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littlebean


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Ladies, I really need you!!!  I am going to a wedding in Scotland in early June and would LOVE some help in picking out a dress to wear.  I rarely go to weddings, especially outside of the USA, and I'll be meeting a lot of my long-term boyfriend's friends for the first time.  I really want to look great and feel confident, but I'm on an extremely tight budget.  Can you help?!  I have no idea what to wear!!! 

I want to wear a dressy (but not formal) dress that is ideally under $100.  I'm one of those traditional types that doesn't like to wear black to weddings.  Since it may be cold in Scotland, I'd like to be able to wear a cardigan or jacket over it if necessary.  Anyone willing to help me brainstorm ideas?!

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brazilian


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My first thought was something like Kitty just got. (the Shelly Segal dress). Something with sleeves might be a nice option if its going to be chilly in Scotland. Are there any certain styles that you like, or usually stay away from?

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Alikat


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Maybe a dress from Target? Their wrap dresses are super cute and inexpensive. That way you could spend a bit more on accessories and shoes.

I'm also a big fan of the embossed beach dresses at J. Crew, of course they may be too casual for the wedding.


Nordstrom's junior section is also a great place to check out.


-- Edited by Alikat at 17:30, 2007-04-27

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littlebean


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brazilian wrote:

My first thought was something like Kitty just got. (the Shelly Segal dress). Something with sleeves might be a nice option if its going to be chilly in Scotland. Are there any certain styles that you like, or usually stay away from?



I LOVE that dress.  Unfortunately it's out of my price range right now although maybe it will come down in the next month...

I like wrap dresses (thanks for the Target suggestion, Alikat -- I will check it out) and lots of other styles of dresses, too!  Prints are great right now, but I don't need a print.  Reds/browns/pinks are my favorite colors.  I often stay away from halter/spaghetti strap/strapless types of dresses or ones that have an extreme a-line.

TIA everyone!



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brazilian


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I agree with a wrap dress. I saw this one on Bluefly for $72. I really like the color. I think it would look great with green shoes.
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Teresa


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will it be "summer" there? (sorry, im clueless)

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littlebean


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Those are great options, ladies! I'm going to look on the sites right now to see if they have my size.

Collegegirl -- it will be summer there, but the weather is pretty cool -- I'll probably need to pair a shrug or cardigan or something with whatever dress I choose.

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kmd


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this dress is gorgeous!

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littlebean


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So I have a brown DVF wrap dress, with short sleeves, that I'm thinking of wearing now. Pro's: very flattering, already own it, classy/elegant. Con's: isn't as exciting as

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What do you ladies think I should do?  I really wanted something that people would go "wow" at, but I also am too strapped for cash right now to splurge on what I really want.  Should I go with the brown DVF or one of the dresses posted by Elle or Brazilian?  Or keep waiting for a sale?

If I go with the brown DVF wrap dress, any suggestions for accessories that might up the "wow" factor would be appreciated.

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littlebean


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Sorry to be repetitive, but I'm back with a picture of my dress.  What do you think -- wedding appropriate?  If so, how would you accessorize?

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brazilian


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I think your dress is wedding appropriate. Are the dresses you really want the two you posted?? I would stick with your dress for now, and keep a look out for sales. The Shelli Segal one is at macys, and the always have sales. So hopefully you can get that one.

For your dress I would wear some fabulous heels and pretty, but not too much jewelry. Probably gold. I can look for some options if you would like help. smile (Im bored at work ashamed)

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littlebean


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Brazilian, you are a life-saver! I'm nervous that brown might be too drab, but suggestions for some fab gold jewelry and/or heels to spice it up would be great if you have the time! And since the wedding isn't for a month, I am going to keep an eye out for sales.

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brazilian


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Ok I'm thinking bronze shoes, coral wrap, gold bangles.

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i love everything brazilian posted! esp the coral wrap, it will look so elegant w/the brown. i wore something similar to a wedding about a year ago (brown dress, wrap, gold accessories) and got lots of compliments. a wedding in scotland sounds fun!!

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littlebean


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love it! thanks!!!

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