https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/angies-fall-capsule-from-my-wardrobe Style Advice for Fashion Lovers en-US Fri, 24 Apr 2026 21:23:03 +0000 http://bbpress.org/?v=1.0.2 q https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/search.php https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/angies-fall-capsule-from-my-wardrobe/page/2#post-1017195 Thu, 29 Aug 2013 20:09:16 +0000 Vicki 1017195@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>P.S. &nbsp;Oh, my! &nbsp;Now, we're shirt siblings, as I bought the Pleione in red and black striped. &nbsp;Yay, and why didn't I think of my Leith pants?! &nbsp;Although, I just received the DvF Imogene pants in the mail yesterday and got one of the last in my size.</p> <p>Suz, you're getting me excited about the Fall Capsule. &nbsp;:) </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/angies-fall-capsule-from-my-wardrobe/page/2#post-1017190 Thu, 29 Aug 2013 20:06:00 +0000 Vicki 1017190@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>IMPRESSED and simply the BEST, Suz! &nbsp;I hope Angie gave you a huge gold star for this successful Fall Wardrobe Capsule.</p> <p>What I like is the way you've kept it simple and, yet, your pieces display interest, variety and style.</p> <p>Seeing what you've worked on and accomplished here is exactly what I want to achieve. &nbsp;I do have a lot of clothes, and enjoy them, but your simplicity with using and rotating these pieces is now a goal for me. &nbsp;Outstanding and I'm giving you Five Gold Stars!!!!! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/angies-fall-capsule-from-my-wardrobe/page/2#post-1016304 Wed, 28 Aug 2013 23:51:32 +0000 Suz 1016304@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Firecracker, you could make them in a jiffy and it would be a fab way to try them at lower cost. I loved the look of the Eileen Fisher silk ones the Parsley and a few others bought. But I thought about the expense and my weather conditions and it just didn't make sense. I can't wear silk pants for more than a few weeks a year. $45 for polyester seemed worth it to try -- but even then I see how tough they are for me to wear.&nbsp;</p> <p>I do think one reason I am really drawn to the wrap top that some people felt overwhelmed me is because it works with these pants. It's volume on volume, but I think it works.&nbsp;</p> <p>Anyway, you are completely right -- I would only need toppers for later in the period (from mid-September until October). But then I will REALLY need them. And these don't cut it!&nbsp;</p> <p>Thank you, Alexandra, Una, Cheryl, Annie, Karie, LBD, Nancy!&nbsp;</p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/angies-fall-capsule-from-my-wardrobe/page/2#post-1016270 Wed, 28 Aug 2013 23:10:32 +0000 Firecracker (Sharan) 1016270@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Finally got around to reviewing this post in some detail. My reaction was similar to Rae's--I wondered if you need the toppers, per se, and I like her idea of a vest or scarf instead. I love the outfits without the jackets. The ones with them are great, too, but I'm more drawn to the others. <br />I really, really like the style of the Leiths on you and love them with your sweaters, the linen top, and the Equipment blouse. To die for! I hear you on your comfort issues with them, though. I would just urge you not to give up on the style. I tried on the Leiths in the store, and they did not fit me at all, anywhere--seriously. Big fat bummer! But during NAS I tried on the Joie track pants and wore them for quite a while as I tried on tops. I loved them! I liked the look and the feel. I didn't end up getting them because the stripe wasn't "me" and I still think I should be able to make a pair of these simple pants! (But will? That's another question.) </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/angies-fall-capsule-from-my-wardrobe/page/2#post-1016245 Wed, 28 Aug 2013 22:26:32 +0000 Alexandra 1016245@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I am late to this, but OMG, what an awesome capsule! It looks great just laid out, and then even better when you put it on. Impressive.<br />Your capsule made me wish I was a mix-and-match person, it's that inspiring. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/angies-fall-capsule-from-my-wardrobe/page/2#post-1015913 Wed, 28 Aug 2013 16:32:04 +0000 catgirl 1015913@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Suz, I am impressed and intimidated by your skills.&nbsp; I just posted about it in another thread.</p> <p>I have not worn the Leiths either - in fact, I weirdly forgot about them, and you reminded me to pull them out.