Comments on: The flop-proof outfit http://youlookfab.com/2007/02/15/the-flop-proof-outfit/ Look fab, feel fabulous. Sat, 21 Nov 2009 16:23:17 -0800 http://wordpress.org/?v=2.8.4 hourly 1 By: youlookfab » Blog Archive » The flop-proof outfit for casual Fridays (and beyond) http://youlookfab.com/2007/02/15/the-flop-proof-outfit/comment-page-1/#comment-11874 youlookfab » Blog Archive » The flop-proof outfit for casual Fridays (and beyond) Wed, 30 Jan 2008 12:48:01 +0000 http://www.youlookfab.com/2007/02/15/the-flop-proof-outfit/#comment-11874 [...] an update to refresh your memory on this flop-proof outfit. At a high level, this is the simple [...] [...] an update to refresh your memory on this flop-proof outfit. At a high level, this is the simple [...]

]]> By: youlookfab » Blog Archive » The casual holiday party for gents http://youlookfab.com/2007/02/15/the-flop-proof-outfit/comment-page-1/#comment-6902 youlookfab » Blog Archive » The casual holiday party for gents Wed, 05 Dec 2007 14:44:42 +0000 http://www.youlookfab.com/2007/02/15/the-flop-proof-outfit/#comment-6902 [...] (turtle neck) is a great alternative to a shirt when it’s cold. This is the masculine version of the flop-proof outfit and will serve men well for almost any smart casual [...] [...] (turtle neck) is a great alternative to a shirt when it’s cold. This is the masculine version of the flop-proof outfit and will serve men well for almost any smart casual [...]

]]> By: youlookfab » Blog Archive » The Jacket Renaissance http://youlookfab.com/2007/02/15/the-flop-proof-outfit/comment-page-1/#comment-1292 youlookfab » Blog Archive » The Jacket Renaissance Fri, 02 Mar 2007 16:17:04 +0000 http://www.youlookfab.com/2007/02/15/the-flop-proof-outfit/#comment-1292 [...] Jackets are a vital component to the flop-proof outfit and versatile in every sense. They “make a statement without trying to hard”. Find one with stretch and it will also be very comfortable. [...] [...] Jackets are a vital component to the flop-proof outfit and versatile in every sense. They “make a statement without trying to hard”. Find one with stretch and it will also be very comfortable. [...]

]]> By: Angie http://youlookfab.com/2007/02/15/the-flop-proof-outfit/comment-page-1/#comment-1291 Angie Fri, 16 Feb 2007 05:18:50 +0000 http://www.youlookfab.com/2007/02/15/the-flop-proof-outfit/#comment-1291 I'm afraid that Dansko clogs won't quite do the trick. Albeit comfortable, they're too casual for this look. You'll need a sophisticated shoe to complete the flop-proof outfit. There is lots that you can do to doctor an elegant shoe into becoming something that you can actually walk in. Insoles and super feet can work wonders for a start. Consider a dressy kitten heel or one inch ballet flat form brands like Tarryn Rose, Paul Green, Kenneth Cole and Cole Haan. You might want to read some of my entries in the footwear category where I discuss these points in more detail. I’m afraid that Dansko clogs won’t quite do the trick. Albeit comfortable, they’re too casual for this look. You’ll need a sophisticated shoe to complete the flop-proof outfit.

There is lots that you can do to doctor an elegant shoe into becoming something that you can actually walk in. Insoles and super feet can work wonders for a start. Consider a dressy kitten heel or one inch ballet flat form brands like Tarryn Rose, Paul Green, Kenneth Cole and Cole Haan. You might want to read some of my entries in the footwear category where I discuss these points in more detail.

]]> By: jennifer http://youlookfab.com/2007/02/15/the-flop-proof-outfit/comment-page-1/#comment-1290 jennifer Fri, 16 Feb 2007 03:57:21 +0000 http://www.youlookfab.com/2007/02/15/the-flop-proof-outfit/#comment-1290 This is a great "formula" that I am definitely working on building in my wardrobe. Could you please expand on "heels"--the closest I have would be Dansko clogs! Any ideas for comfortable, but smart, heels? Do clogs fit the bill there? I'd prefer 2" or less in heel height. Thanks! This is a great “formula” that I am definitely working on building in my wardrobe. Could you please expand on “heels”–the closest I have would be Dansko clogs! Any ideas for comfortable, but smart, heels? Do clogs fit the bill there? I’d prefer 2″ or less in heel height. Thanks!

]]> By: pam http://youlookfab.com/2007/02/15/the-flop-proof-outfit/comment-page-1/#comment-1289 pam Thu, 15 Feb 2007 23:28:31 +0000 http://www.youlookfab.com/2007/02/15/the-flop-proof-outfit/#comment-1289 This is been my fashion standby for years - Altho I prefer flashier ethnic jackets - the cotton ones are great for summer! And I also have grades of denim - lighter ones for warmer weather and heavier ones for the colder.... This is been my fashion standby for years – Altho I prefer flashier ethnic jackets – the cotton ones are great for summer! And I also have grades of denim – lighter ones for warmer weather and heavier ones for the colder….

]]> By: Angie http://youlookfab.com/2007/02/15/the-flop-proof-outfit/comment-page-1/#comment-1288 Angie Thu, 15 Feb 2007 20:13:46 +0000 http://www.youlookfab.com/2007/02/15/the-flop-proof-outfit/#comment-1288 Absolutely. Substitute tailored walk shorts for jeans, open strappy sandals for closed shoes, and add a short-sleeved unlined cotton or linen jacket. This should keep you cool enough in air conditioning. If the unlined cotton jacket is still too hot - substitute a pretty breezy girly blouse with cotton camisole instead. As long as you keep your shoes and bag smart and elegant - you'll retain the sophisticated element that you are looking for. Absolutely. Substitute tailored walk shorts for jeans, open strappy sandals for closed shoes, and add a short-sleeved unlined cotton or linen jacket. This should keep you cool enough in air conditioning.

If the unlined cotton jacket is still too hot – substitute a pretty breezy girly blouse with cotton camisole instead. As long as you keep your shoes and bag smart and elegant – you’ll retain the sophisticated element that you are looking for.

]]> By: Tiffany http://youlookfab.com/2007/02/15/the-flop-proof-outfit/comment-page-1/#comment-1287 Tiffany Thu, 15 Feb 2007 20:01:53 +0000 http://www.youlookfab.com/2007/02/15/the-flop-proof-outfit/#comment-1287 Love this and use it often. Any suggestions for using this during the summer--i.e., what would you do in place of the jacket? I'm in the south! Love this and use it often. Any suggestions for using this during the summer–i.e., what would you do in place of the jacket? I’m in the south!

]]> By: TravelinOma http://youlookfab.com/2007/02/15/the-flop-proof-outfit/comment-page-1/#comment-1286 TravelinOma Thu, 15 Feb 2007 18:56:16 +0000 http://www.youlookfab.com/2007/02/15/the-flop-proof-outfit/#comment-1286 This is my favorite site for fashion tips! Thanks! This is my favorite site for fashion tips! Thanks!

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