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I must confess, I’ve made some questionable fashion choices over the years. I don’t cringe at them the way I used to; instead, I just laugh and call my 2010s style ‘camp.’ Still, I’m thankful none of my more disastrous outfits ever made it online.

These poor dresses, on the other hand, weren’t so lucky.

They’ve had their moment in the spotlight on the Facebook group aptly named ‘You can’t just slap some fabric together and call it a dress.’ We feel a bit sorry for how much attention they’ve drawn, but we couldn’t resist putting together a best-of-all-time compilation of the ones we’ve featured on Bored Panda.

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#1

Seen Today At Tjmaxx And I Feel Like It’s The Definition Of What This Group Was Created For

Seen Today At Tjmaxx And I Feel Like It’s The Definition Of What This Group Was Created For

You can’t just slap some fabric together and call it a dress Report

You might be laughing at these ridiculous fashion statements now, but I’m sure many of you have had those late-night flashbacks to an embarrassing wardrobe choice—maybe from your 2007 prom. No judgment, I’ve been there, too. But according to experts, there are ways to ease the emotional reaction to things that happened long ago.

#3

It Had To Be Said

It Had To Be Said

Karen Baez Report

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Skogsrået
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2 weeks ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Yeah have to agree, so much fuss about the dress she was making and she ends up with this. Big let down tbh.

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#4

On A Shein Ad. I Have No Words

On A Shein Ad. I Have No Words

Amber Ennis Report

#5

A Surgical Glove After Boil Removal Procedure

A Surgical Glove After Boil Removal Procedure

Hansu Bansu Report

Understanding why we get embarrassed in the first place might help you feel better. And don’t worry, it’s not because the universe enjoys seeing us suffer for a laugh. Researchers suggest that embarrassment evolved as a way for our ancestors to repair relationships after unintentionally breaking social norms.

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#7

We Might Need A New Group Called “You Can’t Just Slap A Stuffed Animal On It And Call It A Dress”

We Might Need A New Group Called “You Can’t Just Slap A Stuffed Animal On It And Call It A Dress”

Kennedy Heath Report

#8

Pizza Dress

Pizza Dress

You can’t just slap some fabric together and call it a dress Report

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David
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2 weeks ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Minister: "...and if so let them object now or forever hold their peace." Half the audience: "THERE'S NO PINEAPPLE" brawl ensues /j

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Historically, those who felt distress over how others perceived them were more likely to remain part of the group, which was crucial for survival. If you didn’t care about your social standing, you risked being ostracized—or even killed. Feeling embarrassed helped patch things up with those you may have wronged and ensured you learned from your mistakes. And, let’s be honest, it’s still useful in some situations today.

#9

Saw This Dresss On A Wedding Photographers Page And Knew I Had To Share With Y’all

Saw This Dresss On A Wedding Photographers Page And Knew I Had To Share With Y’all

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#11

Not Covering Her Face Bc She’s A Model But Cmon Now Shein What The Hell Is This

Not Covering Her Face Bc She’s A Model But Cmon Now Shein What The Hell Is This

Brianna Carbajal Report

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The Phantom Stranger
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2 weeks ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

This reminds me of those long tshirts or aprons that feature and image of a voluptuous woman in a bikini. Except that those are intentionally humorous.

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But here’s the thing: while embarrassment can help us learn and grow, dwelling on old memories doesn’t do much for personal progress. We can get stuck replaying those moments in our minds, allowing them to take up too much space until it stops being helpful.

#12

This Is A Down Comforter And A Bath Mat

This Is A Down Comforter And A Bath Mat

Steph Lannutti Report

#13

I Don't Understand Boutique Clothing. Who Would Wear This And Where Would They Be Going And Why The F*** Would Anyone Pay Over $3000 For Horribly "Reworked" Levi's?!?!

I Don't Understand Boutique Clothing. Who Would Wear This And Where Would They Be Going And Why The F*** Would Anyone Pay Over $3000 For Horribly "Reworked" Levi's?!?!

Tiffany Runyon Report

#14

Ummm

Ummm

Christina Ward Report

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David
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2 weeks ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

New horror movie. All of the unwanted shoulder pads from the 80s have mutated and are hunting down their victims.

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“Focusing on the negative experiences increases our unwanted emotions, which makes us see more negative things until they’re all we see,” says clinical psychologist Elizabeth Lombardo, Ph.D., author of Better Than Perfect: 7 Strategies to Crush Your Inner Critic and Create a Life You’ll Love. “It’s like pushing on a bruise. It doesn’t feel good and it prevents healing.”

