Which navy shirt dress?

[Thedarklady]

Need a cotton midi navy dress for a holiday and also for summer. Both have side pockets and are from the same store.
The darker one is 25% cheaper and has a bit of linen in addition to the cotton.
The lighter one costs more and is 100% cotton. It isnts denim but looks it here. Might be a bit too thick for warm weather though?

Neither if you have boobs of any notable size

34D?

The paler one looks better I think. Depends how hot it will be?

I think you need to be fairly tall to make either work.

I'm not tall but I have really long legs.

I prefer the look of the paler one.

Here's them both side by side. The darker one is on the left. The pure cotton one is on the right.

They're very matronly. Could you find something less harsh? I think it's the neckline that gives it that look.

The lighter one looks like a better cut.

Where are they from?

It's to wear to a place of worship.

OP could wear the collar unbuttoned @Tomtontom , which would give it a v-neck look which would be softer and more forgiving.

Both are a nice look but I prefer the pure cotton one. The sleeve length looks good and the fabric too. Completely disagree that it looks matronly.

Both lovely. Marginally prefer the lighter one.

Not matronly and very versatile to dress up or down

The lighter one looks a nicer shape, but really there isn't much in it.
Maybe get the cheaper one

The darker one with the long sleeves is very thin fabric. You can see through it completely (look at the hem)

I like the lighter one.

Pure cotton on the right.

I'd buy both to try. I think on they could look quite different

Yes definitely the lighter one. I think they're very fashionable not matronly. And will look great with your long legs.... Wish I could wear them ...

"I'd buy both to try. I think on they could look quite different"
I think I'll do that @icklekid

Definitely get both to try.

They look lovely. Prefer the lighter one. Would be interested in y
our verdict after you try both.