Help me dress for bridal shower in mid May

[Anonymous]

I am 45, slim with a boyish shape. The shower is at a restaurant in Rehoboth (brunch). Thanks in advance! I am very casual in my dress and not a fashion person so I need advice on the entire outfit (purse and shoes too). I get cold easily and like to wear things I can throw a sweater or jacket over.

[Anonymous]

Budget?

[Anonymous]

Without knowing what colors you like or your budget, these seem likes pieces you can re-wear & are good quality.


Jumpsuit:
https://www.trinaturk.com/collections/jumpsuits-rompers/products/souss-jumpsuit

or skirt/top combo:
https://co-collections.com/collections/dresses/products/wrap-skirt-in-organza-custard

Wrap:
https://www.jcrew.com/p/womens/categories/accessories/scarves-and-wraps/oversized-cashmere-wrap/K2532?color_name=hthr-camel&N=ONE%20SIZE&noPopUp=true&srcCode=Paid_Search%7CShopping_NonBrand%7CGoogle%7CPMG%5EG%5E99105209817_20652857512___c_pla_online__9007531&utm_source=Google&utm_medium=paid_search&utm_content=shopping_ads&utm_campaign=JCrew_Shopping_PLA_US_All_HP_PMax_X_Google+_X&gad_source=1&gclid=Cj0KCQjwlZixBhCoARIsAIC745De1Ss9pQDIkIteeNjSZaXXcnTAplRwIe1YsGx4RV1DFEgdjfk5-fkaApmDEALw_wcB&gclsrc=aw.ds#no_universal_links#no_universal_links&colorProductCode=K2532

Heels:
https://marionparke.com/products/jenna-60-caramel

Bags:
https://www.smallable.com/en/product/heritage-bag-caramel-frenzlauer-324330

or

https://www.smallable.com/en/product/cari-acai-bag-natural-the-ballen-310103

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:Without knowing what colors you like or your budget, these seem likes pieces you can re-wear & are good quality.


Jumpsuit:
https://www.trinaturk.com/collections/jumpsuits-rompers/products/souss-jumpsuit

or skirt/top combo:
https://co-collections.com/collections/dresses/products/wrap-skirt-in-organza-custard

Wrap:
https://www.jcrew.com/p/womens/categories/accessories/scarves-and-wraps/oversized-cashmere-wrap/K2532?color_name=hthr-camel&N=ONE%20SIZE&noPopUp=true&srcCode=Paid_Search%7CShopping_NonBrand%7CGoogle%7CPMG%5EG%5E99105209817_20652857512___c_pla_online__9007531&utm_source=Google&utm_medium=paid_search&utm_content=shopping_ads&utm_campaign=JCrew_Shopping_PLA_US_All_HP_PMax_X_Google+_X&gad_source=1&gclid=Cj0KCQjwlZixBhCoARIsAIC745De1Ss9pQDIkIteeNjSZaXXcnTAplRwIe1YsGx4RV1DFEgdjfk5-fkaApmDEALw_wcB&gclsrc=aw.ds#no_universal_links#no_universal_links&colorProductCode=K2532

Heels:
https://marionparke.com/products/jenna-60-caramel

Bags:
https://www.smallable.com/en/product/heritage-bag-caramel-frenzlauer-324330

or

https://www.smallable.com/en/product/cari-acai-bag-natural-the-ballen-310103

I hope no one is spending $2000 on clothes to be a guest at a baby shower!

Do you have a nice sundress, OP? Or a pair of pants and a pretty top? A skirt and a top? A daytime jumpsuit? Wear one of those!

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:Without knowing what colors you like or your budget, these seem likes pieces you can re-wear & are good quality.


