https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/hated-but-useful-items Style Advice for Fashion Lovers en-US Sat, 04 Apr 2026 02:38:29 +0000 http://bbpress.org/?v=1.0.2 q https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/search.php https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/hated-but-useful-items/page/2#post-1226782 Fri, 18 Apr 2014 22:23:54 +0000 rachylou 1226782@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Ooh. I like that first one a lot. It comes in blue. I don't think it can replace the ugly trench, but it's a cool coat... </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/hated-but-useful-items/page/2#post-1226712 Fri, 18 Apr 2014 20:37:59 +0000 K. Period. 1226712@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I've always&nbsp;got your back, RL! ;)&nbsp; </p> <p>ETA: This is something like what I am thinking of. &nbsp;If only it&nbsp;wasn't white.&nbsp;<a rel="nofollow" href="http://us.asos.com/ASOS-Coat-in-Texture-with-Side-Splits/132ch8/?iid=3635053&amp;cid=16356&amp;Rf900=3717&amp;sh=0&amp;pge=0&amp;pgesize=36&amp;sort=-1&amp;clr=Blue&amp;mporgp=L0FTT1MvQVNPUy1Db2F0LWluLVRleHR1cmUtd2l0aC1TaWRlLVNwbGl0cy9Qcm9kLw.">http://us.asos.com/ASOS-Coat-i.....17&#038;sh</a>. &nbsp;</p> <p>Or this?&nbsp;<a rel="nofollow" href="http://us.asos.com/Noisy-May-Trench-Coat-With-Faux-Leather-Sleeves/125pdx/?iid=3712201&amp;cid=2641&amp;Rf985=3712&amp;sh=0&amp;pge=1&amp;pgesize=36&amp;sort=-1&amp;clr=Brown&amp;mporgp=L05vaXN5LU1heS9Ob2lzeS1NYXktVHJlbmNoLUNvYXQtV2l0aC1GYXV4LUxlYXRoZXItU2xlZXZlcy9Qcm9kLw.">http://us.asos.com/Noisy-May-T.....&#038;Rf98</a>.</p> <p></p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/hated-but-useful-items/page/2#post-1226681 Fri, 18 Apr 2014 19:44:26 +0000 rachylou 1226681@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>You are very wise, K. And sharp. You're right, I've never articulated it in my head, but I don't like fitted waists. (Maybe it was that slim, traditional fit that made me feel it was *too classic* for me.)&nbsp; And, yes, what I need, I need for my button-down workplaces. </p> <p>... what a great excuse to watch <i>Cold Comfort Farm</i> again </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/hated-but-useful-items/page/2#post-1226672 Fri, 18 Apr 2014 19:33:54 +0000 K. Period. 1226672@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>That's funny. cciele nailed something that I was wondering about too. &nbsp;I don't think the shape of your current&nbsp;coat is very you, rl. &nbsp;It is too slim traditional. &nbsp;It's much more something I would wear than you. &nbsp;I've never gotten the impression that you like the look of a fitted waist (even if it shows off your slim little middle!). &nbsp; Why not something with a bit more masculine shape? &nbsp;I get the impression that you want to wear this for your more formal, conservative, buttoned-down sort of work needs. &nbsp;Is that right?&nbsp;How about something in the shape of what cciele linked to, but less extreme? I'm thinking something along the lines of Flora and Amos walking to the meeting of the Quivering Brethren, only maybe just a smidge more fitted.&nbsp;&nbsp;Signed, The K. &nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/hated-but-useful-items/page/2#post-1226663 Fri, 18 Apr 2014 19:18:49 +0000 rachylou 1226663@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>That's a great coat. I like it! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/hated-but-useful-items/page/2#post-1226630 Fri, 18 Apr 2014 18:53:18 +0000 cciele 1226630@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I kinda dig this plaid trench for you:</p> <p><a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.etsy.com/listing/170507145/rtbu-punk-rock-unisex-men-women-flannel?utm_source=google&amp;utm_medium=product_listing_promoted&amp;utm_campaign=clothing_mid&amp;gclid=CL25z9Xa6r0CFchQ7AodrWIAww">http://www.etsy.com/listing/17.....&#038;utm_</a> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/hated-but-useful-items/page/2#post-1226624 Fri, 18 Apr 2014 18:47:52 +0000 rachylou 1226624@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>So... what sort of longer coat <i>could </i>play with punk-lite and dial it down at the same time? How would one even begin to approach the search?</p> <p>Questions questions! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/hated-but-useful-items/page/2#post-1226621 Fri, 18 Apr 2014 18:45:02 +0000 rachylou 1226621@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Oh, I appreciate you coming back and evaluating the coat, <b>Angie</b>! Hehe. I guess its day is done. </p> <p>p.s. <b>Windchime</b>, of course the reality is, it won't go anywhere until I've got something else that can do what it does.</p> <p>p.p.s. <b>Mo</b>... I feel... I feel classics are a conundrum, because I don't see myself as classic. And any whiff of classic gets me in a dust-up with myself. I mean I think a trench coat is classic - no matter what it looks like (note Angie had to tell me it wasn't a classic trench). It's the essence of the thing.</p> <p>p.p.p.s. Just thought I'd mention this coat has a collar (like the kind you can pop up) - it's detachable, and I always leave it off.</p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/hated-but-useful-items/page/2#post-1226533 Fri, 18 Apr 2014 16:47:47 +0000 Angie 1226533@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Thanks for the pics. That's not a classic trench coat. I vote pass on and get something you love, Rachy.