After Brittany posted her lace dress find on Thin and Curvy, I had to visit Banana Republic before it was sold out. Alas, it didn’t matter. The size 14 wouldn’t zip completely. I’ve gained some weight, so it wasn’t only the size of my boobs that prevented the zipper from closing, but even if it had, I would have been all boob above the waist band. You can see a little of this on Thin and Curvy if you compare the model’s waist with that of Brittany’s (Brittany admits that a better bra might have helped). Both look great, but I long for a dress like this that accounts for the extra fabric that large breasts need between shoulder and waist.
My trip to Banana Republic was not in vain, however. While there I discovered two dresses that I want you to know about: the Opal knit dress on the left, and the Annie print wrap dress on the right.
If I weren’t trying to steer away from grey and if the 14 regular had lain smoothly down my back (I know many of you understand the challenges of a full-busted, large petite frame!), I would have snatched up the Opal. It’s an elegant style with super flattering lines that can be accessorized in a million ways and worn to multiple occasions. Other than the inevitable pilling that you can expect from a knit, this dress should last forever. The seam edges are actually enclosed in bias ribbon. It’s great quality for the $130 price tag. Only size zero was available online at the time of this posting, so if you find your size in a store near you, don’t hesitate!
The Annie dress on the right is another flattering style and is only $98. Again, I’m trying to stay away from grey, but I have to wonder if I’m making a mistake . . . !
I think the Annie looks amazing on you! I’d still accessorize it with bright bold colors, even as a print.
What do the “What Not To Wear” hosts say? Shine, Texture, Pattern, Color!!
Thanks for confirming, Karen. I thought it looked good, too, but it helps when someone else agrees with me! I haven’t watched “What Not to Wear” in ages–what a helpful list. Now I’m seriously considering getting this dress. Accessorizing it would be a lot of fun.
Oh, you should start watching it! Lately, they’ve really been into “boobs” and accentuating the waist for hourglass figures. They send nearly every one of their victims to Intimacy before they go shopping. The one thing that I don’t like is that they don’t seem to mind the gapping at the buttons across the chest. I think they need an intro to your shirt!