Jumpsuit:
https://www.trinaturk.com/collections/jumpsuits-rompers/products/souss-jumpsuit

or skirt/top combo:
https://co-collections.com/collections/dresses/products/wrap-skirt-in-organza-custard

Wrap:
https://www.jcrew.com/p/womens/categories/accessories/scarves-and-wraps/oversized-cashmere-wrap/K2532?color_name=hthr-camel&N=ONE%20SIZE&noPopUp=true&srcCode=Paid_Search%7CShopping_NonBrand%7CGoogle%7CPMG%5EG%5E99105209817_20652857512___c_pla_online__9007531&utm_source=Google&utm_medium=paid_search&utm_content=shopping_ads&utm_campaign=JCrew_Shopping_PLA_US_All_HP_PMax_X_Google+_X&gad_source=1&gclid=Cj0KCQjwlZixBhCoARIsAIC745De1Ss9pQDIkIteeNjSZaXXcnTAplRwIe1YsGx4RV1DFEgdjfk5-fkaApmDEALw_wcB&gclsrc=aw.ds#no_universal_links#no_universal_links&colorProductCode=K2532

Heels:
https://marionparke.com/products/jenna-60-caramel

Bags:
https://www.smallable.com/en/product/heritage-bag-caramel-frenzlauer-324330

or

https://www.smallable.com/en/product/cari-acai-bag-natural-the-ballen-310103

I hope no one is spending $2000 on clothes to be a guest at a baby shower!

Do you have a nice sundress, OP? Or a pair of pants and a pretty top? A skirt and a top? A daytime jumpsuit? Wear one of those!

These are clothes that will last you ten years (maybe not the J Crew pieces); they are quality over fast fashion quantity. That's a debate for another day though. Spending a lot of money on a quality piece (or pieces) is good for the environment and good for humans (usually indicates not made in a sweatshop but by people who are paid fair wages and treated well). Thinking about buying one dress or skirt of very high quality instead of 10 cheaper ones is a choice. And it's not crazy or insane to think of it as an investment and a way of life.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:Without knowing what colors you like or your budget, these seem likes pieces you can re-wear & are good quality.


Jumpsuit:
https://www.trinaturk.com/collections/jumpsuits-rompers/products/souss-jumpsuit

or skirt/top combo:
https://co-collections.com/collections/dresses/products/wrap-skirt-in-organza-custard

Wrap:
https://www.jcrew.com/p/womens/categories/accessories/scarves-and-wraps/oversized-cashmere-wrap/K2532?color_name=hthr-camel&N=ONE%20SIZE&noPopUp=true&srcCode=Paid_Search%7CShopping_NonBrand%7CGoogle%7CPMG%5EG%5E99105209817_20652857512___c_pla_online__9007531&utm_source=Google&utm_medium=paid_search&utm_content=shopping_ads&utm_campaign=JCrew_Shopping_PLA_US_All_HP_PMax_X_Google+_X&gad_source=1&gclid=Cj0KCQjwlZixBhCoARIsAIC745De1Ss9pQDIkIteeNjSZaXXcnTAplRwIe1YsGx4RV1DFEgdjfk5-fkaApmDEALw_wcB&gclsrc=aw.ds#no_universal_links#no_universal_links&colorProductCode=K2532

Heels:
https://marionparke.com/products/jenna-60-caramel

Bags:
https://www.smallable.com/en/product/heritage-bag-caramel-frenzlauer-324330

or

https://www.smallable.com/en/product/cari-acai-bag-natural-the-ballen-310103

I hope no one is spending $2000 on clothes to be a guest at a baby shower!

Do you have a nice sundress, OP? Or a pair of pants and a pretty top? A skirt and a top? A daytime jumpsuit? Wear one of those!

That skirt top combo is simply horrid. Why would you spend 895 on something so ugly??
OP I think the somerset dress by anthropologie is your answer: https://www.anthropologie.com/shop/hybrid/the-somerset-maxi-dress2?category=somerset-dress&color=011&type=PETITE&quantity=1&size=S%20Petite. You can also find them on ebay/poshmark.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:Without knowing what colors you like or your budget, these seem likes pieces you can re-wear & are good quality.


