https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/black-skirt-for-summer Style Advice for Fashion Lovers en-US Wed, 08 Apr 2026 22:34:36 +0000 http://bbpress.org/?v=1.0.2 q https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/search.php https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/black-skirt-for-summer#post-1502071 Sat, 06 Jun 2015 03:15:04 +0000 Transcona Shannon 1502071@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Update: I received the BR skirt and although I absolutely love the style and fit, the fabric is a little on the thin side. This doesn't bother me if I'm wearing a tunic length top as there is additional coverage then but I certainly wouldn't be comfortable with any sort of shorter top. I guess I need to decide if that's a deal breaker for me. Might pop by The Bay tomorrow and see if they have the INC skirt to try for comparison. Maybe post some pics tomorrow too. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/black-skirt-for-summer#post-1501329 Thu, 04 Jun 2015 16:44:12 +0000 Sveta 1501329@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I think INC one is worth a try! I am almost tempted myself but I am sure it will be a mini on me </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/black-skirt-for-summer#post-1501262 Thu, 04 Jun 2015 14:56:48 +0000 Anonymous 1501262@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I really like the INC one. That's one of those totally odd labels that can have some really great things, and some real head-scratchers too. I love this mesh overlay idea..... </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/black-skirt-for-summer#post-1500801 Wed, 03 Jun 2015 19:10:51 +0000 Anonymous 1500801@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I love that third skirt if it can be worn for work. You may see the EF version on eBay. It is pull on like a tube skirt and thick enough not to show evert bulge. The regular hits just at my knees. I got it in my usual EF size (XS). </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/black-skirt-for-summer#post-1500793 Wed, 03 Jun 2015 19:01:54 +0000 Transcona Shannon 1500793@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Makes complete sense Elizabeth - thank you so much.</p> <p>I've added a 3rd tube-ish black skirt option at the top in my original post for feedback should anyone be interested </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/black-skirt-for-summer#post-1500659 Wed, 03 Jun 2015 14:06:01 +0000 Elizabeth P 1500659@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I'm not sure Shannon, I didn't look at it with that in mind.&nbsp; But I suspect not easily... the fabric kind of curves around and up, so you'd have to blend the hemmed seam back in to the part of it which you don't want to touch. &nbsp; Which would take care and talent. Make sense? </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/black-skirt-for-summer#post-1500658 Wed, 03 Jun 2015 13:54:52 +0000 Transcona Shannon 1500658@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Deborah - oooohhhhh...I do like the Metalicus skirts...</p> <p>Elizabeth - thanks so much for the feedback. Obviously it's as Lisa indicated - very thin. Once it arrives I will post a "real life" review. As for the longer one, do you think it is something that could be hemmed from the bottom without losing the shape? </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/black-skirt-for-summer#post-1500650 Wed, 03 Jun 2015 13:39:23 +0000 Glory 1500650@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I think this would be a great addition to your wardrobe and work with loads of your tops. Sorry to be such an enabler </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/black-skirt-for-summer#post-1500605 Wed, 03 Jun 2015 12:16:53 +0000 Elizabeth P 1500605@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Hi Shannon,<br />I checked out this skirt last night, plus the longer one that Angie showed in her recent ensemble.&nbsp; </p> <p>This one IS thin, and as such you may find it a bit flimsy feeling.&nbsp; But it's not bad... I think I could handle it, but I know a friend of mine would find it too drapey.&nbsp; Now, I found it small.&nbsp; I am an 8 in BR pants almost always, but the M (8-10) was tight through the butt/hips.&nbsp; And the thin fabric couldn't handle that, if you know what I mean :).&nbsp; But sized up... it wasn't bad.&nbsp; On me, this meant it was then a bit big around the waist, but I think that's ok for a skirt like this.&nbsp; I know you've already ordered this, but for anyone else, you may want to consider sizing up, or trying two sizes.&nbsp; I'd be interested to know what you think of it, so please post when it arrives!</p> <p>The long one is sheer genius.&nbsp; It has an inner skirt, so no worrying about what the slit does when you sit.&nbsp; It was actually almost too long on me... touched the ground, but I was doing a bunch of errands and didn't feel like taking the time to try on a Petite. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/black-skirt-for-summer#post-1499719 Mon, 01 Jun 2015 22:23:38 +0000 Deborah 1499719@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Good luck with the BR one, in love how it looks.</p> <p>Just food for thought...Metalicus have this lovely skirt<br /> <a href="http://www.metalicus.com/collections/skirts/cuba-skirt-black.html" rel="nofollow">http://www.metalicus.com/colle.....black.html</a><br /> And their classic tube skirt<br /> <a href="http://www.metalicus.com/collections/skirts/the-tube-skirt-black.html" rel="nofollow">http://www.metalicus.com/colle.....black.html</a> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/black-skirt-for-summer#post-1499633 Mon, 01 Jun 2015 19:07:36 +0000 Anonymous 1499633@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>After all of that yelling i just did - I bought an EF jerseyish skirt (knee length) in black instead (from ChaCha) . &nbsp;Yes, I could have bought a new car instead, but it is so much better in terms of quality etc - as we all know. &nbsp;I have to take it in a bit, so it's sitting in my sewing pile, but it will be the skirt of the summer I think. &nbsp;Note to self: &nbsp;get it done!!! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/black-skirt-for-summer#post-1499630 Mon, 01 Jun 2015 19:05:40 +0000 Anonymous 1499630@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>First of all, I love the creative spelling of "ruched" that The Bay used. Lol. I am frustrated with these BR skirts and dresses! &nbsp;Every time one is posted or featured here, I go into the store to check it out and just can't with them.. &nbsp;They are so thin and chintzy looking (and I don't mean chintz pattern &nbsp;haha) that I cannot figure out who can wear them other than the extremely thin with a straight body . &nbsp;I don't know, they just never look good to me. They show every single line, lump and bump , even when there aren't many to show! &nbsp; The VC ones are always good , but you know that. Have you ever tried on the VC ruched version? I'm petrified of it because it looks so tiny on the hanger, but it is indeed pretty . &nbsp;I have 2 of the tube skirts and have not worn either yet this spring - yikes! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/black-skirt-for-summer#post-1499599 Mon, 01 Jun 2015 18:15:56 +0000 Thistle 1499599@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I tried on a VC ruched skirt. It didn't work on my softer post baby body, but the construction and fabric were amazing! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/black-skirt-for-summer#post-1499558 Mon, 01 Jun 2015 16:40:24 +0000 Sveta 1499558@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>If this BR skirt is the same fabrication as the midi one it would be too casual for work in my world. Somehow it felt more casual to me that VC tube striped skirt - maybe because the fabric is not as substantial?<br />Fingers crossed it works for you&nbsp; - keep us posted! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/black-skirt-for-summer#post-1499536 Mon, 01 Jun 2015 15:48:46 +0000 Anonymous 1499536@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I have an older EF black tube skirt that is a workhorse all year. I love it in the summer with sleeveless silky tees and summer footwear. I'm a big fan of black in summer. Showing more skin keeps it from looking too heavy </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/black-skirt-for-summer#post-1499503 Mon, 01 Jun 2015 14:42:10 +0000 Transcona Shannon 1499503@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Elizabeth - that would be fabulous! I've ordered it since today is 35% off online orders only but would love your feedback if you have the time and/or inclination. Thank you so much </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/black-skirt-for-summer#post-1499502 Mon, 01 Jun 2015 14:41:26 +0000 Transcona Shannon 1499502@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>In the "no time to waste" department, I have gone ahead and ordered the BR skirt. No idea what my size is in BR regular anymore so went with my gut instinct. At 17" in length, the petite would be bordering on indecent for work so went with regular.</p> <p>Suz - I couldn't agree more about the VC tube skirts. I'm also wearing all three of mine several years in. Those things are amazing! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/black-skirt-for-summer#post-1499500 Mon, 01 Jun 2015 14:40:12 +0000 Elizabeth P 1499500@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I have a huge return to do to BR in the next couple of days, and that skirt is showing available at my store... I will check it out for you if you'd like.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/black-skirt-for-summer#post-1499496 Mon, 01 Jun 2015 14:37:06 +0000 rute 1499496@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>The BR is stunning! Try it, it's very chic and it seems perfect for work. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/black-skirt-for-summer#post-1499493 Mon, 01 Jun 2015 14:32:41 +0000 Suz 1499493@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Try BR first since you can get it easily, and then maybe the VC if it does not work? Or maybe the VC will show up later in the season at The Bay. If so, snap it up pronto. I am still wearing my VC tube skirts 4 seasons on! One is getting a bit pilled but I can't believe how well they have lasted.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/black-skirt-for-summer#post-1499486 Mon, 01 Jun 2015 14:25:06 +0000 Sara L. 1499486@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I really like the shape of the&nbsp;BR skirt.&nbsp; If the length works for you, I'd at least try it.&nbsp; The ruched skirt is nice too, but I like the unusual draping of the BR skirt. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/black-skirt-for-summer#post-1499478 Mon, 01 Jun 2015 14:17:03 +0000 Transcona Shannon 1499478@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I love the longer BR skirt Angie has shown us but it is much too long for petite me. I'm wondering if anyone has seen the one I'm showing below? I'd like a lighter weight black skirt for summer and this could fit the bill. Given the measurements in length, I'd go for the regular as the petite would be too short for work. Reviews aren't great but still...thoughts?</p> <p>Or there's the VC ruched tube skirt from Amazon (2nd pic)? </p> <p><b>ETA: I've added this mesh overlay black skirt in the 3rd pic as another option. It is a simple pull on style with elastic waist similar to the VC tube skirt but with this asymmetrical mesh overlay. Thoughts?</b></p> <p><b>I've ordered the BR skirt but thanks to Elizabeth's detailed review, my strong hunch is it will be returned due to thin fabrication.</b> </p>