https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/back-from-vacation-nas-decisions-and-things-waiting Style Advice for Fashion Lovers en-US Fri, 17 Apr 2026 01:40:25 +0000 http://bbpress.org/?v=1.0.2 q https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/search.php https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/back-from-vacation-nas-decisions-and-things-waiting#post-1945645 Mon, 06 Aug 2018 23:07:07 +0000 JAileen 1945645@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I’m glad you found some tops that are up to the challenge of working with vintage skirts. They really look great! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/back-from-vacation-nas-decisions-and-things-waiting#post-1945643 Mon, 06 Aug 2018 23:00:45 +0000 Ginger 1945643@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Thanks, <b>Sara</b>! I was really hoping for some more options to wear with these skirts. And yes, I'm starting to calculate what I want to keep... yikes! ;)</p> <p><b>Angie&nbsp;</b>I am so excited about all these sleeves! They are so much fun to wear, and really perfect with the big skirts. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/back-from-vacation-nas-decisions-and-things-waiting#post-1945638 Mon, 06 Aug 2018 22:20:47 +0000 Angie 1945638@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>The red tops are absolutely KILLER WOW on you, Ginger. Love them sooo much. </p> <p>The pink tee and pink styled top are my next faves. Smashing with your skirts. </p> <p>I hereby crown you Queen Exuberant Sleeve. You own this look. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/back-from-vacation-nas-decisions-and-things-waiting#post-1945558 Mon, 06 Aug 2018 15:57:41 +0000 Sara L. 1945558@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>The tops with the fun sleeve details look great on you.&nbsp; I love the way they coordinate so well with your skirts.&nbsp; It sounds like you'll have some tough decisions to make. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/back-from-vacation-nas-decisions-and-things-waiting#post-1945538 Mon, 06 Aug 2018 14:12:13 +0000 Ginger 1945538@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p><b>cjh&nbsp;</b>I'm honestly hoping that one or the other of the green tops won't work. I'm racking up a big list to keep! :D</p> <p>That clear elastic is so thin and soft to the fingers, it's surprising how scratchy it feels on skin elsewhere. I'm glad it's okay when covered by thread, because it's a great material for helping to keep the shape</p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/back-from-vacation-nas-decisions-and-things-waiting#post-1945537 Mon, 06 Aug 2018 14:10:35 +0000 Ginger 1945537@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p><b>londonkiwi</b>, I didn't realize how much I loved green until it finally came back into style a few years ago. (Green/yellow is not a combination that bothers me, but there are other color combinations I avoid for similar reasons!)</p> <p>Thanks,&nbsp;<b>Rachy</b>! I had hopes for this style.</p> <p><b>CocoLion</b>, I'm sorry I didn't see this earlier. I'm honestly not sure how it would show on the waist; it's quite stretchy and not thick, but seems to have good recovery and didn't outline as much as the Caslon apricot tee, for example. I got a small and it was comfortably snug for me, but I like tailored/bodycon in some things. You could probably size up safely.</p> <p>Thanks,&nbsp;<b>jussie</b>, that helps! I really wasn't feeling the blue, either.</p> <p><b>unfrumped<i></i></b><i></i>&nbsp;I've maybe had a bit too much fun this year. There may be some hard k/r decisions just because of budget. ;)</p> <p>I didn't know you'd tried the raincoat too,&nbsp;<b>Canada</b>. Bummer that it's not a better deal for more people! I'm used to fits being off on me, but it seems a nice garment.</p> <p>Thank you,&nbsp;<b>Suz</b>! I'm looking forward to the versatility that these tops will provide. I was pleasantly surprised by the tunic, too. That seam is fun! And it's got small bits of rose gold hardware (eyelets and aiglets) which are pluses.</p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/back-from-vacation-nas-decisions-and-things-waiting#post-1945532 Mon, 06 Aug 2018 14:00:35 +0000 cjh 1945532@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Great looks with the new tops and your beautiful skirts! Hope the larger green top works because those are nice with the colorful trim. The short length would be a deal breaker for me as I don’t tuck.