https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/a-new-mcqueen-and-some-notes-from-the-road Style Advice for Fashion Lovers en-US Sat, 23 May 2026 19:44:43 +0000 http://bbpress.org/?v=1.0.2 q https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/search.php https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/a-new-mcqueen-and-some-notes-from-the-road/page/2#post-1885385 Fri, 02 Feb 2018 13:57:47 +0000 Windchime 1885385@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Bummer that you're feeling bad about your hair. You look gorgeous in your new scarf and jacket--that shade of blue loves you.</p> <p>And how interesting to read your trend report--I love teal and gold/brass for the home! The pics are inspiring; thanks for posting them. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/a-new-mcqueen-and-some-notes-from-the-road/page/2#post-1885282 Fri, 02 Feb 2018 03:40:26 +0000 Debbie 1885282@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Thank you for the heads up on the colors. I just bought a pair of blush pink jeans and a blue and pink shirt. I am ahead of curve just a bit.<br /> My entry hall is turquoise. I need to add a little gold. </p> <p>Janet that was such a thoughtful thing to do. I love the scarf on you Lisa.<br /> I think your hair looks great. Especially with the scarf to break up the black. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/a-new-mcqueen-and-some-notes-from-the-road/page/2#post-1885270 Fri, 02 Feb 2018 02:44:55 +0000 Suz 1885270@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Gorgeous scarf! It looks great on you. Sorry you're not loving your hair or travel wardrobe, but honestly, you're looking sensational in that olive/ blue combo. And I'm still hoping the black scarf reappears so you can have two. YAY for Janet!!&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/a-new-mcqueen-and-some-notes-from-the-road/page/2#post-1885184 Thu, 01 Feb 2018 21:28:07 +0000 tulle 1885184@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Oh, I was just thinking your hair looks really good, especially with the blue scarf.&nbsp; As Angie said, beautiful with your complexion. Actually, the word "glow" came to mind... </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/a-new-mcqueen-and-some-notes-from-the-road/page/2#post-1885180 Thu, 01 Feb 2018 21:01:02 +0000 Anonymous 1885180@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p><b>Vivian</b> - that rug!! I am lusting over a similar one I but it's a bit out of my price range. &nbsp;I love yours. Teal/turquoise goes with so much in decor - it's practically a neutral &nbsp;I love it with mustard, red , grey, etc. &nbsp;I know what you mean about pale pink. If it's not clear enough and too muddy, it's deadly unflattering . &nbsp;I am on the hunt though, and hope to find a few pieces for spring. A bag is on the top of my list (I saw a couple of perfect ones at the show and am going to place an order soon). &nbsp;I also want some pale pink quartz jewellery with gold fittings....and all of those turquoise rings:)</p> <p>I like the idea of highlighting my hair to mimic the picture. Until I looked at the photo after taking it, I had no idea it was reflecting that much gold, which I don't mind at all. &nbsp;I'm trying to ignore my hair for another 6 weeks or so, and then I'll so something with the colour. Part of my frustration with it last week was not having the right goo with me . The cut was so new I had yet to figure out how to style it, and was working with a product not good for it. Another packing mistake.&nbsp;</p> <p><b>Ginger</b> - I saw a bit of rose gold at the show, and some pink leather was metalicized to have that rose gold effect....but it wasn't making a major statement anywhere. &nbsp;</p> <p><b>Thank you ALL</b> for your fun colour comments - I love hearing what others think about colour trends in home decor too. &nbsp;Also - thanks for the kind hair words &nbsp;We've all been there, I know . &nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/a-new-mcqueen-and-some-notes-from-the-road/page/2#post-1885161 Thu, 01 Feb 2018 20:27:43 +0000 Anonymous 1885161@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I still think the darker hair looks striking on you and that scarf is everything.<br /> Here’s hoping you also find your other one! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/a-new-mcqueen-and-some-notes-from-the-road/page/2#post-1885132 Thu, 01 Feb 2018 18:56:10 +0000 viva 1885132@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>What a great post! So much to comment on.</p> <p>So, on the home decor/color update. I'm so excited to hear about teal, since I decorated my living room (new in August) around a teal Persian rug! (So nice to be accidentally on trend.) And I love the whole fox motif but I'm going to have to hold back on it. We live on Fox Street, and we already have a&nbsp; fox door knocker at the back entry, and it would be just so easy to go overboard. :)</p> <p>I love the idea of pale pink but am not sure about it for myself. I think I need more saturated color so may need to enjoy it on others. But I have always loved gold and turquoise and I want several of the rings you showed! I am now officially on the hunt. So thank you!