Help - what should I wear on date tonight?

My in-laws are coming to visit tonight, so my husband and I get to go out sans children for the first time in months. We're going to a local wine bar, but we'll be going kind of early (around 5 or 6ish) because I have to teach early in the morning, and it is a Tuesday.

I have no idea what to wear, and after spending about half an hour trying things on and discarding them (while the two girls whined, literally, at my feet), I feel disheartened. Is there some sort of date-formula that I'm missing?

Here are three possibilities: 1) A sweater dress. It feels too wintery, but it might be my best option. 2) Jeans with my new Bobeau bow tie top http://shop.nordstrom.com/s/bo.....tback=1299
I bought this top to go with my new white jeans (being altered right now), and I think it looks better with those. 3) Gap True-Straight pants, Black jersey tee, statement necklace. Sorry for the photo quality - my "helpers" were pretty much done with playing dress up.

I don't love - or even like that much - any of these outfits. How to improve? Should I start from scratch? Help please!!

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14 years ago

bella

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Veteran

You look fantastic in the sweater dress. How warm is the weather? I think it would still be appropriate for this time of the year in the Northeast.

What about your beautiful Stop Staring dress?

Irene

I vote #2!!! Simple yet classy and stylish! I'm not sure about the dress in #1, and # is a bit... boring? Very black + black!

kellygirl

I really like 1 and 2 but they seem quite different. I tend to dress more casually so I'd probably opt for 2. That top is adorable on you. Perhaps pop on a cropped jacket or blazer and you're good to go!

crwilson

It's about 50 here. Spring is apparently never going to come. AJ - the StopStaring dress still needs to be hemmed, just like my white jeans. I'm kicking myself for being such a procrastinator when it comes to getting things altered.

Oh, that's kind of chilly. My favorite two outfits seemed like weather opposites. I change my vote to 1.

RandomThoughts (Andrea)

I vote #2 with a cropped jacket of some type like Kelly suggested.

Oh boo! OK, then #2 with a blazer/jacket or a dark button down/long sleeve under the bow tank.

thimblelina

Its hard to decide because you look so pretty in everything you've shown us. I think 1 & 2 have more sizzle than 3... And I think husbands love to see some warm, inviting skin glowing at them from across the softly lit table, so 2 with a cute jacket like they said! L

Queen Mum

I vote the sweater dress.. it is amazing on you.
Have fun!

chewyspaghetti

I love #2- just bring a jacket!

sinead

Active Member

Another vote for #2 here. It may be better with your white jeans,but it's still a great look on you. Pretty and sassy! Wear it and feel fab!

rae

Now that I see it's 50 degrees, I vote sweater dress ALL THE WAY. It is super flattering, and the color is light enough to work for a cool spring evening. Since you're not in love with the outfit as-is, what about red shoes or a bag in a contrasting color?

cloud9

Another vote for the sweater dress, You can jazz up with more accessories, maybe a belt, and/or bangles, tangling earrings, some fun (color) tights as well.

Patty

I can see by pic #3 it's not gonna be easy to get away--run like the wind and enjoy your night out!
(#1 rocks btw!)

Ginkgo

First choice -- #1 sweater dress while it's still cool enough to wear it.

Second choice -- #2 new top, something to be said for displaying dewy skin to husband.

I like #2 for the occasion - early in the evening at a wine bar. #1 looks very good on you but is more of a sexy, late night, out for a romantic meal type of vibe to me.

catgirl

I love the first one - so flattering and sexy without being revealing. Yes, what about your new Stop Staring dress?

Look at your little one going "NOOOO, don't leave me!". Peel that kiddo off and have a great date!

Linn

You look nice in them all but I esp like #2! - ps with a cute jacket

Debbie

Love the sweater dress it looks great on you!

modgrl

Don't be so hard on yourself! You look so pretty in all of these. Sorry I can't be more helpful but I think you can't go wrong in any of them.

RoseandJoan

I also love #2, it's so playful and playful maybe nice on date night with the hubby.

Laura

I like #2 if you can find a way to stay warm enough!

Angie

Fashion Stylist

I vote #2 too, with blazer and boots!

But #1 is also fab and will keep you warm

Have a lovely time!

Thank you for all the quick feedback! I like the idea of a jacket over the sleeveless shirt; I've got a few that will work, and hopefully the wine bar will be toasty, despite the less-than-spring air outside.

I've found that as the day wears on, I'm less concerned about what I wear and more concerned about how soon I can leave.

Carole

You look fab in each outfit (although your liitle accessory in 3 is blocking my view). One is beautiful on you, but 2 might be more comfortable.

Heather

I vote outfit 2 with a blazer/cute jacket. Have a wonderful, wonderful night out with your DH.

FoolOfATook

Oh my word, I could have written this post. The family comes into town and the first thing DH and I are thinking is, can we get some free babysitting? Haha! Have fun tonight!

Polly (thunalata)

Have fun! Good luck 'unpeeling' your little ones...! (see #3) you're going to look great!

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