</p> <p>I hear you on the scratchy elastic in the seams. It is good that garment makers have started using this method to stabilize the shape of garments, but that soft elastic can drive one nuts if a corner is exposed. I’ve scratched my shoulder raw on an occasion before I figured out what was actually bothering me. Good idea to resew to cover it. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/back-from-vacation-nas-decisions-and-things-waiting#post-1945526 Mon, 06 Aug 2018 13:44:20 +0000 Suz 1945526@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>These are some fabulous tops, <b>Ginger</b>! They coordinate so nicely with your skirts. Especially love the ones you are keeping and will cross fingers that you get the sizing right on the others you like. That mystery tunic is also smashing on you!The diagonal seam detail makes it even nicer than this year's in my opinion! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/back-from-vacation-nas-decisions-and-things-waiting#post-1945508 Mon, 06 Aug 2018 13:04:40 +0000 Canada 1945508@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Homeruns! The mystery Caslon tunic top is a lucky find and offers a unique current style. The green shirts: head turning! You are not the only one to return that Cole Haan jacket; didn't work for me, either ( or many other buyers judging by the slashed price). </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/back-from-vacation-nas-decisions-and-things-waiting#post-1945492 Mon, 06 Aug 2018 11:15:34 +0000 unfrumped 1945492@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Wow, bombshell fabness! Hope you get to try some of the other things you’ve stalked but your being picky is paying off. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/back-from-vacation-nas-decisions-and-things-waiting#post-1945474 Mon, 06 Aug 2018 07:35:14 +0000 jussie 1945474@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Wow, lots of great tops here. To make it easier, I will just say the only one I don’t love as much is the blue free people. It’s not bad, just lacks the wow factor with your colouring. The reds, greens, peach and beiges really look fab on you!! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/back-from-vacation-nas-decisions-and-things-waiting#post-1945454 Mon, 06 Aug 2018 03:52:57 +0000 CocoLion 1945454@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Wow, those blouson sleeve tops look amazing with your skirts! &nbsp;Looks like you're having a great NAS. &nbsp;The VC drama sleeve top is tempting me. &nbsp;How is the sizing? &nbsp;Fabric? &nbsp;Do you think it is kind to waist/love handle /muffin top bumps and lumps? </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/back-from-vacation-nas-decisions-and-things-waiting#post-1945452 Mon, 06 Aug 2018 03:44:41 +0000 rachylou 1945452@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Really especially like the fun-sleeve tops! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/back-from-vacation-nas-decisions-and-things-waiting#post-1945451 Mon, 06 Aug 2018 03:43:21 +0000 londonkiwi (now back in NZ) 1945451@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Can I say how much I love green on you! Makes your eyes sparkle, but I as a New Zealander wouldn’t wear it with yellow - too much of Australia’s national sporting colours for me!</p> <p>The red looks great on you and that top is dramatic! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/back-from-vacation-nas-decisions-and-things-waiting#post-1945443 Mon, 06 Aug 2018 02:45:48 +0000 Ginger 1945443@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>In <a rel="nofollow" href="https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/jumping-in-with-both-feet">my initial post</a> I showed what I ordered, then I went merrily off on vacation. Thank goodness for attentive neighbors who nabbed the FedEx packages off my porch! Everything from the initial orders arrived safely and I had a grand try-on Friday.</p> <p><u>First, the Returns:</u></p> <p>Cole Haan Back Bow Hooded Raincoat. As a (very) pretty pear, I knew I would be able to tell right away if it would work. Nope! A decent fit up top, but awkwardly tight on the hips and the back tie didn't help. I didn't even take a picture.</p> <p>1901 Ringer Tee: One of three red tops I ordered, and definitely not the best fit. Boxy on me, tight in shoulders and bust and too loose in midsection to size up. Picture 1.