Boden Elina Dress ?

kellygirl

I saw this on Jenn and can't get over the color! I think it would be a great summer dress but am unsure about the grecian style bodice on a IT. Is a defined waist required for this style? For fit, will it matter if you're long or short waisted?

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Janet

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I think it would be worth a try. Fit would need to be just right with that seaming. I wouldn’t even bother because I’m pretty sure I’m too busty for my boobs to fit in those seams, but I could see it working well for a more moderately sized chest. It’s a really cute dress.

4 years ago

kellygirl

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Thanks, Janet. I think I'm having reservations because of trying a similar style ages ago where the seaming sat in a weird and unflattering place--I'm thinking lower than my actual waist? You reminded me of that. It's a gamble but I may try it anyway. My boobage is moderate for sure (practically non-existent) so that shouldn't be an issue!

4 years ago

MsMaven

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I think you would look great in this dress. The model has broad shoulders and although the waistband doesn’t look adjustable it would look good on a less defined waist. Beautiful color as well.

4 years ago

Christina F.

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I think Boden dresses run short waisted. It’s great for me but I’ve seen complaints about it in the reviews. I think this could be a winner for you!

4 years ago

kellygirl

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Thanks, MsMaven and Christina! I generally can’t wear petites in Boden because I’m just on the cusp of petite in terms of height and the waists are usually too short. I may give it a try in regular. I have some floral Bodens but find them a little too girly for work—this solid color (not black) is super appealing and something I could wear to work with a denim jacket or a cropped cardigan for office days. Thanks for chiming in!

4 years ago

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