https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/in-praise-of-mesh-tops Style Advice for Fashion Lovers en-US Tue, 14 Apr 2026 22:27:41 +0000 http://bbpress.org/?v=1.0.2 q https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/search.php https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/in-praise-of-mesh-tops/page/2#post-2383135 Wed, 26 Mar 2025 16:41:25 +0000 Lisa 2383135@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I missed this post the first time around, but what brilliant layering for mesh tops! Now I am going to think about them very differently, the patterned layering underneath the mesh top is such a fun look! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/in-praise-of-mesh-tops/page/2#post-2268857 Mon, 27 Jun 2022 04:21:29 +0000 Brooklyn 2268857@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Thanks Sal! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/in-praise-of-mesh-tops/page/2#post-2268856 Mon, 27 Jun 2022 04:20:03 +0000 Sal 2268856@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Awesome thread and ideas Brooklyn.&nbsp; The styling photos for these tops always seem to show them with a bra underneath or similar, which is not an accessible look for most of us.&nbsp; Love your versions. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/in-praise-of-mesh-tops/page/2#post-2268854 Mon, 27 Jun 2022 04:15:10 +0000 Brooklyn 2268854@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Thanks everyone.</p> <p>LJP, I’m glad you found this helpful. I agree that some ease in the fit of the mesh top is key. It’s functioning as a thin sweater, rather than an underlayer. </p> <p>AJ, yes, the shine/glitter is great for elevating my cotton tees.</p> <p>Angie, that was my fave combination too. I love that top.</p> <p>Helena, I think the light teal gave the prettiest effect. Teal with a black patina. What’s not to like about that!</p> <p>And thanks for chiming in again Rachy, Star and Slimcat. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/in-praise-of-mesh-tops/page/2#post-2268843 Mon, 27 Jun 2022 00:37:19 +0000 Helena 2268843@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Love this you're so creative. My fave is with the teal; mind you, you are queen teal so that may be why!! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/in-praise-of-mesh-tops/page/2#post-2268810 Sun, 26 Jun 2022 14:56:05 +0000 LJP 2268810@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I've read the whole thread a few times and really enjoy this one . Probably the best ideas/dressing strategies I've heard in ages. &nbsp;I have little need for dressy pieces at this point in life, but I think a mesh top (I have one in an opaque floral that I never wear - feels too body con and vavoom) in a looser , plain black is going on my shopping list. Thank you ! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/in-praise-of-mesh-tops/page/2#post-2268807 Sun, 26 Jun 2022 14:50:08 +0000 Angie 2268807@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>.....you had me with the swooshy skirt....</p> <p>KILLER STUNNING skirt outfit with the flared skirt! (The pics in your last comment above mine). That's now my favourite mesh top look on your thread :)</p> <p> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/in-praise-of-mesh-tops/page/2#post-2268789 Sun, 26 Jun 2022 09:12:09 +0000 AJ 2268789@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>This is such a FAB idea!&nbsp; I think the shimmer in the black mesh also helps elevate whatever you wear under it.&nbsp; The floral print mesh is surprisingly versatile as well!&nbsp; I love all the ways you have shown both pieces! Kudos! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/in-praise-of-mesh-tops/page/2#post-2268786 Sun, 26 Jun 2022 08:24:59 +0000 Star (Lise) 2268786@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Gorgeous!&nbsp; I love rich aubergine. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/in-praise-of-mesh-tops/page/2#post-2268783 Sun, 26 Jun 2022 05:56:10 +0000 rachylou 2268783@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>The aubergine is definitely flattering, deepens the whole effect. I find this a very clever discovery! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/in-praise-of-mesh-tops/page/2#post-2268781 Sun, 26 Jun 2022 04:58:08 +0000 slim cat 2268781@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>It's perfection! Agree about switching the black to something warmer like aubergine - fab! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/in-praise-of-mesh-tops/page/2#post-2268780 Sun, 26 Jun 2022 04:50:03 +0000 Brooklyn 2268780@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Thanks all!</p> <p>Just adding one more example, for anyone still following this conversation. This is my dark floral mesh top with an aubergine turtleneck top underneath. I wore this out to lunch today. Again, I think this undertone works better with my colouring and my skirt than a black underlayer. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/in-praise-of-mesh-tops/page/2#post-2268758 Sun, 26 Jun 2022 01:50:00 +0000 Jaime 2268758@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>What a genius idea! That one top completely transforms into many others. You look gorgeous, as ever, throughout. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/in-praise-of-mesh-tops/page/2#post-2268700 Sat, 25 Jun 2022 10:39:00 +0000 Star (Lise) 2268700@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>It looks fantastic with all of these tops.&nbsp; It really does 'zhush up' any shirt.&nbsp; Love it and it suits you to a T! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/in-praise-of-mesh-tops/page/2#post-2268681 Sat, 25 Jun 2022 08:28:55 +0000 anchie 2268681@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>This is fantastic. I would never even look at the top like that thinking that it is too transparent, but it is actually perfect for layering. Thank you for the idea. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/in-praise-of-mesh-tops/page/2#post-2268678 Sat, 25 Jun 2022 07:24:32 +0000 Adela 2268678@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>This trick is so clever, and it looks amazing on you! I have a few mesh tops and one dress. They are all layered and I love how much they can hide without looking bulky. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/in-praise-of-mesh-tops/page/2#post-2268672 Sat, 25 Jun 2022 05:13:06 +0000 Bijou 2268672@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>This is brilliant! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/in-praise-of-mesh-tops#post-2268656 Sat, 25 Jun 2022 01:38:17 +0000 Anonymous 2268656@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Spectacular ideas! Fantastic outfits! I am intrigued with the thought of mesh under a sleeveless top or waistcoat. Thanks for the inspiration </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/in-praise-of-mesh-tops#post-2268653 Sat, 25 Jun 2022 01:16:26 +0000 kellygirl 2268653@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Wow, what a cool idea! I have a black mesh top that I hardly ever wear. Going to have to try this out when it cools off! Oh, and I adore it over the floral especially! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/in-praise-of-mesh-tops#post-2268645 Sat, 25 Jun 2022 00:27:48 +0000 rachylou 2268645@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Definitely brilliant. I like mesh tops as well. They’re quite fancy but allow you to move easily. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/in-praise-of-mesh-tops#post-2268630 Fri, 24 Jun 2022 23:09:14 +0000 Brooklyn 2268630@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Slimcat, yes the top is nylon. Or polyamide. (Not sure what the difference is.) It feels a bit like wearing a stocking/panty hose. That’s why I only wear it in cool weather. You might be able to find a sheer knit in a viscose for a similar effect. Or an open weave knit. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/in-praise-of-mesh-tops#post-2268629 Fri, 24 Jun 2022 23:05:30 +0000 Brooklyn 2268629@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Angie, yay! I’m going to wear that outfit today with ye olde ombre jacket. Triple pattern mix! Why wait for my holiday. Or nighttime for that matter </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/in-praise-of-mesh-tops#post-2268628 Fri, 24 Jun 2022 23:02:26 +0000 Brooklyn 2268628@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Lana and Suz, I wouldn’t wear mine in Summer, because I’d find it a bit too sticky. But you could wear it in warm weather with a tank top for sure if it suits your climate/thermostat.</p> <p>I’m not sure silver would have quite the same effect as black. I have a gold mesh top and it’s not as versatile. Over a darker top it just kind of dulls it. It’s not as pretty. Still a pretty top with yellow or a light colour underneath.</p> <p>You may be better off going for a dark silver, like gunmetal.</p> <p>Try ASOS and Free People. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/in-praise-of-mesh-tops#post-2268627 Fri, 24 Jun 2022 22:57:25 +0000 Brooklyn 2268627@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Janet and Bonnie, I love the patterned mesh tops too! I think even with those you can play around with the colour of the underlayer to achieve different results. </p> <p>I have a dark floral mesh top. The SA suggested a black top underneath. That looks sharp and kind of gothic (which I like). But I also like to wear a red top underneath it for a more lush look. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/in-praise-of-mesh-tops#post-2268626 Fri, 24 Jun 2022 22:53:56 +0000 Brooklyn 2268626@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Thanks all!</p> <p>I’m glad people found this idea useful!</p> <p>There are endless other possibilities too.</p> <p>You could layer the mesh top under a sleeveless or short sleeve knit top, so the sleeves become the feature.</p> <p>Or you could layer a mesh top under a waistcoat.</p> <p>Or you could layer a mesh top over a sleeveless patterned top. I tried this but couldn’t find one where the shoulder seams of the mesh top matched up with the shoulder seams of the sleeveless top (and I think that would look better). </p> <p>Kkards, I could see you in the waistcoat look. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/in-praise-of-mesh-tops#post-2268621 Fri, 24 Jun 2022 21:51:33 +0000 nuancedream 2268621@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>This is so clever, Brooklyn. Mesh tops are fab and I just found a perfect for me vintage Sweet Pea top in a thrift store. I'll be looking for a plain black or brown mesh top to add to my collection. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/in-praise-of-mesh-tops#post-2268606 Fri, 24 Jun 2022 21:02:57 +0000 kkards 2268606@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>You are a laying pro. I never thought to layer over a pattern. Fab.<br /> I have 1 mesh top &amp; it’s a pattern and I never thought to layer it over anything but a tank top for coverage.<br /> This will definitely change how I think about mesh tops and I won’t automatically pass them by </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/in-praise-of-mesh-tops#post-2268580 Fri, 24 Jun 2022 19:14:47 +0000 Anonymous 2268580@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Ok now I need a mesh top... </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/in-praise-of-mesh-tops#post-2268577 Fri, 24 Jun 2022 19:01:59 +0000 Stagiaire Fash 2268577@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>What an excellent idea! Thanks for the many example pix too. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/in-praise-of-mesh-tops#post-2268570 Fri, 24 Jun 2022 17:54:40 +0000 Kate 2268570@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>How incredibly clever. The tie dye looks stunning underneath the mesh top.&nbsp; </p>