https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/forum/everything-else Style Advice for Fashion Lovers en-US Wed, 06 May 2026 09:46:48 +0000 http://bbpress.org/?v=1.0.2 q https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/search.php https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/whos-watching-the-met-gala-entrances#post-2412384 Wed, 06 May 2026 02:03:34 +0000 Sal 2412384@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Ms Maven - I am pleased the costumes provided some entertainment on a challenging day.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p> <p>I too had some conflict about the gala, in the current climate, with the main sponsor.&nbsp; I think ultimately the money is going to a good cause which is a positive.</p> <p>Some of my favourites were Chase Infiniti (it looked comfortable as a bonus), Coleman Domingo (always good) and Hayley Bieber.&nbsp; Venus Williams and Janelle Monae were also clever as was Heidi Klum.&nbsp; Less keen on the more naked ones.... </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/whos-watching-the-met-gala-entrances#post-2412383 Wed, 06 May 2026 01:57:25 +0000 Carla 2412383@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I listened to some interesting podcasts about the pros and cons of ‘supporting’ the Met gala via consuming the reports and images of the thing, and decided that I would look at some sites that featured the outfits/costumes - as well as the alternative events and galas that occurred as counterpoints.</p> <p>It really hit hard how far some North American celebrities have gone to alter their appearances in search of an ideal that evades me. &nbsp;Some were unrecognizable, and some frankly ghastly! &nbsp;</p> <div><br /></div><div>I actually liked the simpler, fashion oriented dresses - ones you might be able to walk in and that might be reasonably comfortable. &nbsp;Of the costume-y outfits, Inliked Katy Perry’s the best, and like <b>Janet,&nbsp;</b>Gwendolyn Christie. &nbsp;A trend that seems to be growing, it was the men who wowed me the most! &nbsp;Connor Storie brought tears to my eyes. &nbsp;</div></p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/east-coasters-nyc-gathering-brainstorm#post-2412382 Wed, 06 May 2026 01:12:07 +0000 Angie 2412382@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Thanks, everyone! Appreciate your input :)&nbsp;</p> <p>I won't be able to please everyone with the dates, I'm afraid :(&nbsp;</p> <p><b>Janet, kkards, Tanya, Lisa, Jaime </b>and <b>AJ! HOPE to see you!!!&nbsp;</b></p> <p>My own preference is for September as June feels too soon, and Autumn shopping is a better bet at this point. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/east-coasters-nyc-gathering-brainstorm#post-2412377 Wed, 06 May 2026 00:56:45 +0000 AJ 2412377@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I was hoping you would post about this soon!<br /> I would love to attend! My preference is the first weekend in October, but I will try my best to make whatever dates you decide. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/east-coasters-nyc-gathering-brainstorm#post-2412376 Wed, 06 May 2026 00:24:02 +0000 Tanya 2412376@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I would love to be able to come. June or October would be easier for me. September would depend on when, as i am supposed to travel the first half of the month.<br /> I also agree that it makes sense to make Saturday the big day. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/whos-watching-the-met-gala-entrances#post-2412375 Wed, 06 May 2026 00:12:20 +0000 Helena 2412375@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Could barely take my eyes off Connor and Hudson - IYKYK :D</p> <p>But there were some beautiful pieces. What I've really enjoyed is seeing various smaller art galleries posting various looks alongside the works in their galleries! The McMichael Gallery here in Ontario did a particularly lovely one if I do say so myself </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/whos-watching-the-met-gala-entrances#post-2412371 Wed, 06 May 2026 00:02:25 +0000 DonnaF 2412371@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>MsMaven: So glad the Met Gala was diverting, at least for a little while.</p> <p>But one thing I've never been able to figure out: Do these women all have bladders of steel? How do they go to the loo? And where do they change? Most of the outfits look like one can't sit down in them, much less fit in any type of vehicle particularly when worn. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/east-coasters-nyc-gathering-brainstorm#post-2412369 Tue, 05 May 2026 23:44:49 +0000 Janet 2412369@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>The best month for me is September — or the first weekend in October (after that I will be in Japan for a month). June could possibly work, but might be trickier than September. </p> <p>I would love to be there if scheduling works out! I’m way overdue for a NYC visit, and I know this will be so much fun. Thank you for asking our input! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/east-coasters-nyc-gathering-brainstorm#post-2412368 Tue, 05 May 2026 23:44:37 +0000 Lisa 2412368@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Like<b> kkards</b>, I am also crossing my fingers I can make this work. I agree with the idea of Saturday being a big day and a bonus day of Friday. I'd love to do some fall shopping with everyone! