HAPPY HALLOWEEN!
Okay. So, you asked and I listened!
I find it kind of fun to dress up in these outfits and take pictures. 
Don’t know if I could do it everyday like some really amazing bloggers out there (t h e (c h l o e) c o n s p i r a c y for one, academic chic, Kelina KELINDA, or Allie from My Wardrobe Today)
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(And please excuse the lack of ironing.)
I am on the Ruffle Train…
Bought the ruffly blue top at Bluberry on Ste-Catherine.
It’s a bit too arm fatty for my liking around the boob/armpit area, but it’s nothing a little jacket can’t fix 
Now I can wear it to work! 
I only own 2 ruffle tops in my ENTIRE wardrobe.
This is the second one.
Bought from Ricki’s for $25!
(Discounted, as one of the pearl-like buttons fell off, but she gave me a spare one, and I spent 45 minutes sewing EVERY pearly button on super tight)
Total departure from what I normally wear, but I like it anyway.
(I tend to gravitate towards very simple, plain pieces without any frills or ruffles)
Plus, it’s loose. Great for eating.
Etsy is the Dress Devil!
These were my two purchases from BlackRabbitNYC on Etsy.
They are faux obi wraps, so I just pull them on over my head, do a quick tie and go.
(Why does my hip look weird on the purple dress where my hand is? Odd.)
And on the 50% rack you can find…
Stuff Urban Outfitters for $22 (and actually worth $22 in my opinion)
I am starting to really get into the dress.
The macrame-braided top half has a lot of colours, so it can match with almost anything as shown below:
NOW I NEED YOUR HELP!
WHICH DRESS SHOULD I WEAR FOR WHAT WEDDING?
As you may know, I am going to 2 weddings next year in Europe.
One is in France, one is in England.
For England, I hear you can dress up like the Queen and still be under dressed. (Just kidding.)
Which is the opposite in France, apparently.
A reader kindly sent me pictures of his wedding in France so I could see what the other guests wore.
And I’ve read that if you dress up for a wedding, they pretty much know you’re an American
Still, I don’t want to show up in something plain!
They’re WEDDINGS!
So, help me choose. Which one?
Dress Choice #1
Blue Drop-Waist Comfy Dress with or without magenta sash & Miss Sixty Yellow Flowered Heels
Surprisingly, those Miss Sixty Heels are TIGHT on my feet. NO chance of them falling off or going weird.
Dress Choice #2:
Dress Barn Black Flower Print
I wore this to a wedding already, so it’s an oldie, but a goodie.
Dress Choice #3:
Ann Taylor Loose, Flowing Sheath, with or without sash and Bronze Steve Madden Kitten Heels
Dress Choice #4:
Any of the above casual dresses I modeled at the top of this post.
So, what do you think?
(Yes, I really do like to plan my outfits months in advance.
I don’t like showing up unprepared, and I like having choices and backups)
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v.
on Oct 31st, 2009
@ 8:33 AM:
A huge vote for dress #3 with the red sash. I love this look!
Kelly
on Oct 31st, 2009
@ 8:34 AM:
Love them all but for the wedding I really love the last dress. The sash is gorgeous with it, but you could do without so you can stuff yourself like you said.
Maybe if it’s a really casual wedding in France, I’d choose the purple dress. IT’s so pretty I have dress jealousy, and wedding trip jealousy!
Cynthia (The Style Aficionado)
on Oct 31st, 2009
@ 8:46 AM:
You have purchased some very nice pieces. I love simple, b/c if you’re ever in the mood to jazz it up accessories do the trick. I really like dress #3, with the sash. You could also try pairing any of the ruffle shirts with a pencil skirt. Good luck!
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BWelch
on Oct 31st, 2009
@ 9:00 AM:
Wedding-Ann Taylor loose with the kitten heels.
If the same people are not going to be at both weddings-I would wear it for both.
Happy Halloween!
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That Kind of Girl
on Oct 31st, 2009
@ 9:25 AM:
I’m also for Ann Taylor for the wedding, and love it belted.
