https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/in-the-pink-and-other-real-life-outfits-new-fashion-discoveries-and-reflections Style Advice for Fashion Lovers en-US Wed, 15 Apr 2026 18:47:19 +0000 http://bbpress.org/?v=1.0.2 q https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/search.php https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/in-the-pink-and-other-real-life-outfits-new-fashion-discoveries-and-reflections/page/2#post-2231396 Tue, 12 Oct 2021 17:15:26 +0000 Jonesy 2231396@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>You have had a busy, busy fall! Adding two new courses at the last minute is no joke, especially on top of all of your other engagements related to your new book release! I love your style and you wear jackets so beautifully. I also love the outfit with the cropped, voluminous pants--it's unexpected, but really suits you. I can see how you'd be eager to add a few updates, but your current style is working so well! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/in-the-pink-and-other-real-life-outfits-new-fashion-discoveries-and-reflections/page/2#post-2231119 Mon, 11 Oct 2021 18:30:47 +0000 Firecracker (Sharan) 2231119@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>What a brilliant system of uniforms! I am going to contemplate how I might copy it. I have been flailing around ever since I started adding cropped, higher rise jeans and transitioning away from nothing but mid-rise skinnies--which I typically wore with long cardigans or tunics. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/in-the-pink-and-other-real-life-outfits-new-fashion-discoveries-and-reflections/page/2#post-2231036 Mon, 11 Oct 2021 14:02:32 +0000 sarah 2231036@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>These are classic Suz looks - a bit of fun (pattern mixing! sneakers!), a bit of trend, a bit of classic...I really love them, and am inspired to get out my toppers as the weather cools down here! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/in-the-pink-and-other-real-life-outfits-new-fashion-discoveries-and-reflections/page/2#post-2231028 Mon, 11 Oct 2021 13:24:23 +0000 RobinF 2231028@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I love the way you combine dressy and casual - you have the mix down perfectly and I can see if being just right as a professor. Congrats on the professional accomplishments!</p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/in-the-pink-and-other-real-life-outfits-new-fashion-discoveries-and-reflections/page/2#post-2231014 Mon, 11 Oct 2021 12:08:34 +0000 Preppy Pear 2231014@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Great outfits and pieces! Your working wardrobe is so well-thought out! I really like that blue scarf in #1.<br /> Every time I see that navy and red plaid blazer, I kick myself for returning mine. Looks so good on you! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/in-the-pink-and-other-real-life-outfits-new-fashion-discoveries-and-reflections/page/2#post-2231010 Mon, 11 Oct 2021 11:57:39 +0000 lyn67 2231010@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>You and your outfits always look fresh-your clothes don't look old or show wearing out in the picties at all-and you must be the best dressed teacher there- think your students are&nbsp; loving your outfits, I am sure my DD would love them (and mee, too!!) Especially love the shoe options, and the fuchsia experiment is a win!!! But really all are so well put together they look effortless, curent, professional&nbsp; and chic! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/in-the-pink-and-other-real-life-outfits-new-fashion-discoveries-and-reflections/page/2#post-2231000 Mon, 11 Oct 2021 11:01:50 +0000 JamC 2231000@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Your outfits look approachable, comfortable, and interesting. Like you I keep wardrobe items for a long time and my style hasn’t really changed much over my adult life. (It is fun to see old photos and think “I would still wear that today if I had it!”) Therefore, like you I find ways to remix as new items enter my wardrobe or replace worn items. I think preferring classic or trendy classic style and wearing the same size for years cuts down on wardrobe churn but does necessitate searching for replacements. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/in-the-pink-and-other-real-life-outfits-new-fashion-discoveries-and-reflections/page/2#post-2230999 Mon, 11 Oct 2021 10:57:41 +0000 Jessikams 2230999@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Congrats on your recent professional successes! I have also had more “real meetings” lately and it feels so good to use the “third pieces” that were abandoned in the closet for so long. Still hot here, so I’m using a lot of vests of different lengths, instead of blazers. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/in-the-pink-and-other-real-life-outfits-new-fashion-discoveries-and-reflections/page/2#post-2230965 Mon, 11 Oct 2021 04:47:22 +0000 Suz 2230965@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Thank you so much, <b>Irina!</b>&nbsp;</p> <p>And thank you, <b>Brooklyn</b>, too -- hope your return to real life happens soon as well.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/in-the-pink-and-other-real-life-outfits-new-fashion-discoveries-and-reflections/page/2#post-2230960 Mon, 11 Oct 2021 03:48:05 +0000 Irina 2230960@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Beautiful outfits, Suz!<br />Hope the promo events for the book going well. I’ve read it and loved it! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/in-the-pink-and-other-real-life-outfits-new-fashion-discoveries-and-reflections/page/2#post-2230955 Mon, 11 Oct 2021 03:38:26 +0000 Brooklyn 2230955@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Love the plaid jacket. I really like your jeans, blazer, graphic tee formula. Just the right mix of casual, dressy and interesting. </p> <p>Congratulations on returning to real life! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/in-the-pink-and-other-real-life-outfits-new-fashion-discoveries-and-reflections#post-2230948 Mon, 11 Oct 2021 01:40:42 +0000 Suz 2230948@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p><b>Suntiger,</b> thanks for asking. The <a rel="nofollow" href="https://www.susanolding.com/big-reader">book </a>is about reading, and re-reading, and being read, and the books that shape our lives (sometimes to our surprise). But it's also a whole lot of other things in my life, because it is a collection of personal essays. It actually came out in the spring, but fall is when some of the promotional stuff happens.&nbsp;</p> <p><b>Firecracker, </b>you're right -- I actually have three simple uniforms. Slim pants or jeans with a short or longer jacket; wide pants or culottes with a short jacket. And dusters with either type of bottom. I have skirts but don't wear them so much for commuting since I sometimes go by bike and sometimes by bus. Hence the sneakers.&nbsp;</p> <p><b>Sal,</b> you are so right -- I know the climate, the lifestyle and now have a positive reason to shop and better information to make good choices. IF, to <b>Roxanna</b>'s point, I can find anything I want!&nbsp;</p> <p><b>Roxanna,</b> if you come back here, what is the Canadian Real Real lookalike site you recommend?&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/in-the-pink-and-other-real-life-outfits-new-fashion-discoveries-and-reflections#post-2230914 Mon, 11 Oct 2021 00:29:18 +0000 Anonymous 2230914@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>These are great and yay for the good career happenings! My favorite is the red too! Having a consistent style for years definitely makes things easier.<br /> What is the book about? </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/in-the-pink-and-other-real-life-outfits-new-fashion-discoveries-and-reflections#post-2230913 Mon, 11 Oct 2021 00:26:42 +0000 Sal 2230913@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>You look wonderful Suz and I do agree that dressing with a purpose is more satisfying...</p> <p>And a nice positive reason to do some shopping especially now you know your climate, your lifestyle - and have a great base to work from.</p> <p>I hope the right suit turns up - I could see this being a wonderful addition for you. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/in-the-pink-and-other-real-life-outfits-new-fashion-discoveries-and-reflections#post-2230908 Mon, 11 Oct 2021 00:11:03 +0000 Firecracker (Sharan) 2230908@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Your style is as fabulous as ever, Suz. All super great outfits. You have a sort of uniform going on that is very chic yet laid back, with your blazers, slim pants or jeans, and sneakers. I especially like the library-card tee with the plaid blazer. I also love the short jacket and wide-leg pleated pants. It's sad to hear the black watch suit is aging; I hope you find a suitable (pun intended) replacement soon! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/in-the-pink-and-other-real-life-outfits-new-fashion-discoveries-and-reflections#post-2230822 Sun, 10 Oct 2021 17:02:18 +0000 Roxanna 2230822@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Suz! So nice to see you and to hear about all those exciting life changes! Glad to hear that your wardrobe is asking for the ride with you... The pay off for your thoughtful and website curation over the years. I agree the stores here don't have much to offer, and what they do have is uninspiring and a bit meh. Hence all my thrifting as of late look forward to seeing what you pick up! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/in-the-pink-and-other-real-life-outfits-new-fashion-discoveries-and-reflections#post-2230818 Sun, 10 Oct 2021 16:51:16 +0000 Suz 2230818@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Thank you all for kind comments and suggestions!&nbsp;</p> <p>I realize that I should have shown some outfits with my masks -- I'm masked on campus and so are the students. I have a bunch that sort of coordinate with outfits. To a degree, at least. :)&nbsp;</p> <p><b>Bijou,</b> it is surprising how luxe a new set of PJs can feel, right? Thanks for mentioning Uniglo. I really need to consider them more often!&nbsp;</p> <p><b>Angie</b>, alas, one casualty of the pandemic seems to be that offerings in the big box stores like BR are even more limited in Canada vs. US than was true in the past. That jacket isn't available at all on the CAN site. Similarly, the red suit I thought of trying is on backorder indefinitely here, and I don't have the patience to wait.&nbsp;</p> <p>You're right -- a&nbsp; pattern mixed striped shirt with floral scarf is a signature spring/ fall look for me, for sure!&nbsp;</p> <p><b>Rachy, </b>that's a good question. I don't think my style has really changed at all in the past five or six years. And it's consistent with my style throughout my life!). My favourite combos now were my fave combos in the 80s -- current denim, jacket, turtleneck or other simple top, scarf (sometimes), current footwear. </p> <p>Is that a good or a bad thing? I think I am feeling the need for a refresh because I didn't really shop at all in 2020 except for gear and PJs, and did very little purchasing in 2019 (just NAS, really). I've had to retire a few items and <b>should </b>retire a few more (like the suit and quite a few knits) that are looking quite tired IRL.&nbsp; So.... I'll be looking for suitable replacements over the next year, I guess.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/in-the-pink-and-other-real-life-outfits-new-fashion-discoveries-and-reflections#post-2230777 Sun, 10 Oct 2021 14:36:54 +0000 Mainelady 2230777@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Congratulations on your achievements and new adventures! As always, your outfits are fab! I think it is great that you are able to pull together so many great looks with your older items. Yay, for jackets is right!&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/in-the-pink-and-other-real-life-outfits-new-fashion-discoveries-and-reflections#post-2230774 Sun, 10 Oct 2021 14:27:08 +0000 Bijou 2230774@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Suz, you look fabulous in all of these and congratulations on the book and new job. You sound super busy, a new suit sounds like a great FW2021 purchase for you! </p> <p>I bought some PJs for winter from Uniqlo (in Finds) and LOVE them. I plan to buy another pair next year because they are so comfy and a great price for the quality. I also bought a velvet gown (alas not Uniqlo but an Australian brand) and have loved these updates to my sleepwear capsule.</p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/in-the-pink-and-other-real-life-outfits-new-fashion-discoveries-and-reflections#post-2230771 Sun, 10 Oct 2021 14:20:56 +0000 Angie 2230771@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Congrats on all those exciting new things in your life! I'm delighted for you :)</p> <p>Looking KILLER fab in all your looks! All very <b>Suz</b>. Trendy Classic worn in fun, interesting, practical and elegant ways - and you rock it! I can't pick a fave....</p> <p>The pattern mixed striped top and floral scarf with cardi or blazer is signature to your look, which you wear beautifully. Excellent remixing of shop your closet! I'm sure your students enjoy your outfits.</p> <p>Have you seen this suit at BR.....sold out now, but people are returning all the time.</p> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/in-the-pink-and-other-real-life-outfits-new-fashion-discoveries-and-reflections#post-2230758 Sun, 10 Oct 2021 13:53:34 +0000 Anonymous 2230758@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Your outfits look wonderful got teaching set of outfits. My clothes also last a long time and most are several years old. I plan to do a gradual update. I seem to not be&nbsp;returning things like I should and that is annoying. I have been shopping mostly at a consignment store that allows trying on and concentrating on pull on bottoms. &nbsp;Buying second hand is a goal for the year except for HEWIs.