got this size 12 Jessica Simpson dress from Thredup.com. I don't normally do boat neck style and the dress seems a bit shorter than I normally wear. It was $20...what do you all think! Keep or send back?

For the price, it's hard to think about taking it back, but it must work for you. IMHO, as is, it needs something. As others said, it looks a bit matronly.

I suggest...(since you don't seem very tall)...the very long hair doesn't go well with the boat neck. You lose your neck. IF you keep it...:

1) Use a good body shaper, with a good bra component to push the boobs up and out.

2) Either get a nice haircut, or have someone curl it and pin it up quite a bit, to give you a longer neckline. Maybe some tendrils can dangle at your nape and to frame your face.

3) Add a black or red satin belt, tied and hanging to the side; or something to cinch in the waist; also add a pop of color with some sexy red pumps, or a strappy sexy high heel.

4) Add some color to the face--nice makeup and a nice red lipstick. Also some drop earrings, etc.

You don't look to be an old woman; don't let the dress make you old. [i think a V-neck would work much better for you; and also, the wrap dress suggestion is always a great option for all; it's worked wonders since the 1970s, regardless of size.)

Just my opinion, since you asked. Have fun wearing whatever you decide works and looks good on you. Have fun!

Edited September 5, 201411 yr by Dr-Patient

I agree with a lot of other posters -- you look beautiful but the dress does seem a little old or frumpy for you. Personally, I don't believe in that "little black dress" theory -- black looks terrible on me. I do much better in bright colors or jewel tones (like dark plum or not too dark navy blue). And a v-neck or scoop would probably be more flattering on you. For me personally, boat necks just make me look wider.

For $20 it's not bad but I think you could do better.

Nay the dress dosent flatter your new size. It overwhelmed you.