https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/an-attempt-at-updating-some-fun-favourites-wiw82722 Style Advice for Fashion Lovers en-US Thu, 16 Apr 2026 01:01:44 +0000 http://bbpress.org/?v=1.0.2 q https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/search.php https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/an-attempt-at-updating-some-fun-favourites-wiw82722/page/2#post-2279519 Tue, 30 Aug 2022 18:54:20 +0000 Gail 2279519@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>LOVE the second outfit the color really suits you . </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/an-attempt-at-updating-some-fun-favourites-wiw82722/page/2#post-2279408 Tue, 30 Aug 2022 02:03:29 +0000 Aquamarine 2279408@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>ROTFL at the “Chico’s lady” comment… </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/an-attempt-at-updating-some-fun-favourites-wiw82722/page/2#post-2279391 Tue, 30 Aug 2022 01:14:19 +0000 SarahD8 2279391@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Late to this thread, but this has been a really interesting discussion. I concur with others that the olive shirt-as-jacket look is amazing on you. And the long cardi just doesn't seem like you. I think you have a pretty well developed sense of where you want to go with your style...trust it. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/an-attempt-at-updating-some-fun-favourites-wiw82722/page/2#post-2279377 Tue, 30 Aug 2022 00:44:56 +0000 Sal 2279377@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Had a thought, that have you done the three word thing about your style.&nbsp; Angie has been doing this (not always three words) for a while and it seems to be popular now based on a couple of Youtubers I watch.</p> <p>Mine are relaxed elegant energetic.&nbsp; I don't know that it's perfect but it's close....</p> <p>There's a few ways you could go - I think of your style as modern soft polished neutral and you could add in edge or minimalist or something else or swap them around.</p> <p>I find it helpful when I consider something that I like (on others or online) to help keep me focused. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/an-attempt-at-updating-some-fun-favourites-wiw82722/page/2#post-2279293 Mon, 29 Aug 2022 18:21:14 +0000 Roxanna 2279293@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>You know, I never gravitated toward the shirt-as-jacket look either for all the reasons you mentioned - but it looks fabulous on you! Making me think i should give it another try.</p> <p>It's a total a-ha for me about the cardi 'dragging down' instead of lifting up - this is probably the issue with me, combined with the fact that I need structure in my shoulder line, and cardigans do not give me that. Regardless I will continue wearing them because I love them - but maybe pair them with something more structured. Or maybe not, ha.</p> <p>I vote that you give away the jeans, for the reasons you mentioned - i too never touch jeans during the summer months - as much as I think I will wear them - so keeping jeans that are only good for a small Spring/Fall window doesn't make sense in my climate.</p> <p>For wide legs, i love them and wear them almost exclusively now, but almost always in drapey fabrications - I find the structured ones make me look stumpy. You don't look stumpy at all in yours - but maybe something to consider.</p> <p> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/an-attempt-at-updating-some-fun-favourites-wiw82722/page/2#post-2279277 Mon, 29 Aug 2022 16:51:10 +0000 Firecracker (Sharan) 2279277@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I like your update a lot. As others have said, I don't see the first outfit as dated per se, but I can see how it represents a style that you are moving away from. The second outfit has a neater feel, both in terms of the structure and the tonal color palette. It is more of your pared-down vibe that I think you are heading toward. Nice job! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/an-attempt-at-updating-some-fun-favourites-wiw82722/page/2#post-2279256 Mon, 29 Aug 2022 16:05:33 +0000 Anonymous 2279256@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>What Angie said. &nbsp;The first looks summery and the second looks just right for fall. &nbsp;Both outfits look fabulous but you must feel right in them. &nbsp;You have a wonderful sense of style and can do no wrong. &nbsp;I look forward to seeing your evolving styling looks. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/an-attempt-at-updating-some-fun-favourites-wiw82722/page/2#post-2279255 Mon, 29 Aug 2022 16:04:05 +0000 Anonymous 2279255@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Love your update! Agreeing with The Cat that it's more about #1 feeling Algo, for your more minimal preferences.