Need advice on these outfits - YouLookFab Forum

I took pictures of a few recent outfits that I am not completely comfortable with and I would appreciate some input! Remember it's all momwear.

1 - St.Patrick's day - green cardigan from the swap, lighter jeans and cons for more casual look. I haven't tried this type of layering before, does it work? I put on the belt first, but then thought I looked too boxy with it.
http://i293.photobucket.com/al.....stpat1.jpg
http://i293.photobucket.com/al.....stpat2.jpg

2 - Trying green/purple combo that has been popular on YLF. This necklace was a gift, and I could never figure out what colors to wear it with. It's this pale green color and I am not sure it works with black or any other strong colors. Any ideas? The picture turned out dark, so I am including a close-up.
http://i293.photobucket.com/al.....purple.jpg
http://i293.photobucket.com/al.....G_6475.jpg

3 - I got this cropped cardi earlier this year to try the look and I am still trying to get it to work, but I am not sure if it's right for my body type. What do you think about proportions? The shirt has grey stripes that you can't see. Oh, and after Angie's post I dug out my old pendant!
http://i293.photobucket.com/al.....ropped.jpg

Thanks in advance!

17 years ago

shell

Active Member

1. i love this combo! i do like it better w/o the belt - could you try belting it a few inches higher or straightening out the shirt/cardi - it looks like they're billowing out too much.

2. i love this color combo - great color contrast! another nice contrasting color would be a reddish-orange. i could also see it working well with a more monochromatic look, so maybe try different shades of green/blue. navy, grey, and white are also great neutrals to pair it with as well.

3. i remember you mentioning before having trouble knowing how to wear a black cropped cardi! i think this is a great look! how does it look having just the middle button or two buttoned?

the cardi would also look nice over a day dress or a graphic tee...

julijuli

Hi Marianne,

I like #1 non-belted more than the belted version for some reason. Outfit #2 is my favorite - you look so polished. I think #3 is good too - in my opinion you look really great with skinnies in boots.

Antje

Veteran

Oh Marianne, you look super in all outfits. LOVE you in the green cardi, yay to you for trying more brights! I prefer the unbelted look.

greenglove

(website)

Marianne,
1. I think it looks great but maybe the it could be buttoned one more time near the belt.
2. The color is hard to see even in the second photo. I think it works well, I love you in that outfit! Pale green might stand out more with lighter colors, it might not be large enough or bright enough to look best with dark colors. It would look great with white or yellow for the spring, but still looks great with what you are wearing.
3. Love the outfit. I think the proportion works. The one slightly odd thing is how low the scoop is on the cardigan but could be where it sits on the shoulders or what is happening with the top of the shirt, maybe unbutton the top of the sweater?

You look so fab in all looks!!

bella

Wow, Marianne you look absolutely fabulous in outfit #2. I like outfit #1 with the belt. The proportions don't work for me in the third one.

yublocka

Marianne you're gorgeous!

#1 looks great unbelted. Maybe if it was buttoned all the way the belt might work too.

#2 - wonderful!!!

#3 I think if you buttoned the cardie all the way you can totally pull it off!!

shana

1. Love the bright green on you. I like this better unbelted - at least with the light wash jeans and the cons. Somehow the belt gives your top half this dressy look that is incongruous with the rest of the outfit. I think it would work better with the belt if you switched out for the dark rinse jeans and boots that you have on in look # 2. I also agree with GG - you should probably do one more button on the bottom.

2. Wow! You rock this look! I can't tell the colors too much but everything about it is amazing. If you really want to try a green/purple combo, how about the green sweater from #1 with the purple shirt from # 2?

3. I'm sorry - I don't like this look on you. I think the cropped cardi would work better with a dress. How about that floral dress that you were trying out before. I don't remember the colors in that dress anymore and black may not be right but somehow I think the proportions might work better.

marianne

Thank you very much for all the feedback and advice!

Shell, good memory! Yes, I am still struggling with this cardi. I think they are intended for curvier figures. I agree, it would work better with a dress. I'll probably get one or two dresses this summer and give it another shot, but I don't think I'd be getting more cropped cardis.

I still haven't quite embraced belts. I keep trying it with different things, but I rarely like it on myself.

Angie

Fashion Stylist

Marianne, I’ve shed a tear. YOU ARE THERE. An uber stylish Mum-on-the-go! We have seen your style transform before our eyes and it’s exciting to watch. You get 10 for all outfits and a KILLER rating. I am SO proud of you. Well done!

I love how you have deliberately gone out of your box and added colour, embraced belts and knee high boots. It’s amazing! Fishing out the old necklace was a nice touch. (And of course, you know I’m as much of a button down shirt girl as you). You stylish little long-legged creature! Watch out Seattle, Marianne has arrived with kids in tow and looks better than ever. You set a beautiful example :0)

Angie, thank you very much! I am so happy and touched to hear it from you, since any progress I may have made I owe to you completely. I would have never ventured out on my own. Even the shirts - I always liked them, but I could never figure out how to wear them in non-business way before YLF. Thank you thank you!

Kari

I'm a bit late to this thread, but I LOVE the pop of sea green with the purple shirt. That outfit is definitely my favorite.
You look so slender and polished in your skinnies and boots!

Christie

I don't think you look boxy at all ... very long and lean and pretty!

Maya

I'm late and have nothing to add, but I think you look beautiful Marianne! I love all your outfits. I'm so honored to have a pair of my pants in your closet :p

Kristen

All 3 are fab. I like the belted in the first one, and the colors of the second are great close-up. I think cropped sweaters can be such a struggle, but I like the way you paired it with the button down. I definitely worked for me!

My pleasure, Marianne. But it’s YOUR diligence, discipline and courage that got you out of your box. The credit goes to you! It’s great that we could be your ra ra cheer leaders in the process :0)

Dani

Marianne, I love these outfits! I prefer the first one without the belt but you rock a pair of skinnies and boots! I'm glad you're feeling more comfortable and are having fun experimenting. You look great! I hope you feel as good as you look!

Kyle

The second outfit it great on you. The purple and green really work together nicely. And, as others have said, you wear skinnies and boots exceptionally well.

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