&nbsp;<div>Wishing you well with the teaching and wardrobe replacement.</div> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/in-the-pink-and-other-real-life-outfits-new-fashion-discoveries-and-reflections#post-2230750 Sun, 10 Oct 2021 13:26:09 +0000 Janet 2230750@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Nice to see you post again! Congrats on all of the wonderful professional achievements. You look marvelous in all of these — your signature polished casual style takes you anywhere beautifully. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/in-the-pink-and-other-real-life-outfits-new-fashion-discoveries-and-reflections#post-2230741 Sun, 10 Oct 2021 12:33:22 +0000 cat2 2230741@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Congrats on the additional engagements, I know academia has been in such turmoil with the pandemic. I think being able to remix existing pieces so well is a win, your looks feel fresh. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/in-the-pink-and-other-real-life-outfits-new-fashion-discoveries-and-reflections#post-2230721 Sun, 10 Oct 2021 08:47:08 +0000 Star (Lise) 2230721@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>You have great style.&nbsp; 4,6 &amp; 7 are my personal favourites. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/in-the-pink-and-other-real-life-outfits-new-fashion-discoveries-and-reflections#post-2230716 Sun, 10 Oct 2021 07:02:05 +0000 Mirjana 2230716@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Gorgeous looks! You look wonderful, so stylish in every outfit. I would wear every one with pleasure. I understand you for updating and it is normal. I especially like you in #3 and #6, red is fabulous on you. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/in-the-pink-and-other-real-life-outfits-new-fashion-discoveries-and-reflections#post-2230708 Sun, 10 Oct 2021 05:44:00 +0000 rachylou 2230708@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I love that blackwatch suit. You should always have a blackwatch suit. And I love those culottes.</p> <p>Have your teaching outfits changed a lot? I’m thinking about the arc of your style journey, and in some ways, your style strikes me as having changed a lot but not… </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/in-the-pink-and-other-real-life-outfits-new-fashion-discoveries-and-reflections#post-2230706 Sun, 10 Oct 2021 05:14:23 +0000 slim cat 2230706@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Gorgeous looks ! Fav #1,2,5 and #7 but all are wonderful!<br />Great collection of jackets and scarfs! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/in-the-pink-and-other-real-life-outfits-new-fashion-discoveries-and-reflections#post-2230675 Sun, 10 Oct 2021 02:17:03 +0000 Aquamarine 2230675@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>It’s weird, isn’t it, getting dressed up in clothes we haven’t worn in almost two years. But you look like you haven’t missed a beat! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/in-the-pink-and-other-real-life-outfits-new-fashion-discoveries-and-reflections#post-2230670 Sun, 10 Oct 2021 01:47:00 +0000 Suz 2230670@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Yes, the most recent items are jeans (because my jeans do wear out, no matter what) and I guess the jacket and boots from NAS 2019. Plus the Margot sweater from J. Crew last year.&nbsp;</p> <p>The culottes in 7 are a J. Crew item -- trusty and true, Angie recommended in, oh, maybe 2015? Can't recall. Pink jacket is also older J. Crew. As is the sweater underneath. </p> <p>A lot of the essentials (red top, grey sweater, wide leg jeans) are BR. Black Watch suit is also BR. As are the wide leg navy crops.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/in-the-pink-and-other-real-life-outfits-new-fashion-discoveries-and-reflections#post-2230661 Sun, 10 Oct 2021 01:29:24 +0000 Carla 2230661@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Isn’t it fun to get dressed with a purpose?! I&nbsp;<i>really&nbsp;</i>like #7&nbsp;<i>a lot! &nbsp;</i>Congrats on the book, and on the work contracts at UVic!<div><br /></div><div>I get the thing about most of your clothes being ‘older’. &nbsp;So much of our regular activities of daily living pre-C19 have been on hold for so long, there hasn’t been a need to replenish work capsules or party clothes. &nbsp;2020 and 2021 seems a blur of gear and pj’s.</div> </p>