https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/frumpy-white-out-attempt Style Advice for Fashion Lovers en-US Fri, 17 Apr 2026 10:38:48 +0000 http://bbpress.org/?v=1.0.2 q https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/search.php https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/frumpy-white-out-attempt#post-1414404 Mon, 22 Dec 2014 16:44:40 +0000 anne 1414404@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Bumping </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/frumpy-white-out-attempt#post-1414259 Mon, 22 Dec 2014 03:33:46 +0000 anne 1414259@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Firstly, I have added some more pics to the OP in response to many of your suggestions.</p> <p>Dimity - of course you won't get kicked out!!</p> <p>I agree - you have to have room in the body once it gets that hot!</p> <p>Rachylou - I do like long and untucked. For this outfit because1) of the shirring (see pic above) 2) it is too hot to tuck or belt </p> <p>Plus DH prefers it and I feel slimmer.&nbsp; But I do wear other silhouettes as well </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/frumpy-white-out-attempt#post-1412169 Wed, 17 Dec 2014 00:16:18 +0000 Dimity 1412169@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I find it hard to buy the sort of shorts that I find coolest, so I end up making them. For me, it's 100% cotton in a calico weight cotton (like gingham, for example. Not see-through). I make elastic waist shorts for around the house with a wide leg (maybe 10cm of loose fabric at the hem) that come mid to lower thigh. These are bearable on days like today when it's going to be 35 degrees. I wear a cotton tunic in a cotton&nbsp;voile weight fabric&nbsp;on top. The tunic covers the waist so no-one sees the elastic waist.</p> <p>Do I get kicked out of YLF for admitting to wearing elastic waist shorts? Oh, the shame.</p> <p>When I'm going out on a hot day, I'll wear a cotton dress that hovers around the knee. I usually wear this with a longish necklace, like wooden or glass&nbsp;beads or a pendant that finish just above bust height.&nbsp;I've got a bit thingy about wearing sleeveless lately so I'll make it with sleeves, usually a shift or A-line dress with lots of room in the body. For me, this is the coolest thing I can find. We don't have air-con (we live off-grid with solar power) so I do what I can to stay cool. I plan on making one today in white for Christmas day, with white cotton lace sleeves. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/frumpy-white-out-attempt#post-1411928 Tue, 16 Dec 2014 17:45:46 +0000 rachylou 1411928@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>You look amazing in that deep purple-eggplant, Anne!</p> <p>I think the other outfit is quite nice, although I see you as more serious, powerful person than the frills would suggest.</p> <p>I notice you like to wear your tops long and untucked... just an observation </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/frumpy-white-out-attempt#post-1411872 Tue, 16 Dec 2014 15:37:34 +0000 Angie 1411872@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Anne, the column of white colour - no horizontal lines - balances out&nbsp;the short leg and long torso proportion, as does the shorter length of the skirt.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/frumpy-white-out-attempt#post-1411810 Tue, 16 Dec 2014 14:07:44 +0000 anne 1411810@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>No pics yet, but wanted to address a couple of points</p> <p>I guess the reason I thought it unflattering is that I have put on a little weight recently and the large amount of gathering (not pleats) adds to the hip width - and it addition my waist isn't so small so there isn't much contrast there.</p> <p>Also Angie - I have always shied away from drop waist dresses because of my short legs. Comments?</p> <p>Dimity&nbsp; - I am not nearly in such hot an area as you but I can really relate to the challenges of hot weather dressing. I have 2 sundresses dedicated to 35 + days and want to find another one. I can't bear sleeves or collars and have spaghetti straps. I think I could bear very lightweight shorts and a tank or cami but haven't found shorts yet.<br />For slightly lower temperature this skirt would be okay - too hot for an a - line skirt but maybe ok to wear with a&nbsp; lightweight tee - not the one in the original pot though as it has a cami - I wouldn't wear that over about 28 at the highest.</p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/frumpy-white-out-attempt#post-1411009 Sun, 14 Dec 2014 21:18:48 +0000 unfrumped 1411009@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I love skirts that lie flat over the hips and then have pleats start lower down. I do wear tops that then come down over the fitted part that gives the "dress" look Angie described. So your white top does that. I agree a more&nbsp;delicate necklace is good, too, with the blouse already&nbsp;having some detail. &nbsp;If you have a very simple T that comes to just at or above the pleats--white or a pale pastel--that would work too. A simple sandal might look great, too. This looks like a very versatile summer skirt, so I hope you keep playing with it to find your look. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/frumpy-white-out-attempt#post-1410873 Sun, 14 Dec 2014 16:06:20 +0000 Angie 1410873@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>My pleasure, Anne.&nbsp;</p> <p>Yes, I can be quite the spanner.&nbsp;The top and skirt worn together&nbsp;look like a low waisted dress. It works to my eye.&nbsp;</p> <p>The silver shoes sound like a better idea. And then a silver necklace. Let your specs be the only spot of colour. xo&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/frumpy-white-out-attempt#post-1410822 Sun, 14 Dec 2014 13:50:05 +0000 anne 1410822@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Thank so much everyone. I meant to take some more pictures today, trying out some of your suggestions (those I had clothes to fit) but life in the way. I wore the skirt again today and got a little food on it so I'll put that on ice until it is washed.</p> <p>Angie thanks so much for your kind words. How interesting that you thought differently from everyone else!!&nbsp; I have some SE Trinas in silver that I am wearing it - hope you'ld think them suitable. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/frumpy-white-out-attempt#post-1410727 Sun, 14 Dec 2014 01:18:17 +0000 Dimity 1410727@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Hi Anne, I'm flattered you gave it a go! I really like it and you look great.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/frumpy-white-out-attempt#post-1410494 Sat, 13 Dec 2014 18:59:03 +0000 Angie 1410494@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>It's the shoes, Anne. The top and skirt look great together. Lovely in fact. You need lighter shoes -&nbsp;that's all. Nicely done and much love. You have been with YLF for SO LONG. I appreciate your loyalty.&nbsp;xo </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/frumpy-white-out-attempt#post-1410416 Sat, 13 Dec 2014 16:33:23 +0000 Suz 1410416@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Go as simple as possible with the top, Anne, and you'll be set. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/frumpy-white-out-attempt#post-1410415 Sat, 13 Dec 2014 16:32:51 +0000 Alassë 1410415@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Very summery, breezy look! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/frumpy-white-out-attempt#post-1410412 Sat, 13 Dec 2014 16:28:18 +0000 Tania 1410412@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I like the skirt.&nbsp; Just echoing what others have said about a shorter and simpler top.</p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/frumpy-white-out-attempt#post-1410402 Sat, 13 Dec 2014 16:09:55 +0000 Mellllls 1410402@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>i don't have any suggestions...i think the outfit has potential though.&nbsp; your coloring is perfect for a white out (mine is not) </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/frumpy-white-out-attempt#post-1410400 Sat, 13 Dec 2014 16:08:15 +0000 Jules 1410400@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Lovely re-do! And I must say, you have an enviable figure. If you were willing to try a shorter top as suggested, I bet it would look great. I get being self-concious about hips but other people's eyes are not drawn there the way our own are. And we're here for honest feedback if you have doubts. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/frumpy-white-out-attempt#post-1410386 Sat, 13 Dec 2014 15:50:52 +0000 Anonymous 1410386@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Oh!!! &nbsp; I like it much, &nbsp;much better. &nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/frumpy-white-out-attempt#post-1410334 Sat, 13 Dec 2014 13:45:45 +0000 Helena 1410334@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Yes, that's a great improvement! I even thought maybe a basic fitted tank could be another option? Have fun with it! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/frumpy-white-out-attempt#post-1410322 Sat, 13 Dec 2014 12:50:21 +0000 anne 1410322@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Thanks everyone! Attached is my first try at wearing another top. This is the closest I could get to Dimity suggestion. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/frumpy-white-out-attempt#post-1410301 Sat, 13 Dec 2014 11:25:49 +0000 Lyn D. 1410301@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Hi Anne, I really like this skirt- it is feminine and lovely!<br />Agree with Deborah that a plainer top would be fine with it, shorter or tucked with a belt to show it off. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/frumpy-white-out-attempt#post-1410296 Sat, 13 Dec 2014 11:12:32 +0000 Anonymous 1410296@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Wow. &nbsp;Deborah said exactly what I was thinking and she did so eloquently. &nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/frumpy-white-out-attempt#post-1410257 Sat, 13 Dec 2014 06:17:57 +0000 Jeanie 1410257@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I really like the skirt. &nbsp;Maybe just do a shorter, simpler white&nbsp;top and simple black ballet flats. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/frumpy-white-out-attempt#post-1410254 Sat, 13 Dec 2014 06:06:29 +0000 Deborah 1410254@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Anne if I may be completely honest, I feel there is too much going on here. The flouncy skirt and the ruffle on the top is just too busy. The top is also too long! And the proportions are not quite right. I totally get how in theory this would work but the practical application is a little different. I feel each of these items needs something very simple to play with them. A cropped, soft but boxy top could be quite complimentary to the skirt and bring in some structure. The top would work nicely over a simple pair of jeans or perhaps straight leg pants. </p> <p>Looking forward to meeting up in Jan xxx </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/frumpy-white-out-attempt#post-1410252 Sat, 13 Dec 2014 06:05:15 +0000 Dimity 1410252@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>BTW, I love Target clearance for casual basics. I got a pair of white knee length shorts recently for $8, and they're great. Not too thin so that they are see-through, and not too thick so they're hot. But the best deals will be in a few weeks. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/frumpy-white-out-attempt#post-1410250 Sat, 13 Dec 2014 06:02:45 +0000 Dimity 1410250@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Ah, that changes things! Perhaps I'm paranoid, but I swear that&nbsp;those shirred panels add an inch to my hips. I wonder about a light cotton&nbsp;tunic top with a V neck and&nbsp;3/4 length sleeves&nbsp;to balance the volume on the bottom half? It would be very voluminous but cover the shirring and&nbsp;might look okay with a long beaded necklace to emphasise the boho, floaty&nbsp;vibe.<br />This is something I struggle with so I'm not purporting to have answers, I'm just throwing suggestions into the ring hoping that perhaps we might come up with a solution.<br />I find straight skirts too hot, same as you. A line ones&nbsp;allow more air flow around my legs so I find them more comfortable, but then the tops become an issue. T shirts work, but can be too hot in tropical heat. So then I turn to dresses, which seem to be hard to find in cotton, not-see-through, not expensive, sleeves, not too short. So I sympathise. Hot weather dressing is hard, especially when it's for months on end and&nbsp;everything needs washing all the time.</p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/frumpy-white-out-attempt#post-1410244 Sat, 13 Dec 2014 05:51:35 +0000 thimblelina 1410244@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Forgot to add I love the turquoise with the white! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/frumpy-white-out-attempt#post-1410242 Sat, 13 Dec 2014 05:50:28 +0000 thimblelina 1410242@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I love that skirt shape, but it's tricky to style I'll agree. Maybe a simple tee? </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/frumpy-white-out-attempt#post-1410239 Sat, 13 Dec 2014 05:46:08 +0000 anne 1410239@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Oh yes I meant to say - I know that flats won't be everyone's cup of tea and they aren't the main focus of the question (I have other shoes I could wear)<br />The main thing I wanted to ask about is the skirt</p> <p>Dimity I agree that the top is too long - I have felt better wearing it with shorts.&nbsp; The trouble is that the skirt has a shirred panel around the hips that I want to cover up!!&nbsp; <br />I also feel that the skirt if so full that I am not sure if a boxy top would be too volumnous all over although it might&nbsp; be worth trying if I buy one</p> <p>This skirt was not one of my usual thought out purchases, I confess. Last summer I didn't spend a cent on casual clothes until about February, when frustrated because in the hottest weather straighter skirts are just too hot, and seeing it marked down in Target, I bought this one (and a sleeveless shirt).<br />But I feel it isn't a good look on my pear shaped lower half</p> <p> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/frumpy-white-out-attempt#post-1410235 Sat, 13 Dec 2014 05:36:02 +0000 Dimity 1410235@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I wonder if a boxy cropped top in a mid tone colour paired with pointy toe flats might feel more flattering? Then a longer, pendant necklace.&nbsp;I love flared skirts but never feel quite right when the top is long.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/frumpy-white-out-attempt#post-1410231 Sat, 13 Dec 2014 05:30:05 +0000 anne 1410231@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Wore this today. Didn't feel flattering. Would love suggestions!</p> <p>Eta : have tried as many clothing suggestions as I could muster from my wardrobe - sorry I forgot to try the necklace ones</p> <p></p> <p>pic 3 shows why I don't tuck this skirt</p>