Ask Dr. LJ: Fashion help?

[saxikath]

I want a fun summer dress. Not too expensive. Something for general use, not a "fancy dress." Just a cute dress in size 18 that's not going to make me look frumpy.

Help?

Comments

[smacaski.livejournal.com]

Dress Barn--there's one in the shopping plaza near the Wellington T station. Reasonable prices, and they have an excellent selection in sizes from 2 to 24. Dress Barn is made of win.

[dharklady.livejournal.com]

It's really all about the cut. Personally I go for styles that ton down my hips, usually with thicker material and a wavy cut bottom. Fit n' flare is pretty popular right now and it is flattering on a lot of folks. Check out JCPenny for some money minded ideas.

[doctorhook.livejournal.com]

Lana says Eddie Bauer dresses are casual, comfy, well-made, look good, and usually come in size 18. Not necessarily cheap, but not too expensive, IMO.

[bex77]

Marshall's sometimes has great finds in size 18. There's one in Meadow Glen Mall along Rte 16 and another at the Twin City Plaza on McGrath Hwy just up from Lechmere.

[stormsdotter.livejournal.com]

I have a dress from Holy Clothing that I like. They carry all sorts of sizes and colors, and their supply can be worn LARPing too: http://stores.shop.ebay.com/HOLYCLOTHING-EXCLUSIVES-Sizes-Sm-5X/Shop-Dresses.html_

[lady-disaronno.livejournal.com]

Hi Kath, this is Kim :)

Lane Bryant makes really cute clothes and size 18 is easy to find at their stores. There is a store at the Galleria and if you look on their website right now they have a lot of fun summer dresses.

Good luck! Here's hoping the weather cooperates so you actually have a chance to wear your summer dress

[desireearmfeldt]

I liked the one muffyjo was wearing last night, though perhaps that would be just a little fancier than you're looking for?

[vorsaga.livejournal.com]

I second the Lane Bryant. A wrap style dress that accentuates your waist with an A line or fuller shirt will be a great fit for you.