https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/iso-feedback-capsule-for-summer-social-events Style Advice for Fashion Lovers en-US Wed, 29 Apr 2026 08:22:32 +0000 http://bbpress.org/?v=1.0.2 q https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/search.php https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/iso-feedback-capsule-for-summer-social-events#post-2032853 Wed, 05 Jun 2019 19:29:51 +0000 Bonnie 2032853@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Looking forward to your review of the tops you ordered. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/iso-feedback-capsule-for-summer-social-events#post-2032737 Wed, 05 Jun 2019 13:16:29 +0000 Chris987 2032737@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>UPDATE: I ordered the tops shown here. </p> </p> <p>&nbsp;I also ordered white Levi jeans in a style that's been a perfect fit for me this spring and I have them in light wash, med wash, and black. I got them at Macys but this find is from Amazon. The sizing is shown differently (Macys does the 8,10,12 type of&nbsp;sizing and Amazon does 28,29,30) but as far as I can tell they are the exact same jeans. Once I receive all I'll do some reviews. It's quite possible that none of the tops will work and I'm ok with that, will just look for more. </p> <p>I also ordered one&nbsp;wildcard purse that is inexpensive faux leather so a reasonable experiment.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/iso-feedback-capsule-for-summer-social-events#post-2032736 Wed, 05 Jun 2019 13:09:08 +0000 Chris987 2032736@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p><b>Suntiger</b>, thanks! Before I retired I would probably do the same and tap into workwear but after wearing that kind of outfit for so many decades I want a change, plus I don't have a lot of it left. Print jeans/pants are something i might consider too but don't currently own any. A pretty blouse with regular jeans is already something I wear but for summer thinking white jeans are better. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/iso-feedback-capsule-for-summer-social-events#post-2032600 Wed, 05 Jun 2019 00:03:28 +0000 Anonymous 2032600@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I like your choices! I just end up wearing workwear, or mixing my work tops with jeans. Another option could be fun jeans or pants, like a print, and simple silky top. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/iso-feedback-capsule-for-summer-social-events#post-2032597 Tue, 04 Jun 2019 23:43:55 +0000 Chris987 2032597@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p><b>TorontoGirl,</b> great idea, in fact I was looking at those resin Madewell Earrings - very nice. I have some slightly large good hoop or hoop ish earrings but a new pair that is a bit bolder would be a good thing. </p> <p>Thanks <b>Angie!</b> I already have a couple of tops like that gold one with the pompoms, in white and sage, that are likely additions to this capsule. I like the boden geo print one but boden petite sizes are not big enough for me and I'm reluctant to try regular sizes since I'd have to pay for shipping and returns and they might not fit. </p> <p><b>karen13,</b> you are right about white jeans being tough to keep clean. I don't have Angie's superpower and I'm guessing you don't either Unfortunately NYDJ jeans always have too high a rise for me, even in petite sizes, so I stay away from them. Talbots is a good idea too, I actually looked at some tops there this past week but found most of them came in colors that were just too bright for me. I have had this complaint about Talbots' spring and summer colors for quite a few years, I wish they would tone them down just a little.&nbsp;The only things I found in more muted colors were t-shirts which I'm not looking for right now. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/iso-feedback-capsule-for-summer-social-events#post-2032585 Tue, 04 Jun 2019 22:58:28 +0000 karen13 2032585@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I have really liked my Wide Leg NYDJ jeans, but they would be a bit of a commitment to keeping clean in white. Maybe look at their crop or straight leg?</p> <p>And I saw a lot of nice looking casual tops in fresh colors at Talbots. I love they still carry Petite in B&amp;M </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/iso-feedback-capsule-for-summer-social-events#post-2032553 Tue, 04 Jun 2019 21:09:57 +0000 Angie 2032553@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>LOVE the bags and shoes.&nbsp;</p> <p><b>Chris</b>, the tops can be worn daily too - not just for social events. Very casual, and you're on the right track. Nicely done.&nbsp;</p> <p>Don't rule out boho-lite tops yet....</p> <p>Maybe try some of these:&nbsp;</p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/iso-feedback-capsule-for-summer-social-events#post-2032544 Tue, 04 Jun 2019 20:49:38 +0000 Helena 2032544@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>PS - Angie featured some really fun earrings in her round-up today </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/iso-feedback-capsule-for-summer-social-events#post-2032541 Tue, 04 Jun 2019 20:46:47 +0000 Helena 2032541@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I like the idea of accessories ... summer is a great time to try out more statement earrings; they seem to fit the season and don't add unwanted heat ... might that be an option you'd enjoy? </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/iso-feedback-capsule-for-summer-social-events#post-2032535 Tue, 04 Jun 2019 20:25:05 +0000 Chris987 2032535@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Thanks <b>Sara L</b>. The type of outfit I'm thinking of would be too dressy for a park or the beach, and I do already have things to wear to those types of outings. I agree about not wearing white pants while sitting on the ground or a park bench...that's just asking for trouble. :-)&nbsp;</p> <p><b>Rachylou</b> you are so right about cut outs on tops being something you have to see in person. I also find most of the ones that have a high "strap" across the neck drive me nuts with the feeling that I'm being strangled :-). I am already taking your advice on picking a few tops to order. The Dries one is pricey but it could be spectacular so it's on my list. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/iso-feedback-capsule-for-summer-social-events#post-2032525 Tue, 04 Jun 2019 19:40:21 +0000 rachylou 2032525@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I like the polka dot top, it has that little bit of fancy. I like the Dries one too, the bold pattern and cut... I think that could be sharp on you. I’d like to see you in one of those tops with the cutout necklines: I’m wondering if you’d like them on or not. Those are tricky in my book; they sometimes can be clever, but sometimes they can come off... cheesy.