Jumpsuit:
https://www.trinaturk.com/collections/jumpsuits-rompers/products/souss-jumpsuit

or skirt/top combo:
https://co-collections.com/collections/dresses/products/wrap-skirt-in-organza-custard

Wrap:
https://www.jcrew.com/p/womens/categories/accessories/scarves-and-wraps/oversized-cashmere-wrap/K2532?color_name=hthr-camel&N=ONE%20SIZE&noPopUp=true&srcCode=Paid_Search%7CShopping_NonBrand%7CGoogle%7CPMG%5EG%5E99105209817_20652857512___c_pla_online__9007531&utm_source=Google&utm_medium=paid_search&utm_content=shopping_ads&utm_campaign=JCrew_Shopping_PLA_US_All_HP_PMax_X_Google+_X&gad_source=1&gclid=Cj0KCQjwlZixBhCoARIsAIC745De1Ss9pQDIkIteeNjSZaXXcnTAplRwIe1YsGx4RV1DFEgdjfk5-fkaApmDEALw_wcB&gclsrc=aw.ds#no_universal_links#no_universal_links&colorProductCode=K2532

Heels:
https://marionparke.com/products/jenna-60-caramel

Bags:
https://www.smallable.com/en/product/heritage-bag-caramel-frenzlauer-324330

or

https://www.smallable.com/en/product/cari-acai-bag-natural-the-ballen-310103

I hope no one is spending $2000 on clothes to be a guest at a baby shower!

Do you have a nice sundress, OP? Or a pair of pants and a pretty top? A skirt and a top? A daytime jumpsuit? Wear one of those!

That skirt top combo is simply horrid. Why would you spend 895 on something so ugly??
OP I think the somerset dress by anthropologie is your answer: https://www.anthropologie.com/shop/hybrid/the-somerset-maxi-dress2?category=somerset-dress&color=011&type=PETITE&quantity=1&size=S%20Petite. You can also find them on ebay/poshmark.

This is so tradwife and unsophistocated for a 45 year old woman. LOL

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:Without knowing what colors you like or your budget, these seem likes pieces you can re-wear & are good quality.


Jumpsuit:
https://www.trinaturk.com/collections/jumpsuits-rompers/products/souss-jumpsuit

or skirt/top combo:
https://co-collections.com/collections/dresses/products/wrap-skirt-in-organza-custard

Wrap:
https://www.jcrew.com/p/womens/categories/accessories/scarves-and-wraps/oversized-cashmere-wrap/K2532?color_name=hthr-camel&N=ONE%20SIZE&noPopUp=true&srcCode=Paid_Search%7CShopping_NonBrand%7CGoogle%7CPMG%5EG%5E99105209817_20652857512___c_pla_online__9007531&utm_source=Google&utm_medium=paid_search&utm_content=shopping_ads&utm_campaign=JCrew_Shopping_PLA_US_All_HP_PMax_X_Google+_X&gad_source=1&gclid=Cj0KCQjwlZixBhCoARIsAIC745De1Ss9pQDIkIteeNjSZaXXcnTAplRwIe1YsGx4RV1DFEgdjfk5-fkaApmDEALw_wcB&gclsrc=aw.ds#no_universal_links#no_universal_links&colorProductCode=K2532

Heels:
https://marionparke.com/products/jenna-60-caramel

Bags:
https://www.smallable.com/en/product/heritage-bag-caramel-frenzlauer-324330

or

https://www.smallable.com/en/product/cari-acai-bag-natural-the-ballen-310103

I hope no one is spending $2000 on clothes to be a guest at a baby shower!

Do you have a nice sundress, OP? Or a pair of pants and a pretty top? A skirt and a top? A daytime jumpsuit? Wear one of those!

That was my thought too. Hell, no.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:Without knowing what colors you like or your budget, these seem likes pieces you can re-wear & are good quality.


