https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/california-cool-or-something-else Style Advice for Fashion Lovers en-US Tue, 14 Apr 2026 22:44:43 +0000 http://bbpress.org/?v=1.0.2 q https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/search.php https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/california-cool-or-something-else#post-2039784 Wed, 03 Jul 2019 01:25:37 +0000 Anonymous 2039784@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I live in a hot half the year climate, and live in dresses (like this one) and sandals (cognac above) for weekends! Or tube skirts + flowy tops, or flowy skirts + fitted tops. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/california-cool-or-something-else#post-2039726 Tue, 02 Jul 2019 20:19:12 +0000 Gretchen 2039726@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Hi Lori, I can’t see your pictures, but can empathize with the goal to look fabulous while also being casual. Have you thought about the texture or detail on your clothes? I tend to look at that as a way to dress up basics, and then add in accessories to pull it together. Some finds below - can’t wait to see what others add as well. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/california-cool-or-something-else#post-2039548 Tue, 02 Jul 2019 09:43:17 +0000 Bijou 2039548@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Hi Lori, I can't see your photos so not sure if what I wear would be suitable for you. As Sal said I live in Australia where we have long hot summers. I like breezy summer dresses and playsuits in summer. These are some of my favourite summer pieces. I like comfortable but statement footwear.</p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/california-cool-or-something-else#post-2039351 Mon, 01 Jul 2019 16:48:50 +0000 Barbara Diane 2039351@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Without the photos it’s a bit challenging to advise, but I’d look around you when you are out and about and notice what others whose style you like are wearing. And if they are all quite different from you then note if there is an aspect that would work for you. Also try adjusting who you are looking at to see if there are women more similar to you whose style you would like to emulate. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/california-cool-or-something-else#post-2039203 Sun, 30 Jun 2019 20:53:53 +0000 LoriFLA 2039203@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Thank you rachylou!! Yes, larger straps seem to be current now. &nbsp;I am behind. &nbsp;Thank you!!&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/california-cool-or-something-else#post-2039201 Sun, 30 Jun 2019 20:53:09 +0000 rachylou 2039201@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Eta: the outfit with the red top is bang on, IMO. Drapey fabrics. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/california-cool-or-something-else#post-2039200 Sun, 30 Jun 2019 20:52:07 +0000 LoriFLA 2039200@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Sal, thank you so much Sal for the suggestions. The clothing items all sound great and I can see myself wearing them. &nbsp;I get stuck in ruts and I need this advice. &nbsp;Thank you!!&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/california-cool-or-something-else#post-2039199 Sun, 30 Jun 2019 20:51:48 +0000 rachylou 2039199@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Interesting! The basic formula of tee, jeans, and sandals is totally Cali Cool. To make it trendier and sexier, I’d do a drapey tee with a slightly lower v neckline, sandals with wider straps... and ‘wooden’ sunglasses ... maybe dangly earrings... </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/california-cool-or-something-else#post-2039198 Sun, 30 Jun 2019 20:47:00 +0000 LoriFLA 2039198@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Thanks The Cat. </p> <p>Here are two photos that illustrate my penchant for prints and illustrate more of how I look closeup. &nbsp;I think I'm wanting a transformation from middle-age mom to someone more hipper and cool. &nbsp;It may not be possible with clothes. :-)&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/california-cool-or-something-else#post-2039196 Sun, 30 Jun 2019 20:41:45 +0000 Sal 2039196@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Hi Lori and welcome,</p> <p>I think sunglasses are a great place to start as they will be worn a lot and are very noticeable. You look great in your pictures - I love your hair. And your outfit is a perfect classic summer look.</p> <p>How about trendy flat sandals - metallic or mules or something colourful.</p> <p>A couple of other ideas that work in the heat - kimono toppers, assymetric wrap skirts, hoop earrings?</p> <p>I am in NZ so we get long warm summers - maybe check out some forum members who have a hot climate - Bijou, SaraL, TexStyle are three who look great in the heat. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/california-cool-or-something-else#post-2039193 Sun, 30 Jun 2019 20:29:25 +0000 The Cat 2039193@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Just chiming in to say that I think you look cool. Love your sandals.</p> <p>I am not the right person to give you advice, as my climate (in Scandinavia) is rather cold most of the year. However, I will be following this thread with interest, for inspiration on how to look cool in case of heatwaves here. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/california-cool-or-something-else#post-2039191 Sun, 30 Jun 2019 20:22:15 +0000 LoriFLA 2039191@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Hello,&nbsp;</p> <p>I am frequent visitor, not so frequent poster.&nbsp;</p> <p>I am thinking I need to tweak my style a bit. &nbsp;I live in a casual place. &nbsp;Nobody dresses up since it's a beach town. &nbsp;I like preppy, sporty, casual, although sometimes my clothing choices come off as looking frumpy, mumsy, or average. &nbsp;</p> <p>I don't think I have enough trendy or "cool" items. &nbsp;For instance, I could easily buy a pair of trendy sunglasses but instead wear a pedestrian, dated pair. &nbsp;Another example it that I'm drawn to prints and sometimes they look more schoolmarm than cool. &nbsp;I might not be able to erase the frumpy look completely because I have some weight I would like to lose, and I tend to wear capris and t-shirts because I don't like to expose my legs too much.&nbsp;</p> <p>I'm wondering what you would advise to inject some style if you lived in a hot climate. &nbsp; I'm wanting cool, effortless, slightly sexy if possible, maybe? </p> <p>Who should I look to for inspiration? Specific item recommendations and shops are appreciated. &nbsp;I am posting a pic of myself to show my body shape. &nbsp;Thank you for any advice. &nbsp; </p>