https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/february-review--late-summer-2021-wiw Style Advice for Fashion Lovers en-US Thu, 09 Apr 2026 04:12:14 +0000 http://bbpress.org/?v=1.0.2 q https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/search.php https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/february-review--late-summer-2021-wiw#post-2175965 Wed, 03 Mar 2021 19:46:12 +0000 Sal 2175965@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Thanks Kelly, trying hard......</p> <p>Mirjana - thank you!</p> <p>Suntiger - I think you are an hourglass too and I find these shapes work the most easily with my body.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p> <p>Jenni - I was joking but there is a grain of truth in there.... </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/february-review--late-summer-2021-wiw#post-2175843 Wed, 03 Mar 2021 14:05:51 +0000 kellygirl 2175843@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Love 1 especially. That top is such a great piece--neutral with and edge. You really wear wide crops so well. You look chic always!&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/february-review--late-summer-2021-wiw#post-2175834 Wed, 03 Mar 2021 12:53:13 +0000 Mirjana 2175834@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Great outfits Sal. Wow for #1, love the pants and the top is gorgeous. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/february-review--late-summer-2021-wiw#post-2175833 Wed, 03 Mar 2021 12:21:55 +0000 Anonymous 2175833@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Love the first outfit! You're tempting me to look for similar pants, or skirt! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/february-review--late-summer-2021-wiw#post-2175819 Wed, 03 Mar 2021 06:57:20 +0000 Jenni NZ 2175819@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Oh Sally you are amusing! I am sure that no-one will think bedraggled is your style moniker!<br /> But I know what you mean. I can be very sad having to ditch beloved pieces that are getting too old-looking or worn for me </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/february-review--late-summer-2021-wiw#post-2175751 Tue, 02 Mar 2021 23:36:28 +0000 Sal 2175751@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Thanks Rachy - I don't have vertical stripes but am open to them.&nbsp; I like blouses or shirts that are not the traditional button down (pussy bow, popover)&nbsp; The sandals are a really practical piece that I have worn a lot.</p> <p>Bijou - Ministry of Style is totally you!&nbsp; I had a quick look last night and did like some of their pieces a lot.&nbsp; Yes I think new flares (maybe not denim) and I would love a wool skirt or culottes.&nbsp; I think outfit 1 here is the best silhouette for me (balanced and flowing but with some structure, and that nice asymmetric line is really flattering across my middle).&nbsp;&nbsp;</p> <p>Lyn - thank you!&nbsp; Yes replacing things is inevitable and as you say, a chance to refresh and change style.&nbsp; I love florals but at the moment but I am a bit over them right now and considering different patterns right now.&nbsp;&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/february-review--late-summer-2021-wiw#post-2175724 Tue, 02 Mar 2021 21:24:18 +0000 Sal 2175724@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Thanks Jenn - it really was a great find.&nbsp; Perfect for my current wardrobe - and yes - it is a statement or is it an essential?</p> <p>Angie - I am reading and enjoying the posts.&nbsp; So many wonderful options at the moment.</p> <p>Thank you Minaminu - I can be a bit too slow to retire pieces and have to remind myself that bedraggled is not my Style Moniker. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/february-review--late-summer-2021-wiw#post-2175691 Tue, 02 Mar 2021 18:44:02 +0000 Minaminu 2175691@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Looking fab as always! It's always sad to let some great pieces go, but it looks like you found some great replacements! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/february-review--late-summer-2021-wiw#post-2175681 Tue, 02 Mar 2021 18:32:14 +0000 Angie 2175681@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>KILLER new as-symmetrical blouse and outfits, <b>Sal</b>! LOVE that it's blue.</p> <p>The items that are done had a good style life, and it's onto something new! Glad you want to replace the essential and statement blouse though. Good plan.&nbsp;</p> <p>As for what's nexts.....lets regroup after YLF Trends week </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/february-review--late-summer-2021-wiw#post-2175661 Tue, 02 Mar 2021 17:56:24 +0000 Jenn 2175661@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>That new blouse is AMAZING. It's rare to a find a piece that can dress up and down like that, but it also really interesting and beyond just an essential.