https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw-need-honest-feedback-on-this-dress Style Advice for Fashion Lovers en-US Sat, 06 Jun 2026 00:53:51 +0000 http://bbpress.org/?v=1.0.2 q https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/search.php https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw-need-honest-feedback-on-this-dress/page/2#post-617126 Fri, 11 May 2012 01:34:09 +0000 Vix 617126@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Hi Una --</p> <p>Thanks much for both the compliment and the "receivership." </p> <p>On YLF I generally try to coat my opinion in diplomatic terms but this week all that's left is blunt, ha.</p> <p>Truly though, the dress is great for your coloring, style, and life -- so I'm glad you're exploring alterations. You've worn it enough to test it out and not get over the "hump," so to speak, so hopefully a tailor can make it more psychologically and physically comfortable for you. Keep us posted! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw-need-honest-feedback-on-this-dress/page/2#post-615956 Wed, 09 May 2012 15:58:01 +0000 catgirl 615956@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Vix, I've worn it at least 5 times, but that doesn't seem like enough for a dress of this amazing caliber. I'm going to try it backwards, though there is an exposed back zipper. It's not the just being convinced about how it looks, it's also the actual comfort across my neck. It's not strangling me, but you know some things just BUG you? </p> <p>I trust your honesty and sartorial opinion highly! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw-need-honest-feedback-on-this-dress/page/2#post-615889 Wed, 09 May 2012 14:29:42 +0000 cheryl 615889@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I love it! I think you look fantastic! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw-need-honest-feedback-on-this-dress/page/2#post-615884 Wed, 09 May 2012 14:07:00 +0000 Vix 615884@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Hi Una--</p> <p>Are you saying you have had this (spendy!) dress for over a year and not worn it once? Or just that you aren't wearing it often? [estimate?]</p> <p>Either way: I'd hang it on the wall, consign it, or alter it. People raved about it as-is when you first posted and that wasn't enough to get you over the hump of discomfort -- do you see that shifting?</p> <p>I went back and looked to see if I'd responded. Yep -- and no change in advice from me. ;)</p> <p>&gt;&gt;I know it's a spendy dress, but IMO tailoring that high boatneck to even a shallow scoop or V would better frame your face and create more balance.</p> <p>Make your clothes work for you! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw-need-honest-feedback-on-this-dress/page/2#post-615755 Wed, 09 May 2012 06:39:59 +0000 Kate 615755@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Una, I love it as is on you. I think the neckline looks just fine. But if having it altered means you will be more comfortable, then have that baby altered and start wearing it! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw-need-honest-feedback-on-this-dress/page/2#post-615688 Wed, 09 May 2012 04:45:46 +0000 catgirl 615688@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>OMG, you all are so sweet! </p> <p>My neck is definitely a hang-up. I have a thyroid issue which means my neck is swollen and I definitely feel both mentally and physically sensitive about it. As a couple of you have mentioned, anything too high or tight gives me a choking sensation. And as I've started working out more, my shoulders have gotten broader, making the neckline stretch even higher where it might otherwise be a little more forgiving. For that reason, I am going to look into having the neckline lowered to a comfort point, because that is really the only thing keeping me from wearing it more.</p> <p>I went to a Bar meeting (not a bar meeting!) and got compliments from the women there, which was nice. Someone told me they loved my "steampunk" booties. Who knew estate planning attorneys could be so with it? :-)</p> <p>A million thanks for all the feedback. Looks like I'm keeping this baby (and I do love it!). </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw-need-honest-feedback-on-this-dress/page/2#post-615685 Wed, 09 May 2012 04:37:23 +0000 ManidipaM 615685@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Una, I DO NOT see neck stumpage! I see fabulosity. I see a strong, sharp woman in a great, fun, tending-t-sexy dress.</p> <p>That said, I have a short neck too, and appearances apart, some necklines just hit at a point where my neck *feels* the niggle. A barely there pressure *feels* like it's choking. If THAT is what's preventing you from wearing this dress more --- ie, a tactile rather than a visual aesthetic consideration --- go get that neckline swung down a bit right away! </p> <p>This dress is TOO, TOO GOOD on you to keep languishing in the dark of the closet. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw-need-honest-feedback-on-this-dress/page/2#post-615595 Wed, 09 May 2012 02:04:41 +0000 Sveta 615595@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Love the dress on you and unless this neckline makes you physically uncomfortable (some high necklines do that to me) I would not alter it. Remember Angie's post from last year about emphasizing your body traits rather than fighting them? You have beautiful strong shoulders and arms so show them of and make them the stars! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw-need-honest-feedback-on-this-dress/page/2#post-615586 Wed, 09 May 2012 01:57:19 +0000 goldenpig 615586@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>What? You look great in this dress! Keep as is!</p> <p>And the pics in the last thread look great too. I see Angie gave you a K2K! Wear with confidence! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw-need-honest-feedback-on-this-dress/page/2#post-615571 Wed, 09 May 2012 01:38:30 +0000 Sarah A 615571@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I am also an IT with a dress with a similar neckline. My trick has been to wear a non v necklace (2mmomega chain) just at the length of the neckline and since it is the omega link it stays round, then I hang a dangly pendant on it. Looking for a photo link from WIW for you but I can't figure out how to paste on the @#$5% HP touchpad. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw-need-honest-feedback-on-this-dress/page/2#post-615560 Wed, 09 May 2012 01:28:16 +0000 Aida 615560@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I like this neckline a lot for you actually, you have beautiful shoulders! Without a topper you'd have to be OK with it slightly emphasizing your IT shape. Honestly I think it looks fab and a bit powerful against the fact that you're in a dress </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw-need-honest-feedback-on-this-dress/page/2#post-615556 Wed, 09 May 2012 01:26:18 +0000 Echo 615556@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I Love this dress, and I love it on you. It doesn't need any alteration whatsoever. If you are overly conscious of an IT shape, I'd try a lighter coloured sweater, which would create the same V shape and line to lengthen but would not make the shoulder line as bold. But honestly it works with the black, too. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw-need-honest-feedback-on-this-dress#post-615525 Wed, 09 May 2012 01:07:46 +0000 nancylee 615525@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>That is a very cool dress, Una. I really don't see any problem with the higher neckline, and I really love the way you've styled it. Everything works really well: the jacket, boots, the pendant. All that said, if you feel funny in a higher neckline you could have it altered so you feel better. But, to my eye, it's working. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw-need-honest-feedback-on-this-dress#post-615521 Wed, 09 May 2012 01:04:49 +0000 Jaime 615521@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Well I have never been formally diagnosed, but I have IT tendencies AND a self defined stubby neck so I do understand you, but I love that dress on you and this outfit is FAB. I do not see a stubby neck. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw-need-honest-feedback-on-this-dress#post-615514 Wed, 09 May 2012 00:59:40 +0000 Angie 615514@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I really like this outfit! So the dress works as is for me. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw-need-honest-feedback-on-this-dress#post-615458 Wed, 09 May 2012 00:12:01 +0000 catgirl 615458@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>There are no collar bones showing, Claire. It's not a boat-neck or a slash neck, just a really high neckline. I still haven't found the best place to take pictures in my house! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw-need-honest-feedback-on-this-dress#post-615451 Wed, 09 May 2012 00:07:16 +0000 Anonymous 615451@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Eegads girl, was your camera on the floor in your original thread? It's had to see if it's a slash neckline or if it's curved a bit and your collar bones are just slightly exposed. Neck issues aside, I think the latter is more flattering on those of us with shoulders. Your neck looks fine to me! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw-need-honest-feedback-on-this-dress#post-615448 Wed, 09 May 2012 00:03:32 +0000 cheryle (Dianthus) 615448@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I like it as is. Actually I think it is extremely flattering on you but if you don't find it comfortable, then I think you should have the neckline altered to allow you to wear it. The print and colors look really fab on you as does the fit. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw-need-honest-feedback-on-this-dress#post-615446 Tue, 08 May 2012 23:58:50 +0000 Deborah 615446@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>This dress looks fantastic on you Una. No neck stubbage to be seen.</p> <p>Anna Wintour often wears this neckline and puts a short statement necklace with it. Just a thought.</p> <p>I love the styling of it here and I think it's wonderful, I wouldn't touch it, just wear it and enjoy. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw-need-honest-feedback-on-this-dress#post-615249 Tue, 08 May 2012 19:49:06 +0000 CocoLion 615249@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Again, I don't think it's worth messing with. If you wear a pendant (when you're not wearing it with a jacket or sweater), it will help with the rectangularity of the dress.</p> <p>Looking at the picture compared to last year, you look fitter. Have you been working out or what is your secret? You seem to be reversing the aging process. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw-need-honest-feedback-on-this-dress#post-615248 Tue, 08 May 2012 19:48:07 +0000 christieanne 615248@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I just checked them out as well - and I clearly see your beautiful neck! I still think the dress is amazing and you look great in it. You have to believe it too though </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw-need-honest-feedback-on-this-dress#post-615246 Tue, 08 May 2012 19:45:40 +0000 Transcona Shannon 615246@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I've look at the pics from last year and man...you look AMAZING in this dress Una! Truly. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw-need-honest-feedback-on-this-dress#post-615237 Tue, 08 May 2012 19:38:26 +0000 catgirl 615237@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Vildy, EXACTLY! </p> <p>I am going to see about getting it altered so I will wear it more. Also try some scarf/tie/jacket tricks as you all have suggested. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw-need-honest-feedback-on-this-dress#post-615234 Tue, 08 May 2012 19:35:40 +0000 catgirl 615234@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Here's the original thread. with photos:</p> <p><a href="http://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/keep-or-return-ted-baker-dress" rel="nofollow">http://youlookfab.com/welookfa.....aker-dress</a></p> <p>I trust you all implicitly, so if you say there's no neck stubbage, I will believe you... Now to brainwash my head! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw-need-honest-feedback-on-this-dress#post-615219 Tue, 08 May 2012 19:29:24 +0000 Jonesy 615219@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>My honest feedback is that I love this dress on you, I envy this dress, this dress is gorgeous, totally you, and fab! I remember seeing it last year right after you bought it, and thinking that the neckline was totally fine and dandy. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw-need-honest-feedback-on-this-dress#post-615218 Tue, 08 May 2012 19:27:50 +0000 Kate 615218@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Una, can we see it without the sweater?</p> <p>From what I see, this dress is a winner. The pattern is beautiful and the fit looks great. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw-need-honest-feedback-on-this-dress#post-615185 Tue, 08 May 2012 18:32:03 +0000 Meredith1953 615185@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Looks lovely and I don't see a "stubby" neck at all...I think you should MAKE it work in the way that will be confortable for you! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw-need-honest-feedback-on-this-dress#post-615181 Tue, 08 May 2012 18:29:15 +0000 kellygirl 615181@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I love the column of color under the dark jacket. I don't see any neckline issues when worn like this. It doesn't look like a high neckline either because it doesn't appear to obscure your neck. I think it's beautiful as is. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw-need-honest-feedback-on-this-dress#post-615155 Tue, 08 May 2012 18:01:46 +0000 rae 615155@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Or, have you ever tried wearing it backward a la Angie? </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw-need-honest-feedback-on-this-dress#post-615150 Tue, 08 May 2012 17:58:30 +0000 ironkurtin 615150@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Can we see it without the sweater?</p> <p>You can definitely have the neckline altered to something you love more in any case. </p>