I need help from the fashionistas!

Balance101 · 08-17-2011, 07:30 AM

So, I've lost a little weight, but I still have a lot to lose. I never wear dresses but feel like I might want to get one for an upcoming trip. I'm 5'3" and a dreaded apple shape. :blush:

Would a maxi dress look ok on me? I usually try to disguise my fat in trapeze style or empire waists and end up looking pregnant. I have decent legs though, so don't mind shorter, and I love high sexy shoes of all kinds. Any suggestions on what might be flattering?

Balance101 · 08-17-2011, 07:43 AM

This is the dress I had in mine. It's kimono style. (Yes, I still love black!)

What do you think?

I love this one too, but I would need something to wear over it.

Or this one:

LaraSuzz · 08-17-2011, 07:56 AM

I like the kimono style, and how about getting it shortened a little? I agree on empire style.

cathiasplace · 08-17-2011, 08:08 AM

I also like the kimono style.

Balance101 · 08-17-2011, 08:17 AM

Thanks ladies! That's my favorite one too. I think I'm going to get it.

privatediva · 08-17-2011, 08:26 AM

you will look stunning in that first one! With your dark hair, and nice...erm...upper body adornments

That one should be killer on you!

wifey · 08-17-2011, 08:26 AM

I like the bottom one.

Wigglesmom · 08-17-2011, 08:33 AM

I like the bottom one too. Maybe it's because it's shorter.

wifey · 08-17-2011, 08:34 AM

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Originally Posted by Wigglesmom

I like the bottom one too. Maybe it's because it's shorter.

It looks younger, sexier and hipper to me.

Balance101 · 08-17-2011, 08:43 AM

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Originally Posted by privatediva

you will look stunning in that first one! With your dark hair, and nice...erm...upper body adornments

That one should be killer on you!

LoL, thanks Diva!

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Originally Posted by wifey

It looks younger, sexier and hipper to me.

Oh...younger, sexier, and hipper? Hmmm... may have to get both to try on and send one back.

wifey · 08-17-2011, 08:44 AM

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Originally Posted by Balance101

LoL, thanks Diva!

Oh...younger, sexier, and hipper? Hmmm... may have to get both to try on and send one back.

Do it! lol And post pictures! I love fashion threads.

Balance101 · 08-17-2011, 08:45 AM

You talked me into it.

Thanks ladies!

Millenia98 · 08-17-2011, 08:54 AM

Love the bottom one for you. Plus, the cinched waist is the best kind.

RedsSkinnyJeans · 08-17-2011, 11:34 AM

I vote bottom one too. May I ask the nature of the trip? I mean, hiking, museums, dinners out to nice restaurants, National Park? If you want to buy it for a trip, the theme of the trip may have a bearing on that.

Balance101 · 08-17-2011, 11:39 AM

Red your post number is #666!

Sure, we are going to a casino the first night and I was hoping to wear it there, and we are staying at a small country Inn the next night, and would like to wear it out to dinner that night. (Is that bad? :blush

We are going hiking too, and having dinner with family etc, but jeans will be fine for that.

RedsSkinnyJeans · 08-17-2011, 11:47 AM

Heck no that's not bad? Really then, any of those dresses would be fine, but I still prefer the bottom one. And you can wear some cool silver jewelry with it!

Ok. Wait. I know I'm a little slow. Is that ACTUALLY you in all 3 pictures? Wow!

Balance101 · 08-17-2011, 11:52 AM

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Originally Posted by RedsSkinnyJeans

Heck no that's not bad? Really then, any of those dresses would be fine, but I still prefer the bottom one. And you can wear some cool silver jewelry with it!

Ok. Wait. I know I'm a little slow. Is that ACTUALLY you in all 3 pictures? Wow!

Wow, hehe no. I won't look that good in the dresses! But thank you!

And yeah, I'm thinking chunky silver jewelry and platform peep-toe booties.

RedsSkinnyJeans · 08-17-2011, 11:55 AM

Oh. LOL. I saw the signature under it and I was in a hurry. Maybe it's the lack of calories clouding my thinking.

That sounds really good!

