Karen FL Posted May 15, 2011 Share Posted May 15, 2011 (edited) A friend of mine is frustrated in her efforts to find a feminine cute modest sundress. Any suggestions? She is thinking this is too much to ask. :) Edited May 15, 2011 by Karen FL Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
OrganicAnn Posted May 15, 2011 Share Posted May 15, 2011 Is she bother most about the top? Lots of sundress have little jackets or you can buy them separately. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Audrey Posted May 15, 2011 Share Posted May 15, 2011 (edited) A friend of mine is frustrated in her efforts to find a fenimine cute modest sundress. Any suggestions? She is thinking this is too much to ask. :) It depends on her definition of modest, doesn't it? What are her limits on length, colour, cut, sleeves, etc.? I think this http://oldnavy.gap.com/browse/product.do?cid=68334&vid=1&pid=839441&scid=839441042 and this http://oldnavy.gap.com/browse/product.do?cid=68334&vid=1&pid=839442&scid=839442032 are cute and feminine, and modest (because there's next to no chance of cleavage), but they might not fit HER definition of modest, especially if she wants her arms covered. That said, if she DOES want her arms covered, then she's not really looking for a sundress, and will need to broaden her search to other styles. Or, if length is her issue, she could look at some of the maxi styles. Edited May 15, 2011 by Audrey Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Karen FL Posted May 15, 2011 Author Share Posted May 15, 2011 :( The title is supposed to be spelled feminine. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Karen FL Posted May 15, 2011 Author Share Posted May 15, 2011 I will ask her to give me more details. You're right Audrey. I need more info. Knowing makes all the difference... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Heidi Posted May 15, 2011 Share Posted May 15, 2011 I buy the layer tee on this website: www.shadeclothing.com and wear it under these dresses: http://www.amazon.com/s/qid=1305152605/ref=sr_gnr_fkmr0?ie=UTF8&node=1036592&search-alias=apparel&field-keywords=Allison%20Britney%20Maxi You can find the dresses at Goodys for less money and in different colors. The fabric is lightweight. I'm prego and living in a hot, humid area, and strive to be modest. It's a challenge! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AuntieM Posted May 15, 2011 Share Posted May 15, 2011 I was pleased to notice recently that the maxi sundress style is "in" again this year. The ones I saw varied greatly in style at the arms/neckline, but many looked fine for wearing alone fairly modestly, or easy to layer with a tee. Trouble was, I had a hard time finding the tissue tee's for layering! Can't believe those would be passé, but I am glad that a poster above provided a link.... off to investigate that now... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
6packofun Posted May 15, 2011 Share Posted May 15, 2011 Modest= what? How about the one on the homepage of Chadwick's? http://www.chadwicks.com/chadwicks/ No v-neck? This one from Old Navy is CUTE! I always think of sundresses as having straps and no real sleeves, though: http://oldnavy.gap.com/browse/product.do?cid=68334&vid=1&pid=839441&scid=839441062 This one is nice, not too short and you could put something under the more modest (IMO) v-neckline: http://www.jcpenney.com/jcp/X6.aspx?GrpTyp=SIZ&ItemID=1b62fd4&DeptID=70656&CatID=80145&SO Definitely more modest neckline: http://www.jcpenney.com/jcp/X6.aspx?GrpTyp=SIZ&ItemID=1b40173&DeptID=70656&CatID=80145&SO More casual: http://www.walmart.com/ip/Women-s-Smocked-Knit-Dress/15250580 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kolamum Posted May 15, 2011 Share Posted May 15, 2011 Many people find sleeveless immodest for women. Could that be the problem? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LidiyaDawn Posted May 15, 2011 Share Posted May 15, 2011 how about something like this? or this or this this? this? this? there are piles of dresses on that modcloth site.. tell your friend to have a look around, maybe she'll find something she likes. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
dsmith Posted May 15, 2011 Share Posted May 15, 2011 These are very cute, if she doesn't feel comfortable with sleeveless. http://oldnavy.gap.com/browse/product.do?cid=60783&vid=1&pid=839603&scid=839603032 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
momma aimee Posted May 15, 2011 Share Posted May 15, 2011 Many people find sleeveless immodest for women. Could that be the problem? it is for me!!!! finding summer print, summer / spring dressed is almost impossible Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Word Nerd Posted May 15, 2011 Share Posted May 15, 2011 When I think "sundress," I think of the ones we used to wear with a stretchy tube top and spaghetti straps or ties. What does she mean by the term? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
HayesW Posted May 15, 2011 Share Posted May 15, 2011 http://www.garnethill.com/piazza-knit-dress/womens-fashion/dresses/view-all-dresses/205439 http://www.garnethill.com/tie-front-voile-dress/womens-fashion/dresses/view-all-dresses/199438 I got last year's version of this dress on the clearance page in January fdor $30. I wear a tank underneath, but otherwise it covers knees and shoulders. Mine is a nice, bright spring pring. http://www.landsend.com/ix/womens-clothing/Women/Dresses-Skirts/Dresses/index.html?seq=1~2~3~4&catNumbers=83~130~131&visible=1~2~1~1&store=le&sort=Recommended&pageSize=24&tab=2 Lots of cute stuff here at LAnd's end. I love their dresses! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Paige Posted May 15, 2011 Share Posted May 15, 2011 Is she having a problem because of her size or shape? I see tons of pretty sundresses that seem modest enough, especially maxi dresses, but none or very few that would fit me nicely. If it is a sizing issue, it would help to know what the problem is. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
J-rap Posted May 15, 2011 Share Posted May 15, 2011 Lands End has a lot of stylish but more conservative clothing. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
