https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ Style Advice for Fashion Lovers en-US Tue, 12 May 2026 10:38:06 +0000 http://bbpress.org/?v=1.0.2 q https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/search.php https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiws-from-a-busy-week#post-2412746 Tue, 12 May 2026 04:46:04 +0000 Carol 2412746@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>my kind of outfits! but my favorite--my kind of pants. I love a quality, elongated cigarette pant. all the clothes are great, but those are my favorite.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/new-outfit-formula-skirt/page/2#post-2412745 Tue, 12 May 2026 03:53:57 +0000 Firecracker (Sharan) 2412745@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p><div>Your new outfit formula is fresh and fun, Angie! The skirt is a great find for you. The pants are super with the sweatshirt, too.&nbsp;</div><div>This formula and your excitement remind me of my outfit formula discovery last summer: shorts and a blazer, which became my summer uniform. (It will continue this year!)</div> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/so%e2%80%a6if-leggings-are-out%e2%80%a6#post-2412744 Tue, 12 May 2026 03:47:56 +0000 Carol 2412744@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Tunics are beautiful, but often awkward on me. I like the options Angie presented. I have been drawn to the traditional Indian ones lately.</p> <p>How about...I don't know, with joggers or harem pants, tucked into tall boots. Or ripped boyfriend jeans. Or a good pair of skinny jeans. with any shoes. Or cropped pants with interesting hem detail.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/new-outfit-formula-skirt/page/2#post-2412743 Tue, 12 May 2026 03:40:29 +0000 Carol 2412743@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>ha ha, killer. and one of my favorite silhouettes. loving the dainty loafers with that skirt.</p> <p>I have been looking at tan skirts, as well. Chicos had a great wheat-colored one, much similar to the smock-waisted ones featured on the&nbsp; blog today. But alas, it is selling out...my size is gone..&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/met-gala-snapshot#post-2412742 Tue, 12 May 2026 02:36:38 +0000 Carol 2412742@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Yes, such fun stuff, and I am continuing to watch a few minutes here and there of the program. And a strong theme this year: Fashion is Art.</p> <p>Janet--I love C. Siriano, especially because he makes affordable lines, as well. I have a pair of Payless heels by him that are still going strong, years later.</p> <p>Staysfit--I'm sure this has been an issue for years that has been neglected. I have seen adaptable fashion, but more at like, the Macy's level, not high fashion. And it seems that Burke is ushering in more high fashion looks.</p> <p>Roberta--I did not see that interview, but maybe I will. When you say "educating photographers," I am guessing she meant they should crouch and shoot at her level, rather than point the camera down. Her organization, Tilting the Lens, seems to be a clever reference to that.</p> <p>I remember learning years ago, when I studied special education, that you should crouch or sit in a chair when having a conversation with someone in a wheelchair. Because otherwise it is a strain on their necks all day!&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/angie-allison-bornstein-and-the-forum-a-reset#post-2412741 Tue, 12 May 2026 02:23:58 +0000 Carol 2412741@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>actually, i love the term "fashion-forward," because it brings a strong image to mind, whereas words like "elegant" are more general. maybe some other words for the same term would be: avant-garde, experimental, intrepid, risky, risk-taker.&nbsp;</p> <p> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/new-outfit-formula-skirt/page/2#post-2412740 Tue, 12 May 2026 02:15:28 +0000 Bonnie 2412740@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Your new big skirt looks fabulous. I added a new one this year, too. I really like the way you style your new skirt with sweatshirts, pearls, and pretty flats. &nbsp;I've been wearing mine with blazers, pearls, and Mary Jane shoes.&nbsp;</p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiws-from-a-busy-week#post-2412739 Tue, 12 May 2026 02:08:45 +0000 Aquamarine 2412739@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Great bunch of outfits! Can’t pick a favorite, but I’m exhausted hearing about your post-retirement lifestyle Bet you’re the best dressed in all your activities. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/putting-it-into-practice--recent-wiws#post-2412736 Tue, 12 May 2026 00:01:37 +0000 LJP 2412736@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Thank you, <b>Joyce,</b> for your always thoughtful comments. &nbsp;I didn't *see* a leg-lengthening effect from the ON jeans, but that's probably and precisely why they made me feel more *elegant*. &nbsp;I'm apparently shrinking, and any additional height I can get the illusion of, the better.