https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/at-last-wardrobe-essentials-that-are-very-old-hewis Style Advice for Fashion Lovers en-US Wed, 22 Apr 2026 10:36:06 +0000 http://bbpress.org/?v=1.0.2 q https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/search.php https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/at-last-wardrobe-essentials-that-are-very-old-hewis#post-1637840 Fri, 01 Apr 2016 12:57:22 +0000 Helen11 1637840@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Fantastic! They really are perfect for you. I love the coral and navy combo. Have fun with them! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/at-last-wardrobe-essentials-that-are-very-old-hewis#post-1637821 Fri, 01 Apr 2016 12:02:00 +0000 Staysfit 1637821@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Yes, it is absolutely perfect for you! Wow! Perfect fit, they look like they were custom designed for you. Congratulations! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/at-last-wardrobe-essentials-that-are-very-old-hewis#post-1637787 Fri, 01 Apr 2016 10:53:04 +0000 kkards 1637787@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Sally -- HEWI=&nbsp;Highly Elusive Wardrobe Item<br />(FYI other acronym's can be found here<br /><a rel="nofollow" href="http://youlookfab.com/backstage/the-forum/acronyms/">http://youlookfab.com/backstag...../acronyms/</a>)</p> <p>ginger --glad you found your prefect cardi…and that 1st outfit is WOW. i love orange and navy together, and the retro, yet so modern feel to that outfit, not to mention the fab fit, is just great </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/at-last-wardrobe-essentials-that-are-very-old-hewis#post-1637761 Fri, 01 Apr 2016 09:48:18 +0000 Sally 1637761@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I love love love the cardigans and your style. Can I ask what a HEWI is? I just can't work the acronym </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/at-last-wardrobe-essentials-that-are-very-old-hewis#post-1637717 Fri, 01 Apr 2016 05:21:44 +0000 Sal 1637717@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Exciting to find something that fits so perfectly, they look awesome.</p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/at-last-wardrobe-essentials-that-are-very-old-hewis#post-1637700 Fri, 01 Apr 2016 04:14:43 +0000 chirico (Chiara) 1637700@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>You look great, these cardis really go with your look. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/at-last-wardrobe-essentials-that-are-very-old-hewis#post-1637663 Fri, 01 Apr 2016 03:30:02 +0000 Jaime 1637663@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>It was made for you! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/at-last-wardrobe-essentials-that-are-very-old-hewis#post-1637660 Fri, 01 Apr 2016 03:20:05 +0000 Anonymous 1637660@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Get them in all colours! They're perfect on you, and absolutely an essential for your style. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/at-last-wardrobe-essentials-that-are-very-old-hewis#post-1637612 Fri, 01 Apr 2016 01:39:53 +0000 Aida 1637612@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Great find! They look super on you. Can definitely see you in the pastel shades for lighter, airier summery looks too. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/at-last-wardrobe-essentials-that-are-very-old-hewis#post-1637570 Thu, 31 Mar 2016 23:29:59 +0000 rachylou 1637570@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I love your sweaters! There used to be a phrase, 'sweater girl'... </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/at-last-wardrobe-essentials-that-are-very-old-hewis#post-1637487 Thu, 31 Mar 2016 20:14:56 +0000 Eliza 1637487@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Finding a HEWI is a victory; your smile says it all. I love how they fit and the way you use color to amplify your distinctive style.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/at-last-wardrobe-essentials-that-are-very-old-hewis#post-1637463 Thu, 31 Mar 2016 18:29:17 +0000 BrieN 1637463@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>The fit of those sweaters is perfect. Thank you for sharing, as I too like a sweater that ends at the waist. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/at-last-wardrobe-essentials-that-are-very-old-hewis#post-1637454 Thu, 31 Mar 2016 16:49:43 +0000 milehighstyle (Linda) 1637454@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Yes!&nbsp; It's so hard to find the perfect length cardigan or pullover to wear with skirts.&nbsp;&nbsp;A little extra length can completely ruin the look. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/at-last-wardrobe-essentials-that-are-very-old-hewis#post-1637444 Thu, 31 Mar 2016 16:07:29 +0000 Mochi 1637444@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Congratulations! You look great. And with every HEWI conquered, we all collectively gain hope. : )&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/at-last-wardrobe-essentials-that-are-very-old-hewis#post-1637434 Thu, 31 Mar 2016 15:53:24 +0000 Alassë 1637434@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I'm thrilled for you! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/at-last-wardrobe-essentials-that-are-very-old-hewis#post-1637432 Thu, 31 Mar 2016 15:50:09 +0000 JAileen 1637432@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Wow! I love the first outfit! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/at-last-wardrobe-essentials-that-are-very-old-hewis#post-1637429 Thu, 31 Mar 2016 15:47:22 +0000 Maneera 1637429@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Perfect! You look seriously awesome in #6-7. Like a movie star!!!! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/at-last-wardrobe-essentials-that-are-very-old-hewis#post-1637423 Thu, 31 Mar 2016 15:36:09 +0000 Wendi1984 1637423@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Yes!!! Perfect fit on you, so flattering! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/at-last-wardrobe-essentials-that-are-very-old-hewis#post-1637420 Thu, 31 Mar 2016 15:22:24 +0000 Ginger 1637420@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Do you have any HEWIs that are so longstanding they might as well be a pie in the sky?&nbsp; Something that you've had to figure how to function without, even given up looking, but still wish for?</p> <p>One of those - actually two of them! - fell into my lap in a big way, in the person of the the Hell Bunny ( ) "Paloma" cardigan. I am over the moon!<br />(It's an alternative/rockabilly/retro/biker line from the UK, hence the name.)</p> <p><b>The wardrobe essentials: </b>Waist-length long-sleeve cardigan in non-black colors.&nbsp; Ditto pullover.</p> <p><b>Why it works:</b> Long sleeves! My forearms are sensitive to cold. And the short body length. Not truly cropped, because that rides high. But no longer than the waist, because my hip flare is dramatic and fitted pullovers ride up or emphasize the hip in a big way.</p> <p><b>Why it's an essential:</b>&nbsp; Long-sleeve cardigans are my preferred toppers in virtually every situation with a dress or skirt. I wear them year 'round at work and church, thanks to enthusiastic A/C. But until now I only have a few, and the color selection is very limited. So I get tired of them and the combinations I can make.<br />As for pullovers - the only way I'm willing to wear them with skirts is by tucking. With my build, an untucked pullover that bands across my hips is nowhere near JFE. The only alternative is a short pullover. Retro lines do make them, but they're always with short sleeves.</p> <p><b>Why it's awesome:</b> Whew, where to start!<br />(a) The knit (rayon with some nylon and 5% elastane) is both sturdy and very stretchy, with excellent recovery. I have <i>never </i>been able to button cardigans up the front without horrible button gapping and fabric distortion. But these handle it beautifully, without even a safety pin required.<br />(b) The construction. In addition to the material, these seem very well made. The front placket is backed with dyed-to-match petersham ribbon for extra stability and strength. The buttons fit quite snugly in the buttonholes.<br />(c) The colors. All of them! Black, red, navy (actually deep rich blue, and more versatile than true navy), and green.&nbsp; For spring and summer, pale pink, green, and blue.&nbsp; No white!&nbsp; But I dropped the company a line and they said they'd consider adding it next year!<br />(d) The price. These are from the UK, about $36 apiece right now (£25).&nbsp; Shipping to the US adds a bundle, but it's still more than worth it just for the sleeves and length.<br />(e) Bonus pullover action!&nbsp; This is a benefit I <i>never </i>expected. I haven't found a waist-length pullover in at least 10 years, and even that was 3-4" longer than ideal. It's opened up so many possibilities in my wardrobe, I can hardly process. :D<br />(f) Reliable supply. The "Paloma" cardigan is a standard part of HB's line, and should not be going anywhere.</p> <p>Full credit goes to Amber of the <a href="http://www.foreveramber.co.uk/" rel="nofollow">Forever Amber</a> and <a href="http://www.shoeperwoman.com" rel="nofollow">Shoeperwoman</a> blogs. (She did the Audrey Hepburn Capsule Wardrobe that Inge linked to recently).&nbsp; She <a href="http://www.shoeperwoman.com/2014/04/shoeperwoman-reviews-hell-bunny-paloma-50s-cardigan.html" rel="nofollow">reviewed them for Shoeperwoman</a> several years ago, but more important is <a href="http://www.foreveramber.co.uk/?s=hell+bunny+cardigan&amp;search=Search" rel="nofollow">how many ways she wears them</a> (not a comprehensive list).</p> <p>I ordered two, the red and navy. Since they arrived 2 weeks ago, I've used one for 75% of the days.&nbsp; Everywhere I turn around I see a new possibility. And now that I'm in the spring and summer stuff, I'm seeing all sorts of possibilities with the pastels, too. I'm about to order the pink and blue, and would probably order the green if it weren't out of stock!&nbsp; I might order the black instead; I have a black one already, but this is far superior and it will see use. The sole drawback is that they are *GASP* handwash. But seriously? That's nothing compared to all the awesome. These are not t-shirts that need daily washing. They're going to last a looong time.</p> <p>Wears with photos handy! (There's more on the camera right now.)<br />#1-3: Someone suggested pairing navy with with coral dress. (Coral, not orange, despite the lighting.) Here it is!<br />#4-5: St Patrick's Day! Worn as pullover.<br />#6-7: Church! Appallingly dirty mirror! New location! Loved the outfit!<br />#8-9: Very early Monday morning, feeling cold and wanting comfort clothes. It's fun how the neckline details of the dress kind of pops.</p> <p>Over to you! Any other fabbers found a HEWI beyond all hope? </p>