A Second (Third?) Dress…?

A Second (Third?) Dress…?

June 10th, 2009 @ 4:54 pm by Mrs. Cheese

Argh. You might recall that I bought two wedding dresses and way back when, y’all helped me decide which one to wear to our wedding. It was perfect. I loved, loved, loved it, and was secretly looking forward to wearing it again at our hometown reception. I mean, who doesn’t want a second shot at wearing a dress that makes their waist look tiny, tush look proportionate, and keeps the boobage under control? Plus, the bustle swished around my legs like frothy water. I felt like Ursula the Sea Witch, but in a good way.

Happy sigh.

However, our hometown reception is in Southern New Mexico near the height of summer — July 4th weekend. Aside from the fact that my beloved dress is way too much for a casual reception, it’ll be WAY too hot to trudge around in it for a whole evening.

I have to find another dress. You all gave Miss Mary Jane such great suggestions that I thought I’d ask you for help as well. Here’s the catch: I’m short (5 foot) and busty (30F), and our reception is in about three weeks. I’d love something as equally sassy as my wedding dress. A short dress would be nice and cool, but (much like a six year old) my legs are perpetually covered in bug bites and scratches, so maybe a long dress would be better.

Ooh, and if I could wear one of my mom’s boleros with it, even better!

I’m not even sure it has to be white. What do you think? Got any ideas?

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16 Responses to “A Second (Third?) Dress…?”

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Miss Bruschetta (message) 5,553 posts, Bee Keeper

Oooo, go with a bright pop of color! Something sassy and strapless, that’ll let your mom’s awesome bolero(s) stand out!

6/10/09 @ 4:59 pm (reply)

Bee

Miss French Bulldog (message) 6,063 posts, Bee Keeper

Have you looked at White House Black Market? I have a large chest too and I LOVE their dresses.
Dress 1, Dress 2
or Nordstrom
Dress 3, Dress 4 - This one MAY be lighter than the dress you already have

6/10/09 @ 5:02 pm (reply)

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curiousfool (message) 22 posts, Newbee

What do you think? Pop color, maxi but lightweight, would look good with the bolero you’re wearing in the picture.

Hopefully you’ll get this on Wednesday- Bluefly is doing an additional 10% off today (June 10)

http://www.bluefly.com/Corey-Lynn-Calter-pink-paint-stroke-Aubrey-v-neck-maxi-dress/cat680020/303590401/detail.fly

6/10/09 @ 5:08 pm (reply)

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jesstagirl (message) 486 posts, Helper bee

I second White House/Black Market - they have some cute white dresses out right now.

(as a side notes: i’m jealous you’re going to be down in the Cruces area…please eat some delicious green chile, preferably from Chopes, for me!)

6/10/09 @ 5:14 pm (reply)

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LilMisPriss (message) 128 posts, Blushing bee

WHAT ABOUT SOMETHING SUPER CUTE AND LIGHT FROM J CREW:
http://www.preownedweddingdresses.com/dresses/8677/J–Crew-Avery–Petite-Size-2.html

6/10/09 @ 5:17 pm (reply)

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joanlindsay (message) 28 posts, Newbee

I am the opposite (tall and I have no bubbies) of you so forgive if these won’t work with your figure but…what about these

http://www.lordandtaylor.com/eng/WomensApparel-Dresses-Empire_Waist_Chiffon_Strapless_Dress-lordandtaylor/54095/color-54095_100

http://www.lordandtaylor.com/eng/WomensApparel-Dresses-Swiss_Dot_Ruffled_Babydoll_Dress-lordandtaylor/54519/color-54519_101

http://www.lordandtaylor.com/eng/WomensApparel-Dresses-Ruffled_Cotton_Halter_Dress-lordandtaylor/54517/color-54517_100

http://www.gap.com/browse/product.do?cid=36291&vid=3&pid=585665&scid=585665002

Good Luck. I am so excited for your recaps. You are a bright spot in my day.

6/10/09 @ 5:23 pm (reply)

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lara bee

I vote for a white dress - you’re still a bride!
What about something light and airy like a long white maxi dress?

