topic Re: Black Dress Winner in Fashion

Black Dress Winner

maisiebrook — Thu, 07 Mar 2019 14:19:24 GMT

I just received this black dress after an exhaustive search. The fabric is medium weight which means --not too thin and not heavy. It meets all my body requirements--covers my knees (I am 5'3), is comfortable, and is A-line thus hiding all the problem areas. The best part is it is currently drastically reduced (misses sizes more than petite) for a limited time. I believe it is not available in stores. It is Macy's Charter Club.

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software — Thu, 07 Mar 2019 14:27:53 GMT

Very classy looking, you can go anywhere in that dress.

I understand about "exhaustive" but victory is sweet.

Is the belt removable? For me, I would probably prefer wearing a different belt, but I'm a belt person.

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phoenixbrd — Thu, 07 Mar 2019 14:30:46 GMT

love the versatility....strappy heels or tights/boots. Good choice and classic lines.

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maisiebrook — Thu, 07 Mar 2019 14:35:05 GMT

@software Yes, belt is removable and I am like you, in wanting to switch out the belt. I spent part of yesterday looking thru my belt collection and searching online though I didn't come up with anything. I am looking for all black, no metal. I plan to wear pearl earrings and necklace and you are right again, you can dress this up or down, Sadly I purchased the dress to wear to a memorial service for a close friend who passed last month.

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Greeneyedlady21 — Thu, 07 Mar 2019 14:46:40 GMT

@maisiebrook I'm sorry about your friend, you made a perfect choice of dress.

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FastDogWalker2 — Thu, 07 Mar 2019 15:00:35 GMT

Perfect! Does anyone else read Sue Grafton mysteries? The main character, Kinsey, had an all purpose black dress that was featured in many of the mysteries. I am pretty certain it was not as lovely as this - great find!

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blueroses47 — Thu, 07 Mar 2019 15:06:48 GMT

@FastDogWalker2 wrote:
Perfect! Does anyone else read Sue Grafton mysteries? The main character, Kinsey, had an all purpose black dress that was featured in many of the mysteries. I am pretty certain it was not as lovely as this - great find!

I loved it when she talked about her all purpose black dress. In fact, I loved her pared down life style. So different from all the stuff I encumber myself with.

That black dress is so perfect.

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nova — Thu, 07 Mar 2019 17:46:46 GMT

@maisiebrook First of all, I am sorry for the loss of your friend. I find Macy's Charter Club brand has good value & style. I am also petite & shop at Macy's often for their selection. Style & Co. and Alfani are also nice Macy's brands for petites. I hope the next time you wear this dress it's for a happier occassion.

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Pook — Thu, 07 Mar 2019 19:18:42 GMT

I don't like dresses but if this were a bit above the knee and with some type of higher heels or wedges it wouldn't be half bad. Like it is it looks too librarian to me.

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ALRATIBA — Thu, 07 Mar 2019 19:23:49 GMT

Nice dress. It's similar to one of my LDBs - mine has long sleeves - but otherwise looks pretty close.

Mine is a poly/rayon crepe fabric. I got it in Coldwater Creek when they still had stores!