LibraryLover Posted May 15, 2011 Share Posted May 15, 2011 If she has $80-150 to spend: www.bodenusa.com http://www.bodenusa.com/en-US/Womens-Dresses/Above-Knee-Dresses/WH242/Womens-Breezy-Beach-Dress.html?orcid=-5#jf0 Might be too short. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Crimson Wife Posted May 15, 2011 Share Posted May 15, 2011 Sears had some cute sundresses plus lightweight shrugs a few weeks ago. I picked one up for a baby shower & my SIL's rehearsal dinner. The whole outfit cost me ~$20. They were modest enough for me paired together (skirt hit just below knee length, high neckline, shrug came to just above my elbow) but obviously everyone's definition of "modest" is different. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kimnc Posted May 15, 2011 Share Posted May 15, 2011 A good solution to spaghetti-strap dresses is to wear a shrug (little jacket-type thing) or a scarf. You can usually find shrugs near the dresses or scarfs near handbags & belts in department stores. Or, if you are a good knitter/crocheter you may be able to make one yourself. Similar to the one here http://www.bernat.com/search.php?key=shrug&searchResults=&PATTERNS=Search Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gardening momma Posted May 15, 2011 Share Posted May 15, 2011 I got this dress at JC Penney a week ago. It looks more pink on my computer screen than it actually is. It's kind of a bright, orange-y salmon. I tried on several before I found one that fit. Many of the V-necks looked nice on the hanger, but gaped too much when actually on. So for me, it wouldn't look modest, but it could on someone who fit it. I bought a little white short-sleeve bolero sweater to wear with it. It's cute! OH, and it is NOT that short. I don't know why it's pictured that way. It comes down to my knees. Maybe the top of my knees, but that's as short as it gets. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gardening momma Posted May 15, 2011 Share Posted May 15, 2011 (edited) This is one of the dresses I tried on. I really liked the bolero, but other parts of the dress didn't fit. I'm pretty sure this one was longer than it is pictured here. This is the petite. Edited May 15, 2011 by gardening momma Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sgo95 Posted May 15, 2011 Share Posted May 15, 2011 If she's interested in a summer dress with sleeves at least to her knees, how about: http://www.jenclothing.com/mi-4004-orange-pleats.html http://www.jenclothing.com/dm-makennzie-black.html http://www.hannahlise.com/detail.aspx?ID=499 http://www.landsend.com/pp/PatternPoplinPopoverShirtDress~215684_59.html?bcc=y&action=order_more&sku_0=::ZBH&CM_MERCH=IDX_Overstocks-_-Women-_-DressesSkirts&origin=index http://www.landsend.com/pp/SolidLawnWrapDress~221409_59.html?bcc=y&action=order_more&sku_0=::IR6&CM_MERCH=IDX_Women-_-DressesSkirts-_-Dresses&origin=index I've found that separates are easier to keep modest. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Crimson Wife Posted May 15, 2011 Share Posted May 15, 2011 (edited) This is one of the dresses I tried on. I really liked the bolero, but other parts of the dress didn't fit. I'm pretty sure this one was longer than it is pictured here. This is the petite. That's a similar style to the one I got from Sears only the neckline was higher and it was black floral rather than white & blue. I can't find the one I bought on Sears' website, so maybe it's only available in store. ETA: I Googled the brand off the tag and still wasn't able to find the particular dress I bought. But Kohls has a whole bunch of similar ones on sale. You'd need to pair them with a shrug as they are strapless or spaghetti-strap. Edited May 15, 2011 by Crimson Wife Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
6packofun Posted May 15, 2011 Share Posted May 15, 2011 Oh, then I probably wouldn't refer to it as a sundress because if you're adding sleeves, need a higher neckline, and it has to be lower than the knees, then the sun aspect doesn't really apply, IMO. LOL The best option might be a peasant dress with an appropriate top. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Audrey Posted May 15, 2011 Share Posted May 15, 2011 Oh, then I probably wouldn't refer to it as a sundress because if you're adding sleeves, need a higher neckline, and it has to be lower than the knees, then the sun aspect doesn't really apply, IMO. LOL The best option might be a peasant dress with an appropriate top. True. That's no longer a sundress in fashion industry terms. If you are just searching for 'sundress' you aren't going to find what you're looking for given your restrictions on design. The OP's friend needs to be looking for summer-weight dresses, period, not sundresses. Then she'll get some results for all kinds of stuff (including sundresses, but also including longer, more covered dresses) in light weight materials suitable for summer weather. You might try looking for shirt dresses -- t-shirt dresses, polo shirt dresses, etc. They come in all lengths and will give a lot of coverage. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bbsweetpea Posted May 15, 2011 Share Posted May 15, 2011 This one from Old Navy is CUTE! I always think of sundresses as having straps and no real sleeves, though: http://oldnavy.gap.com/browse/produc...scid=839441062 I bought this in a tall and it goes mid calf on me (5 ft 5). I plan to wear a layering tee or tank under it. I also have a little short sweater that I can wear over it if I don't want to layer under. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ClassicMom Posted May 15, 2011 Share Posted May 15, 2011 I just found some cute ones at Target. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mmasmommy Posted May 15, 2011 Share Posted May 15, 2011 how about something like this? or this or this this? this? this? there are piles of dresses on that modcloth site.. tell your friend to have a look around, maybe she'll find something she likes. I couldn't love the first two more, wish they were less expensive! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Prairie~Phlox Posted May 15, 2011 Share Posted May 15, 2011 Thanks for all of the links. I'm thinking I might buy one or two for this summer! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Karen FL Posted May 16, 2011 Author Share Posted May 16, 2011 WOW! The links are phenomenol, ladies. She should be able to find something. I'd like to buy something myself. Ha ha. My friend says that sleveless is OK, no spaghetti straps, not too low cut and to the knee, lightweight cotton preferred. Karen Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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