https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ask-angie-keep-or-purge-these-jackets Style Advice for Fashion Lovers en-US Wed, 15 Apr 2026 23:50:57 +0000 http://bbpress.org/?v=1.0.2 q https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/search.php https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ask-angie-keep-or-purge-these-jackets#post-903789 Wed, 10 Apr 2013 03:13:31 +0000 Sveta 903789@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ The first one is a good fit and fun look so if it fits your style keep. The leather one is classic - keep. I would pass the velvet and denim. I like the utility jacket but if it does not feel like you then it should also go.<br /> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ask-angie-keep-or-purge-these-jackets#post-903777 Wed, 10 Apr 2013 03:08:26 +0000 Ariadne 903777@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ I really like the cargo jacket (but I have 2 in different fabrications and wear them all the time, so I'm very very biased). &nbsp;Love the leather one too. https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ask-angie-keep-or-purge-these-jackets#post-903617 Wed, 10 Apr 2013 01:25:26 +0000 Thistle 903617@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ I like 1,4,and 6. &nbsp;I would pass on the velvet. It looks dated to my eye. Also, not sold on the cargo jacket. &nbsp;I like the idea of a cargo jacket, just not this one. &nbsp; https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ask-angie-keep-or-purge-these-jackets#post-903603 Wed, 10 Apr 2013 01:19:01 +0000 ElleH 903603@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ Thanks Robin:) Just trying to learn here so I don't need to bother everyone with questions on YLF forever.&nbsp; https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ask-angie-keep-or-purge-these-jackets#post-903272 Tue, 09 Apr 2013 21:00:07 +0000 Angie 903272@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ Ah sorry! Yes. Pass on the denim blazer as well. Too sweet for your style. <br /> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ask-angie-keep-or-purge-these-jackets#post-903269 Tue, 09 Apr 2013 20:56:11 +0000 Liz A. 903269@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ both the velvet and the denim fit you wonderfully.&nbsp; it's just a matter of whether you are interested in styling them. https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ask-angie-keep-or-purge-these-jackets#post-903229 Tue, 09 Apr 2013 20:33:26 +0000 Robin M 903229@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ Elle-- I'm not the expert here just speaking from personal experience as I am an hourglass and have had a really hard time finding flattering jackets. My problem is definitely finding jackets that don’t hit me at the widest part of my hip. You have a lovely figure and sometimes people aren't interested in emphasizing a feminine silhouette in their personal style which means they could really enjoy styling your utility jacket. I got the impression from your photos that emphasizing your shape was something you enjoyed in your style choices—hence the advice. As for how short your jackets should be—the length of the first 2 are really flattering IMO. https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ask-angie-keep-or-purge-these-jackets#post-903213 Tue, 09 Apr 2013 20:17:56 +0000 Vildy 903213@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ I have an 8 type figure as well. And I can sew and alter my clothing. <br />Just spotted this - I love to show off where my hip <i>is</i><br /> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ask-angie-keep-or-purge-these-jackets#post-903168 Tue, 09 Apr 2013 19:46:14 +0000 ElleH 903168@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ Thanks Angie:) &amp; everyone else. Angie&nbsp;did you mean pass on the denim blazer as well? https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ask-angie-keep-or-purge-these-jackets#post-903152 Tue, 09 Apr 2013 19:19:15 +0000 Suz 903152@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ The first jacket is fun and funky, fits well,&nbsp;and seems to fit in pretty well with your style, Elle - or at least your former style. (I say that because recent items or try-ons make it seem as if you are heading in an new direction.) On the one hand, it feels a bit dated to me. On the other hand, it's quite a unique piece and a fun statement.&nbsp;<br /><br />The others are good if you feel good in them and find them easy to style. I have a bit of a poison eye for puffed sleeves and I'm not sure if you are particularly fond of them. If you are, and you like the jackets, then why not keep?&nbsp;<br /><br />The utility jacket seems maybe a bit stiff and boxy for your style preferences? Or maybe the colour makes it hard for you to use? I'm not sure. I know I haven't found a utility jacket yet that doesn't seem to swamp me somehow. Maybe that is what you are feeling, too.&nbsp;<br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ask-angie-keep-or-purge-these-jackets#post-903150 Tue, 09 Apr 2013 19:17:49 +0000 Angie 903150@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ I love #1! So eclectic and boho! Fab fit. <br /><br />I like the leather jacket too. Very Rocker Chic. <br /><br />I vote pass on the last two jackets. The velvet is dated *for you*, while the utility jacket does not make you feel fab. FWIW, I like the on trend utility jacket! If anyone can wear jackets like that across their hips - you can. It's fab over dresses too. <br /> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ask-angie-keep-or-purge-these-jackets#post-903122 Tue, 09 Apr 2013 18:51:17 +0000 ElleH 903122@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ Robin does the widest part of the hip thing look bad on every body type? I am an hourglass but an 8 hourglass &amp; don't feel that my hips are big. If I never took photos &amp; got help on YLF I even might have thought I was an IT. So I guess my question is should everyone avoid tops &amp; jackets that hit at the widest part of the hip? This is hard for me because as an 8 the widest part is not just one point. It goes from just below my waist to the top of my thighs. In other words I go out, then straight down for a while before going back in again, if that makes sense. I'm thinner now but the shape is still the same &amp;&nbsp;the photo here shows what I mean. I went back &amp; looked at all the photos &amp; I think they all hit at the widest part of the hip. Maybe it is the colour or stiffness or gearness of it, though utilitie jackets&nbsp;are very trendy.<br /><br /> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ask-angie-keep-or-purge-these-jackets#post-903113 Tue, 09 Apr 2013 18:39:37 +0000 Robin M 903113@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ I think I know why you don't like the last jacket-- it hits you at the widest point in your hip, which is rarely a flattering look for anyone. I would downgrade to the gear capsule or pass it on. I agree with Rachy-- keep the first 2. https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ask-angie-keep-or-purge-these-jackets#post-903090 Tue, 09 Apr 2013 18:23:11 +0000 rachylou 903090@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ That first jacket is really <i>really</i> cute and hip on you. The second one, the leather, is cool too. I'd pass on the others.<br /> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ask-angie-keep-or-purge-these-jackets#post-903045 Tue, 09 Apr 2013 17:36:04 +0000 ElleH 903045@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ Hi Angie,<br /><br />I loved your post on jackets &amp; have started to figure out what jackets I do &amp; don't need. Maybe purge some &amp; maybe buy some. Are these&nbsp;jackets dated? Pic 1, 2 &amp; 3-&nbsp;Corduroy with stripes &amp; embroidered flowers (pattern mixing :)) Barely puffed sleeve.&nbsp;It is&nbsp;by Johnny Was. If it is a keep is it trans seasonal or fall/winter only? Thanks.<br /><br />Pic 4 &amp; 5&nbsp;- Dark brown distressed looking leather by Wilson Leathers. I bought it vintage so I'm not sure if it started out distressed or is really distressed.<br /><br />Pic 6 - Kenneth Cole velvet blazer in chocolate.<br /><br />Pic 7 -&nbsp;Marc Jacobs denim blazer with slightly puffed sleeve.<br /><br />Pic 8 &amp; 9&nbsp;- Grey waxed cotton utility jacket. I don't htik it is dated but I never feel good in it. Do you know why? Is it just that I haven't figured out good ways to style it?<br /><br />Thanks:)