Balance101 · 08-17-2011, 12:01 PM

You guys are great! Thank you!

julieboolie · 08-17-2011, 01:11 PM

Definitely the last one. If you've got decent legs (which I don't!!) go w/ the shorter one!! The longer dresses might not be as flattering on your petite frame!

Have a great time!! I'm off to look for a dress to wear to my BIL and brother's weddings this Fall. Taking my dd's (11 and 8) who have STRONG opinions along. Should be a blast!

jnaakins · 08-17-2011, 06:08 PM

Love love love the bottom one!!! I didnt read all the posts so Idk if you already bought one, but just wanted to share my 2 cents

verbqueen · 08-17-2011, 06:15 PM

I love all three--is there ANYTHING sexier than a black dress, I ask you?

I guess I'm alone in preferring the middle one. I think that halter or cut-away shoulders just create a long, narrow look--a vertical line rather than a horizontal one--that is so flattering.

Truly, though--all three are beautiful!

catkin · 08-17-2011, 06:26 PM

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Originally Posted by julieboolie

Definitely the last one. If you've got decent legs (which I don't!!) go w/ the shorter one!! The longer dresses might not be as flattering on your petite frame!

Have a great time!! I'm off to look for a dress to wear to my BIL and brother's weddings this Fall. Taking my dd's (11 and 8) who have STRONG opinions along. Should be a blast!

Agreed! Love the last one!

tiva · 08-17-2011, 06:38 PM

They're all cute. But if you have nice legs, flaunt em! Try black tights, black heels or boots, and a swingy above-the-knee black dress (which could be a halter or kimono style, but not a cinched waist if you're going above the knee). Miniskirts with tights and boots look amazing on women even if they're heavy in the bottom or belly.

So this kimono dress would look great on you, especially if you wore black tights or stocking: Mossimo Supply Co. Juniors Kimono Sleeve Dress - Assorted Colors : Target

This dress would look even better:
Xhilaration Juniors Skater Dress - Black : Target

LoveIsNoColor · 08-17-2011, 06:41 PM

Count my vote for the last pic!

Viola De Lesseps · 08-17-2011, 06:48 PM

I like the bottom one best as well. The top one is cute, but @ 5'3", you might need to hem it (coming from a 5'4"-er who has hem some maxi dresses). The bottom dress can carry you into fall as well, just add some tights, boots and a cardi (my winter wardrobe).

Kiley2801 · 08-17-2011, 06:55 PM

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Originally Posted by wifey

It looks younger, sexier and hipper to me.

Agreed!

I do like the 2nd one too, though.

I bought a dress in that "kimono" style from Victoria's Secret a few years ago, and I ended up looking like Elvira in in! Back it went!!

Balance101 · 08-18-2011, 05:46 AM

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Originally Posted by Viola De Lesseps

I like the bottom one best as well. The top one is cute, but @ 5'3", you might need to hem it (coming from a 5'4"-er who has hem some maxi dresses). The bottom dress can carry you into fall as well, just add some tights, boots and a cardi (my winter wardrobe).

That sounds super cute!

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Originally Posted by Kiley2801

Agreed!

I do like the 2nd one too, though.

I bought a dress in that "kimono" style from Victoria's Secret a few years ago, and I ended up looking like Elvira in in! Back it went!!

Thanks for all the help ladies! I will post pics of both of them when they come in. (Unless I look hideous!)

Marocka · 08-18-2011, 06:18 AM

ok, where did you find these??? the bottom one girl!! show off those legs!!! I LOVE IT!!

Balance101 · 08-18-2011, 06:24 AM

Torrid! I

their stuff!

08-17-2011, 07:30 AM	#1
Balance101 Major LCF Poster! Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: CT girl in NC Posts: 1,010 Gallery: Balance101 WOE: hHcg Start Date: 10/1/12	I need help from the fashionistas! So, I've lost a little weight, but I still have a lot to lose. I never wear dresses but feel like I might want to get one for an upcoming trip. I'm 5'3" and a dreaded apple shape. :blush: Would a maxi dress look ok on me? I usually try to disguise my fat in trapeze style or empire waists and end up looking pregnant. I have decent legs though, so don't mind shorter, and I love high sexy shoes of all kinds. Any suggestions on what might be flattering?

