Pref dress help?

[Alumiyum]

Originally Posted by Drolefille

I do not. Around here the dept. stores have like special weeks where they advertise fittings but I have no idea if they're prepared to do it the rest of the time.


No-nippage pasties can also work if you meet all the other criteria.

True story. I forgot about those...I know Target has them for like $5 or something.

[PhoenixAzul]

Prints are one of those things you've got to use your best judgment on. I'd certainly not ban a print, I'm a huge fan of a nifty print/design and I think it can be an opportunity to express your personality. Just make sure that the pattern is in proportion to your body, and that it isn't too loud or tacky (neon pink leopard print may not be the best pref dress...). Again I think a lot of that comes down to the material and construction of the dress. A beautiful silk dress with a subtle print can be a knockout. The same print in a jersey or other fabric could just be blah.

[KSUViolet06]

Originally Posted by PhoenixAzul

Prints are one of those things you've got to use your best judgment on. I'd certainly not ban a print, I'm a huge fan of a nifty print/design and I think it can be an opportunity to express your personality. Just make sure that the pattern is in proportion to your body, and that it isn't too loud or tacky (neon pink leopard print may not be the best pref dress...). Again I think a lot of that comes down to the material and construction of the dress. A beautiful silk dress with a subtle print can be a knockout. The same print in a jersey or other fabric could just be blah.

Generally speaking, if you pick up a print and you first thought is "WHOA that is way too loud/bright!" then it probably is.

Also, some advice about dresses:

When you're trying stuff on, make sure you sit, stand, bend over, etc. in it.

If you can't bend over without falling out of it, reconsider.

If you're fidgeting with it in the dressing room every 5 seconds to keep it up, that's probably what you'll be doing during Pref. Get a different size, or something with straps.

Another tip: Remember, you're dressing to impress women, not guys.

That super cleavage dress that your boyfriend thinks is hot, is probably not a good look for recruitment.

Sure, it sounds like a no-brainer, but you'd be surprised how many girls think "my bf likes this" = cool for recruitment.

[sweetmagnolia]

There was a question asked a page back that was never really addressed: does a PNM want to look more formal than the sisters at Pref?

[FSUZeta]

equally as formal-unless the chapter wears floor length gowns(some do at some schools), in which case the pnm would want to be slightly less formal(no long gowns for pnms!).

[gee_ess]

I think strapless cocktail/party dress is fine for SEC. It is hot as heck, so most girls are in strapless, or spagetti strap type dresses.

The actives are usually dressed that way, so the pnms are as well.

I like those Lulu dresses posted above by Nittanygirl. That is very typically seen at Arkansas on pref. Although it can swing too a more "fun" style of cocktail dress too. Not very many sequins or spangles are seen.

[tacitum]

Hey everyone... well I ordered that dress from Dillards
here's the link again-
http://www.dillards.com/webapp/wcs/s...null/affiliate

Tried it on, it fits well.. I like it. The top part is not as light as it looks in the picture, so it doesn't wash me out at all, which was what others as well as myself were questioning. It actually makes me eyes look really bright Glad I decided on this one vs the one in the original post - when I tried it on it felt and looked way more "pref night" than the other one did. Gotta find some shoes to wear with it and I'll be set. I would still appreciate any feedback regarding it - whether you like it, hate it, think it's also totally wrong, or just tips on shoes or anything since it's become a shopping/clothes madhouse frenzy in here!!

Thank you again, y'all have been sooo great and helpful!!

[FSUZeta]

it is darling!

[TexasMommy]

Because I have no personal experience with the school at which you are rushing, I can't say whether it is appropriate or not. I do think it is very cute; however, if it were my daughter wearing the dress, I would suggest adding a bit of color to it. Here in Texas we often do that with turquoise. Some prominent turquoise earrings and a turquoise bracelet might work. I would love to see a bit of blue and brown turquoise. Because the dress is limited to two colors, you will just have to try several accessory combinations and see what works best. What about gold shoes and gold accessories that have just a hint of pearl in them? Or tortoise and gold accessories. I think the dress has a great cut to it, but I think you may blend in if you don't jazz it up a bit.

Because of the neckline, wear your hair up if you can! Best of luck to you!

[TexasMommy]

Oh, gosh. Just noticed the pearl detail near the neckline. I have seen dresses with these types of pearls mixed with accessories made of pearl and turquoise and gold. I think that would be great, especially at the ears. Just a pop of color coming out to accent your face with subtle gold shoes on your feet might be a good look. To be honest, this dress may be a challenge to accessorize, but if you start now and try different things, I think you can find something that makes you stand out in this dress. Turquoise may even look tacky (love that great Southern word), but you won't know until you try. In the end, what you want to do is accessorize to make you stand out, but you also want your accessories to be understated and tasteful.

[Leslie Anne]

Love the dress, Tacitum! Since it has the pearls at the neckline, I would stick to minimal jewelry in the form of pearls and gold. It's a very elegant dress so I wouldn't want to take anything from it.

Can you find some dark brown shoes to go with it? Maybe with a kitten heel? Whatever you wear on your feet make sure they're comfortable. You may be walking and standing for quite a while.

Best of luck to you!

[AlphaFrog]

Originally Posted by Leslie Anne

Can you find some dark brown shoes to go with it? Maybe with a kitten heel? Whatever you wear on your feet make sure they're comfortable. You may be walking and standing for quite a while.

If her jewelry is going to be her color "pop", this is good, however, her shoes could also be a color "pop".










Just some ideas of what *I* would pair with this dress. But, I'm bigger on shoes than jewelry. And, that's also given that the OP is comfortable in heels all night and has time to break them in.

PS...these are all from DSW.

[TexasMommy]

I think you are right about the shoes! I kind of like the last pair!

[ree-Xi]

I like #2 and #4. Especially #4. It's just that much "more" in the wow department, which you can do when your dress is a simpler palette. Plus, the heels are more manageable. Kitten heels are so comfortable. They give your booty just the right "pop" but doesn't strain the leg as much as say, 4-inch heels.

I do like the turquoise color with this dress. However, depending on your coloring, you could also go with accessories in the coral (color, not the actual reef!!!) family. You'll be at the end of summer, which is a great time to wear "sunset" colors.

Just a hint that if you are buying things in person, versus online, go to a paint or hardware store and get paint swatches. Hold them up to your skin see which shades (of any color) work best on you. Once you figure it out, carry the swatches with you when you hunt for accessories. Heck, it might be a good idea to do that in general, so that whenever you go shopping, you'll have "your" palette ready.

Someone suggested gold shoes, but I think that would only work if your goal was to create length (the gold in the dress comes up pretty high, and will already give a monotone look along with your legs). If that's the way you want to go, definitely go with a bold colored earring and bracelet.

(This is so much fun! Let's start a "Dress the PNMs" thread!!)

[ExcitedSoph]

Originally Posted by ree-Xi

(This is so much fun! Let's start a "Dress the PNMs" thread!!)

YES, please! I would love to see other's opinions on different outfits that would work great for us PNMs! :]