https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/challenge-me-day-2 Style Advice for Fashion Lovers en-US Wed, 08 Apr 2026 06:16:41 +0000 http://bbpress.org/?v=1.0.2 q https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/search.php https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/challenge-me-day-2#post-2007285 Wed, 27 Feb 2019 11:49:43 +0000 gryffin 2007285@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Firecracker - I do keep my clothes a long time and if a jacket looks good but the lining is shattering it's worth it to me.&nbsp; I get about 2 yrs plus on relining.&nbsp; I also don't get bored with my clothes.&nbsp; I may add something new or wear it in a slightly different way but unless it's a mistake I do keep them a long time.<br />Katerina - you are much too kind!!&nbsp; You are always so gracious!!!&nbsp; But the coat is one of my more dramatic pieces!&nbsp; I do wish we'd see more snow leopard - it's such a classic pattern....must keep watching!!<br />Mainelady - you are such a sweetheart!&nbsp; Thank you!!<br />Suntiger - there's method behind the madness.&nbsp; I don't have time to shop.&nbsp; I have not been in a b&amp;m shop in more than 5 years.&nbsp; It's all internet.&nbsp; I need to be able to estimate if something will work otherwise the large amount of returns would be herculean!!&nbsp; Also when long blazers were out I needed to figure out what I could sub in.&nbsp; Even with relining I had jackets literally wearing to tatters, it wasn't a choice, I had to move on - but then the cycle shifted and long jackets are having a moment again. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/challenge-me-day-2#post-2007272 Wed, 27 Feb 2019 10:53:58 +0000 Anonymous 2007272@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Love that coat! Think I need to go measure all my clothes though </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/challenge-me-day-2#post-2007268 Wed, 27 Feb 2019 10:48:41 +0000 Mainelady 2007268@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Please forgive me. I caught myself drooling over this outfit. I would very happily shop your closet. That snow leopard coat is beyond fabulous! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/challenge-me-day-2#post-2007216 Wed, 27 Feb 2019 07:06:02 +0000 Katerina 2007216@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Smashing outfit! I love this coat - the colours are so beautiful. The pairing with the new boots is perfect. As everything else - the tunic, the sensational bag.... Chic is your middle name! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/challenge-me-day-2#post-2007202 Wed, 27 Feb 2019 05:23:11 +0000 Firecracker (Sharan) 2007202@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Another great outfit and description! The snow leopard jacket is gorgeous. Relining jackets twice is quite a statement about how hard it was for you to find the right style during those years! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/challenge-me-day-2#post-2007056 Wed, 27 Feb 2019 00:42:52 +0000 gryffin 2007056@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Bonnie - yes please!! Come wear booties and blazers with me!! I know it’s scandalous but I almost don’t wear shoes...just boots and booties. Weird, right? </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/challenge-me-day-2#post-2007049 Wed, 27 Feb 2019 00:19:51 +0000 Bonnie 2007049@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>You've inspired to start wearing my long blazers with boots! As soon as it gets a bit warmer, my blazers are lightweights. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/challenge-me-day-2#post-2007042 Wed, 27 Feb 2019 00:03:52 +0000 gryffin 2007042@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Cardiff girl - I am on a search out and buy toppers that are light but only black, white, gray.&nbsp; So hard to find.&nbsp; They are HEWI's for me.&nbsp; Especially the all season versions.&nbsp; I've been fortunate to find herringbone (that's tomorrows offering), glen plaid and plaid.&nbsp; It's so easy to toss a patterned topper over a column of black - but not easy to find them!! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/challenge-me-day-2#post-2007029 Tue, 26 Feb 2019 23:48:22 +0000 Cardiff girl 2007029@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I LOVE that leopard coat,l bet that it looks fab over your black pieces. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/challenge-me-day-2#post-2007008 Tue, 26 Feb 2019 23:19:44 +0000 gryffin 2007008@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Style Fan - exactly.&nbsp; Geometry is about relationships between shapes and proportions.&nbsp; We are saying the same thing.&nbsp; Just like interior design - color, pattern, balance, proportions - to create a pleasing balance, focal point, and to create mood.&nbsp; It helps me to focus on that especially when buying new pieces - what proportions, colors, pieces will help me create the effect I want with the existing pieces I have.&nbsp; Of course I'm not good at that!!&nbsp; But I try!!<br />Karen - 50% off on amazon.&nbsp; Even I can't justify a third back up.&nbsp; It would be nice to know it was going to a good home....&nbsp; Someone who would really appreciate it!!&nbsp; Just sayin......</p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/challenge-me-day-2#post-2006992 Tue, 26 Feb 2019 22:56:03 +0000 karen13 2006992@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Gorgeous pieces, all. And now I'm eyeing that bag. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/challenge-me-day-2#post-2006988 Tue, 26 Feb 2019 22:49:41 +0000 Style Fan 2006988@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>This is a gorgeous outfit Gryffin.&nbsp; I always think of styling an outfit as geometry and colour mixing.&nbsp; I do like the idea of Fashion is architecture. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/challenge-me-day-2#post-2006862 Tue, 26 Feb 2019 17:58:02 +0000 gryffin 2006862@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Angie - I am wearing my diamond studs, my schnauzer necklace, I used to wear a very delicate diamond and white gold watch which but the band started to break and I was told not to wear it every day so I'm just wearing my fitbit alta.&nbsp; I'm in private practice with my husband, I can wear anything I want but I don't like wearing jewelry at work, like scarves it annoys me.&nbsp; I will wear a broach on my jacket but otherwise jewelry means special which I'm fine with.&nbsp;&nbsp;<br />Suz - you are like my BFF from college.&nbsp; We are similar height and build but she's long waisted short legs, and I'm regular (but feeling short waisted) with long legs.&nbsp; She wear completely different styles.&nbsp; I'm constantly trying to visually elongate my waist line and show off my legs.&nbsp; I think the proportional differences are why we choose different styles even though our builds are similar.&nbsp;&nbsp;<br />Robin - did you see.....the bag is 1/2 price on amazon....okay, I lied, I don't have one I have two back up bags!!&nbsp; Even I know I don't need another......but....what about the zombie apocalypse?&nbsp; natural disaster?..... </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/challenge-me-day-2#post-2006851 Tue, 26 Feb 2019 17:32:05 +0000 RobinF 2006851@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Wow that coat is gorgeous! And the I have coveted that Coach bag ever since you first showed it. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/challenge-me-day-2#post-2006808 Tue, 26 Feb 2019 16:24:16 +0000 Suz 2006808@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>That coat is stunning. No wonder you love it. It's such a perfect ladylike piece, and even better with the juxtaposition.&nbsp;</p> <p>I'm always fascinated by your proportions discussions. One of these days I will do some measuring. You know we are more or less the same height and yet I find your long over lean proportions impossible to wear -- probably because I'm shorter legged and not "lean" on the bottom. I adore, adore, adore the look -- it's somehow both elegant and playful or agile -- but so far, I've failed when I try it -- it never feels like me or looks right. But, as you say, to our own selves we must be true, so there it is!&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/challenge-me-day-2#post-2006805 Tue, 26 Feb 2019 16:20:37 +0000 Angie 2006805@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>KILLER</p> <p>I'm loving the snow leopard in the mix, <b>Gryffin</b>. Which accessories are you wearing? Can you wear jewellery when you're a doctor? I can't remember.... </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/challenge-me-day-2#post-2006740 Tue, 26 Feb 2019 15:03:33 +0000 gryffin 2006740@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Joy - excessive length can be super tough even for me.&nbsp; I wear leggings and skirted leggings because my "skirt line" is short.&nbsp; Tunics/jackets 33-36" which is 5" above center knee.&nbsp; Because I am wearing opaque leggings and just showing silhouette I am fine with this.&nbsp; With tights I would need things to hit just above the knee or at the knee.&nbsp; Long is tricky.&nbsp; It requires more balance and perfect pieces.<br />Shevia - here's wishing both of us a lot more snow leopard!!&nbsp; Yes, unexpected footwear is my favorite!&nbsp; Here's to happy feet!! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/challenge-me-day-2#post-2006738 Tue, 26 Feb 2019 15:00:09 +0000 gryffin 2006738@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>taylor - you gave me a lift!&nbsp; What a sweetheart!!<br />kathie - not easy to find.&nbsp; That's why each jacket is golden.&nbsp; Sometimes in the spirit of fomo I buy something that's not perfect.&nbsp; I'm trying to be more selective.&nbsp; It's a good time because it's a feast, comparatively, right now.&nbsp; But I do need to stock up because the famine is coming.... </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/challenge-me-day-2#post-2006737 Tue, 26 Feb 2019 14:59:38 +0000 Jaime 2006737@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Snow leopard is one of my favorite prints and your outfit sounds stunning. Yes to unexpected footwear! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/challenge-me-day-2#post-2006736 Tue, 26 Feb 2019 14:58:34 +0000 Anonymous 2006736@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>The snow leopard has me drooling. At 5'3" I find the long jackets difficult to get right. Maybe they are too long. I will be studying your post and measuring . How long are your skirts and dresses at best length? </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/challenge-me-day-2#post-2006730 Tue, 26 Feb 2019 14:41:49 +0000 Kathie 2006730@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Love the snow leopard over column of black. I’m always so impressed at how you work with texture and pattern in your strict color palette. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/challenge-me-day-2#post-2006716 Tue, 26 Feb 2019 14:16:40 +0000 taylor 2006716@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>The snow leopard is really stunning . Your co- workers must be blown away by the most stylish physician ever ! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/challenge-me-day-2#post-2006708 Tue, 26 Feb 2019 14:09:22 +0000 gryffin 2006708@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Lynn - thank you.&nbsp; B&amp;W/gray clean and clear is for some reason a tough colorway to find.&nbsp; I am always on the lookout for interesting iterations.&nbsp; I've been looking for a back up to this coat for ages without success.&nbsp; I wish there was more snow leopard across all pieces.