08-17-2011, 07:43 AM	#2
Balance101 Major LCF Poster! Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: CT girl in NC Posts: 1,010 Gallery: Balance101 WOE: hHcg Start Date: 10/1/12	This is the dress I had in mine. It's kimono style. (Yes, I still love black!) What do you think? I love this one too, but I would need something to wear over it. Or this one: Last edited by Balance101; 08-17-2011 at 07:49 AM..

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08-17-2011, 07:56 AM	#3
LaraSuzz Major LCF Poster! Join Date: Jul 2008 Location: Tucson, Arizona Posts: 1,777 Gallery: LaraSuzz Stats: baby steps WOE: Dr. Atw Simeons Protocol Start Date: restart 3/5/2012 multiple rounds	I like the kimono style, and how about getting it shortened a little? I agree on empire style.

08-17-2011, 08:08 AM	#4
cathiasplace Junior LCF Member Join Date: Oct 2007 Location: Jacksonville, FL Posts: 12 Gallery: cathiasplace Stats: 250/245/160 WOE: hHcg Start Date: 8/15/11	I also like the kimono style.

08-17-2011, 08:17 AM	#5
Balance101 Major LCF Poster! Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: CT girl in NC Posts: 1,010 Gallery: Balance101 WOE: hHcg Start Date: 10/1/12	Thanks ladies! That's my favorite one too. I think I'm going to get it.

08-17-2011, 08:26 AM	#6
privatediva Major LCF Poster! Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: USA Posts: 2,544 Gallery: privatediva Stats: 128 (R2ldw 128) 5'7" WOE: healthful, delicious low carb Start Date: 6/28/2011 (started HCG) maintaining since 9/2011	you will look stunning in that first one! With your dark hair, and nice...erm...upper body adornments That one should be killer on you!

08-17-2011, 08:26 AM	#7
wifey Way too much time on my hands! Join Date: Dec 2007 Location: Oregon Posts: 21,501 Gallery: wifey Stats: goal is size 10	I like the bottom one.

08-17-2011, 08:33 AM	#8
Wigglesmom Senior LCF Member Join Date: Sep 2008 Location: Philadelphia Suburbs Posts: 411 Gallery: Wigglesmom Stats: 226~220.2~166 WOE: Low Carb Start Date: 2/15/2013	I like the bottom one too. Maybe it's because it's shorter.

08-17-2011, 08:45 AM	#12
Balance101 Major LCF Poster! Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: CT girl in NC Posts: 1,010 Gallery: Balance101 WOE: hHcg Start Date: 10/1/12	You talked me into it. Thanks ladies!

08-17-2011, 08:54 AM	#13
Millenia98 Senior LCF Member Join Date: May 2011 Location: New York City Posts: 842 Gallery: Millenia98 Start Date: April 29, 2011	Love the bottom one for you. Plus, the cinched waist is the best kind.

08-17-2011, 11:34 AM	#14
RedsSkinnyJeans Major LCF Poster! Join Date: May 2011 Posts: 1,001 Gallery: RedsSkinnyJeans Stats: 170/144/140 Start Date: 4/1/11	I vote bottom one too. May I ask the nature of the trip? I mean, hiking, museums, dinners out to nice restaurants, National Park? If you want to buy it for a trip, the theme of the trip may have a bearing on that.

08-17-2011, 11:39 AM	#15
Balance101 Major LCF Poster! Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: CT girl in NC Posts: 1,010 Gallery: Balance101 WOE: hHcg Start Date: 10/1/12	Red your post number is #666! Sure, we are going to a casino the first night and I was hoping to wear it there, and we are staying at a small country Inn the next night, and would like to wear it out to dinner that night. (Is that bad? :blush We are going hiking too, and having dinner with family etc, but jeans will be fine for that.

08-17-2011, 11:47 AM	#16
RedsSkinnyJeans Major LCF Poster! Join Date: May 2011 Posts: 1,001 Gallery: RedsSkinnyJeans Stats: 170/144/140 Start Date: 4/1/11	Heck no that's not bad? Really then, any of those dresses would be fine, but I still prefer the bottom one. And you can wear some cool silver jewelry with it! Ok. Wait. I know I'm a little slow. Is that ACTUALLY you in all 3 pictures? Wow!