Also, dang, dude, those Miss Sixy heels are insane! They’re so friggin’ gorgeous! Serious shoe envy right now.
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me in millions
on Oct 31st, 2009
@ 10:25 AM:
I love those tops at the start of the post. SOOO cute!
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sp
on Oct 31st, 2009
@ 11:03 AM:
I have to vote for 3 as well. Belted or not, it is my favorite!
LA Daze
on Oct 31st, 2009
@ 11:22 AM:
#3!! It looks great on you. Maybe you can wear it belted to the wedding in England. And unbelted to the wedding in France. Less stuff to carry around if you’re only bringing one dress.
leslie
on Oct 31st, 2009
@ 11:37 AM:
Where did you get the red sash? I can’t believe how much better the dresses look when they are belted! That would be perfect for my frame.
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rachael
on Oct 31st, 2009
@ 11:37 AM:
Totally number 3 – perfect for both weddings
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on Oct 31st, 2009
@ 11:45 AM:
@v.: Thanks
I’m leaning towards #3 too
@Kelly: Stuffing myself is v. important at weddings, with so much available cake!
That purple dress is definitely coming to Europe with me, even just to wear out.
@Cynthia (The Style Aficionado): Thanks Cynthia! I do have pencil skirts, but not here in Montreal, I have to travel back to get them.
@BWelch: Two for one eh? Happy Halloween!
@That Kind of Girl: It looks pretty good belted huh? I never would have thought it!
Yes, I saw them for $60 on sale and I HAD TO BUY THEM! They were the last pair of display shoes and I couldn’t let them go.
@me in millions: Ruffles are a new thing I’m trying.
@sp: Thanks
So far #3 belted or not is a winner.
@LA Daze: I love packing light…
@leslie: It’s from my mom’s wardrobe, believe it or not! I saw it with her other dresses and stole it to pair with my outfits. She can’t wear the belt with any of her dresses any longer (they’re too small for her.. AND ME) so she gave me the belts
It’s made out of chiffon silk and makes me think of my mom when I wear it
@rachael: Thanks!
summershoegal
on Oct 31st, 2009
@ 12:09 PM:
I love love love the Dress Barn dress! Its perfect for a wedding!
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on Oct 31st, 2009
@ 12:13 PM:
@summershoegal: It’s cute right?
I wore it to another wedding with high pink suede heels…
Julie
on Oct 31st, 2009
@ 12:17 PM:
Dress #3 with the sash!!!!
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on Oct 31st, 2009
@ 12:18 PM:
@Julie: It’s the most popular one so far
Dee
on Oct 31st, 2009
@ 12:30 PM:
LOVE dress #3!
The sash is gorgeous.
For the England one, do you know what the color scheme is?
June Shin
on Oct 31st, 2009
@ 12:33 PM:
I vote for dress #3 with the sash!
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liz
on Oct 31st, 2009
@ 12:37 PM:
ann taylor with sash FOR SURE!
Rae
on Oct 31st, 2009
@ 1:39 PM:
Three! Three! Three! Three! Three!
(I don’t love the shoes, as I’m not a pointed-toe fan, but the bronze colour *is* perfect.)
=D
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on Oct 31st, 2009
@ 1:39 PM:
@Dee: No idea what the colour scheme is. I’m guessing something pastel?
@June Shin: It’s a winner
@liz: Yes.. a definite winner
The Asian Pear
on Oct 31st, 2009
@ 2:22 PM:
yknow… when I saw Dress 1, it looked rather plain. And when I saw Dress 3, I thought it was pretty but not flattering. Once you added the red belt, both became AWESOME. flatters you so much more. For Dress 1, it gave it colour and made the mid-section not awkward. And Dress 3 gave you shape and matches beautifully.
I vote for Dress 3. But if it’s a REALLY casual one, I’d go with Dress 1 because it’s the plainest.
JB
on Oct 31st, 2009
@ 2:36 PM:
My favorite is the Anne Taylor dress belted. They are all super cute though!
