https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/back-to-my-basics Style Advice for Fashion Lovers en-US Sat, 16 May 2026 13:00:47 +0000 http://bbpress.org/?v=1.0.2 q https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/search.php https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/back-to-my-basics#post-835614 Fri, 01 Feb 2013 04:02:07 +0000 Vix 835614@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Interesting...never heard of it but saying I'm no product junkie is an understatement. Thanks for the info! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/back-to-my-basics#post-835607 Fri, 01 Feb 2013 03:54:51 +0000 christy 835607@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>You ladies are the best - thank you! </p> <p>Vix: My stylist gave me some Pearatin hair serum that I've been using both when I wear it curly and straight. Seems to help. But the wave isn't entirely natural - I have to use a curling iron to help coax out the curls on the top layer. </p> <p>Angie: Killer all around is a big boost - thank you! Yes, I think we came up with Queen Modern Classic or Business Sophisticate. You also said I could join the Sleek Urban Princess tribe - I consider #1 is my effort towards that one! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/back-to-my-basics#post-835561 Fri, 01 Feb 2013 03:12:44 +0000 Angie 835561@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>ALL these outfits are KILLER. Go, go go, go, Queen Modern Classic! Was that the descriptor we decided was best? </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/back-to-my-basics#post-835554 Fri, 01 Feb 2013 03:08:23 +0000 Vix 835554@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Hi Christy --</p> <p>I think (hope!) you know I'm another big fan of your style, and in fact appreciate it in a "I'd like to steal that" way. What a treat to see a few of your current favorites!</p> <p>On a related note, I also so love your hair with it's natural wave and it's looking especially good. Any product recs? </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/back-to-my-basics#post-835226 Thu, 31 Jan 2013 23:41:27 +0000 dizzys 835226@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I am loving all of these really. 5 is fantastic...4 I am not quite as crazy about....I think the camel blouse is high in comparison to the blouse in 5....so it has a more closed feeling.....but all in all I love the mix and match and the classic look in all. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/back-to-my-basics#post-835216 Thu, 31 Jan 2013 23:30:06 +0000 catgirl 835216@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Christy, if there was any way I could look like you, I would - you have tons of style and there is edge in here, with those Fluevogs and the cut of the jackets and the attitude - your HAIR! All fantastic and not at all basic or boring. I can't imagine why you feel anything needs to change! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/back-to-my-basics#post-835210 Thu, 31 Jan 2013 23:24:34 +0000 Aida 835210@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>You are looking fantastic Mrs. C! I must say that #1 (all black with leo and camel) and #3 (VERY cool jacket and totally dig the pointy pumps) are incredibly striking to me. I've said it before and I'll say it again, your awesome personality and attitude adds more edge to your look than is noticeable from just photos </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/back-to-my-basics#post-834856 Thu, 31 Jan 2013 19:20:25 +0000 rachylou 834856@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Well, you look fantastic! All the outfits are great.</p> <p>I have to tell you that I like you with curls better, hair that's "more free." You don't seem as bright and perky with the preppy plain &amp; straight. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/back-to-my-basics#post-834843 Thu, 31 Jan 2013 19:11:11 +0000 Susie 834843@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>It may feel basic to you but it looks like your style is perfect for you. You do modern classic very well. I love the cohesiveness of your look. You look put together yet relaxed; it's very flattering. And I love your hair! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/back-to-my-basics#post-834826 Thu, 31 Jan 2013 18:56:15 +0000 texstyle 834826@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>LOVE every one of these but 1,2,3 and 6 especially! I also love that you are wearing the same bag in most but it doesn't feel like it's a repeat. I just got a new bag I'm hoping will work that way too so I can't help but notice. The unexpected to me are the shoes in some and the hairstyle changes. I wear the same hairstyle every day and really should change it up. You are an inspiration to make me want to try small changes like this that make it so FAB! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/back-to-my-basics#post-834774 Thu, 31 Jan 2013 18:14:08 +0000 Raisin 834774@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Well you look great in modern classic, so I can see why you love it! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/back-to-my-basics#post-834771 Thu, 31 Jan 2013 18:12:27 +0000 christy 834771@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Thanks everyone! I find when I'm not trying to add "edge" the outfits come together more naturally and I think they look better on me - probably because I feel better in them! Back to Angie's happiness factor I suppose!</p> <p>Jayne: thank you for the "chic" shout-out! LOL<br /> Deborah: I think you've hit on what's important to me - I want to add something unexpected. That's a much better word than "edge" for defining what I want. Thank you!<br /> Caro: I do love shoes!<br /> Denise: thank you! I wish I could do casual as well as you do. It's still my stumbling block.<br /> Makrame: that's the beauty of neutrals - I mix and match all the time!<br /> Adelfa: consistency is important to me. I just don't want to get into a rut!<br /> Missvee: thank you!<br /> citygirl: confidence is definitely something that I want to portray!<br /> shevia: I think personality is good, or unexpected like Deborah mentioned. I like that better than edge.<br /> Joy: classy - yay! That's definitely a style goal<br /> Dianthus: that's so sweet! thank you!<br /> Suz: yes! It was like Tina thought, the screw needed to be tightened but for some reason I wasn't able to get it to cooperate. Nordies got me sorted though.<br /> Beth Ann: ahhh...my hair. I fight it daily, but I'm glad you think it looks good! Out of curiosity, does it look better smooth or curly to your eye?<br /> MaryK: thank you! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/back-to-my-basics#post-834757 Thu, 31 Jan 2013 17:59:12 +0000 Transcona Shannon 834757@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>If it ain't broke, don't fix it!</p> <p>Your style is perfect for YOU and that's what counts. Every single one of these outfits is fantastic full of wonderful textures, great fit and perfect proportions. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/back-to-my-basics#post-834755 Thu, 31 Jan 2013 17:57:02 +0000 Anonymous 834755@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>What humbug, are you kidding me? These are all amazing. I'm saving the entire loot for reference. Thank you for sharing. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/back-to-my-basics#post-834752 Thu, 31 Jan 2013 17:54:45 +0000 MsMary 834752@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Who needs edge when you have utterly perfected modern classic style? I love all of these!! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/back-to-my-basics#post-834554 Thu, 31 Jan 2013 16:05:11 +0000 Beth Ann 834554@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>You an example of the best in modern classic dressing. All of these have amazing fit and beautiful proportions. #2 and #5 are my favorites.</p> <p>BTW --- Your hair is looking particularly wonderful these days, and is providing a perfect frame for your face and kilowatt smile. This illustrates why Angie tells everyone that a good haircut is the first step in a style journey (well, along with the bra fitting --- but let's assume you've got that covered.) </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/back-to-my-basics#post-834396 Thu, 31 Jan 2013 13:55:57 +0000 Suz 834396@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Christy, you have found your style groove and you look sensational in every one of these. So. If the shoe fits, wear it! </p> <p>Speaking of shoes, did you get your Aquatalias fixed? </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/back-to-my-basics#post-834395 Thu, 31 Jan 2013 13:54:27 +0000 cheryle (Dianthus) 834395@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I love your style Christy. Why fight who you are when it is so fabulous? </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/back-to-my-basics#post-834388 Thu, 31 Jan 2013 13:42:48 +0000 Anonymous 834388@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>What Deborah said. Each outfit is classy and fun at the same time. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/back-to-my-basics#post-834368 Thu, 31 Jan 2013 12:30:14 +0000 Jaime 834368@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>You look wonderful in each of these outfits. I don't know if it is important to call the special touches you add to modern classic edge (wood heels, moto style jacket, interesting belt, etc.) or just personality but you look stylish and absolutely you in the best way. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/back-to-my-basics#post-834360 Thu, 31 Jan 2013 12:18:57 +0000 citygirldc 834360@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I think you look great in your classic pieces. It is YOU and the confidence shows in your outfits. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/back-to-my-basics#post-834353 Thu, 31 Jan 2013 12:13:14 +0000 missvee 834353@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Yes you've really nailed the modern classic look and it suits you very well. I like all of these outfits! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/back-to-my-basics#post-834325 Thu, 31 Jan 2013 08:12:42 +0000 Adelfa 834325@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I think the idea of "being you" is very important, not just so you feel comfortable, but because I think it really works to project to others some kind of consistent core. You totally do that in these ensembles.</p> <p>I know people who have a different style persona every day and I find it jarring and confusing. Or does anyone remember Hillary Clinton's revolving hairstyles in the '90s and how much everybody commented on that? </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/back-to-my-basics#post-834323 Thu, 31 Jan 2013 08:03:10 +0000 Makrame 834323@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>These are great outfits! It also looks like you ended up with a really nice combination of colors (black, light brown, burgundy/red, grey) that works to create what looks like a perfect capsule (i.e., you could probably mix items within this group of outfits for more good combinations). </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/back-to-my-basics#post-834294 Thu, 31 Jan 2013 06:44:54 +0000 CocoLion 834294@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>You put so much good style in this thread. It's almost too much to take in. If I had a job like yours I would want to dress just like you. Really love the last casual outfit, I want to copy that look! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/back-to-my-basics#post-834291 Thu, 31 Jan 2013 06:41:40 +0000 Caro in Oz 834291@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Love your modern classic style:) It's the modern that adds the edge - those shoes are gorgeous on you. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/back-to-my-basics#post-834282 Thu, 31 Jan 2013 06:18:23 +0000 Deborah 834282@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Well my dear I think you have edge:). Modern Classic is perhaps "who you are" but you do tend to add unexpected touches that in my book add edge. Love every one of these outfits. And I relate to your desire to add edge but find modern classic is definitely the foundation of my style...can't fight it:) </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/back-to-my-basics#post-834277 Thu, 31 Jan 2013 06:12:47 +0000 jayne 834277@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I love every single one of these and cannot find anything that I would change! I am lusting after those dark skinnies and the animal print shoes, but what is more impressive is how you put it all together and just oooooze chic! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/back-to-my-basics#post-834270 Thu, 31 Jan 2013 05:57:52 +0000 christy 834270@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Outfit details:</p> <p>1. Black jacket, black skinny pants, cognac bag and animal print shoes.<br /> 2. Burgundy jacket, white button up, brown tweed skirt, tall blonde boots<br /> 3. Black jacket, lacy tank, light brown pants, black boots<br /> 4. Black jacket (hmmm...I'm seeing a pattern here), camel sweater layered over a cream top, my fun fluevog boots<br /> 5. This one is a bit out of the box for me for two reasons: 1. no black! 2. red pants! Red skinnies, white button up, navy knit shell, khaki jacket, animal print shoes<br /> 6. I wore #5 to work and we went out to a casual dinner with friends that night so I swapped out the jacket for a black (here we go again...) sweater, with a cream top peeking out from under the sweater and kept my fun heels. It's the flash from the camera that's causing the "white out" under the sweater!<br /> 7. The "pinspiration" for #5. I'm no Karolina Kurkova that's for sure! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/back-to-my-basics#post-834269 Thu, 31 Jan 2013 05:57:17 +0000 christy 834269@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Bah humbug to edge - I'm embracing my modern classic side! I'm kidding because I totally appreciate funkier, edgier, trendier, whatever you want to call it on others...just not on me. So here are a few of the outfits I've worn in the past couple of weeks that I felt were more successful because they felt more like "me".</p> <p>Comments, thoughts, suggestions for improvements always welcome. I'll do outfit deets below. </p>