https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/can-we-talk-flannel-shirts Style Advice for Fashion Lovers en-US Wed, 15 Apr 2026 16:34:57 +0000 http://bbpress.org/?v=1.0.2 q https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/search.php https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/can-we-talk-flannel-shirts/page/2#post-1398146 Mon, 17 Nov 2014 11:33:41 +0000 Style Fan 1398146@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>The idea of a warm cuddly flannel&nbsp;shirt is very appealing to me.&nbsp; I almost ordered one from L L Bean.&nbsp; I live in a very cold climate and warm clothing is a necessity.&nbsp; I also live in a place where people dress like lumberjacks and they are not making a fashion statement.&nbsp; I resisted buying a flannel shirt.&nbsp; It just seemed weird.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/can-we-talk-flannel-shirts/page/2#post-1397877 Sun, 16 Nov 2014 23:00:36 +0000 Lorem Ipsum 1397877@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I've been dreaming of a warm flannel shirt. It sounds like I should order one from LL Bean. Thanks!</p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/can-we-talk-flannel-shirts#post-1397837 Sun, 16 Nov 2014 21:47:51 +0000 Nebraskim 1397837@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I like both heavier and thinner weight flannels. I find that they soften up considerably after washing. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/can-we-talk-flannel-shirts#post-1397832 Sun, 16 Nov 2014 21:34:08 +0000 Karie 1397832@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I am also loving plaid shirts this season, and plaid flannel shirts for the winter. I do however like the heavier flannel shirts for the "oh no it's coming" cold, snowy winter. In fact, I just returned a flannel shirt to JCP (Worthington brand, I think)&nbsp;because it was too lightweight! I do love the heavier weight of the Joe Fresh flannel shirts (also JCP). I don't know how it compares to the LL Bean, I haven't seen that IRL yet.</p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/can-we-talk-flannel-shirts#post-1397137 Sat, 15 Nov 2014 15:42:06 +0000 jackiec 1397137@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I love the warm hug feel of the LLBean, but really don't think I could layer over it or I'd be way way too hot. The old navy ones are much lighter. Good luck on your search. Looks like there are lots of options. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/can-we-talk-flannel-shirts#post-1397105 Sat, 15 Nov 2014 14:00:58 +0000 janni 1397105@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I've loved a cheap flannel shirt I bought at target several years ago. Not the best drape, but i loved the color so much I couldn't resist. I turn it inside out &amp; iron it with starch to give it a little more structure. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/can-we-talk-flannel-shirts#post-1397078 Sat, 15 Nov 2014 09:17:38 +0000 unfrumped 1397078@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I think it does depends on how you want the shirt to look and drape or not, and your frame-- combination of drape and cut.<br /> My shoulders and frame can't " stand up" to a heavy flannel and boxy cut if trying to look like a shirt-- will tend to look like a shirt- jac or the wool or fleece lined versions. Then to some extent I'm trying to avoid some aspects of the older lady wearing untucked shirt over T look, which can easily<br /> skew frumpy on me , though it is less concern for winter home loungewear. This is partly because my pant options don't run toward " skinny".<br /> fit.<br /> I've held on to a microfleece shirt because it is warm but is less stiff. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/can-we-talk-flannel-shirts#post-1397040 Sat, 15 Nov 2014 06:02:50 +0000 Debbie 1397040@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Deb I have the checked shirt from BR and to me it is a perfect weight. It washes well and can be layered if you want. I highly recommend it. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/can-we-talk-flannel-shirts#post-1397008 Sat, 15 Nov 2014 04:42:26 +0000 ElleH 1397008@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I like the weight of the LL Bean as a Fall/Winter shirt. I do have a cotton plaid shirt that is not from flannel, just a wrinkly shirting material. I like being able to wear that in warmer weather or with more layers in cold weather. If you want one that is more versatile I would get a lighter weight that you can add under layers to for warmth. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/can-we-talk-flannel-shirts#post-1396861 Fri, 14 Nov 2014 20:58:53 +0000 crutcher 1396861@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Aren't we funny?...I was out shopping this morning for a flannel shirt and passed over all I found because they were too light...I like to feel the warmth of the shirt...I do understand that this is a climate issue and that if I lived in a warmer climate, having a heavy flannel would be a mute point...Good luck with your search... </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/can-we-talk-flannel-shirts#post-1396626 Fri, 14 Nov 2014 13:59:44 +0000 Jjsloane 1396626@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I don't mind the weight, but it must be soft and still drape. You should try the Old Navy ones too- they are very lightweight (I have the one below) and best for layering since they are not too heavy. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/can-we-talk-flannel-shirts#post-1396574 Fri, 14 Nov 2014 11:42:08 +0000 jurocha 1396574@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I am with kkards; it should have some weight to it and provide warmth, but it can't be so heavy as not to drape... But I am not a fan of button up/down shirts, so the drape requirements might just be due me feeling uncomfortable in snug/stiff in button up/down shirts. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/can-we-talk-flannel-shirts#post-1396571 Fri, 14 Nov 2014 11:34:56 +0000 kkards 1396571@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>i actually like a nice medium weight, heavy enough to provide some warmth, but light enough to drape….i have a target mens flannel shirt from last year, that i'm actually going to wear today, that's just perfect.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/can-we-talk-flannel-shirts#post-1396568 Fri, 14 Nov 2014 11:30:48 +0000 Inge 1396568@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I love the weight of the L.L. Bean shirt for myself, but completely understand your need for a lighter weight flannel, Deb.</p> <p>I recently also picked up this gingham flannel one from Banana Republic, and that is definitely a lightweight shirt. I have the blue, but it also comes in charcoal. It's soft, and feels like nice quality (I have washed it once, no problems). </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/can-we-talk-flannel-shirts#post-1396533 Fri, 14 Nov 2014 06:53:52 +0000 Desmo April 1396533@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I want my flannel to be as thin and drapey as possible but I live in Los Angeles. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/can-we-talk-flannel-shirts#post-1396523 Fri, 14 Nov 2014 06:13:10 +0000 dashielle (Ann) 1396523@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I'm with ya Deb on team lightweight flannel. For me it's critical that the fabric is fluid enough AND if I'm going to wear it in the office or inside, I have to be able to reduce down to comfortable layers. I don't think I could even wear flannel with a sweater unless spending a lot of time out in the cold (yay outdoor malls!) in the Winter here. Old Navy has been my godsend on lighter flannel shirts this season (so far). </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/can-we-talk-flannel-shirts#post-1396487 Fri, 14 Nov 2014 05:02:06 +0000 Jeanie 1396487@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Thanks for the review. &nbsp;I am always looking for quality of fabric. &nbsp;I bought one at Target and it is lightweight but I am afraid it is going to pill quickly. &nbsp;I think my perfect flannel shirt would be a medium weight that has some drape and is made from an excellent fabric that holds up over time. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/can-we-talk-flannel-shirts#post-1396434 Fri, 14 Nov 2014 03:09:49 +0000 kristinarouse 1396434@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Flannel is very great fabric,comfortable and soft.</p> <p>I have ever bought a nightgown and i have to say I love my flannel nightgown.</p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/can-we-talk-flannel-shirts#post-1396423 Fri, 14 Nov 2014 02:23:10 +0000 Marley 1396423@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Yes - if I'm going to wear flannel - it has to be light weight! &nbsp;Otherwise, it just feels too non-drapey and structured. &nbsp;And then there is the whole lumber-jack vibe that (to me!) goes along with the thicker flannel fabric! &nbsp;Its not a vibe I'm striving for! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/can-we-talk-flannel-shirts#post-1396417 Fri, 14 Nov 2014 02:08:03 +0000 Laura (rhubarbgirl) 1396417@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I've had a men's sized Lands End flannel for years and years, and I tend to wear it as an over shirt or jacket. In my climate it'd definitely be too warm to wear as my regular shirt. But in a colder climate I'd wear it as a first layer. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/can-we-talk-flannel-shirts#post-1396409 Fri, 14 Nov 2014 01:40:54 +0000 Anonymous 1396409@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>It probably depends on the climate. When Angie first started posting about plaid this fall, it was still hot where I live. I got a sheer silky plaid buttondown and wore it a lot. Then I wS in Estes Osrk and needed something warmer. I picked up a couple of light weight cotton and brushed cotton shirts. Now I want a heavy flannel hug from a flannel shirt and will probably even layer under and over it on frigid days. I would even like one in wool if it wasn't itchy. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/can-we-talk-flannel-shirts#post-1396408 Fri, 14 Nov 2014 01:40:01 +0000 viva 1396408@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I guess I like both.</p> <p>Mine from the JCrew outlet is lighter weight and I could possibly wear a sweater over it, but I doubt I will because it's a little oversized. We'll see. Like you, I will probably layer a tee under for more warmth.&nbsp;</p> <p>However, I am thinking about also getting a heavy one, also from JCrew, for colder days and for outdoors. (That's below, in Finds.) My house can be drafty and I hate to wear tons of layers.&nbsp;</p> <p></p> <p></p> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/can-we-talk-flannel-shirts#post-1396403 Fri, 14 Nov 2014 01:29:10 +0000 Marmee 1396403@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I bought a thick one at Aritzia, and love it on its own, but it looks like it's too thick to go under a sweater. &nbsp;I feel like the under layer should be lighter than the over layer. &nbsp;I bought one from Madewell that's more of a mid weight, but it's kind of long and wide, and&nbsp;I haven't found the right sweater to go over it. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/can-we-talk-flannel-shirts#post-1396400 Fri, 14 Nov 2014 01:08:22 +0000 ma 1396400@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I ordered the lighter weight ll bean flannel...I don't know how to import on here but it's called the Freeport flannel on their website. It hasn't come in yet so I can't say of I like it or not but it did come in some very pretty colors (I chose "deep fuschia") and according to reviews it is lighter than Angie's pick. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/can-we-talk-flannel-shirts#post-1396389 Fri, 14 Nov 2014 00:36:00 +0000 DonnaF 1396389@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Good point!&nbsp; I actually wore out a lightweight flannel shirt I had years ago, and I'm not sure I would wear my LL Bean one nearly as much simply because it's so warm.&nbsp; This is a good argument not to duplicate in Bean-wear.&nbsp; Will have to check out Old Navy since sleeves tend to be long on me even in Petites. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/can-we-talk-flannel-shirts#post-1396384 Fri, 14 Nov 2014 00:29:45 +0000 Elly 1396384@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I live in a very cold climate (it snowed today) -- I work in a cold (63 degree) office and still preffer a lighter flannel than the l.l.bean. My complaint is about drape. The l.l.bean didn't collapse back in on &nbsp;me, and didn't stretch with me the way a regular flannel does.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/can-we-talk-flannel-shirts#post-1396382 Fri, 14 Nov 2014 00:18:19 +0000 Thistle 1396382@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I think it is climate related. But it could also be how warm you run. I prefer my flannels to be thick and warm - sort of like a button down sweater. But then, we got down to negative 45 last winter, so there is that! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/can-we-talk-flannel-shirts#post-1396377 Fri, 14 Nov 2014 00:10:55 +0000 Anonymous 1396377@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I would think thicker would = better quality. I would also look at how well the pattern is matched at the seams and if the colors look almost as vibrant on the inside as on the outside - another indicator of quality - colorfast or prone to fade. How about the workmanship - seams, buttons or snaps? Does the collar lie flat? How easily does the fabric wrinkle? </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/can-we-talk-flannel-shirts#post-1396375 Fri, 14 Nov 2014 00:07:54 +0000 Janet 1396375@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I like lighter weight ones too, but these days I'm starting to run warmer (sigh, I suppose it's mild hot flashes), so I'd rather have lighter layers that I can put on and take off rather than one heavy garment. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/can-we-talk-flannel-shirts#post-1396372 Fri, 14 Nov 2014 00:05:44 +0000 carter 1396372@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I hear you! I bought several of the very lightweight boyfriend length flannels from Old Navy for my post-surgery capsule. Super cheap, and I have literally lived in them for 5 weeks. They wash great (the arms shrink, so size up) and don't need ironing. I also bought a couple heavier ones from Urban Outfitters for snuggly Winter wear. </p>