<br /> I totally relate to "fun till it's not". It happens, at least with me, when I overhaul too much at once. Then the whole lot feels dated all at once a couple years later :/<br /> PS I like the new profile pic! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/an-attempt-at-updating-some-fun-favourites-wiw82722/page/2#post-2279250 Mon, 29 Aug 2022 15:38:06 +0000 The Cat 2279250@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I don't think #1 looks dated. However, I think there is too much "fight for attention" going on within this outfit. Broad horizontal colourful stripes might not be the best pattern for you. Here, they try stealing the show, but get hard competition from shimmering top, shimmering sandals and statement earrings. One or two of these elements would probably have been enough. </p> <p>#2 looks much more cohesive, fab, confident and "you." </p> <p>A coatigan in olive (or an other calm colour) or in a pattern suited to your proportions may serve you well! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/an-attempt-at-updating-some-fun-favourites-wiw82722/page/2#post-2279234 Mon, 29 Aug 2022 13:37:32 +0000 RobinF 2279234@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I am a fan of long sweaters on me but agree that the second look is better for you - crisp and confident. I feel sloppy in an unbuttoned shirt but this doesn't look sloppy at all. I guess it goes to show that one look is not for everyone.</p> <p>Totally feel you about being tired of my wardrobe though. And my problem is I just don't know where to go with it. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/an-attempt-at-updating-some-fun-favourites-wiw82722/page/2#post-2279231 Mon, 29 Aug 2022 13:30:22 +0000 UmmLila (Lisa) 2279231@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Both looks are perfectly nice and flattering. I like the color palette of the first. I do hear you on the long cardigan over narrower pants look being a bit dated.<br /><b></b></p> <p>I find it difficult to work with fashion directions that read as too masculine, like the oversized denim jacket, plaid blazer or bomber jacket looks you mention, that seem to be prevailing for the coming months. I suppose that in order to work they require absolutely perfect tailoring in width and length, and also to highlight some particular female feature, something I don’t have access to presently.</p> <p>However, I think you got it absolutely right with the shirt as third piece. I think it was just drapy enough to work.</p> <p>I was just doing a closet review / purge yesterday and thinking how tired I am of raw hems and tricky cropped lengths for fall. For summer, they are fine.</p> <p>For this fall I did buy one pair of baggier jeans with a bit of an ankle taper, but am mainly planning to rely on older items that fit well.</p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/an-attempt-at-updating-some-fun-favourites-wiw82722/page/2#post-2279223 Mon, 29 Aug 2022 12:06:22 +0000 LJP 2279223@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Jamie - laughing at the skinny jeans comment ;). I sure hope these aren’t considered skinny or my perception is way off - lol. </p> <p>This is all very helpful and enlightening - and I thank you all for chiming in here with honesty and constructive criticism. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/an-attempt-at-updating-some-fun-favourites-wiw82722/page/2#post-2279213 Mon, 29 Aug 2022 10:38:58 +0000 Olive Green 2279213@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Well, utilitarian vibe and color is my jam. Also love the red pants, instant update. Especially at that length.&nbsp;<br />The hair seems to suit the more minimal look and direction? Reminds me of the Australian blogger who calls in here occasionally.&nbsp;</p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/an-attempt-at-updating-some-fun-favourites-wiw82722/page/2#post-2279212 Mon, 29 Aug 2022 10:33:10 +0000 lyn67 2279212@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Nr 2 is great of course-and wearable with many other tops under the shirt-but the longer &amp;striped cardi indeed is dragging out your energy/soul a bit. I think is rather on the color combo (of the whole outfit) which is too yellowy/olivey + the&nbsp; unstructured cardi and not especially and exclusivelly the long cardi's fault. I bet the ones your have for work are&nbsp; black- but a cooler off white (ekru-linen taupe color--NOT harsh&nbsp; bright&nbsp; white and not warm cream white) would very much update the first&nbsp; look itself, too-just&nbsp; in another way then nr 2. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/an-attempt-at-updating-some-fun-favourites-wiw82722/page/2#post-2279207 Mon, 29 Aug 2022 07:50:21 +0000 Star (Lise) 2279207@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Love outfit in pic 2.&nbsp; Looks more like a shacket or jacket than an over shirt.&nbsp; You sure know how to make an open shirt look stylish. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/an-attempt-at-updating-some-fun-favourites-wiw82722/page/2#post-2279182 Mon, 29 Aug 2022 02:41:51 +0000 Jaime 2279182@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Wow this post and thread resonated in lots of ways. First off, I will take a stand and say I do much prefer the second version (with overshirt) to the long cardigan. I did not like the sound of overshirt as third piece (I have a specific association with that) but when I saw the picture I was converted.<br />Secondly, bear in mind I am not a huge cardigan fan on myself because they tend to flop off my shoulders and are usually too unstructured for my preferences.<br />Thirdly, I happen to have been giving some thought to looking dated (as a principle) lately. Is it still relevant? I am afraid I am going to say yes in certain contexts - big topic and not the main point here.<br />Finally, specifically referring to skinny jeans, they are being donated in droves, but still being worn by the mothers of the teenagers that come into the shop. (Ducks, don't shoot the messenger .) </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/an-attempt-at-updating-some-fun-favourites-wiw82722/page/2#post-2279170 Mon, 29 Aug 2022 00:19:10 +0000 kellygirl 2279170@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Nothing new to add except I love the red wide legs! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/an-attempt-at-updating-some-fun-favourites-wiw82722/page/2#post-2279163 Sun, 28 Aug 2022 22:58:25 +0000 Suz 2279163@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I like both outfits, but hey, I was that woman wearing the long cardigan at the mall today. I'll never get rid of some of mine -- no way! Though I do really like <b>Vildy's</b> point about energy moving downward or something...that resonates with me, despite the fact that the stripes are horizontal there. Maybe the energy moving downward is why you wanted to get rid of the earrings, too? I wonder.&nbsp; </p> <p>My most worn long cardigans are solid reds, maybe that amps up the energy again. ;)&nbsp;</p> <p>Anyway, I love the shirt as jacket on you and think that type of look is a slam dunk because it is current, in one of your best colours, and it adds structure, similar to what a jacket would do. So there you have it. The shirt also works so well with the sneakers.&nbsp;</p> <p>I wear a lot of button front shirts in summer (when temps allow). I used to wear them as a third piece over a tank -- haven't done that since probably the 90s but would do it again. In any case, the main reason I wear them is because I love the structure.&nbsp;</p> <p> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/an-attempt-at-updating-some-fun-favourites-wiw82722/page/2#post-2279160 Sun, 28 Aug 2022 22:47:09 +0000 Janet 2279160@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I wore those red/orange? pants with grey and white. Certain shades of soft blue would be nice too. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/an-attempt-at-updating-some-fun-favourites-wiw82722/page/2#post-2279157 Sun, 28 Aug 2022 22:26:39 +0000 LJP 2279157@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Irina - I can see how this wouldn’t appeal to you , and it’s not really how I want to dress anymore either . However , I still have lots of pieces from a few years of boho/ colour rich shopping . Would I buy it today? No , but I can’t get rid of everything or I’d have nothing to wear - lol! As much as I yearn for a more minimal style , I also wonder whether my appearance really supports it . You know , no strong features nor the personality to make it look authentic . But I’m determined to try! The red bottoms are indeed a problem - I don’t own any cream tops , but the caramel is not a bad idea …… </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/an-attempt-at-updating-some-fun-favourites-wiw82722/page/2#post-2279154 Sun, 28 Aug 2022 22:04:27 +0000 Irina 2279154@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Must admit, not a fan of the first outfit. But not because that look is dated, maybe too much for my own minimalism The second outfit is great and more like you but I agree with you on jeans.&nbsp;<div>Love the red pants, however I, personally, find it hard to style any red bottoms. Have you tried cream tops with it? Or caramel?</div> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/an-attempt-at-updating-some-fun-favourites-wiw82722#post-2279144 Sun, 28 Aug 2022 20:57:26 +0000 Sal 2279144@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>You have inspired me to wear a shirt as a jacket this week! </p> <p>I think you had a great shacket - from memory - as it cools that will give you the oversized topper look. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/an-attempt-at-updating-some-fun-favourites-wiw82722#post-2279143 Sun, 28 Aug 2022 20:56:54 +0000 Echo 2279143@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I really lke your "updated" look. I think the shirt works because instead of being loose and slightly sloppy like I envision the country/rural look, it is more tailored. And while I still have a soft spot for longer cardis, I agree with Angie about being fickle about what you keep - keep those you love and donate the rest. I used to have quite a few, and I have only one remaining.</p> <p>And while you've decided on the jeans, I actually like these and think they look great. But you need to feel great in what you're wearing, so what other people see or think doesn't really matter when you don't feel fab.&nbsp;</p> <p>The report on what girls/young women in the malls are wearing makes me laugh. I'll never wear wide jeans (they look great on others, but make me feel like a dust mop), so I might as well not worry overly much about trends. Heck, I teach, and in our building, long cardigans rule and "teacher sweaters" aren't worn ironically, so I doubt there are any members of the fashion police on staff! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/an-attempt-at-updating-some-fun-favourites-wiw82722#post-2279142 Sun, 28 Aug 2022 20:55:16 +0000 Janet 2279142@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>R&amp;J you make a really good distinction there. Sometimes I feel like a piece I own is looking “dated” but “not in line with current style goals” is probably a much more apt description. I’m taking note of that! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/an-attempt-at-updating-some-fun-favourites-wiw82722#post-2279139 Sun, 28 Aug 2022 20:45:59 +0000 RoseandJoan 2279139@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I don't view the first outfit as dated but it's not in line with your new style goals either so I understand the dissonance. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/an-attempt-at-updating-some-fun-favourites-wiw82722#post-2279138 Sun, 28 Aug 2022 20:41:18 +0000 phoebe 2279138@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I much prefer the "updated" version but I would have all along as the long cardigans in thin knits with no closures made me feel short and messy even when they were fresh. I lean sporty rather than trendy at all times.</p> <p>I love the jacket and sneakers together and think you could use them to finish many other outfits.</p> <p>No strong opinion on the jeans but the fit is very good</p> <p>You are on the right track with the wide legs, seems like the right length and a neat ankle and foot might be key, as Irina so well demonstrated with her culottes post. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/an-attempt-at-updating-some-fun-favourites-wiw82722#post-2279134 Sun, 28 Aug 2022 20:06:14 +0000 LJP 2279134@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>That’s very nice of you to say , Carol . I think it was a case of weather , and then a lack of places to dress for for the past two years. I also don’t have a good top to wear with them anymore . Will have to ponder this …..</p> <p>Sally - I completely agree . I think we have a similar body type . I have a few long cardigans to wear at work - but they are more dramatic and somewhat structured , and of course , black . I’m looking forward to going through my collection and culling out anything that isn’t flattering and current . </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/an-attempt-at-updating-some-fun-favourites-wiw82722#post-2279132 Sun, 28 Aug 2022 19:46:28 +0000 CarolS 2279132@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Oh, those deserve more than one outing. I could see them working through September and October with different iterations of footwear and top. But I swear, that look is one of my faves on you ever -- the edginess of the jacket and tee with the jolt of punchy colour to keep it from being severe just seems to hit that 'note' you keep describing. It's simple, it's "classic" (not conservative, not preppy), it's got edge and it's got verve. It has such a great balance to my eye.... Can't rave enough. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/an-attempt-at-updating-some-fun-favourites-wiw82722#post-2279131 Sun, 28 Aug 2022 19:46:17 +0000 Sal 2279131@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I love outfit two - looks awesome. </p> <p>Cardigans are a funny thing - I have one at mid thigh length and it’s mostly an at home piece. They aren’t a high energy piece - I agree. But I do find them useful. I can’t wear the boxy chunky style or the classic style well. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/an-attempt-at-updating-some-fun-favourites-wiw82722#post-2279130 Sun, 28 Aug 2022 19:45:19 +0000 LJP 2279130@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Yes - those are the same ones you have . I haven’t tried mine on recently either - lol. It’s still warm here too - yesterday was kind of an anomaly . I too am sick of being hot and sweaty - and my version of your outfit was a Woodstock t and old denim shorts - hahahaha. It’s so hard to care when it’s hot out . </p>