Dress - Some visual dress notes ...

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Dress - Visual dress notes:

Weekly, with some exceptions, we will be posting an item on the topic of
dress here in the DLV Discussion Forum. This week we will look at some
outfits, both casual and dressy, and in between. Most of the photos
below were taken at DLV in the years past.

A picture is worth a thousand words. So, let's look at 1000 pictures. :)

We know that many of you focus a lot of attention and energy on outfit
selection and dress concerns.

We would now like to show some outfits that are good examples of what
would be appropriate to wear to some of our various activities.

First, let's discuss casual outfits and show some examples ...

Many in our community seem to avoid and even dislike casual. Casual has
a bad rep. It's often considered frumpy and dumpy, when compared to the
more dressy and glamourous outfits.

Casual, even very casual, can be cute, feminine, and stylish. Casual is
very trendy, for all ages and sizes, and is what is customarily seen in
Las Vegas, especially during the day.

In Las Vegas, particularly during the day, casual is THE look you should
try, particularly if you don't want to attract attention.

Let's take a look at some casual outfits.

For a side trip to the desert:

http://www.geekbabe.com/dlv/dlv2003/pics/02-area51-4.jpg
http://www.geekbabe.com/dlv/dlv2003/pics/02-mailbox5.jpg
http://www.geekbabe.com/dlv/dlv2005/pics/s7.pau05-115.jpg

In the first photo, Michelle shows off her outfit for the "Cammo Dudes"
who are watching her closely. This is a casual yet stylish look which
works for everyday activities in Las Vegas and such things as side
trips.

Notice the shoes, quite appropriate for the time, place, and
circumstance of a side trip in the desert, and very typical of what
many women wear with casual outfits when on vacation in Las Vegas.

The second photo shows a group of our people posing by the "Black
Mailbox" which is actually white. :) All outfits are good selections for
something like our Monday side trip to Death Valley with the exception
of the fact that short sleeves rather than the long sleeves pictured may
be more appropriate. The temperature was in the 50's when we left on the
Area 51 trip. (Don't look at the hair, it was windy and a definite Bad
Hair Day.<tm>)

The third photo shows 3 very casual outfits at Valley Of Fire. Just
typical tourists from Peoria. :)

http://www.geekbabe.com/dlv/dlv2005/pics/s12.mpj-0152.jpg

In the last photo in this series we have a very good mix of TGs and GGs
and as you will notice, it's impossible to tell who is TG and who is GG
from the outfits alone.

Outfits such as these are frequently seen in Las Vegas for just about
all types of activities, both daytime and evening. They are appropriate
for casual settings, but not for the nicer clubs, restaurants, and shows
in the evening.
. . .

For golf:

http://www.geekbabe.com/dlv/dlv2000/country/i14.jpg
http://www.geekbabe.com/dlv/dlv2003/pics/09-golf1.jpg
http://www.geekbabe.com/dlv/dlv2004/pics/s1dlv-aik-a-130.jpg
http://www.geekbabe.com/dlv/dlv2004/pics/s1dlv-aik-a-129.jpg

In the first photo above, Andrea wears a cute but casual top and Bermuda
length shorts to the golf match. The second photo shows the 2003 golf
group with many such outfits.

The third and fourth show two DLV 2004 foursomes in a variety of
mix-and-match separates for golf.
. . .

For shopping:

All in all you're just another chick in the mall! :)

http://www.geekbabe.com/dlv/dlv99/outnabout/d992901.jpg
http://www.geekbabe.com/dlv/dlv99/outnabout/d992808.jpg

Ok, I admit, nobody in the two photos above is a fashion plate, but this
trio is attracting no attention whatsoever at the Boulevard Mall. Very
casual separates, such as above, are what 30-40-ish women typically wear
when shopping in malls. Notice the shoes. You'll find that most women
wear athletic shoes, sandals, or casual flats while mall shopping.
. . .

For sightseeing:

In the casinos, on the Strip, in various attractions and tourist spots ...

http://www.geekbabe.com/dlv/dlv2003/pics/10-dsc00188.jpg

Casual separates, such as those in the above photo, work well for
daytime sightseeing and tourist activities. These outfits are very
typical of women in their 30's and 40's who visit Las Vegas.
. . .

For socializing:

Casual for the Garden Party:

http://www.geekbabe.com/dlv/dlv2004/pics/s12p5080074.jpg

A casual breakfast, some play time in the casino, the Garden Party,
shopping in the mall afterwards, and some quiet social time in the
casino bar ... these outfits work just fine for all of these.

A mixture at our mixers. :)

http://www.geekbabe.com/dlv/dlv2002/d0214100.jpg
http://www.geekbabe.com/dlv/dlv99/goodtimes/DCP00473.jpg
http://www.geekbabe.com/dlv/dlv99/goodtimes/d991103.jpg

These show various, mostly casual, outfits seen at our Annual Mixer
over the years. Most of these would be appropriate for those who wish
to first attend our activities and perhaps wander on to more mainstream
places later in the evening.

http://www.geekbabe.com/dlv/dlv2003/pics/01-PICT0023.jpg
http://www.geekbabe.com/dlv/dlv2003/pics/09-DLV03-127.jpg

Above are examples of what was worn to our Garden Party in 2003. This
was a relatively cool morning, hence the long sleeves. Notice the
cover-up. As the temperature warms up, this can be taken off and
carried.

