Say “Yes” to the Dress(es)

Say “Yes” to the Dress(es)

August 27th, 2009 @ 11:59 am by Mrs. Mouse
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Over the past several months, I’ve been collecting dresses to wear at all of my various pre-wedding celebrations. I tried them all on yesterday, and it’s a good thing I did! I came across a couple of unexpected issues.

The Shower Dress

This is the dress that I was hoping to wear to my upcoming wedding shower on Saturday.

I bought it back in March at the White House Black Market outlet. At the time, it was form fitting and very flattering. As you can see, it is now way too loose on top and not flattering at all! I think this dress is definitely out. It’s not special enough to spend the money on taking it to a tailor.

The Mother/Daughter Brunch Dress

This is the Anthropologie dress I bought a few weeks ago, after my brother generously gave me a gift certificate for my birthday. I absolutely love it, even though it looks a bit wrinkly here. I’m planning on having a mother/daughter brunch at Sandra Bullock’s restaurant as soon as my FMIL and FSIL get into town before the wedding. I’ll definitely be wearing this dress. But the more I think about it, why can’t this dress do double duty at my shower this weekend?

The Rehearsal Dinner Dress

I bought this floaty number at Zara about two months ago. When I tried it on, I realized the top panel was sheer, so I bought an appropriate bra. However, when I tried it on today, I realized the whole dress is pretty much see-through! I definitely can’t wear it out in public like this. I’ll be hitting up some lingerie departments over the next few days to try and find a suitable slip. Good thing I caught this mistake now! I can’t wait to pair this gauzy dress with my black vintage cowboy boots.

The Bachelorette Party Dress

Thanks to Weddingbee and especially Miss Apple Cider for introducing me to Mod Cloth. I bought this dress there, and I am so in love with it! I can’t wait to wear it to my bachelorette party (only nine days from now)!

OK, so maybe I went a little bit crazy with all of these dresses, but after the wedding I will get tons of wear out of them! Maybe I can even sell the first one.

What’s your favorite place to shop for fancy dresses?

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42 Responses to “Say “Yes” to the Dress(es)”

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melodicsighs1 (message) 1,290 posts, Bumble bee

I LOVE the anthropologie dress! It’s super cute and so flattering on you. I definitely think you should do “double duty” with it.

8/27/09 @ 12:08 pm (reply)

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Miss Mary Jane (message) 1,973 posts, Buzzing bee

Oooo I love that first white one - sucks that it doesn’t fit! I’m trying to figure out what to wear to a shower this weekend…

8/27/09 @ 12:09 pm (reply)

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Miss Frozen Yogurt (message) 2,685 posts, Sugar bee

Love your dresses!! My go to store is always Nordstrom. They have amazing sales, and a wide variety of dresses and prices.

8/27/09 @ 12:09 pm (reply)

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Mrs. Peep Toe (message) 1,804 posts, Buzzing bee

Love all the dresses, but really love the Bach dress!! HOT!

8/27/09 @ 12:11 pm (reply)

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missvintage (message) 571 posts, Busy bee

I adore the modcloth one! And the Anthropologie one looks great on you!

8/27/09 @ 12:12 pm (reply)

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Miss Dew Drop (message) 381 posts, Helper bee

Cute dresses, Mouse! I especially love the Anthropologie one. It looks great on you and seems perfect for both shower and brunch!

8/27/09 @ 12:12 pm (reply)

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missvintage (message) 571 posts, Busy bee

oooh, can I ask you about the sizing of the modcloth dress? I see they still have it online and I really want it! I am about a size 4 usually in dresses, depending on the brand/label. What size did you get? And does it run small/big?

8/27/09 @ 12:14 pm (reply)

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Mrs. Swan (message) 1,046 posts, Bumble bee

I LOVE the bachelorette party dress (although they are all reather cute). I love wearing color.

8/27/09 @ 12:15 pm (reply)

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jesssr (message) 67 posts, Worker bee

I also thank Miss Apple Cider for introducing me to Mod Cloth! I bought both dresses from this post earlier this year. now I’m hooked!

So needless to say, I LOVE your bachelorette party dress!

8/27/09 @ 12:16 pm (reply)

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Miss Chapstick (message) 2,098 posts, Buzzing bee

I LOVE the anthro dress! It looks amazing on you, too. I actually almost bought it myself, but it didn’t look as good on me.

8/27/09 @ 12:17 pm (reply)

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CRod (message) 15 posts, Newbee

I absolutely love the bachelorette party dress. It looks great on you! I’ve never heard of Mod Cloth. I just might have to start checking it out!

8/27/09 @ 12:19 pm (reply)

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FutureFisher (message) 422 posts, Helper bee

Oh la la Mis Mouse! All of your dresses are gorgeous and gorgeous on you!

I especially love the mother/daughter brunch dress!

8/27/09 @ 12:20 pm (reply)

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thanks for the modcloth rec - i’m totally gonna look thru that site for my bach dress! btw, i LOVE your bachelorette dress too! i also really liked that first white dress (even though it is loose fitting). great dress choices, you’re so cute!

8/27/09 @ 12:20 pm (reply)

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alishaneva (message) 2,152 posts, Buzzing bee

I love love love anthropologie and I’m a big fan of this store nearby called Pop Deluxe. I have gone to Charlotte Russe(sp?) and H&M for tons of dresses (especially in College for formals and such …)

8/27/09 @ 12:21 pm (reply)

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Mrs. Bird of Paradise (message) 345 posts, Helper bee

i love your style!

8/27/09 @ 12:21 pm (reply)

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alishaneva (message) 2,152 posts, Buzzing bee

BTW- I LOVE the anthropologie one! No reason you couldn’t have it do double duty!

8/27/09 @ 12:22 pm (reply)

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Miss Mouse (message) 5,821 posts, Bee Keeper

@missvintage: I’m a size 2 usually, but am smaller on top so sometimes a 0 if it’s not fitted through the hips. The Mod Cloth dress is a small, and it fits snugly everywhere except the chest. I think it’s pretty much your standard small, but maybe a tiny bit smaller than a store like Gap or Old Navy where they have XS.

8/27/09 @ 12:25 pm (reply)

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