https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/a-dip-into-the-holding-zone Style Advice for Fashion Lovers en-US Mon, 20 Apr 2026 10:24:31 +0000 http://bbpress.org/?v=1.0.2 q https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/search.php https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/a-dip-into-the-holding-zone/page/2#post-2126997 Fri, 12 Jun 2020 11:34:20 +0000 Eliza 2126997@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Your holding zone is sorted, Janet. Best to Tippi. </p> <p> I also had the leopard “perfect shirt” (think I learned of it here in ‘09 or’10-ish); while I loved that it was both comfortable and could be a little dressier, it is long gone. The print didn’t date, but the shirt itself lost its appeal. With similar coloring to you, I found the tones a bit “cooler” than many leopard prints and appreciated that. For a button down, it was extra easy to wear and not feel too much like business wear; my guess is your wardrobe has other pieces that fill the role now that you are weary of it. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/a-dip-into-the-holding-zone/page/2#post-2126984 Fri, 12 Jun 2020 10:10:35 +0000 cindysmith 2126984@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>That last top, the oversized one, seems the least "Janet the rock star" to me. That leopard shirt is totally rock star approved :-)<br /> The pants and shorts are great on you </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/a-dip-into-the-holding-zone/page/2#post-2126178 Tue, 09 Jun 2020 06:42:37 +0000 CocoLion 2126178@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I love the leopard shirt. Isn’t leopard classic? Does DH like it? </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/a-dip-into-the-holding-zone/page/2#post-2126094 Mon, 08 Jun 2020 20:50:27 +0000 rachylou 2126094@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>The knee pants are good. I wish my old hiking pants would magically fit again. And I kinda feel the leopard button down is one of those things that might make a rare and useful appearance. I love the material of the blue tops, but agree it’s maybe time for them... lol, could they become masks? </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/a-dip-into-the-holding-zone/page/2#post-2126057 Mon, 08 Jun 2020 15:47:35 +0000 Suz 2126057@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p><b>Janet</b>, that's really too bad about <b>Tippi</b>. Hugs to her and to you -- it's so hard. May she hang in there happily for some time.&nbsp;</p> <p>Awfully late to the conversation but you look brilliant in the long shorts (white ones and new Jags) and I like the hiking pants and the leopard shirt.&nbsp;</p> <p> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/a-dip-into-the-holding-zone/page/2#post-2126054 Mon, 08 Jun 2020 15:11:43 +0000 Gail 2126054@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I'm very late to the discussion but want to send some prayers for Tippi, and hope she continues to hang tight with you pain free. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/a-dip-into-the-holding-zone/page/2#post-2126045 Mon, 08 Jun 2020 13:35:14 +0000 Janet 2126045@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Thank you, lovely friends. Tippi is hanging in there, such a little trooper. Just enjoying her presence, moment to moment. </p> <p>I also really appreciate the comments on the holding zone pieces. I’m keeping the Jag shorts (try on of a new piece, not holding zone), and the hiking pants will probably get worn in about an hour when I finish my coffee and go out for a walk. The white Gap cutoffs are back in my closet, and the Zara tropical blue top will get another season to see if it inspires me. </p> <p>If I’m being honest with myself, I’m not feeling the button-front leopard shirt, and it has certainly earned its retirement — it is soft and light, so maybe it can go live at the ranch...maybe. Considering we are not spending the kind of time there that we used to, I probably don’t need to take anything else there. The H&amp;M top will be donated. </p> <p>Thanks so much! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/a-dip-into-the-holding-zone/page/2#post-2125985 Mon, 08 Jun 2020 02:42:30 +0000 Cee 2125985@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>My best wishes, Janet... I hope all goes as well as it can. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/a-dip-into-the-holding-zone/page/2#post-2125983 Mon, 08 Jun 2020 02:30:02 +0000 jasmine 2125983@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p><div>No comments on your holding zone items but sending Tippi love and positive energy.