https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/closet-orphans-revived Style Advice for Fashion Lovers en-US Tue, 28 Apr 2026 06:22:47 +0000 http://bbpress.org/?v=1.0.2 q https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/search.php https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/closet-orphans-revived#post-2411694 Tue, 28 Apr 2026 04:18:21 +0000 Sal 2411694@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Nicely done - these both look modern and fresh.&nbsp; I like them both and also think they look like you - and are practical.</p> <p>I have worn the navy booties a couple of times - and think they work with wide leg pants and look modern enough.</p> <p> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/closet-orphans-revived#post-2411691 Tue, 28 Apr 2026 02:59:51 +0000 Star (Lise) 2411691@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Well Done! These are VERY fab outfits. Excellent dress. You have given me an idea how to lighten up my black dresses, of which I have at least five that my DH doesn't like because they are so dark and sombre. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/closet-orphans-revived#post-2411684 Tue, 28 Apr 2026 01:39:25 +0000 Kyle 2411684@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>It isn’t always easy to find new ways of wearing these sort of abandoned wardrobe items, but seeing this makes me remember that it is worth the effort. I love the Mary Janes, as others have said, because they add a very of the moment touch. And your striped cardigan is a classic, but still feels very fresh. The touches of white or cream brighten everything quite successfully. You’ve inspired me, Dee. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/closet-orphans-revived#post-2411681 Tue, 28 Apr 2026 01:32:46 +0000 Aquamarine 2411681@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Great exercise, very successful! I need to do this too—instead of buying buying buying </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/closet-orphans-revived#post-2411680 Tue, 28 Apr 2026 01:23:10 +0000 slim cat 2411680@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Both outfits look great! Re-mixing pieces is fun idea as well ( personally I'd wear blue muted jacket with everything - wide leg pants/jeans, jorts, full skirts and dresses ). </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/closet-orphans-revived#post-2411670 Mon, 27 Apr 2026 23:05:53 +0000 Jaime 2411670@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Both of these outfits are great! I have been in a style funk but hope to snap out of it and try some new twists on old favorites. Thanks for the inspiration! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/closet-orphans-revived#post-2411664 Mon, 27 Apr 2026 22:47:03 +0000 LJP 2411664@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Nicely done, Dee. And kudos to not passing on pieces that you can still use. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/closet-orphans-revived#post-2411663 Mon, 27 Apr 2026 22:43:38 +0000 Dee 2411663@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Thank you all, happy you like my revived versions.<br /> COOKIE, ANGIE- Yes, I definitely need to try the light jacket over the polo dress.<br /> CARLA- I know what you mean about feeling like you're starting over when the seasons change. Hope to see your revived versions.<br /> SHARAN, SUZ - Yep, it could be crunch time for some of those unworn items. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/closet-orphans-revived#post-2411662 Mon, 27 Apr 2026 22:19:59 +0000 Angie 2411662@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I was just going to suggest what <b>Cookie </b>did! Wear the jacket over the dress,<b> Dee</b> :)&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/closet-orphans-revived#post-2411660 Mon, 27 Apr 2026 22:07:31 +0000 Suz 2411660@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Wow, the dress and cardigan outfit is fantastic on you! Really fresh and fun. Perfect for sping!&nbsp;</p> <p>I really like the other outfit, too -- agree that the jacket works with the barrel jeans and the Mary Janes make it feel current.&nbsp; </p> <p>ETA I haven't revived anything recently but I am considering a few items -- whether to donate or try in new ways.&nbsp;</p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/closet-orphans-revived#post-2411659 Mon, 27 Apr 2026 21:58:42 +0000 Cookie 2411659@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I really like the jacket with the jeans! Maybe it would look good over the dress too? </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/closet-orphans-revived#post-2411658 Mon, 27 Apr 2026 21:57:28 +0000 Carla 2411658@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Both outfits are winners, but like sweater with dress combo is ‘fresh’!</p> <p>After this long winter, I feel like all my summer garments are orphans! &nbsp;Hopefully, they will all be in rotation in a week or two. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/closet-orphans-revived#post-2411656 Mon, 27 Apr 2026 21:51:12 +0000 Angie 2411656@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>What <b>JAileen</b> said!&nbsp;</p> <p>LOVE the dress-cardi-sneaker combination, <b>Dee</b>! KILLER FANTASTIC!! You are <i>stinking cute</i>! Your bob and crossbody add to the look too!&nbsp;</p> <p>And outfit #1 is smashingly elevated with those Mary Janes! Love the high contrast between all the pieces in the outfit. Punchy!&nbsp;</p> <p>WELL DONE </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/closet-orphans-revived#post-2411654 Mon, 27 Apr 2026 21:41:04 +0000 JAileen 2411654@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>OMG I love the sweater and dress combo! &nbsp;So fab! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/closet-orphans-revived#post-2411653 Mon, 27 Apr 2026 21:40:03 +0000 Firecracker (Sharan) 2411653@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Nicely done, Dee! Both outfits look great. Can't think of anything I've revived lately. There are definitely candidates in my wardrobe, though--things I need to figure out a way to wear, or let them go. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/closet-orphans-revived#post-2411651 Mon, 27 Apr 2026 21:26:10 +0000 Dee 2411651@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I've had these 2 clothing pieces languishing in my closet unworn for a couple of years but during a recent seasonal closet shuffle, I was finally able to figure out a different way to actually style them so they'd suit me better. Mixing them with some of my other newer pieces and having an open eye to different silhouettes has really helped to finally revive them for me.</p> <p><b>1) MUTED BLUE CROPPED JACKET-</b><br /> The light muted colour and cropped length of this jacket always threw me off, but I think it works quite well when paired with these barrels and mary janes.</p> <p><b>2) NAVY TOMMY HILFIGER MIDI POLO DRESS-</b><br /> This dress felt kind of dark and basic so I added my cream/navy striped knit jacket as a topper and my chunky beige skecher sneakers to brighten things up.</p> <p>My goal was to try and style these items to feel both relaxed and modern but comfort (especially for my aging feet) was also a top priority.</p> <p><i>Anyone else finding different ways to style some closet orphans?<br /> </i></p>