Dress Up {Ask the Readers}

I need your help, blogiverse. I need your help choosing a dress.  Seriously. So look at these and tell me which would look awesome.

About Me:

  1. I have relatively fair skin
  2. My hair is just above shoulder length, and dark brown.
  3. Eyes dark brown. I wear glasses.
  4. “Nearly-B”-cup breasts.
  5. Size 10-12 jeans/skirts.
  6. Size 10-12 dresses, depends on the cut.
  7. Thunder thighs.
  8. Tummy pudge from two babies and too many Snickers bars.
  9. Tan easily, but fair skin mostly. White white legs.
  10. Five feet, four inches.

The Options:

Cherry Valence Dress

Whenever it seems that things are getting rough all over no matter what side of the tracks you’re on, just slip into the soft comfort of this 100% cotton halter dress. A vintage-inspired cut, sweetheart bustline, elasticized back, and a shaping tie around the waist will make you look prettier than an Oklahoma sunset.

Price: $99

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Frankly, I Don’t Give a Dress

Once in your possession, this vivacious scarlet dress will become your one true wardrobe love, no matter what anyone else says. Its sweet cotton eyelet, full lining, and sultry, pin-up halter cut make this dress simply irresistible.

Price: $84.99

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Hotel Particular Dress

Let this breezy linen dress transport you to a regal Parisian dinner party without leaving your closet! This deep purple frock boasts a flirty v-neck cut, uniquely draped back, and shaping pleats throughout – it’s nearly fashion royalty!

Price: $99.99


So. What do I buy?

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