Style Tip – Try it on anyway
Have you ever looked at something in the store and thought, “Nah,I’m not going to try it on. It’s probably not for me..I don’t think?”…. and then you walked away?
Well, this summer I (Deborah) nearly walked away from two winners.
 Looked kind of baggy on the hanger |
 Deborah in her new favorite comfy dress! |
The first was a simple navy blue Diane Von Furstenberg dress with a nautical feel. It had a cute scoop neckline, billowy sleeves and a darling rope belt. I liked it, but I was sure it would be too loose and billowy, and would make me like I was wearing a big old bag.
But then I thought…. what the heck, I’ll try it.
To my surprise, it was actually very fitted through the waist and hips and looked really cute on me. It’s so comfortable too, and looks great with my red canvas Ralph Lauren wedges.
 I wasn't sure about this one |
 Deborah says, "You can still feel glam even going casual!" |
The second near miss was another Diane Von Furstenberg dress…..this one had a simple cut and the material had a wild colorful pattern. Now, normally I don’t wear many patterns, but I was really attracted to the colors in this dress. I also like things that nip in at the waist and this looked more just a straight up and down style. It didn’t have the greatest rack appeal but, but I just had a feeling.
It’s now become my new favorite dress. It’s cute and comfy and I can dress it up and down. I have had a million compliments, and most important of all I feel fantastic in it. Here’s me on my way to my girlfriend’s new country house for a casual summer dinner.
So what’s the lesson here? If you’re not sure, try it on anyway. It sure worked for me! Oh, and do check out Diane Von Furstenberg. She’s on of my favorites. Saks carries a lot of her clothes.
It happens to me all the time!
And you’re right – you look fantastic in those 2 that you never walked away from.
Great dresses – now if I just had your legs to get away with those hemlines……..
Good for you GlamGirl!
I once heard a customer say, “I never would have looked at that if you hadn’t put it in my room”, and of course she looked great in our white shirt.
But it really needs a body to make it come alive. I’ve learned that the hanger appeal isn’t that great, and that’s when a sales associate is even more important.
You look so GORGEOUS in those 2 dresses!! Way to Glam it up!!
Thanks Judy,
I just love dresses. They’re so easy. I’ve been living in them this summer!
Cheers, Deborah
Hi Carissa,”
That is a great comment, “needs a body to make it come alive” and that a good sales associate is always appreciated. You are so right! They see what looks good on different body types and should be able to suggest those items that will look good on you!
Thanks for your input!
~JoJami
I’m so sick of the clothes for plus size, I gained 100 Lbs on Prednisone & went from 8
to 22, i’m trying t get the wt off but it’s taking for ever. The clothes at Lane Bryant & catherine’s look matronly.
HI Sheree,
Try going to this site: http://www.lolaandgigi.com
We think they have some super styles!
Good luck!