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#16

That Awful Dress My Goodness

That Awful Dress My Goodness

Areli Aguirre Report

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Sarah Rassier
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2 weeks ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

This is something a queen who doesn’t know how to sew would make on Ru Paul’s Drag Race

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#17

Not A Dress But Wtf Balenciaga. Almost 1k For A Towel Wrapped Around The Waist? No Thanks

Not A Dress But Wtf Balenciaga. Almost 1k For A Towel Wrapped Around The Waist? No Thanks

Andrea Ruiz Report

However, research suggests that focusing on the details of a painful memory—like what you ate or wore that day—rather than how it made you feel, can help break the cycle of stress these memories create.

In a 2014 study led by psychologist Florin Dolcos, Ph.D., at the University of Illinois, participants recalled their most painful memories while undergoing brain scans. When they focused on neutral details—such as where they were or what the weather was like—the emotional centers in their brains calmed down, and they reported feeling less distress.

#18

I Love Björk, Her Music Is Awesome And I Get That The Quirky Fashion Thing Is Her Deal. But Did She Not Dress Like Covid

I Love Björk, Her Music Is Awesome And I Get That The Quirky Fashion Thing Is Her Deal. But Did She Not Dress Like Covid

Stephanie Stephens Report

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#20

Oh Man…

Oh Man…

Kennedy Heath Report

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Tiger
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2 weeks ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

“Wow look at these beautiful men’s shirt collars, I bet these would make an incredible women’s dress.”

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This method is far more helpful than our initial reaction to painful memories, which is often to suppress them. However, that approach frequently causes the emotions to resurface even stronger and more negatively. Instead, by allowing ourselves space to acknowledge the memory, we can decrease the stress it triggers.

So why not try this experiment on yourself right now? Think of a cringy memory—the one you really hate, perhaps the day someone embarrassed you in front of your crush in high school. Now, reflect on what else was happening that day. What did you do? What music were you listening to at the time? How was your school day? Did you run into that one teacher you loved or the one you couldn’t stand? If you’re no longer feeling like you want to claw your eyes out, chances are you’re on the right path!

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#24

Ummm A Scuba Diving Dress? My Questions Are Why, For Who And Why Is It Almost $5,000

Ummm A Scuba Diving Dress? My Questions Are Why, For Who And Why Is It Almost $5,000

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Huddo's sister
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2 weeks ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Looks like the type of materials from the Great British Sewing Bee refashion challenge, but they usually end up looking good.

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#29

Some Girl From My College Wore This To Formal

Some Girl From My College Wore This To Formal

Abi Ricci Report

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#32

Fungus-Core??? An Homage To The Mushroom Zombies Of The Last Of Us?

Fungus-Core??? An Homage To The Mushroom Zombies Of The Last Of Us?

Lyn Beavers Report

#33

When You Just Don't Have Time For Gardening

When You Just Don't Have Time For Gardening

Maria Theren Report

#34

Ms. Girl Is Famous, Thought It Looked Like Post-It’s Lmaoo

Ms. Girl Is Famous, Thought It Looked Like Post-It’s Lmaoo

Sarah Vess Report

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The Phantom Stranger
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2 weeks ago (edited) DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

All she needs to do is twist the skirt about three inches to the right and this would be fine.

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#35

Looking For Summer Street Style For A Client I’m Photographing And I Find This Monstrosity

Looking For Summer Street Style For A Client I’m Photographing And I Find This Monstrosity

You can’t just slap some fabric together and call it a dress Report

#36

That's One Way To Wear Your Dress

That's One Way To Wear Your Dress

Katherine Sinhawk Report

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Huddo's sister
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2 weeks ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

This I don't mind so much because it's really just a piece of art masquerading as clothes

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#38

Finally Found Something Worthy To Be Shared Here. This Reminds Me Of When I Tried To DIY A Purse Of Out Of Pair Of Jeans And My Sister Threw It Away Thinking Its Scrap (Because It Was Trash)

Finally Found Something Worthy To Be Shared Here. This Reminds Me Of When I Tried To DIY A Purse Of Out Of Pair Of Jeans And My Sister Threw It Away Thinking Its Scrap (Because It Was Trash)

Sabarni Sengupta Report

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Skogsrået
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2 weeks ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

It's like the designer couldn't make up their mind on what to create so they did a little bit of all in one mash.

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#39

Saw This On Tik Tok LOL It Flatters Her Figure Tho!

Saw This On Tik Tok LOL It Flatters Her Figure Tho!

Jadyn Sullins Report

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#40

4500$ Absolutely Not

4500$ Absolutely Not

Ariyon Weese Report

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The Phantom Stranger
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2 weeks ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

The impossible has been achieved--somebody has finally discovered something that is not improved by adding bacon!