<br /></div> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/a-dip-into-the-holding-zone/page/2#post-2125965 Sun, 07 Jun 2020 22:34:38 +0000 Roxanna 2125965@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>FWIW I think Angie is dead on (when is she not?!) </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/a-dip-into-the-holding-zone/page/2#post-2125964 Sun, 07 Jun 2020 22:32:53 +0000 Roxanna 2125964@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Looking at your things is super helpful for me, Janet - is making me realize that I might be hanging on to things that, while they still look good enough, are not my style anymore. Maybe I need to do an edit too... </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/a-dip-into-the-holding-zone/page/2#post-2125882 Sun, 07 Jun 2020 14:57:51 +0000 Angie 2125882@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I think that both the white and blue denim clamdiggers look KILLER and are very flattering. Gorgeous figure!</p> <p>Hiking pants are good for hikes. Rest can find their way to their next home. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/a-dip-into-the-holding-zone#post-2125880 Sun, 07 Jun 2020 14:56:26 +0000 Angie 2125880@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Oh, <b>Janet</b>, and sweet darling and precious baby Tippi. What a brave, strong and beautiful little girl she is. I know she is in the best Janet and Jaime care, and has all the love and attention she could hope for. And deservingly so. My heart goes out to you both. Lots of love to you. Xo </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/a-dip-into-the-holding-zone#post-2125874 Sun, 07 Jun 2020 14:15:06 +0000 Preppy Pear 2125874@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I’m so sorry about Tippi - she looks like a sweetheart. I hope you have plenty of time ahead to love her up. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/a-dip-into-the-holding-zone#post-2125869 Sun, 07 Jun 2020 13:32:04 +0000 Jane 2125869@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Thinking about little Tipi. Such a beautiful pug and sitting very prettily on your chair.&nbsp;</p> <p>I really like the shirt in 6 / 7 and think this is probably worth keeping - it will layer well and it is a classic print. I am not so sure about the other items. I like the Zara top in 4/5. It feels like worth keeping, the colour is gorgeous on you. &nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/a-dip-into-the-holding-zone#post-2125852 Sun, 07 Jun 2020 11:36:20 +0000 Anonymous 2125852@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I am so sorry she’s having struggles.<br /> Sending prayers &amp; good vibes.</p> <p>Losing both my beloved elder furkids 2 years ago and a Parent this year at only 67, I deeply relate to your feelings about Tippi.<br /> Definitely hoping for her ‘doggedness’ to keep up!<br /> And for less of a %*€#}? Show next year!</p> <p>*I dig the leopard and love the pants but don’t think anything looks bad. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/a-dip-into-the-holding-zone#post-2125844 Sun, 07 Jun 2020 09:39:24 +0000 Jessikams 2125844@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Tippi is adorable and she is lucky to have such a loving family.&nbsp; Sending hugs-- </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/a-dip-into-the-holding-zone#post-2125842 Sun, 07 Jun 2020 08:42:46 +0000 Minaminu 2125842@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Janet, I am so sorry about Tippi. Hopefully she'll keep as stable as possible for a longtime. Pets are members of the family, it's heartbreaking when they are unwell. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/a-dip-into-the-holding-zone#post-2125827 Sun, 07 Jun 2020 03:11:42 +0000 Jaime 2125827@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Oh Janet, I am so sorry about Tippi. I know you are spoiling her and making her life wonderful right now.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/a-dip-into-the-holding-zone#post-2125822 Sun, 07 Jun 2020 02:39:38 +0000 Brooklyn 2125822@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I’m sorry about Tippi. The important thing is that she is eating and happy. Just try to continue to enjoy the time that you have with her. She looks tenacious to me. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/a-dip-into-the-holding-zone#post-2125818 Sun, 07 Jun 2020 02:01:19 +0000 Windchime 2125818@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Positive thoughts here for a good outcome for Tippi. &nbsp;She has such sparkle in her expression. &nbsp;<div><br /></div><div>Along with everyone else, I love the hiking pants on you—it’s great that they fit you well again. &nbsp;The white shorts are a keep, too, in my opinion. &nbsp;</div><div><br /></div><div>You sound lukewarm about the animal print blouse, which makes me wonder if you should pass it along. &nbsp;<br /></div> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/a-dip-into-the-holding-zone#post-2125813 Sun, 07 Jun 2020 01:35:14 +0000 Anonymous 2125813@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Prayers for little Tippi- but eating and drinking is definitely a good sign!