&nbsp; </p> <p>You are a charming&nbsp;Country Punk. xo</p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/hated-but-useful-items/page/2#post-1226527 Fri, 18 Apr 2014 16:44:12 +0000 Mo 1226527@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Hmm, I have a trench I don't wear. &nbsp;Wonder if it's the same syndrome for me. &nbsp;I tried to get a not basic style and I've liked when I did wear it, but it hasn't been often and I don't think to reach for it. &nbsp;My gripe with mine is that it is a petite, and just the tiniest bit high waisted (even on my already high waist). &nbsp;Guess I could just move the belt loops down 3/4". &nbsp;Duh. lol </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/hated-but-useful-items/page/2#post-1226345 Fri, 18 Apr 2014 12:52:12 +0000 Windchime 1226345@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Your first and second observations--it no longer fits as well as it used to, and it has spots on it (can they be removed or is the coat permanently stained?)-- seem compelling enough to move this coat out of your closet and life. Actually, either of them by itself would be reason enough.</p> <p>Curious to know what you decide. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/hated-but-useful-items/page/2#post-1226277 Fri, 18 Apr 2014 06:33:08 +0000 Lyn D. 1226277@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Floral shower caps- useful but oh so ugly! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/hated-but-useful-items/page/2#post-1226268 Fri, 18 Apr 2014 05:48:25 +0000 rabbit 1226268@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Okay I haven't read through the thread yet so will get back to that, but...</p> <p>a) you look cute, I&nbsp;like the country punk goes to the office...even with the trench. :D</p> <p>b) Is it the color you don't like? &nbsp;It likes you.&nbsp;I like the cut/buttons. &nbsp;Dye it! &nbsp;Tie-dye it! &nbsp;Or wait is it not cotton...</p> <p>Hated but useful? &nbsp;I wear the worst decision (but still soft) pants with the most unflattering or goofy t shirts when working in the studio. &nbsp;I figure that &nbsp;a) they will wear out and get destroyed sooner. &nbsp;b) that is what everyone else is wearing in my group studio. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/hated-but-useful-items#post-1226258 Fri, 18 Apr 2014 05:13:30 +0000 rachylou 1226258@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Oh, Adelfa. So <i>logical</i>... </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/hated-but-useful-items#post-1226252 Fri, 18 Apr 2014 05:04:50 +0000 Adelfa 1226252@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I have had many items that I hated that I kept because 3x a year they seemed to be what I needed for an outfit. When I moved and had to downsize I think I got rid of all of them as undeserving of LA real estate! However I'm sure my tendency will be to create more items like that if I'm not careful. Or if I don't have a quick recovery from the inevitable lapses. I'm trying to remember to have a closet of FEW but HIGH QUALITY items that I LIKE and that I USE. &nbsp;Much much much harder than it sounds.</p> <p>A couple of times you've talked about needing to cull items but finding it difficult. May I say (may I?) that getting rid of items you hate would be a terrific place to start </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/hated-but-useful-items#post-1226243 Fri, 18 Apr 2014 04:48:24 +0000 rachylou 1226243@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Added pics of the trench. Y'all have to forgive the crumpled look (and the dire lighting situation) - you wouldn't believe how long it took me to get home.</p> <p>I noticed some things, as I was taking the pics and paying closer attention: 1) I've lost weight since I bought the jacket (years ago); it doesn't fit as well. 2) It's a little worse for wear. It's got some spots, like acid was thrown on it. 3) I like this jacket not because it sharpens outfits, but because it takes some of the sting out.</p> <p>Re. the last point - I've been working on Country Punk Goes To The Office. I'm wearing faux leather trousers today. They need both dressing up and dressing down, if you know what I mean. </p> <p><b>abc - </b>I do think you have diagnosed the problem correctly. When I look at it, I style it in my imagination most unimaginatively. Sort of Santa Barbara Stepford Wife... I.e., Stepford Wife without the florals. It's impossible for me to wear it that way, but that's what I see when I look at it on a hanger.</p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/hated-but-useful-items#post-1226240 Fri, 18 Apr 2014 04:40:07 +0000 Gigi 1226240@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Hmmm, interesting reactions. I for one can say that I have had the same experience. I have a couple of cardigans that I bought that fit me so-so upon purchase, but after a few washes, they fit poorly and are stretched out and are pilling and are fading. So I hate them too. But just like your trench, sometimes they are needed to finish an outfit, if I don't have a cardi in another color that goes with what I'm wearing. Sigh. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/hated-but-useful-items#post-1226222 Fri, 18 Apr 2014 03:42:12 +0000 Marmee 1226222@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I would like to see this trench! &nbsp;I have to say that I am tired of outerwear in general, especially raincoats. &nbsp;I have a classic black trench that I'm totally avoiding and haven't put on in weeks and weeks. &nbsp;Instead I've been wearing a slightly bearish raincoat (<a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.elizabethroberts.us/shop-s/1818.htm">Elizabeth Roberts</a>) that isn't that flattering, but is at least not black and wintery. &nbsp;I don't really like it, but what's a girl to do in the rain (day after day this week)? </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/hated-but-useful-items#post-1226210 Fri, 18 Apr 2014 03:24:20 +0000 Suz 1226210@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Well, I dislike some of my gear items, from a looks point of view. I try to get the least objectionable versions and occasionally even get lucky and <b>LIKE</b> the item (for what it is). But you have to deal with what is out there.&nbsp;</p> <p>I am curious about this coat of yours. How bad <b>IS</b> it?&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/hated-but-useful-items#post-1226209 Fri, 18 Apr 2014 03:22:26 +0000 abc 1226209@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I will add more to what I mentioned above. I get the idea or vibe that RL likes to march to her own beat. Go against the grain sometimes. Be proudly individual. I think maybe it's the idea of a trench and what it can signify (at least in her mind - I'm sure others would disagree but we all have our own opinions) is what's causing the angst. Not the actual item itself, per se. RL, drive safely and check back with your thoughts, I'm dying to hear what you think of my theory </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/hated-but-useful-items#post-1226208 Fri, 18 Apr 2014 03:21:39 +0000 Susie 1226208@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Ok you gotta show us the hated trench! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/hated-but-useful-items#post-1226202 Fri, 18 Apr 2014 03:16:45 +0000 Echo 1226202@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I agree that if I hate it, it doesn't matter how great it looks on me, how classic it is or how well it finishes an outfit. It isn't for me in that case because there will be a similar item that I WILL love; it's just a matter of finding it.</p> <p>And what abc says might very well be the case, but even then, if you hate what it represents you shouldn't be wearing it, either, IMO. Whenever I wear something I dislike, I feel like I am playing dress-up or wearing a costume. That isn't a good feeling, and it can't possibly look that great, either, no matter how flattering the piece might be. Without the attitude that you love it, it's going to LOOK "meh", too. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/hated-but-useful-items#post-1226172 Fri, 18 Apr 2014 02:43:48 +0000 Anonymous 1226172@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Not really hated, but I am not a fan of cardigans, yet feel I need them for summer air conditioning because they are easier to tuck into a tote or satchel than a jacket...a necessity whether I like them or not. I need more structure. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/hated-but-useful-items#post-1226151 Fri, 18 Apr 2014 02:20:57 +0000 CocoLion 1226151@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Life's too short to have things you hate. &nbsp;Now that Spring is winding down, wouldn't it be a good time to find a trench (on sale) that you love? &nbsp;I know, I am a terrible enabler.</p> <p>Cathy you made me laugh… bras, Crocs. &nbsp;I actually love *some* bras. &nbsp;As for Crocs, I have a reluctant admiration for&nbsp;them too. &nbsp;They are the perfect shoe to sort the recycling in.&nbsp; I steal my Mom's all the time. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/hated-but-useful-items#post-1226148 Fri, 18 Apr 2014 02:16:02 +0000 Helena 1226148@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I'm planning on torching my perfectly fine&nbsp;winter jacket and boots&nbsp;in a week or two, possibly dancing around them as they burn&nbsp;... is that sort of what you mean??? </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/hated-but-useful-items#post-1226138 Fri, 18 Apr 2014 02:04:02 +0000 rachylou 1226138@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Oh, I'm in traffic, but I have to pop in and say that's deep, abc. Deep. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/hated-but-useful-items#post-1226137 Fri, 18 Apr 2014 02:04:01 +0000 Debora 1226137@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>What Angie said! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/hated-but-useful-items#post-1226135 Fri, 18 Apr 2014 01:58:28 +0000 abc 1226135@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Could it be RL that you don't really hate the coat itself (greenish yellow! Contrast stitching!) but what a classic trench could signify?</p> <p>Ok that was my Jack Handy deep thought of the day (heck the year)</p> <p>If I am off base please feel free to set me straight! No hurt feelings. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/hated-but-useful-items#post-1226134 Fri, 18 Apr 2014 01:54:46 +0000 Jaime 1226134@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Yeah, Rachy I think we need a picture to understand exactly what you are talking about. It sounds like love/hate to me. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/hated-but-useful-items#post-1226103 Fri, 18 Apr 2014 01:29:17 +0000 Diana 1226103@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Mine is tights. Uncomfortable and fussy but have to live with them if I want to wear skirts and dresses in winter. Although I do try to go for leggings or footless tights whenever possible, which are much less hateful. </p>