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/east-coasters-nyc-gathering-brainstorm#post-2412364 Tue, 05 May 2026 23:22:21 +0000 kkards 2412364@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Oh crossing my fingers I can make this work!!! September is almost impossible for me, October would be ideal. June is a possibility.<br /> So excited </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/east-coasters-nyc-gathering-brainstorm#post-2412361 Tue, 05 May 2026 22:59:06 +0000 Jaime 2412361@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Exciting! If the stars align... </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/east-coasters-nyc-gathering-brainstorm#post-2412360 Tue, 05 May 2026 22:57:40 +0000 Angie 2412360@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Excellent <b>Stella </b>and <b>Emily</b>! Love the ideas.</p> <p><b>Stella </b>as NYC local, I'm love you to take the lead with me :)&nbsp;</p> <p>Let's maybe make SATURDAY the big day, and throw in FRIDAY as the bonus day - cause I plan be in NYC for a few days!&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/east-coasters-nyc-gathering-brainstorm#post-2412358 Tue, 05 May 2026 22:49:33 +0000 aloha emily 2412358@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>HOORAY!!! SO EXCITED!! Any of those months sound fabulous! Fall shopping might be especially fun? It will be so fun to meet other Fabbers, and i would LOVE to look at fall fashion with your brilliant eye, Angie!! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/east-coasters-nyc-gathering-brainstorm#post-2412357 Tue, 05 May 2026 22:49:32 +0000 stella 2412357@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Yay, NYC will be KILLER too!! For me, June, Sept or early October could work. I think Saturday is best, with Friday as a close second. </p> <p>Fifth Avenue south of 23rd has all of the major retailers and then could lead us down into the boutiques of the village and SoHo. Just an idea! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/whos-watching-the-met-gala-entrances#post-2412355 Tue, 05 May 2026 22:43:57 +0000 Jaime 2412355@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I am glad you drew comfort from looking at the pictures Ms. Maven. I enjoyed looking at the photos from the Met Gala also, and while I understand the feeling behind boycott I don't really see (for me) the point of avoiding the online coverage. I was particularly intrigued by Bad Bunny's choice to dress as himself as a much older man. That was true fashion as art in the sense of thought provoking visual presentation.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/east-coasters-nyc-gathering-brainstorm#post-2412351 Tue, 05 May 2026 22:04:16 +0000 Angie 2412351@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>The exceptionally KILLER Seattle gatherings celebrating 20 years of YLF are behind us. They exceeded my high expectations and were sooooo awesome! Onward to NYC.</p> <p>I'm grateful for your thoughts and guidance, please :)&nbsp;</p> <p><u>Timing:</u> I'm thinking <b>June</b> or <b>Sept. </b>Possibly&nbsp;<b></b><b>Oct. Which month is best?&nbsp;</b></p> <p><b></b><u>Days of the week</u><b>: Friday, Saturday </b>and possibly <b>Sunday. </b>What do you think?&nbsp;</p> <p><i><u></u></i><u>Locals and NYC aficionados:</u>&nbsp;I've been to NYC more times than I can count, but it's been 13 years since I was last there! I no longer know it as well as I used to. I will need - and greatly appreciate!!! - your help organizing the gathering there. Where to stay, eat, shop, look, and walk!&nbsp;</p> <p><b>All Fabbers welcome</b>! </p> <p>Let the planning begin. Bring on your thoughts xo</p> <p><b></b> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/whos-watching-the-met-gala-entrances#post-2412339 Tue, 05 May 2026 20:04:09 +0000 MsMaven 2412339@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Thank you Nuancedream! I love looking at these photos--so much color and happy faces. And for the most part, far more wearable!</p> <p>I do like Venus Williams outfit--I've gone back to look at it a couple of times. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/whos-watching-the-met-gala-entrances#post-2412313 Tue, 05 May 2026 16:00:56 +0000 nuancedream 2412313@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>MsMaven: I am very sorry for your loss of your sister and son. Also, I hope you have a quick recovery from your tooth extraction. I took a cursory glance at some Met Gala pics and was blown away by some of the outfits. Beyoncé and Venus Williams were standouts. More entertaining for me was Mr. ND's insights. His catty commenting claws were fully sharpened.</p> <p>The best fashion wasn't at the Met Gala, it was in Brooklyn on Sunday at the People's Ball:</p> <p>As Met Gala draws criticism, Brooklyn’s 2026 People’s Ball celebrates inclusivity • Brooklyn Paper <a href="https://share.google/YbGefsnsQK10uZx6w" rel="nofollow">https://share.google/YbGefsnsQK10uZx6w</a> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/whos-watching-the-met-gala-entrances#post-2412300 Tue, 05 May 2026 14:05:36 +0000 Angie 2412300@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p><b>MsMaven,</b> I was working late and caught up with the OUTRAGEOUS outfits this morning. They are quite something!! I was entertained with you :)&nbsp;</p> <p>Glad the show effectively took your mind off your sore mouth and heart breaking memories. Bless Sharkie, and take care. xo </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/adjustable-pant-hem-clips#post-2412281 Tue, 05 May 2026 12:57:44 +0000 Helena 2412281@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Janet, this exact conundrum came up this morning ... I have a pair of pants that I want to adjust sometimes, by about an inch. If you do find anything that works, please share! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/whos-watching-the-met-gala-entrances#post-2412279 Tue, 05 May 2026 12:33:44 +0000 LJP 2412279@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I'm sorry for the loss of your sister and son. &nbsp;I understand the entertainment value of this event . </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/adjustable-pant-hem-clips#post-2412276 Tue, 05 May 2026 11:48:10 +0000 Janet 2412276@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>You know what? My sister gave me a set of tiny scarf/hijab magnets. They’ve been great for holding a lapel or blouse in place, and I could see them working for sort of ruching up the back hem of a pair of trousers if the fabrication allows. You know, in the cases where cuffing doesn’t work. It might be worth a little experiment! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/whos-watching-the-met-gala-entrances#post-2412269 Tue, 05 May 2026 11:29:02 +0000 Janet 2412269@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I’m very sorry for your loss. I hope the diversion helped you feel better.</p> <p>I’m mildly entertained by some of the photos I see from the event, but celebrity culture has worn really thin for me — I could happily live the rest of my life if I never heard of a Kardashian again — so it’s lost a lot of appeal. There are some interesting interpretations of the theme, but a lot of them seem to be designed more for shock value than actual creativity.</p> <p>That said, I thought Beyoncé’s skeleton dress was pretty fantastic. I thought it fit the theme and balanced art and fashion the most effectively of all the looks of the night that I saw. And Gwendolyn Christie looked like she was having a blast with it (apparently her partner was the designer of her dress). </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/whos-watching-the-met-gala-entrances#post-2412267 Tue, 05 May 2026 10:29:08 +0000 Jenni NZ 2412267@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I hope that you did get pleasure from it Ms Maven. I saw an article about it in my online paper today and while I drove to a class this evening it was discussed on the radio. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/whos-watching-the-met-gala-entrances#post-2412264 Tue, 05 May 2026 06:04:23 +0000 MsMaven 2412264@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Tonight I am mourning the loss of my sister and rthe anniversary of the loss of my son. It isn’t a political event. This show has brought me a lot of pleasure.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/whos-watching-the-met-gala-entrances#post-2412263 Tue, 05 May 2026 04:26:23 +0000 MsMaven 2412263@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Indigo: I had my wisdom teeth removed when I was in my 30s and my husband much later, in his 60s. I'm not sure I can help much. It used to be much more of a routine thing to do. I'm sure a lot has changed now.</p> <p>My recent extraction was because I had some decay under a filling. It was tooth #15, so won't show a gap, so I won't have a crown put in. I've had a couple of other extractions--not fun--and had a post put in so I now have 2 crowns.&nbsp;</p> <p>Dental care like this is so expensive! We are lucky because DH's work supplied us with very good dental care.&nbsp;</p> <p>If I can answer more specific questions I will be glad to do so. Dental care is so much better now but so expensive!</p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/whos-watching-the-met-gala-entrances#post-2412257 Tue, 05 May 2026 01:29:32 +0000 LJP 2412257@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I’m with those who boycott or don’t participate in Met Gala viewership / posts etc. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/whos-watching-the-met-gala-entrances#post-2412254 Tue, 05 May 2026 01:18:49 +0000 Indigoprint 2412254@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Kind of interested in the Meta, but more in your tooth extraction....l am over 65 and have to get a wisdom tooth removed. Would be interested in your experience. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/whos-watching-the-met-gala-entrances#post-2412231 Mon, 04 May 2026 23:32:26 +0000 MsMaven 2412231@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>New York Times is keeping us updated. I'm having a lot of fun watching--I don't remember doing this before--I usually look at &nbsp;selection of photos later. However, today I'm recovering from a tooth extraction and have to take it easy. A great way to recover--sitting on my sofa with my cat, Sharkie, who has absolutely no interest in fashion.</p> <p>Some fabulous looks! Venus Williams--Wow. Just Wow.&nbsp;</p> <p><a rel="nofollow" href="https://www.nytimes.com/2026/05/04/style/met-gala-red-carpet-photos.html">https://www.nytimes.com/2026/0.....hotos.html</a> </p> <p>The dress code is Fashion is Art.</p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/adjustable-pant-hem-clips#post-2412139 Mon, 04 May 2026 15:25:01 +0000 Roberta 2412139@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I bought an inexpensive sewing machine last year just to get my pants the right length, and it has now paid for itself. I couldn't bear to spend $20 at the drycleaners anymore. I only wear flats, so once I get the length right, I'm set. And it's NEVER right straight off the rack. </p>