Here’s a few
http://www.shopbop.com/strapless-maxi-dress-lace-cc/vp/v=1/845524441835700.htm?folderID=2534374302072409&extid=affprg

http://www.chickdowntown.com/viewproduct.asp?ID=142179&source=shopstyle

and here’s a cute short dress
http://www.figleaves.com/us/product.asp?product_id=FIG-097137&mci=&size=&colour=&image=r652168-p656993-front&osrc=lsuspu21112006&siteid=J84DHJLQkR4-BFUZm7eVB41TQ7×42D8kBA&utm_source=Affiliate&utm_medium=affiliate&utm_campaign=affiliate1

6/10/09 @ 5:27 pm (reply)

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Briana

I am dreaming over this dress lately…
http://www.anthropologie.com/anthro/catalog/productdetail.jsp?_dyncharset=ISO-8859-1&_dynSessConf=2309511870366942942&id=930066&parentid=APP_DRESSES&pushId=APP_DRESSES&prepushId=APP_DRESSES&popId=APPAREL&sortProperties=&navCount=1&navAction=&fromCategoryPage=true&selectedProductSize=&selectedProductSize1=&color=006&colorName=LIGHT+GREY
it would be perfect for summer!!!

6/10/09 @ 5:39 pm (reply)

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DrDazey (message) 56 posts, Worker bee

Miss French Bulldog - I actually bought that first dress from White House Black Market as my second dress!!

I looooved my Saint Patrick wedding dress and wanted to wear it all night, but decided very last minute that I wouldn’t be able to dance with my dad in my heavy/lacy dress. So I bought this short, sleeveless dress and I was so glad I did!! It made dancing much more easier and it was great when I partied down at the end of the night!!

6/10/09 @ 6:11 pm (reply)

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Bee

Miss French Bulldog (message) 6,063 posts, Bee Keeper

@DrDazey: What a great idea… you have me thinking I may need a second dress for dancing. We’re taking dancing lessons and I would to actually be able to dance at my wedding. I’m hoping my dress wont get in the way :-/

6/10/09 @ 6:26 pm (reply)

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Bee

Miss French Bulldog (message) 6,063 posts, Bee Keeper

Okay I know all the dresses I find are short, but here are some more…
Dress 1
Dress 2
Dress 3
Dress 4
Also, have you checked out Kathlin Argiro? Although their dresses take 6-8 weeks to make, you may be able to email them and see what they can do

6/10/09 @ 6:49 pm (reply)

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marylizbeth (message) 132 posts, Blushing bee

I had too much fun with this:

charming!

http://www1.bloomingdales.com/catalog/product/index.ognc?ID=433262&CategoryID=16070&PageID=16070*1*24*-1*-1*8

preppy

http://www1.bloomingdales.com/catalog/product/index.ognc?ID=268269&CategoryID=16070&PageID=16070*2*24*-1*-1*32

pricey but AMAZING

http://www.saksfifthavenue.com/main/ProductDetail.jsp?PRODUCT%3C%3Eprd_id=845524446225944&FOLDER%3C%3Efolder_id=282574492715000&ASSORTMENT%3C%3East_id=1408474399545537&bmUID=1244675961047&ev19=2:10

Fun!

http://www.saksfifthavenue.com/main/ProductDetail.jsp?PRODUCT%3C%3Eprd_id=845524446213686&FOLDER%3C%3Efolder_id=282574492711514&ASSORTMENT%3C%3East_id=1408474399545537&bmUID=1244676200066&ev19=13:28

6/10/09 @ 7:25 pm (reply)

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MaPo (message) 312 posts, Helper bee

Oh a sweet white sun dress (I feel like I see them everywhere right now) would be so darling and summery and romantic!

6/11/09 @ 8:13 am (reply)

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Jen

I am majorly in love with this sundress from urban outfitters. I recently saw a wedding with all of the bridesmaids in the yellow version and it looked beautiful! The white version would make a great dressy but not too formal dress.

http://www.urbanoutfitters.com/urban/catalog/productdetail.jsp?itemdescription=true&itemCount=10&startValue=1&selectedProductColor=white&sortby=&id=15957038&parentid=W_APP_DRESSES&sortProperties=+subCategoryPosition,+product.marketingPriority,-product.startDate&navCount=33&navAction=poppushpush&color=&pushId=W_APP_DRESSES&popId=WOMENS_APPAREL&prepushId=

6/11/09 @ 11:52 am (reply)

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Guest

no recommendations right now, but just wanted to say you are h. o. t. HOT in that picture. fierce!

6/11/09 @ 1:23 pm (reply)

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aliangel64 (message) 79 posts, Worker bee

I know some others have suggested White House Black Market already, but I wanted to add that I’m relatively short (5′3) and I have a 30G chest, and I’ve always been successful in fitting into their dresses. They must cut them in a way that allows for a bigger bust… Good luck!

6/11/09 @ 1:41 pm (reply)