https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/disappointed-in-tim-gunn Style Advice for Fashion Lovers en-US Tue, 05 May 2026 15:16:17 +0000 http://bbpress.org/?v=1.0.2 q https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/search.php https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/disappointed-in-tim-gunn#post-191151 Wed, 28 Jul 2010 14:43:47 +0000 Michelle 191151@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Maybe it's just me, but from reading the more in-depth comments that Vix posted (thanks, btw), I got the sense that he'd completely support the YLF approach to skinnies. I read his initial comment as referring to jeggings and not much more than that. Later comments have him singling out the straight leg jean as the most flattering silhouette, and that's a view that seems to have a lot of support over here. The skinnies favoured by teens *aren't* appropriate for those of us who are curvier, older or more conservative, and he's just stating that fact more boldly than we tend to do.<br /> I could be interpreting his comments incorrectly or assessing things wrong since I can't see te various skinny-wearing appproaches on offer around the world, but that's my take.</p> <p>As for my denim choices... My excessive curviness dictates the need for straight legs rather than super-tapered skinnies, and I intend to keep wearing that silhouette all season long. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/disappointed-in-tim-gunn#post-191143 Wed, 28 Jul 2010 14:32:35 +0000 Lisa 191143@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I like Tim and I agree with others that said he is probably talking about jeggings. Skinnies are too main stream to state only 20 and under can wear them. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/disappointed-in-tim-gunn#post-191091 Wed, 28 Jul 2010 11:11:27 +0000 yublocka 191091@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I love Tim Gunn wholeheartedly. Despite that I don't care what he does or doesn't say about skinny jeans, I'll keep wearing them regardless </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/disappointed-in-tim-gunn#post-191075 Wed, 28 Jul 2010 09:26:17 +0000 Mac 191075@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I agree that often, skinnies are not worn in a very attractive way and Tim Gunn (Stacy London also advises against skinnies, too, except for very young, trendy, slim girls) probably has seen too many of those and so has a visceral reaction against all skinnies. If only he'd come by YLF, he'd have his mind changed. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/disappointed-in-tim-gunn#post-190974 Wed, 28 Jul 2010 01:29:42 +0000 Maya 190974@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Angie, I don't understand. I was just pointing out that you consider straight legs skinny and he probably does not. I don't mean you're wrong or he's right....just that there is a difference. And you seem to agree. Am I missing something? It's late and my brain is dead and confused :(</p> <p>Thanks for posting Vix. I adore Tim. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/disappointed-in-tim-gunn#post-190970 Wed, 28 Jul 2010 01:26:33 +0000 Vix 190970@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>ETA</p> <p>I should have Googled, because here he is with more info on his perspective [May 2010]!</p> <p>&gt;Gunn stressed that balance was fundamental to achieving the right proportions in your look. A model came out in a billowy tunic paired with skinny jeans, but Tim reminded the audience that not every trend is for every body. </p> <p>&gt;When balancing out a looser top with more body skimming bottoms, Tim said he wasn't necessarily talking about skinny jeans. "The best fitting jean for most people is a jean that falls straight down from the widest part of your hip, no flare and no taper," advised Gunn. </p> <p>&gt;And though Gunn is CCO of Lucky Brand Jeans' parent company, he recommended Lucky Brand Jeans regardless of his affiliation. "They know jean fit better than anyone I've ever been around on this planet. I found myself in a dressing room with a size and style I would never have chosen for myself, and I look great in it!...if I do say so myself." The audience, of course, exploded with laughter.</p> <p><a href="http://tinyurl.com/26h7uz2" rel="nofollow">http://tinyurl.com/26h7uz2</a></p> <p>****</p> <p>...back to the opinions of his opinion! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/disappointed-in-tim-gunn#post-190965 Wed, 28 Jul 2010 01:22:50 +0000 taylor 190965@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Sounds like Timmy needs to log in on YLF </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/disappointed-in-tim-gunn#post-190964 Wed, 28 Jul 2010 01:21:24 +0000 Vix 190964@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Here is the full (brief) Q&amp;A:</p> <p>Q: "Skinny jeans are everywhere. But as a 5'9" (long torso), size-8 gal, I'm thinking these might not be the best look for me. Should the skinny look be reserved for the truly skinny figure (sizes 0 to 4), or is this trend for all?"</p> <p>A [Gunn]: The skinny jean or pant that looks like a cousin of leggings isn't for everyone. In my point of view, it's a look that works only for teens and early-20-somethings. Period. However, you can certainly wear a fitted jean or pant, and with your long torso, you can even consider a high-waisted style. When shopping for jeans, I suggest a dark wash. The darker the wash, the more appropriate the jean is for cocktail parties and other evening gatherings, so pairing a higher heel with this look is more than apt, providing it fits into your lifestyle.</p> <p><a href="http://www.marieclaire.com/fashion/trends/articles/tim-gunn-nautical-stripes" rel="nofollow">http://www.marieclaire.com/fas.....al-stripes</a></p> <p>****</p> <p>Gunn's known for his precise, incredibly parsed wording. IMO he's pretty clearly putting skinny jeans and jeggings in one category, and "fitted" jeans and pants in another. But it'd be nice if he could clarify his "whys" a bit more! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/disappointed-in-tim-gunn#post-190957 Wed, 28 Jul 2010 01:12:31 +0000 Angie 190957@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Maya, I didn't say that Tim Gunn was referring to a specific style of skinnies. Quite the opposite. Hence I am giving him the benefit of the doubt - a chance to qualify the blanket statement. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/disappointed-in-tim-gunn#post-190942 Wed, 28 Jul 2010 00:55:27 +0000 Maya 190942@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I don't see any purpose in comparing how teens and 20 year olds dress with how 40 and 50 year olds dress, but that may just be me.</p> <p>I love how skinnies look on anyone of any age when done right. The problem is they are so frequently NOT done right. Tops are worn too short, too skimpy, there isn't enough scrunch, too much ugly distressing, bad shoes, etc. It's easier to blanket skinnies under "bad" than "good" for that reason. I can understand why he feels that way. On YLF I think skinnies look universally flattering...but out in the real world? Not so much.</p> <p>Also, unlike Angie, I doubt he is encompassing straight legs. I think he is talking about ultra tapered peglegs. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/disappointed-in-tim-gunn#post-190917 Wed, 28 Jul 2010 00:32:06 +0000 Angie 190917@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Here, here, Kim! I second your observation wholeheartedly. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/disappointed-in-tim-gunn#post-190916 Wed, 28 Jul 2010 00:30:52 +0000 Queen Mum 190916@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Angie- I have to say even here, I think the older crowd wears the skinnies with so much more class than the teens. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/disappointed-in-tim-gunn#post-190915 Wed, 28 Jul 2010 00:29:34 +0000 Angie 190915@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Interesting. </p> <p>Tim Gunn *is* conservative when it comes to style and fashion. Also, his blanket statement might need a little qualification so I'll give him the benefit of the doubt at this point.</p> <p>Do feel like sending Tim Gunn to Hong Kong and Europe on a style exhibition though. He'll see 65 year olds flawlessly pull off tapered jeans tucked into boots with all the chic sophistication in the world. Often looking much better than a 20 year old. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/disappointed-in-tim-gunn#post-190865 Tue, 27 Jul 2010 21:55:01 +0000 Queen Mum 190865@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>everyone is entitled to their own opinion..... but we don't have to agree with it </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/disappointed-in-tim-gunn#post-190839 Tue, 27 Jul 2010 21:05:59 +0000 annagybe 190839@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>The questioner was 5'9" and a size eight and felt too big for skinnies. Their was a photo of Zoe Saldana (I think she might be an actress, could be wrong) wearing skinnies and stillettos next to the blurb. It's on page 62. Not going to retype his whole response. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/disappointed-in-tim-gunn#post-190832 Tue, 27 Jul 2010 20:55:48 +0000 tarzy 190832@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Interesting. I suppose it's all in the details. I know there are many fab woman of that age group here who "make it work." </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/disappointed-in-tim-gunn#post-190804 Tue, 27 Jul 2010 20:09:39 +0000 Scarlet 190804@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>That comment sounds really off to me. Humph. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/disappointed-in-tim-gunn#post-190796 Tue, 27 Jul 2010 19:55:42 +0000 Debbie 190796@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I like him but if thinks this 55 yr old is going to give up the skinnys with boots he's sadly mistaken. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/disappointed-in-tim-gunn#post-190777 Tue, 27 Jul 2010 19:06:30 +0000 Cookie 190777@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Louise - Tim Gunn is an American fashion consultant and a TV personality. He worked at the Parson's School for Design (NYC) from 1982 to 2007. Now he is best known for hosting "Project Runway" which begins its 7th season this week. Young designers create an outfit for a fashion show each week until all but 3 of the original (16?) are eliminated and then the 3 remaining actually show a collection at the official New York Fashion Week and the winner is given a lot of money and a mentor to start their own line. People love it. He also had a show called "Tim Gunn's Guide To Style" (a kind of make-over show) and he has published at least one book. He is anti fur and has made a film for PETA. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/disappointed-in-tim-gunn#post-190768 Tue, 27 Jul 2010 18:48:27 +0000 chewyspaghetti 190768@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>He probably also means with a short top. I do love Tim Gunn, but he is conservative. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/disappointed-in-tim-gunn#post-190763 Tue, 27 Jul 2010 18:46:19 +0000 Kristine 190763@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I agree, I think he means the most extreme version. I found another article where he gives advice to keep trying...</p> <p>Tim Gunn: Don't give up! I suggest that you try other brands. I find that the fit of jeans can be worlds apart from brand to brand. If you can find the right fit, skinny jeans can be very flattering."</p> <p>In another one he says he has a pair himself! So I think it's all in context, he probably means jeggings. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/disappointed-in-tim-gunn#post-190761 Tue, 27 Jul 2010 18:43:54 +0000 April 190761@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Anna, I didn't read the whole piece, but it seems like Tim is specifically referring to the certain type of skinnies that, as he says, look like leggings. To me, there is a big difference between the tight-tight-tight-all-the-way-to the-ankle skinnies (which I see teens wearing with tee shirts and cons) and the skinnies that most of us wear, which are slim without being skintight and generally worn with tunic-length coverage. He might even be referring to jeggings which, as we all know, are not pants. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/disappointed-in-tim-gunn#post-190759 Tue, 27 Jul 2010 18:42:12 +0000 RoseandJoan 190759@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I very much disagree with his comment, it's all in the execution, I have no interest in wearing skinnies in the same way as a teenager. I wonder how he feels about cigarette trousers which are considered classic but are the same silhouette? </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/disappointed-in-tim-gunn#post-190757 Tue, 27 Jul 2010 18:39:31 +0000 Cookie 190757@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I love Tim Gunn but I do think he has a more conservative and reserved point of view. I am not in my 20s either (I have a 20 year old daughter) but I am not giving up my skinnies! Especially tucked into boots. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/disappointed-in-tim-gunn#post-190756 Tue, 27 Jul 2010 18:34:24 +0000 Louise 190756@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Humph! I'm also a skinny lover and am nearly 10 years over my early 30's. Who is Tim Gunn by the way I've never heard of him! x </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/disappointed-in-tim-gunn#post-190753 Tue, 27 Jul 2010 18:32:06 +0000 annagybe 190753@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Currently reading the August issue of Marie Claire. In the Q and A section by Timm Gunn he states thus:</p> <p>"The skinny jean or pant that looks like a cousin of the leggings isn't for everyone. In my point of view, it's a look that only works for teens and early-20-somethings. Period....."</p> <p>I live in skinnies and I'm not in my early twenties. </p>