https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/hot-orange-and-pink-blouse-how-or-whether-to-wear Style Advice for Fashion Lovers en-US Tue, 14 Apr 2026 23:18:31 +0000 http://bbpress.org/?v=1.0.2 q https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/search.php https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/hot-orange-and-pink-blouse-how-or-whether-to-wear/page/2#post-2263507 Tue, 17 May 2022 22:37:50 +0000 CarolS 2263507@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Sorry to be slow getting back to this. </p> <p>Suz, interesting points. I think I would enjoy this blouse with a flowy pant -- that could be full length, or modern full length -- as long as it had some substance to it. Something with bit more substantial hand than the blouse, but not stiff or crisp. I quite like a languid look. :-)</p> <p>Sloper -- thanks. I don't have a blue and white stripe, but it's certainly another possibility.</p> <p>Thanks, The Cat -- you're probably right. Maybe this colour is just so strong that it's beyond worrying about 'matching'.&nbsp;</p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/hot-orange-and-pink-blouse-how-or-whether-to-wear/page/2#post-2263408 Tue, 17 May 2022 03:54:12 +0000 Suz 2263408@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Love those pants and love the subtle pattern mix it would provide! You can work with this for sure.&nbsp;</p> <p>Re structure -- if you are showing some skin, that is also structure -- so a skirt or cropped pant (even if flowy) can work with a more flowy top (potentially) where one without bones/ skin showing would not work as well. I find this to be true for me, at least. Still -- my favourite outfits always seem to combine something crisp/ structured/ sharp with something "easier."&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/hot-orange-and-pink-blouse-how-or-whether-to-wear/page/2#post-2263400 Tue, 17 May 2022 03:28:15 +0000 Sloper 2263400@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>You’ve got some nice pieces to work with! &nbsp;I also agree with the comments about wearing the blouse with denim tones and white. &nbsp;Blue and white stripes? </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/hot-orange-and-pink-blouse-how-or-whether-to-wear/page/2#post-2263397 Tue, 17 May 2022 02:52:46 +0000 VioletMyra 2263397@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Oh, yes . . . cognac sneakers for casual and cream oxfords (love those) for a bit dressier. Wonderful choices. Best wishes to all. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/hot-orange-and-pink-blouse-how-or-whether-to-wear/page/2#post-2263283 Mon, 16 May 2022 05:38:59 +0000 The Cat 2263283@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Fun, happy colours. Gorgeous blouse. Looks versatile, as it can probably be worn with--and bring life to--a bottom in any neutral. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/hot-orange-and-pink-blouse-how-or-whether-to-wear/page/2#post-2263276 Mon, 16 May 2022 03:42:46 +0000 CarolS 2263276@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Thanks, VioletMyra -- I would probably choose between a pair of cognac sneakers, white sneakers or cream oxfords. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/hot-orange-and-pink-blouse-how-or-whether-to-wear/page/2#post-2263273 Mon, 16 May 2022 02:24:27 +0000 VioletMyra 2263273@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p> <div>Love the ensemble in pic 3 above. What footwear would you choose?</div><div>Best wishes to all.<br /></div></p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/hot-orange-and-pink-blouse-how-or-whether-to-wear/page/2#post-2263270 Mon, 16 May 2022 01:02:31 +0000 CarolS 2263270@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Thank you, Carla -- and you're most welcome! I'd be a smidge happier with those pants if they had pockets, but the price, colour and pattern are ticking all the other boxes. I have been itching for a bit of subtle pattern mixing, and those pants are perfectly suited!</p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/hot-orange-and-pink-blouse-how-or-whether-to-wear/page/2#post-2263269 Mon, 16 May 2022 00:33:54 +0000 Carla 2263269@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>The hanger set looks fab! &nbsp;I like those trousers! &nbsp;Thanks for the ❤️. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/hot-orange-and-pink-blouse-how-or-whether-to-wear/page/2#post-2263266 Sun, 15 May 2022 23:48:22 +0000 CarolS 2263266@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Thank you, madeline! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/hot-orange-and-pink-blouse-how-or-whether-to-wear/page/2#post-2263265 Sun, 15 May 2022 23:25:54 +0000 madeline 2263265@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I really love the way you look in this top.<br /> Goes very well with the white jeans.<br /> I agree with FS that yellow would work too. Yellow jeans will provide a good amount of structure to complement the flies blouse. Carla’s suggestion of Khakis would work too but the shade of tan needs to light enough.<br /> Hope you keep this item. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/hot-orange-and-pink-blouse-how-or-whether-to-wear/page/2#post-2263264 Sun, 15 May 2022 22:58:22 +0000 CarolS 2263264@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Thank you, Style Fan! I agree that Carla is both wise and articulate!</p> <p>Inge, thank you! And I think you're right -- the navy YFB pants are the one linen pair I think would work -- they somehow strike me as less casual because they are more fitted through the hip, but the pockets may also contribute to that feel. They are a bit snug right now, but I'm hopeful that in five or six pounds I'll have the breathing room I would want to be happy wearing them.