I keep seeing this oyster silk lamé dress - and wondering. The shimmery fabric, the bodice shape, the sleeves; all very lovely but the midi length bothers me. Will this say Merry Christmas or Miss Havisham? Definitely a 'try it on and see' number, because as we all know, there's a fine line between glamourpuss and look what the cat's dragged in.
The final, final edit of the book has been done. The cover was approved yesterday. Can't believe it's over (well, at least for the time being). Being a grown-up lady author and a university lecturer and keeping That's Not My Age ticking over has been a right old slog. It's been a very long autumn term and I can't tell you how much I'm looking forward to Christmas.
The Debutante Lamé dress is reduced from £249 to £174 at Hobbs, available HERE. Should I wait a little longer?
Well done on the book, can't wait till its out!
ReplyDeleteGreat dress but the price is insane. I don't think my entire wardrobe cost that much, Oz Clark, Pucci and all! xxx
Dress is lovely but only on the tall and willowy I fear. I still despair of finding a party dress that works on 5'2" and dumpy - is dispiriting. And the cost is way too much. Is it me or are high street charges through the roof? Whistles charging £650 for a dress for example. Ridiculous.
ReplyDeletenice frock (i know the miss havisham feeling too well). i think a shorter dress with shorter sleeves would give a nicer line but that fabric is gorgeous for sure.(650stg yikes - i am sure you could find an interesting vintage piece for way less)
ReplyDeleteIf you love it at least try it. If you don't like the length have it hemmed. Alterations are not the end of the world.
ReplyDeleteSorry, but I think the dress would only look good if you are 6 foot tall and 20 years old with skyscraper heels. I know there is something better out there that you will love even more.Congratulations on the book and I am looking forward to being able to buy a copy soon. Love your blog too.
ReplyDeleteGreat dress, and big congratulations on your book. Have a breather now, I hope?
ReplyDeleteCongrats on the book! I love this dress and with your height and frame, it'll look wonderful. Not too keen on the word edgy but the accessories you choose will make it your own.
ReplyDeleteVix/Elmear - think you're right about vintage. Vix if you see anything like this in your chazza shops, let me know!
ReplyDeleteSpexJo - 650 quid, really?! Blimey, that's designer pricing.
I love the shimmer of the dress!
ReplyDeleteCongratulations on the final edit of the book and can't wait to read it!
It's a nice dress but you are right, too long. I would try it and if everything else works for you have it hemmed. You could show off your legs with some nice heels while keeping your upper body covered more. Nice balance, not too much skin.
ReplyDeleteCongrats on the book! And love the dress. I might hem it if it feels to granny. But imagine the belt options;)
ReplyDeleteIt would probably look smashing on you. It's hard to assess the cut on the rack. It has a "Dancing in the Dark" look to it.
ReplyDeleteWell done on the book.....Hurray! I'd leave the LGD where it is......how much wear would you get from it & a danger of looking like the fairy on top of the Xmas tree.....
ReplyDeleteOnly moi opinion of course!
I am average height but very slim, and that dress would look absolutely hideous on me. Too long, too shapeless. It would probably add about 30 years to me. Would look lovely on someone with some meat on them!
ReplyDeleteMany congrats on the book - can't wait to see it! I love this dress, it fits right into a fashion look I call, 'The Shining'. I think sequins and glitter can look wonderful, and not Miss Havisham (although I actually kind of like her!) at all if you keep it dressed down. Wear it with a leather jacket, or flat shoes. Or both.
ReplyDeleteClothes must be much more expensive in Canada than in the UK...I didn't even flinch at the price...and that's with factoring in the exchange between the pound and the dollar. Better try it on and if you love it...go for it.
ReplyDeleteStep away from the dress and no one gets humiliated! Its individual parts are lovely, but all together...no. Just...no.
ReplyDeleteCan I ask you... do you bloggers get paid to mention this stuff? I don't blame you if you do I just want to know how the game is played.
ReplyDeleteProblem with the dress is that the proportions are wrong--it should be floor length. Shortening it with those long, full sleeves and defined waist makes it very '70. The fabric calls for a seamless, sleek pattern. I say give this dress a pass.
ReplyDeletejunglesiren - bloggers do get paid to write about stuff or are gifted clothes to wear in 'today I'm wearing' type posts. But when a post is sponsored then the blogger has to make that clear - Vloggers were in the news about this very issue in the UK last week. I do occasionally write sponsored posts but I always label them. I tend to just write about stuff I like - this is NOT a sponsored post but I have linked to the retailer's website and if anyone buys this dress I will receive a very small commission.
ReplyDeleteUnfortunately, another beauty blogger who expected all her readers to buy through the affiliate links as a 'thank you to the service we bloggers provide' made me decide instantly never to buy through affiliate links.
ReplyDeleteOh dear, I don't use them very often Cathy - and keep wondering if I need to be a bit more savvy about this(?) I like to think I provide a different kind of service, one that doesn't require payment from my readers!
ReplyDeleteI think, on balance, not. There is indeed something wrong about the proportion. Really short or full length and I'd say yes. But it has a look of the amateur dramatics wardrobe trying to do Noel Coward about it. I expect you know what I mean.
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