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/angies-fall-capsule-from-my-wardrobe/page/2#post-1015892 Wed, 28 Aug 2013 16:22:42 +0000 cheryl 1015892@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I think you have done a fantastic job on the entire capsule. Those jeans look amazing on you and you look great in the Leith's and skirt as well. This has been such a fun and educational thread to read. Everyone has such good advice to offer. I must agree that the denim jacket doesn't do justice to your gorgeous, stylish self. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/angies-fall-capsule-from-my-wardrobe/page/2#post-1015725 Wed, 28 Aug 2013 13:24:09 +0000 AnnieMouse 1015725@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Love the slouchy jeans with the booties - super inspirational for me for the season, as I'm new to the whole booties idea, and I've been floundering as to how they will best move into fall. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/angies-fall-capsule-from-my-wardrobe/page/2#post-1014815 Tue, 27 Aug 2013 16:19:37 +0000 Karie 1014815@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I really like your outfits here. My only suggestions have to do with the Leith pants. I agree that the styling is tricky, so take my suggestions with a grain of salt. Also, mine don't pool at the bottom because I'm tall - mine hang straight. I wear them with fluid tops that have banded bottoms or&nbsp;asymeterical hemlines. The tops I have been wearing hit at hip length or higher.&nbsp;They also look great with a moto jacket, denim jacket, denim vest&nbsp;or a cardi with the sleeves scrunched. I don't care for them with button-downs or with anything tucked. I prefer them with heels, but I have also worn them with my studded flat sandals.</p> <p>You've done a great job with your capsule!&nbsp;&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/angies-fall-capsule-from-my-wardrobe/page/2#post-1014223 Mon, 26 Aug 2013 23:05:47 +0000 Mary Beth (formerly LBD) 1014223@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>WOW!&nbsp; I really really love what you've done here, Suz!&nbsp;&nbsp; The stuff just laid out, I was like, 'yeah, okay'.&nbsp; &nbsp; Then you put it on, and WOW!&nbsp; Just fantastic!</p> <p>The other gals have some great suggestions, but you know what?&nbsp; &nbsp; You could wear any of these outfits to most venues in Atlanta, and you would be, hands-down, the most stylish woman in the room/restaurant/bar/theatre/dancefloor.</p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/angies-fall-capsule-from-my-wardrobe/page/2#post-1013824 Mon, 26 Aug 2013 12:58:35 +0000 nancylee 1013824@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Amazing as always, Suz. &nbsp;And very inspiring. &nbsp;You're such a quick study! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/angies-fall-capsule-from-my-wardrobe/page/2#post-1013820 Mon, 26 Aug 2013 12:56:27 +0000 Suz 1013820@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Thanks, Elly - that is sweet of you to say. And I agree absolutely about those jackets. The silk tops can't be worn (on me) untucked because they're then too long, making the leg line too short. As for wearing those Leiths with tights underneath, I have my doubts. In my climate this would lead to serious static cling issues --- I'd be snap, crackle, and popping my way around! But I won't rule it out absolutely until I have tried it. That would be a real way to extend their wearing season for sure!&nbsp;</p> <p>Mona, thanks -- these jeans are not actually BFs. Which may be why people tend to like them. They're called "slouchy skinnies" (and they are from about five years ago). Plus, I sized up a size.&nbsp;So they are skinnies, but a bit looser -- and that makes them perfectly on trend now! So funny.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/angies-fall-capsule-from-my-wardrobe/page/2#post-1013810 Mon, 26 Aug 2013 12:31:54 +0000 Elly 1013810@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Suz-- I agree that neither of the jackets really works. I don't love the denim one on you at all. </p> <p>I would be tempted to try to wear the leiths with an untucked draped top, did you try it with the cat blouse untucked? I also think a drapey black column or a slim black top with the leiths would look great on you, especially under the kimono jacket or leather as it cools off. You may be able to wear them into winter if they work with tights or long underwear (maybe even a pair of running tights) under them. I particularly like them with the open vamp shoes, but I think they would look great with some tougher boots as well. </p> <p>A great deal of the outfits look Fab-- so I think the exercise was both productive and a success! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/angies-fall-capsule-from-my-wardrobe/page/2#post-1013792 Mon, 26 Aug 2013 11:47:09 +0000 Mona 1013792@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>This is a great capsule, Suz. The first thing I want to mention is the BF's look spectacular on you, both rolled and unrolled. The fit is spot on.<br /> The capsule has a nice variety and many interesting items. I really like Leiths on you but I also see what your concerns are.<br /> Adding a fuschia or plum jacket would be wonderful. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/angies-fall-capsule-from-my-wardrobe/page/2#post-1013688 Mon, 26 Aug 2013 02:33:14 +0000 Jaime 1013688@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I think your capsule outfits are fantastic and do really like the Leiths on you. I understand why you don't love wearing them but the look is splendid. I am also intrigued by the comments about pointy toes and pumps because I am very into pointy toes right now&nbsp;and I am wondering if adding structure to my slouchy looks is the reason why. Honestly there were too many 10+ outfits here for me to choose favorites, great capsule! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/angies-fall-capsule-from-my-wardrobe/page/2#post-1013614 Sun, 25 Aug 2013 23:39:53 +0000 Caro in Oz 1013614@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Just wanted to say I think this is a fabulous capsule,Angie is right about the colour &amp; texture too - it all looks so&nbsp;rich &amp; interesting to me. </p> <p>Maybe the Leith's are not capsule material (sorry). I think that they would need to work with every top/topper &amp; shoe otherwise they are extras not workhorses imo. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/angies-fall-capsule-from-my-wardrobe#post-1013604 Sun, 25 Aug 2013 23:26:09 +0000 Lisa 1013604@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I am really enjoying this exercise.&nbsp; I started digging in my closet but lost the sunlight to snap photos today, so I will have to save that for another day.&nbsp; Looking at this capsule, I do see a lot of neutrals, which isn't bad, but after a summer of bright white as a core color, maybe what you need here is one strong color to lighten up the capsule? </p> <p>The track pants are a fun piece, but it sounds like you are ready to move on with them.&nbsp; I say only keep things that make you happy in your closet and they sound like they are troublesome to wear.&nbsp; And I adore a denim jacket in this capsule, but I think a shorter one that is slightly more streamlined would be a fab addition here.</p> <p> As I have started trying to put together my own capsule, I noticed two<br /> things right away. 1. I have very few layering tops and the one's I do<br /> have are mostly dark colors. 2. I don't have a leather jacket I would<br /> feel comfortable wearing indoors.&nbsp; My denim jacket I don't mind, but I'm<br /> not sure I'd like wearing leather all day inside.&nbsp; And I am finding this exercise a GREAT way to identify wardrobe holes instead of my old strategy of being in a store, seeing something that catches my eye and then bringing it home to try and make it work with my wardrobe. &nbsp;&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/angies-fall-capsule-from-my-wardrobe#post-1013599 Sun, 25 Aug 2013 22:53:42 +0000 Vildy 1013599@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Yes - if you get some sharp, structured pumps<i>, then</i> try the Leiths again, with the punctuation of the architectural element. That way the blousiness will showcase the shoe's structure and vice versa. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/angies-fall-capsule-from-my-wardrobe#post-1013586 Sun, 25 Aug 2013 22:17:53 +0000 Suz 1013586@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Denise, thank you - -and if you come back here - I hope you are okay!!&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/angies-fall-capsule-from-my-wardrobe#post-1013555 Sun, 25 Aug 2013 21:03:58 +0000 CocoLion 1013555@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Suz, if you will forgive me, my mind is so stressed and distracted right now. I don't have it in me to provide my usual feedback. &nbsp;So I am just going to go with what jumped out at me in a quick fashion.</p> <p>- Great work, fabulous capsule! &nbsp; So may great looks here.&nbsp;<br />- In terms of replacement, I concur with the denim military jacket being what would merit a new item. &nbsp;Love Angie's suggestion of a lighter leather jacket. &nbsp;I have a light taupe unlined pigskin jacket I got from BB Dakota 1.5 years ago and it is perfect for early Fall&nbsp;as well as Spring.