https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/i-tried-and-well-not-so-much Style Advice for Fashion Lovers en-US Sat, 16 May 2026 07:24:27 +0000 http://bbpress.org/?v=1.0.2 q https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/search.php https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/i-tried-and-well-not-so-much#post-839105 Mon, 04 Feb 2013 20:45:27 +0000 amiable 839105@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Oh, your legs look miles long in those pants! Please wear them again! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/i-tried-and-well-not-so-much#post-839042 Mon, 04 Feb 2013 19:46:28 +0000 Day Vies 839042@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I was wearing silk thermals which is why I was so surprised when they did not work well. with the pants. Thank you all for your suggestions. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/i-tried-and-well-not-so-much#post-839014 Mon, 04 Feb 2013 18:53:19 +0000 catgirl 839014@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I agree with Mochi's assessment. I hate it when I can't pull off a look the way I want, but fortunately you have so many other styles that work for you! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/i-tried-and-well-not-so-much#post-838999 Mon, 04 Feb 2013 18:40:58 +0000 rachylou 838999@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Not at all dumpy, but the trousers do look like they're having issues. I wonder if silk thermals would make a difference - or are you already wearing silk?</p> <p>I will admit the sweater doesn't do it for me either. Color is ok to me, but the thinness of the stripes and the lightweight nature of the sweater... I would like to see a sweater with more "heft" on you, less stretch, esp. in winter.</p> <p>...heh, it occurs to me I want to see heftier sweaters on everyone at the moment... </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/i-tried-and-well-not-so-much#post-838988 Mon, 04 Feb 2013 18:25:24 +0000 jayne 838988@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Yeah for trying! really! I think we learn alot from the fails. and you are brave to post it when you don't fee fab! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/i-tried-and-well-not-so-much#post-838904 Mon, 04 Feb 2013 16:49:24 +0000 Anonymous 838904@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Angie, sorry for the thread jack DV, which under layers do you buy from Uniqlo? I was actually trying to find something to wear under pants too, but I only see tights online. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/i-tried-and-well-not-so-much#post-838849 Mon, 04 Feb 2013 16:09:28 +0000 Mochi 838849@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Here I am totally projecting my own issues, so feel free to ignore if you have no problem here. But the way I see it, you are long-legged and short-waisted, with a large bust. So yeah, beside the clashing necklines everyone is referring to, I see a "problem" (meaning it would be for me, perhaps not for you) with the light-colored sweater (white expands), with stripes horizontal across a larger bust, making it appear even bigger. And then, your pretty waist is lost due to the high-waisted pants as well as slight bulk of the sweater, so really it gives the effect of an even larger bust, IYKWIM. A dark, solid turtleneck or other blouse without the striped sweater would have mitigated this to a large degree. You are slim-hipped and your legs are long and lovely and otherwise, I think you can rock those trousers. </p> <p>(edited to add that I'm not sure if you were directly going for an Angie-inspired look...but isn't it frustrating that she can pull off these amazing, supermod looks that just Do. Not. Work.--or work in the same way--on certain other body types? Aaaaaaaaaaarrrrrrrrrgggggggggh. :(</p> <p>In any case, the only way you could really look bad would be to go around with a bag over your head, denying the world your beautiful smile. (That's probably the clumsiest compliment you'll ever get, but I mean it...you are radiant. Good on you for posting a less-than-perfect look, too.) </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/i-tried-and-well-not-so-much#post-838820 Mon, 04 Feb 2013 15:49:29 +0000 Mamapicklejuice 838820@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Goodness, even a less-than-fab outfit can't dampen that fantastic smile of yours. You are a gorgeous creature - you just radiate with a positive energy, so don't lose hope. I like the aim of your experiement...I agree with Angie and others that the material of your long underwear might need tweeking. I find success with snug silk underwear or the like. You CAN be warm AND fashionable so keep trying! I love seeing your WIWs, even what you consider to be unsuccessful ones, because I always learn something, and I enjoy seeing your pretty face! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/i-tried-and-well-not-so-much#post-838818 Mon, 04 Feb 2013 15:47:35 +0000 Sarah A 838818@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Yes warm is good! And yes, many kudos to post a non-fav look. I love that this forum is such a great place to receive constructive feedback and learn new things, and find out about good products. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/i-tried-and-well-not-so-much#post-838811 Mon, 04 Feb 2013 15:41:47 +0000 Angie 838811@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Day Vies, I wonder whether you have the correct long underwear? I wear extremely thin and warm thermals that I barely notice under clothes. I do not like to wear thick thermals because they bunch under my clothing - just like you're having that problem</p> <p>I wear Uniqlo Heattech. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/i-tried-and-well-not-so-much#post-838806 Mon, 04 Feb 2013 15:37:53 +0000 Day Vies 838806@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Oh you guys are too kind! (I really appreciate it) I was definitely tempted to hide this look away never to be seen again but, we're all here to learn if we knew everything already we wouldn't be here. </p> <p>I agree the necklines don't work well together, but I am determined to figure out how to layer in a way that's flattering to me when the windchill is subzero. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/i-tried-and-well-not-so-much#post-838746 Mon, 04 Feb 2013 15:04:28 +0000 Anonymous 838746@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Ah well, I agree it is not your best (since we are totally spoiled by your fab style), but we all have those days. Your beautiful smile saves it, that's for sure. Cold protection over looks, what can we do? A girl gotta do what a girl gotta do:)</p> <p>It is mostly the cling on the pants and the two necklines. A button down under the sweater would have looked better IMO. About the pants, static is a b^&amp;ch, nothing we can do about that. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/i-tried-and-well-not-so-much#post-838697 Mon, 04 Feb 2013 14:25:21 +0000 Beth Ann 838697@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Kudos, DV, for posting a look that didn't thrill you. We can learn a lot by doing so, but sometimes I just want to post only my best, and I miss out on learning and refining a look, and from the opportunity to remind others that we all have those outfits.</p> <p>I think the pants will be far easier to style in warmer weather. I have some cycling gear, and I've layered my slick tights under things in the past. Something with that texture might allow the pant material to still slide over your legs.</p> <p>What about a relaxed, slightly oversized shirt with these? Perhaps in a semi-tuck? </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/i-tried-and-well-not-so-much#post-838669 Mon, 04 Feb 2013 13:37:21 +0000 Suz 838669@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I TOTALLY know what you mean. These pants are awesome, and you will create other fab outfits with them. But I agree that the necklines of the sweaters and the lightness of the top sweater throw it off a bit. I also think you might not have felt fab anyway...I know for me, when I have layered my thermals under a whole bunch of other layers, I am glad to feel so warm, but I also feel a bit like I am wearing gear, if you know what I mean. And wow, that is a bunchy feeling. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/i-tried-and-well-not-so-much#post-838633 Mon, 04 Feb 2013 12:47:53 +0000 Jaime 838633@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>The only thing that is throwing me off is the striped light sweater. Don't know if it the stripes or the bright colors. I actually think the tuck looks great with these pants, love the belt and your legs go on for miles. With that said, you still look gorgeous! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/i-tried-and-well-not-so-much#post-838610 Mon, 04 Feb 2013 12:10:23 +0000 unfrumped 838610@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I feel your pain! Great trousers, though.<br /> Also I'm finding layering trickier than I thought. I am trying to use more items across seasons but then find the sweater that fits well by itself doesn't layer or a blouse bunches or something. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/i-tried-and-well-not-so-much#post-838605 Mon, 04 Feb 2013 11:57:54 +0000 Mona 838605@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I agree with Krista. it is the necklines of the sweaters. It is fun to learn when something does not work for you and thanks for posting the pic as we get to learn a lot this way. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/i-tried-and-well-not-so-much#post-838600 Mon, 04 Feb 2013 11:46:33 +0000 Krista 838600@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>DV - we have a very similar body type, and to my eye, what is throwing you off is the competition of the neckline of the turtleneck and the sweater you are wearing over it. The pants are fine and are a flattering style, I just think a different set of tops would work. Rute's suggestion of a V-neck and Adelfa's suggestion of pants that hit a little lower are good ones. I think you could revisit this again - don't give up! You are gorgeous! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/i-tried-and-well-not-so-much#post-838590 Mon, 04 Feb 2013 11:17:38 +0000 rute 838590@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I love those pants! Maybe with a V-neck black sweater? </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/i-tried-and-well-not-so-much#post-838581 Mon, 04 Feb 2013 10:40:41 +0000 Deborah 838581@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>You know you still look beautiful. Each piece here is lovely and I agree that the combination is maybe not your usual, but hey where would the fun be if we always got it 100% right... learning is half the fun:) </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/i-tried-and-well-not-so-much#post-838551 Mon, 04 Feb 2013 06:05:57 +0000 Caro in Oz 838551@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Love your attitude:) The pieces look good I'm sure you'll find a way to rock them. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/i-tried-and-well-not-so-much#post-838547 Mon, 04 Feb 2013 05:58:20 +0000 deb 838547@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Learning lessons are the best, arn't they. You look great anyway. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/i-tried-and-well-not-so-much#post-838545 Mon, 04 Feb 2013 05:52:01 +0000 Adelfa 838545@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Love the colors on your sweater! For me, pants have to hit a little below the waist for the half tuck to work. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/i-tried-and-well-not-so-much#post-838543 Mon, 04 Feb 2013 05:44:39 +0000 DonnaF 838543@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I think a dryer sheet or Static Guard plus popping a blazer on top which would have covered the looseness at the waist =&gt; and you would have been very, very happy. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/i-tried-and-well-not-so-much#post-838541 Mon, 04 Feb 2013 05:41:04 +0000 cobaltblue 838541@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Those do seem to be awesome pants, though! I hope you can solve the issue with cling and wear them again soon. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/i-tried-and-well-not-so-much#post-838538 Mon, 04 Feb 2013 05:37:50 +0000 Anonymous 838538@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I just love your beautiful smile! I think you look warm and cozy but do see that your pants seem to be clinging or something. If it's static cling, someone here had success with running dryer sheets on the inside of the garment. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/i-tried-and-well-not-so-much#post-838535 Mon, 04 Feb 2013 05:31:15 +0000 Day Vies 838535@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>It was really cold here on Friday which is when I wore this outfit. I tried out a half tuck with some pants that are getting a little big. I felt like I had room to tuck in a sweater that I wore over a thermal and a turtleneck. I was also wearing thermals under my pants -- which provided way too much texture and caused my pants to bunch in very unflattering ways. The good thing about this outfit is it was toasty and comfortable. </p> <p>The bad thing is I don't like how I look. Dumpy is a little harsh -- but there is definitely nothing fab about this outfit. These items won't be worn together again. Ever. </p> <p>Experience is what you get when you don't get what you want. I wanted to try out a look that was warm. less feminine yet modern and fashionable. Eh -- not so much, back to the drawing board. </p>