https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/76-out-for-a-belated-co-birthday-celebration Style Advice for Fashion Lovers en-US Tue, 19 May 2026 01:37:43 +0000 http://bbpress.org/?v=1.0.2 q https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/search.php https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/76-out-for-a-belated-co-birthday-celebration/page/2#post-1691799 Sat, 09 Jul 2016 21:40:00 +0000 Ornella 1691799@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Lisa, the colours of this top -- on you -- are divine. I actually said one loud WOW when I clicked on the photos. These are the sort of colours that would wash me out completely, but you owe them. It's such a joy to see the person in the right-for-them colours.&nbsp;<br />I also love the sharpness that both your white jeans and that amazing black jacket add. 10/10!<br />And happy belated birthday lovely lady. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/76-out-for-a-belated-co-birthday-celebration/page/2#post-1691294 Fri, 08 Jul 2016 21:49:45 +0000 Anonymous 1691294@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Z - it's a very dry lipstick (one of those long wear formulas). &nbsp;It needs the gloss &nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/76-out-for-a-belated-co-birthday-celebration/page/2#post-1691281 Fri, 08 Jul 2016 21:03:16 +0000 Zibbets 1691281@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Thanks, Lisa! Aren't you clever to top a pretty color with a gloss?&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/76-out-for-a-belated-co-birthday-celebration/page/2#post-1691041 Fri, 08 Jul 2016 14:02:05 +0000 Karie 1691041@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>In the photo, it looks like your eyes match the green in your beautiful shirt. I hear you on flowy tops, too - there is a fine line between flowy and tent. This one looks flowy, though, and not tent-like. And I also had to chuckle at how you wore heels on purpose - I do things like that too!</p> <p>Happy Birthday to you and your girlfriends! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/76-out-for-a-belated-co-birthday-celebration/page/2#post-1690951 Fri, 08 Jul 2016 07:30:00 +0000 Cococat 1690951@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I love a sharp jacket over a flowy top. You've done it to perfection here.</p> <p>Happy belated birthday! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/76-out-for-a-belated-co-birthday-celebration/page/2#post-1690777 Thu, 07 Jul 2016 23:07:01 +0000 Anonymous 1690777@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Zibbets - it was CoverGirl Outlast in phantom pink topped with a little Bite gloss in Honey. &nbsp;</p> <p>Well , I have to say I am pleasantly surprised for the love for this look. &nbsp;I'll have to wear it more often. I was ready to put the top into the donate pile, but I'm convinced otherwise....Thanks all! &nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/76-out-for-a-belated-co-birthday-celebration/page/2#post-1690773 Thu, 07 Jul 2016 22:43:48 +0000 Janet 1690773@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I love this outfit on you! I don't see tent, and I don't see thick arms (both of which I would see on me). That jacket is awesome. Love the colors in the top on you. I think I know what you mean about tops though -- I purged some overly tent-y summer tops from my closet over the last couple of years in favor of fits that are easy but not too voluminous. I'm feeling a bit thick these days and I'm a little sensitive to looking even bigger than I am.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/76-out-for-a-belated-co-birthday-celebration/page/2#post-1690768 Thu, 07 Jul 2016 22:26:49 +0000 Zibbets 1690768@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Lisa, this is dynamite. Absolutely 10 out of 10. I agree that the flowy top is perfect with the white skinnies, not tenty at all.</p> <p>Would you care to share the name of the lipstick you're wearing? Gorgeous. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/76-out-for-a-belated-co-birthday-celebration/page/2#post-1690746 Thu, 07 Jul 2016 21:42:35 +0000 Roxanna 1690746@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>So this is stunning on you. And the sharp shoulders somehow perfectly balance the tenty-ness of the top and reign it in. I have a Sandro leather jacket with big shoulders that hasn't looked right on me in a while, but you look so amazing in your Smythe jacket that you've inspired me to give it another try.</p> <p>The colours on that top are absolutely gorg on you! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/76-out-for-a-belated-co-birthday-celebration/page/2#post-1690743 Thu, 07 Jul 2016 21:39:25 +0000 kerlyn 1690743@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I agree with Jenn and Angie about the bra straps. It looks pretty, alluring, intentional. &nbsp;And you really do have an eye for color. &nbsp;So lovely on you!</p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/76-out-for-a-belated-co-birthday-celebration/page/2#post-1690655 Thu, 07 Jul 2016 17:44:47 +0000 Angie 1690655@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>(I'm out of town working with a client hence my delayed comments on the forum). </p> <p>Lisa, I love the way the pink bra straps become part of the top. That makes all the difference to me. This, I find alluring. Love the sharp shoulders too. The tight bottoms completely offset the tent-y top. Hair looks wonderful and another Killer look. You absolutely held your own with your friend. Much love to you. </p> <p>Going back home today. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/76-out-for-a-belated-co-birthday-celebration/page/2#post-1690641 Thu, 07 Jul 2016 16:49:28 +0000 Chris987 1690641@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Lisa I found that blue top in TJMaxx, but then found a find for it at Nordstrom Rack. The original price would have been too steep for me too....Vince is a pricey brand...I paid a little less than the price on&nbsp;&nbsp;the NR web site. I don't know if Winners does this.....TJMAXX stores have a section called "the runway" which is higher end designer pieces. I always look there but this is the first time I've ever bought anything...they tend to be really small sizes or the items that did not sell well from a designer line.</p> <p>For fabbers who shop in Boston, a new TJMaxx opened on Newbury Street a few months ago, supposedly one of the largest stores ever, and I heard that it had a very large "runway" department. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/76-out-for-a-belated-co-birthday-celebration/page/2#post-1690640 Thu, 07 Jul 2016 16:47:50 +0000 Angela K 1690640@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Lisap-I think you look great--arms and all--take this from a certified arm fanatic that is (unfortunately!) embracing her less than fabulous arms!&nbsp; I've tried everything and they just get bigger--firmer yes but we are talking can't fit a button up shirt big! So I've just accepted it and am wearing sleeveless and trying to pretend it doesn't matter--and you know what:&nbsp; It really doesn't matter-:)&nbsp; Angie is right--embrace your summer body and enjoy wearing pretty things.&nbsp; This outfit definitely qualifies as a pretty thing!&nbsp; Go for it.</p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/76-out-for-a-belated-co-birthday-celebration/page/2#post-1690637 Thu, 07 Jul 2016 16:37:31 +0000 Marilyn 1690637@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>This is great!&nbsp; The black and white with a pop of colour is really beautiful on you.&nbsp; </p> <p>I know what you mean about flowy tops.&nbsp; I'm finding I'm not as in to them as I was in the last year or two.&nbsp; But, they still totally work over a slim bottom.&nbsp; I'm not tossing mine quite yet.&nbsp; They still have a place. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/76-out-for-a-belated-co-birthday-celebration/page/2#post-1690635 Thu, 07 Jul 2016 16:33:04 +0000 Jenn 1690635@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>You know, I don't mind the glimpse of bra straps at the back of this tank, especially one that's pretty and matches your outfit colors. It's not like you're flashing some mangy, stretched-out, gray-tinged beige straps.</p> <p>I think the outfit is perfect for the occasion, and I like the unusual color combination in that top. Pairing pink with olive and black makes it a lot more modern and wearable to my eye. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/76-out-for-a-belated-co-birthday-celebration/page/2#post-1690628 Thu, 07 Jul 2016 16:23:51 +0000 Anonymous 1690628@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Like the color combination. &nbsp;You look likr you should be on top of the cake. &nbsp;WOW. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/76-out-for-a-belated-co-birthday-celebration/page/2#post-1690615 Thu, 07 Jul 2016 15:53:15 +0000 Anonymous 1690615@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Embracing the summer body means no arm bashings! Not a thing wrong with your arms. I adore the colors of the top and the fit but the necklace is singing super loudly to me. *Heart* It. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/76-out-for-a-belated-co-birthday-celebration/page/2#post-1690578 Thu, 07 Jul 2016 14:19:18 +0000 Colette 1690578@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Oh wow, I love this on you. You look amazing in pink and I want that top! I don't think it looks like a tent, especially paired with skinnies. I am enjoying wearing this silhouette because even though my arms are not good at all, (I'm embracing them, ;)) I think it helps to mask some of my large hips/thighs. And it's comfy. Your arms look great BTW. But I totally understand about feeling large next to tiny people. I am on a committee with two of the tiniest ladies I've ever seen, both are short little toothpicks. I think size 00 is too big on them. I feel like a giant blob every meeting and I'm only just over 5'4" myself. Like you, when I need a boost I reach for heels, definitely helps.</p> <p>If my bra straps show under tops I try fashion tape. If that doesn't work I wear my strapless bra. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/76-out-for-a-belated-co-birthday-celebration/page/2#post-1690577 Thu, 07 Jul 2016 14:19:11 +0000 texstyle 1690577@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Love the colors and shape of that tank - looks great on you with the white jeans. And of course I can relate to the bra issues too - so many of my sleeveless tops seem to have a problem with a peekaboo bra in one spot or another. I tried as similar device that Sara linked to but it was uncomfortable for me (I've very picky about bra comfort). I *wish* I could handle a halter bra so I could wear halter style tops but it's just not going to happen.</p> <p>The jacket with those shoes make it more polished, which is nice too, esp. for evening in AC. I really love how you always manage to do your makeup in a way that works with your outfit colors. I'm so bad at that but do take mental notes to try harder when I see your posts. I tend to wear the same somewhat nude on me lipcolor every day no matter what I'm wearing. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/76-out-for-a-belated-co-birthday-celebration/page/2#post-1690560 Thu, 07 Jul 2016 13:41:45 +0000 Sara L. 1690560@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I think the tank tooks great.&nbsp; I love this style for summer - swingy and breezy but shows off your arms and shoulders.&nbsp; I think your arms look fine and the tank is very flattering on you.</p> <p>Have you tried something like this for bra straps:&nbsp; </p> <p><a href="https://www.amazon.com/Maidenform-Womens-Strap-Holder-Clear/dp/B0083QLQ6K/ref=sr_1_7?ie=UTF8&amp;qid=1467898492&amp;sr=8-7&amp;keywords=bra+strap+converter" rel="nofollow">https://www.amazon.com/Maidenf.....8&#038;qid</a></p> <p>They pull your straps in but not as far as a racer back bra.&nbsp; Plus you can move it up and down to get the straps exactly where you want them.&nbsp; I don't have exactly this but I use something similar.</p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/76-out-for-a-belated-co-birthday-celebration/page/2#post-1690529 Thu, 07 Jul 2016 12:04:08 +0000 Gail 1690529@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Lisa I like the entire outfit. The colors really are fab on you. The necklace, your eyes it all works so well. Did not notice your arms but I understand how you feel as I tell myself the same thing . The top doesn't look tent like in the least to me. I am 5'5" but am really small boned with narrow shoulders so I have problems in the worst way with loose tops looking tentish. The jacket fits beautifully , love it all !, </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/76-out-for-a-belated-co-birthday-celebration#post-1690518 Thu, 07 Jul 2016 11:40:19 +0000 Elizabeth P 1690518@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I think this looks amazing on you Lisa.&nbsp; Not tent like at all, just breezy and flowy.&nbsp; I love the colour combo, and esp how it matches your eyes and how you tied the pink in with lip colour.&nbsp; And you styled it brilliantly. </p> <p>Re the bra straps, I'm wondering if it would work better with one that has a cross over strap in back rather than a racer back?&nbsp; </p> <p> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/76-out-for-a-belated-co-birthday-celebration#post-1690512 Thu, 07 Jul 2016 11:13:08 +0000 skylurker 1690512@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I would not call this top a tank. Nor a tent. I'd call it a sleeveless blouse - I don't mind the bra showing but I think it would look better if we didn't see the little plastic ajustable things (no idea what to call those).</p> <p>It's a fabulous outfit, I like how the jacket gives structure and tie all the black in the ensemble together.</p> <p>You have an eye for colour, it's not the first time I'm struck by your sophisticated palette. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/76-out-for-a-belated-co-birthday-celebration#post-1690511 Thu, 07 Jul 2016 11:08:01 +0000 Helen11 1690511@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Good to hear that it was a fun night. I love the top, and am sure that you look even more fab IRL than in your photos.