https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ask-angie-sweaters-in-2017-18 Style Advice for Fashion Lovers en-US Wed, 22 Apr 2026 22:01:28 +0000 http://bbpress.org/?v=1.0.2 q https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/search.php https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ask-angie-sweaters-in-2017-18/page/2#post-1850228 Tue, 03 Oct 2017 01:01:42 +0000 Sal 1850228@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I was thinking about this post because while we have quite different styles I think we share the following:</p> <p>- Hourglass shapes making unstructured shapes a bit hit and miss (some work but some are definitely unflattering on me)<br />- A love for long lines and not too much going on but some detail and statement pieces.<br />- living casual lives with lots of socialising requiring good looks but not too dressy..... We aren't needing corporate looks or black tie looks but lots of smart casual looks.<br />- wanting to look current without wanting to look totally at the height of the latest trends</p> <p>You definitely have a cooler wardrobe than me and I love your style so&nbsp; hope you don't mind me seeing the similarities.</p> <p>10 years ago I wore fitted tees, v neck merinos with jackets and cardigans my pants or shorts or skirts - but I don't feel quite as confident doing so now as I am older.&nbsp; Over recent years draped tops and long tops and tunics have been trending, which have involved different layering strategies - for me often layering under with cami's and over with coats.</p> <p>So anyway with structure returning I think simple tailored tops will feature more in my closet, worn under a jacket, and getting the interest through accessories (shoes/jewelry) or maybe pattern.&nbsp; I am thinking for summer vee or boat neck woven fabrics and for winter it is harder as fine gauge knit wear is needed for me to layer.</p> <p>I could see some of these fitted styles working in this instance - the argyles and a couple of others.&nbsp; I am also slowly building my ïndoor jacket collection - so I can keep them on.&nbsp; I do not need any more "statement" tops - I need some supporting acts that work with my statement jackets and a great pendant or fab boots.&nbsp; I worked out last spring that I had good jackets and good tops but very few of them worked together.....</p> <p>I don't know if that helps or not....but it helped me.</p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ask-angie-sweaters-in-2017-18/page/2#post-1850212 Tue, 03 Oct 2017 00:16:04 +0000 Janet 1850212@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>That's a lovely idea to try some sweaters with skirts, but I'm afraid that skews much too dressy for my life these days. I barely even own any skirts anymore (well, there are some unworn and a size too small in my holding zone, which should probably go). I do have a faded denim pencil skirt, which might be fun with tall boots, so maybe I'll try that. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ask-angie-sweaters-in-2017-18/page/2#post-1850208 Tue, 03 Oct 2017 00:08:06 +0000 madeline 1850208@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I agree with Beth Ann on the skirts. Try a pencil skirt with the argyles. They fit you beautifully! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ask-angie-sweaters-in-2017-18/page/2#post-1850205 Mon, 02 Oct 2017 23:56:41 +0000 Echo 1850205@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Hmm, although I didn't intend to read other responses before replying, I can tell by skimming that my opinions are not the most popular. I without a doubt prefer #1, 9, 11 and 12. </p> <p> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ask-angie-sweaters-in-2017-18/page/2#post-1850169 Mon, 02 Oct 2017 21:57:08 +0000 Beth Ann 1850169@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Time is short for me today, so I haven't read all the responses -- although I can see you've gotten thoughtful feedback.&nbsp;</p> <p>I think a pair of luxe wide leg trousers could make the argyle sweaters sing --- also, a flounced pencil or button down skirt would make them seem modern-retro.&nbsp; Finally, you could give them a real sporty treatment -- fashion sneaks, etc.</p> <p>As for silhouettes like #1 --- If a sweater is soft, and still in good condition, it could become a part of a lounge capsule! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ask-angie-sweaters-in-2017-18/page/2#post-1850161 Mon, 02 Oct 2017 21:23:23 +0000 Anonymous 1850161@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p><b>Janet</b> -- I once wrote a post about the majority of my wardrobe not "sparking joy." &nbsp;But the truth of the matter is I need those clothes to put together ensembles that do spark joy on most days. &nbsp;</p> <p>Sometimes it is a struggle to purge well preserved, classic pieces ... especially if they invoke some emotional response. &nbsp;If you have the room, perhaps you should consider keeping them over the 2017-2018 season and rethink them after you see if they were worn. &nbsp;If they are not worn this Winter, perhaps that will help your decision making process? &nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ask-angie-sweaters-in-2017-18/page/2#post-1850144 Mon, 02 Oct 2017 20:26:36 +0000 Lisa 1850144@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I like 1 and 12 the best here because they are longer and less traditional looking than many of the others, which are shorter and boxier and more classic, which is a style I feel you have shifted away from, instead I think of fun details and hemlines for sweaters for you. Which is really abundant in the stores this season! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ask-angie-sweaters-in-2017-18/page/2#post-1850083 Mon, 02 Oct 2017 16:03:12 +0000 citygirldc 1850083@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Keepers are 1-5 and 9-12. I get what you mean about argyles so keep the most favorite.&nbsp; 1 and 12 are basics which you can dress up with a scarf or a jacket for that minimal look. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ask-angie-sweaters-in-2017-18/page/2#post-1850068 Mon, 02 Oct 2017 15:16:59 +0000 Laurie 1850068@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>7, 9, 10 are the immediate keeps for me.</p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ask-angie-sweaters-in-2017-18/page/2#post-1850062 Mon, 02 Oct 2017 15:08:22 +0000 Anonymous 1850062@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>You are sweet to explain your response style.</p> <p>Even though the classic styles look great I totally get that you may be finding the sweater and button down combo less appealing now because I feel the same way, it just doesn't look the same as it did and it feels too bulky. I think some structure is really key, no more shapeless for me.</p> <p>As a long term sporty type I'm finding I need to consciously try to add a little more feminine detailing than I once did to feel my most attractive.</p> <p>You could try adding silkier blouses if you're ok with changing the very casual vibe of the sweaters a little.</p> <p>I really like your description of the sweaters you'd like to find!&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ask-angie-sweaters-in-2017-18/page/2#post-1850035 Mon, 02 Oct 2017 13:53:03 +0000 Janet 1850035@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Thanks for all the feedback! </p> <p>One note, and it applies to this thread as well as others I've started: I apologize for not often replying specifically to each person, but need to explain that I am almost always looking at YLF on my phone, and it's near impossible to compose a reply and see others' comments at the same time. Please know that I read and take into consideration every single comment! </p> <p>At least 8 sweaters this morning have found their way into either the sell/donate pile or the ranch pile. A lot of what's left is "on notice " -- I want to give it a season to see if they get worn, but if not, I'll be doing another editing session later on. You all have been really helpful! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ask-angie-sweaters-in-2017-18/page/2#post-1850031 Mon, 02 Oct 2017 13:19:12 +0000 LaPed 1850031@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>2 and 9 are my favourites, hands down. Followed by 7, 8, 11. I love the idea of hard-edge plus argyle and hope you do a lab post on styling those two sweaters. If 6 is sentimental I’d lean toward keeping it; colour is not the best on you but it’s fun. Maybe underneath a black jacket would be better? Of course, maybe three argyles is too much of one shadow style — is there one of those three that’s your favourite? </p> <p>I have a bit of a stink-eye for the silhouette in #1 (too close to maternity wear for me), also for #5 because I don’t like plaids in knit fabrics (ridiculous, I know). So those get a thumbs down. 10 and 3 look a bit sloppy to me; I think your instinct to go for classic/fitted is dead-on. If they’re comfy perhaps they could be demoted to ranch wear? 12 is the only longer sweater that appeals to me here — the asymmetry gives it some interest and it’s nicely fitted. Oh, and #4 — on the fence on this one. It’s nice, I like the colour-blocking, does it have a zipper detail on the shoulder? I think it’s just the colour that doesn’t feel consistent with your style, or possibly it’s a smidge too warm/bright for your complexion.</p> <p> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ask-angie-sweaters-in-2017-18/page/2#post-1850030 Mon, 02 Oct 2017 13:05:20 +0000 Janet 1850030@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I have a special fondness for the argyles -- always have! My weird little shadow prep style coming out. </p> <p>I have worn the blue argyle most recently with charcoal jeans, my white leather moto, and a cornflower blue scarf. I can see that working again. Or maybe play up the darker tones in the sweater by mixing it with blue jeans, charcoal jacket and black boots. I'll play around with it. I think Ive had that sweater for a decade (!) and it still looks good -- old Esprit knitwear FTW. </p> <p>I used to layer those V-neck sweaters over crisp white button-front shirts, but I'm not feeling that look anymore. I have kept one of those shirts in my holding zone, but may let it go as I never seem to want to wear it. </p> <p>Clearly I STILL have trouble letting go of items that seem "classic" -- my mom's programming is apparently hard to overcome. </p> <p>Honestly, most of my sweaters do not spark joy, in the notable words of Marie Kondo. I guess I need to be more brutal with my stuff. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ask-angie-sweaters-in-2017-18/page/2#post-1850027 Mon, 02 Oct 2017 12:55:30 +0000 Stagiaire Fash 1850027@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>You don't like the argyles? Aw, #7 is my favorite here, although I like the b/w sweater a couple pix later too. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ask-angie-sweaters-in-2017-18/page/2#post-1850025 Mon, 02 Oct 2017 12:46:17 +0000 Anonymous 1850025@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I really like 4-9 and #11. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ask-angie-sweaters-in-2017-18/page/2#post-1850023 Mon, 02 Oct 2017 12:42:09 +0000 RobinF 1850023@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>My first thought was no to the argyles, but I like the idea of trying them under a jacket. I love the floral one and #3 and #12, but I do tend to like longer, looser sweaters. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ask-angie-sweaters-in-2017-18#post-1850020 Mon, 02 Oct 2017 12:35:22 +0000 unfrumped 1850020@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Great timing- getting ready for sweater edit also!</p> <p>2 is my fav V- neck. 3,4,5 are kind of boxy. The color block just doesn't send me in the way it is fitted, or length.<br /> 1 is not nearly as flattering on you BUT if it's a great lounging feel over cozy knit leggings at home, I'd keep it for that. </p> <p>I totally agree that outfit creation is your next step. It's not just the " look" but the armhole fit, movement. Maybe the color-blocked one is superb for layering.<br /> Overwhelming to me is both too many choices and a sense that stuff is languishing in my closet. So when you do outfits, if there are 3 sweaters that are used basically the same way, maybe one can go. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ask-angie-sweaters-in-2017-18#post-1850017 Mon, 02 Oct 2017 11:48:34 +0000 Anonymous 1850017@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p><b>Janet</b> -- I always feel best when I pass my gently used clothing onto someone I personally know.&nbsp; Best wishes to your niece.&nbsp;&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ask-angie-sweaters-in-2017-18#post-1850016 Mon, 02 Oct 2017 11:48:31 +0000 krishnidoux 1850016@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>First off, what a fantastic figure you've got, and how well you rock the jeans/sweater look.&nbsp;<br />I admit I am jumping in here without having read all the above comments.&nbsp;<br />There are lots of different sweaters here, in shape and length. Length determines a lot about fit. For instance 3 is too boxy and cuts off at a wrong part IMO; however 12, also long, is flattering because, I think, it is more hugging.&nbsp;<br />2 and 9 are my favourites on you (9 being #1). </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ask-angie-sweaters-in-2017-18#post-1850010 Mon, 02 Oct 2017 10:37:27 +0000 bella 1850010@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Hey Janet,&nbsp;<br />I just looked at the pictures, and I see nothing super exciting other than #4 and #11. I like the colors of #4, and flowers are trending this fall, no?&nbsp;</p> <p>I think you could make some of the other stuff work, but if this is only a fraction of your collection and you have other fabulous stuff to wear, pass these on to a loving home. If I remember correctly, you enjoy a moderate size wardrobe, but not too big that it's overwhelming. This IS overwhelming.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ask-angie-sweaters-in-2017-18#post-1850006 Mon, 02 Oct 2017 09:59:40 +0000 gryffin 1850006@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Janet just chiming back in to say relevance is about context. By mixing old beloved pieces with your Layers, jackets, jeans/pants, and especially footwear and bags you have the opportunity to wear complete "Janet" style rather than to wear fashion. I'd love to see how they play with your newer pieces. This is my personal sartorial goal though. If they don't make you feel fab I that context then you'll know it's time to pass them on. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ask-angie-sweaters-in-2017-18#post-1849982 Mon, 02 Oct 2017 04:06:27 +0000 rachylou 1849982@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>My favourite is 5. It looks the most 'substantial' to me; the others seem thinner. Next I like 2 and 3. I can't recall how you've been wearing these sweaters, as tops or layering them over a top or under jackets. Anyways, I feel the weight of 5 is most 'in,' but the others seem in good shape and like they'd be good support acts... </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ask-angie-sweaters-in-2017-18#post-1849980 Mon, 02 Oct 2017 03:52:34 +0000 Deborah 1849980@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Janet I haven't read the comments apart from yours above.&nbsp; I think definitely try them out with some of your fab jackets and maybe scarves?<br />Just viewing them unstyled I have to confess that not many of them grabbed me.&nbsp; A lot of them didn't seem 'you' but I don't want to put your style in a box.&nbsp; The more fitted style are very flattering on you and I would imagine would work well under jackets.