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Ask Angie: how to wear jackets over printed dresses?

mtallen

Angie

I have a company dinner party/banquet with my husbands organization on Thursday November 13. I plan to wear the dress shown here that I found at a clearance center for 65% and the an additional 80%! The. weather is pretty temperate here Thursday night is predicted to be 31° So I need to cover my arms and accessorize this dress. I read your article on Jackets over Dresses (http://youlookfab.com/2010/10/.....r-dresses/ ) but would love to hear your suggestions on jacket, jewelry and shoes. The problem for me is the strong print on the dress and the faux leather trim. What would look fab!

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Suz

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That's a great looking dress.

How about something like this for a topper?

Trouvé Trouvé Mixed Texture Jacket

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Lucy

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I love that dress!
How about a moto style jacket. The dress has that slightly tough edge, I think it would look great. Then you could choose some booties to keep with the theme, or something more delicate for a juxtaposition.
Have fun!

mtallen

Thank you that's a great idea to capitalize on the edginess ( new term for me!) with booties and a moto style jacket.

kkards

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mtallen, does it need to be a jacket? for events like this, i have found that a velvet, silk or cashmere wrap works really well, and lets the dress shine. i couldn't find a velvet wrap but here are some others that i found on nordstroms site as examples.

Adrianna Papell Satin Wrap

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La Fiorentina Beaded Border Scarf

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Echo Luxe Striped Wrap

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UmmLila (Lisa)

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No surprise -- I second Suz on the trouvé jacket being nice with a dress (the length is good)

Angie

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You're after something short - fitted or boxy - to wear over the dress for the most flattering proportions. A maxi cardigan is a nice idea too.

unfrumped

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I'm not the expert here, but would think about what you need for warmth and what does "dinner party" mean. Do you only wear your jackets to get to & fro, and plan to go sleeveless indoors, or do you like to have a sleeve for the whole evening?
If it's a sit-down dinner, then bulky jackets/sleeves would be a problem--some moto's but not all, for instance. Also I find wraps a total pain if you really want coverage the whole evening--they're not warm and they require fussing. Better for standing around and not needing too much warmth. I think the dress you showed is more of a sporty-jacket look than a shawl wrap. And if it's not a dressy cocktail/formal affair, you can go for a less sparkly/dressy look but still "dressed up".

mtallen

Thank you all. Being a member of this forum is invaluable to me! kkards it does not have to be a jacket but it's more of a business dressy affair and not so formal. Suz I love that jacket but it's not available any longer. But you put me in the right direction. Thanks Angie I need something boxy in my life all I really have our cardigans, suit jackets and blazers. Unfrumped thank you for the guiding questions. So with all your input this is what I came up with. The jacket I obtain some belt tonight at great discount. The shoes were also on my fall shopping list and I got those tonight as well.

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Inge

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Looks perfect, mtallen (and what a stunning dress). Have fun at the dinner!

viva

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Looks like a fabulous outfit. And I second the love for that gorgeous dress.

carambola

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Great choices. You will look amazing!

unfrumped

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Those look like great choices. Post a final pic if you have time!

mtallen

The final look! I'm wearing these booties & jacket to death! It's a new look for me this edgy thing! Thank you all for your help!

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kkards

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YLF! this look just perfect!

thimblelina

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Great dress & great topper solution. Promise me you'll wear it again in the spring with a white jean jacket & slip on sneaks. It's a great dress!

mtallen

I promise

Echo

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Love the final look! The jacket and booties really go well with the dress, and you look great!

Jenava

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Oh, I love this! You nailed it. Have fun at your dinner!!

Mia

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You look so fab. Great dress.