Revanche
on Oct 31st, 2009
@ 2:58 PM:
Dress three is shiny. And has room for food. If it had pockets it’d be the holy grail of dresses
So yeah, go for the gusto (dress)!
cavale
on Oct 31st, 2009
@ 3:10 PM:
i vote for the macrame braided dress w/ the grey tights!
Small Budget big Style Chick
on Oct 31st, 2009
@ 3:30 PM:
Ann Taylor dress with obi belt is my fav. Love your outfit posts.
Michelle
on Oct 31st, 2009
@ 4:11 PM:
#2! #2!
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on Oct 31st, 2009
@ 5:19 PM:
@The Asian Pear: You are totally right. It’s too plain without a belt or something
and the waist is kind of odd on me, being a drop waist.
@JB: Why thank you!
@Revanche: If I ever get too full I can always remove the belt, right?
@cavale: I just wonder if it’ll be too short for a wedding, however…
@Small Budget big Style Chick: Thanks! I’ll post more
@Michelle: Yes, it’s my back up dress I think. A total classic.. and very easy to wear. Comfortable too.
Jean
on Oct 31st, 2009
@ 5:49 PM:
I like the Ann Taylor one best with the sash! I also like the violet one a lot.
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eemusigns
on Oct 31st, 2009
@ 7:53 PM:
Digging two and three! I LOVE that Ann Taylor print.
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E
on Oct 31st, 2009
@ 8:11 PM:
#3 with the red sash by a long shot. The lone male has spoken.
So Jackie Kennedy classic 60’s vogue. And apparently I just turned gay…lol
Dress #1 screams Americana. If you don’t want to wear #3 for both, then I’d say the purple number. Seems to be the most “French” of the rest of them.
Kat G
on Oct 31st, 2009
@ 10:14 PM:
Dress # 3 for the one you want to look the best at. Sash or no. Doesn’t matter it looks fabulous. Dress #2 if you don’t want to wear the same thing twice.
LOVE the little Madden heels. So cute!
Lara
on Nov 1st, 2009
@ 11:22 AM:
Here’s another vote for #3 avec belt.
alittlecoffee
on Nov 1st, 2009
@ 2:02 PM:
I LOVE the blue dress with the macrame multicoloured collar paired with the boots and dark purple tights! Looks gorgeous and inventive. It would make a perfect fall or winter look with a cool cardigan.
For the weddings, I suggest dress #2 for the English wedding, and dress it up as much as possible with shoes and jewelry. I would seriously consider a fascinator for your hair, or a hat… nearly all female English wedding guests will wear them! When else can you get away with a crazy fascinator in your hair (seriously, don’t be shy, go all out. This is not the time for subtlety, you’ll see what I mean!) and not be the subject of mockery? It’s really in vogue in England.
For the French wedding, definitely #3 with the sash. I love it.
Catherine
on Nov 1st, 2009
@ 6:34 PM:
I’m a little late, but #3 belted is absolutely gorgeous!
Carrie
on Nov 2nd, 2009
@ 10:19 AM:
the last dress pictured is my favorite
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QL girl
on Nov 2nd, 2009
@ 3:22 PM:
I like dress #3, but if you say it’s casual it strikes me as slightly on the dressy side. The light blue dress with the same sash looks nice, but slightly more casual.
By the way, don’t cover up the blue frilly shirt with your jacket!!! It looks really cute without the jacket, but with it….I’m underwhelmed. I think it’s the combination of blues I don’t like.
The pale shirt with the pearls is adorable too, and of course, I love dress #3. And belted, it looks even better!
Lawgirl
on Nov 2nd, 2009
@ 8:32 PM:
I love love love love #3!! Love the Obi style ones too, but not for the wedding.
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becca
on Nov 3rd, 2009
@ 11:10 AM:
I dont like the first one for a wedding – too casual in my opinion. I like the other 2, the black and white for france and the floral for england. And make sure to use the belt with the floral one, it looks WAY better.