Jumpsuit:
https://www.trinaturk.com/collections/jumpsuits-rompers/products/souss-jumpsuit

or skirt/top combo:
https://co-collections.com/collections/dresses/products/wrap-skirt-in-organza-custard

Wrap:
https://www.jcrew.com/p/womens/categories/accessories/scarves-and-wraps/oversized-cashmere-wrap/K2532?color_name=hthr-camel&N=ONE%20SIZE&noPopUp=true&srcCode=Paid_Search%7CShopping_NonBrand%7CGoogle%7CPMG%5EG%5E99105209817_20652857512___c_pla_online__9007531&utm_source=Google&utm_medium=paid_search&utm_content=shopping_ads&utm_campaign=JCrew_Shopping_PLA_US_All_HP_PMax_X_Google+_X&gad_source=1&gclid=Cj0KCQjwlZixBhCoARIsAIC745De1Ss9pQDIkIteeNjSZaXXcnTAplRwIe1YsGx4RV1DFEgdjfk5-fkaApmDEALw_wcB&gclsrc=aw.ds#no_universal_links#no_universal_links&colorProductCode=K2532

Heels:
https://marionparke.com/products/jenna-60-caramel

Bags:
https://www.smallable.com/en/product/heritage-bag-caramel-frenzlauer-324330

or

https://www.smallable.com/en/product/cari-acai-bag-natural-the-ballen-310103

I hope no one is spending $2000 on clothes to be a guest at a baby shower!

Do you have a nice sundress, OP? Or a pair of pants and a pretty top? A skirt and a top? A daytime jumpsuit? Wear one of those!

That skirt top combo is simply horrid. Why would you spend 895 on something so ugly??
OP I think the somerset dress by anthropologie is your answer: https://www.anthropologie.com/shop/hybrid/the-somerset-maxi-dress2?category=somerset-dress&color=011&type=PETITE&quantity=1&size=S%20Petite. You can also find them on ebay/poshmark.

This is so tradwife and unsophistocated for a 45 year old woman. LOL

Awww...sorry you aren't young enough to wear a fun maxi anymore. I guess enjoy your Talbots/Eileen Fisher!

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:Without knowing what colors you like or your budget, these seem likes pieces you can re-wear & are good quality.


Jumpsuit:
https://www.trinaturk.com/collections/jumpsuits-rompers/products/souss-jumpsuit

or skirt/top combo:
https://co-collections.com/collections/dresses/products/wrap-skirt-in-organza-custard

Wrap:
https://www.jcrew.com/p/womens/categories/accessories/scarves-and-wraps/oversized-cashmere-wrap/K2532?color_name=hthr-camel&N=ONE%20SIZE&noPopUp=true&srcCode=Paid_Search%7CShopping_NonBrand%7CGoogle%7CPMG%5EG%5E99105209817_20652857512___c_pla_online__9007531&utm_source=Google&utm_medium=paid_search&utm_content=shopping_ads&utm_campaign=JCrew_Shopping_PLA_US_All_HP_PMax_X_Google+_X&gad_source=1&gclid=Cj0KCQjwlZixBhCoARIsAIC745De1Ss9pQDIkIteeNjSZaXXcnTAplRwIe1YsGx4RV1DFEgdjfk5-fkaApmDEALw_wcB&gclsrc=aw.ds#no_universal_links#no_universal_links&colorProductCode=K2532

Heels:
https://marionparke.com/products/jenna-60-caramel

Bags:
https://www.smallable.com/en/product/heritage-bag-caramel-frenzlauer-324330

or

https://www.smallable.com/en/product/cari-acai-bag-natural-the-ballen-310103

I hope no one is spending $2000 on clothes to be a guest at a baby shower!

Do you have a nice sundress, OP? Or a pair of pants and a pretty top? A skirt and a top? A daytime jumpsuit? Wear one of those!

That skirt top combo is simply horrid. Why would you spend 895 on something so ugly??
OP I think the somerset dress by anthropologie is your answer: https://www.anthropologie.com/shop/hybrid/the-somerset-maxi-dress2?category=somerset-dress&color=011&type=PETITE&quantity=1&size=S%20Petite. You can also find them on ebay/poshmark.

This is so tradwife and unsophistocated for a 45 year old woman. LOL

Awww...sorry you aren't young enough to wear a fun maxi anymore. I guess enjoy your Talbots/Eileen Fisher!

I don't shop at either of those places. You have no taste or imagination. Or idea of what fits and looks good on women over 40. That dress fits right in at Coachella. I bet you wear platform wedge sandals too! And Tory Burch...

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:Without knowing what colors you like or your budget, these seem likes pieces you can re-wear & are good quality.


Jumpsuit:
https://www.trinaturk.com/collections/jumpsuits-rompers/products/souss-jumpsuit

or skirt/top combo:
https://co-collections.com/collections/dresses/products/wrap-skirt-in-organza-custard

Wrap:
https://www.jcrew.com/p/womens/categories/accessories/scarves-and-wraps/oversized-cashmere-wrap/K2532?color_name=hthr-camel&N=ONE%20SIZE&noPopUp=true&srcCode=Paid_Search%7CShopping_NonBrand%7CGoogle%7CPMG%5EG%5E99105209817_20652857512___c_pla_online__9007531&utm_source=Google&utm_medium=paid_search&utm_content=shopping_ads&utm_campaign=JCrew_Shopping_PLA_US_All_HP_PMax_X_Google+_X&gad_source=1&gclid=Cj0KCQjwlZixBhCoARIsAIC745De1Ss9pQDIkIteeNjSZaXXcnTAplRwIe1YsGx4RV1DFEgdjfk5-fkaApmDEALw_wcB&gclsrc=aw.ds#no_universal_links#no_universal_links&colorProductCode=K2532

Heels:
https://marionparke.com/products/jenna-60-caramel

Bags:
https://www.smallable.com/en/product/heritage-bag-caramel-frenzlauer-324330

or

https://www.smallable.com/en/product/cari-acai-bag-natural-the-ballen-310103

I hope no one is spending $2000 on clothes to be a guest at a baby shower!

Do you have a nice sundress, OP? Or a pair of pants and a pretty top? A skirt and a top? A daytime jumpsuit? Wear one of those!

These are clothes that will last you ten years (maybe not the J Crew pieces); they are quality over fast fashion quantity. That's a debate for another day though. Spending a lot of money on a quality piece (or pieces) is good for the environment and good for humans (usually indicates not made in a sweatshop but by people who are paid fair wages and treated well). Thinking about buying one dress or skirt of very high quality instead of 10 cheaper ones is a choice. And it's not crazy or insane to think of it as an investment and a way of life.

Heh that's a false dichotomy. I didn't suggest OP buy ten dresses. I suggested she wear a dress she owns.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:Without knowing what colors you like or your budget, these seem likes pieces you can re-wear & are good quality.


Jumpsuit:
https://www.trinaturk.com/collections/jumpsuits-rompers/products/souss-jumpsuit

or skirt/top combo:
https://co-collections.com/collections/dresses/products/wrap-skirt-in-organza-custard

Wrap:
https://www.jcrew.com/p/womens/categories/accessories/scarves-and-wraps/oversized-cashmere-wrap/K2532?color_name=hthr-camel&N=ONE%20SIZE&noPopUp=true&srcCode=Paid_Search%7CShopping_NonBrand%7CGoogle%7CPMG%5EG%5E99105209817_20652857512___c_pla_online__9007531&utm_source=Google&utm_medium=paid_search&utm_content=shopping_ads&utm_campaign=JCrew_Shopping_PLA_US_All_HP_PMax_X_Google+_X&gad_source=1&gclid=Cj0KCQjwlZixBhCoARIsAIC745De1Ss9pQDIkIteeNjSZaXXcnTAplRwIe1YsGx4RV1DFEgdjfk5-fkaApmDEALw_wcB&gclsrc=aw.ds#no_universal_links#no_universal_links&colorProductCode=K2532

Heels:
https://marionparke.com/products/jenna-60-caramel

Bags:
https://www.smallable.com/en/product/heritage-bag-caramel-frenzlauer-324330

or

https://www.smallable.com/en/product/cari-acai-bag-natural-the-ballen-310103

I hope no one is spending $2000 on clothes to be a guest at a baby shower!

