would this look ok? ladies clothing question?

Question

i am going to a surprise birthday party, on asunday, and its in quite a trendy modern bar called jamies in london, and i wanted something feminine, and pretty, yet not too over dressed as its in the daytime.

i have found this dress on ebay, would it look ok, i would be wearing it with black 50s peep toe shoes with bow detail and a silk black neck scarf, what do you reckon.

http://cgi.ebay.co.uk/ws/eBayISAPI.dll?ViewItem&ih=002&sspagename=STRK%3AMEWA%3AIT&viewitem=&item=120104253367&rd=1&rd=1

any other ideas on what i could wear?

it needs to be appropriate as its a 70th birthday, and there a quite alot of older people there

Answer 1

I think its really pretty and appropriate for a 70th, you'll look very classy - Have fun!

Answer 2

Yeah, I like the sound of what you have in mind. Like someone said before don't go overboard on the accessories (particularly the bow details). Stick with either the scarf OR the shoes (not both). If you eventually decide to go with the scarf wear the bow on the other side of your neck to balance the bow on the dress and wear plainer shoes. Either ballet pump style or a plain court shoe. If you have short hair go with the scarf around your neck (very chic), if your hair is longer wear the scarf tied round a bun or ponytail to free up the front of the outfit from clutter and add interest to the back view. This also leaves the front free if you wish to add a simple piece of jewellry to highlight your decolletage.

I'm sure it will look great what ever way you eventually accessorise it so go for it girl. Dress looks great by the way! Have fun at the party!

Answer 3

Depends on how old you are. I would say that its drab and you would get sick of the print after a while. Plain is always better. the stitching on this is very obvious...not very well made but then at that price you cant really grumble can you? I would say a plain dress in the colour that suits you most with matching shoes. Leave your neck clutter free or else put a thin chain or a fine beaded necklace that matches the dress. If you have to carry a bag don't use a big clumpy one and make it match your shoes if you possibly can. Clothes are not a matter of money its a matter of how you put them together and if they make you look stunning. anyway have fun.

Answer 4

Very classy, nice and feminine, no need for the scarf tho, but I like the idea of the shoes, not too sure of the bow detail on it tho. Keep the jewellery to a minimum or your outfit may end up looking too loud. Also I'm assuming you are slim too because it would make bulges look bigger. The dress would suit the occasion very well.
It may not be of my taste, I'm a heavy metal chick, but the dress is appropriate and not over the top.

Answer 5

That dress is appropriate... though I wouldn't wear a scarf with it... try not to over accessorise it since the dress has a pattern, you know what I mean? You want the attention in only one place,and since this dress is super cute (love the price too!) and it has a nice pattern wearing either a scarf, big earrings or something on your hair would be over doing it. Stick to the dress, the peeps, a simple necklace and small earrings, if you are going to do sth to your hair, keep it simple! A lil mascara, lip gloss and some blush will go a long way!!! Good Luck!

Answer 6

Absolutely spot on with the dress and the shoes but i think you should leave the black scarf out as it will bring the outfit down.
Try a brighter bag or something very sparkly for a bit of fun.
Red or Teal are the colours to wear with monotone this season - do not wear any plastic though, that will make the outfit look cheap.
My friend just bought a copy of a Liberty metallic clutch bag in Superdrug for three pounds that would ge really well!
have a great time.

Answer 7

The dress is so, so. My advice is that the fact that it is a pensioner b-day doesn't mean that you should worry too much about the outfit..and buy something you are not sure about and might even never wear it again. Just try to look classy, (like black dress)but to feel glamorous and sexy add some interesting details like big red belt or scarf or pin..Good luck

Answer 8

I think it would be just right! It's got a modern yet retro look, and the peep toe shoes would compliment it beautifully. I'm not so sure about the neck scarf though, as I think it would be in competition with the side tie. What about a velvet ribbon choker?
Whatever you decide to wear, have a brilliant time, and happy birthday to the birthday boy/girl!

Answer 9

I think it looks great but I would not wear the scarf but wear some trendy jewellery something big and bold a bracelet or beads or large broach there are some great ones out there,the shoes will be perfect have a great time xx

Answer 10

If its the black and white wrap over dress then I think this will be lovely, especially with the balck 50s peep toe shoes (same era as wrap dresses), the neck scarf will be a classy addition. Have a nice day.

Answer 11

It's a wrap dress which is great because it looks good day to evening and hides a multitude of sins! Wear a good bra underneath it because wrap dresses do show off your curves. Tan your legs and don't wear tights. If you can't tan them then buy one of those spray on legs stuff in the can - they're great. The silk scarf might make you a little "Grease the musical" but try it on and see how you feel.