&nbsp;</p> <p>I like how practical you are about your ins and outs, but especially the outs. Even beloved clothing pieces go eventually and if you've worn them a lot, all the better.&nbsp;</p> <p>I am kind of a bad shopper, so I'll refrain from offering specific suggestions, but I hope you leave room for something a little fun and statement-y this winter, in addition to the practical pieces.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/february-review--late-summer-2021-wiw#post-2175547 Tue, 02 Mar 2021 10:04:50 +0000 lyn67 2175547@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>YLF Sal, I always love to see your&nbsp; easy chic and practical outfits-they provide a great IRL inspiration! Love your new items(black top, white sneakers &amp; tan sandals are esp gorg) &amp; sorry for the edited ones-but having to replace them will lead you in some new hopefully exciting directions!&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/february-review--late-summer-2021-wiw#post-2175537 Tue, 02 Mar 2021 08:23:30 +0000 Bijou 2175537@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>@Brooklyn, you are right - I love Ministry of Style and have been wearing my maxi skirt and shirts all summer long!</p> <p>Sal I LOVE you in 70's styling and earth tones. Outfit #1 is just beautiful on you. I can see you rocking a winter version of this with long boots and woollen culottes and and asymmetric sweater. Also, like Janet flared pants are wonderful on you. Would corduroy flares tempt you as I think you would seriously rock them?&nbsp; </p> <p>I totally love the LK Bennett striped shirt - a stunning piece!</p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/february-review--late-summer-2021-wiw#post-2175531 Tue, 02 Mar 2021 07:10:33 +0000 rachylou 2175531@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>The shoes in the first pic are so perfect with the pants! I see you have a find with vertical stripes... I was about to ask if you ever wear them. First thing that popped up in my mind! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/february-review--late-summer-2021-wiw#post-2175512 Tue, 02 Mar 2021 03:18:25 +0000 Sal 2175512@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Thanks Brooklyn, I will take a look at those suggestions.&nbsp; It will be April suddenly when a couple of gaps will appear.&nbsp; I actually ordered a white dress from Country Road that I was so excited about - but it was not at all right and I returned it.&nbsp; The local branch here must be a C Grade store because the online selection is much much better!</p> <p>Thanks Shevia - I love a late season newbie to give those last three or four weeks of a season a bit of a boost...</p> <p>Suz - it will indeed be a workhorse.&nbsp; &nbsp; These finds show what&nbsp; am thinking of - in terms of dressiness level and vibe.</p> <p> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/february-review--late-summer-2021-wiw#post-2175508 Tue, 02 Mar 2021 03:11:25 +0000 Brooklyn 2175508@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Looking fab Sally. You are an inspiration as always.</p> <p>I haven’t really started thinking about A/W yet because it probably won’t cool down here for a while. But I usually get my cotton layering tops from Country Road (your voucher probably works there too).</p> <p>Can you shop Reiss? It’s available at David Jones (do they deliver to NZ?) and online (not sure about return arrangements however). I like a lot of their blouses and they have lots on special ATM. Also Ministry of Style has lovely blouses, but I think their look is more Bijou than you. Might be worth a look though. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/february-review--late-summer-2021-wiw#post-2175505 Tue, 02 Mar 2021 03:02:11 +0000 Jaime 2175505@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>More love for the asymmetrical top - I can see why you keep wearing it!&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/february-review--late-summer-2021-wiw#post-2175503 Tue, 02 Mar 2021 02:57:26 +0000 Suz 2175503@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Ooh. That's a gorgeous asymmetrical blouse -- that will be a workhorse for sure.&nbsp;</p> <p>I also love Carla's links, but can see the blouses aren't quite right for your needs. The black top is very pretty, though, and how amazing if you have a coupon to help with cost!&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/february-review--late-summer-2021-wiw#post-2175486 Tue, 02 Mar 2021 01:14:11 +0000 Carla 2175486@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Does your floral silk shirt with the light green background work? &nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/february-review--late-summer-2021-wiw#post-2175483 Tue, 02 Mar 2021 01:07:59 +0000 Sal 2175483@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Thanks Carla - that Trenery shirt might be perfect and I have a store credit for $35 which makes it very affordable.