Nooo! That's so frustrating! I hope they get this next order correct. Some other poor woman is probably lamenting that she has a long sleeve dress not in her size instead of the one she ordered.

The correct dress arrived, and fits perfectly, but as I suspected it's really better for a fall event.

I have bought this dress from Ross because I really like the fabric, but it's way too long and voluminous.

It was cheap enough that I'm going to try to "remodel" it by changing the skirt portion, and maybe the sleeves.

Here's a very rough sketch of how I plan to do the skirt.

I went to our local mall (there's only one in the entire region) and didn't find one dress that was appropriate. I've also ordered a couple more dresses, and I'll go to a little local boutique to see what they have.

terricks - I do not have any dress suggestions, though I do love that Nordstrom dress. I hope the 2nd delivery is correct and you feel good in it.

I thought I'd make a suggestion for the crepey skin issue as I was suffering from the same thing. I started using Necessaire's body serum (linked below) on my arms and saw a pretty big difference. They don't look like 25 yr old arms, but they do look much better. I then started mixing the serum with their body lotion and my skin has never been softer.

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Congrats on the upcoming wedding!

terricks - from your photo, I really like that dress on you as is!

Thanks jsk - I'll check out those products.

Rubyclaire, thanks, but I feel like the dress is just swallowing me up - in real life it's like the dress is wearing me rather than the other way around!

I agree with @rubyclaire. That's a maxi-dress, correct? So I think the length is just that - maxi. It looks like it fits you well through the chest and waist and the skirt is gathered and ruffled, supposed to be full. I'll be interested to see what you do with it!

I like the dress but think the sleeves are too voluminous for the rest of the dress....maybe shorten them and make them slimmer...

I like the dress as is and would just shorten the sleeves.

Agree with Annie and Spanish.

I received an email from Ann Taylor today and saw this. It reminded me a little of dresses you have been looking for and has sleeves. It is a linen blend, so might be more casual fabric than you want. It looks very feminine to me though. And there is always a 50% off sale.

So far I have removed the ruffles from the bottom of the dress and already like it more than the maxi length.

It only cost me $22, so if it doesn't come out well when I'm finished it's no great loss, and kind of a fun project for me.

Outside - I hadn't thought of looking on the Ann Taylor website. I'll check it out.

I'm still working on the dress remodel, but in the meantime I found this dress at TJMaxx.

They had it in two sizes - a 6, which I could wear, but was a little tight on top, and a 14, which actually fits fine because of the nature of the pleated fabric. Then today I Googled DKNY pleated dress, and found it on Macy's. I ordered it in a size 10. I'm a little unsure of it because it's shiny, but I think that the pleating and style make it more casual and appropriate for an outdoor summer wedding. I can also wear a pretty patterned scarf or lightweight flowy jacket type thing over it. In person the color is a bit darker and more green.

I'm going to just suggest a short sleeved dress with as shrug or shawl. I could not believe how chilly it was at my Aug. 28 wedding and how hot it was at my Sept. 30th one. It always pays to plan for layering . . .

Or, the beauty of a cotton or cotton blend or linen dress with 3/4 length sleeves . . .

That latest dress is a gorgeous color!

I second gorgeous color. And I love that style dress!

I really like that last one...colorwise and it looks very nice, I like the sheen as it makes it a little special and yet it looks like it would be extremely comfortable to wear.

Maybe check out the search word "shrug." They sell a lot of them to go with formal dresses that are sleeveless, like for brides and bridesmaids. Might work for your dress too . . .

Edited to add that I would wear this one from Poshmark, and compliment it with a puka shell necklace . . . kidding . . . sort of . . . it is OR . . .

So glad you found something you like and that fits well-- the lines are flattering and that's a great color! I love it with the cork!

I REALLY like the last one. I love the color, the style, the fabric ( from what I see online). Even though I adore prints, I actually think a solid color is more right for the occasion. I think it's a stunner. (and the sleeves are great as they give a touch more coverage). Enjoy!!

This last dress looks fantastic! Perfect for late summer! I imagine the color looks great on you too.

Pretty dress!

Ebay has some nice vintage wraps.

The teal dress is lovely, Terriks. I do love a beautiful Fortuny-like pleated fabric, it drapes well and is very flattering. I am not sold on tan shoes or the cork purse; neither lives up to the fabric or color 😁 If you went with a patterned shawl like the one JT posted—which is fabulous and perfect for the dress— you could wear black or pewter sandals and carry a small black bag.

Kswl - I chose the tan sandals and cork bag because it will be a fairly casual outdoor wedding. I was actually telling a friend today that if I want to wear the same dress to a dressier event that I could accessorize it exactly as you suggest.

The nude shoe is ok, but I'm not a fan of the purse in that it would be awkward to wear....I don't really remember MOGs with purses anyway. Too busy shaking hands, hugging, etc. Will you have a wrist corsage? If so, that handle would be a problem.

That is a stunning outfit you have put together! You are going to look a model!

I love the cork. I carried a new bag at my daughter's wedding, mostly stashed away but it was nice to have something cute and matchy when I pulled it out to grab lip balm or a tissue.

Annie, how can you not have a purse? I am a future MOG currently engaged in my own purse hunt. Need a receptacle for lipstick, phone, and tissues!

I like how the purse and shoes coordinate without being too ”matchy.”

Sueb, if a purse, I'd think something that hangs on the shoulder so you can still have hands free. I have dressy purses that have straps that tuck inside so it can be shoulder or clutch. But then again, I'm not a purse person.

I don't think that I'll be holding the purse much. I just need something to hold my phone, lipstick, and tissues.

In everyday life I always use a crossbody purse, but that would ruin the look of the dress. If I'm wearing a shawl or scarf I don't know how I could use a shoulder bag.

Do people still do wrist corsages?

My daughter let us choose, wrist or pin-on. The pin-on was actually attached with magnets. I was just looking at pics from a very formal wedding, the mothers wore wrist corsages.

This purse discussion reminds me that I have a drawer full of beautiful "dress purses" that I inherited from my mother. Even if I dialed down my essentials, most of them would not hold it all. I also don't really have any events I would go to where I could use them. They are made of very fine materials, I hate to just throw them out but I doubt anyone would buy them, even on Poshmark. They just don't suit the modern lifestyle. Don't get me started on her silk scarves or gloves either . . . 1950s and 60s. It was the worst of times and the best of times. I wish we hadn't thrown the baby out with the bathwater . . . I miss the elegance, at least at some times. Of course who dresses to go out to run errands anymore or thinks about protecting their hairdo . . . I don't think I was ever built for that lifestyle but my mother was. I was watching the old Andy Griffith show the other night and marveled at the elaborate hairdos Helen Crump wore every day. My mom did too, she had beautiful auburn hair and was known for her elegant French twist. I tried and tried to learn how to do one on myself but I can't master it. My hair is too fine and slippery.

Sorry for the OT rant, but I think that whatever splurges you want to make on dressing up for the occasion are so worth it, even if it's just a one time deal. The memories will be worth it.

I wouldn't wear a shoulder strap cross body but just over one shoulder which would go over the dress sleeve and under the wrap. I do like the versatility of tucking the strap as I usually put it over the shoulder for the cocktail hour then tuck it inside the purse to make a clutch for dinner.

When I was Mother of the Bride, I had a ((beautiful )) navy dress that you all helped me select. I had navy and some sparkly wedge sandals (wedding was outdoors so needed) and used a beautiful small beaded bag that had been my mom's. I suppose if I didn't have it I would have bought a clutch. I really only used it like the Queen does!! to store lipstick ,and a tissue and eye pencil so i didn't really carry it except at our cocktail hour which preceded our ceremony. Mostly I just had it on a table.

I dont think I”ve ever seen a mOB or MOG with a wrist corsage. Besides, your hand/wrist won”t be going through the handles. i think something small, with handles or a clutch will be much more appropriate than a shoulder strap. I like what you”ve chosen, but even for a casual wedding, as MOG i might go with a bit dressier shoe.

When I was a MOG, I had a small, silver shoulder strap purse, that I assigned a friend to hold for me during the service. It was at my table for the reception, but I don’t think I ever went into it.

I hope no one makes me wear a corsage.

I hope no one makes me wear a corsage.

This was a huge issue for me in high school. No corsage. No limo. I can't imagine having to lay down the law yet again as a grown up.

I don't believe corsages were even discussed - I did not have one.

I'm 99.9% sure that there will be no corsages!

I would feel like an elderly aunt if someone tried to put one on me.

I know what the mother of the bride will be wearing, and I don't want to be "fancier" than her.

LOL…lay down the law yet again. 😝 I think they’d be happy to save money on flowers.

"Formal" flowers of any kind won't look right with your choice of dress. Boho and corsages, no way.

Do really like the teal pleated dress.

I think you are going to look super stylish!!!

The shoes are fine but I did see these today at Dillards. At first I wasn’t sure if they were too hip to the action but they are sooo cute on.

My long, skinny, bony feet don't need to be that much on display! 😂

Terriks, you are so attractive! Just stop😊

Funny thing is I also have long skinny feet and long toes and although I hate tattoos ,if I were ever so inclined…

The dress arrived from Macy's today, but it must be mislabeled, because it is much smaller than the size 6 from TJ Maxx! Also, the manufacturer's hang tag was not attached. I'm guessing that it had been returned, because it was mislabeled, then they sent it on to me.

The hem is so tight it was hard to walk in. I measured the circumference of each dress's hem, and the size 6 was 54 inches, while the supposed size 10 is only 44 inches!

So I'm going to keep the size 14, and take it in a bit at the waist, because it fits and looks good. The pleating makes it really adaptable.

I'm kind of happy that the dress from Macy's is wrong, because it was $50 more than the one from TJ Maxx.

You could also use a shawl with a hidden pocket. Or two. That way you could divide your stuff and discreetly have it.

ETA to add that I love your outfit.

I love your chosen outfit. Having been to a wedding in Klamath Falls a number of years ago, this fits in with casual Oregon weddings.

That color is divine! I would pay attention to where it falls on the leg... on the model, it's at the widest part of the calf, and that's never a good look on me. I'd hem to just below the knee. But your legs may vary. :-)