<br /> I like the pants and white shorts the most. The blue print top would be good with wide culottes or flowy full length pants. The shape of the leopard looks very classic. Maybe worn open and tied over a top would work better for your style. The print of the last top is great, I like it more than the leopard on you. Probably good with skinnies or a tube skirt. Nice fabric, wrong style always gets me too :/ </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/a-dip-into-the-holding-zone#post-2125810 Sun, 07 Jun 2020 01:01:07 +0000 Sal 2125810@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Sorry to read that- I am pleased she is still hungry and lively. But emotionally challenging and sad.</p> <p>Re the holding zone I like both bottoms - definite keepers. The white are perfect for the current trends. The trousers will be so useful in your practical capsule.</p> <p>I am not as keen on the tops. The first one looks a good fit but I don’t love the shape. The shirt is my favourite of the three - and I think it could be great with more leopard for a maximal look. But it sounds like not for you right now. The last I think is too big and the wrong shape on you. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/a-dip-into-the-holding-zone#post-2125809 Sun, 07 Jun 2020 00:43:23 +0000 Carla 2125809@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>So sorry about Tippi, Janet. &nbsp;Take care. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/a-dip-into-the-holding-zone#post-2125804 Sat, 06 Jun 2020 23:42:26 +0000 nemosmom 2125804@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Oh Janet, I am so sorry to hear the news isn't better. Glad to hear you get more time to love on her, for however long that is. This year sucks. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/a-dip-into-the-holding-zone#post-2125801 Sat, 06 Jun 2020 23:24:56 +0000 Classically Casual 2125801@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Hugs, Janet. Thank you for the update, I’ve been thinking about Tippi since reading your original post. &nbsp;What a difficult time. Pets just break our hearts. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/a-dip-into-the-holding-zone#post-2125795 Sat, 06 Jun 2020 22:34:42 +0000 Janet 2125795@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Thanks for all the good wishes. Sorry for the thread derail. We didn’t really expect today to take this turn. </p> <p>Emergency vet says there is not enough fluid to risk a tap, especially for a little 14yo dog. Chances are she has a tumor near her heart. Not many options at this point but to keep her happy and comfortable as possible. </p> <p>She may have days or weeks. We brought her home and she eats like a typical pug, with great enthusiasm. And she seems happy to follow me around the house, albeit slowly. Her breathing is definitely not normal, but for now it’s steady. We will continue to monitor her, and we know what to keep an eye out for, as far as signs that she is suffering and is nearing her time.</p> <p>The vet’s office is still not permitting pet owners to enter the building, so when it is time, there is an outdoor area behind the clinic where we can be with her at the end. I’m hoping it’s not soon, but we’re steeling ourselves for the inevitable, while showering her with love and “treaties” for as long as we can. </p> <p>This little dog does not look like she’s ready to give up yet! (Photo from last night) </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/a-dip-into-the-holding-zone#post-2125791 Sat, 06 Jun 2020 22:17:11 +0000 Sal 2125791@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Oh sending all my love re Tippi and best wishes that it is not the worst. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/a-dip-into-the-holding-zone#post-2125787 Sat, 06 Jun 2020 21:51:04 +0000 Elle 2125787@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>So sorry to hear about Tippi. It's good that she is at the vet's.&nbsp; Will comment on the holding zone another time.</p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/a-dip-into-the-holding-zone#post-2125784 Sat, 06 Jun 2020 20:59:43 +0000 nemosmom 2125784@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Ugh! What a rotten turn. Sending prayers for Tippi. </p>