WIW: Meetup with a girlfriend

I have a confession to make: I'm a SCARF GIMP! No matter how many ways I tie a scarf, it never looks right! However, I figured I'd give it a shot now.

I'm heading out in a few minutes, but I figured I'd post this look before I go. Its' a nice day here in Toronto, and I'm not feeling like wearing a dress today. So here's my other go-to look - leggings and a tunic and my trusty jean jacket.

Question: When wearing the leggings/tunic look, is it generally unacceptable when the tunic is slim-fitting? My tunic is body-hugging but hits right below the bum - on the lower hip.

I tend to wear ONLY ponte knit or double knit leggings to begin with, just because I want the sturdier, more structured appearance of pants. I'm wonder if this is OK as well? I just can't wear pants Not my style, and it never fits me either.

Jean Jacket: Gap
Scarf: I really don't remember. Some local independent store here in Toronto
Ruched top: Mexx
Tank top: SmartSet
Ponte leggings: Tristan
Sandal-booties: John Fluevog

Have a wonderful day everyone!

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12 years ago

krishnidoux

Veteran

Well you did a good job! And what a good idea, the tank's pink hem which responds to the scarf. I hope you are having a good time.
As for your question: it is perfectly acceptable. In fact, this is what I do myself! I love this look as it is very relaxed, sexy and demure all at once. I find it is more flattering with same colour footwear (like you did) to elongate the leg. I also like to wear that look with a scarf, as to bring the attention upward.

rae

(website)

I am bad with scarves, too! But yours looks great!

I usually wear tunics longer with leggings, but from your description it sounds like these may be closer to a ponte pant? If there is no murf/camel toe action, it's probably okay. The tunic does cover most of the bottom part, anyway. I say thumbs up!

Sarah A

I like it! For as often as I wear scarves I only manage one knot... I keep trying to do different ones... And failing. Why is it so hard!? I think the tunic is good with these pants too... But I am probably too close to the leggings as pants school of thought for YLF approval.

Anonymous

Looks great! I would have never guessed it!

Aida

Your scarf knot looks great! I'm with Rae on the leggings, if they're more like a ponte pant I think this length tunic is fine (I also like slim tunics with leggings!). Love how the pink layer picks up on shades in the scarf.

Beth Ann

Looks terrific for a day out and about. I agree with the others -- thicker leggings are good, covering the lady parts (which you're still doing here, although its more form fitting) is good. Scarf and jacket and booties are brilliant. Have fun!

taylor

Your scarf look great!!
I agree with the pnte knit legging as opposed to cotton....just not enough there.

Angie

Fashion Stylist

You look amazing! And are a scarf whizz

Looks great! You look great in a legging, and the tunic totally works.

MsLuna

Hello ladies!

Thanks for the wonderful comments! I've always loved this scarf and was trying to find a way to make it work in my outfits. I'm not sure why it is that most scarf combos don't work for me, but glad to know this one looks good! This is my default way of wearing a scarf since my neck feels constricted most of the time!

@krishnidoux I LOVE LOVE LOVE your outfit! This is definitely a look I would totally wear. The sweater is great! And the boots!!! I tend to like slimmer-fitting tunics, mainly because I don't have a lot of hip going on, and it is really a part I often highlight when I dress. I did notice your tunic is longer, and I find that this combination works on the example you showed me. I'm thinking that maybe I should extend my tunics about 3 inches below the bum as it is most flattering (and secures coverage of the lady parts!)

@rae Yeah I only really wear ponte pants, and they are the pull-on variety because zippered or fly-front waistlines add unneeded bulk on my tummy. I'm not a huge fan of just plain leggings unless I'm layering it over a dress (which I do in winter). No camel toe action going on - but I do try to wear tunics as opposed to just longer shirts. I guess with this one, I had a long tank top and top that just happens to go past the bum!

@Sarah A The Scarf thing bothers me - because I really only do this twisty drapey thing (not sure what it's called) as seen in the picture. Any kind of knot seems weird to me - I often feel that it's emphasizing my large bust! I saw a video a while back about tying scarves though! And with regards to the leggings as pants concept: I ONLY really wear leggings and dresses! Pants just don't seem to suit me at all.

@Beth Ann Yeah lady parts coverage is something I'm picky about. One of my pet peeves is seeing teenage girls walk around in leggings and short tops. Yikes! I guess it will depend on the material. I only really wear thick leggings because I like the structure as well as the look and feel (ponte never wrinkles either!).

@Angie Thanks! I'm working on becoming a scarf whiz!

ManidipaM

Hearing you on the scarf knots, sister! But I have to say, I wouldn't have known it from this photo, where you look like a pro!

Love your look and am very reassured by your description of your ponte-like leggings. I'm usually one of those demure enough to feel a little thrown by tank tops on men (who can afford to wear something more) and leggings as pants on either sex when the top doesn't well and truly extend beyond their crotch a couple of inches. So yeah, you scored top marks here

Kirti

I think you did great with the scarf!

Meredith1953

Katie,
You look wonderful! I love the whole combo together!

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