johnart said:

PunkMistress said:

I've said it before and I'll say it again: internet friends are the sweetest friends.

John, where are you with some dresses? You should be able to pick something out, you measured my body with your palms for chrissakes.

True

I don't think you wanted me picking out stuff last night

I do like the cut on some of what Genesia picked out. I'll look around for some styles on Mon, when my crazy family leaves and the screaming and hollarin has subsided.

Ok!

Genesia said:

Do you have a short torso...or are you fairly proportionate torso/legs-wise?

If you don't have a short torso, two words - wrap dress.

I read the original post and thought 'two-words, wrap dress'.

I adore wrap dresses. And i'm short and curvy.

I have a lot of dresses from this place -

www.wallis.co.uk

I know you don't have Wallis where you are, but there are some nice ideas there.

Lisa10 said:

I have a lot of dresses from this place -

www.wallis.co.uk

I know you don't have Wallis where you are, but there are some nice ideas there.

I like this one:

PunkMistress said:

johnart said:

True

I don't think you wanted me picking out stuff last night

I do like the cut on some of what Genesia picked out. I'll look around for some styles on Mon, when my crazy family leaves and the screaming and hollarin has subsided.

Ok!

You wouldn't want me to pick stuff out tonight either

johnart said:

PunkMistress said:

Ok!

You wouldn't want me to pick stuff out tonight either

you drunk!

Google up images of Scarlett Johanson, Kim Kardashian and Salma Hayak, those three are very curvy and very short and almost always get it right. They often wear flesh colored shoes and if they wear a belt it is the same fabric and color as the dress they are wearing. The fabrics are often soft and cut on the bias so they flow over their body but don't hug grossly tight. Since they all have pretty racks like you they pay attention to the neckline. It is always flattering and shows a tad of cleavage but never too much. Look at pics of them and you get the idea of what works. Bright colors are o.k.but busy prints or tops that contrast with bottoms are going to be difficult for you.

JerseyKRS said:

johnart said:

You wouldn't want me to pick stuff out tonight either

you drunk!

Hi.

Eh I would help you but I'm clueless I always go through a process of trial and error. but those dresses are nice. I think they are you

When were big boobs bad?

JerseyKRS said:

wear something like this!

http://tvtropes.org/pmwik...xyFlanders

Sorry I'm late to the thread, Boo! I've been wanting to get at this one since yesterday but didn't have any time, but I was thinking about dresses all day .

You've let us in on the fact that your boobies and hips have now gone all SHA-ZAMM POWW!!!!

Okay, after that, I was thinking about other factors that influenced what I was looking at for you;

1. Your general dressing style/preferences based on the pics we've seen of you. You strike me as needing a little quirk in your ensembles, but they start with classic lines. You live in Florida, but though it's a state influenced by nightlife I don't see you in club wear at all. I see you appropriately rocking minis that don't scream "Wet Seal". I was looking at dresses in the way that in this phase of your life you're looking at food processors and kitchen knives. The shit has to embody functionality, personality, longevity and purpose all rolled into one sassy ass package.

2. Living in Florida, it's f**king hot. You need pieces that you're not going to swelter in.

Here's a start:

Hot fucking grown up riot-girrrl-ish mom with killer haircut in humid ass Florida choices:

(Not 100% sure that you'd like this print, but it could be a cute silhouette for your frame)

NOW...

Classic occasion/event options:

Just rip that freakin' bow off the shoulder and get the focus back on your new boobage, where it should be

Then, since you mentioned you could entertain the idea of long sleeves, too, then maybe for cold weather-ish options...

That's alls I got for now. Hope something looks interesting out of these

[Edited 2/14/11 12:27pm]

Ottensen said:

Sorry I'm late to the thread, Boo! I've been wanting to get at this one since yesterday but didn't have any time, but I was thinking about dresses all day .

You've let us in on the fact that your boobies and hips have now gone all SHA-ZAMM POWW!!!!

Okay, after that, I was thinking about other factors that influenced what I was looking at for you;

1. Your general dressing style/preferences based on the pics we've seen of you. You strike me as needing a little quirk in your ensembles, but they start with classic lines. You live in Florida, but though it's a state influenced by nightlife I don't see you in club wear at all. I see you appropriately rocking minis that don't scream "Wet Seal". I was looking at dresses in the way that in this phase of your life you're looking at food processors and kitchen knives. The shit has to embody functionality, personality, longevity and purpose all rolled into one sassy ass package.

2. Living in Florida, it's f**king hot. You need pieces that you're not going to swelter in.

Here's a start:

Hot fucking grown up riot-girrrl-ish mom with killer haircut in humid ass Florida choices:

(Not 100% sure that you'd like this print, but it could be a cute silhouette for your frame)

NOW...

Classic occasion/event options:

Just rip that freakin' bow off the shoulder and get the focus back on your new boobage, where it should be

Then, since you mentioned you could entertain the idea of long sleeves, too, then maybe for cold weather-ish options...

That's alls I got for now. Hope something looks interesting out of these

[Edited 2/14/11 12:27pm]

These suggestions cannot be topped.

Serious said:

johnart said:

Is she auditioning for a Prince video?

Hey it's a cute dress and the only one of all the ones I posted that would probably not look aweful on me .

When I think of Punk Mistress, I'm picturing a wardrobe persona that's more a combination of

Character Shane McCutcheon from tv's cult hit favorite, "The L Word" (played by Kate Moennig)

mixed with a lil bit of

Kim Gordon from Sonic Youth, who will wear dresses ranging from Riot Grrl gear to pleasant little Audrey Hepburn dresses, yet it always projects a certain attitude that lets you know she's wearing the dress and it doesn't wear her.