</p> <p>Cardiff girl -- I love orange, and it isn't always easy to find, so I feel a bit&nbsp; compelled to grab it while it's available. </p> <p>Jaileen -- thank you! That's another very pretty top!!</p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/hot-orange-and-pink-blouse-how-or-whether-to-wear/page/2#post-2263258 Sun, 15 May 2022 20:15:49 +0000 Cardiff girl 2263258@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>If you love it,keep it.You will find ways to make it work,orange is such a happy colour. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/hot-orange-and-pink-blouse-how-or-whether-to-wear/page/2#post-2263255 Sun, 15 May 2022 20:00:42 +0000 JAileen 2263255@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>It’s lovely with white. &nbsp;I also like the idea of light blue. &nbsp;I got a pink and orange top for my mother for her birthday (NYDJ). &nbsp;She likes wearing white pants, and I think it will make a nice summery outfit. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/hot-orange-and-pink-blouse-how-or-whether-to-wear/page/2#post-2263254 Sun, 15 May 2022 19:38:07 +0000 Inge 2263254@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p> <div>Oh yes, the new blouse with those pants definitely has potential!</div><div>It's such a stunning blouse and bonus that it seems to make you happy, so I hope it can stay.</div><div><br /></div><div>Also, I hear you on linen pants maybe not feeling structured enough to pair with the blouse, but I just saw you have a pair of navy cropped wide leg pants with oversized pockets, and was wondering how it would look with those? The pockets could maybe work as some sort of grounding element, adding structure that way?</div><div><br /></div><div>P.S. I'm really loving your hair too!<br /></div></p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/hot-orange-and-pink-blouse-how-or-whether-to-wear/page/2#post-2263249 Sun, 15 May 2022 18:12:55 +0000 Style Fan 2263249@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I love this blouse with white jeans.&nbsp; Faded denim would also look great.&nbsp; Carla put it so well, and I will think more about that for my fashion journey. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/hot-orange-and-pink-blouse-how-or-whether-to-wear/page/2#post-2263233 Sun, 15 May 2022 15:06:26 +0000 CarolS 2263233@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Thanks, Star. I'll work up the energy to try it on later, but the hanger was a quick and easy "proof of concept". </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/hot-orange-and-pink-blouse-how-or-whether-to-wear/page/2#post-2263232 Sun, 15 May 2022 15:00:44 +0000 Star (Lise) 2263232@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Yes, on the hanger it works. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/hot-orange-and-pink-blouse-how-or-whether-to-wear/page/2#post-2263231 Sun, 15 May 2022 14:55:57 +0000 CarolS 2263231@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>So, maybe. I bought these pants because I liked them with this Nanette Lepore shell and the new topper. I hadn’t considered them for this blouse. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/hot-orange-and-pink-blouse-how-or-whether-to-wear/page/2#post-2263230 Sun, 15 May 2022 14:48:21 +0000 CarolS 2263230@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Thanks, Star -- I think that's where I lean with this -&nbsp; not something I'd wear daily, but would be nice to have the option when I want something punchy and pretty.</p> <p>Yes, Janet -- I used to wear a LOT more colour than I have in recent years. While I have picked up plenty of neutrals for this summer, I've also picked up some punchier items, including this blouse. And only ONE black item -- a tank top. Just in case!</p> <p>Thanks, Stag -- I know it won't likely get use for parts of the year, but I don't know if it will be a deal breaker. I just like the colour too much. Hadn't considered yellow, but if it was a strong enough version it could be interesting and work with other things in my closet.</p> <p>Vildy -- It's worth looking into!</p> <p>Thanks, unfrumped. Yes, some of these items are on my wish list -- I'd snap up the right burgundy or red pants. I'd like a green pant. While my life is pretty casual, I think it would be useful to add one or two pairs of slightly dressier summer pants. I tried on a couple the other day that got me thinking, but I couldn't find my fit... I think I have enough to get me started, and that other pieces I hope to add will broaden this blouse's horizons. I sometimes do similar "retail research" -- great idea!</p> <p>Many thanks, merwoman. Most of those pants are a bit too unstructured for this blouse, but, if I am able to keep the YFB dark navy linen, I think I could pair it with those. (I have to drop just a few more pounds for those pants to be comfortable, but I think I'm going to get there.)</p> <p>kkards, the sleeves are ruched, but so lightweight that it's not a factor for layering. My actual sleeved season is pretty short, so I don't need many of these (I probably don't really even NEED this one). I also don't want to leave it sitting in my closet while I wait to find its soulmate. I think this could work with other things that are on my shopping list but it could function for me tomorrow if I needed it to, so that's good news.</p> <p>You're right, Carla -- It's more where I am going, and a bit of a return to where I was before the "all black wardrobe" years. The tan Gap bottoms sort of fit (a bit saggy in the seat), but worth a look. You gave me an idea re the topper and a pair of pants I bought to go with another new top -- will add a photo shortly.