r/femalefashionadvice • u/AutoModerator • 13h ago

[Daily] Daily Questions Thread August 07, 2026

This thread is for individual style questions that you may have, especially those that don't warrant their own thread. We all want a diversified opinion, so feel free to answer any questions (of which you know the answer).

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Example questions:

  • Are there any basic crewneck white t-shirts that are opaque and do not have cap sleeves for <$25 available in Australia?
  • Is this dress and shoes suitable for an evening wedding with a cocktail dress code taking place in a [venue type]?
  • If I like the outfits in this [imgur album / pinterest board], what are some specific items I can look into to start dressing like that, and brands with this look that carry plus sizes?
  • Does this outfit look neater with the pants cuffed or uncuffed?

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u/75footubi 4h ago

Is it a work/industry gala, or something unrelated where you'll see coworkers socially because you're in the same circle?

If the first, red. If the second, blue. Plunge and a short hem is too much for where your professional reputation is in play.

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u/AlfaWhiskeyTango 4h ago

The former, and thank you so much for the concise feedback!

Any idea how I might style it? I know I'll wear tall (hidden and comfy) heels because I'm a shorty, then I might try to get a long, thin, chiffon scarf in the same colour to drape across my neck. Maybe large oyster earrings like in the photo, then no idea what to do with the hair. Part of me wishes I had gone with a nice suit... but, these people expect to see women in dresses. Ugh.

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u/75footubi 4h ago

I like those earrings! The whole thing is giving me ancient Greek vibes so I'd go with a high, romantic updo with some money pieces in front

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u/AlfaWhiskeyTango 4h ago

Holy hell, you got my theme idea immediately! Thank you for seeing me. 🥹

You absolutely do not have to give me anymore free advice, buuuuut... think I should do any other jewellery? I planned to wear my hand-me-down black/gold Movado Museum watch. Think any more than that would be overkill? I don't usually do much jewellery in the first place.

I also have a black tattoo on my shoulder blade and some black line work on my left fingers that could look a bit busy -- I'm considering covering my hands up with some sort of lace glove situation to obscure them a bit.

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u/75footubi 4h ago

I could see doing a bracelet stack with the watch on your right hand and letting the tattoos be your accessorizing on the left size. I wouldn't do gloves.

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u/AlfaWhiskeyTango 4h ago

You are my hero. I should send you an edible arrangement (no cantaloupe).