https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/jacket-analysistime-to-cull Style Advice for Fashion Lovers en-US Thu, 23 Apr 2026 03:41:21 +0000 http://bbpress.org/?v=1.0.2 q https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/search.php https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/jacket-analysistime-to-cull/page/2#post-1842421 Tue, 05 Sep 2017 12:28:57 +0000 Angie 1842421@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I like it. White jeans and light shoes.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/jacket-analysistime-to-cull/page/2#post-1842364 Tue, 05 Sep 2017 04:12:01 +0000 anne 1842364@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Thanks for all the suggestions, which I'll attempt to model for you. It's quite strange to have any warm colours at all, since they usually don't go with my complexion, so I appreciate the suggestions.</p> <p>3style I definitely want to see your photos now. How cool if we are kind of &nbsp;twins! The other person I think I look like on YLF is Deb, and I share some figure similarities with Suz. Sorry to hear about your jacket.</p> <p>Angie I presume you are not saying to just get rid of it. I can't remember if you approved when I bought it originally. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/jacket-analysistime-to-cull/page/2#post-1842178 Mon, 04 Sep 2017 14:41:50 +0000 Angie 1842178@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Try it with white jeans.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/jacket-analysistime-to-cull/page/2#post-1842069 Mon, 04 Sep 2017 02:18:12 +0000 Sal 1842069@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Just chiming in again, I like the jacket and I also like warm colours with cool ie navy and rust, or grey and rust etc..</p> <p>I like Beth Ann's comment too, and can relate to it.</p> <p>I keep and wear things that on one hand are not terribly "current" because they meet a need. &nbsp;Or I just like them. &nbsp;In saying that if you feel a bit "meh" about it maybe keep it until you find a replacement and start keeping an eye open - jackets are expensive but sometimes you can find a gem!!</p> <p> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/jacket-analysistime-to-cull/page/2#post-1842047 Mon, 04 Sep 2017 00:47:34 +0000 3style 1842047@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>One of these days I'm going to have time to upload pictures of me and/or my clothing. Anyway, you and I look surprisingly similar upon first impression. So, not knowing anything about your personal style, I will respond with what I would do....</p> <p>I think that the contrast between the dark jeans +t-shirt and the brighter jacket is something which would make me feel off balance. I'd only wear that jacket with light to medium toned neutrals on the bottom. And I would make sure to tuck any shirt into the waistband of my bottoms. I find that the shirt looks to busy with all of the details of the jacket. </p> <p>I'm actually a little jealous, because I once had a similar jacket, not sure what year but at minimum 2009 and probably before. It was lined linen and fairly expensive for me. Over $100. I think that it was from Macy's but not sure. Anyway, it shrank worse than almost anything else that I have ever bought and after the very first time when I tried drycleaning it. I was so sad, but I couldn't afford to replace it, so I completely understand where you are coming from. </p> <p>Anyway it's really difficult to judge the fit from the photo so if it makes you squirm when you wear it, then this is probably not salvageable. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/jacket-analysistime-to-cull#post-1841878 Sun, 03 Sep 2017 10:13:09 +0000 anne 1841878@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Just quickly. Beth Ann, your first paragraph. YES. You get me! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/jacket-analysistime-to-cull#post-1841521 Fri, 01 Sep 2017 16:04:10 +0000 skylurker 1841521@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I like it on you. Doesn't look dated, on the contrary the ruffles and sleeves look trendy to me (I'm no expert on the subject though).<br /> I can see it worn open over a white tee - because white will make the colour pop, and there's already a lot going on in the jacket design - and with high waisted trousers - because I think the proportions would look better with the short jacket and your long torso. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/jacket-analysistime-to-cull#post-1841472 Fri, 01 Sep 2017 13:20:28 +0000 Beth Ann 1841472@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>P.S. &nbsp;The sleeves could easily be narrowed, and, since I think I spy a placket in the front closure, you might be able to narrow the waist by moving a snap or button. &nbsp;Sometimes the cost is prohibitive, but it might be worth getting an estimate!</p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/jacket-analysistime-to-cull#post-1841468 Fri, 01 Sep 2017 13:08:07 +0000 Beth Ann 1841468@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Hi Anne! &nbsp;I hear you. &nbsp;I am trying to address the question this year, "Do I have to keep items forever, if they're not obviously and clearly worn out? &nbsp;This is not just a question about preference, since it means I have to find replacements in a challenging retail environment, with less money and time than I've had before. &nbsp;</p> <p>What about........<br />A steamer? &nbsp;Yep. &nbsp;It's a purchase, and it's not as fun as lipstick or a new pair of shoes, but I"m looking into it. &nbsp;Most of my items aren't easy to press on a traditional ironing board, and many of the fibers won't take the high heat, either. &nbsp;I wonder if a steam, instead of a press, might be easier on your clothes, and faster, overall? &nbsp;I think it would help with the ruffles --- and the morning rush out the door!