Help!.......Need Evening Gown!!

Hope6 · Post by **Hope6** » Wed Oct 22, 2008 6:13 am

My husbands 25th class reunion is coming up in November!

it's been so long since i had an excuse to buy an evening gown. Whats the popular styles now and the popular colors this year?

what kind of gown is appropriate for cold weather? what kind of shoes do you wear this time of year?

i'm just full of questions! :wah:

any help or advice would be great! :-6

Violetmay · Post by **Violetmay** » Wed Oct 22, 2008 6:19 am

Hope6;1030566 wrote: My husbands 25th class reunion is coming up in November!

it's been so long since i had an excuse to buy an evening gown. Whats the popular styles now and the popular colors this year?

what kind of gown is appropriate for cold weather? what kind of shoes do you wear this time of year?

i'm just full of questions! :wah:

any help or advice would be great! :-6

Don't panic. Get a style that suits you and you feel good in. Go to a store you like and trust. I think you'll know the gown when you see it, it'll just say jump out at you. Ref the weather well, you can get warm inside, so you just just need a warm coat for getting in the car to go home, and maybe a shrug or shoulder covering of some sort. Colour ways, well what colour suits you, it doesn't matter what colours are in? I cannot wear red, but it's 'in'. There's nothing that speaks more of confidence and comfort in an outfit if a person has chosen the colour and style they suit. Enjoy. What about shoes and a bag and jewellery. Oh dear.

Milly · Post by **Milly** » Wed Oct 22, 2008 6:21 am

I wouldn't follow any particular style or trend Hope, I'd concentrate on your body shape and what best suits that.... Go for colours that flatter your own skin colouring....

and as for worrying about the weather, there are some beautiful wraps everywhere at the moment Hope as they are very fashionable right now, also shrugs, which is like a tiny cardigan that just covers your arms.....

Above all else, make sure that whatever you decide to wear is comfortable... and have a wonderful time! :-6

Cow Patty · Post by **Cow Patty** » Wed Oct 22, 2008 6:51 am

You know you can never go wrong with black, its classic and timeless. A cocktail dress would be suitable for the occassion, depending on the venue and your weather; that will be the main decesion on your shoes, but a closed toe black pump always works in cooler temps.

Odie · Post by **Odie** » Wed Oct 22, 2008 6:52 am

Hope6;1030566 wrote: My husbands 25th class reunion is coming up in November!

it's been so long since i had an excuse to buy an evening gown. Whats the popular styles now and the popular colors this year?

what kind of gown is appropriate for cold weather? what kind of shoes do you wear this time of year?

i'm just full of questions! :wah:

any help or advice would be great! :-6

nice to have you back again!

Its what you like not everyone elses tastes. In winter you can still wear any sort of gown, you will have a winter coat on, so lets go sexy!:D

honestly, it what suits your own body type and what you look and feel good in......take a friend, she will be honest over a sales clerk.

CARLA · Post by **CARLA** » Wed Oct 22, 2008 6:54 am

Even if its a formal affair traditional evening gowns aren't worn anymore. If it is evening gown required the new gowns are very different today they can be short, mid calf, or long. They are sleek some shine and elegant nothing fluffy at all. You will have to have a wrap for your shoulders if its winter.

http://shop.nordstrom.com/c/6014150/0~2 ... owns_Exact

HERE ARE JUST A FEW GOWNS THERE IS A VAST COLLECTION TO LOOK AT AT NORDSTROM.COM EVENING GOWNS (link is above) you will look beautiful.

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qsducks · Post by **qsducks** » Wed Oct 22, 2008 7:14 am

Hope6;1030566 wrote: My husbands 25th class reunion is coming up in November!

it's been so long since i had an excuse to buy an evening gown. Whats the popular styles now and the popular colors this year?

what kind of gown is appropriate for cold weather? what kind of shoes do you wear this time of year?

i'm just full of questions! :wah:

any help or advice would be great! :-6

They have beautiful fall colors in most big departments stores and I'm not talking Walmart here. Look online at Macys, Bloomingdales, Lord & Taylor, etc. with shoes, bags, etc. to match. Whatever you do...don't wear the one in your avatar as it's probably stinky by now:wah:

Post by **Oscar Namechange** » Wed Oct 22, 2008 7:19 am

E bay is fab for evening gowns.

I always go for black, so re-usable.

Accessorie's as well, a nice bit of bling (Costume jewellry).

I like Carla's gowns, that's my kind of thing.

make sure it's comfy. I hate spending all night fiddling with straps and tight waist bands. Oh and some-thing you can get to the ladie's quickly in, that helps :wah:

sunny104 · Post by **sunny104** » Wed Oct 22, 2008 7:22 am

you can't go wrong with a simple, black dress. That's what I would do.

and I don't even like wearing dresses.

qsducks · Post by **qsducks** » Wed Oct 22, 2008 7:38 am

sunny104;1030672 wrote: you can't go wrong with a simple, black dress. That's what I would do.

and I don't even like wearing dresses.

