https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/burgundy-skinnies---what-works-what-doesnt-pic-heavy Style Advice for Fashion Lovers en-US Sun, 19 Apr 2026 05:45:03 +0000 http://bbpress.org/?v=1.0.2 q https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/search.php https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/burgundy-skinnies---what-works-what-doesnt-pic-heavy/page/2#post-1089286 Mon, 18 Nov 2013 19:35:39 +0000 Petite Marj 1089286@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Many thanks, Shannon, for giving my my very first YLF icon. Seeing it brought a huge smile to my face... </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/burgundy-skinnies---what-works-what-doesnt-pic-heavy/page/2#post-1089189 Mon, 18 Nov 2013 18:38:59 +0000 Lisa 1089189@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>These skinnies look like they will fit perfectly into your wardrobe.&nbsp; I like all of them except for the turquoise top.&nbsp; I'd rather see navy blue than turquoise paired with the burgundy color.&nbsp; Nice find! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/burgundy-skinnies---what-works-what-doesnt-pic-heavy/page/2#post-1088790 Mon, 18 Nov 2013 11:31:03 +0000 viva 1088790@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Love 9, 13-16. And am completely envious of your jacket collection. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/burgundy-skinnies---what-works-what-doesnt-pic-heavy/page/2#post-1088779 Mon, 18 Nov 2013 09:28:27 +0000 rute 1088779@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>love ALL of them! 11 is my favorite!!<br />It's a color that goes with everything! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/burgundy-skinnies---what-works-what-doesnt-pic-heavy/page/2#post-1088732 Mon, 18 Nov 2013 05:55:54 +0000 Marley 1088732@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Great purchase Shannon!&nbsp; #9 sends me into orbit!&nbsp; <b>LOVE </b>it! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/burgundy-skinnies---what-works-what-doesnt-pic-heavy/page/2#post-1088692 Mon, 18 Nov 2013 05:08:47 +0000 Mia 1088692@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Wow, instant workhorse. &nbsp;I love that they are from Sears. &nbsp;Perfect burgundy for your wardrobe. &nbsp;You just can't go wrong with these but I think you already know this. &nbsp;</p> <p>Are you able to get a leather/pleather jacket under your fur vest? &nbsp;Can look very mixed media without buying another item&nbsp;&nbsp;and up the cozy factor. &nbsp;When I do this people sometimes think it's one garment and ask me about it. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/burgundy-skinnies---what-works-what-doesnt-pic-heavy/page/2#post-1088684 Mon, 18 Nov 2013 04:56:21 +0000 Petite Marj 1088684@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Another brilliant capsule, Shannon. Many thanks for all of this&nbsp; work...<br />My eye immediately went to #9 - such a "regal" colour combination. The top has a lovely drape too. #10 has a definite "city chic" look with the animal print peeking out from the moto. <br />As has already been mentioned, I'd love to see #5 with your black booties and a silky burgundy top. <br />These skinnies already look like they are going to be one of your best fall/winter workhorses. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/burgundy-skinnies---what-works-what-doesnt-pic-heavy/page/2#post-1088668 Mon, 18 Nov 2013 04:31:57 +0000 Anonymous 1088668@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Holy cow woman! You really have shrunk! I haven't been getting to everyone's WIW's for a few weeks and you have been hard at work, obviously.</p> <p>Ok, now that that's out of the way, these skinnies look great. There were so many great outfits that I couldn't decide which ones worked and which ones I was just biased towards (my preferences over yours). I have to say that I can agree 100% with the ones that Angie mentioned. Enjoy your new pants! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/burgundy-skinnies---what-works-what-doesnt-pic-heavy/page/2#post-1088568 Mon, 18 Nov 2013 02:57:15 +0000 Robidi 1088568@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I like them all, but #9 is just stunning! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/burgundy-skinnies---what-works-what-doesnt-pic-heavy/page/2#post-1088386 Sun, 17 Nov 2013 22:39:25 +0000 Transcona Shannon 1088386@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Sorry I'm so late in getting back to this thread…</p> <p>Deborah - not too personal a question at all I think there are a few factors in why these skinnies felt right for me. First, the fabric was stretchy enough that I didn't feel like a sausage but thick enough that I didn't feel every lump and bump showed through; the rise isn't too low so that I worry they will fall off my backside if I bend over; and a newfound comfort with my body. Yes, I've lost some weight and inches but I am by no means at my ideal weight and size. But I've come to some sort of "truce" with my body over the last year and I'm letting a lot of my hangups go - they just hold me back, you know?</p> <p>Penny - I think you're totally on to something with the sleeve scrunching. It does give me more structure in an outfit. I also think the green sweater would work better with a faux tuck as well.</p> <p>Denise - oh my goodness, your observations and suggestions are brilliant! I can't thank you enough. You have such a great eye for pairings and proportions that I will truly take these to heart. I love your idea for "spy girl" with the fur vest and I'm glad you like the burgundy/green colour combo 'cause I love it (it truly is better IRL than it photographs). I have chocolate brown heeled booties that would work well and could be bookended with my animal print belt. I have a pair of Okala copycat shoes that would work…OH MY…I just thought of pairing those shoes (which have a dalmation black and white toe) with my black sequinned tank and leather jacket for another sparkly holiday outfit! THANK YOU DENISE!!!</p> <p>Suz - I'm really pleased with several of Sears' offerings this season. Both Sears and The Bay have upped their game in terms of what they're carrying but I also think through the teachings of Angie and YLF, I'm learning how to make local items work in similar ways as higher end items, which is making both me and my bank account very happy.&nbsp;</p> <p>Thank you everyone for your fantastic feedback :)</p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/burgundy-skinnies---what-works-what-doesnt-pic-heavy/page/2#post-1088035 Sun, 17 Nov 2013 15:43:31 +0000 lyn67 1088035@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Keepers o sure, esp love them with the cuncky sweatters! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/burgundy-skinnies---what-works-what-doesnt-pic-heavy/page/2#post-1087969 Sun, 17 Nov 2013 14:31:09 +0000 Diana 1087969@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>1 and 10 are my favorites. You look great in skinnies. I'm not crazy about the ones with the turquoise and white sweaters, I think because of the proportions. I am also not wild about 9 even though I love the gold and burgundy combo, but I am personally not a fan of the shapes created with tucked or semi tucked skinnies on anyone really. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/burgundy-skinnies---what-works-what-doesnt-pic-heavy/page/2#post-1087950 Sun, 17 Nov 2013 13:57:25 +0000 Emily 1087950@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I really like #4, 5, 8, 9, 10, 18. &nbsp;Especially 10!!</p> <p>These look like an awesome fit on you and you wear the skinny style beautifully. &nbsp;Excellent find. &nbsp;You are clearly in possession&nbsp;some sort of special Sears shopping talent - Sears Whisperer? </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/burgundy-skinnies---what-works-what-doesnt-pic-heavy/page/2#post-1087929 Sun, 17 Nov 2013 13:29:53 +0000 Suz 1087929@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Shannon, I am seriously thinking I need to do a Sears online order. Our Sears, like our Bay, has nothing in stock, which is the problem -- I cannot try on. So I hang back, not knowing the sizing. Lantana made a good point about sleeve scrunch, I think. Also love Denise's "spy girl" styling idea.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/burgundy-skinnies---what-works-what-doesnt-pic-heavy/page/2#post-1087927 Sun, 17 Nov 2013 13:23:06 +0000 Jules 1087927@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>This time of year I am stocking up on skinnies. I hope skinnies under tall boots never goes out of style because it is the perfect thing for Canadian winters. Yours have enough width and scrunch at the bottom to also be worn with booties etc. I think I need to go to Sears more often!<br /> I picked up some burgundy semi-skinnies from Jacob but mine are quite a bit brighter. I like them with grey and mustard. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/burgundy-skinnies---what-works-what-doesnt-pic-heavy/page/2#post-1087924 Sun, 17 Nov 2013 13:19:29 +0000 Momo 1087924@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>They look great! 10-16 are my favorites. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/burgundy-skinnies---what-works-what-doesnt-pic-heavy/page/2#post-1087909 Sun, 17 Nov 2013 12:56:45 +0000 Beth Ann 1087909@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Morning, Shannon!&nbsp; Yep, it was #5 I was referring to.&nbsp; I like Denise's "spy girl" idea. </p> <p>I suspected that the green sweater was photographing differently.&nbsp; I trust your eye completely.</p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/burgundy-skinnies---what-works-what-doesnt-pic-heavy/page/2#post-1087906 Sun, 17 Nov 2013 12:49:55 +0000 amiable 1087906@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Wow - you prove that these are perfect for you! &nbsp;(I need a pair!) &nbsp;I was surprised by&nbsp;and immediately loved #9. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/burgundy-skinnies---what-works-what-doesnt-pic-heavy/page/2#post-1087868 Sun, 17 Nov 2013 08:03:28 +0000 CocoLion 1087868@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>What a pair of jeans! &nbsp;They look outstanding on you, they flatter in every picture.&nbsp; And how do you manage to look so cute without makeup and "only" one cup of coffee? &nbsp;*Envy*</p> <p>Ideas -- for the vest outfit (#5?) try minimizing as the furry vest is so maximal. &nbsp;Black turtleneck and black booties maybe for a spy girl vibe?</p> <p>For the teal cashmere sweater -- it's an unusual color combination but I like it. &nbsp;Are you open to trying different color footwear? &nbsp;(I love the tan shoes when bookended with the lighter sweaters, just not as much&nbsp;with the teal sweater.) &nbsp;For example, brown for a tonal look, or black would work too, then tie it together with some accessories featuring a bit of brown or black.</p> <p>Love the striped sweater in the last photo, looks great on you!</p> <p>And the sparkly sweater (#9?) is perfect for a holiday gathering.</p> <p>Speaking of dressy, have you tried these jeans with a pair of pointy pumps (don't you have Okalas?) </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/burgundy-skinnies---what-works-what-doesnt-pic-heavy/page/2#post-1087866 Sun, 17 Nov 2013 07:58:59 +0000 londonkiwi (now back in NZ) 1087866@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Just chiming in because firstly you rock those skinny jeans and secondly that many outfit changes first thing in the morning is amazing.</p> <p>My favourites are #1 and the one with the white jacket.</p> <p>Also to say that over two years ago I bought a pair of burgundy jeans encouraged by Inge and Jean and they have been huge work horses in all seasons. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/burgundy-skinnies---what-works-what-doesnt-pic-heavy/page/2#post-1087864 Sun, 17 Nov 2013 07:40:22 +0000 Lantana 1087864@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>OK! I think I've nailed it. The emerald green (sorry, not turquoise) sweater isthe only one where you have not scrunched the sleeves. Isn't that interesting? Angie always says that flesh adds structure, so isthat what I am picking up on?<br /> Anyway, that aside, the rest of your stylings show a range of looks from at home by the fire to dressy. The colour is versatile and the cut looks great on you. What a find! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/burgundy-skinnies---what-works-what-doesnt-pic-heavy/page/2#post-1087860 Sun, 17 Nov 2013 07:29:33 +0000 Lantana 1087860@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Shannon, I'm so chuffed to catch one of your posts. I have only saccaded the thumbnails and will go back for a forensic look in a mo.<br /> My immediate reaction is that the proportions for all are spot on except the iterations with the turquoise top. They look "half and half", chopped across the middle, to my eye.<br /> I shall go and see if that is the case close up. Penny </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/burgundy-skinnies---what-works-what-doesnt-pic-heavy#post-1087847 Sun, 17 Nov 2013 07:04:23 +0000 Ariadne 1087847@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>YES! &nbsp;1, 8, 19, 10, 15 and 18 are my faves. &nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/burgundy-skinnies---what-works-what-doesnt-pic-heavy#post-1087717 Sun, 17 Nov 2013 03:12:02 +0000 Deborah 1087717@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Shannon I like each of these outfits. Personal preference dictates I like some better than others but I have no complaints:) </p> <p>#1, 10 &amp; 13 are so fab with #1 being the standout for me.