</p> <p>Thank you, <b>Sally and Helena</b> &nbsp; I always appreciate your comments too, <b>Lyn67 - </b>we usually like the same things , I've noticed.</p> <p><b>umfrumped </b>- you and I are always on the same page :). And yes, when pieces aren't representing or aligning with the style goal, the outfit won't feel right . &nbsp;</p> <p>And thank you all for the <b>bomber love -</b> I actually bought this jacket in another colour way too - in a gorgeous solid chartreuse silk, and for some reason I can't remember, I don't own it anymore. &nbsp;That's the first time I've ever duplicated anything at that price level and I'm not sorry I did. &nbsp; &nbsp;</p> <p>I'm tempted to see if the ON jeans come in a darker wash for fall..... </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw---back-in-jeans#post-2412735 Mon, 11 May 2026 23:25:35 +0000 Jaime 2412735@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Great jeans and blue and brown is always a winning combination. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw---floral-shorts-again#post-2412734 Mon, 11 May 2026 23:24:53 +0000 Jaime 2412734@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Fun shorts and nice look! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw---back-in-jeans#post-2412733 Mon, 11 May 2026 23:00:32 +0000 Tina 2412733@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Love the T-shirt! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw---back-in-jeans#post-2412732 Mon, 11 May 2026 22:17:49 +0000 slim cat 2412732@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Perfect western look! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/putting-it-into-practice--recent-wiws#post-2412731 Mon, 11 May 2026 20:51:39 +0000 Joyce 2412731@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>You look six feet tall in the ON jeans; they create a great line. I agree, the barrels have their place but are more casual; great for a day of lounging around or simply enjoying life outside.<br />As Carla said, the hair style you chose is the perfect topper. It will take some time and a stylist who is with you but will be well worth it in the end. It will either need a tweak or be the cat's pajamas, nothing to loose.<br />With the support of your edited pieces you will enjoy every day of this journey. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw---back-in-jeans#post-2412730 Mon, 11 May 2026 20:45:26 +0000 Lisa 2412730@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Hello.</p> <p>I'm back in jeans today since the temperature only reached low 60sF. Quite the contrast from yesterday's 80F+ temperatures!</p> <p>To brighten up a colder spring day, I paired a white button up shirt that I picked up this season from local consignment. I paired it with a brown graphic tee from Amazon that's a few years old, dark wash Lucky Brand Stevie flares which are also new this season and brown cowgirl boots that are 13 years old. I added the hat for the photos, but left it off while WFH. :)</p> <p>Thanks for looking! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/earthy-ish-spring#post-2412729 Mon, 11 May 2026 20:38:11 +0000 slim cat 2412729@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Fun successful project - great results! I love #1, #4 and #10 ( burgundy is great color to add some contrast ).&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw---floral-shorts-again#post-2412728 Mon, 11 May 2026 20:37:30 +0000 Lisa 2412728@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p><b>Angie</b> - Yes, jeans are back today (in <a rel="nofollow" href="https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw---back-in-jeans?replies=1#post-2412730">this WIW</a>). Of course with some cowgirl boots. :)</p> <p><b>Inge</b> - These printed shorts are fun to wear and add so much interest to an outfit without any layering, perfect for a warm day! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/putting-it-into-practice--recent-wiws#post-2412727 Mon, 11 May 2026 20:18:50 +0000 Sal 2412727@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Great outfits with perfect accessorising. The full length jeans are an excellent fit. And the bomber is a hero piece. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/earthy-ish-spring#post-2412726 Mon, 11 May 2026 18:38:21 +0000 lyn67 2412726@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Great outfits here! Love your earthy spring outfits-espcially the burgundy with tans and whites&amp; the hat, of course:-))!! My fave are nr 10&amp;12-and you did such a great job with dyeing-pants in nr 12 have the PPL to my eyes-what for a new hem? </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/putting-it-into-practice--recent-wiws#post-2412725 Mon, 11 May 2026 18:30:17 +0000 lyn67 2412725@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>These outfits seem to be so cohesive, I really like to see them on you!