English dresses

I 've been aiming to pack for colder weather as I have an upcoming trip. So I went to a thrift shop I recently discovered and tried on this vintage English dress, which I actually really liked… until everyone I showed this picture to gave me their feedback. I felt it was very McQueen, but my audience thought otherwise. Some of them just gave a negative glance, others a loud "no, no" and the unforgettable "you look Amish" comment. I had planned to buy this and wear it a formal gala. I also tried another vintage wool dress, this one from my closet. It felt a bit like a costume, so I am not taking it with me. ...