Neither do I but when you have to, black is the way to go and matches everything:)

Patsy Warnick · Post by **Patsy Warnick** » Wed Oct 22, 2008 10:19 am

Don't wear Black (unless your over weight).

Everyone will be wearing Black..

I went with my Sister to her 25th class reunion - I told my Sister can't wear Black.

99% of Females were wearing Black..

We were so happy that we didn't wear Black...

Depending on what your comfortable wearing - I'd wear short to mid-length.

Also Depends where the reunion is being held..?

Country Club - or school auditorium?

Patsy

Post by **Oscar Namechange** » Wed Oct 22, 2008 11:44 am

I had to go to a ball in London....I saw the Four Tops there as well.

I got this beautiful white floor length very simple straight gown. It had daimantee round the waist. I got it brand new on e bay. It came all the way fron China for £8.99 plus postage. I was so impressed, i bought another one from the same place.

And it was machine washable HURRAH :wah:

Odie · Post by **Odie** » Wed Oct 22, 2008 11:50 am

everyone wears black, pick out a nice colour that suits your complexion!

chonsigirl · Post by **chonsigirl** » Wed Oct 22, 2008 1:20 pm

Pick out a pretty color, you can wear short or long, just take a wrap for the chill.

shelbell · Post by **shelbell** » Wed Oct 22, 2008 2:26 pm

Hi Hopey!!! It's so good to see you back!!:-4

I have no idea about evening gowns...never worn one. :wah::wah:

Hope6 · Post by **Hope6** » Wed Oct 22, 2008 5:18 pm

Violetmay;1030580 wrote: Don't panic. Get a style that suits you and you feel good in. Go to a store you like and trust. I think you'll know the gown when you see it, it'll just say jump out at you. Ref the weather well, you can get warm inside, so you just just need a warm coat for getting in the car to go home, and maybe a shrug or shoulder covering of some sort. Colour ways, well what colour suits you, it doesn't matter what colours are in? I cannot wear red, but it's 'in'. There's nothing that speaks more of confidence and comfort in an outfit if a person has chosen the colour and style they suit. Enjoy. What about shoes and a bag and jewellery. Oh dear.

i've always been told that black suits me really well!

Hope6 · Post by **Hope6** » Wed Oct 22, 2008 5:20 pm

Milly;1030586 wrote: I wouldn't follow any particular style or trend Hope, I'd concentrate on your body shape and what best suits that.... Go for colours that flatter your own skin colouring....

and as for worrying about the weather, there are some beautiful wraps everywhere at the moment Hope as they are very fashionable right now, also shrugs, which is like a tiny cardigan that just covers your arms.....

Above all else, make sure that whatever you decide to wear is comfortable... and have a wonderful time! :-6

yeah i had thought about getting a wrap of some kind, i guess what kind would depend on the dress!

Odie · Post by **Odie** » Wed Oct 22, 2008 5:20 pm

Hope6;1031342 wrote: i've always been told that black suits me really well!

you look stunning in that red!:)

Hope6 · Post by **Hope6** » Wed Oct 22, 2008 5:22 pm

Cow Patty;1030642 wrote: You know you can never go wrong with black, its classic and timeless. A cocktail dress would be suitable for the occassion, depending on the venue and your weather; that will be the main decesion on your shoes, but a closed toe black pump always works in cooler temps.

yeah i have a pair of sandals that the lady at the store told me i could wear through october but since this will be november i think a closed toe shoe would be the way to go.

Hope6 · Post by **Hope6** » Wed Oct 22, 2008 5:24 pm

Odie;1030645 wrote: nice to have you back again!

Its what you like not everyone elses tastes. In winter you can still wear any sort of gown, you will have a winter coat on, so lets go sexy!:D

honestly, it what suits your own body type and what you look and feel good in......take a friend, she will be honest over a sales clerk.

i've never been much for wearing anything sexy! :wah:

Odie · Post by **Odie** » Wed Oct 22, 2008 5:25 pm

JUST KNOW, we want pics!

Hope6 · Post by **Hope6** » Wed Oct 22, 2008 5:25 pm

CARLA;1030646 wrote: Even if its a formal affair traditional evening gowns aren't worn anymore. If it is evening gown required the new gowns are very different today they can be short, mid calf, or long. They are sleek some shine and elegant nothing fluffy at all. You will have to have a wrap for your shoulders if its winter.

http://shop.nordstrom.com/c/6014150/0~2 ... owns_Exact

HERE ARE JUST A FEW GOWNS THERE IS A VAST COLLECTION TO LOOK AT AT NORDSTROM.COM EVENING GOWNS (link is above) you will look beautiful.

owww beautiful dresses! i like the first one!

Hope6 · Post by **Hope6** » Wed Oct 22, 2008 5:26 pm

qsducks;1030662 wrote: They have beautiful fall colors in most big departments stores and I'm not talking Walmart here. Look online at Macys, Bloomingdales, Lord & Taylor, etc. with shoes, bags, etc. to match. Whatever you do...don't wear the one in your avatar as it's probably stinky by now:wah:

:wah::wah::wah::wah:

we have a macys at the local mall!

