Some fashion advice...

Soliloquy · #1 06-29-2007, 01:34 PM

Well, like I said, I haven't posted anything that would make my mother blush.

I also believe I have maintained a great deal of discreetness thusfar. I apologize that my thread asking for advice on something incredibly superficial has seemed to ruffle some feathers/initiate unnecessary drama.

AlphaFrog · #2 06-29-2007, 01:36 PM

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Originally Posted by Soliloquy

Well, like I said, I haven't posted anything that would make my mother blush.

I also believe I have maintained a great deal of discreetness thusfar. I apologize that my thread asking for advice on something incredibly superficial has seemed to ruffle some feathers/initiate unnecessary drama.

I think you're fine. Just wait until after rush to post your thread.

ForeverRoses · #3 06-29-2007, 01:50 PM

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Originally Posted by AlphaFrog

I think you're fine. Just wait until after rush to post your thread.

Yeah- you could write the most current "retro" recruitment thead ever... "well two weeks ago was pref and I wore this adorable burgundy sheath dress..."

emily0325 · #4 06-29-2007, 01:54 PM

I would go with a fun printed sundress with a cardigan over it. It'll help you stick out

AChiOhSnap · #5 06-29-2007, 02:02 PM

Ann Taylor has some pretty sundresses that would be appropriate for a relatively conservative recruitment.

http://www.anntaylor.com/catalog/product.jsp?productId=7455&No=0&pCategoryId=101&Ns =CATEGORY_SEQ_180&N=1200003&Nty=1&categoryId=180&d efaultColorNameFromCategory=Jungle%20Green&default SizeTypeFromCategory=Misses

Love it. I think that would be a gorgeous sundress to wear with a little cardigan.

AlphaFrog · #6 06-29-2007, 02:35 PM

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Originally Posted by emily0325

I would go with a fun printed sundress with a cardigan over it. It'll help you stick out

Good idea. Just make sure the "fun print" isn't anchors, ladybugs, owls, kites, etc...

adpiucf · #7 06-29-2007, 02:31 PM

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Originally Posted by Soliloquy

Well, like I said, I haven't posted anything that would make my mother blush.

I also believe I have maintained a great deal of discreetness thusfar. I apologize that my thread asking for advice on something incredibly superficial has seemed to ruffle some feathers/initiate unnecessary drama.

You haven't ruffled any feathers or initiated any drama. We're just trying to help you. There are some crazies and some crazy lurkers on here who have jeopardized some PNMs recruitments in past years.

You're welcome to take or leave any suggestions you receive here and do whatever you feel is right for you.

violetpretty · #8 06-29-2007, 02:40 PM

No doubt, someone already on GC goes to your school. They will be able to figure out which chapter is which even if you use codenames, and especially if you describe philanthropy activities, outfits, skits, houses, etc. Someone could read your thread and think "hmm I better tell my chapter to cut Soliliquy since she is so hung up on another chapter", only to find that you get cut by both.

If you write your thread so that every chapter is described in the most generic way, your thread will probably be boring. We like details on GC. But we also don't want to see your recruitment get screwed up by someone's misinterpretations of your opinions. I'd recommend including more details and doing a thread AFTER you get a bid.

FSUZeta · #9 07-01-2007, 10:45 AM

i love that ann taylor dress, achiosnap. snaps to you!!

pnms, as i said in another thread, if you are thinking of wearing a strapless dress, make sure it fits properly and walk around in it for 5 or 10 minutes before purchasing it. i hate to see someone in a strapless dress constantly readjusting themselves and pulling the dress back up-no matter how cute the dress is.

DeltaBetaBaby · #10 07-01-2007, 02:02 PM

My thoughts exactly. 33girl touched on it too...we can't tell from the picture whether it would be right sundress for YOU. If you have a small bust, you can wear a strapless bra (or no bra if the dress is supportive) and be just fine. A girl like myself, however, could not pull that off without constant re-adjusting and the risk of appearing immodest.

angels85 · #11 07-02-2007, 11:40 AM

I agree with the white dress theory. I bought one for h.s. graduation from Ann Taylor & have worn it atleast 2 every year for different things (and gotten compliments on it every year...its timeless obviously). I also bought a sundress from Ann Taylor that I wore during recruitment and a girl from every house commented on it. Ann Taylor has good stuff!!
Also, be sure to be modest..I know this sounds very over-done and obvious, but I wore a much too-short denim skirt one round and ended up very self-conscious sitting on the floor...just a thought!

Soliloquy · #12 07-02-2007, 01:07 PM

Sorry for my lack of replying, I fractured my ankle and have been bedridden. Thankfully I managed to hobble up to get my laptop, daytime TV was simply driving me insane!

Anyway, thanks for the Ann Taylor tip. I checked out that link and adored the dress. I surfed around and found quite a few other things that looked perfect!

Oh, and DeltaBaby- I know you can't tell me what works for me. That's why I simply asked for an unbiased opinion of how the dress would be viewed solely on design. Opinions, even without a basis, can be incredibly helpful. All of your opinions have provided some insight, so thank you very much ladies!

Let me just say that I am in love with J.Crew and want to spend all of my money there. haha