</p> <p>Also, some ideas:<br />Pairing with a tube or pencil skirt and boots<br />Wearing open over a white tee, with cropped or ankle pants<br />Wearing over a dress, or a skirt and top that form a column of color --&nbsp;<br />Wide leg, flowy pants&nbsp;</p> <p>The last two would embrace the retro element, since women used to wear&nbsp;ensembles topped with jackets. &nbsp;You could think of the jacket as 40s inspired, rather than 2009 inspired!</p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/jacket-analysistime-to-cull#post-1841465 Fri, 01 Sep 2017 12:51:22 +0000 Anonymous 1841465@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>The fact that it is your only coloured jacket isn't a great excuse to keep. But if it completes several outfits, then you might consider keeping.</p> <p>I find the pocket placement a bit awkward but with your hair covering them, they look alright. I don't notice the sleeves. I do notice the higher waist but I think it looks good. The ruffles look good to me. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/jacket-analysistime-to-cull#post-1841461 Fri, 01 Sep 2017 12:41:22 +0000 anne 1841461@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Yes you are both right Jenni and Fashiontern - I only listed 'cons'. I have only myself to blame. I listed them because I wasn't sure if they were obvious to the reader, but I shall start asking opinions without giving any extra info &nbsp;- I've noticed Janet doing that. &nbsp;I'm not good at culling, specially of things I bought myself (better at handed down items)</p> <p>I think I'll wait for Angie to come back and ask her!</p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/jacket-analysistime-to-cull#post-1841435 Fri, 01 Sep 2017 10:49:26 +0000 Jenni NZ 1841435@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Anne you only wrote what you didn't like about it! Go back to the start and read quickly. You didn't say anything nice about it except that at the time you were very fond of it. I think this pre-selected the responses? </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/jacket-analysistime-to-cull#post-1841318 Thu, 31 Aug 2017 20:33:12 +0000 Stagiaire Fash 1841318@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I agree with others that it does not look rust here. I wish there was a tool to adjust colors on here to their real life versions. Maybe you can find a paint color that it matches or something. </p> <p>But rust...I think of most of the colors i listed as cool colors, so am not sure what you mean if not those. Does olive fit your description and work well with it? I think of the dress I wore today as rust, and it goes well with indigo.<br /> I'm probably not much help, because I don't really understand what color the jacket is or what colors you mean. </p> <p>One last comment, on the people who said "if you have to ask...". Your original post reads like a pro/ con list, except it starts with the cons and never gets around to the pros. Later on you seem a little wistful/defense about the idea of tossing the jacket. I think I can see where they're coming from. If you find yourself resisting the idea of passing it on, maybe to take a minute to figure out why that is. Is there a feature about it you particularly like? Do you associate it with good memories? Hate the idea of shopping for another? That may give you the best answer. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/jacket-analysistime-to-cull#post-1841225 Thu, 31 Aug 2017 14:16:41 +0000 anne 1841225@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Fashiontern - funnily enough, I <b>was </b>going to wear that jacket on the accidental outfit day. I pulled it out and it went well - but was dirty so had to wash!</p> <p>I do have a very long torso - constant fit and proportions issue (my main one)</p> <p>I'm not sure I agree with the colours you mention, but I think it isn't showing up correctly, judging from other's comments. It's rust coloured. That makes it a bit odd in my wardrobe, which is almost exclusively cool toned </p> <p> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/jacket-analysistime-to-cull#post-1841217 Thu, 31 Aug 2017 13:58:13 +0000 Glory 1841217@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I think you look lovely it it both color and fit! However I think you have had your joy from it and you can easily let it go to a new home.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/jacket-analysistime-to-cull#post-1841203 Thu, 31 Aug 2017 13:26:03 +0000 Stagiaire Fash 1841203@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>It's a jacket? What does it look like when it is open? I ask because the side view looks really nice, but in the front view, the high waist on the jacket combined with your actual lower waist exaggerates the size of your middle section, if that makes any sense. </p> <p>I like the color on you, and can see it going with lots of other colors well--pretty much any indigo-blue-green, obviously with neutrals, and some reds, in a version of Angie's pink &amp; red post a couple weeks ago. </p> <p>How does it work in place of the moto jacket in the "accidental outfit" you posted? If it's open, can it still provide enough structure to work with that skirt? </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/jacket-analysistime-to-cull#post-1841121 Thu, 31 Aug 2017 02:19:03 +0000 anne 1841121@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Thanks everyone. I'm so sorry I didn't respond to you earlier. Life has been very busy and I haven't had time to get to a keyboard.</p> <p>I appreciate everyones taking the time to comment - but - am a little sad that so many of you wrote along the lines of "if you are even asking you shouldn't keep it". Because <ul> <li>&nbsp;this is my ONLY coloured jacket</li> <li>I'll have a small budget, so culling has to be done carefully</li> <li>I have heaps of problems finding jackets that fit my long waist so don't expect to find a replacement</li> <li>I'm very indecisive and perfectionist and without help from YLF I may never buy anything at all (Before YLF I dragged my DH around to make my mind up). Sometimes I need you guys to say -It's JFE go with it!. I'm not saying you shouldn't say to cull, just don't presume I should because I asked about it !