I have a dilemma, and I need your help. My one year wedding anniversary is coming up (June 17), and Husband and I have possible plans of going out to a nice dinner at Hennen’s in Downtown Chattanooga.. However, I have nothing nice to wear. It’s not an extremely fancy place, but I’d still like to wear a nice dress. Husband isn’t any help–he’s only seen me in two dresses (and one was my wedding dress), so he has no idea. Honestly, I’m not much of a help to myself since I rarely ever wear dresses.
I’m going to throw a few ideas out there, and then maybe you can help. I don’t want anything too expensive. (Hopefully less than $50, honestly.) I’ll still need to purchase shoes as well because all of my heels are gone–except the white pair I wore to my wedding. Since I’m extremely petite (5’1″ and ~105 lbs … and I’m small-chested), I can’t wear anything too long; Husband doesn’t like anything too short either, though. So, I’m thinking just above the knee, perhaps? Also, I’m extremely fair-skinned, so I don’t look great in yellow. (Is this too picky?)
Husband and I actually agreed to liking this dress, and since it’s only $28.50 at Macy’s. It’s not in my size, though, and I’m not sure where the nearest Macy’s is–if we even have one nearby!
Forever 21 has a dress that I love (for only $24.80!), but I’m not sure if the color would wash me out too much. (Like I said, fair-skinned.)
I’m also trying to stay far away from big prints, but I’m open to ideas. Let me know what you think!
(Maybe Apricot could help out on this one?)
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I love both of those dresses! The Macy’s one is my favorite. Here is a link to a dress I think you will like as well http://oldnavy.gap.com/browse/product.do?cid=15292&vid=1&pid=672399&scid=672399002 . They have a lot to pick from!
Let me know exactly what you are looking for and I will help you look… you know, since we don’t have much to do today haha
I like both of those dresses! But…if you want something cheap, check out this site: http://15dollarstore.com/s/home/0506359277 They have tons of cool stuff!
Do you have a TJ Maxx, Ross’s, or Marshall’s? They usually have some cute things for cheap. Also, TARGET! They ALWAYS have cute things that are under $50! I’m almost positive you’ll find something there.
@Alana: Oh my gosh, I love the $15 store! A friend told me about it last year, and I completely forgot about looking there. Thanks for the reminder!
@Shannon: Yes, I’ll definitely be looking there as well! Can’t wait to actually look around for a good dress.
http://www.target.com/Mossimo-Black-Crinkled-Sleeveless-Dress/dp/B001V6TXRI/177-6462707-7097619?ie=UTF8&node=1104830&frombrowse=1&rh=&page=1 There is such a cute dress at Target! I think it would be amazing on your body type! Pair it with strappy heels and clutch and Husband will drool!
I like both of them but the first one is definitely my favourite! Could you order it online? It should be in by June 17, or does it just not come in your size at all??
Good luck, you should post a picture of what you pick!!
@Amber Unfortunately, it’s not in my size online. I like it, though!
I’m an idiot about this kind of thing. I wore a dress to my graduation and it was probably the first time I’d worn a dress in a year or more. But, I like both of the ones you posted!
I love those- go for the white, it doesn’t wash us palefaces out like yellow- brings out our freckles!
Happy One Year (almost)!
Wow, I really like both of them! The white one is really summery and pretty and the blue one is really sexy and formal. I love both of them!
Very pretty! I would do the turquoise, just because it’s cute and last year on that day you were wearing white =)
You need something a little bit more flirty or fun – it’s spring time after all, and if you’re petite and fair, you can easily pull off a fun flower print or a bright color. I’d stay away from the white, if you’re fair.
What about something like these:
http://www.forever21.com/product.asp?catalog_name=FOREVER21&category_name=dress&product_id=2061087831&Page=1
http://www.forever21.com/product.asp?catalog_name=FOREVER21&category_name=dress&product_id=2061890082&Page=1
http://www.forever21.com/product.asp?catalog_name=FOREVER21&category_name=dress&product_id=2060828928&Page=1
http://www.forever21.com/product.asp?catalog_name=FOREVER21&category_name=dress&product_id=2060693478&Page=2
http://www.forever21.com/product.asp?catalog_name=FOREVER21&category_name=dress&product_id=2058812271&Page=3
@Je: I’d totally wear the polka dot one! (I have one similar w/ straps, and it’s brown with white polka dots.) I’ll see what Husband thinks.
The polka dot one would be great for a small chest too! Strapless gives some oomph! I know this from personal experience.