</p> <p>This is one of those searches where you really have to get actual tops and put them on to see if they do the trick. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/iso-feedback-capsule-for-summer-social-events#post-2032521 Tue, 04 Jun 2019 19:08:49 +0000 Sara L. 2032521@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I really like your choices here.&nbsp; White jeans are perfect for summer although you might want another alternative for occasions where white might not be practical.&nbsp; If there's a chance I'll have to sit somewhere like on the ground or a park bench, I try not to wear white. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/iso-feedback-capsule-for-summer-social-events#post-2032506 Tue, 04 Jun 2019 18:22:23 +0000 Chris987 2032506@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Good to know about the jeans, <b>Bonnie</b>, thanks. Good point about adding structure to a tup via banding around the hem area. </p> <p>Thanks<b> Barbara Diane</b>! Enabling is always welcome </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/iso-feedback-capsule-for-summer-social-events#post-2032505 Tue, 04 Jun 2019 18:13:53 +0000 Barbara Diane 2032505@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I don’t know if I’m much help-I like everything here. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/iso-feedback-capsule-for-summer-social-events#post-2032478 Tue, 04 Jun 2019 15:55:06 +0000 Bonnie 2032478@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I own the Jen 7 jeans in ink and they are perfect. I'm thinking of adding the white ones to my wardrobe, too. Of the tops you have shown, I really like Floreat print top and the Motherchic Oaks ruffle top. I like the banded bottoms which makes them look more structured. Your summer social capsule sounds like a great idea.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/iso-feedback-capsule-for-summer-social-events#post-2032476 Tue, 04 Jun 2019 15:44:43 +0000 Chris987 2032476@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Great point <b>Joy</b> about<b><i> not settling</i></b>. I was recently thinking about how I used to hire software engineers/project managers, or how a professional sports team hires it's players. Both worlds need A players and B players, and sometimes a few C players (to do the stuff that is necessary but would bore the A players). My wardrobe currently has too many C and B players and not enough A's! </p> <p>A silk shirt in a good color has been a HEWI of mine for quite a while, I should buck up and keep looking! That outfit you describe sounds really lovely, great ideas! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/iso-feedback-capsule-for-summer-social-events#post-2032475 Tue, 04 Jun 2019 15:27:25 +0000 Anonymous 2032475@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>This is a capsule where you should not settle. You want to feel confident and tops will show all the time, like when you are seated at the table, so get only what looks fabulous. How about a silk shirt in your best color?<br /> A great pair of white jeans seems like a good idea, maybe paired with a black top. My DDIL had on a little simple white lace top ( like a tee only with a scoop neckline and small cap sleeves) with perfectly fitting tan pants to lead a meeting last night. She looked cool and confident. You might look for something like that, only in your colors. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/iso-feedback-capsule-for-summer-social-events#post-2032471 Tue, 04 Jun 2019 15:02:37 +0000 Chris987 2032471@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Thanks <b>bj11</b>, I can do any sleeve length, good question. I'm trying to find things a little dressier than casual knit tops, but that whole definition of casual vs dressy is so different for each person that it's tough to nail down. A knit top with some architectural interest would be ok, but I don't want basic Ts (have enough of those already). &nbsp;The only accessories I&nbsp; wear in summer&nbsp; other than shoes/bags are pieces of &nbsp;jewelry. Too warm for scarves and&nbsp;I need a break from them since I wear them in all other seasons. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/iso-feedback-capsule-for-summer-social-events#post-2032468 Tue, 04 Jun 2019 14:56:56 +0000 bj1111 2032468@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Great bags and sandals.</p> <p>Are you a sleeve or no-sleeve person? That would help narrow down choices.</p> <p>How dressy do you want to be? I imagine two more casual knit tops or even linen tees in a fun color or possibly pattern and a dressier top in a woven—leaning toward a restrained pattern like the one in black and white feather print.</p> <p>How do you feel about accessories beyond bags/shoes to jazz up the knit tees? </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/iso-feedback-capsule-for-summer-social-events#post-2032465 Tue, 04 Jun 2019 14:49:01 +0000 Chris987 2032465@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Dear fabbers,</p> <p>I have recently identified a wardrobe hole that I want to fill. I was reading Janet’s posting on summer tees and alternatives <a rel="nofollow" href="https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/my-summer-tees-and-alternatives">https://youlookfab.com/welookf.....ternatives</a>. (chock full of great ideas BTW) . Lisa p mentioned that she had some good summer tops for “<b>social occasions /drinks / dinners out etc”, </b>which made me realize that<u> this is exactly the wardrobe hole I have</u>, plus I have almost no bottoms that fit this category. </p> <p>My life is very casual, even for social events like dinner out with friends, so white jeans are the perfect bottom piece, and light wash ones would work too. I have some white jeans but they are thin fabric that wrinkles badly so I want a better version.&nbsp;Most of the tops I have are too casual. &nbsp;I don’t need a lot,&nbsp;just one or two bottoms, a few tops, sandals, and a bag or two. I'm not including dresses or skirts for the moment, will deal with those separately. <br />I’ve put together some ideas below and would <b><i>love to hear any sort of feedback and/or specific suggestions you’d like to offer. <u>Thanks! </u></i></b></p> <p>Some additional notes:<br />&nbsp;<br />1. I already own the sandals/bags (except the b/w prints) and the solid black T shown (it has small buttons widely spaced along the shoulder seams)<br />2. I want the tops to be black or warm bright colors but not super bright. That orange/white print top for example may be too bright. The Dries Van N orange/blue one is also probably too bright&nbsp;but I do like those colors together<br />3. I’m avoiding boho styles (not refined enough for this capsule) and knot-waist styles (usually proportionally awful on me) &nbsp; </p>