https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/accessorizing-my-lbd---how Style Advice for Fashion Lovers en-US Wed, 22 Apr 2026 13:41:46 +0000 http://bbpress.org/?v=1.0.2 q https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/search.php https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/accessorizing-my-lbd---how/page/2#post-883365 Wed, 20 Mar 2013 19:24:00 +0000 harmonica 883365@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ wow -&nbsp; i love this and can't wait to see the final outfit! I think the necklace reads as fun and the shrug looks just gorgeous! Even greater that you are knitting it yourself :-)<br /> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/accessorizing-my-lbd---how/page/2#post-883290 Wed, 20 Mar 2013 18:16:39 +0000 Ingunn 883290@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ JulieJohn, you crack me up!<br /><br />I hardly don't know what to say, fabbers - you make my heart sing and my head spin&nbsp;with all your wonderful suggestions. I am very torn right now, because I would like to try everyhing you suggest.&nbsp;Not all of the ideas&nbsp;are possible to pull off without at least a little shopping, but why not, I'm not invited to parties all that often, and I want to look like I'm having&nbsp;FUN!&nbsp;<br /><br />The yarn has arrived, and I've started knitting the shrug. I have an off-white chunky necklace that could work as a "statement". How do you like the colors? It *is* quite Basset's Licorice, I think.&nbsp;The photo quality is not very good, but it is dark now, sorry about that!<br /><br />I still love the idea of a floral topper, but I haven't yet seen one I like here. In regards of colored shoes - I saw glorious patent pumps in several yummy colors today, so that could be an option. I will keep on looking for a cropped jacket, but my preferred option is to make do with what I already have.<br /><br /><br /> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/accessorizing-my-lbd---how/page/2#post-883241 Wed, 20 Mar 2013 17:18:51 +0000 JulieJohn 883241@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ I want an Ingunn paper doll, designed by AJ! Pose her in the Norwegian cityscapes, having a flatbread sandwich at an outdoor cafe in springtime, walking to class, wearing her breton from Paris to take her daughter to school! Collect all Ingunn's capsules so you can dress her for any occasion! And don't forget to top it all off with her red coat!<br /><br /> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/accessorizing-my-lbd---how/page/2#post-881914 Tue, 19 Mar 2013 13:33:03 +0000 texstyle 881914@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ Ingunn, I&nbsp;haven't read all the additional replies but when I saw you mention a "springy floral bomber" I thought that it sure sounded like a really&nbsp;fun addition to your jacket wardrobe&nbsp;and maybe a great way to accessorize this dress. I think I'd have to try it! https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/accessorizing-my-lbd---how/page/2#post-881850 Tue, 19 Mar 2013 11:51:04 +0000 harmonica 881850@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ Late to chime in here - you look gorgeous in that dress!! The fit is perfection!<br /><br />I see what you mean about dressing up LBD. IMHO I see more of your style in the outfits with more color and blazer. #2 is the one I like the best for a dressier event, but the personal, fun touch is missing (IMO). I really like Deborah's and Lyn67's suggestions. I like the idea of booties (April is far from summer here! ;-))&nbsp; and some funkier statement jewellery, if you have. Another topper than a blazer would be better too. Bright colored shoes and clutch would maybe add some edge? <br /><br />Keep us updated - fun to see how this turns out! Besides, I also need ideas about dressing up LBD ;-)<br /> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/accessorizing-my-lbd---how/page/2#post-881810 Tue, 19 Mar 2013 08:51:32 +0000 lyn67 881810@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ Good ideea what Deborah said, but I love your green jacket, too. Love that ensemble, but in April would go some modern heels better. I like those which have some platforms, too, maybe&nbsp; some colored peep toes will be also fab if no colored topper on you. The necklace&nbsp; you wear here I feel a bit dainty. Nowadays would love to see more chunky ones...but have no ideea on brands or make:-((. BTW your Boss(?)dress is beautifull it surely worth the money:-) https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/accessorizing-my-lbd---how/page/2#post-881804 Tue, 19 Mar 2013 08:07:50 +0000 Deborah 881804@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ I am very late to this party Ingunn, but it you are wanting to casualise and artify (I know it's not really a word), if it were me I would be adding some booties for edge and a sleeveless, drapey, longish assymetrical vest. https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/accessorizing-my-lbd---how/page/2#post-881785 Tue, 19 Mar 2013 06:03:57 +0000 columbine(erin) 881785@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ I really like #6. The shoes and topper look great! https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/accessorizing-my-lbd---how/page/2#post-881688 Tue, 19 Mar 2013 02:17:41 +0000 Rambling Ann 881688@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ Totally riffing, but a rhinestone cowgirl belt, denim jacket and some sparkly earrings would shout PARTY! https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/accessorizing-my-lbd---how/page/2#post-874069 Mon, 11 Mar 2013 03:31:21 +0000 Mia 874069@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Oh, I meant to say that #4 is my fave. Could you wear the moto to the party and then remove it? With a little more of an impact piece at the neck I think it would be wonderful. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/accessorizing-my-lbd---how#post-874065 Mon, 11 Mar 2013 03:28:03 +0000 Mia 874065@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>A "collar" necklace that is quite chunky would be fab. I have one that looks like twisted zippers from BCGB that I can wear with almost anything and use to add a little edge to my Boss LBD. Bonus is how inexpensive it was and people think it's an art piece and ask me about it. :)</p> <p>The other thing I acquired after my LBD that has been useful is a cropped jacket with texture. I had to look for awhile for one that wasn't too "lady" but it gave that modern classic look that I am always striving for.</p> <p>That said I think you could wear your beautiful dress unadorned and be just fine.</p> <p>A coloured shoe would be another possibility. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/accessorizing-my-lbd---how#post-874006 Mon, 11 Mar 2013 02:10:11 +0000 Day Vies 874006@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I think you're doing just fine. #4 is my favorite! Maybe there's a wrap shirt that could give you the same shape and structure without all the weight.<br /> I know your style is more pared down than mine but I would suggest focusing on one accessory and making sure that accessory pops louder than everything else with either color, shine, or sparkle. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/accessorizing-my-lbd---how#post-871990 Fri, 08 Mar 2013 23:25:39 +0000 Aida 871990@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Agree with Mo, I think you need a little more sparkle! I adore #2, simple and strong and packs quite a punch! Like the idea of adding some gumball studs (either pearl or sparkly) to that, and just let you and the dress be the stars. That is the dressiest option of the bunch to me, all the others do look more dressy-casual except for #6 which is a more business-casual to me. I think it'll depend on how dressed up you want to look in comparison to everyone else! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/accessorizing-my-lbd---how#post-871588 Fri, 08 Mar 2013 17:06:47 +0000 Greek Goddess 871588@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Personally I think shoes would look dressier than boots and I would wear those. As its a party I would use a large scarf/pashmina as a wrap or a nice colourful long cardi/silk shirt. You could also belt the dress with a coloured belt. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/accessorizing-my-lbd---how#post-871143 Fri, 08 Mar 2013 08:06:26 +0000 Ingunn 871143@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Thank you for all the insight, fabbers. I'm marking this thread and will refer to it when I make my decisions. The final result will be posted when I'm done. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/accessorizing-my-lbd---how#post-870545 Thu, 07 Mar 2013 21:01:03 +0000 unfrumped 870545@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I actually like # 6 but the jacket may look too office-y. But on my monitor it reads gray and so I like the idea of going pastel and not bright.</p> <p>Your idea of mint, or the palest turquoise, or pale blue. Also floral.<br /> I have been living on the Nordstrom's jacket site and there are a lot of jackets, at many price points. I don't know as much about the blue colors because I screen those out!</p> <p>I think a necklace would look great; not a pendant with the V, but a 3-5 strand something that has a bit of black + pale jacket color + sparkle would be fab. Not sure how much time you have to coordinate but if you think you may get a great jacket then add the jewelry later. I think bracelets would also look good on you as an alternative--I have trouble keeping them where I want them. They could be a great look with bracelet sleeve or 3/4 sleeve jacket but you would know best as to how useful in your wardrobe overall. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/accessorizing-my-lbd---how#post-870457 Thu, 07 Mar 2013 19:36:10 +0000 Mo 870457@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Oh, I searched and searched, but couldn't find the link to a 'how to accessorize your LBD x number of ways". It was really a very good link I'm sad I lost the bookmark to.<br /> It basically had, feminine, rocker, glittery, sporty, etc versions. Darn, I wish I could find it for you.<br /> I would add some shine either in jewelry,a bag, or footwear to balance the more classic toppers so it says a little more 'party' than 'business'. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/accessorizing-my-lbd---how#post-870439 Thu, 07 Mar 2013 19:16:15 +0000 Transcona Shannon 870439@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I really like the dress in the outfit in pic #7 but must admit, Suz's suggestion to try the Club Monaco floral moto would be fabulous. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/accessorizing-my-lbd---how#post-870419 Thu, 07 Mar 2013 18:58:20 +0000 Kalli 870419@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Ingunn - You are so brilliant, I didn't think of a pastel, It looks to be a fine mid-tone color as opposed to really pastel. Only you can tell your skin tone best but from what I see in photos it could be a very elegant and artistic accessory to the LBD problem. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/accessorizing-my-lbd---how#post-870415 Thu, 07 Mar 2013 18:53:46 +0000 Ingunn 870415@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Thank you for giving me tons of ideas, everybody! I knew I could count on you :)</p> <p>I tried the scarf tying, AJ, and it might definitely work. I would have to try it with the dress to be sure. Brilliant idea! </p> <p>Kalli, what do you think of this color for the shrug? Too pastel? I've been wanting to add something in mint to my wardrobe. It would probably work well with white, too. </p> <p>FC, I have black new pumps in snakeskin embossing that would work well with the shrug and polka dots tights. Fun! I do like the idea of wearing towards more casual, too, so I'll keep an eye out for more edgy shoes. I don't have many dressy heels. The moto is too warm, but the denim could work very well. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/accessorizing-my-lbd---how#post-870375 Thu, 07 Mar 2013 17:59:51 +0000 Firecracker (Sharan) 870375@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I think in April you might be itching to wear shoes rather than boots or booties (relevant to today's bog post!). So I'd work around the footwear, maybe. Of the options you've posted, I'd lean toward the heeled sandals. What about using a wrap in a print with a light background with some black in it as well that bookends with the sandals? Add some bangles and pretty earrings (hoops or chandelier, perhaps), and a clutch, and you're set. </p> <p>I love the shrug photo you posted, and you could copy that look with pumps in black, nude, or a color to play off the shrug. I like the idea of the jean jacket, too, especially if you go more earthy/artsy with the jewelry (i.e., not too refined). Not sure how much this would require you to buy, though.</p> <p>ETA: I think you could use the leather jacket or a denim jacket and go for a look similar to this one, if you had an edgier heeled pair of shoes or sandals than what you've posted here: <a href="http://shop.nordstrom.com/s/leith-anorak-dress/3479543?id=19112962&#038;largeImg=1&#038;tn=largerview_popup&#038;tname=product" rel="nofollow">http://shop.nordstrom.com/s/le.....me=product</a> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/accessorizing-my-lbd---how#post-870318 Thu, 07 Mar 2013 16:59:05 +0000 catgirl 870318@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>AJ's paper dolls are fantastic. You can wear this almost any way you want, Ingunn. If you have an oversized sweater, I recently wore a dress with a sweater over it and that was a fun change. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/accessorizing-my-lbd---how#post-870313 Thu, 07 Mar 2013 16:52:03 +0000 Julie 870313@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Numbers 1 and 5 are my favourites; but then again, I have a thing for tall boots.</p> <p>Cheers</p> <p>Julie </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/accessorizing-my-lbd---how#post-870308 Thu, 07 Mar 2013 16:49:12 +0000 annaj 870308@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I love how you've styled it. I think that is the versatility of such a simple, but classic dress! A true wardrobe staple! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/accessorizing-my-lbd---how#post-870302 Thu, 07 Mar 2013 16:44:35 +0000 Kalli 870302@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Ingunn, what a beautiful shrug and it looks easy enough to make. It's my personal opinion and preference to see you in green/blue like the shine you get from opals. I've learned to amp up my own wardrobe using my crafty talents. If you do end up making it, come back and share! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/accessorizing-my-lbd---how#post-870251 Thu, 07 Mar 2013 15:44:12 +0000 T-Rex 870251@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>If the colors in the scarf doesn't work with the green in the jacket (hard to tell in an online pic), the denim jacket works just fine. But I like the punch of the green jacket. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/accessorizing-my-lbd---how#post-870249 Thu, 07 Mar 2013 15:42:50 +0000 AJ 870249@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Can you make a necklace out of that scarf? See my example. It's just 3 knots, then tied in the back.</p> <p>Or drape it like you did with the blue scarf? </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/accessorizing-my-lbd---how#post-870246 Thu, 07 Mar 2013 15:41:30 +0000 T-Rex 870246@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I like #5 the best, but with the tan scarf you just posted. </p> <p>How warm will it be in April? I would add some arm candy to keep the interest level up if/when you take off the jacket. Something colorful that includes the tan color. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/accessorizing-my-lbd---how#post-870243 Thu, 07 Mar 2013 15:38:00 +0000 REFINING ONESELF 870243@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Dress fits you great. How about some fun tights maybe print or DOTS? Arm candy and a bright jacket from your closet. Let us see your final choice. Sure it will be Fab. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/accessorizing-my-lbd---how#post-870236 Thu, 07 Mar 2013 15:30:24 +0000 kellygirl 870236@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I'm terrible at styling but I love the sheath. It fits you so well. I can't wait to see the finished outfit. I really do like 3 and 6 though. </p>