&nbsp;<br />You&nbsp;have some great workhorses here like the barrels, the new jeans, the tee, the car-coat, the ballet flats, the cross body bag. Also the bomber and the beads are some statement pieces&nbsp; which will empower any outfit -and all seems so efortless when you stick to your new&nbsp; color palette and the fashion words you chosed. Well done, Lisa! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/new-outfit-formula-skirt/page/2#post-2412724 Mon, 11 May 2026 18:07:57 +0000 lyn67 2412724@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Love the new skirt, Angie-and it has pockets!!! Wow! So much gorgeousness, here!!! Not only the killer skirted outfits, but all included: great hair, fab specs, elegant pearls, genuine smile, trendy shoes and some cheeky little doggies!&nbsp; So humbled for being mentioned as a skirt wearer inspiration... You bet will be wearing a serious blush and a mischievous smile now all evening to the end of the day....&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/met-gala-snapshot#post-2412723 Mon, 11 May 2026 17:39:29 +0000 MsMaven 2412723@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Thanks for posting these wonderful photos. Both of these women look gorgeous!&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiws-from-a-busy-week#post-2412722 Mon, 11 May 2026 17:32:22 +0000 Roberta 2412722@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>That maroon/wine dress looks sooo good on you. Perfect length and color. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/met-gala-snapshot#post-2412721 Mon, 11 May 2026 17:29:57 +0000 Roberta 2412721@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Sinead Burke had a really interesting interview that night on what the Gala and fashion have done (and not done) for the disabled. I mean, those stairs LOOK great, but half of the women can barely make it up them. But many lines are showing models with disabilities occasionally. You could also see her politely educating the photographers on how to shoot a small person or someone in a wheelchair.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiws-from-a-busy-week#post-2412720 Mon, 11 May 2026 17:18:45 +0000 MsMaven 2412720@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I love those pants on you! Of course they are solid out!&nbsp;<div><br /></div><div>I don’t know how you do it, but I love watching your busy life with your wonderful wardrobe.&nbsp;</div> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw---floral-shorts-again#post-2412719 Mon, 11 May 2026 17:06:08 +0000 Inge 2412719@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>How fun are those shorts! Beautiful with the navy V-neck tee and belt here! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/new-outfit-formula-skirt#post-2412718 Mon, 11 May 2026 17:05:29 +0000 Angie 2412718@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p><b>Jenni</b>, to have delighted the Sassy Shoemaker's Elf makes me smile :)&nbsp;</p> <p><b>Debbie</b>, thank you so much! Look forward to your version in the Autumn :)</p> <p><b>ChristalJ</b>, such kind and gracious words! Thanks very much for the complimentary analysis, and hope we become RL tie-dye top twinsies :)&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiws-from-a-busy-week#post-2412717 Mon, 11 May 2026 16:43:17 +0000 Bonnie 2412717@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>You are a busy lady and always beautifully dressed for the occasion. &nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wearing-the-fab-finds-and-a-bag-question#post-2412716 Mon, 11 May 2026 15:58:14 +0000 LJP 2412716@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>There was an outlet store here very briefly a few years ago . I don’t think I ever went in . I do like having this new info/ resource though ! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/putting-it-into-practice--recent-wiws#post-2412715 Mon, 11 May 2026 15:43:30 +0000 Helena 2412715@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Nailed it! SO good and absolutely "you". Coveting the ballet flats! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/putting-it-into-practice--recent-wiws#post-2412714 Mon, 11 May 2026 15:37:36 +0000 unfrumped 2412714@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Great insights! I love the ON jeans. I am askeert to use the term “ classic” lest it be too boring, but the FIT , including length, has elegance, to my eye. That doesn’t mean that an outfit as a whole can’t be fashion-forward, nor that some other styles of pants that you also like might be more notably fashion-forward , but just a good thing to note, that these jeans provide you with a necessary element.