https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/a-study-in-jackets--stripes Style Advice for Fashion Lovers en-US Sat, 02 May 2026 16:57:10 +0000 http://bbpress.org/?v=1.0.2 q https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/search.php https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/a-study-in-jackets--stripes#post-973618 Mon, 08 Jul 2013 19:32:12 +0000 jayne 973618@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>thanks ladies for the help. Elle, no I am not looking for roomier. Just replacing blazers after losing weight so the old ones tend to be big.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/a-study-in-jackets--stripes#post-973526 Mon, 08 Jul 2013 17:49:06 +0000 ElleH 973526@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>The one in 3 looks more like the one you want to replace &amp; I prefer it. The fit in 2 looks more like your old one though. Are you looking for a roomier style? </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/a-study-in-jackets--stripes#post-973355 Mon, 08 Jul 2013 15:08:30 +0000 Lisa 973355@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I vote for the blazer in #2.&nbsp; I like the nipped waist and shorter length.&nbsp; I see more of your shape with this piece. I also think this version will work well remixed with a top tucked into a skirt.&nbsp; For the longer blazer, it looks a bit mroe boxy and I think it would be a trouser/jean only blazer. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/a-study-in-jackets--stripes#post-973253 Mon, 08 Jul 2013 13:01:44 +0000 Anonymous 973253@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I also really prefer the Gant striped blazer and think it looks great on you. I see no need for changes. Wear and enjoy. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/a-study-in-jackets--stripes#post-973194 Mon, 08 Jul 2013 12:18:37 +0000 missvee 973194@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I like the Gant one too. The tailoring looks soft yet structured and the stripes are just so much fun. I'm sure you'll be able to style this in many ways. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/a-study-in-jackets--stripes#post-973188 Mon, 08 Jul 2013 12:10:42 +0000 Suz 973188@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>You look happier in the vertical stripes. And it seems more similar to the old one. So I would go with that one!&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/a-study-in-jackets--stripes#post-973138 Mon, 08 Jul 2013 09:40:05 +0000 Anonymous 973138@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I thought about you too, how strange, must be telepathy I agree with the others I much prefer the vertical stripes and the fit of 2. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/a-study-in-jackets--stripes#post-973134 Mon, 08 Jul 2013 09:30:11 +0000 harmonica 973134@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Nice to see you Jayne!! I actually thought of you the other day</p> <p>I like #2 the best. I think the fit&nbsp; and proportions are great. It somehow seems stronger than #3. It sort of frames you better and make you stand out. I like the golden buttons and navy vibe too. And I see *you* in the preppy style. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/a-study-in-jackets--stripes#post-973130 Mon, 08 Jul 2013 09:18:47 +0000 jayne 973130@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Thanks for the analysis.&nbsp; Yes, that nipped waist is a good point as is having a collar that pops.&nbsp; I was a little hestitant about going sooooo preppy, but I may have to admit it as part of my evolving style! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/a-study-in-jackets--stripes#post-973127 Mon, 08 Jul 2013 09:05:03 +0000 Deborah 973127@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Jayne I find that the jacket with the vertical stripes suits you better. I think it fits your style persona better. The popped collar, the gentle shaping at the waist all look really fab on you. The Mango (the horizontal stripe) is a lovely blazer but just doesn't look like "you". </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/a-study-in-jackets--stripes#post-973124 Mon, 08 Jul 2013 08:45:04 +0000 jayne 973124@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Hi all, well it has been awhile again. I have hit summer and vacation so I finally get time to enjoy my little hobby!</p> <p>I missed you all! </p> <p>I have been a good girl about making a list of <i>needs,</i> er wants, that should finish my closet and I wanted to post a bit about it.&nbsp; First the want list</p> <p>1. replacement stripe blazer for old one that was too big and I had tired of<br />2. replacement grey blazer for one that I feel is too big and not cool enough<br />3. leopard blazer just because I saw a lady wearing one and thought she looked great.</p> <p>So the stories, I take the stripe first and split the post so I can ask questions.&nbsp; Let me know if you all prefer them all in one.&nbsp; I get lost myself when having too any pics to consider.</p> <p>1. I searched online alot and found a few stripe blazers but I am a bit wary of ordering into Norway and having to return (serious toll here). The local options were this mango stripe blazer and the GANT schoolboy blazer.&nbsp; The GANT cost more than I have ever considered for a blazer so I just longed for it, but put it from my thoughts.&nbsp; And after several months the mango showed up at about 70 USD.&nbsp; I purchased and then tried it on at home with my clothes.&nbsp; The tiny collar and the short cut just did not trigger any happiness (pic 2). So I returned it, called the GANT store and asked about summer discounts. The Gant was on sale so I jumped.&nbsp; Question, do you like the fit on me and is there anything you would alter (picture 3)</p> <p>Also, do you feel it fits better than the Mango?</p> <p>I added the original blazer I am trying to replace, in case you can spot what I missing in trying to replace it. Is there anything about it that makes it look better on me than these two?</p> <p>Sorry about not styling my hair in the GANT shot. just got home at that point.</p> <p>Gant is still possible to return.... </p>