&nbsp; So the search continues.... </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/challenge-me-day-2#post-2006679 Tue, 26 Feb 2019 13:41:06 +0000 lyn67 2006679@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>A snow leopard is such an elevation from a plain bl&amp;w and you surely kick them all in your tipped booties!:-) </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/challenge-me-day-2#post-2006669 Tue, 26 Feb 2019 13:22:14 +0000 gryffin 2006669@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Bijou - Thank you!&nbsp; I do love my lab coat.&nbsp; I think the more restrictive the palate the more particular I need to be on fit, quality, color, texture and how items move on the body.&nbsp; It's the Mies van der Rohe "God is in the details."&nbsp;&nbsp;<br />TG - It's the Coco Chanel "Luxury must be comfortable, otherwise it is not luxury."&nbsp; I have no tolerance for fussing, I often forget or would have to think about what I put on if you blindfolded me.&nbsp; That's the epitome of a great outfit, it just becomes you and you can get on with life without a further thought to it.<br />Staysfit - yes, we are very alike in that we must have a tough component to offset the polished professional.&nbsp; Just a bit of the urban warrior.<br />kkards - this is "g's wisdom" on long jackets - toss or keep at your discretion.....The longer the coat the more difficult to style.&nbsp; Midi's are a bear.&nbsp; I only have one and don't wear it that often.&nbsp; Long jackets are best at 33"&nbsp; You can go to 36"&nbsp; if you are tall (I'm 5'3") you can add a couple of inches but you want them well above the knee.&nbsp; Show some leg without showing leg (hence the leggings/skirted leggings.)&nbsp; This tunic is about 33", the coat is 35"&nbsp; So 2" shorter in front but the back hem is split and stepped and it's about 3" below.&nbsp; So I have some hem interest going but it's proportional.&nbsp; Tunics/mini dresses can be up to 2" shorter than jacket to 3" longer than jacket more or that either way looks less deliberate and balanced to me eye.&nbsp; Although I do have tricks, column of color, low hip belts, adding skirted leggings to lengthen a short tunic to make things work.&nbsp; Again the Coco Chanel, "Fashion is architecture: it is a matter of proportions."&nbsp; It's very important in simple outfits to pay very close attention to them.</p> <p> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/challenge-me-day-2#post-2006648 Tue, 26 Feb 2019 12:26:28 +0000 kkards 2006648@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>gryffin, I’m intrigued by the long over long. Do the tunic and the jacket hit at the same place?<br /> That leopard coat is TDF </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/challenge-me-day-2#post-2006647 Tue, 26 Feb 2019 12:19:07 +0000 Staysfit 2006647@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>A wonderful look Griffin! I like how you toughen up feminine aspects of your look, which is what I mentioned in my post as well. I love the accessory choices and think they make your look truly outstanding and identifiably yours. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/challenge-me-day-2#post-2006645 Tue, 26 Feb 2019 12:05:08 +0000 Helena 2006645@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Fabulous. I love how chic but also practical for your life these are. The holy Grail of style. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/challenge-me-day-2#post-2006643 Tue, 26 Feb 2019 12:00:59 +0000 Bijou 2006643@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>This is definitely an outfit I would love to wear. Your Coach bag is simply beautiful and that coat and those boots are swoon-worthy. All your items have interesting points of difference. </p> <p>I am loving seeing how you make your beautiful items come together and the crisp white lab coat is the most stylish lab coat ever! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/challenge-me-day-2#post-2006641 Tue, 26 Feb 2019 11:52:10 +0000 gryffin 2006641@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I chose this outfit because the core pieces are quite old.&nbsp; The EF Merino tunic which has a lovely split step hem, subtle but visible is from 2013 (when I first started to track purchases) and was from my first NAS.&nbsp; Late fall to early spring it is in rotation either weekly or every other week.&nbsp; Nice minimal tunics tunics - 33-36" are very difficult to find.&nbsp; No pills or signs of wear.&nbsp; The jacket is AT from 2014 and was sold as a light coat in fall I got it on super sale in spring.&nbsp; During this period of time long blazers were impossible to find.&nbsp; My old 20 yr blazers which had already been relined not once but twice were in desperate need of retirement.&nbsp; So I purchased some light toppers in similar length, approx 33" but they were more A line than my blazers.&nbsp; They worked brilliantly and have become an alternate silhouette.&nbsp; I am on the hunt for more in this style for both warm/cold seasons.&nbsp; The clear b&amp;w snow leopard is a favorite, I really love the bracelet sleeves - I do not mind LS peaking out and it transitions well spring and fall because of them.&nbsp; Again wearing with leggings and my new Frye Shane tipped boots - because I can.&nbsp; It's cold but most of the snow is melted.&nbsp; We except bad weather the end of the week so I am enjoying wearing a sleek bootie.&nbsp; The coat is very ladylike which is a huge part of my style, but I always add an unexpected bootie to toughen it up - moto, sleek black leather hiking, although for dress I would wear a knee high boot in an equestrian style or a sleek suede black bootie/shootie.&nbsp; But I like the juxtaposition of unexpected footwear.&nbsp; This outfit is me because of the column of black, patterned blazer coat, old well loved pieces combined with new, ladylike, dressy, polished but unexpected footwear.&nbsp;&nbsp; </p>