SYC Challenge - Request for Inputs

As discussed on a previous thread, I have decided to put outfits from 3-4 days together for you all to see how I'm faring with my SYC July Challenge.

I did try to wear different silhouettes but find myself wearing more of shorts. I did wear a dress on Sunday and leggings with a tunic too, so I think it's ok. The week is still young

#1 - Printed top and white shorts. The outfit was comfortable for all day wear, the colors on the top made me feel happy.

#2-5 - This peplum top is a recent purchase from my June shopping spree. It's a comfy knit with sleeves and I loved wearing it. I had to go to meet a friend in the afternoon, so I added a scarf and sandals. While I prefer peplums with skinny jeans or pencil skirts, I wasn't unhappy in this outfit. Do you guys think the top looks odd with shorts? My sister thought it did...but I don't agree with her...so here it is for you all to judge.

#6-7 - I haven't worn leggings in a while so wore these with a printed tunic. After a few hours of sitting at my desk, I noticed it had major wrinkles (which you can all see here). I'm glad I wore it at home because I was planning on wearing this tunic with navy blue leggings on the flight for my next trip....but won't now since it wrinkles so bad

#8 - Another shorts and tshirt outfit. I love this one!

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8 years ago

Anonymous

First off it's obvious that you like the first and last outfits and I do too. With the peplum shorts outfit, I'm preferring it with the scarf actually and I'm wondering if it's because it breaks up the turquoise or because it pulls in the dark bottoms colour better. I think I would like to see the top with a white bottom for slightly less contrast?

6 and 7 aren't bad at all. I'm kind of wanting to see a fractionally longer top with the leggings, but that might just be me.

Maneera

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Thanks Diane. I like the peplum outfit better with the scarf and sandals too. It's definitely easier on the eyes as the scarf adds dark blue to the top. I also am beginning to think I prefer sandals to loafers. I like the extra skin show to create the illusion of a longer leg line. I think the tunic in the 6-7th outfit would be better paired with skinny jeans and not leggings too. It's kind of short for leggings. Clicking photos is really helping me. The flaws I can't see in the mirror become more apparent in photos. I'm very glad I'm doing this.

Thanks for your inputs!

MTBGirl

Hi Maneera! I adore #8! Too bad about the tunic wrinkles but good you found at home instead of on your trip. I don't think the peplum top looks odd with the shorts. They're longer and balance it nicely. Also really like the scarf with it.

Thanks Donna. I love #8 too...it just happened on a whim when I started looking at creating more outfits with knee length shorts for an upcoming trip. I wanted to be able to walk long distances without my shorts riding up or bunching up at the crotch, but still wanted a nicer top. Once I tried this outfit on, it clicked, and then I decided to wear it for the day

Daria

Active Member

Have you tried tunic from #6-7 with the shorts from #2-5?
I prefer peplum top with the scarf, not sure why. Diane G is probably spot on with her analysis..
#1 and #8 are great.

Joyce B

My favorites are 1 and 8. 8 is fabulous!

Alassë

I'll second Joyce.

celia

I like the peplum with the shorts . The scarf gives it an extra something but even without it I think you hair color bookends the shorts. I do prefer the sandals though.
Regarding the tunic, I personally prefer the proportions when the tunic is a little bit longer with leggings.
You totally rock shorts btw.

Joy

Agreeing with Ceiia. My favorite is 8. The nude sandals look wonderfully leg lengthening.

Thank you Celia. I was beginning to wonder if my sister was right after all! I agree with everything you've said.

Thanks Joy. You girls have put my mind at ease.....phew!!!!

I do wear peplums with skinny jeans and pencil skirts. But I wanted to do something different. Good to know some of you think it didn't go horribly wrong!

Joy - nude shoes are my go-to shoes. 8 out of 10 times I choose nude simply because it lengthens my leg line. I do have a collection and fall back to one of my favourite pairs when I'm not sure! However, I do think I need a pair of silver sandals that aren't shiny. A muted silver that will become another great choice with light colored bottoms

Do you guys think that peplum top would look better with white jeans?

Angie

Fashion Stylist

I like #8 best - and the fact that I can see a bit of cute doggie scores bonus points.

The peplum top is gorgeous on you too. Try it with the black shorts in #8. And #6 looks fresh and pretty despite your relentless 40 degree weather. Rock on.

Thanks Angie. You always spot the dog in ANY picture, anywhere! It's adorable!

So basically, that blue peplum will look better with black for a bottom, is it? If so, I have tons of options! Straight leg jeans, skinny jeans and flared jeans too....I'm gonna try the top with all of them tomorrow. Thank you!

I take great pride in being a doggie magnet, Maneera - and I know you understand that.

Blue peplum top will also look good with white jeans.

Jenn

I like #1` and #8 best too.

I like the peplum top best in #4 and 5. For me, I think it's the shift to the sandals more than the addition of the scarf. I'm not keen on the loafers with the peplum. Loafers always read a little androgynous to me and peplum is super-feminine. I know mixing and matching masculine/feminine pieces can work, but it's not clicking for me here.

You have so many different silhouettes in your closet! I applaud your willingness to experiment.

Thanks Jenn. I agree....l haven't been wearing loafers for the last 2 years and I think you just put your finger on the problem. That's exactly it! And now that you've put it in words for me to understand why I feel so weird I them, I'll happily donate them. Everything about me is feminine....so loafers don't make my heart sing. Thank you so much!!!

Ps: I do have too may silhouettes in my closet! I find it hard to keep up sometimes....I wish my wardrobe was well thought-out and capsule-like sometimes....but I'm yet to figure out what looks good on me and what doesn't. I'm yet to wear skirts and dresses this week. There too I play with lengths and cuts....thankfully it's rainy and wet now, so skirts and dresses will become practical choices too.

Sal

Thanks for sharing. I love 8, wow that is a stunning look on you! In fact you look great all round especially considering the heat.

I struggle with loafers too, I really only like them with jeans and then I either turn to boots in winter, sneakers for walking, or sandals in summer. I like the peplum with the shorts, and I agree also with a skirt or slim/skinny jeans or pants.

Thanks Kiwigal,

I think our difficulty with loafers comes from our bodyshape. We are all feminine with lots and lots of curves, so pairing something androgynous with anything other than jeans becomes a challenge. And even then, sandals turn out to be a better option, right? In fact, I find loafers harder to pair with skinnies that are ankle length (where the whole foot is on display) but easier with straight leg or bootcut jeans where some of the shoe gets hidden.

I was contemplating buying a pair of blue Vans slip-on sneakers that look very much like loafers for the summer. However, I did not enjoy wearing these loafers at all, and I don't often wear slip-on sneakers either. I keep telling myself its because I don't have the 'right' pair just yet, but the truth is that I simply don't like high vamp shoes unless they are boots or real sports sneakers.

I think some things are best left un-experimented (I know that's not even a word!)

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