https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/i-love-it---does-it-love-me Style Advice for Fashion Lovers en-US Thu, 09 Apr 2026 13:51:06 +0000 http://bbpress.org/?v=1.0.2 q https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/search.php https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/i-love-it---does-it-love-me/page/2#post-2303368 Sat, 21 Jan 2023 01:44:27 +0000 Sloper 2303368@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I like it! &nbsp;Agreeing with advice to keep the layering simple. &nbsp;Looks good with the white shirt and jeans. &nbsp;I do think the striped top doesn’t work so well but may be the angle of the picture. &nbsp;I could see this with a slim tube skirt. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/i-love-it---does-it-love-me/page/2#post-2303129 Thu, 19 Jan 2023 20:59:54 +0000 Anonymous 2303129@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Yes to trying a size down! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/i-love-it---does-it-love-me/page/2#post-2303087 Thu, 19 Jan 2023 17:37:22 +0000 Angie 2303087@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p><b>Roberta,</b> ALWAYS good to compare sizes! Good call ordering a size smaller on the COS vest.....which might be less fussy and more comfy. You never know unless you try ;)&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/i-love-it---does-it-love-me/page/2#post-2303061 Thu, 19 Jan 2023 15:54:43 +0000 Roberta 2303061@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Thank you again for all of your input, everyone! I returned the Halogen vest, which I think is pretty nice, but nowhere as nice as the Cos vest. I also decided to order the Cos vest one size smaller, just to see how the fit looks. I like that the stiffer textile doesn't cling or drag anywhere.</p> <p>As far as styling goes, I think the severity of the Cos vest calls for equally simple garments. That's why the white shirt and the jeans work so well with it. I think a patterned top might just come off as frumpy. I'm so delighted to be wearing that particular white shirt, which was fairly expensive, and has been a closet orphan for some time. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/i-love-it---does-it-love-me#post-2303033 Thu, 19 Jan 2023 11:14:40 +0000 Bijou 2303033@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I would only consider keeping the Cos vest. I like it best with the crisp white shirt - I think it is such a statement, it needs a clean and architectural support act. I love the styling with jeans and boots. My vote is to keep the Cos vest - it is a fun wildcard that you love. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/i-love-it---does-it-love-me#post-2303031 Thu, 19 Jan 2023 10:48:40 +0000 Olive Green 2303031@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Being Utilitarian, I love an architectural fit. Being so short, it is hard to pull off. You pull it off.&nbsp;<br />Also prefer the COS to the Halogen.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/i-love-it---does-it-love-me#post-2303019 Thu, 19 Jan 2023 08:37:55 +0000 Jenni NZ 2303019@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I guess I am not really a fan of oversized… so think I am with LJP. But I am in a minority… </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/i-love-it---does-it-love-me#post-2303003 Thu, 19 Jan 2023 04:20:39 +0000 Zaeobi 2303003@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>If the back of the neck is itchy, I'd like to see it styled with a turtleneck (or other, non shirt-collared tops) - to see if that feels comfy to you </p> <p>Those mustard/ saffron cords are a lovely colour pairing with the navy though! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/i-love-it---does-it-love-me#post-2302980 Thu, 19 Jan 2023 02:30:08 +0000 Jaime 2302980@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Definitely worth more experimentation as suggested above and definitely prefer the COS to the lesser vest! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/i-love-it---does-it-love-me#post-2302979 Thu, 19 Jan 2023 02:29:11 +0000 Kyle 2302979@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I have the Halogen vest in Navy and wear it with leggings, a fitted turtleneck and booties or platform sneakers. Haven’t tried it with jeans yet. To me it reads more like an ink blue than navy, and I purchased a size small. Thought my husband would really dislike this piece, but he surprisingly gave it a thumbs up.&nbsp;<div><br /></div><div>I think I prefer the COS vest, and might like to see it styled with less contrasting tops and bottoms.</div> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/i-love-it---does-it-love-me#post-2302957 Thu, 19 Jan 2023 00:21:22 +0000 jussie 2302957@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I rather like these. Yes; it’s probably not the easiest type of garment to style and wear, but it’s great fun and fashion-y! Something to wear on days when you feel like being a little creative with your outfit .