</p> <p>Now, about your hair. I think Angie is right that the combination of dark hair, all black, and more masculine shoes may add up to just too little femininity. I have been there. So your instinct to look for lightening up in clothing sounds just right. Also, I LOVE how your hair looks in this picture, with the gold flecks. I know it's a trick of the light, but would you consider maintaining it this way, with some gold to break up the dark? It might be just enough to keep you from feeling too Jane Eyre. IYKWIM.</p> <p>That scarf is super gorgeous with your coloring and the olive. I can so easily see that with white jeans and black sneakers in the spring. SO fresh looking.</p> <p>Lovely to see you, my friend. &lt;3 </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/a-new-mcqueen-and-some-notes-from-the-road/page/2#post-1885125 Thu, 01 Feb 2018 18:32:35 +0000 Dianna 1885125@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>The scarf is gorgeous and I loved the story behind it. Those are things that make the YLF community a lot more than a fashion forum. You look great and your lip color is so gorgeous. I look forward to all the blush and turquoise for spring. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/a-new-mcqueen-and-some-notes-from-the-road/page/2#post-1885120 Thu, 01 Feb 2018 18:20:30 +0000 Ginger 1885120@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>What a lovely scarf! It's the same, but totally not the same. And special YLF meaning, too. :)</p> <p>I'm thrilled to see that pink is going strong. What about rose gold?? *crosses fingers* </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/a-new-mcqueen-and-some-notes-from-the-road/page/2#post-1885065 Thu, 01 Feb 2018 17:08:28 +0000 columbine(erin) 1885065@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I like your hair! I think you look great with darker hair. But I understand if you’re not feeling it, you’re just not! </p> <p>I’m glad about teal and pink. I’ve worn through my favorite items in those colors and would like them back in my life. And maybe I’ll get my baby girl something with foxes on it, too fun. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/a-new-mcqueen-and-some-notes-from-the-road/page/2#post-1885055 Thu, 01 Feb 2018 16:57:18 +0000 cindysmith 1885055@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>You carry on about your lost scarf as much as you like. So what if other people have designer pieces also? We all understand the grief a woman feels when she loses a favorite garment, and I feel like that's what this forum is here for, you know? It's what makes this such a beautiful place :-D</p> <p>Now, to the point... I'm thrilled that Janet was able to help you find a new scarf. Again, one of the things that make this forum a beautiful place. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/a-new-mcqueen-and-some-notes-from-the-road/page/2#post-1885038 Thu, 01 Feb 2018 16:24:06 +0000 Anonymous 1885038@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Fab new scarf. &nbsp;I like the sounds of the new spring colors. &nbsp;I think your new color and cut is fab. &nbsp;Since I went short I have never looked back to longer hair. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/a-new-mcqueen-and-some-notes-from-the-road/page/2#post-1885037 Thu, 01 Feb 2018 16:23:52 +0000 Anonymous 1885037@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Jenni - there is nothing wrong with the way ED dresses or how she looks. She has her vibe, and I don't want it for myself &nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/a-new-mcqueen-and-some-notes-from-the-road/page/2#post-1885032 Thu, 01 Feb 2018 16:12:05 +0000 ma 1885032@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Love the scarf story and it looks fab with your hair. Short dark hair + black + plus clunky footwear = Audrey Hepburn in my mind, not Ellen, but I get what you mean about certain looks feeling too masculine. &nbsp;</p> <p>Also enjoyed reading about color trends in fashion and home decor. &nbsp;Excited about turquoise jewelry coming back! I have a small collection , mostly of the southwest Native American style, that I haven't worn in years. I think I will dig them out this spring. Being the mama of two smalls, I feel like the fox/woodland creature thing has been around for a while, but they continue to be cute nonetheless. &nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/a-new-mcqueen-and-some-notes-from-the-road/page/2#post-1885029 Thu, 01 Feb 2018 16:03:14 +0000 JAileen 1885029@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I wanted to come back and say I’ve that with my very short hair I’ve been wearing more substantial earrings. I had been wearing very simple one inch silver hoops for awhile, but started wearing very substantial hammered silver earrings. They give more of a presence, so to speak. They are more feminine, but they’re also more visible. I also bought some primitive looking hammered hoops from Etsy. They might be too big for me, though. I don’t remember the last time I wore stud earrings. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/a-new-mcqueen-and-some-notes-from-the-road/page/2#post-1885018 Thu, 01 Feb 2018 15:24:40 +0000 Mary Beth (formerly LBD) 1885018@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>That scarf is so beautiful with your complexion and coloring!&nbsp; I'm very sorry that you dislike your hair.&nbsp; &nbsp;But you look amazing!&nbsp; &nbsp;Like a cross between a rockstar and a mischievous sea sprite.&nbsp; &nbsp;Have you given any thought to additional highlights?</p> <p>I love Ellen D.&nbsp; &nbsp;I don't see any "Ellen" in your hair, but I get what you're saying, especially if you dressed on the masculine side for your trip.&nbsp; &nbsp;I've been fighting myself ever since I watched "The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel", because I think I've skewed too much in the direction of dressing like Susie, and it freaks me out.&nbsp; &nbsp;Not so much the masculinity of the character's outfits, but the drabness of color, and a certain dumpiness of fit.&nbsp; &nbsp;</p> <p>(Random thought, that Susie character would be a dream role for me).</p> <p>I LOVE that teal, blushy pinks and gold/rose gold are going to be around this spring, those are some of my very favorite colors! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/a-new-mcqueen-and-some-notes-from-the-road/page/2#post-1885015 Thu, 01 Feb 2018 15:13:09 +0000 Christina F. 1885015@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>What a great scarf, and a touching story about Janet finding it for you. *sniff*&nbsp; It's a great color on you. </p> <p>Thanks for the color report! I'm excited to see some blush that's not a dusty blush. I have not been sure how to incorporate that color into my life, but maybe there will be something this season. Teal is my favorite, on the other hand. YAY!</p> <p>I think your hair is great, but maybe it's not your "winter hair." You may want to reevaluate when it warms up, though I guess you could get tired of it before then, being in the frozen north and all. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/a-new-mcqueen-and-some-notes-from-the-road/page/2#post-1885009 Thu, 01 Feb 2018 15:02:06 +0000 Marilyn 1885009@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Really great scarf, Lisa.&nbsp; Fabulous blue.&nbsp; I've been admiring it every time I go into Nordstrom.&nbsp; I run it through my hands, look at the price tag, then walk away.&nbsp; LOL</p> <p>Great update on whats trending.&nbsp; I haven't done any pink in years but I'm warming up to idea.&nbsp; Love teal. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/a-new-mcqueen-and-some-notes-from-the-road/page/2#post-1885001 Thu, 01 Feb 2018 14:34:28 +0000 Helena 1885001@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I think your hair looks fantastic - I see no Ellen (again, no dis to Ellen).</p> <p>Hooray for pink and teal! Two of my absolute favorites.&nbsp;</p> <p>Amazing scarf! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/a-new-mcqueen-and-some-notes-from-the-road/page/2#post-1884998 Thu, 01 Feb 2018 14:33:09 +0000 Elizabeth P 1884998@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Lisa, I'm so glad you decided to get another scarf.&nbsp; I know it'll never replace the black one (so that never showed up, huh?) but hopefully the story behind you obtaining this one will make it special in your closet for different reasons.&nbsp; Isn't Janet the BEST!</p> <p>I like your hair, I'm sorry you don't .&nbsp; It'll soften up soon enough!&nbsp; I find that's the thing with short hair.... it's too short for 2 weeks, then it's just right for 2 weeks, then it's too long...&nbsp; finding a cut that can handle a half inch of growing, in all parts of your head,&nbsp; is challenging. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/a-new-mcqueen-and-some-notes-from-the-road#post-1884993 Thu, 01 Feb 2018 14:28:20 +0000 Sara L. 1884993@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Thanks for the report on colors.&nbsp; I enjoy blush pink so I'm happy to hear that's still going strong.&nbsp; I wear more silver than gold because gold blends into my skin tone but wouldn't mind adding to my collection.&nbsp; &nbsp;</p> <p>So happy that you found a replacement scarf (and how thoughtful of Janet)!&nbsp; I read your story about the old scarf and felt so bad.&nbsp; It makes me crazy to lose something so I can only imagine how you must feel.&nbsp; I'm still hoping the old one turns up somewhere.&nbsp;&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/a-new-mcqueen-and-some-notes-from-the-road#post-1884976 Thu, 01 Feb 2018 13:34:18 +0000 Carla 1884976@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>You are always so hard on yourself, Lisap. Hair cut and colour looks so rich and the olive just sets everything off so well. I think you are going to have fun with the McQ.</p> <p>I hear you on the pink! I’ve been looking for purple and lavender (reported to be all the rage) and finding none of it - but lots of pink! Don’t know if I should hold out, or expand my pink capsule?