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WIW :: The formula that works for me (+ thank you Astrid!)

Ornella

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Hello everyone,

In order to try and put an end to my WIWs draught, because I do feel like I miss my share of fun :-), here are two outfits worn to the bike shop, first one when I went to select and reserve the new bike, second one when I went to collect it.

This simple formula, skinnies + turtleneck + scarf, always makes me feel good and comfortable. What I enjoy the most about it is just how much difference a scarf can bring to an outfit. And at the style journey stage I'm at, when my lifestyle needs don't require too much variety, I draw a lot of pleasure from small details and changes like the color of the scarf, or the way I wear it, or gloves and hats.

The scarf in photo 1 is from Desigual, my best friend offered to buy me a gift of my choice there for my 40th birthday, and lo and behold I immediately fell in love with this scarf and didn't look any further.

The scarf in photos 2 and 3 is a gift from Astrid, she was kind to send it to me as she no longer uses it and she remembered I really liked it in her WIWs last year. It is absolutely gorgeous, has nice weight to it just as I like it, and the colors from it work with at least 2 turtlenecks and one jacket I have, but I'm sure I'll find even more ways to wear it.

Thank you again, dear Astrid and big Yay for YLF sisterhood

Photo 3 is just the outerwear, in my puffer bought last July, with my current favorite hat and ubiquitous messenger bag.

ETA: I've just realized, after looking at these photos next to each other, how unflattering the angle of the camera on photo 2 is, I'm not happy with what turtleneck tucked in looks like and the scarf looks very small. Oh well, I'll keep it in mind for my next self-photo-shoot

Thanks for stopping by.

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Suz

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Ornella, no wonder you fell in love with that Desigual scarf. WOW. I would fall in love with that, too. Its colours are PERFECT for your wardrobe (or almost any wardrobe..it is a bit like Mary K's wonder scarf) that way. I would love to have one of these as well. Hmmm. I wonder where I might locate one. We have a merchant in town who sells Desigual, but doesn't carry scarves as far as I know.

Astrid's scarf is equally lovely on you! It looks great with your puffer and messenger cap.

So sweet of Astrid to send it to you. YAY for YLF!!

As for the camera angle, we can look beyond that. It is difficult to get it right.

Anonymous

I'm so glad you've taken the time to treat us with some WiWs! My ears always perk up when someone mentions a good formula, and this one looks like it's working for you! Your scarves are lovely, and the body con line of the skinnies and turtle necks really skim your figure nicely. So I'm wondering if you skip a jacket altogether and just wear the puffer on top? I love that white puffer on you BTW. I remember when you were shopping for it. Cute hat as well!

Jules

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I'm all about the scarves too these days. I love that I can try a trendy pattern or colour for as little as $3. My "formula" is tshirt, cardi, skinnies and scarf but turtlenecks are a good variation. I'm all about simple too so I won't generally do a blazer or other jacket under a puffer either.
You look great and I love that puffer.

Ornella

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@Suz, thank you, this completes the naming ceremony for the scarf, it is now called "The Wonder Scarf". You are right, it works really well with my wardrobe and it also brings the colors like yellow and bright greens to my wardrobe. I have already worn it loads of times and it has nice texture so can be worn the whole year.

I hope your Secret Santa stops by at this thread, there is a nice hint of what'd make you happy

@ Claire, for now I only wear puffer on top, it keeps me warm enough, which is good news as the real winter has not kicked in yet. I bought the puffer with layering jackets underneath in mind, so I'll certainly be wearing it that way too.

@ Jules, that is one of my formulas too

cheryl

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You look adorable in all three pics!

Ornella

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Thanks Cheryl

Jules

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I didn't know Desigual did scarves. I *love* their patterns and colours but I always end up deciding they are too singular to be worn very often - hard to style different ways with so much going on. They're a little expensive for me as is so I would never get decent CPW. I will look for their scarves now.

Vix

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Hi hi Ornella!

Luckily I'm a pro at looking beyond bad camera angles given how many are in my life -- and you look gorgeous and effortlessly pulled together in this formula with these colors!

As another who tends to be a "uniform" dresser I know that it's so important to love the component(s) that change up the base.

You made a wonderful choice for your birthday scarf and were smart to take Astrid up on her kind offer to pass along the other scarf. And clever you to pick a coat that sets them both off perfectly.