08-17-2011, 11:55 AM	#18
RedsSkinnyJeans Major LCF Poster! Join Date: May 2011 Posts: 1,001 Gallery: RedsSkinnyJeans Stats: 170/144/140 Start Date: 4/1/11	Oh. LOL. I saw the signature under it and I was in a hurry. Maybe it's the lack of calories clouding my thinking. That sounds really good!

08-17-2011, 12:01 PM	#19
Balance101 Major LCF Poster! Join Date: Mar 2009 Location: CT girl in NC Posts: 1,010 Gallery: Balance101 WOE: hHcg Start Date: 10/1/12	You guys are great! Thank you!

08-17-2011, 01:11 PM	#20
julieboolie Blabbermouth!!! Join Date: Mar 2004 Location: Sunny AZ Posts: 7,114 Gallery: julieboolie Stats: 272/147.6/140something Size 24/4-6-8/4-6 :) WOE: one day at a time!! LC! Start Date: July 14, 2003 - every day!!	Definitely the last one. If you've got decent legs (which I don't!!) go w/ the shorter one!! The longer dresses might not be as flattering on your petite frame! Have a great time!! I'm off to look for a dress to wear to my BIL and brother's weddings this Fall. Taking my dd's (11 and 8) who have STRONG opinions along. Should be a blast!

08-17-2011, 06:08 PM	#21
jnaakins Senior LCF Member Join Date: Jul 2011 Location: WA state Posts: 617 Gallery: jnaakins Stats: 206/155/145 WOE: hhcg Start Date: 7-18-2011	Love love love the bottom one!!! I didnt read all the posts so Idk if you already bought one, but just wanted to share my 2 cents

08-17-2011, 06:15 PM	#22
verbqueen Very Gabby LCF Member!!! Join Date: Aug 2004 Location: Orange County, CA Posts: 4,661 Gallery: verbqueen Stats: 224/163 WOE: hhcg, VLCD12	I love all three--is there ANYTHING sexier than a black dress, I ask you? I guess I'm alone in preferring the middle one. I think that halter or cut-away shoulders just create a long, narrow look--a vertical line rather than a horizontal one--that is so flattering. Truly, though--all three are beautiful!

08-17-2011, 06:38 PM	#24
tiva Major LCF Poster! Join Date: Jan 2003 Location: Sweden for the year Posts: 2,909 Gallery: tiva Stats: 5"6", 157/136/135, 51 yo WOE: LCHF Primal Start Date: 12/02	They're all cute. But if you have nice legs, flaunt em! Try black tights, black heels or boots, and a swingy above-the-knee black dress (which could be a halter or kimono style, but not a cinched waist if you're going above the knee). Miniskirts with tights and boots look amazing on women even if they're heavy in the bottom or belly. So this kimono dress would look great on you, especially if you wore black tights or stocking: Mossimo Supply Co. Juniors Kimono Sleeve Dress - Assorted Colors : Target This dress would look even better: Xhilaration Juniors Skater Dress - Black : Target

08-17-2011, 06:41 PM	#25
LoveIsNoColor Major LCF Poster! Join Date: Aug 2004 Location: Toledo , OH Posts: 1,785 Gallery: LoveIsNoColor Stats: 24/22/12 WOE: Currently on VLC Start Date: Jan 24, 2011	Count my vote for the last pic!

08-17-2011, 06:48 PM	#26
Viola De Lesseps Senior LCF Member Join Date: Oct 2010 Location: Pacific NW Posts: 397 Gallery: Viola De Lesseps WOE: hhcg Start Date: Restart!!	I like the bottom one best as well. The top one is cute, but @ 5'3", you might need to hem it (coming from a 5'4"-er who has hem some maxi dresses). The bottom dress can carry you into fall as well, just add some tights, boots and a cardi (my winter wardrobe).

08-18-2011, 06:18 AM	#29
Marocka Senior LCF Member Join Date: Mar 2011 Location: So Cal Posts: 471 Gallery: Marocka Stats: R1 231.2-212.6, -18.6 LBS R2 215.6-189.6, -26 LBS WOE: Low Fat/Low Carb/Low Sugar/Low Cal Start Date: 05/12/2011	ok, where did you find these??? the bottom one girl!! show off those legs!!! I LOVE IT!!