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this is a follow-up to my other post about cocktail dresses.  I've decided to order two, and send one back (unless i just fall in ove with both, hehe).  i've decided to get no. 7 in the other post, b/c i really like it.  i know it's not the most popular choice but i think it will look really good on and it's sort of a safe choice.  for my second option i thought i'd get one of these, which i also love (may be even more).  so, here are the other options, please cast your votes:

1)  LOVE this one so much (may be my favorite), but my size is OOS online everywhere so i have to order a size up and get it altered if they don't have it at a b&m store:

http://www.neimanmarcus.com/store/catalog/prod.jhtml?itemId=prod90510005&ecid=NMCIShoppingBecomeFeed&srccode=cii_13736960&cpncode=20-28953021-2

2) for some reason i'm drawn to this one but it might be too boring.  also, my hair will be down if that matters:

A.L.C. The Bradley Dress
3) think i like this dvf - could look amazing or old lady/frump:
Diane von Furstenberg "Cobb" Stretch Silk One-Shoulder Dress
4) like this nicole miller a lot but i'm not as tan as this girl (i'm really pretty pale but my hair is dark) and i can't afford those shoes with it:

http://www.neimanmarcus.com/store/catalog/prod.jhtml?itemId=prod90540098&eItemId=prod90540098&cmCat=search&searchType=MAIN&parentId=&icid=&rte=%252Fsearch.jhtml%253FN%253D0%2526Ntt%253Dnicole%252Bmiller%252Bmetal%252Bdress%2526_requestid%253D254

5) love the look of this with the black tights - different and cool.  didn't think i'd wear tights to an event like this (a ball) and it may be too casual but i would in this case, and i think the dress is gorgeous.  other potential prob is i won't wear red lipstick and the dress is white and i'm really pale:

Pencey Silk Backless Dress


6)  i almost left this one out.  might be too boring but i do like it:

Aidan Mattox Short Strapless Illusion Bustier Sheath
please let me know your favorite and what you think is the best choice for me (based on what you know about me)- i have to order it within the next few hours.  thanks in advance everyone! 





  

-- Edited by alb on Thursday 29th of October 2009 02:20:44 AM

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I love #1!!!!! My only hesitation is the altering. It seems to need to be fitted to make that shape work. Do you know a good tailor who can do it fast?

My second choice would be #6. With the detailing, I don't think it boring at all.

I also like #4 and think the silver would look great against pale skin. Sort of ethereal.

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I still vote the navy DVf with the lace, but I like 6 also.

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Thanks, Boots!  I fell in love with no. 1 as well, but my only hope is that nm or bergdorf's has it in my size.  otherwise i'm not sure.  i do know of a good tailor - but have never used him before.  i like the dress so much i just might take a chance on him!  still like the others too, so i'm waiting to hear what others think - while waiting for the SAs to call back!

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Boots wrote:

I love #1!!!!! My only hesitation is the altering. It seems to need to be fitted to make that shape work. Do you know a good tailor who can do it fast?

My second choice would be #6. With the detailing, I don't think it boring at all.

I also like #4 and think the silver would look great against pale skin. Sort of ethereal.


Ditto - #1 is my first choice, #6 is my second.

 



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thanks, pink - just saw your post.  i am sure the navy dvf dress is stunning, but i am not sure how i feel about the lace.  i'm not really a lace person in general so i am sort of on the fence.  it sucks not being able to try anything on!  

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wetbandit42 wrote:

Boots wrote:

I love #1!!!!! My only hesitation is the altering. It seems to need to be fitted to make that shape work. Do you know a good tailor who can do it fast?

My second choice would be #6. With the detailing, I don't think it boring at all.

I also like #4 and think the silver would look great against pale skin. Sort of ethereal.


Ditto - #1 is my first choice, #6 is my second.

 


thanks that helps.  would you get # 1, even if you had to size up though?  i'm not counting on it being available, although i'm hoping it is.

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itsapinkthing wrote:

I still vote the navy DVf with the lace, but I like 6 also.



 Me too!



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I think #6 is really, really pretty. It's my fave.

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love 1 and 6!

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Both 1 and 6 are gorgeous!



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Sorry I don't mean to add another to the mix but I can't resist! This D&G cocktail dress is gorgous and under $200

http://www.neimanmarcus.com/store/catalog/prod.jhtml?itemId=prod95030087&eItemId=prod95030087&searchType=SALE&parentId=cat980731&icid=&rte=%252Fcommon%252Fstore%252Fcatalog%252Ftemplates%252FET1.jhtml%253FNo%253D40%2526tv%253Dlc%2526N%253D4294967291%2526st%253Ds

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thanks, fairywings!  that is a gorgeous dress!  unfort. it won't work for me b/c i am so very pale that the color would wash me out, and i am a little too busty for the neckline.  someone should get it though.

thanks everyone for the opinions.  keep em coming!

i've located no. 1 in my size, but not no. 6 (calling about that now).

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I like number one a lot too, but still don't think a sheath style is as fancy or formal for an occasion where there will be a lot of long gowns. However, that's a really nice dress. I'm sure you'd find a reason to wear it!

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thanks everyone!  I bought these three last night:

-No 1 above in a size up (will have to alter it if i choose that one):

http://www.neimanmarcus.com/store/catalog/prod.jhtml?itemId=prod90510005&ecid=NMCIShoppingBecomeFeed&srccode=cii_13736960&cpncode=20-28953021-2

-tracked this one down in my size:

Aidan Mattox Short Strapless Illusion Bustier Sheath
-and this one from my other post:

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when i get them i'll post pics if i need help deciding! 





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You're going to look great in any of those dresses!

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Aww, Boots, you're so supportive!  Thanks!

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Yes, post pics!

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tough decision, but I personally like the first one...

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I love both new styles, very chic & beautiful, the colors are great! The third, the one that was most popular in ladies' choices, that navy, circle skirt - not my favourite, I think it'd work on a 16 year old...I don't know, to me it seems that even a model on the pic looks awkward in it.

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