<br />- I love the Leiths on you. &nbsp;I think they need more refined footwear such as the pumps, to counter balance the lack of structure in them. &nbsp;I like the way they work with your black pumps rather than the booties. &nbsp;The booties look amazing with the jeans, which are more structured.<br />- Your tops are all current, flattering and beautiful.<br />- Another hole might be for pointy toe pumps. &nbsp;(see above) &nbsp;I read somewhere that pumps are having another moment this fall. &nbsp;Or, flat D'Orsays might also work if you don't want a heel.</p> <p>Your efforts here are so inspiring! &nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/angies-fall-capsule-from-my-wardrobe#post-1013546 Sun, 25 Aug 2013 20:41:31 +0000 Suz 1013546@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Thanks everybody! Very helpful to get your thoughts.&nbsp;</p> <p>Shannon, let me count the ways the Leiths bother me...even though I love them in theory. They are very snug on the ankle, yet the fabric pools so much there unless I hike them up to my actual waist. But when I hike them up to my natural waist, they are too short in the rise (so no longer slouchy, though still baggy, of course). &nbsp;Plus, hiking them up doesn't last because they&nbsp;tend to fall down on their own and can't be tightened. And I don't like the tie at the waist (which doesn't work to tighten them and is merely decorative, by the way).&nbsp;</p> <p>Goodness, now that I have said it all, no wonder I do not love these pants!&nbsp;</p> <p>Plus, more than anything, I think that the <b>kind</b> of slouch is wrong for me. It has to do with the tight ankles. I <b>adore</b> my other slouchy pants (jeans included). At first I thought, "Oh, maybe I can only handle one super slouchy piece in an outfit -- I'll try this with a tailored top." But the tailored tops feel too crisp and all wrong (and keep coming untucked) so that isn't right for me, either. Best are the knits with a banded hem. But even they are not so great. I just don't feel fab in them.&nbsp;</p> <p>And I think the denim jacket is going to go, too. I thrifted it for $2 and wore it quite a bit (as an outdoor jacket) last fall -- so no loss!</p> <p>It may even be time for the AT blazer to get an upgrade, although that is a nice jacket that will probably never wear out.&nbsp;</p> <p>Becky, thank you, and I'm glad if my mistakes can benefit someone!&nbsp;</p> <p>Unfrumped, I agree and I think you're right-- I loved my yellow bag last summer. Maybe I should look for something in orange or mustard.&nbsp;</p> <p>Rachy, you and Vildy are spot on about this. I need more architecture. Especially where the Leiths are concerned. I do pointy toes and would wear them -- but they wouldn't have worked with all the items in this capsule so I ruled them out for purposes of the experiment.&nbsp;</p> <p>Gaylene -- great idea. I think I'll look at the tops first, and then the bottoms second. And I agree. If I keep the Leiths at all, they should be an occasional piece, not a capsule building piece. It's okay to have a couple of items like that in the closet, after all.&nbsp;</p> <p>Beth Ann, you are right -- that jacket needs to go, and&nbsp;I need to remember that not everyone is staring at me the way I stare at me! Still, the design of these pants is not the best (see above).&nbsp;</p> <p>Angie, you're right about the leather. Had I known that those NAS jackets would feel so different from my leather jackets, I would have nabbed one! &nbsp;My taupe one &nbsp;is absolutely fine to wear&nbsp;indoors in the late fall/ winter/ early spring but it&nbsp;would feel too heavy for me at our current temperatures. And the white one is heavier than that.&nbsp;</p> <p>Kyle, thank you - you are way too generous!&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/angies-fall-capsule-from-my-wardrobe#post-1013536 Sun, 25 Aug 2013 20:18:03 +0000 Transcona Shannon 1013536@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Suz - between you, Ingunn and Kelly, I am getting so much inspiration regarding fall capsules. I will admit I have not yet attempted to put one together as I find the exercise positively overwhelming and somewhat intimidating. However, on to you...</p> <p>I think you've done a brilliant job and how wonderful that all these items are already in your closet. I do echo Gaylene's comment about the colour scheme - definitely much darker and more neutral than your usual IMHO. that having been said, the lighter coloured cat print silk blouse, white tuxedo shirt and DVF sweater add some overall brightness.