https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/getting-a-dressing-down Style Advice for Fashion Lovers en-US Fri, 08 May 2026 12:18:40 +0000 http://bbpress.org/?v=1.0.2 q https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/search.php https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/getting-a-dressing-down#post-931646 Tue, 14 May 2013 00:47:14 +0000 pil 931646@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Great looks and great attitude! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/getting-a-dressing-down#post-931602 Mon, 13 May 2013 23:51:21 +0000 Angie 931602@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ Sweet Beth Ann, YOU ARE THERE, sister!!! <b><i>LOVE</i></b> your new way of thinking about fit, garment ease, and size labels. You are the boss of your clothes. Always!&nbsp; xo<br /> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/getting-a-dressing-down#post-931594 Mon, 13 May 2013 23:46:00 +0000 Caro in Oz 931594@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ These are fabulous looks &amp; this is coming from someone who struggles with casual:) https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/getting-a-dressing-down#post-931498 Mon, 13 May 2013 21:22:32 +0000 Debora 931498@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Three GREAT casual looks, Beth Ann! Each one looks stylish AND flattering. Well done! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/getting-a-dressing-down#post-931492 Mon, 13 May 2013 21:14:33 +0000 Beth Ann 931492@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ P.S.&nbsp; Once I got over my "sizing pout," I've come to the point that I actually "feel" slimmer in my clothes, owing to more ease.&nbsp; As I move forward, I think this sensation actually improves my body image.&nbsp; And when I REALLY have to size up?&nbsp; Well -- snip, snip goes the tag!<br /> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/getting-a-dressing-down#post-931488 Mon, 13 May 2013 21:11:20 +0000 Beth Ann 931488@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ Thanks for the "boost."&nbsp; I hate to admit it, but I need all the guidance I can get with casual dressing.&nbsp; I'm not one of those trying to like and struggling with the bf's, though.&nbsp; I'm a convert drawn by the trend, but retained by the feeling of ease.&nbsp; My fitted looks need to have stretch and not bind, and my structured garments need to skim and move with me, because I never sit still!<br /><br />And you're absolutely right, Angie.&nbsp; Since joining YLF, I've been pulled, kicking and screaming, out of a mentality that went shopping for the smallest size label.&nbsp; I wouldn't consider brands that I knew ran smaller, because I knew the number on the label would have to change.&nbsp; In order to gain more elegance and ease in my fits, I've had to let that kind of thinking go.&nbsp; Mentally, I acted as if I had gained 15 pounds, when, in fact, I hadn't .&nbsp; Anyone else have a little body image sulk now and then?&nbsp; Well, enough of that!&nbsp; Who cares?&nbsp; I want to dress well and take the best care of my body that I can.<br /><br /><br /> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/getting-a-dressing-down#post-931469 Mon, 13 May 2013 20:26:47 +0000 Ingunn 931469@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>You look at ease and super fab in all three, Beth Ann. Love it! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/getting-a-dressing-down#post-931464 Mon, 13 May 2013 20:21:34 +0000 Suz 931464@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ I love these looks on you, Beth Ann, and I <b>do</b> find them extremely flattering! With ease comes effortless elegance.&nbsp;<br /><br />Well, okay, "elegance" might be a stretch when we are talking super casual, but the colours and proportions look great on you! https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/getting-a-dressing-down#post-931441 Mon, 13 May 2013 19:40:30 +0000 Anonymous 931441@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Oh I love 2 and 3 in particular. You look great! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/getting-a-dressing-down#post-931365 Mon, 13 May 2013 18:14:56 +0000 Thistle 931365@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ These really work on you!&nbsp; Flattering and relaxed.&nbsp; I think you nailed the BF style!! https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/getting-a-dressing-down#post-931361 Mon, 13 May 2013 18:10:16 +0000 rachylou 931361@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ Beth Ann, this is seriously working for you. That's all I have to say (!)