https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/a-quick-wiw-with-some-oldies Style Advice for Fashion Lovers en-US Sun, 26 Apr 2026 22:32:18 +0000 http://bbpress.org/?v=1.0.2 q https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/search.php https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/a-quick-wiw-with-some-oldies#post-1516786 Wed, 08 Jul 2015 15:04:58 +0000 Janet 1516786@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Sterling, the training has gone pretty well -- I leave next week, and I'm about as ready as I'm going to be. I've put almost 1000 miles on my bike since I started training this spring. Now to see how I handle long consecutive days on the bike! The good thing is that the days will not be like my training rides, where I barely even get off the bike (I only take very short breaks for water and snacks). It's more like you bike 10-20 miles to the next town, stop, partake in some local refreshments and take in the sights, and then hop back on the bike to the next town, where you repeat the same practice. So a few short rides in a day, rather than one long 65-75 mile ride. :-)</p> <p>You all are so kind! Jaime and Naz, it's weird, I know my weight is up from a couple of years ago, and some clothes are tighter in the waist than they were (ever since the hysterectomy, I have a little more in the tummy that I didn't have before), but it doesn't seem to show much in photos. I know my legs are more toned from all the biking, so maybe that's what we're seeing. Cheryle, thanks for the comments about my arms, but trust me, from other angles, my arms are nothing to brag about -- I should really be lifting weights or doing something to work out my triceps, which flap in the wind if I raise my arm. </p> <p>I enjoyed this outfit more than I thought I would -- I don't know why, but I have always had a slight "frumpy" association with these shorts. Perhaps because of the length and the fact that they are very high contrast with my skin and cut me off at a potentially unflattering spot. I was pleasantly surprised that this looked better in photos than I thought it would, so I expect I'll be more eager to repeat this outfit. Always good to have a successful FFBO summer outfit. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/a-quick-wiw-with-some-oldies#post-1516779 Wed, 08 Jul 2015 14:29:36 +0000 Sara L. 1516779@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Great casual outfit! &nbsp;This is the type of summer casual style I aspire to.&nbsp; I frequently have the shoulders of sleeveless tops altered because I have scoliosis and one shoulder is lower than the other.&nbsp; It really helps the fit if I bring&nbsp;one side up.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/a-quick-wiw-with-some-oldies#post-1516595 Wed, 08 Jul 2015 02:22:01 +0000 Jaime 1516595@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Weight gain? I think you look fantastic and fit with curves in all the right places. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/a-quick-wiw-with-some-oldies#post-1516592 Wed, 08 Jul 2015 02:18:20 +0000 cheryle (Dianthus) 1516592@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>You look great Janet. &nbsp;I really like the repeat of the bright metallic against the darker pieces. &nbsp;I have to say your arms look great. &nbsp;That is one thing I have noticed lately is my arms suddenly look old and not very nice. &nbsp;Yours look fab. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/a-quick-wiw-with-some-oldies#post-1516548 Wed, 08 Jul 2015 00:47:29 +0000 Jjsloane 1516548@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I am struggling to find shorts I like. You look great, especially like the metallic bag and shoes. We are shoe twins (this pair) Enjoy the sweltering heat we have coming up.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/a-quick-wiw-with-some-oldies#post-1516547 Wed, 08 Jul 2015 00:44:49 +0000 Aida 1516547@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Fab casual look! I know you say you struggle with these on those really hot days, but goodness you always seem to come through with something great. Maybe not as interesting as a cooler-weather smart casual look, but to put together something that looks put together in your heat is pretty impressive. Those shorts are suuuuper flattering on you, wowza. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/a-quick-wiw-with-some-oldies#post-1516490 Tue, 07 Jul 2015 22:40:06 +0000 kerry 1516490@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Your oldies are goodies :)</p> <p>Wish I looked this great in a pair of shorts and a tank. I find sleeveless tops just about impossible to fit - armholes are always huge! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/a-quick-wiw-with-some-oldies#post-1516469 Tue, 07 Jul 2015 21:49:09 +0000 UmmLila (Lisa) 1516469@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I really like that tank on you a lot, perfect with your coloring. And I don't think it looks too form fitting. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/a-quick-wiw-with-some-oldies#post-1516464 Tue, 07 Jul 2015 21:39:23 +0000 citygirldc 1516464@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>You look gorgeous and I love a great printed tank, especially the one you have on. And by the way, you look like you lost weight (hope you won't be offended if I say that).&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/a-quick-wiw-with-some-oldies#post-1516455 Tue, 07 Jul 2015 21:27:02 +0000 Anonymous 1516455@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Janet , you always look so elegant in shorts. I don't know how you do it. &nbsp;These are great , and I like the top too. Sure, it's more fitted that some that we wear now, but still flattering and pretty. Great outfit !! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/a-quick-wiw-with-some-oldies#post-1516399 Tue, 07 Jul 2015 18:20:23 +0000 Elizabeth P 1516399@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Gorgeous, Janet.&nbsp; Great proportions, accessories, etc.&nbsp; Simplicity works!&nbsp; And the the top doesn't look at all form fitting... </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/a-quick-wiw-with-some-oldies#post-1516394 Tue, 07 Jul 2015 18:14:39 +0000 rachylou 1516394@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Outstanding! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/a-quick-wiw-with-some-oldies#post-1516337 Tue, 07 Jul 2015 16:33:07 +0000 carter 1516337@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Great outfit! I have such a hard time making shorts outfits look better than schlumpy. This one is terrific. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/a-quick-wiw-with-some-oldies#post-1516323 Tue, 07 Jul 2015 16:12:35 +0000 texstyle 1516323@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>This is like the ultimate shorts outfit on you Janet - really it's so flattering, great colors, shapes, everything looks just spot on fantastic! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/a-quick-wiw-with-some-oldies#post-1516288 Tue, 07 Jul 2015 15:24:12 +0000 Jenn 1516288@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Spot on. You look great! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/a-quick-wiw-with-some-oldies#post-1516279 Tue, 07 Jul 2015 15:12:43 +0000 Anonymous 1516279@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>You look great. &nbsp;How is the training coming along? &nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/a-quick-wiw-with-some-oldies#post-1516277 Tue, 07 Jul 2015 15:08:31 +0000 Anonymous 1516277@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Gorgeous! I really like the fit of the top and shorts and the silver bag and shoes are the icing on the cake. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/a-quick-wiw-with-some-oldies#post-1516270 Tue, 07 Jul 2015 14:46:49 +0000 Maneera 1516270@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I love the fit of those shorts and that top is simply fabulous. I think it fits rather well! The blingy shoes and that tote really give the final polished finishing touch. </p> <p>PS: it really helps that you're drop dead gorgeous! You could probably wear a sack belted at the waist and make that look trendy! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/a-quick-wiw-with-some-oldies#post-1516266 Tue, 07 Jul 2015 14:37:11 +0000 Joyce B 1516266@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>That's a great look. Clothes that fit are worth keeping. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/a-quick-wiw-with-some-oldies#post-1516251 Tue, 07 Jul 2015 14:24:46 +0000 jackiec 1516251@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I'm glad you kept both the shorts and the top! Super flattering, and I agree that the print of the top is gorgeous and with interest. Love the silver shoes and bag. Great for dinner! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/a-quick-wiw-with-some-oldies#post-1516246 Tue, 07 Jul 2015 14:20:50 +0000 Angie 1516246@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I LOVE that style of shorts on you. 100%.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/a-quick-wiw-with-some-oldies#post-1516245 Tue, 07 Jul 2015 14:20:19 +0000 Angie 1516245@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Really gorgeous. Uber casual, yet pulled together, flattering &nbsp;and fashionable. Loving your bling-y feet.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/a-quick-wiw-with-some-oldies#post-1516230 Tue, 07 Jul 2015 14:08:41 +0000 celia 1516230@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I think the colors of the top give a lot of interest to the outfit, as well as the mettalic shoes.<br /> On a hot day you don't want a lot of fusiness. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/a-quick-wiw-with-some-oldies#post-1516223 Tue, 07 Jul 2015 13:56:04 +0000 Janet 1516223@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Worn for a warm and muggy day -- I worked at home for a while and then joined hubs and stepsons for drinks and dinner at our favorite local Mexican place. </p> <p>I wore these black Michael Kors shorts a lot when I first got them, 5-6 years ago, but they've been mostly neglected for the last couple of years. They do stretch out a bit with wear, so they need to be washed after every wear, but oddly enough, they've maintained their black color pretty well. The Karen Millen shirt was from about 3 years ago, and is almost too form-fitting for my taste right now (darn perimenopausal weight gain!), but I had the shoulders altered to bring the neckline up (a lot of tops are too long from shoulders to bust on me, so this really helped), and that also helped the fit through the body. One side of the top is ruched, so I think that helps ease the fit too. I love the print on the shirt enough that I wanted to keep it and make it work, even if I don't wear it often. </p> <p>Finshed off with silver DV slip on sneakers and silver Milly tote. Again, just a shorts-and-a-top formula, but I think when the top has such an interesting print, it makes the outfit not so ho-hum. Also, I get compliments on these shoes every time I wear them! </p> <p>Comments and feedback always welcome. </p>