</p> <p>I love the second Gorman blouse but it's not quite what I have in mind for the trousers I own which are more business attire.</p> <p>I tried on a navy linen shirt a couple of weeks ago before finding this assymetrical top - and it reminded me again why shirts are so hard on me.&nbsp;</p> <p>Asymmetrical lines are very flattering aren't they.&nbsp; And a top that sits at this length but doesn't need to be tucked is so useful. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/february-review--late-summer-2021-wiw#post-2175474 Tue, 02 Mar 2021 00:38:02 +0000 Carla 2175474@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p> <div>That is a great asymmetrical top, and I love when your wide leg crops show up in an outfit. &nbsp;For the dressy blouse, I’d suggest looking for a print that pulls from a couple or more of your favourite wardrobe items so that it fits in right away. &nbsp;A large organic design with blush, mustard, rust, navy, cream. </p> <p><a rel="nofollow" href="https://www.gormanshop.com.au/shop/sale/flash-sale/troplicola-smock-top.html">https://www.gormanshop.com.au/.....k-top.html</a> </p> <p><a rel="nofollow" href="https://www.gormanshop.com.au/new-arrivals/iris-upon-a-shirt.html">https://www.gormanshop.com.au/.....shirt.html</a> </p> <p> </div><div><br /></div>Does this fit the bill for a black long sleeved cotton shirt? &nbsp;(I found it whilst looking to copy cat your orange Trenery shirt waist dress!) </p> <p><a rel="nofollow" href="https://www.trenery.co/organic-cotton-long-sleeve-t-shirt-60263047-1">https://www.trenery.co/organic.....60263047-1</a></p> <p>Envying your perfect weather. &nbsp;</p> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/february-review--late-summer-2021-wiw#post-2175449 Mon, 01 Mar 2021 23:22:32 +0000 Sal 2175449@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Here are the finds for the WIW. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/february-review--late-summer-2021-wiw#post-2175446 Mon, 01 Mar 2021 23:17:43 +0000 Sal 2175446@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>February was a very busy month with lots of wardrobe ins and outs for me.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p> <p><b><i>Outs!</i></b></p> <b><i><br /> </i></b> <p><b><i></i></b>Due to wear I exited my red silk blouse (2010), my blue floral dress (2016 thrifted) my pewter slides (2017) and my black cotton sweater (2019).&nbsp; The first three I was really sad to see moved on but they were <i><b>DONE</b></i>.&nbsp; I also exited the floral blouse (2019) - I no longer feel great in it.&nbsp; And somehow I have lost the navy tee - I think I left it at the beach but it may turn up....(I hope so).<br /> <b><i><br /> </i></b>As Jenn said in her post it is sad when a favourite wears out.&nbsp; I had already replaced the slides with white birks.&nbsp; The dress - I think the sage green one has taken the role but it is very different.&nbsp; But that's okay - I have other options.</p> <p>I am looking for a dressy blouse and a long sleeve black cotton top to replace the red silk and the black cotton.&nbsp; Both definite gaps that I will miss as we move to April.<b><i></i></b></p> <b><i></p> <p>Ins!</p> <p></i></b> <p><b><i></i></b>Well mostly gear!&nbsp; The two tops and the bike pants were gaps due to wear in my gear capsule, the leggings were a pure <b><i>WANT</i></b>.&nbsp; But they are getting worn.</p> <p>I found this navy blue blouse from NZ ethical label Recreate - made in Cambodia.&nbsp; I have worn it three times to date and love it.&nbsp; You can see in the photos two ways I have worn the blouse, but it works with white jeans and skirts too.<br /> <b><i><br /> </i></b>All the February additions have been worn, most three plus times, the bike shorts only once though.<br /> <b><i><br /> Plan for March</i></b></p> <b><i><br /> </i></b> <p><b><i></i></b>March and April are usually glorious here - late Indian Summer and early autumn - clear days, cool nights.&nbsp; I am sitting here today in shorts and a tee, but at some stage the days won't feel right for high summer clothes and I will bring in boots again and try to remember how to tie a scarf.</p> <p>I have enjoyed my wardrobe this summer - there have been a couple of things that haven't been worn at all (lack of occasion mostly) but in general I have found style and fashion simple (despite life actually being rather complicated in February on the work front!)</p> <p>I am generally open to ideas at the moment for shopping. Top of my list is a black long sleeve top, a work blouse that works with both black and white trousers, and a puffer jacket, I will see what takes my fancy. Any ideas of things that you think might suit me? </p> <p></p> <p>Thanks for looking.&nbsp;<b><i><br /> </i></b><i></i><i></i><b><i><br /> </i></b> </p>