I see inspiration from these two, then with some classic lines thrown in here and there. I think the other dress might be a little bit too, well, clubby- Sort of something like something Kendra, Snooki or Jwoww would wear

Ottensen said:

Serious said:

Hey it's a cute dress and the only one of all the ones I posted that would probably not look aweful on me .

When I think of Punk Mistress, I'm picturing a wardrobe persona that's more a combination of

Character Shane McCutcheon from tv's cult hit favorite, "The L Word" (played by Kate Moennig)

mixed with a lil bit of

Kim Gordon from Sonic Youth, who will wear dresses ranging from Riot Grrl gear to pleasant little Audrey Hepburn dresses, yet it always projects a certain attitude that lets you know she's wearing the dress and it doesn't wear her.

I see inspiration from these two, then with some classic lines thrown in here and there. I think the other dress might be a little bit too, well, clubby- Sort of something like something Kendra, Snooki or Jwoww would wear

Where have you been all my life.

Shane was the only one who did nude scenes. lol

Ottensen said:

Sorry I'm late to the thread, Boo! I've been wanting to get at this one since yesterday but didn't have any time, but I was thinking about dresses all day .

You've let us in on the fact that your boobies and hips have now gone all SHA-ZAMM POWW!!!!

Okay, after that, I was thinking about other factors that influenced what I was looking at for you;

1. Your general dressing style/preferences based on the pics we've seen of you. You strike me as needing a little quirk in your ensembles, but they start with classic lines. You live in Florida, but though it's a state influenced by nightlife I don't see you in club wear at all. I see you appropriately rocking minis that don't scream "Wet Seal". I was looking at dresses in the way that in this phase of your life you're looking at food processors and kitchen knives. The shit has to embody functionality, personality, longevity and purpose all rolled into one sassy ass package.

2. Living in Florida, it's f**king hot. You need pieces that you're not going to swelter in.

Here's a start:

Hot fucking grown up riot-girrrl-ish mom with killer haircut in humid ass Florida choices:

(Not 100% sure that you'd like this print, but it could be a cute silhouette for your frame)

NOW...

Classic occasion/event options:

Just rip that freakin' bow off the shoulder and get the focus back on your new boobage, where it should be

Then, since you mentioned you could entertain the idea of long sleeves, too, then maybe for cold weather-ish options...

That's alls I got for now. Hope something looks interesting out of these

[Edited 2/14/11 12:27pm]

You are spot-on with everything - where I'm at in terms of investing in clothing, my desired style (clean, classic lines with a bit of edge) and comfort level in terms of temperature and fabric.

Now where do I find these dresses?

PunkMistress said:

Ottensen said:

WWW.ZARA.COM

WWW.NEWPORTNEWS.COM

WWW.VICTORIASSECRET.COM

You are spot-on with everything - where I'm at in terms of investing in clothing, my desired style (clean, classic lines with a bit of edge) and comfort level in terms of temperature and fabric.

Now where do I find these dresses?

The price range is from about $39-$69, the most budget friendly pieces being from Newport News.

My jersey "bargain of the week" would be this "Shaper Dress" from Chadwicks, retailing for $19.99. They chose the wrong model for it though, it would have been nicer to see a curvier girl in it (like how they do it in Vicky-Secret).

I think it would look pretty good on a curvy frame, maybe hit your local seamstress to shorten it a bit if you want to show extra leg...Lord, why they put those white shoes I dunno but pretend like you don't see those

The other sleeveless printed mini with the wrap collar is from a French store called ProMod, but I just found out they don't have any stores in the US. You could order online but they tend to be too many price points above the H&M budget. I shop there regularly but only when stuff is on sale

why is it that everytime erin walks into a room, someone leaves crying?

Now for round 2, starting with lightinthebox.com:

$39.99

$29.99

$34.99

and ending with a Happy Hour clearance from ZARA, clearance prices from $15.99-$19.99;

and then there's this one...it's in the ZARA across the street from my house, but the top is a silk-like fabric (or hell it might actually be silk) then bottom half of this dress is a very thick knit. From actually touching it, I think it could very look good on the hips and boobs, but it might be a question of if you like that stiff, retro, 70's knit fabric on the bottom. But still, it's not too too bad for $15.99, and the dress would fly over pretty well when you have a special " special occasion/event" scenario. If you go on the website, they have close-up icon you can press to see the fabrics better.

Happy Shopping!

I feel like I have something to go on now!

Thank you so much, Ottie!

John, that does not excuse you. Let's go!

PunkMistress said:

I need help buying dresses and other clothes.

I've always been small and slim, but I'm a little heavier than I've ever been. My boobs and hips, which were kind of round before, are, uh, more round now.

I have a hard time buying dresses in particular. I feel like they either hug my curves too tight, or sit on me like a bag, hiding them.

Can any of you style mavens help me with designs that will be flattering and good places to look? (I'm on a H&M budget) Sexy is all good, but tasteful is what I feel like I'm missing.

Hey Erin.

I didn't know you were that small, Prince height? You don't look like it in your pictures. Boobs, hips and small, I've been looking up pics of Salma Hayek and this is what I think would fit you, nothing too long, nothing too short, mid height dresses/skirts, whenever possible high heels or boots. Now, she most likely doesn't wear H&M but still, it's more to see what sort of dresses would fit you and then steal some idea's.

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Not Salma but still a similar idea

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You would look sexy in these kind of clothes.

My mom is little and has many curves, she always wears things that look, how do you say that, a little bit like a bell? Like a church bell, it camouflages any curves around the waist and upper legs and makes you look taller.

And indeed, the dresses Ottensen posted are very good.

Thank you, Intense!

Yeah, I'm Prince sized. d