</li> </ul> Thanks for all the other feedback as well. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/jacket-analysistime-to-cull#post-1838672 Tue, 22 Aug 2017 19:07:40 +0000 unfrumped 1838672@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I say bye- bye, it doesn't do you justice. I think it's too short and fitted for trousers also. Make room for something more strongly clean- lined &amp; classic.<br /> That said, I occasionally cling to shorter jackets for wearing with skirts or a<br /> sleeveless dress. But I recommend you be more ruthless! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/jacket-analysistime-to-cull#post-1838593 Tue, 22 Aug 2017 13:53:11 +0000 texstyle 1838593@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Although I think the color looks nice on you, the ruffles are a bit of a problem it seems, and the pockets are positioned quite high. I'd probably pass it on if I hadn't been reaching for it. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/jacket-analysistime-to-cull#post-1838391 Mon, 21 Aug 2017 20:55:48 +0000 DonnaF 1838391@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>It sounds as though you won't wear this even if you keep it, so I would pass it on instead of having it take up room in your closet.&nbsp; </p> <p>From the photos, it looks nice on you, but if it truly skews rust and not coral, than it probably is less flattering than what we see.&nbsp; Your hair obscures the pockets and the other details that seem to bug you, so again, what I/we see may be misleading. . . </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/jacket-analysistime-to-cull#post-1838197 Mon, 21 Aug 2017 05:41:14 +0000 Sal 1838197@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I am on my phone so not able to see all the details. I do like it on you - but I think donating it is fine. Sometimes we do just get over a piece with the best Will in the world. </p> <p>I would wear it with blue jeans open with a navy top underneath and maybe a pendant? </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/jacket-analysistime-to-cull#post-1838183 Mon, 21 Aug 2017 04:21:04 +0000 Deborah 1838183@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Anne it's such a pretty jacket! &nbsp;I do find the pocket placement a little odd. I would prefer it without pockets. &nbsp;Is it dated? &nbsp;Maybe yes. &nbsp;</p> <p>I honestly think the future of this jacket is down to 'do you feel good wearing it' and 'do you like what you see' when you look in the mirror. &nbsp;It's the type of jacket I could see worn over a white or cream shift dress and pumps for a wedding or event. &nbsp;But as I said above, the pockets compromise the look of the jacket to my eye.</p> <p>I would probably donate. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/jacket-analysistime-to-cull#post-1838044 Sun, 20 Aug 2017 17:09:08 +0000 rachylou 1838044@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>It's a great colour on you, but yes, I think you can let it go. The waistband construction is odd and the ruffle too tiny to be 'now.' </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/jacket-analysistime-to-cull#post-1838039 Sun, 20 Aug 2017 16:50:36 +0000 Anonymous 1838039@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I agree with Sterling. I like the jacket on you although I can not see the high pockets very well. I like the color and overall fit, but if you are not happy, it is time for the jacket to go. What looks off is the fit of the jeans. They look too big or something. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/jacket-analysistime-to-cull#post-1838036 Sun, 20 Aug 2017 16:36:21 +0000 anne 1838036@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Thanks Laura. It was natural light. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/jacket-analysistime-to-cull#post-1838035 Sun, 20 Aug 2017 16:21:44 +0000 Laura G 1838035@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I actually like this jacket on you. The color especially seems more flattering than a cool red would be, but maybe the photo is under artificial light?&nbsp;</p> <p>But regardless, if <i>you</i> don't feel happy in it, then it's time for it to go. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/jacket-analysistime-to-cull#post-1838031 Sun, 20 Aug 2017 16:17:01 +0000 anne 1838031@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Thanks everyone. Am on my phone and should be asleep, so just quickly.<br /> Definitely rust and not coral. </p> <p>Not fed up, but hadn't worn it for awhile and then thought it not as great as before.<br /> Would love more opinions on datedness. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/jacket-analysistime-to-cull#post-1837997 Sun, 20 Aug 2017 14:15:29 +0000 Janet 1837997@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I actually quite like it on you. The color looks coral, which is very nice. I don't see fit issues so much, but I'm looking on my phone so maybe on a larger screen issues are more apparent? But if you're over it, maybe it's time to let it go. I know how that is! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/jacket-analysistime-to-cull#post-1837987 Sun, 20 Aug 2017 13:47:35 +0000 Jane 1837987@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I like it but if you are fed up with it, then let it go. </p> <p>I think I would have a go at wearing it with different colours, with say olive or may be even blush pink. It is a lovely colour on you. </p> <p> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/jacket-analysistime-to-cull#post-1837974 Sun, 20 Aug 2017 12:13:27 +0000 Staysfit 1837974@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I like the color for you, but I can see what you mean about the fit of the jacket. If you don't wear it, than I would give it away. It isn't bringing you joy. </p>