</p> <p>I'm afraid I'm not feeling a lot of love for your denim jacket - there's a crispness or fit issue that's not working to my eye. I am also struggling a bit with that element as I would like a denim jacket to wear as an outdoor jacket in fall (as opposed to wearing it in place of blazer during the summer, which I frequently do). The proportions of a cropped denim jacket doesn't work for that purpose does it? I love Angie's suggestion of a light weight leather topper but I'm not sure where we Canadians would find one of those.</p> <p>I think the Leith's look brilliant on you. What is it about the fit that bothers you?&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/angies-fall-capsule-from-my-wardrobe#post-1013511 Sun, 25 Aug 2013 19:28:22 +0000 cobaltblue 1013511@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>It so instructive watching you work through this. I felt a bit intimidated by Ingunn's amazing capsule as she made it all look so easy. Yours looks great too, but I see that you're struggling through the details that just aren't spot-on for you to find good answers and identify wardrobe holes. Very helpful to see you go through the process!</p> <p>I'm rooting for orchid, by the way! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/angies-fall-capsule-from-my-wardrobe#post-1013504 Sun, 25 Aug 2013 19:10:44 +0000 unfrumped 1013504@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I like your outfits and capsule work.<br />Have you thought about finding what would be a 3rd or 4th color for the (maybe cliche) "pop" ? For belts, bags, watch type thing.<br />I'm not a successful example, but I've been realizing that I was gravitating toward handbags and belts that are the same as my neutrals or in the same color family as my "face flattering" colors--so gray, black, raspberry, fuchsia would catch my eye--when I probably needed to go across the color wheel to cognac, pumpkin, mustard or similar. Colors I would not wear in a blouse so much, but that provide rich and warm contrast with the neutrals and cool colors. I can even use those colors in&nbsp;necklaces when the top is in a "good" color, and get a similar more interesting effect.&nbsp;I'm finding that the outfit photos I like --in magazines and such--have a lot more of that kind of thing going on than I do in my own outfits. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/angies-fall-capsule-from-my-wardrobe#post-1013479 Sun, 25 Aug 2013 17:51:09 +0000 rachylou 1013479@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Ok. I love all these outfits. Particularly the pencil and denim jacket - that's the best denim jacket I've ever seen (and I'm denim shy). But here's my deal, they all make me a little uncomfortable seeing them on you. I have a yen for more architecture, if you will, and you know what I'm thinking... pointy shoes. Can you do pointy shoes? </p> <p>Maybe angularity is a better word than architecture. Something pointy and sharp. Maybe it could be brought in with jewelry, if the idea catches your fancy. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/angies-fall-capsule-from-my-wardrobe#post-1013470 Sun, 25 Aug 2013 17:44:03 +0000 Gaylene 1013470@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>First of all, Suz, I think your capsule looks pretty fabulous as is, but you need to feel excited and happy with it if it is going to be a workhorse for you.</p> <p>If you are thinking of playing around with it a bit more before committing to a shopping excursion, why not pull out the tops you'd especially like to wear in the next few months, then work on the bottoms, and lastly, figure out a possible topper or two that would carry you through the early fall? Personally, my two favorite toppers for this time period are my light-weight, bronzey-tone trench and a summer-weight, brown/black EF cardigan, with the bonus being I can layer these two items if the temperature drops suddenly.&nbsp; As you've said, our fall weather can be quite warm, so our fabrics might be the same as the ones we like to wear in the summer, but it's nice if the color palette changes to reflect the season.</p> <p>I think those Leith pants are an interesting alternative, but I wonder, for you, if they have enough versatility to be part of a capsule? Might you have more fun with them if you just found a couple of tops that worked well with them and left it at that? As Angie has pointed out before, there is nothing wrong with having items that are solo players in our wardrobe. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/angies-fall-capsule-from-my-wardrobe#post-1013467 Sun, 25 Aug 2013 17:41:38 +0000 Beth Ann 1013467@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Wondeful capsule, Suz!&nbsp; You really flourish when you give yourself limitations to deal with!&nbsp; I think all of these are working well, except for perhaps the denim jacket with the midi --- it's seems a little heavy in weight and proportion, perhaps, although it might be a welcome thing in winter.</p> <p>aaargh!&nbsp; I've been interrupted 6 times in making this reply.........try again!</p> <p>I love the berry sweater.&nbsp; Such a fab addition, and the tux shirt with the jeans is minimal, crisp and modern.&nbsp; Yeah!</p> <p>As for the Leiths:&nbsp; I'm getting ready to attempt another try at making these.&nbsp; I've seen some with a flat front and elastic back that might suit you better.&nbsp; Also, what about a pair of upsized silk trousers with a regular waistband?&nbsp; They would be "track" pants, but they would be silky, slouchy and tapered.&nbsp; Hmmmm....making me think.........&nbsp; For now, please remember that, when we see you in profile, we see all of you, not just your lower torso!&nbsp; It's easy to focus on vision on one place.</p> <p> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/angies-fall-capsule-from-my-wardrobe#post-1013461 Sun, 25 Aug 2013 17:31:38 +0000 Angie 1013461@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Suz, perhaps you need a LIGHTWEIGHT leather jacket (like my blush moto). That's the wardrobe hole. Your Danier jackets are heavy - stunningly killer - but not lightweight. Just a thought. My leather jacket capsule provides an assortment of weights, which I've found very practical. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/angies-fall-capsule-from-my-wardrobe#post-1013450 Sun, 25 Aug 2013 17:08:18 +0000 Kyle 1013450@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I am inspired and beyond impressed. Ever single outfit is simply fab. Suz, you are a stunning example of what many of us aspire to achieve.</p> <p> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/angies-fall-capsule-from-my-wardrobe#post-1013449 Sun, 25 Aug 2013 17:06:09 +0000 Suz 1013449@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Thanks, everyone -- you are very kind.&nbsp;</p> <p>Angie, the taupe leather jacket would work, but not for the temperatures. Rae is closer to the mark when she suggests I might not *need* &nbsp;a topper at all -- at least until the 3rd week of September. It's usually quite warm, yet the light begins to feel autumnal in late August. So a person craves autumn colours, for sure. (Or at least this person does!) </p> <p>I also feel seasonally confused in the leather jacket with the Leith pants and even with the VC skirt (although that might be okay with hose and the jacket). I am very "matchy matchy"&nbsp;&nbsp;about my fabric weights, I guess. Sveta asked me why I wouldn't wear my striped linen shirt in the winter. Well...the truth is, I might wear it, as a layering piece. But I couldn't wear it on its own in winter at all -- and it wouldn't feel good layered over a cami.&nbsp;</p> <p>I first tried this capsule with my regular denim jacket. But it really only worked with the skirt, and only with some of the tops even then. The proportions were just off. I do have one top that I can wear with it and the Leiths, but it wasn't in my capsule.&nbsp;</p> <p>Missy, I suspect you are right. I actually love the look of the track pants -- on others. But either these are not "my" ideal track pant, or they just don't work for me, period, because no matter how they look, they don't feel fab on me somehow.&nbsp;</p> <p>Rae, for some reason the semi-tuck doesn't work for me and the Leiths. It might be the elastic waist or it might be the cut of the tops I chose -- it won't stay in and out, if you know what I mean. So I compromised by tucking and blousing to hide the elastic waist.&nbsp;</p> <p>Kelly, you hit on something with the fabric puffing when tucked. That isn't actually the problem -- but from the side, the silhouette is that dreaded "ice cream cone" look. Bleah! I don't mind baggy backside in the least but I feel schlumpy in these pants from the side. (Front view is okay for me)</p> <p>Kelly, I think you are also spot on about the colours. I should have used my white jeans or even my white denim jacket for a bit more variety.&nbsp;</p> <p>Gaylene, that is a gorgeous colour palette. And it makes me think I could have swapped out the white button down for my orchid coloured one, for more colour and "zip." It's a more fitted style, too, so would have offered some variety in that way as well.&nbsp;</p> <p>Reflecting on this, I remember <b>how often</b> I wore that knit fuchsia jacket last year -- and I think I understand why it was so useful to me.&nbsp;I am also thinking that maybe I really do need a new, upgraded fuchsia (or orchid, or plum coloured) jacket. Hmmmmm. I sense a shopping spree coming on....</p>