<br /> I am now a convert to strapless bras having been fitted with a good one. But fitting is always a bit of a gamble, isn't it! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/76-out-for-a-belated-co-birthday-celebration#post-1690493 Thu, 07 Jul 2016 09:41:15 +0000 Style Fan 1690493@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Great jacket.&nbsp; Smythe never disappoints.&nbsp; The top doesn't look tent like to me.&nbsp; I like how you have paired it with the skinny jeans.&nbsp; Gorgeous colours in the top.&nbsp; I have a tenty top that I wore with leggings.&nbsp; Now I will wear it with skinnies.&nbsp; I hate strapless bras.&nbsp; Torture devices. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/76-out-for-a-belated-co-birthday-celebration#post-1690428 Thu, 07 Jul 2016 02:27:03 +0000 Momo 1690428@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Very pretty outfit. Love the necklace too. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/76-out-for-a-belated-co-birthday-celebration#post-1690425 Thu, 07 Jul 2016 02:13:21 +0000 Anonymous 1690425@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Lisa - happy birthday. I meant I have the broadest shoulders and could never wear a jacket with enhanced shoulders. I think it's cute and like to see them on others. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/76-out-for-a-belated-co-birthday-celebration#post-1690420 Thu, 07 Jul 2016 01:58:29 +0000 Anonymous 1690420@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>viva, peri - ha - 90% of the times I am fine with my arms, but photos can really do a number on them when you are turning and holding a phone, and trying to look cool I'm not ready to give up and embrace quite yet . Still working to get back in shape . </p> <p>Chris - I LOVE that Vince top - have since the first time I saw it here (one of your other threads? ) . I assumed it was out of reach for my budget (Vince at regular price in Cdn $ is really , really high) but didn't notice it was a Rack item. Will have to check it out! It's very similar to a new BR top I have though - in that blue snakeskin look. </p> <p>Deborah - thank you . I appreciate your thoughts . I DO have a lot of nice clothes but rarely wear them. There is so much drama and anxiety tied up in clothing for me - fit, weight , how I feel on any given day, that most of my pieces rarely see the light of day. This blazer is the perfect example. I could count on 1 hand the number of times I've worn it in the 2 years I've had it . Not sure what the problem is there - fit isn't an issue. So complicated The top was just a fun gamble because of the colours , so it rarely gets worn either . I know it's not terribly flattering, which is why. Sometimes i feel if I held out for the perfectly flattering version of everything, I'd never buy anything. Which might not be a bad idea.......lol. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/76-out-for-a-belated-co-birthday-celebration#post-1690414 Thu, 07 Jul 2016 01:48:49 +0000 Anonymous 1690414@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p><b>Suz</b> - hair is just fading and yes, a whole lot lighter now, one month later. My birthday was a month ago - this was a belated get-together. And thanks for the comments on the outfit :)</p> <p><b>anne, dakota cheryl&nbsp;</b>- I do have a strapless bra or two, and should wear them I guess. They are just not my favourite things . But you're right, one would solve this issue. The necklace pairing was a total happy accident - which makes me happier - as it was a tad pricey. (the necklace)&nbsp;</p> <p><b>marble, JA , Brooklyn, Sally, Shevia, pil, Smittie, Lisa -</b> thank you ! I appreciate your thoughts. &nbsp;</p> <p><b>carter -</b> your pink pants from Anthro would match this top..... &nbsp;</p> <p><b>wind chime</b> - thanks so much - and yes, the margaritas were really, really good (frozen and sour - just the way I like them )&nbsp; </p> <p></p> <p></p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/76-out-for-a-belated-co-birthday-celebration#post-1690404 Thu, 07 Jul 2016 01:16:31 +0000 Suz 1690404@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Back to say - happy birthday! You look sensational! I love the lipstick with the top. The whole outfit looks elegant and posh because of the top's fabrication and the sharp lines of the jacket with the sparkle of the necklace. So beautiful.&nbsp;</p> <p>I don't think it looks tent-like at all. As Sally said, this type of top is a lot different in motion.&nbsp;</p> <p>Looks as if your hair is lighter? Did you change it or is that just the natural process?&nbsp; </p>