</p> <p>Did you bring your sneaks with the pompoms? Do you have any footwear with the big, loose bow across the forefoot? I’m seeing it as a holdover in sneaks from last year, and new on loafers this year.</p> <p>FWIW, I just want to paint my toes and wear sandals, but that is 3 months away. *cry* </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/a-new-mcqueen-and-some-notes-from-the-road#post-1884958 Thu, 01 Feb 2018 11:37:45 +0000 LaPed 1884958@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>The new McQueen looks great -- how cool that the YLF community came through for you. And I think your hair looks amazing -- but I also understand the desire to femme things up a bit more for events. I run into this too, and yes, the sticking point is usually shoes.&nbsp;</p> <p>It's such a pleasure to read your report. I'm glad to hear pink isn't going anywhere; just started building my blush capsule last summer, and am looking to add some rose gold this spring.</p> <p>Oddly, I just picked up two fox-print hanging laundry hampers a couple weeks ago; I've been buying kids gear with a woodland theme since forever, glad to know I'm still "cool" and not four years behind, lol.</p> <p>I have noticed all the gold hardware on everything -- I have to really scrounge for silver, whether I'm looking at toppers, bags, even shoes...</p> <p>Turquoise jewelry, huh -- I have two two turquoise rings that were my mom's when she was a child. Maybe I'll start wearing them. I never know how to combat the southwestern vibe of turquoise/silver -- and I don't do gold (yet). Hmm. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/a-new-mcqueen-and-some-notes-from-the-road#post-1884954 Thu, 01 Feb 2018 11:26:37 +0000 kkards 1884954@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>the scarf is beautiful,&nbsp;and made even more so by the way you acquired it. once again the&nbsp;awesomeness of YLF comes thru.<br />re going for one feel and ending up with an other....thats the downside of travel isn't it, once you realize that what you packed isn't coming off the way you intended, your stuck...for me, that would often lead to some frantic careless on the road shopping....and that usally goes as well as its sounds!<br />i'm interested to see what pink looks like in fashion this spring...it seems to be the color that just doesn't seem to be going away, it just morphs slightly... </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/a-new-mcqueen-and-some-notes-from-the-road#post-1884931 Thu, 01 Feb 2018 10:13:26 +0000 Anonymous 1884931@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I am excited about the pinks and teal. &nbsp;Could not be happier with those colors. &nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/a-new-mcqueen-and-some-notes-from-the-road#post-1884927 Thu, 01 Feb 2018 09:55:08 +0000 jussie 1884927@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>On a side note I finally saw some Pantone Greenery in the clothing stores today- didn’t get any of it filter through in 2017 funnily enough </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/a-new-mcqueen-and-some-notes-from-the-road#post-1884924 Thu, 01 Feb 2018 09:37:11 +0000 Jenni NZ 1884924@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Great about the scarf, lovely colour. I think get over the hair already and wait for it to grow a bit. Every Forum member with short hair will have been there I reckon.<br /> What's wrong with Ellen anyway? I think she looks cool. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/a-new-mcqueen-and-some-notes-from-the-road#post-1884922 Thu, 01 Feb 2018 09:26:54 +0000 anne 1884922@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>So fab to hear about Janet doing that for you Lisa!&nbsp; I really pleased with the "clearer pink" news too. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/a-new-mcqueen-and-some-notes-from-the-road#post-1884920 Thu, 01 Feb 2018 09:10:24 +0000 Style Fan 1884920@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Beautiful scarf!&nbsp; I love the colour with the olive coat.&nbsp; Janet is a sweetheart.<br />I will pass on the pink for myself but it seems that others are happy about it.&nbsp; I do like gold and it is more flattering on my skin.&nbsp; Turquoise is a favourite of mine.&nbsp; Maybe I will wear some of my teal pieces.&nbsp; I love the colour.<br />I have noticed the fox theme.&nbsp; I love it. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/a-new-mcqueen-and-some-notes-from-the-road#post-1884903 Thu, 01 Feb 2018 05:58:41 +0000 Emily K 1884903@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I enjoy looking at pink, gold, and teal, but it will be a hard sell to get me to incorporate those colors into my home or wardrobe. &nbsp;Better than Ultraviolet, though!!!! &nbsp;On another topic, I'm sorry that you were disappointed with your hair, but I think it looks quite chic. &nbsp;And how fabulous that Janet was able to help out with the scarf! &nbsp;I'm holding onto hope that your black scarf will return to you. &nbsp;You may yet find it in the craziest way in the craziest place. </p>