Again, these are casual looks that work almost anywhere, anytime in Las
Vegas and do not attract attention.
. . .

For dining:

If you want a relaxing and enjoyable meal without worrying about others
staring, casual is the way to go.

http://www.geekbabe.com/annie/pinkfest/pink03/14A032594079012.jpg
http://www.geekbabe.com/dlv/dlv2000/town/d2k0517.jpg

These photos show a variety of casual separates and coordinates which
work well for casual dining. (The first photo above was actually taken
at Pinkfest, although most of those pictured have also attended DLV.)

The one casual trap that's easy to fall into is that of trying to be too
cutesy. Be sure what you wear is appropriate for your age and size.
Remember the 30/130 rule! :)

You may not notice it, but in the various photos above it's not very
obvious who is TG and who is GG. Casual outfits may not be that popular
in the TG community, but they do allow the wearer to blend very well!
. . . . .

Ok, enough for casual, let's look at some dressier styles. :)

http://www.geekbabe.com/dlv/dlv2000/dressed/DCP00849.jpg

Shown above are dressier separates, the classic skirt and blouse
combination. In this day and age, this look is more dressy than is seen
in the casinos and on the Strip during the day, but it's an informal
evening look that just about anybody can wear.

http://www.geekbabe.com/dlv/dlv2002/d0214115.jpg

Another good example of moderately dressy separates. These have enough
of the casual look for daytime activities, and are dressy enough for
most evening activities as well.

http://www.geekbabe.com/dlv/dlv2003/pics/02-s17.jpg

The cocktail dress is very popular for upscale early evening activities.

You will see this look in casinos and restaurants during the evening,
but seldom, if ever, during the day. This would be appropriate for such
things as our Welcome Celebration or Annual Mixer, if you choose to
dress up a bit for them.
. . .

Day into evening ...

http://www.geekbabe.com/dlv/dlv2004/pics/s11img_0036.jpg
http://www.geekbabe.com/dlv/dlv2004/pics/s2100_0068.jpg

Solid and floral print dresses are very popular and can flatter just
about any figure.

Looks such as those shown above will work for the more dressy daytime
affairs such as our Art Tour or Garden Party and can easily carry over
into happy hour, dinner, and most of the evening activities.

http://www.geekbabe.com/dlv/dlv2003/pics/09-DLV03-122.jpg

The basic black sheath. This is one of the most versatile fashion items
you will ever find. It's ageless and timeless. About the only times
something like this will not work would be for the casual daytime
activities, such as shopping and side trips.

This dress would work for just about any of our evening activities, and
even for the most dressy ones, such as the shows and the limo tour.

http://www.geekbabe.com/dlv/dlv2002/d0214118.jpg

Elegant and classy! Samantha and Cat show a couple of very attractive
evening looks which are quite appropriate for a show, a limo tour,
dinner in a nicer restaurant, or about any of our evening activities.
Pure class, but not overstated.

http://www.geekbabe.com/dlv/dlv2000/dressed/d2k0404.jpg
http://www.geekbabe.com/dlv/dlv2001/edbm/d01128.jpg
http://www.geekbabe.com/dlv/dlv2000/town/Lori.jpg

The cheongsam:

http://www.geekbabe.com/dlv/dlv2004/pics/s3dlv-mpj-b-009.jpg

The classical Chinese dress known as the "cheongsam" is very elegant,
figure-flattering, and quite reasonable in price.

These are available on line and from a variety of sources. Surprisingly
they are often not seen in the mainline department stores. They are
often found in such places as flea markets (they have been seen at the
Fantastic Indoor Swap Meet in LV), outlet malls, and "kiosk" mall shops.
If you have trouble finding these, do a search for "cheongsam" on Ebay
and you will find many of them for sale.

If you wish to dress up a bit for such things as our Annual Mixer and
Welcome Celebration, these are some examples of the looks you can try.
. . . . .

http://www.geekbabe.com/dlv/dlv99/rhps/DCP00505.jpg
http://www.geekbabe.com/dlv/dlv2001/rhps/d01419.jpg

Yes, for some activities, such as our Night Of The Soiled Doves and
Rocky Horror Picture Show, it is not only acceptable, but considered
customary to wear something that's more exotic.

More of these looks can be seen at:

http://www.geekbabe.com/dlv/dlv2004/pics/nsd.html

Again, all of these are not requirements, but examples and suggestions.
If you wish to discuss dress for any DLV activity, or wardrobe selection
in general, please post your questions or comments on the DLV Discussion
Forum at http://www.geekbabe.com/dlv/dlvdisc/


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