</p> <p>Tell me why do you think these skinny jeans are working for you where others haven't? I know for me, I allow my weight to dictate things like this. Do you think this has any bearing for you? Hope this isn't too personal a question:) I have always thought you looked great in skinnies regardless but I do know how sensitively we can see our own proportions. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/burgundy-skinnies---what-works-what-doesnt-pic-heavy#post-1087702 Sun, 17 Nov 2013 03:00:52 +0000 Missey 1087702@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I do love the skinnies on you; all are lovely but my personal faves are 3, 9, and 13.&nbsp; My very favorite is your smile, it is beautiful in all outfit variations! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/burgundy-skinnies---what-works-what-doesnt-pic-heavy#post-1087688 Sun, 17 Nov 2013 02:51:10 +0000 Jaime 1087688@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Well clearly they were a great choice and you were right to immediately decide to keep them. You look great in a lot of these. I agree with Suz and maybe others that the horizontal line, when it is high contrast, is less good than the semi-tuck like in #9, which I love. I expect to be seeing more of these in the future! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/burgundy-skinnies---what-works-what-doesnt-pic-heavy#post-1087551 Sat, 16 Nov 2013 23:49:21 +0000 Transcona Shannon 1087551@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>It is exactly this type of feedback that makes YLF such an incredible place! I always learn and grow style wise with your suggestions.&nbsp;</p> <p>I'm glad you all think the burgundy skinnies work for me because I really REALLY am happy with them. And yes Carla, LOVE Jay Manuel's stuff! I have a few of his pieces now and am really impressed with the fit and quality at such a reasonable price point. I'm glad that Sears Canada is carrying his line.</p> <p>Nebraskim - it was the colour that drew me in and I just thought "why not try them". And yes, I was&nbsp;<i>very</i> surprised that they worked. I really had a preconceived notion of how I would look in skinnies and it wasn't that at all. I really am trying to learn that you cannot predict the fit of anything until you try it on.</p> <p>Dianthus - these do fit quite similarly to your cobalt skinnies and I thought about them when I tried them on. Neither one of us likes that "stuck to you" kind of look and these didn't have that. And look at how versatile your coloured skinnies have turned out to be?</p> <p>Aubergine - I do like the fur vest with them, just not with that blouse. But I already have another idea to incorporate the vest so still think I can make it work.</p> <p>Carla - will definitely try these with my hot pink sweater. My orange one is actually put away for the winter as it is a very light weight knit and offers no warmth whatsoever. I actually returned the yellow leather jacket so that's out too.</p> <p>bj1111 - LOVE your tweak suggestions and will definitely give those a whirl. Thank you!</p> <p>Angie &amp; Inge - when the two of you chime in and use words like "divine" and fab" - you just make my day :)</p> <p>Inge - that striped pullover was actually a Goodwill find last year and is one of my favourite cold weather casual items.</p> <p>Thank you ALL so much for your comments. I always appreciate your time and thoughtfulness. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/burgundy-skinnies---what-works-what-doesnt-pic-heavy#post-1087488 Sat, 16 Nov 2013 22:20:31 +0000 karymk 1087488@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Awesome job! I adore you in the burgundy pants, they are so versatile with what you have! The only stylings I did not think were your best looks were 4-8. This was fun to look at. Thanks for taking the trouble to show us your great handiwork. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/burgundy-skinnies---what-works-what-doesnt-pic-heavy#post-1087430 Sat, 16 Nov 2013 21:27:48 +0000 Inge 1087430@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>These were a fantastic find for sure, Shannon, wow! The skinnies look fab on you, and so does this colour. Angie's faves are my favourites too. LOVE how versatile these are going to be for you. And how fun is that striped turtleneck jumper!-) </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/burgundy-skinnies---what-works-what-doesnt-pic-heavy#post-1087428 Sat, 16 Nov 2013 21:24:20 +0000 Angie 1087428@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Look at you creating your little burgundy skinny jeans capsule. You clever lass.&nbsp;I'm glad they are keepers, Shannon. You look divine in these little darlings. Special shout out to #9, #10, #16&nbsp;and #18.&nbsp; </p>