<br /> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/getting-a-dressing-down#post-931315 Mon, 13 May 2013 17:28:32 +0000 Angie 931315@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <br />Beth Ann, I find ease in clothing MORE flattering than form fitting styles. I wear all my tailored items a little looser than most because to my eye&nbsp; - the visual effect is more elegant and chic. While tight clothing may look "sexy and hot" and "showcase assets", (and there is a time and a place for this type of dressing), it never looks refined and elegant. Furthermore, we look slimmer in our clothes when they are just a little looser all over. At least, this is how I see it. Of course, opinions will differ on this point. I bat for Team Loose. <br /><br />Soooooooo, I vote all these outfits <b>very</b> flattering! And very now. Relaxed, modern, on trend and fun! Well done :)<br /> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/getting-a-dressing-down#post-931292 Mon, 13 May 2013 17:11:59 +0000 Mo 931292@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ Ha! &nbsp;I read just as Elizabeth did. &nbsp;<br />Your casual look is fine here. https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/getting-a-dressing-down#post-931286 Mon, 13 May 2013 17:08:49 +0000 catgirl 931286@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ These are fabulous!&nbsp; I think they are still figure flattering and I prefer a bit of looseness in casual outfits, because you need to look like you are actually going to BE casual and moving about - i.e. boating or running errands. https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/getting-a-dressing-down#post-931268 Mon, 13 May 2013 16:58:07 +0000 ElleH 931268@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ I think you look fab &nbsp;in all 3 outfits! You seem to have long legs proportionally so the rolled jeans don't make your legs too short. https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/getting-a-dressing-down#post-931266 Mon, 13 May 2013 16:57:30 +0000 Elizabeth P 931266@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ LOL... I read this as getting a "dressing GOWN" and thought that was interesting territory to head into... wasn't sure I really needed to look...&nbsp; :)<br /><br />Anyhoo, I think you have nailed casual. You have just the right amount of looseness to look comfortable, and comfortable with yourself.&nbsp; I've been doing a lot of this type of look myself lately, I hope it looks as good on me!<br /> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/getting-a-dressing-down#post-931244 Mon, 13 May 2013 16:36:59 +0000 Transcona Shannon 931244@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ You have mastered the casual BF look Beth Ann! All three of these outfits are fabulous.<br /><br />I do think that ease in clothing is "untraditionally" flattering. I know Angie has talked about how too snug clothing is unflattering to her eye and that volume can be extremely flattering by hinting at our waistline, etc. I think these outfits of yours are the perfect example of that https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/getting-a-dressing-down#post-931236 Mon, 13 May 2013 16:24:50 +0000 DonnaF 931236@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ You look cute beyond words in all three!<br /> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/getting-a-dressing-down#post-931235 Mon, 13 May 2013 16:17:06 +0000 Beth Ann 931235@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ So, I'm still working on my "super casual" skills.&nbsp; So far, with this cool Spring, my boyfriend jeans have been my go to "dress down" staple.&nbsp; I've seen a new uniform emerge, and I surprised to find myself reaching for volume on volume and my Cons repeatedly.<br /><br />I think I'm not in typical "figure flattery" territory here, but I wonder if ease in clothing might be "flattering" in it's own way.&nbsp; I still feel a little like I'm wearing someone else's clothes, but they're extremely comfy, so I don't mind slipping them on.<br /><br />I'd love any inspiration you have on casual warm weather dressing!<br /><br />1.&nbsp; Loft Outlet Boho top.&nbsp; This will be paired with shorts in the heat of Summer<br /><br />2.&nbsp; Knit Hoodie (Sonoma -- Kohls).&nbsp; I was going to WalMart, and I had to resist the tempation to change my clothes to "dress up."&nbsp; What does this say about me?&nbsp;&nbsp; Hmmm.&nbsp; Of course, half the folks in WalMart were wearing pajama pants!<br /><br />3.&nbsp; An older photo --- with a Gap sweater and slipper flats.<br /><br /><br />