Ornella

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@Jules, I completely agree with you, I also find their pieces too singular for frequent use and definitely too elaborate for my style. But scarves are almost always winners, with any brand.
Here is link to mine:
http://www.desigual.com/en_GB/.....re-26W5415

@Vix, I'm glad you feel my love for small details that breathe life into outfits. These past few months (no shopping, MOTG lifstyle, cycling as a form of transport ) have really brought home how important it is to me personally to enjoy the smallest of details and have reliable FFB outfit formulas.

catgirl

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That scarf is gorgeous, and I love seeing you rock the fitted t-neck, which I can never do. The hat is my favorite of all. You have an amazing figure!

Lisa

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Gorgeous scarf. And you are wearing one of my favorite go to outfit combinations for fall, boots and scarves.

Desmo April

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I LOVE that first scarf!

The skinnies, boots, knit top and a scarf is one of my standard uniforms. I've really gotten into scarves lately as they can really change things up.

Astrid

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You look great! That first scarf is just gorgeous. And I'm glad the second one found a new home with you, I really like how it goes with your hat and coat in pic #3!

Ornella

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@Una, thank you for your generous compliment. I have learnt to love the figure I have, I may not refer to it as amazing, but it surely is pEarfect :-).

@Lisa, more boots and scarves outfits on the way, I've unpacked most of my other boots so watch this space

@Desmo, thank you.

@Astrid, the second photo does not do the scarf the justice at all. The beautiful shades of gray, with splashes of burgundy and pink, are not distinguished well. I need to photograph it in better light and with some of the combinations I've tried so far. I really filled a hole in my collection, which is not small at all. Thank you again.

Astrid

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My pleasure! And I agree, it doesn't photograph well - I remember I had a hard time with it when I took the pics last year.

Ornella

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Well, that calls for a proper photo-session with it then

Janet

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#1 is so great on you!

I tried on a couple of turtlenecks today with that graphic skirt, and when I took photos I realized why I only wear thin turtlenecks *under* other layers -- way too boobalicious on me! Too bad because I really like how turtlenecks look on others, especially you and Angie.

I also find camera angles tricky, particularly with setting my iPhone on a countertop to take a picture! It's really easy to get a distorted photo with those lenses. You look marvelous anyway!

annagybe

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You look great!
I posted this for you a while ago but not sure if you saw it.
Here's a below knee puffer

http://www.patagonia.com/us/pr.....8465-0-961

I hope you can find a seller in Europe.

Ingunn

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A winner formula! This suits you so well. I love the scarves, and I'm happy to hear that Desigual does scarves, as I agree that their pieces can be a bit too much, albeit very cool. A scarf is another story and can add much needed color and texture.

Ornella

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@Janet, thank you. I agree the turtlenecks can be tricky in that sense, but I'm lucky.

@Anna, thank you so much for making sure I see this! Sorry I haven't seen it before, I'm constantly on the go and had little time to revisit some old threads. This is exactly the sort of puffer I'm after, even the hood does not have the 'fur'. That color Molten Lava is fantastic. I'll look for it.

@Ingunn, thank you.

lyn67

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Love those scarves, perfectly styled, and suit you so well! Lucky girl!

Ornella

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Thanks lyn

Asingh

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Ornella, my go-to outfit formula is quite similar to your- skinnies/trousers+ solid coloured top/sweater+ flats+ a great scarf. By adding a scarf to the basic outfit, I really feel "put-together". Scarves are my favourite accessory. Great looks.

Ornella

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I agree Asingh, they really round up the whole outfit

Kyle

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Agree that outfit one is a stellar formula that works perfectly. The colors are simply divine on you, O. I find that seeing photos is often the best way to diagnose what could be improved in an outfit. Proportions are so important and I think your point about the size of the scarf has merit. As a fellow turtleneck devotee, I think I should try adding some scarves this winter.

Transcona Shannon

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No wonder this is a favourite formula of yours Ornella - you look fabulous in it! The fitted t-neck and the skinnies show off your gorgeous figure to perfection and changing up your outfits with scarves is a brilliant way to keep things ever-changing. Love both of these outfits and way to go Astrid! Love your white puffer too - fab on you.

Ornella

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Thanks Kyle. I still hope the angle of the camera is largely to be blamed for the way the second outfit appears. I agree that photos are the best method to diagnose what needs tweaking. That, and the constructive feedback here, one of the first things that got me addicted to posting WIWs.

Ornella

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Shannon, we posted at the same time. Thanks for your kind comment.