<br /> I like it best the way you have it styled with the docs, and I also like it with those pink-ish pants in the original pics. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/i-love-it---does-it-love-me#post-2302952 Wed, 18 Jan 2023 23:40:34 +0000 Indigoprint 2302952@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I love that COS vest. I hope you get it sorted. I think it looks Fab with your Docs. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/i-love-it---does-it-love-me#post-2302949 Wed, 18 Jan 2023 23:30:48 +0000 Anonymous 2302949@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I like it! I tried styling a new navy sweater vest today too. I wore it with a white top and plaid pants. Next time I plan to try it with a jean shirt. I also want to wear over a dress. I think yours looks really sharp with the Docs </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/i-love-it---does-it-love-me#post-2302936 Wed, 18 Jan 2023 22:03:00 +0000 Angie 2302936@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p><b>Roberta</b>, I'm nodding along with <b>Jonesy </b>who mentioned some things I forgot! Thanks, <b>Jonesy</b> :)</p> <p>FWIW: </p> <ul> <li>keep the COS and return the Halogen</li> <li>the olive pants and jeans look great with the COS vest</li> <li>try a low contrast top under it too</li> </ul> <p>Wishing you joy with your fun new architectural piece :)&nbsp;</p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/i-love-it---does-it-love-me#post-2302933 Wed, 18 Jan 2023 21:58:38 +0000 JP 2302933@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>What LJP said.<br /> However, what matters most is how you feel in it. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/i-love-it---does-it-love-me#post-2302932 Wed, 18 Jan 2023 21:47:14 +0000 nuancedream 2302932@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I have a clear preference for the COS vest over the Halogen one. Angie makes a good point about oversized fits and how they can be a nuisance when you're moving around and going about your day. It's one reason why I personally avoid oversized fits. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/i-love-it---does-it-love-me#post-2302925 Wed, 18 Jan 2023 21:33:28 +0000 RobinF 2302925@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I am a vest fan and I love it! Especially with the docs (also love!) but I think you could find other ways to wear it. I thought I'd like it best with slimmer pants but I kind of like it with the olive from the first set.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/i-love-it---does-it-love-me#post-2302921 Wed, 18 Jan 2023 21:17:47 +0000 Dee 2302921@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>My preference is for the COS vest, I like its architecture and find it looks best in outfits #1#2 and it also works well with your jeans and docs.</p> <p>However, I’d &nbsp;be wary of wearing it with really slim pants, as it might seem too top heavy, I think you’ve got to balance the proportions to make it work. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/i-love-it---does-it-love-me#post-2302915 Wed, 18 Jan 2023 20:44:21 +0000 phoebe 2302915@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Maybe less high contrast tops would help it merge a little better with the rest of your outfit </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/i-love-it---does-it-love-me#post-2302911 Wed, 18 Jan 2023 20:38:29 +0000 Jonesy 2302911@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I love the COS vest! I have to say that you are not giving these vests a fighting chance by posting pics without footwear :). I would go with the beautiful quality one over the Halogen one. I like it best with the wider olive cords (?) in #2 in the first set of pics, and love it with the jeans and boots (fab boots, esp with your hair!) in the newest pic--seeing it completely styled with footwear shows how well it works, and it looks smashing with the denim, IMHO. </p> <p>ETA: other styling ideas include going tonal with the vest (e.g., something dark underneath), or a turtleneck, or some wide, cropped pants to play with proportions (see examples below).&nbsp;</p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/i-love-it---does-it-love-me#post-2302903 Wed, 18 Jan 2023 20:07:29 +0000 Suz 2302903@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Ok, so a few points to keep in mind for context on my commentary.&nbsp;</p> <p>1. I love the idea of these vests. Love! Am always eager to try them. I'm surprised I don't own one, TBH -- I've been looking but have not seen one that promises to have the proportions I might need.&nbsp;<br />2. I have no problem surrendering the waist, personally, and like waist-surrendering looks.&nbsp;</p> <p>However, I was not at all sure about the first set of photos -- was not in love with it, despite my predispositions toward this kind of item.