 18 Dec 2013 04:36:44 +0000 Anonymous 1117032@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Holy cow woman! These are some fantastic dresses. I really love the first one, it really shows off your figure! The second is such a lovely color--and silk! How divine. I'll defer to Angie's choice for shoe choices with these. Now I need to faint delicately onto my divan and be fanned until I come to! *waving to my cheetah Okala twin* &nbsp;;) </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wib-two-dresses-helmut-lang-and-amanda-uprichard#post-1117023 Wed, 18 Dec 2013 04:30:26 +0000 Deborah 1117023@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I love them both on you Vicki!&nbsp; Stunning.&nbsp; So what colour is Eucalyptus?&nbsp;Dark green?&nbsp; I can't tell from the pic.&nbsp; The second dress is the most amazing colour, divine. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wib-two-dresses-helmut-lang-and-amanda-uprichard#post-1117018 Wed, 18 Dec 2013 04:25:40 +0000 Beth Ann 1117018@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>What gorgeous dresses, both of them!&nbsp; #1 is a great choice for NYC, and all the stylings are terrific!&nbsp; I think #4 is my favorite, although #5 is probably best for NYC in winter.&nbsp; The blue dress is arty and fab, and the color is outstanding. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wib-two-dresses-helmut-lang-and-amanda-uprichard#post-1116946 Wed, 18 Dec 2013 03:26:15 +0000 Jaime 1116946@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Well the Helmut Lang dress was just made for you. I love it with the Okalas and also the knee high boots. The blue of the AU dress is just stunning on you. You look gorgeous all around! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wib-two-dresses-helmut-lang-and-amanda-uprichard#post-1116940 Wed, 18 Dec 2013 03:22:11 +0000 Parsley 1116940@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Wow!<br />You look fabulous in both of these dresses, Vicki!<br />I think they'll both have a great niche in your wardrobe.</p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wib-two-dresses-helmut-lang-and-amanda-uprichard#post-1116934 Wed, 18 Dec 2013 03:17:51 +0000 Janet 1116934@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Both are great, but I really, really, really love that HL on you! </p> <p>I'm kind of surprised how much I like it with tall boots. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wib-two-dresses-helmut-lang-and-amanda-uprichard#post-1116929 Wed, 18 Dec 2013 03:15:35 +0000 Anonymous 1116929@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Both dresses are stunning on you! I like the Helmut Lang best with the Okalas and the blue dress both loose or with a belt. The longer back hem really gives it a special look. The color and fluid fit are beautiful on you. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wib-two-dresses-helmut-lang-and-amanda-uprichard#post-1116886 Wed, 18 Dec 2013 02:41:34 +0000 Jacky 1116886@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Wow, both are gorgeous! I love the color on the second one, and silk is always a winner. The fit of the HL dress is fantastic and the ruching works really well. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wib-two-dresses-helmut-lang-and-amanda-uprichard#post-1116834 Wed, 18 Dec 2013 01:06:11 +0000 Debora 1116834@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>You are a stunner in both of these, Vicki! The first will be a great dress for NYC, and I love the vibrant blue of the second. Wow! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wib-two-dresses-helmut-lang-and-amanda-uprichard#post-1116830 Wed, 18 Dec 2013 01:02:00 +0000 MuseumGal 1116830@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Whoa.&nbsp; You are smokin' in both of these! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wib-two-dresses-helmut-lang-and-amanda-uprichard#post-1116779 Wed, 18 Dec 2013 00:14:54 +0000 Mia 1116779@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>That Helmut Lang knocks it out of the park. &nbsp;Beautiful on you.<br />The blue is lovely too. &nbsp;&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wib-two-dresses-helmut-lang-and-amanda-uprichard#post-1116778 Wed, 18 Dec 2013 00:14:45 +0000 Caro in Oz 1116778@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>#3 to #5 &amp; #10 are my favourites. YLF in both dresses&nbsp;:) </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wib-two-dresses-helmut-lang-and-amanda-uprichard#post-1116776 Wed, 18 Dec 2013 00:12:56 +0000 rachylou 1116776@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Both dresses are great. I'm really impressed with how well you wear the Helmut.</p> <p>I think I'm in a mood today, because I like both dresses best with the tan shoes. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wib-two-dresses-helmut-lang-and-amanda-uprichard#post-1116746 Tue, 17 Dec 2013 23:44:50 +0000 Angie 1116746@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Both frocks are just beautiful, Vicki, Wow-Beautiful. 11 out of 10.&nbsp;</p> <p>I love the way the first dress ruches over the bust in #2, and I like it best with the Okalas. I like the blue dress best with the belt and light cognac shoes. So sultry and elegant. You are a sight for sore eyes, pretty lady.&nbsp; </p>