https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/argh-transitonal-warddrobe-frustration Style Advice for Fashion Lovers en-US Wed, 20 May 2026 08:58:08 +0000 http://bbpress.org/?v=1.0.2 q https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/search.php https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/argh-transitonal-warddrobe-frustration#post-217927 Sat, 18 Sep 2010 18:03:34 +0000 Angie 217927@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Oh! The jacket looks more fitted than I thought. MUCH better.Can you see how much larger it looks in the jumpsuit outfit? Thanks for posting. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/argh-transitonal-warddrobe-frustration#post-217857 Sat, 18 Sep 2010 15:44:56 +0000 Jenava 217857@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p><a href="http://outfitdiary.blogspot.com/search/label/denim%20jacket" rel="nofollow">http://outfitdiary.blogspot.co.....m%20jacket</a></p> <p>here are more photos of it, it could be the photo...it's cropped but on the boxy side.</p> <p>I'm going to raise my budget to $350 and look for boots I can tuck pants into. I've been wanting to replace a cheapy pair of mid-calf moto boots for a while. Mid-calf boots aren't so flattering on me, plus I think I want something dark brown. I'm tired of black! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/argh-transitonal-warddrobe-frustration#post-217849 Sat, 18 Sep 2010 15:16:47 +0000 Angie 217849@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Nothing like fab boots to carry you from Summer into Autumn. Keep us posted on what you get!</p> <p>Jenava, the denim jacket looks very big in the photo. Could it be the photo somehow? You don't strike me as someone who would deliberately wear an over-sized denim jacket! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/argh-transitonal-warddrobe-frustration#post-217772 Sat, 18 Sep 2010 04:59:44 +0000 Jenava 217772@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>OK - oxfords, check. They are great for rain, honestly, and look great with my skinny pants.</p> <p>I belatedly looked for Indigo by Clarks low-heeled desert boots, all sold out. But thinking about this idea....</p> <p>Angie - I like my denim jacket so it's tough to hear it's too big, but OTOH I bought it online for a great deal and I know that a nipped in version would be more flattering.</p> <p>I have plenty of skirts and dresses but just not feeling fun in them ATM. I think I need a few more pairs of boots... </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/argh-transitonal-warddrobe-frustration#post-217708 Sat, 18 Sep 2010 02:26:40 +0000 Angie 217708@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Nothing wrong with your outfits! </p> <p>I'm in skirts/ dresses and boots at the moment - sans hose. Cheeky jackets and fun scarves plus the only bracelet I own. I find the weather perfect for that type of outfit. </p> <p>If I were 15 years younger I'd be all over short shorts with boots right now.</p> <p>pssst. You REALLY need a form fitting denim jacket. The one you have is far too big, Jenava. That should be on your shopping list pronto </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/argh-transitonal-warddrobe-frustration#post-217644 Sat, 18 Sep 2010 00:41:44 +0000 annagybe 217644@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I been wearing the heck out some low heeled lace up ankle boots lately. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/argh-transitonal-warddrobe-frustration#post-217641 Sat, 18 Sep 2010 00:38:02 +0000 Megan 217641@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Hi Jenava, </p> <p>I'm in a similar situation here in Australia- it's been raining a bit and it's not quite spring so not really warm enough for skirts and dresses but getting too warm for boots. </p> <p>I don't really have much advice but thought I'd mention that my oxfords are getting a work out- I find them great for rainy days. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/argh-transitonal-warddrobe-frustration#post-217638 Sat, 18 Sep 2010 00:29:23 +0000 Jenava 217638@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Anagybe, very wise. I have a pair of wellies but honestly only wear them when it's pouring and I can't get away with or it's raining too hard for dress boots.</p> <p>The tunic idea is really great. I like the idea because I could layer cropped or long jacket/cardis and still feel fab in skinny pants. I have one, lone tunic. Clearly this is an area I could improve.</p> <p>Thanks for the compliments on the outfits, I know they aren't bad - it's just that I feel like it's all I can think of to wear right now and it's frustrating when I have a closet full of things I like but either don't fit well or aren't weather appropriate...or are just dresses and skirts I can't deal with wearing because they require decorum or tights or both!</p> <p>I dont' have many scarves, but I love the ones I have, so those will definately help punch up outfits...I just need to think of how to combine them with the things I have that will work for this time of year and my current *ahem* body issues.</p> <p>Thanks for talking me back from the brink of pulling out my hair. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/argh-transitonal-warddrobe-frustration#post-217636 Sat, 18 Sep 2010 00:23:00 +0000 annagybe 217636@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I would suggest boots. I live in Seattle too. I only wear my wellies when it's pouring down rain, which isn't often. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/argh-transitonal-warddrobe-frustration#post-217622 Fri, 17 Sep 2010 23:55:54 +0000 taylor 217622@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Ooh LOVE the sequin tank...that really punches up an outfit!!</p> <p>I feel your pain..transitioning is difficult...I am in the same boat here...commiserating... </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/argh-transitonal-warddrobe-frustration#post-217606 Fri, 17 Sep 2010 23:01:19 +0000 Isabel 217606@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>OMG, I also don't think that your outfits are "yawn" , your shirts have so much visual interest !</p> <p>Many of the already made suggestions are great. I like the leggings idea. I also like a lighter weight skirt with a slip ( for warmth ) and boots. How about a lightweight scarf in a fun pattern? You can can get some great ones on ebay...even silk ones, with fab colors. With $200, I would absolutely focus on rain shoesboots. Then anything that you can layer, like Barbara suggested.</p> <p>Lightweight sweater vests are another great option. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/argh-transitonal-warddrobe-frustration#post-217588 Fri, 17 Sep 2010 22:26:19 +0000 Barbara 217588@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Jeneva, it's still 90 degrees here, but I know how you feel. And I don't think your outfits are a yawn! Layers of lightweight cotton or rayon sweaters over tees is how I handle those nippy (or gray rainy) days. When it gets cold, I add corduroy jackets. Everything I wear is a rich, saturated color. And usually with a slamming pair of jeans, although I recently purchased two fierce animal print skirts from Target. It's amazing how rich colors and fun patterns can make you feel. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/argh-transitonal-warddrobe-frustration#post-217585 Fri, 17 Sep 2010 22:23:50 +0000 lady 217585@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>('scuse my abscence...had to work)</p> <p>Good job on running!</p> <p>I hear you on not wanting to spend money on clothes that (hopefully!) won't fit in a few months. I was on that fence too. In the end I got a coupon and hit a sale that allowed me 3 pairs for a touch over $60. My mom also hovers around my size, so my plan is to pass them along to her when I no longer can fit them. </p> <p>Accessories are always a fun way to update AND you will still be able to wear them regardless of size. I've been buying necklaces here and there anytime I run across one cheap. Isn't that oneof fAngie's first ways of bringing in the new season? I think I remember reading that somewhere.... </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/argh-transitonal-warddrobe-frustration#post-217568 Fri, 17 Sep 2010 21:37:07 +0000 kellygirl 217568@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I was thinking what agrace said. What about investing in a few tunics or dresses that you can belt or accessorize with a scarf, wear under a bf cardi, wear with a cropped jacket? You could wear them with leggings or skinnies. I've played with this look and quite like it. </p> <p>BTW, I think your "Yawn" outfits are terrific. I LOVE the skinnies version with that gorgeous ruffled top and the black boots. That's a killer look for you! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/argh-transitonal-warddrobe-frustration#post-217514 Fri, 17 Sep 2010 18:52:37 +0000 agrace 217514@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Well, I feel your pain. How do you feel about leggings? What about leggings and a low wedge (almost flat) shoe with an empire waist dress, or any dress for that matter? It'd be something different and different is very refreshing. </p> <p>This is something I've been wearing and I feel great in it. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/argh-transitonal-warddrobe-frustration#post-217502 Fri, 17 Sep 2010 18:31:51 +0000 Jenava 217502@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Oh, I do have some blazers...I need to work on how to wear them more often as a cardi alternative. Good suggestion! Only one is a longer length, but I could still see an opportunity for working them in...Good point about the belt...belts are on my wish list and I actually shopped for some the other night but didn't find anything that I wanted to spend my money on. )-: </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/argh-transitonal-warddrobe-frustration#post-217499 Fri, 17 Sep 2010 18:29:54 +0000 Lisa 217499@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>My transition plan is to add layers to existing items by:<br /> today I have a short sleeve shirt, with a tank under it for more warmth and a scarf, I'm also wearing boots and socks instead of sandals.</p> <p>Besides adding a second layer under my shorter sleeve items, and cardi's which you are already doing (from your posts), I am adding jackets (blazers?) as a non cardi top layer. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/argh-transitonal-warddrobe-frustration#post-217497 Fri, 17 Sep 2010 18:27:31 +0000 Jenava 217497@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Lady, yep, as you can see by my pics, I have a wide-leg denim pair that I fit into again (they were much too big last year!). I went running twice this week...that's something! Hopefully my motivation stays with me, as well. But, that's why I am so befuddled about purchases...I don't want to buy stuff I'll be too small for in a few months! Arg! Maybe I should just concentrate on shoes/boots for now...But even that is tough when I'm unsure of which pants/skirts/dresses I'll be in for the season. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/argh-transitonal-warddrobe-frustration#post-217486 Fri, 17 Sep 2010 18:14:58 +0000 lady 217486@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I can sympathize with you here. I've gained weight since the Spring. I also had to spend money on 'holes' versus 'cool'. I ordered 3 pairs of trousers that I'm waiting to arrive, in the meantime I've been fudging with my cropped pants and skirts. Unfortunately I think this week will be the last of the cropped pants and I'll have to face the music and deal with my not quite fitting wardrobe.</p> <p>Since I can't do a wardrobe overhaul, I spent $9 on a workout dvd. I'm really hoping that I can stay focused, eat well and work out regularly so I can fit my pants and tops better before the weather forces me into a corner. I'd also like to start posting outfits so I can get feedback on how to refresh what I've got but I don't want to post ill-fitting looks. that would be the epitome of 'unfab'.</p> <p>I also need some weather proof shoes that can take me all over downtown. I'll definitely be checking your thread for suggestions on that matter...</p> <p>In the meantime I think I'll be relying on my wide legged trousers (I think I read somewhere they are trending again-I hope so!), 3/4 sleeve jackets, and skirts (need hosiery). I'm seriously hoping the trousers I've ordered will fit.....I ordered up a size from what I'd worn previously. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/argh-transitonal-warddrobe-frustration#post-217465 Fri, 17 Sep 2010 17:28:08 +0000 Jenava 217465@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Thanks, guys!<br /> Louise, I have a pair of wellies on my wish list! But, sometimes I have to walk to different buildings during the day, so having the option of a professional shoe I don't have to change is very nice.</p> <p>I have two pair of ponte knit pants, one at the tailors, so I haven't felt their freeing impact on my warddrobe yet...LOL...But with the weight I have been feeling the need to cover up with longer tops when doing the slim pants/skinny jeans.</p> <p>I do have a leather jacket that I've been getting a lot of wear out of. It's cropped, so again I don't really love it with the skinny pants, etc. It looks fine, but I'm a little uncomfortable. But I have been wearing it with skirts.</p> <p>I guess part of my issue is that I haven't been in the mood for skirts or dresses lately, and I don't have my pants warddrobe quite figured out. I don't do bootcuts because of heel height issues (I need the option of switching to flats at work), but skinnies work great...if I have longer tops/cardis! I also want to do more boot tucking this year, but most of my boots don't have enough room for tucking pants into.</p> <p>Do people keep different boots for tucking than for wearing with tights? </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/argh-transitonal-warddrobe-frustration#post-217462 Fri, 17 Sep 2010 17:24:11 +0000 Louise 217462@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I'd recommend wellies for the rain then change your shoes when you get to work x </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/argh-transitonal-warddrobe-frustration#post-217460 Fri, 17 Sep 2010 17:11:14 +0000 Anonymous 217460@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>It's still warm and humid here but I love my leather jackets for transitional times. A brown moto style jacket from last years NAS is a real workhorse that helps me feel fab. I could see you in a black moto jacket and it wouldn't have to be real leather.<br /> Boots of any kind for your feet. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/argh-transitonal-warddrobe-frustration#post-217458 Fri, 17 Sep 2010 17:00:00 +0000 jag923 217458@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I like both outfits you posted. Maybe belting the cardis would make you feel more on trend. My transitional uniform consists of leggings, ankle booties, a skinny belt or two, ponte pants, and tiered vests. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/argh-transitonal-warddrobe-frustration#post-217457 Fri, 17 Sep 2010 16:57:24 +0000 chewyspaghetti 217457@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I am still in dress/shorts weather here, so I am no help. I just wanted to send a hug- I feel your frustration! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/argh-transitonal-warddrobe-frustration#post-217456 Fri, 17 Sep 2010 16:54:38 +0000 Jenava 217456@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I know a lot of people have been excited to wear their new Fall items, but I have been trying to keep my new purchases only to my real "holes". Which is leading me to dressing dillemas of late. A few things that have added to my frustration:</p> <p>The weather isn't cold yet, but it's very gray and rainy, so I need to wear lighter-weight items but still be covered for the weather</p> <p>I've gained 10 pounds since last Fall, so many of my perfectly good Fall bottoms don't fit any longer. Boo!</p> <p>I really need better comfortable, rain friendly, work shoes, too. This adds to the things I need and can't afford!</p> <p>Payday is coming and I have decided to spend about $200 on items I need, but I am not even sure what that is!</p> <p>So, help me out - what are your transitional uniforms? I need inspiration, so post pics if you have them! I know Angie did a post about this, too, but I need more details!</p> <p>I've attached what I've worn recently for reference. Bascially, long cardis, jeans, and a blouse...*yawn* </p>