Comments on: ISO the perfect dress

By: Jackie

Jackie — Sat, 03 Oct 2009 14:29:04 +0000

The wedding isn’t outside, so don’t worry about wearing a dress. You’ll be in the car most of the time you are outside. I think a dress with a hemline below the knee works best in winter and gives you a few extra inches of warmth.

You mentioned Project Runway – Michael Kors does exactly what you are looking for: classy and modern, but still have somewhat traditional lines. I also recommend looking at DKNY, Theory and Anthropologie.

If you have a pair of thick pumps, this is a nice alternative to boots and they look great with tights.

By: Meredith

Meredith — Sun, 27 Sep 2009 01:37:04 +0000

I love this post, too, Laura. So, so true. I'd go for some fun tights...and also, if you still need inspiration, I adore this dress...

By: Melanie Kramer

Melanie Kramer — Fri, 18 Sep 2009 13:31:26 +0000

I love this post Laura! It’s so true. I like Joanne’s advice about going out of your comfort zone too. A friend in college forced me to try on tons of dresses I was convinced would never suit me, and I found so many different styles that worked. I agree about tights too! They are so cute and warm. Many of the style’s this year are more transparent too and look a little more like traditional pantyhose. Good luck!

By: joanne allen

joanne allen — Thu, 17 Sep 2009 17:38:13 +0000

Oh Girl, I face these issues everyday. I hate the bare leg look. I think a nice sheer(est) pantyhose with a hint of color in the winter is a killer finish for a chic look. And tights are always in style.
nothing warms up a place in winter like color – deep jewel tones or grey (not gray)
Try a personal shopper at one of the high end stores. You might not like anything they show you — but you will likely try on something that you might never have picked up on your own.
Avoid Ann Taylor at all cost — the cookie cutter look just won’t do.
Try a store that you never go to because “it’s not me.” And never say Never.
good luck. let us see what you pick.