&nbsp; I particularly like 4 and 11.&nbsp; Colour and fit looks good on you.&nbsp; The argyle sweaters are really nice on you too and I would suggest edge them up.&nbsp; Skinny leather pants and boots, a scarf, that kind of thing. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ask-angie-sweaters-in-2017-18#post-1849978 Mon, 02 Oct 2017 03:08:59 +0000 Janet 1849978@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>You know, before this, I never really thought about sweaters vs jackets as a structure thing before, but once I do, it makes sense that my sweaters seem to have gotten less wear in the last couple of years. Our winters have been milder, my internal thermostat has gotten a little warmer, and sweaters have lost some of their appeal. I would love to find more unique knitwear -- lightweight, jewel tones, solid colors, with some interesting detail or cut -- but I've not found much that appeals to me. </p> <p>In the meantime, I do have a wealth of really great jackets that I love to wear -- maybe my strategy moving forward should be to keep tops simple to play with all those jackets. But I also don't want boring tops when I take my jacket off! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ask-angie-sweaters-in-2017-18#post-1849976 Mon, 02 Oct 2017 03:00:04 +0000 Janet 1849976@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Thanks, all -- this is helping me. </p> <p>GF, you ask good questions. So far, I don't think I'll be spending as much time at the ranch this fall/winter as I have the past few years. At least, I'm not spending all November there this year. That actually means I will get more wear from my "good" clothes. Anything I cull is likely to go there, since I have noticed during my past stays that I need more clothes there that I can "go out" in. "Going out" there is a different story than going out at home. It's *really* casual, and I'm more comfortable wearing things there that are not totally current for my style. So, I've started a pile of "good ranch" clothes. </p> <p>I am beating myself up though for not holding onto one of my old pairs of kinda worn out booties -- I could stand to leave a halfway decent pair of non-work boots there. For now, I shlep footwear back and forth (I have sneakers, sandals and work boots there). </p> <p>I also have a good taker for really casual clothes, once my youngest niece gets out of the hospital (god willing all goes well) -- she wants to move to Colorado, and she will need clothes. I always feel better about passing things along if they are going to someone I know will appreciate them. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ask-angie-sweaters-in-2017-18#post-1849965 Mon, 02 Oct 2017 02:23:30 +0000 gradfashionista 1849965@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>My favs are 11, 2, 4 and 9. </p> <p>I'm not a fan of the argyle cardigan, because the colours pale in contrast to those of the other sweaters. </p> <p>Will you be spending part of the winter at the ranch or in colder climates? And are you looking to layer underneath your sweaters? </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ask-angie-sweaters-in-2017-18#post-1849964 Mon, 02 Oct 2017 02:17:26 +0000 Firecracker (Sharan) 1849964@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I would cull 3, 4, 6, and 10. To me, they are just the least special looking, and the color-blocked one, though interesting, doesn't seem very you. Perhaps it is the neckline (though I do like the round or crew necks on others here). I really like the V-necks on you--they are flattering and somehow you make even argyle look very hip, with a v-neck. </p> <p>6 looks like me, not you, and probably the old me at that-- haha! I was very into the classic round-neck cardigans for years. And I still do go for them, when I feel they are current enough. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ask-angie-sweaters-in-2017-18#post-1849956 Mon, 02 Oct 2017 01:48:53 +0000 Jaime 1849956@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Not much to add to the great advice above, 2 and 11 are my favorites. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ask-angie-sweaters-in-2017-18#post-1849951 Mon, 02 Oct 2017 00:40:51 +0000 binkle 1849951@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>2, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9! </p> <p>I think oversize-with-leggings has become a perennial look but I don't think of it as "current". Maybe the floral if you want to do the dark floral thing, but I feel the current shapes for dark florals are more romantic-boho.</p> <p>Thin underlayer turtlenecks are being shown with a lot of looks, so you could add one of those, or a soft blouse to contrast the structure of the sweaters. Or try some menswear-ish pattern mixing with blazers and subtle patterns on scarves or shirts. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ask-angie-sweaters-in-2017-18#post-1849947 Mon, 02 Oct 2017 00:25:13 +0000 Sal 1849947@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>My least favourites are 1 and 3.</p> <p>I especially like 2 and 7 8 9 11.</p> <p>I like to have a couple of easy pullovers/sweaters for wearing on work at home days, weekend lounging days or for wearing when we head to the beach in winter.&nbsp; &nbsp;</p> <p> </p>