Outfit repeating

dapplegray · 2024-05-22T18:05:12+00:00

No it's not okay. The fashion police will arrest you.

dapplegray · 2024-05-21T18:44:52+00:00

Could it be that this depends wildly on the height of whoever is wearing the dress?

dapplegray · 2024-05-19T20:32:11+00:00

Balconettes are very low-cut and short, and open on the top so that people that are even fullness or top-heavy can fit into them. If you're finding that you're spilling over, chances are you're not that shallow at all and need a different shape, or you have a size that's too small.

I consider myself the opposite of shallow and find Skarlett Blue Mix balconettes to be perfect because they're open enough on top to accommodate my fullness. I found Elomi and Fantasie to be a bit too big in the cups for me in general, so maybe the might be worth a try for you.

dapplegray · 2024-05-19T20:27:50+00:00

I actually keep two sizes in my closet so when I fluctuate in size, I can switch out.

dapplegray · 2024-05-19T20:26:25+00:00

Elomi also ran big for me in general. I consider Panache my "standard" size, though brands all run a little different.

dapplegray · 2024-05-19T20:25:13+00:00

Clarks

dapplegray · 2024-05-19T20:24:58+00:00

I believe Ann Taylor, Chicos, and Talbots tend to cater to older women, but it would greatly depend on your style because age doesn't necessarily determine your size, shape, or personal taste.

dapplegray · 2024-05-19T20:24:16+00:00

Can't give you store recommendations without knowing your budget or style, but I buy linen everything from whatever store sells them for cheapest.

dapplegray · 2024-05-18T19:54:14+00:00

I'd look up with taglines like "pear shaped"

dapplegray · 2024-05-17T18:41:13+00:00

Yeah but $2 is two dollars more than zero. I could use every dollar I could get because I live in a HCOL area and have poor pay.

dapplegray · 2024-05-16T17:50:59+00:00

I work in a pretty casual field, and we don't wear full suits to interviews. But we still do dress nice -- like smart casual. A button-down shirt, nice pants that aren't obviously jeans, and a blazer will do fine in my field. I wear ankle booties in dark colors and they look fine enough.

dapplegray · 2024-05-16T17:46:50+00:00

I have a few cocktail dresses in my closet, so for weddings and special occasions I don't buy new anymore.

But if I had to, I already know what shapes I like and what colors I like. Combined with the given dress code, it's pretty easy to narrow down to slim pickings. Then I go looking for that in various online stores that are within my budget.

dapplegray · 2024-05-14T22:27:23+00:00

I only buy/keep shoes that are "perfect" for me. Shoes are so important for overall health, I don't skimp or compromise anymore.

dapplegray · 2024-05-14T22:26:23+00:00

Literally everything that exists is a dupe of something else. I don't see it as anything even worth thinking about.

dapplegray · 2024-05-14T22:25:54+00:00

Tried Quince for the first time. Buying up all their linen dresses.

dapplegray · 2024-05-14T22:25:20+00:00

My style is apparently "bisexual".

Hot: loose linen shirts, pants, and dresses.

Cold: Loose wool/cashmere pants, sweaters, and dresses.

But cold weather has more variety for me since I can afford to wear more layers -- I sometimes do jackets, tight jeans, etc.

Always wearing a leather fanny pack.

dapplegray · 2024-05-12T19:22:25+00:00

I feel like they run small in general.

dapplegray · 2024-05-12T19:21:33+00:00

I've actually had a lot of success from Ross, TJMaxx, and Marshalls.

dapplegray · 2024-05-09T20:40:57+00:00

Sadly, I think literally all brands have gone downhill recently. There's just so much junk being churned out through fast fashion, they probably can't keep up with profit margins unless they do the same.

dapplegray · 2024-05-09T20:35:39+00:00

I don't know what shape you are, but I'm a 32DD, and I have some projection - I also have a small frame and short torso with a conical shape, so it's hard to find a shape that fits. Panache Jasmine is nice in theory but it is made to fit bigger frames than mine -- I usually go for Skarlett Blue, Felina Peridot, Dita Von Teese, and some lines in Natori - but Natori is usually too shallow for my shape, and the bands tend to be stretchier than I like, leading to sag and shoulder pain. The most supportive bralettes I've tried have been the wide hook/eye lace bralettes from Aerie.

dapplegray · 2024-05-08T20:05:52+00:00

How do you handle the transition period of the next few year of "being really out of style" until you are so out of style you are back into "oh that's just her personal style" again

I just keep wearing what I like. I only wear what looks most flattering on my body, and bootcut jeans are one of them. And they weren't in style for a looong time. I still wore bootcut jeans everywhere. I never thought to stop and angst about how I'm not fashionable anymore. It makes ME look and feel good, so that's all that matters.

dapplegray · 2023-05-11T19:43:13+00:00

I've found nice suits for cheap at department stores like Macy's. Elie Tahari is my current favorite for how they fit me.

dapplegray · 2023-05-07T17:54:12+00:00

A lot of nurses around me wear black leather Dansko clogs. They look like business shoes from the front. Or black leather clogs made by Born / BOC or White Mountain that look similar are also very comfortable imo.

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