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#41

What In The Happy Hell Is Going On Here? (Phaedra Parks)

What In The Happy Hell Is Going On Here? (Phaedra Parks)

Spirit Gonzales-Mendez Report

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Huddo's sister
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2 weeks ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Whatever it is, it doesn't look comfortable! I always assume when things like this don't fit right (too high cut briefs or too small bra/bikini cups etc) they have to be designed by men.

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#43

Don’t Worry Ladies, You Too Can Look Like A Figureless Polka Dot Worm For The Low Price Of $2,790!

Don’t Worry Ladies, You Too Can Look Like A Figureless Polka Dot Worm For The Low Price Of $2,790!

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#44

Ok, But What?

Ok, But What?

Fernanda Moraes Report

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Huddo's sister
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2 weeks ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

It's like the opposite/upside down of a tutu and point shoe ribbons

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#45

I’m Not Too Sure Why But This Is What I Saw Today On Snap. Would You Even Call This A Dress?

I’m Not Too Sure Why But This Is What I Saw Today On Snap. Would You Even Call This A Dress?

Lavinia Juren Report

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Skogsrået
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2 weeks ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

"Showed off her figure"? What would that be cause it makes her look flat as a board.

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#46

Not Covering Her Face Cause She’s Famous Here In Brazil….but Why?

Not Covering Her Face Cause She’s Famous Here In Brazil….but Why?

Lara Falkievicz Niehues Report

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Tiger
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2 weeks ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I can’t even tell which one OP is referring to lmao

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#47

Its A “Skirt”

Its A “Skirt”

Emma Lohnes Report

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The Phantom Stranger
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2 weeks ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I actually don't have a problem with this as a high fashion piece, but not a lot of women have the figure to pull it off.

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#48

Look At This

Look At This

Deborah Ratto Dash Report

#49

The Belly Button Though

The Belly Button Though

Sarah Brown Report

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The Phantom Stranger
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2 weeks ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

I keep seeing prints like this on "fast Fashion" sites--hopefully that means the trend will be over fast!

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#50

I Am Plus Size And Like Compliments….this Dress Is Not For Me

I Am Plus Size And Like Compliments….this Dress Is Not For Me

Sarah Ihrer Report

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#53

I Have No Words

I Have No Words

Jenna Burke Report

#54

I Love And Hate This So Much. Its Giving Swamp Siren, But Also Looks Like A Sweater I Could Find On The Sidewalk Downtown Hahah

I Love And Hate This So Much. Its Giving Swamp Siren, But Also Looks Like A Sweater I Could Find On The Sidewalk Downtown Hahah

Group member Report

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#57

I’m Torn Because At First It Looked Cool But Then You Realize She’s Wearing Butter Knives

I’m Torn Because At First It Looked Cool But Then You Realize She’s Wearing Butter Knives

Kinder Dozier Report

#58

I Saw This On Insta Earlier And Knew Where It Belonged. I Absolutely Hate It, But I Wanna Know What Others Think

I Saw This On Insta Earlier And Knew Where It Belonged. I Absolutely Hate It, But I Wanna Know What Others Think

Midas Moore Report

#59

Umm

Umm

Pradeep Bandara Report

#60

Weird Looking Clothing

Weird Looking Clothing

Jennifer Culver-Irwin Report

#61

Julia Fox At Cannes, With Stars Added So The Photo Doesn't Get Zucced

Julia Fox At Cannes, With Stars Added So The Photo Doesn't Get Zucced

Rebecca Mis Report

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David Morgan
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2 weeks ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

Unfortunately for her, despite her good looks and figure, the dress wasn't custom-made for her, and her chest is getting distorted to fit those plastic cups. This looks bad and can't be comfortable.

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#62

I'll Never Allow You Twilight People To Live That Phase Down

I'll Never Allow You Twilight People To Live That Phase Down

RobynThe Human Report

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The Phantom Stranger
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2 weeks ago DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

If this was an image of say, the Sistine Chapel or some other classical artwork, it would actually be pretty attractive... but with Edward--just no.

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#65

Weird Looking Clothing

Weird Looking Clothing

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Tiger
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2 weeks ago (edited) DotsCreated by potrace 1.15, written by Peter Selinger 2001-2017

If she moves her legs closer together she’s going to trip on that fabric 😅

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#66

At First, I Thought It Was AI

At First, I Thought It Was AI

Nick Emuchay Report

#67

Jill Biden

Jill Biden

Sun Knee Report

#68

Saving For National Dress As Your Favourite Vegetable Day

Saving For National Dress As Your Favourite Vegetable Day

Lauren Williams Report

#69

I Present To You All

I Present To You All

Stacey Boings Report

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