Do you have a nice sundress, OP? Or a pair of pants and a pretty top? A skirt and a top? A daytime jumpsuit? Wear one of those!

These are clothes that will last you ten years (maybe not the J Crew pieces); they are quality over fast fashion quantity. That's a debate for another day though. Spending a lot of money on a quality piece (or pieces) is good for the environment and good for humans (usually indicates not made in a sweatshop but by people who are paid fair wages and treated well). Thinking about buying one dress or skirt of very high quality instead of 10 cheaper ones is a choice. And it's not crazy or insane to think of it as an investment and a way of life.

Heh that's a false dichotomy. I didn't suggest OP buy ten dresses. I suggested she wear a dress she owns.

No, but the jump to criticize without offering what the OP asked for - she wanted outfit recommendations (assuming she has nothing in her closet and is smart enough to have already looked). So your post was unhelpful. Post some links -- actually answer the request!

[Anonymous]

Another tip - if you are in the DMV, I'd make an appointment with Betsy Fisher. They have great stylists and clothes.

https://betsyfisher.com/

[Anonymous]

Don't over think it OP. Do you have some nice pants and a colorful top? Or a dress with some spring colors in it?

It does not need to be super dressy. It's a daytime event in a beachy area. No one will be dressed formally.

A casual dress with nice sandals is ok.

Did you dress up for Easter? You could wear whatever you wore then.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:Without knowing what colors you like or your budget, these seem likes pieces you can re-wear & are good quality.


Jumpsuit:
https://www.trinaturk.com/collections/jumpsuits-rompers/products/souss-jumpsuit

or skirt/top combo:
https://co-collections.com/collections/dresses/products/wrap-skirt-in-organza-custard

Wrap:
https://www.jcrew.com/p/womens/categories/accessories/scarves-and-wraps/oversized-cashmere-wrap/K2532?color_name=hthr-camel&N=ONE%20SIZE&noPopUp=true&srcCode=Paid_Search%7CShopping_NonBrand%7CGoogle%7CPMG%5EG%5E99105209817_20652857512___c_pla_online__9007531&utm_source=Google&utm_medium=paid_search&utm_content=shopping_ads&utm_campaign=JCrew_Shopping_PLA_US_All_HP_PMax_X_Google+_X&gad_source=1&gclid=Cj0KCQjwlZixBhCoARIsAIC745De1Ss9pQDIkIteeNjSZaXXcnTAplRwIe1YsGx4RV1DFEgdjfk5-fkaApmDEALw_wcB&gclsrc=aw.ds#no_universal_links#no_universal_links&colorProductCode=K2532

Heels:
https://marionparke.com/products/jenna-60-caramel

Bags:
https://www.smallable.com/en/product/heritage-bag-caramel-frenzlauer-324330

or

https://www.smallable.com/en/product/cari-acai-bag-natural-the-ballen-310103

I hope no one is spending $2000 on clothes to be a guest at a baby shower!

Do you have a nice sundress, OP? Or a pair of pants and a pretty top? A skirt and a top? A daytime jumpsuit? Wear one of those!

That skirt top combo is simply horrid. Why would you spend 895 on something so ugly??
OP I think the somerset dress by anthropologie is your answer: https://www.anthropologie.com/shop/hybrid/the-somerset-maxi-dress2?category=somerset-dress&color=011&type=PETITE&quantity=1&size=S%20Petite. You can also find them on ebay/poshmark.

This is so tradwife and unsophistocated for a 45 year old woman. LOL

Awww...sorry you aren't young enough to wear a fun maxi anymore. I guess enjoy your Talbots/Eileen Fisher!

I don't shop at either of those places. You have no taste or imagination. Or idea of what fits and looks good on women over 40. That dress fits right in at Coachella. I bet you wear platform wedge sandals too! And Tory Burch...

Post your suggestions then if you're so fashionable, or are you the one that posted the sad beige skirt/top?