I have got this dress which is a fine knit (I didn't realise that when I bought it until I saw it in the flesh). I only do 'smart casual' for work generally and this is a work dress.
www.jaegeroutlet.com/Fluted-Collar-and-Cuffs-Dress/635823Z,en_GB,pd.html?dwvar_635823Z_color=76200&dwvar_635823Z_size=XS&start=5&cgid=women-dresses-outlet
I know that it would probably look better with ballet flats (don't do anything with more than a 1 1/2 inch heel as I would fall over) but I quite like these shoes and I would wear them more than a pair of ballet flats
www.dunelondon.com/goosie-fringe-and-tassel-trim-loafer-0076506080030169/
Is it a no do you think? I think I must think it wouldn't be quite right, hence the post.