https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/2018-essentials-1 Style Advice for Fashion Lovers en-US Sat, 18 Apr 2026 00:09:10 +0000 http://bbpress.org/?v=1.0.2 q https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/search.php https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/2018-essentials-1#post-1888037 Sat, 10 Feb 2018 13:52:59 +0000 unfrumped 1888037@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Staysfit, I guess I’m not sure.<br /> Because I don’t wear s typical topper, I wear some kind of necklace almost every day unless neckline doesn’t allow, such as cowl neck. Some are fairly simple and not what is typically called a “ statement necklace “, and I repeat them. So yes, I could “ leave the house” without one. Maybe they are “ essential to my style “ but not true Essentials. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/2018-essentials-1#post-1888019 Sat, 10 Feb 2018 11:08:30 +0000 Staysfit 1888019@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Are your necklaces essentials or are they the statement pieces that add some flair to your outfits? I wear necklaces, earrings, bangles, scarves, a watch, etc. For my essentials, I only included jewelry that I would wear everyday, that serves as a backdrop for the rest of my wardrobe. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/2018-essentials-1#post-1888013 Sat, 10 Feb 2018 10:22:12 +0000 jussie 1888013@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Rachylou maybe your style is still in a stage of rapid evolution so you haven’t yet narrowed it down to any specific tops?<br /> Unfrumped: I love your essentials list; very well planned. I also can relate to wanting to have a “light coloured capsule” and a “dark coloured capsule” eg footwear and toppers to go with a light beige-ish skirt or dark skirt.... I still am not quite there... I’m pretty heavily reliant on navy blue and black. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/2018-essentials-1#post-1888010 Sat, 10 Feb 2018 09:43:33 +0000 rachylou 1888010@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Because I’m all about me, lol, the first thing I notice is how short MY list is! Lolol. I’m a bear of small brain. Apparently my style is slap it over a pair of leggings and under a puffy. Hahaha!</p> <p>No, I really do think I need to reconsider my life. How can I have no essential tops? </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/2018-essentials-1#post-1887953 Sat, 10 Feb 2018 03:33:23 +0000 unfrumped 1887953@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Torontogirl, maybe so! Some things are actually so specific in reality that I don’t have even s bead on replacement for what I’m wearing now, should the items wear out.<br /> I do think it’s helpful for the shopping list— comparing a random interesting find with, does this fit the description of what I’ve been saying I actually NEED to have to get dressed? Of course something could be a statement piece, but that should be identifiable and then evaluated. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/2018-essentials-1#post-1887880 Fri, 09 Feb 2018 22:48:25 +0000 Helena 1887880@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Great list! I had the same thought as The Cat (which I learned as I had done the same - had a category rather than a specific type of item). Great that you are drilling down a little more specifically; I'm sure you'll find that helpful. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/2018-essentials-1#post-1887724 Fri, 09 Feb 2018 12:49:37 +0000 unfrumped 1887724@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>The Cat, yes, that’s a good point; I’m thinking how to be more specific vs naming an exact item.<br /> So for necklaceces, 2 main types: short ~16” silver- pewter- gray , or long rope- like.<br /> For pencil skirts, 2 “ colors” are essential: dark colors-black or dark tweedy or florals that blend well with dark tights and footwear for winter, and lighter colors with beige or nude elements, as in a lighter tweed that make a LOW contrast with nude leg and lighter footwear for summer.<br /> Tops I tried to address, are all about the silhouette and lengths, to work with different bottoms. Longer, shorter, boxier, straight or curved.<br /> I could add jeans in dark wash, straight, great if work full- length or rolled, and lightweight woven pants such as chino type or modern version. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/2018-essentials-1#post-1887713 Fri, 09 Feb 2018 11:52:25 +0000 The Cat 1887713@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Great list, good job. However, I wonder if it would be an advantage to be more specific, at least for some categories. For example, are all your necklaces really essentials? Or are you able to identify one or two lengths/materials/colours which you wouldn't be without? </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/2018-essentials-1#post-1887657 Fri, 09 Feb 2018 03:48:48 +0000 unfrumped 1887657@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I may have to evolve these this year if things don’t fit right, but:</p> <p>Black (or navy sub’d in, usually randomly when navy is only color but sometimes duplicating) pants in several styles:<br /> — full length straight or slight bootcut, including ones in warm- ish fabrics<br /> -slim slightly tapered full- length<br /> — straight ankle/ crop<br /> —high-waisted pleat<br /> Pencil skirts- knee length<br /> Longer swirly skirts, not- quite- midi: wintry weights with tights </p> <p>Gray knit tops in several lengths, fits, fabrics- cashmere, merino, rayon, linen - for different bottoms and seasons<br /> Ditto above in black, burgundy, cool blush or colors such as teal, olive, raspberry when I can find them.<br /> Curved hem knit tops, low hip length<br /> “ Silky “ woven blouses with necklines that don’t fight with blazers and with hems that look ok untucked, to make 3-piece “ outfits work.<br /> Dressy or fine gauge knit T style tops.<br /> Belts that lie fairly flat - Hipsi and various leather belts I’ve collected with slim flat buckles<br /> Black ankle/ short boots with very slim fit at the leg—a HEWI- need replacement for my Munros- needed to work under straight pants and with skirts<br /> Other booties for when above fit isn’t essential<br /> Loafers, lower- vamped- black with tights and black longer pants, , but medium colors preferred for other situations for lower contrast<br /> Ankle-strap closed toe flats- black, navy— these are what I prefer to wear with cropped pants so have become essential to enjoying “ short pants”<br /> Gray footwear<br /> Suede booties, loafers &amp; flats for foot comfort<br /> AGL cap toe flats<br /> Blazers that don’t look frumpy- sharp shoulder fit, slight waist definition, mostly in longer lengths for pants<br /> Non- blazer indoor toppers such as utility or safari jackets, some V cardigans.<br /> Sleeveless silk collared blouses for layering under cardigans and some pullovers<br /> Tights- extensive collection: sheer nude, opaque, fleece. Used with skirts and under pants. These are “basics “actually, but opaque/ fleece tights in black, gray and burgundy are visually prominent with winter wear and with specific footwear<br /> Necklaces<br /> That’s a stab at it anyway! </p>