Medusa Sept 21 - 26 - YouLookFab Forum

Here are my outfits from last week. I took advantage of our freezing weather to wear some fall clothes - let me know what you think.
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Monday: black skinny jeans, black turtleneck, blue blazer from the Nordstrom sale, Star Ling boots, also from the Nordstrom sale. This was my first time wearing both the blazer and the boots. Unfortunately the boots need way more stretching - even though I've had them stretched twice! - so they got pretty painful.

Tuesday: grey Banana Republic pants, blue sweater, jean jacket, green necklace, Keens. I think that everyone's going to hate the shoes on this one, but I needed something comfy after Monday's pain.

Wednesday: jeans, blue cowl-neck tshirt, grey long cardigan, pearls, purple Doc Martens. This was my first time wearing this sweater and I love it. It is so cozy.

Thursday: black jeans, white camisole, tan sweater, biker jacket, necklace, red Ecco flats. I liked this outfit a lot, it definitely made me smile.

Friday: jeans, striped shirt, black blazer, grey Matisse oxfords. I just had this shirt tailored on advice from the forum that it was too loose through the back. I really like how it looks now. I thought it was kind of fun with the Banana Republic blazer. You can't tell from the photo but the blazer has pinstripes, so this was a small attempt at stripe-mixing.

Saturday: jeans, purple cowl-necked tshirt, grey Banana Republic cardigan, Me Too Swann flats. I would love some advice about what type of necklines are OK to wear over cowl necks. Do you think this sweater works?

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Tanya

Veteran

What a wonderful week Medusa! That first outfit with all new Nordies things is superb, I am drooling over it. You have such a great style.

marianna

Great week again! Love the first outfit... it's unfortunate that the boots hurt you after a while.

Your purple Docs are so fun!

LOVED Thursday's outfit. That moto jacket is amazing on you. I remember you were unsure of the look for you -- are you confident in it now?! You should be!

RoseandJoan

I loved Thursday and Friday's outfits. Thursday's look is perfection. Do you wear brooches or flower pins, I think one may add extra punch to your Friday outfit.

Out of curiosity Medusa, do you ever carry a handbag?

Ana

(website)

Nice week, Monday's outfit is my favorite. I love the piped blazer and the boots.

Boof

Active Member

Wow, Medusa! Your outfits just blow me away! You have such a wonderful collection of jackets! The biker jacket just makes me dizzy...it is awesome! I think you work your Keens in well. I have a pair that I love and won't ever give up! I know how crazy comfortable they are! :o)

I think Thursday's outfit might be my favorite. The simple, clean lines are so flattering! Love the purple cowl neck under the BR cardigan, too! You have such a put-together, casual yet edgy thing going on. Love it!

Anonymous

You look awsome everyday Medusa. Too bad the Star ling boots hurt. Are they too small? They look great.
I really like you in the moto jacket, edgey look. This looks great with your hairstyle. I also love the fun element like the purple Doc's and pattern mixing, and those cute Matisse oxfords.
Is it already cold in your neck of the woods? You look cozy in your beautiful sweater collection.
I have no idea about the cowl neck with other necklines, but the way you are wearing yours looks good to me.

marianne

Great week! My faves are the 1st outfit and the biker jacket. I like how you made use of that striped shirt!
I love those grey oxfords, too. I saw someone wearing very similar ones the other day - I complimented her on them, but didn't ask what brand they were.
You already know about the Keens - it may be worth looking for a comfort brand that is equally comfortable yet not as outdoorsy-looking. I realize it's a challenging issue!

medusa

Thanks everyone for the comments. I felt really good about Monday and Thursday as well.

Julie, good idea bout the brooch/flower pin. I don't have any at the moment, but one of my plans for this fall is to learn about accessories. Also, I don't usually carry a handbag because I kind of hate them. I have a bag fits on my bike rack that I use for going to/from work, that's about it.

Boof, I'm glad you think the cowl neck works under the cardigan. I wasn't sure about that.

San, the Star Lings are a bit narrow because I have bunions - I had them stretched in that area but apparently they need a bit more. They feel ok when I first put them on, but they press on my bunions after a couple hours. They'll be fine with a bit more stretching.

I'm bumping this for Angie....

Angie

Fashion Stylist

I’m here! Another busy day....

Outfit #1 is KILLER. My word. Utterly fabulous! I hope those boots become more comfy. Stretch away!

Nice to see those chunky knits come out to play. And I just adore you in that biker jacket. Sublime! Another stylish week, Medusa. Are you having fun with your new look? Hope your sweetie likes your new look too :0)

LoP

So fab! I love the Thursday outfit with the biker jacket. And your purple docs are great!

Sorry to be late getting back to this thread - another work nightmare week. Oh well.

Angie, I am DEFINITELY having fun with my new look. My sweetie is into it as well, he says that he loves seeing me get more self-confidence about my appearance.

LegacyofPearl, thanks!

greenglove

Medusa, not much to add other than how great you look. Your style is becoming so much more distinct. I love Thursday and Monday the best although they are all very smashing. Thanks for posting!!! I also love the striped shirt.

Style and fashion is ALL about having fun. It takes a bit of practice in the beginning but it’s smooth sailing once you get your head around a few concepts. You passed style school with FLYING colours, Medusa. Cum laude! So chuffed that your sweetie is in on the fun too.

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