Hope6 · Post by **Hope6** » Wed Oct 22, 2008 5:28 pm

oscar;1030670 wrote: E bay is fab for evening gowns.

I always go for black, so re-usable.

Accessorie's as well, a nice bit of bling (Costume jewellry).

I like Carla's gowns, that's my kind of thing.

make sure it's comfy. I hate spending all night fiddling with straps and tight waist bands. Oh and some-thing you can get to the ladie's quickly in, that helps :wah:

the biggest problem i had at his 20 year reunion was that my shoes killed my feet!

Hope6 · Post by **Hope6** » Wed Oct 22, 2008 5:29 pm

sunny104;1030672 wrote: you can't go wrong with a simple, black dress. That's what I would do.

and I don't even like wearing dresses.

yeah black is good, but i've been seeing this reallly pretty dark blue on tv a lot that i really like!

Hope6 · Post by **Hope6** » Wed Oct 22, 2008 5:32 pm

Patsy Warnick;1030891 wrote: Don't wear Black (unless your over weight).

Everyone will be wearing Black..

I went with my Sister to her 25th class reunion - I told my Sister can't wear Black.

99% of Females were wearing Black..

We were so happy that we didn't wear Black...

Depending on what your comfortable wearing - I'd wear short to mid-length.

Also Depends where the reunion is being held..?

Country Club - or school auditorium?

Patsy

its a place that people rent for weddings and other things, more country club than school auditorium.

Hope6 · Post by **Hope6** » Wed Oct 22, 2008 5:35 pm

shelbell;1031204 wrote: Hi Hopey!!! It's so good to see you back!!:-4

I have no idea about evening gowns...never worn one. :wah::wah:

good to see you Shelly! :-4

yeah i wore a regular dress for both our 10 year reunions, they were more casual. then i got an evening gown for his 20th, i missed my last one because i was only a couple weeks away from having Jacob! :wah:

Patsy Warnick · Post by **Patsy Warnick** » Wed Oct 22, 2008 5:36 pm

November Reunion

Pick a Fall color - you could still wear a strappy evening shoe.

wear something very comfortable to make you very confident. no fuss apparel..

I wouldn't wear Black or anything close to Black - everyone will be wearing Black.

Stand out - Look as beautiful as you are..

Patsy

Hope6 · Post by **Hope6** » Wed Oct 22, 2008 5:41 pm

Odie;1031346 wrote: you look stunning in that red!:)

red is actually a good color for me to, i wear a lot of red but i don't know about wearing a red evening gown!

Hope6 · Post by **Hope6** » Wed Oct 22, 2008 5:44 pm

Odie;1031352 wrote: JUST KNOW, we want pics!

:wah::wah::wah:

CARLA · Post by **CARLA** » Wed Oct 22, 2008 7:16 pm

Here are some RED AND ALMOST RED GOWNS for you.

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Odie · Post by **Odie** » Wed Oct 22, 2008 7:36 pm

CARLA;1031488 wrote: Here are some RED AND ALMOST RED GOWNS for you.

nice Carla, I like the last one!

qsducks · Post by **qsducks** » Wed Oct 22, 2008 7:44 pm

Hope6;1031356 wrote: :wah::wah::wah::wah:

we have a macys at the local mall!

Then grab that credit card and go to town girlfriend. And don't feel guilty about spending it.

Lon · Post by **Lon** » Wed Oct 22, 2008 9:21 pm

I have a lovely green gown that I use when I Cross Dress. It's available if you pay the shipping both ways. It's size 18.

Nomad · Post by **Nomad** » Thu Oct 23, 2008 3:48 am

Help!.......Need Evening Gown!!

Dont we all ?

sunny104 · Post by **sunny104** » Thu Oct 23, 2008 6:16 am

Lon;1031638 wrote: I have a lovely green gown that I use when I Cross Dress. It's available if you pay the shipping both ways. It's size 18.

yes, but the length would be all wrong.

Cow Patty · Post by **Cow Patty** » Thu Oct 23, 2008 8:25 am

Just remember Hope, buy something that you feel comfortable in. I would also suggest that you keep in mind when shopping to look for something that you could wear for other occasions too; that way you get your $$$ worth and it won't just hang in your closet never to be seen again.

If the weather is going to be a real issue, there are lots of trendy pants suits out there. With the right suit and accessories it can look just as stunning as a dress.

Hope6 · Post by **Hope6** » Thu Oct 23, 2008 4:35 pm

CARLA;1031488 wrote: Here are some RED AND ALMOST RED GOWNS for you.

nice Carla! i'm like Odie i like the last one!

Hope6 · Post by **Hope6** » Thu Oct 23, 2008 4:36 pm

Lon;1031638 wrote: I have a lovely green gown that I use when I Cross Dress. It's available if you pay the shipping both ways. It's size 18.

Lon! is there something you would like to tell us! :sneaky: :wah:

Hope6 · Post by **Hope6** » Thu Oct 23, 2008 4:37 pm

Nomad;1031778 wrote: Help!.......Need Evening Gown!!

Dont we all ?

Nomad!!! maybe there's something YOU would like to tell us! :sneaky: :wah: