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Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:Thoughts?

https://www.bloomingdales.com/shop/product/amsale-asymmetric-draped-sheath-dress?ID=5331650&tdp=cm_app~zBCOM-NAVAPP~xcm_zone~zRVI_browse~xcm_choiceId~z~xcm_pos~zPos4~xcm_srcCatID~z2910

https://www.bloomingdales.com/shop/product/amsale-asymmetric-draped-sheath-dress?ID=5331650&tdp=cm_app~zBCOM-NAVAPP~xcm_zone~zRVI_browse~xcm_choiceId~z~xcm_pos~zPos4~xcm_srcCatID~z2910

NP and I like this because it seems dressy but not princessy - seems like something that a confident person would wear

I don't think confidence is the right word. I think it reads this isn't a special night. Which is fine. Just don't mix up the two.

That's not how it reads to me. To me it reads like someone who feels like they belong.

If the video is representative of the event, then what about this:

https://www.saksfifthavenue.com/product/kay-unger-lottie-floral-cocktail-dress-0400021663291.html?dwvar_0400021663291_size=8&dwvar_0400021663291_color=DARK+MIDNIGHT&site_refer=CSE_GGLPLA%3AWomens_Dresses%3AKay+Unger&country=US¤cy=USD&CSE_CID=G_Saks_PLA_US_Women%27s+Apparel_Dresses_Must+Win%3AKay+Unger&gclsrc=aw.ds&gad_source=1&gbraid=0AAAAADO6JtRq3Lm8aU_SUXjzvWr9BUGKi&gclid=Cj0KCQjw8cHABhC-ARIsAJnY12xvJpaaSfEUPQb6C2kajfyRG-_rjjFKIgAG5xPlmU8f53l6Q2d7BwAaAsm1EALw_wcB

If it’s DC people don’t dress up as much as you’d think. Often it’s elevated work wear.

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Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:Thoughts?

https://www.bloomingdales.com/shop/product/amsale-asymmetric-draped-sheath-dress?ID=5331650&tdp=cm_app~zBCOM-NAVAPP~xcm_zone~zRVI_browse~xcm_choiceId~z~xcm_pos~zPos4~xcm_srcCatID~z2910

https://www.bloomingdales.com/shop/product/amsale-asymmetric-draped-sheath-dress?ID=5331650&tdp=cm_app~zBCOM-NAVAPP~xcm_zone~zRVI_browse~xcm_choiceId~z~xcm_pos~zPos4~xcm_srcCatID~z2910

It's the same dress in each link.

It feels a little boring for a crystal themed gala, especially as a co-host of your table.

What would you do - if a petite size 10?

I'm the PP who liked the (probably what another PP is calling "princessy" dresses) from NM. But I go to a lot of these as someone who is (working on the wording here) prominent and generally need to be ready for photos. Plus, I enjoy clothes.

I've loved some of your suggestions - TY. For me, I have small facial/neck features, so I tend to go with a less "princessy" look, then supplement the simple with a statement bracelet or clutch, etc. And I'm now more of a 10, so another reason to keep it simple. Always need a defined waist.

Navy is a great color for me as are some more jewel greens.

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Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:Is there a theme?

"Crystal Party" - what does that even mean?

For Mount Sinai? Wear what you like - doesn't look like a lot of people stress out about it.

Previous gala - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-LL0QsYAKUY

I posted all the frillier dresses. If this is the event don't wear any of my suggestions.

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:Is there a theme?

"Crystal Party" - what does that even mean?

For Mount Sinai? Wear what you like - doesn't look like a lot of people stress out about it.

Previous gala - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-LL0QsYAKUY

I also went to the one you posted and found this. (I think what throws me about the dress you posted is the top looks like a baggy t-shirt in satin, which gives a more laid back vibe. Even the shoes the model is wearing could be worn with a dressy suit.

This one has a little more oomph.

https://www.saksfifthavenue.com/product/zhivago-bond-satin-pleated-asymmetric-midi-dress-0400018110863.html?dwvar_0400018110863_size=2&dwvar_0400018110863_color=INK

Okay, so what about something like this:

https://www.neimanmarcus.com/p/rickie-freeman-for-teri-jon-puff-sleeve-metallic-jacquard-dress-prod277640154?childItemId=NMT6AEK_&msid=4944831&navpath=cat000000_cat84680805_cat59980732_cat85900764_cat61740786&page=0&position=38

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:Thoughts?

https://www.bloomingdales.com/shop/product/amsale-asymmetric-draped-sheath-dress?ID=5331650&tdp=cm_app~zBCOM-NAVAPP~xcm_zone~zRVI_browse~xcm_choiceId~z~xcm_pos~zPos4~xcm_srcCatID~z2910

https://www.bloomingdales.com/shop/product/amsale-asymmetric-draped-sheath-dress?ID=5331650&tdp=cm_app~zBCOM-NAVAPP~xcm_zone~zRVI_browse~xcm_choiceId~z~xcm_pos~zPos4~xcm_srcCatID~z2910

It's the same dress in each link.

It feels a little boring for a crystal themed gala, especially as a co-host of your table.

What would you do - if a petite size 10?

I posted a few links for you (the blue dresses) but I'm 5'8" and a size 4 so I might be looking at the wrong cut. Let me know if any of the previous ones are close.

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Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:Thoughts?

https://www.bloomingdales.com/shop/product/amsale-asymmetric-draped-sheath-dress?ID=5331650&tdp=cm_app~zBCOM-NAVAPP~xcm_zone~zRVI_browse~xcm_choiceId~z~xcm_pos~zPos4~xcm_srcCatID~z2910

https://www.bloomingdales.com/shop/product/amsale-asymmetric-draped-sheath-dress?ID=5331650&tdp=cm_app~zBCOM-NAVAPP~xcm_zone~zRVI_browse~xcm_choiceId~z~xcm_pos~zPos4~xcm_srcCatID~z2910

It's the same dress in each link.

It feels a little boring for a crystal themed gala, especially as a co-host of your table.

What would you do - if a petite size 10?

I'm the PP who liked the (probably what another PP is calling "princessy" dresses) from NM. But I go to a lot of these as someone who is (working on the wording here) prominent and generally need to be ready for photos. Plus, I enjoy clothes.

What colors look good on you?


https://www.neimanmarcus.com/p/tadashi-shoji-lace-crepe-cap-sleeve-dress-prod277640189?childItemId=NMT6AF7_&msid=4944891&navpath=cat000000_cat000001_cat43810733_cat9360738&page=0&position=17


This is a pretty color, but not if you're an "autumn" and look better in warm tones.

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:As a co-host of a table at a spring, crystal themed gala, maybe something like this:

https://www.neimanmarcus.com/p/rickie-freeman-for-teri-jon-sequin-embroidered-tulle-midi-dress-prod275430220?pimId=401248350368&utm_source=google_shopping&ecid=NMCS_GP_RL&gclsrc=aw.ds&gad_source=1&gbraid=0AAAAADuOtTfVhv02Y4eDliUxAs2BIeBrd&gclid=Cj0KCQjw8cHABhC-ARIsAJnY12yR1twX3gtcG6cyMqzJbf3q0D2uNvYoSCo5KfTl5O-Aqi-wsDInjWMaAkJjEALw_wcB

That's lovely, but I don't have the upper arms for that kind of exposure.

If you want to cover arms, this is conservative but elegant IMO:

https://www.neimanmarcus.com/p/badgley-mischka-collection-pearly-trim-midi-sheath-dress-prod276300182?childItemId=NMT6699_&msid=4910550&navpath=cat000000_cat000001_cat43810733_cat9360738&page=0&position=22

Anonymous wrote:Galas are generally very formal. Since they specified cocktail attire, I would wear skew dressy with tall, strappy heels.

Given that it's a "spring gala" maybe this:
https://www.neimanmarcus.com/p/rickie-freeman-for-teri-jon-beaded-floral-jacquard-midi-dress-prod275440098?childItemId=NMT62TM_&msid=4890473&navpath=cat000000_cat000001_cat58290731_cat43810733_cat9360738&page=0&position=60

Or just cocktail gala attire: https://www.neimanmarcus.com/p/helsi-florence-embroidered-strapless-midi-dress-prod275180499?childItemId=NMT61RE_&msid=4882073&navpath=cat000000_cat000001_cat58290731_cat43810733_cat9360738&page=0&position=7

Those are both stunning. I'm only 5' 4" so am thinking a little less activity on the dress.

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:Thoughts?

https://www.bloomingdales.com/shop/product/amsale-asymmetric-draped-sheath-dress?ID=5331650&tdp=cm_app~zBCOM-NAVAPP~xcm_zone~zRVI_browse~xcm_choiceId~z~xcm_pos~zPos4~xcm_srcCatID~z2910

https://www.bloomingdales.com/shop/product/amsale-asymmetric-draped-sheath-dress?ID=5331650&tdp=cm_app~zBCOM-NAVAPP~xcm_zone~zRVI_browse~xcm_choiceId~z~xcm_pos~zPos4~xcm_srcCatID~z2910

It's a pretty dress, but not really dressy enough for the event and co-hosting a table.

since you like blue, maybe this one?

https://www.neimanmarcus.com/p/chiara-boni-la-petite-robe-italica-floral-embroidered-midi-sheath-dress-prod277730265?childItemId=NMT6ALD_&msid=4946726&navpath=cat000000_cat000001_cat43810733_cat9360738&page=0&position=13

Anonymous wrote:As a co-host of a table at a spring, crystal themed gala, maybe something like this:

https://www.neimanmarcus.com/p/rickie-freeman-for-teri-jon-sequin-embroidered-tulle-midi-dress-prod275430220?pimId=401248350368&utm_source=google_shopping&ecid=NMCS_GP_RL&gclsrc=aw.ds&gad_source=1&gbraid=0AAAAADuOtTfVhv02Y4eDliUxAs2BIeBrd&gclid=Cj0KCQjw8cHABhC-ARIsAJnY12yR1twX3gtcG6cyMqzJbf3q0D2uNvYoSCo5KfTl5O-Aqi-wsDInjWMaAkJjEALw_wcB

That's lovely, but I don't have the upper arms for that kind of exposure.