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/hot-orange-and-pink-blouse-how-or-whether-to-wear/page/2#post-2263224 Sun, 15 May 2022 13:52:24 +0000 Carla 2263224@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I think this blouse might possibly be where you’re going rather than where you’ve been? &nbsp;It doesn’t have to be a workhorse to deserve a place in your closet, and the fit looks good to me. &nbsp;Love it with the white bottoms. &nbsp;Jeans would work, of course. &nbsp;How about tan? &nbsp;I think you have an old pair of gap bottoms that might work (if they fit). &nbsp;Does your new orangish topper work with it? &nbsp;<div><br /></div><div>If you can make up 3 outfits you like and would wear from items already in your closet, then I vote ‘keep’. &nbsp;</div> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/hot-orange-and-pink-blouse-how-or-whether-to-wear/page/2#post-2263223 Sun, 15 May 2022 13:40:47 +0000 kkards 2263223@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Lovely blouse, fabulous colors!<br />a couple of questions…the sleeves seem to be ruched which could make layering harder, is that a concern? This is long sleeved and it seems like you wear a lot of sleeveless, how long is your actual long sleeved, but not a sweater, season?<br />I personally would probably only wear this with white pants, and I’d be ok with that, you may feel differently. I would not buy something like this intending to try to buy bottoms to go with it. One of the best lessons i have learned here is not to buy items that need something else to complete them…either i can wear the item with what I already own, or i leave the item behind. of course YMMV </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/hot-orange-and-pink-blouse-how-or-whether-to-wear/page/2#post-2263219 Sun, 15 May 2022 12:49:12 +0000 merwoman 2263219@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Gorgeous top on you Carol and so fun for the summer! You recently posted about a number of pant options, I’d try this lovely top on with them as well! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/hot-orange-and-pink-blouse-how-or-whether-to-wear#post-2263217 Sun, 15 May 2022 11:30:58 +0000 unfrumped 2263217@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>It does look pretty and I like juxtaposing with crisper chinos or utility pants. I think it would go with various earth tones, from the tan khakis to various greens, and then bolder burgundies as suggested. And jeans.<br /> So, if you don’t have any of those pants now, are any such ones on your list of “ needs” or even wants? I do sometimes get an item for which I don’t yet have the support act, but it needs to be part of a plan for building an intentional capsule.<br /> I sometimes go do Retail Research with said item while tags still on. For that, I don’t have to find the perfect item re: fit or price or actually buy anything, just carry my top (or bottom) and try other things on for colors or the general vibe. A department store is often a good destination because it carries a variety of looks at any one time. Or a LOFT, WHBM or such that usually has jeans, khakis &amp; other pants. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/hot-orange-and-pink-blouse-how-or-whether-to-wear#post-2263213 Sun, 15 May 2022 10:59:46 +0000 Vildy 2263213@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I've heard that putting a safety pin inside at the bottom hem helps the static.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/hot-orange-and-pink-blouse-how-or-whether-to-wear#post-2263212 Sun, 15 May 2022 10:30:01 +0000 Stagiaire Fash 2263212@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>This looks great, and I can tell you like the look too. I’d like to see it with happy yellow bottoms. But in terms of longevity, will the issues with the fabric prevent you from reaching for it? That would move it to the “reluctant no” category for me. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/hot-orange-and-pink-blouse-how-or-whether-to-wear#post-2263211 Sun, 15 May 2022 10:21:40 +0000 Janet 2263211@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>It is really pretty and looks great on you, perfect with white jeans. I bet it would be fab with light or mid wash blue denim too. Seems to be a little out of your current comfort zone, color-wise, but it seems that’s where you are trying to go, away from the somber colors of the last few years. I hope you keep and enjoy it! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/hot-orange-and-pink-blouse-how-or-whether-to-wear#post-2263208 Sun, 15 May 2022 08:28:48 +0000 Star (Lise) 2263208@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>White is an amazing pairing.&nbsp; I personally would then try dark denim, army green and light grey.&nbsp; I have a loud red pussy bow blouse with white polka dots.&nbsp; I have worn it once and felt fabulous and so got lots of compliments.&nbsp; It is not something I would wear often but I won't get rid of it.&nbsp; I think it is okay to have some items that feel fabulous but are only for some times. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/hot-orange-and-pink-blouse-how-or-whether-to-wear#post-2263189 Sun, 15 May 2022 05:19:18 +0000 CarolS 2263189@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Thanks for the perspective, Sal. Not everything has to be a workhorse as long as it is worn and enjoyed. </p> <p>VioletMyra, I love the description of your outfit. Boo to the workplace fashion police! It has been a few years since I've worn that much strong colour head to toe, but I'm ready to explore that possibility again! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/hot-orange-and-pink-blouse-how-or-whether-to-wear#post-2263186 Sun, 15 May 2022 05:05:12 +0000 VioletMyra 2263186@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p><div>I have hot orange (I think of them as the safety orange colour) pants I wear with a hot pink top and hot red mules. It's one of my favourite outfits. The first time I wore it to work the fashion police couldn't cope.</div><div>Keep experimenting until you find the combo that you enjoy.</div><div>Best wishes to all.<br /></div> </p>