Yes, my dress is sheer.
No, I’m not entirely certain it’s work-appropriate. Yes, I wore it to work anyway:
And I loved it. Sheerness be damned, I think this dress is fabulous. It is, admittedly, probably more of a party dress than a work dress, but the only party I have coming up is a 90s party and this dress is from the 70s. Besides which, I wanted to wear it now, not later, so I wore it to work. I'm not a complete dress code rebel though, so I did wear the dress (vintage Lady Blair) layered over a navy blue slip. I also added a black patent belt (Steve Madden via Ross) and black patent mini-wedges (Seychelles).
I guess this probably isn't the most versatile dress in my closet, given that its a sheer 70s party dress, but it will definitely
remain in my closet. And I will wear this dress again. There is just no way in heck am I getting rid of this one.
Happy Monday, All!
Gracey
I'd go with work appropriate, and I definitely wouldn't get rid of it either!
ReplyDeleteI think the fact that it's a dark sheer fabric makes it fine for the office. Love that splashy floral print. :) Every woman needs at least one '70s party dress ...
ReplyDeleteI adore that dress! The colors are gorgeous. I have a really similar sheer vintage dress.
ReplyDeleteAnd I'd say it's work appropriate as long as you wear a slip under it.
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Totally work appropriate as far as I'm concerned! It's really cute too!
ReplyDeleteIt's not really reading as sheer to me. It is, however, reading as fabulous. Keeper!
ReplyDeletelove your dress!!!!! the print is gorgeous.
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I love that dress and find it to be completely work appropriate.
ReplyDeleteI love this dress, and with the slip I think it's totally work appropriate.
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This dress is completely elegant and gorgeous, and I would look great in it. Oh. My. Did I say that out loud? If we wore the same size, I would totally be begging for your closet cast offs!
Beautiful dress! The fact that it's vintage makes it even better! From the photos, it doesn't look terribly sheer, but I am sure with the slip it was completely appropriate for the office. You look for pretty and polished. I love the simple accessories, it really complete the looks.
ReplyDeleteCallie
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Fabulous dress, fit and length! I love the print. All of it!!
ReplyDeleteI've been wearing slips under my skirts to work because I think it's probably inappropriate if you can make out the outlines of my inner thighs under the fluorescent lighting. But slips are hot and hard to find in the right length and add bulk and waahh!
Gracey...this dress is beautiful and you look beautiful in it!
ReplyDeleteI totally agree, this is one to keep. It's really lovely, and it looks fantastic on you too.
ReplyDeleteIt does look fabulous on you dear :)
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awww what a lovely dress :)
ReplyDeleteyou look sooo cute!!
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Amazing how vintage finds can be so versatile, right? Love this fab frock on you, Gracey!
ReplyDeleteDefinitely a beauty! You so should not get rid of it! At first glance I couldn't even see that it is sheer. Totally love it!!!
ReplyDeletei would wear it to work, but then again i'm not always the best person to ask about appropriate work wear. having said that, you look gorgeous and i bet your coworkers appreciated a little floral sunlight in their day!
ReplyDeleteI think it's work-appropriate and I think you look fantastic in it!
ReplyDeleteGorgeous dress, and you should def keep hold of such vintage treasures!
ReplyDeleteSadie xx
Yeah, I think as long as you didn't show up with it layered over a bikini, you look good enough for church :)
ReplyDeleteDresses like this remind us of what slips are for!
ReplyDeleteOH. MY. GAWRSH. I Want this dress! It is the most gorgeous, lovely, sweet dress ever! From the print to the color to its sheerness!
ReplyDelete♥ laura
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so pretty! love the print!
ReplyDeleteTotally work worthy, they should be so lucky :) I love this dress total keeper! It looks sweet on you!
ReplyDeleteGracey, that dress is gorgeous and fits you perfectly. I would love to see you wear it with a statement necklace.
ReplyDeleteHelene
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