I think #3 could look nice with a dress short sweater.
I vote for dress #3 although I like all of them. I like the colors in 2 but, somehow, it seems like a lot of fabric (probably just the addition of sleeves where the other two are short/cap). I think #1 is a great dress, very unique but D1 has told me that some people feel strongly one should steer clear of white and ivory as a guest at a wedding. I believe this was discussed on this thread and know of the differing views but Iād rather err on the side of caution as long as one has choices.
I think I just replied to Colorado mom when I meant to reply to the threadā¦not sure how I correct that so Iām letting it go
Just for fun, here are Debās original links to dresses 2 and 3:
I know the cowl neck on the Maya dress would annoy me. Otoh, that sleeker style might help you feel less annoyed around the very chic ex SIL .
I think Iām going with dress 3. The cowl is not uncomfortable. I think for dress 1 or 2 to work I would have to try on the regular size as Iām convinced @Hoggirl is correct about the waist being in the wrong size. But I like dress 3 and donāt want to mess with any more dresses.
I found a pair of shoes and put on a blazer to see how it looks if itās cooler out that night.
I love this look! I think itās sleek and very flattering!
Itās a nice, sophisticated and tailored look (like my preferences).
I cannot find the post where @HImom linked her Life Stride shoes, but I want to say Thank You!
I just got a pair to wear to my cousinās daughterās wedding. They are the perfect height (1.5in heel) for me.
I like the shoesā¦but I think the blazer might better be replaced with a nice black cashmere wrap @BunsenBurner can tell you where to get one.
The blazer just looks way too casual for me.
Thanks for everyone for your opinions, feedback and encouragement! Itās been very fun.
Iām not really a wrap person. But I might order one and see.
Iām just thinking something other than a blazer is a better choice. A swing sweater or something. You donāt want to look like you are wearing your husbandās sports jacketā¦
Dress is far too pretty to cover up that much!
How about a shrug instead of a blazer? Something like:
Or
If you want to have some fun:
I love #3! Glad you are going with it. I love how it fits you and I love the colors. Very slenderizing! Good job
I have a shrug and a shorter jacket. Iāll play around with the options.
My niece wore an oversized jacket with a midi dress. She looked fabulous. Maybe that look is best on the young. Sheās very fashionable.
I think shrugs are a bit matronly looking and wouldnāt go with this youthful trendy dress.
Lol, I think I own that jacket! Iāll have to look in my closet.
The zippers make that jacket look a little casual to me but I could be wrong as I am very far from chic or any kind of fashion expert ! The blazer seems too heavy to pair with that dress if you are going for a āchicā look. Glad you found a dress you like!
I still think a wrap would be bestā¦but I donāt think that shrug looks at all matronly. If you have oneā¦try it on with the dressā¦and send us a picture! And the shorter jacket too. I agree the zippers donāt work.
Itās from Express