Holiday party and Nutcracker dress

[bcafe]

I have 2 holiday parties and a Nutcracker ballet performance all in one weekend. Is this dress too matronly? Do the shoes go with the dress? I probably should have sleeves because I am not sure how the different venues will be with regards to heat. Thanks!

[mikala]

I think it could be really cute together with the right accessories. I think the short length and the exposed zipper in the back make it non matronly.

I'd probably do a statement necklace or colorful scarf with the dress and maybe bracelets or drop earrings depending on whether your hair is up or down.

[SnuggleBuggles]

I think it could be really cute together with the right accessories. I think the short length and the exposed zipper in the back make it non matronly.

I'd probably do a statement necklace or colorful scarf with the dress and maybe bracelets or drop earrings depending on whether your hair is up or down.

Totally agree on all points (well, except a scarf- I don’t think one would go).



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[sariana]

Totally agree on all points (well, except a scarf- I don’t think one would go).



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I think a Pashmina would work. I often wear those because I have several from Pakistan and because they provide extra warmth if needed.

ETA: Meant to say I love the dress and the shoes. (I can't wear shoes like that and envy those who can.)

[SnuggleBuggles]

Can you link to the dress and shoes as they’re both really cute.


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[mom2binsd]

I think you can keep it youthful with fun accessories, chunky bracelets/necklace. I would not do a scarf, as it would make it less dressy and honestly a scarf would skew older woman. A scarf for casual is one thing, but not with that dress.

Also, are the parties dressy? Maybe some fun sparkly shoes? Are you wearing the dress to all three events?

[bcafe]

I am not a scarf person, so worries there. Yes, this dress will do triple duty!

[Ms B]

Add chunky bracelets and substantial earrings, plus a sparkly wrap and you should be good to go. Alternatively, you could pick up some embellished shoes (maybe something strappy with crystals) or a festive brooch for a bit more sparkle for the holiday parties.

[mommy111]

Is it a bad sign that fit and flare black dresses scream 'teen crowd' to me and not 'matronly'? Maybe I'm too middle aged

[TwinFoxes]

Dress is fine, like the shoes, but I feel they are too matchy-matchy with that dress. I think silver shoes would be lovely. Or a deep red/burgundy even.