STYLE LESSONS FROM ONE DRESS
You know that feeling when you really want something to work…. but deep down, you know it just doesn’t? That’s how I felt with this darling pinstriped dress. I loved it on the hanger, and even loved it when I slipped it on. But as soon as I paired it with some flat shoes? Nope. It felt all wrong to me. I wasn’t comfortable….. just didn’t feel my best.
At 5’1.5″, I’ve learned that certain silhouettes…. especially voluminous ones, need a little height. I wore this dress to lunch with a girlfriend, first with some cute metallic flats. They were cute for a minute…. but then I felt frumpy-ish. Next, I tried my red pointy mules. Better because of the bright color, but still not quite right. Then I pulled out my metallic platforms…. and there she was! Confidence! Height! Much better!! The whole outfit just worked.
But then the practical side of me asked….. am I really going to wear this dress only with platform heels? I would actually wear it with lots of different heels in my closet, but don’t really have the versatility that sandals and sneakers would give this dress. I wouldn’t be able to wear it comfortably THREE DIFFERENT WAYS….. my motto!
I’ve answered my own question…………………. nope.
As much as I wanted this to work, I’m sending it back. I need more things in my closet that give me options, NOT LIMITATIONS! I’ve learned over the years to LISTEN to WHAT WORKS FOR ME….. and considering my frame, my proportions, my style. It’s tempting to keep trying to make something work, but if I don’t feel my best in it, I won’t wear it. Simple as that!
THIS DRESS MAY BE FOR YOU IF……
I didn’t like this dress with flats, because I have a wide calf. It does make a difference. They are very strong, but they are wide…… thank you daddy!! I think if I had thinner legs, I would like it. And you may think it looks great on me with the flat shoes, but bottom line is, I don’t feel confident. So, this dress may be for you if……. YOU FEEL CONFIDENT IN IT! It’s actually a really great dress!
THESE DRESSES WOULD WORK BETTER FOR ME
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So, here’s a reminder for you….. it’s okay to let something go. Even if it’s cute. Especially if it doesn’t support your confidence. Don’t you love that? DRESS TO SUPPORT YOUR CONFIDENCE! The style lessons of this dress, reinforced what I felt to begin with. Stick with what feels good on you. That’s where the REAL STYLE lives!!!!!