<br /> So, haha, my fave jeans this past year or so are also ON! In addition, they are more trendy for ME ( and my environmental norm) because they are somewhat wide—the ON OG loose. I could really use a slightly slimmer straight style as well because my target IS to look a bit more “ timeless” and I don’t want a large jeans capsule, so want to look for that ( but SO many jeans to try on). Mine are in about the same wash as yours though I was planning to buy a dark wash— for some unknown reason, the fits were different in different washes( I know fabric content could be different, but it was still weird). I found the lighter blue to be unexpectedly useful in winter as I wear browns but more taupey shades- important because it’s too hot for jeans here in summer. </p> <p>I’ve tried numerous barrels and have given that style the ix-nay, also all wide crops. I do wear ankle- length if straight or a very slight taper, or BF if not low-rise. I think related to a combination of torso &amp; leg length plus I can’t routinely wear low- profile/ pointy/ dainty footwear anymore for everyday occasions , and do not like the look of my lace-up sporty shoes with wide crops. </p> <p> So- you are on to something to try to see how your outfits hit your target look, and which elements of it do that, and what items- tops, bottoms, toppers- are hardest to “ get it” vs easier. I sometimes find I have finally put an “ ideal” outfit together but it seemed so HARD—so partly a sign that some wardrobe items are not closely enough aligned with this in-my-head goal that they are not versatile enough to work easily—like maybe the planets have to align for the right weather and occasion for a particular combination that lets the shirt work, or the pants, or whatever. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wearing-the-fab-finds-and-a-bag-question#post-2412713 Mon, 11 May 2026 15:15:36 +0000 Suz 2412713@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p><b>LJP</b>, Ecco's bags almost always go on sale at some point in the season. Not sure when, exactly. Thank you for the Kate Spade reference! </p> <p><b>Angie,</b> these blue ones are gorgeous! I love them all. Alas, we have no Ecco stores any more so I probably can't try one in person but I can order one to try. Such a pretty colour.&nbsp;</p> <p><b>Kyle, </b>thank you for the suggestions -- i will check them out.&nbsp;</p> <p><b>slim cat,</b> thanks! I did try out a nylon bag this weekend for a short casual trip and it did help.&nbsp;</p> <p><b>Aquamarine,</b> I think crossbody is usually more comfortable, too. It is because of the surgery I have had -- I have a metal plate in my shoulder and the bag strap can rub it the wrong way.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wearing-the-fab-finds-and-a-bag-question#post-2412712 Mon, 11 May 2026 14:25:07 +0000 LJP 2412712@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>What ?? Ecco does bags ? I have spent more than a few hours searching for a pale blue bag to replace one I have . These are pretty $$ in Cdn but very tempting . Ok I’m now on their Cdn website and there they are - I love all 3 . That said , I came home with a blue with silver hardware bag from Kate Spare which was more in my price range . </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/new-outfit-formula-skirt#post-2412711 Mon, 11 May 2026 14:09:14 +0000 ChristelJ 2412711@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>You look fantastic in all these! It’s wonderful how you can take a dressy piece like a light colored pleated skirt and make it so charmingly wearable and user-friendly. &nbsp;It’s a perfect length and perfect foil to the fun sweatshirts. Love the sweatshirts with the elegant pants, too.&nbsp;<div><br /></div><div>The tie-dye top outfit is slaying me! One of my favorite combos of yours ever. There’s something so witty about the blend of boho and preppy, and oh those gold shoes! Wow. &nbsp; &nbsp;</div> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wearing-the-fab-finds-and-a-bag-question#post-2412710 Mon, 11 May 2026 14:00:52 +0000 Angie 2412710@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p><b>Suz,</b> I was shopping at ECCO with a client, and of all places - they have KILLER bags! I have my eye on the Bowling Bag in the pink.&nbsp;<b></b>It occurred to me that the style might work for you, since you can clutch the handles. The light blue has silver hardware. It is GORGEOUS!<b></b></p> <p><a rel="nofollow" href="https://us.ecco.com/product/ecco-bowling-bag/9108445/90250?gclsrc=aw.ds&amp;gad_source=1&amp;gad_campaignid=23552906328&amp;gbraid=0AAAAAD9piRrWHK638norQsdEwwgoHrp4s&amp;gclid=EAIaIQobChMI74r-1LGxlAMVRiatBh2Rnxi1EAQYASABEgJGhvD_BwE">https://us.ecco.com/product/ec.....38;gad_cam</a></p> <p>Here's body belt bag that hangs differently. Look at the light blue:</p> <p><a rel="nofollow" href="https://us.ecco.com/product/ecco-fortune-bag-medium/9108320/90784">https://us.ecco.com/product/ec.....8320/90784</a></p> <p>And this little darling:</p> <p><a rel="nofollow" href="https://us.ecco.com/product/ecco-pinch-bag-large/9108104/90784?_gl=1*1k03udz*_up*MQ..*_gs*MQ..&amp;gclid=EAIaIQobChMI74r-1LGxlAMVRiatBh2Rnxi1EAQYASABEgJGhvD_BwE&amp;gclsrc=aw.ds&amp;gbraid=0AAAAAD9piRrWHK638norQsdEwwgoHrp4s"><a href="https://us.ecco.com/product/ecco-pinch-bag-large/9108104/90784?_gl=1*1k03udz*_up*MQ" rel="nofollow">https://us.ecco.com/product/ec.....udz*_up*MQ</a>..*_gs*MQ..&amp;g</a></p> </p>