</p> <p>Free People Rainbow Tee in Rose and Light Blue: The reviews are right, and the sizing recommendation is off. I ordered my usual size in the pink but it felt small, definitely too short to wear with jeans. The armhole is well off the shoulder, but the shirt itself is too fitted. So with arm movement, the sleeve wants to pull the neckline off my shoulders. The pink was a bit too beige for me, too, and kind of busy with the floral skirt. The blue I sized down and of course was even smaller. It's a pretty color, but I'm not sure about it with the yellow skirt (which I pulled out of the wash for pictures, excuse the wrinkles). Honestly, it's still too pricey for me to keep a meh item. Pictures 2-7.</p> <p><u>Second, the Queries (awaiting delivery and final decision):</u></p> <p>Free People Rainbow Tee in Green: This had the same fit issues as the others (woohoo lots of skin showing!) but the richer color and trim looked quite nice with the yellow skirt. I took a chance and reordered a size up, giving it one last chance. It will have to be absolutely terrific to keep. No harm in trying. Pictures 8-9.</p> <p>Bobeau Blouson Sleeve Top in Emerald: I ordered the only size available, small petite, and it was very small! It's a gorgeous color and I love the sleeves, so I've been stalking ever since. I have so far snagged a regular small, and then a few hours ago a medium. I'm hoping one of them will work. I also have ordered a burgundy and navy for good measure. Just in case! This may work with the yellow skirt instead of the FP tee.</p> <p>Caslon Hooded Tunic: I ordered this, but something else arrived! Another Caslon hoodie tunic with a totally different design. So I kept stalking the original one and ordered again. Here's hoping it's the right one!</p> <p>Halogen Long Sleeve Knit Tee in Red Chinoise: Pretty nice. I like the design and it looks good with the circle skirt. It's a wee bit brighter red than any other I own, and it's a little long and snug on the hip in jeans. I've ordered a size up and will have to consider the color again. Pictures 10-11.</p> <p>Treasure &amp; Bond Pink Floral Scarf: I forgot to try this out with outfits! It's absolutely gorgeous, just as I expected. I want to keep it, but I do need to try it with things. I've not worn a large square before, either.</p> <p><u>Third, the Keeps</u>:</p> <p>Vince Camuto Bubble Drama Sleeve Tee in Red: LOVE this thing! Such fun sleeves, and a good comfortable fit. It's great with the circle skirt, but it's also got enough interest to hold its own with a plain skirt. Also pretty snazzy with jeans. The cuffs were mildly scratchy, but that was due the ends of the clear elastic used. I trimmed it with sharp scissors and it almost got rid of the feeling; I will cover the rest with thread if it continues to be noticeable. Pictures 12-17.</p> <p>Halogen Knit Cotton Tee in Apricot: Lovely color, and terrific cut! It also looks good with my "atomic" print skirt, although it's not quite the same color, and the red and pink and green print skirt. The interesting seam details make my sewing heart happy. The only issue is that it's thinner and longer than I need. Comparison with a thicker green tee that I own and love, but is wearing out. I've ordered the apricot in a size up to see if it's still tailored, and I may have it shortened a couple inches. Pictures 18-23, with the last two comparison with my green shirt.</p> <p>Gibson Blouson Sleeve Fleece in Pink: Super cozy and yet more fun sleeves! This is the blush pink I like best, and it looks great with the corduroy print skirt. I ordered a small and it's loose, so I am trying an extra small as well. Right now it's too loose to wear untucked except as lounge wear. But one size or the other I am keeping. Pictures 24-25.</p> <p>Mystery Caslon Tunic: I can't identify this from the numbers on it, and can't find it on the website. I'm starting to suspect it was an old return, and the new tag was put on for a similar item! Regardless, I actually like it a lot. It's a straight fit, but a thick terry-backed knit and seems awfully nice for casual wear. I may have a debate with myself about which one to keep, if not both. Pictures 26-27.</p> <p>Not Pictured: All the bras! Most of what I ordered didn't work (off on some sizing), but I got a good fitting when I went in yesterday to return the no-gos. We ordered some different sizes, mostly in models I had already tried. Those should arrive in the next week and I plan to keep 2-3. </p>