&nbsp;</p> <p>Having said that, now that I see it with the toned-in jeans and the Docs, I'm a huge fan! The footwear seems to ground it and balance the look. I would do what Angie said -- experiment with it at home, try a bunch of different outfits, try with your coat, etc.&nbsp;</p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/i-love-it---does-it-love-me#post-2302902 Wed, 18 Jan 2023 20:06:44 +0000 Firecracker (Sharan) 2302902@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I prefer the COS, with its more structured look. I would go for the higher quality fabric, too, on this kind of statement vest. I love the look with your cuffed jeans and Docs. I'm not as crazy about it with the straight cords, but I think I would like the look of those, too, if you cuffed them and had some chunky boots or oxfords on. In addition to the itch factor on the neck, I also like the look of the turtleneck or shirt collar with the vest and am less drawn to the look of the blouse in 2. (Though I like the look of those colors together.) </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/i-love-it---does-it-love-me#post-2302901 Wed, 18 Jan 2023 19:34:17 +0000 bella 2302901@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I love this. I think they both look fabulous, and hope for you that the comfort level is there, too. So so chic!&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/i-love-it---does-it-love-me#post-2302891 Wed, 18 Jan 2023 18:18:08 +0000 Irina 2302891@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Nordstrom US sells COS? Live and learn, I guess, no such luck for us, Canadians!<br />I actually tried this vest from COS. I had to size down but the proportions were off on me. Also, I realize that the cut is strange, sizing down takes drama away, right size is kind of not here, not where.&nbsp;<br />So, sorry and I don't love it but it is not you, it's this particular garment.<br />The second one looks just to big on you to my eye.&nbsp;&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/i-love-it---does-it-love-me#post-2302890 Wed, 18 Jan 2023 18:16:59 +0000 Roberta 2302890@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>This is all excellent advice, thank you! In particular, I thank Angie and Unfrumped, because I do feel very fashion forward in this, which is rare, but I know I should give it a thorough test drive. So I will, wearing these orange Docs which I just bought and am also trying out.<br /> Further comments welcome, of course! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/i-love-it---does-it-love-me#post-2302888 Wed, 18 Jan 2023 18:07:57 +0000 unfrumped 2302888@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I can see this concept also , but have a cautionary tale.<br /> I bought something similar though a bit slimmer and with a cool 2-way front zipper by Eileen Fisher in gray boiled wool. I had some kind of elegant-elf or something look in mind.<br /> But after wearing a few times I did find it mor difficult to be a “ moving” item &amp; was not a cozy curl- up either. At the time, I was working so did view it as more of a refined 3rd piece. It did need slim pants and probably would be paired with leggings, which I did not wear, unless sometimes at- home heavy winter, &amp; this was not lounging item.<br /> Eventually I just did not like how I looked in it- some kind of frumpy- elf. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/i-love-it---does-it-love-me#post-2302887 Wed, 18 Jan 2023 18:06:14 +0000 kkards 2302887@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>gosh, i love the idea of this...especially with the pinky/red cords.&nbsp; my only concern, can you layer your outerwear on top of this comfortably?&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/i-love-it---does-it-love-me#post-2302886 Wed, 18 Jan 2023 18:05:30 +0000 LJP 2302886@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I quite like the idea here but I have the same feelings as Cardiff girl re fluidity and Angie’s suggestion for dark bottoms etc. To be honest , I don’t love it on you . </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/i-love-it---does-it-love-me#post-2302885 Wed, 18 Jan 2023 18:01:10 +0000 Star (Lise) 2302885@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Thanks for the extra pics.&nbsp; I think I prefer the back fit of the Halogen one, but if the quality is not there maybe not a good idea. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/i-love-it---does-it-love-me#post-2302883 Wed, 18 Jan 2023 17:58:40 +0000 Cardiff girl 2302883@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I can see where you are coming from on this.l love a vest too.Personally l look for a bit more slouch in mine and something that hints &nbsp;at the body beneath however you might be looking for a different vibe.l find them very useful for abit of extra warmth in spring/up autumn.Enjoy it! </p>