https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/jacket-lab-help-me-sort-these-out Style Advice for Fashion Lovers en-US Fri, 17 Apr 2026 03:13:48 +0000 http://bbpress.org/?v=1.0.2 q https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/search.php https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/jacket-lab-help-me-sort-these-out#post-1623477 Tue, 01 Mar 2016 23:07:51 +0000 Sal 1623477@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Interesting. &nbsp;I like the coral the best, and the white cropped one has potential. &nbsp;I ended up dying my cropped white jacket, I just did not wear it enough - but you look stunning in white.</p> <p>I think the silver is almost right but may be easy to find a new home for. &nbsp;</p> <p>I like the coral styled this way - cropped pants, a pencil skirt, white jeans... I have one very similar that I mostly wear now over a column of black and soon over a column of white!!</p> <p> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/jacket-lab-help-me-sort-these-out#post-1623472 Tue, 01 Mar 2016 23:00:39 +0000 Anonymous 1623472@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Thank you for your thoughts, Gigi.&nbsp; I consider them all.&nbsp; At least for now I am keeping the coral blazer and white and faded blue denim jackets to see if I use them this spring.&nbsp; I have a casual life but tend to want to dress in a more dressy way, so denim and twill help "casualize" an outfit that might appear too dressy. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/jacket-lab-help-me-sort-these-out#post-1623083 Tue, 01 Mar 2016 06:05:27 +0000 Gigi 1623083@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>It looks like everyone above has you sorted, but I will chime in anyway. </p> <p>I think that #1 is ill fitting and should be donated. </p> <p>I really like the cropped white jacket and think it's worth trying to style it as Aida suggested. Sometimes a person just needs a cropped jacket to create good proportions.&nbsp;</p> <p>I didn't care for the light-wash denim jacket. I think I am reacting to the lack of waist definition (it seems like it obscures the waist), and defining the waist is always something I try to do in my own outfits--so this may be a personal preference.</p> <p>The silver one looked OK, but I see what Angie says about the fit. I overall liked it, but it read a little eighties to me for some reason, and I'm not sure that that is your style (?).</p> <p>I like the coral blazer and would keep it. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/jacket-lab-help-me-sort-these-out#post-1623069 Tue, 01 Mar 2016 05:15:08 +0000 Anonymous 1623069@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Brooklyn, a vest is a good idea. I think I'll take it to the tailor at Nordstroms and see what this Wonder Woman says when I pick up another jacket from her on Saturday.<br /> Shevia, I will look for a larger, longer white casual jacket but may keep this for frocks if that works out best. Thank you for your comments.<br /> MsMaven, I hear you on those buttons and a 3 button jacket may be outdated, although there have been some in recent ads. I don't think I have anything else the color of the jacket, but could wear it with a white or blue denim skirt. It is thrifted, a Talbots brand, so maybe it is time to pass it on. Thank you and Shevia for addressing its problems. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/jacket-lab-help-me-sort-these-out#post-1623063 Tue, 01 Mar 2016 04:49:02 +0000 MsMaven 1623063@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I do like #1 but agree it is too big for you. I like that it is a bit different but not too far out there. I don't like either of the denim on you, but then I got very tired of denim jackets a few years ago when they were everywhere with everything.&nbsp;</p> <p>I love the silvery one, but I can see it could be a problem if it isn't really your style. And I love the color of the last one and wonder if it might look good with a dress or a skirt outfit.&nbsp;</p> <p>After a second look, I think the buttons are a real problem with the last one. I suspect it wouldn't be worth it to spend the time finding new buttons, unless the cost of the jacket would make it worth your time.&nbsp;</p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/jacket-lab-help-me-sort-these-out#post-1623039 Tue, 01 Mar 2016 03:46:51 +0000 Jaime 1623039@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>My favorite on you is the white one - definitely get it in the next size. The first looks too big, the silver goes to Una, the oversized denim I would hold and the pink I have mixed feelings - great color, meh on the shape. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/jacket-lab-help-me-sort-these-out#post-1623032 Tue, 01 Mar 2016 03:26:12 +0000 Brooklyn 1623032@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I agree with Angie and others have said. Just a thought about no 1. You could consider taking off the sleeves and turning it into a vest. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/jacket-lab-help-me-sort-these-out#post-1623029 Tue, 01 Mar 2016 03:12:40 +0000 Anonymous 1623029@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Una, it is a size 4.&nbsp; Shoulder seam to shoulder seam across the back is 15.5 inches.&nbsp; There are built in small shoulder pads that are messing up the lines with my shoulders ( IT tendencies).&nbsp; The jacket is 100% linen with cotton lining and poly lining in sleeves.&nbsp; Sleeves are 15 inches and back length is 19 inches.</p> <p>Aida, thank you for your insightful comments.&nbsp; I will try the white jacket with a longer layer underneath before giving up.&nbsp; This silhouette has the advantage of creating the illusion of a bigger bosom and smaller waist.</p> <p>Marina, thank you for your comments with your attention to detail and your suggestions.&nbsp; I will try them out as best&nbsp;I can.</p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/jacket-lab-help-me-sort-these-out#post-1623019 Tue, 01 Mar 2016 03:00:02 +0000 Anonymous 1623019@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Una, it is a size 4. Shoulder seam to shoulder seam across the back is 15.5 inches. There are a all built in shoulder pads that are messing up the lines on my shoulders. The jacket is 200% linen with a cotton lining and poly lining in the sleeves. Sleeves are 15 inches long. The back length is 19 inches.<br /> Aida, thank you for your insightful comments. I will try the white Jean jacket with a longer layer underneath before giving up. This silhouette has the added benefit of creating the allusion of a bigger bosom and smaller waist.<br /> Marina, your attention to detail and suggestions. I will think about how best to implement them. Thank you so much. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/jacket-lab-help-me-sort-these-out#post-1623010 Tue, 01 Mar 2016 02:33:55 +0000 Marina 1623010@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I believe #1, 6 and 7 are creating some odd body proportions because their lengths are cutting you in exactly half, which is not very flattering. &nbsp;#1 also looks too big all over, so I would just let it go. #6 has an interesting style, but it is probably impossible to be hemmed, so I think you should keep it if you don't mind the half proportion thing and let it go if you do.&nbsp;#7 is really beautiful and has a lot of style, so I would try to shorten it a bit before giving up :)</p> <p>I like #4 and #10 the way they are.<br />About #4, I had a jacket quite similar. I like it with this specific pants and tee a lot, but I think they would look better with more casual/sporty shoes (classic ballerinas, mocassins or flat sneaker maybe?). I would also try it with this tee, sporty shoes and straight or cropped blue jeans &nbsp; :)</p> <p>About #10, I want one for me! I think it will look really well with a white shirt and a classy jeans, with a nice pair of blouse and skirt or with a dress. Very versatile shape and really beautiful color.</p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/jacket-lab-help-me-sort-these-out#post-1622953 Tue, 01 Mar 2016 00:35:04 +0000 Aida 1622953@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>On board with everything Angie says. I really love that oversized faded denim jacket in #6. It's a very different vibe than the more traditional fits (I have a similar vest which I really enjoy wearing even though I'm not as into oversized these days).</p> <p>Re the length of the white jacket in #4, it's shorter than what one would typically wear with pants yes, but I personally love to wear those cropped jackets with pants + a tunic to really highlight the length differences. It's a more dramatic look than a "normal" pants length coat and top.</p> <p>Too bad the silvery jacket is a little big! SUCH a fun jacket. Una I can totally you in that. I may sneak next in line but it looks like it would work for you. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/jacket-lab-help-me-sort-these-out#post-1622853 Mon, 29 Feb 2016 20:19:15 +0000 catgirl 1622853@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Ooh, XS may be too small for my shoulders?&nbsp; Can you measure and I'm happy to pay postage if it will work.&nbsp; If not, someone here will snatch it up.&nbsp; I like the light blue jacket - it's such a good color with your hair. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/jacket-lab-help-me-sort-these-out#post-1622844 Mon, 29 Feb 2016 20:03:56 +0000 Anonymous 1622844@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>El Cee and Una, we must have cross posted. Una, the silver one is yours if you want it. I will take some measurements but I think it is a Vince Camuto xs. I have not washed the light blue denim jacket yet so it may shrink a bit. I am thinking of keeping for dog walking, if all else fails. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/jacket-lab-help-me-sort-these-out#post-1622841 Mon, 29 Feb 2016 19:59:04 +0000 Anonymous 1622841@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Thank you, Rachylou, Texstyle and Angie. This is so helpful! . #1, 4 and 7 are going to a new home for sure. I am no longer feeling fab in cropped little jackets, but will see if any summer dresses require them.<br /> Angie, I like the fit of #6 but always wonder if it is because I've spent most of my life wearing things too big. Correct fit is still a mystery. I will pass the white denim jacket on and look for a new one. Lighter weight would be good too. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/jacket-lab-help-me-sort-these-out#post-1622838 Mon, 29 Feb 2016 19:56:38 +0000 catgirl 1622838@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I'm with Angie... but I love that metallic jacket and will happily take it off your shoulders, er, hands!&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/jacket-lab-help-me-sort-these-out#post-1622834 Mon, 29 Feb 2016 19:51:53 +0000 El Cee 1622834@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I agree with Rachy that you may want to pass along the first one as it looks a bit big. If I were you, I might hold onto the second one as cropped denim jackets are great to pop on over dresses. The lightwash blue denim jacket in #6 looks a bit roomy -- but it wasn't too long ago that the oversized denim jacket was trending… perhaps a couple years ago.&nbsp;<a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.whowhatwear.com/oversized-denim-jackets-trend">http://www.whowhatwear.com/ove.....kets-trend</a>&nbsp; I do not know if that moment has passed. (I still hold onto my slightly oversized one because I just like it.) I personally love the silver metallic jacket (magpie that I am). Have you tried wearing it over a column of color so that it is the star of the show? Angie is probably right about the shoulder fit though. The coral jacket is such a fun color. I vote keep.</p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/jacket-lab-help-me-sort-these-out#post-1622832 Mon, 29 Feb 2016 19:40:50 +0000 Angie 1622832@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I vote pass on #1 and #7. Shoulder fits are off.&nbsp;</p> <p>#4 looks a size small. Yes, get a bigger one.&nbsp;</p> <p>#6 is very fashionable. I like it. But you have too as well.</p> <p>Coral jacket is lovely. Good for skirts and dresses.</p> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/jacket-lab-help-me-sort-these-out#post-1622815 Mon, 29 Feb 2016 18:33:17 +0000 texstyle 1622815@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I think I agree with rachylou - I prefer a dark denim jacket that is more fitted than over sized. The last two are nice but if you're not reaching for them, I don't know. I find that *many* of my jackets and blazers do not get worn because I end up having just a couple of favorites that I reach for all the time. This has taught me to be very cautious about adding new ones to my closet. My favorites are always extremely comfortable, go with a lot of my clothes and fit my day to day lifestyle (as opposed to more formal activities). </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/jacket-lab-help-me-sort-these-out#post-1622812 Mon, 29 Feb 2016 18:24:01 +0000 rachylou 1622812@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I vote pass on the first (I feel it's a jacket that should fit closer than it does). The light blue denim jacket does nothing for me, but I don't like denim jackets, so my opinion doesn't count on that. The last two seem like they could be useful on occasion, but maybe you have other jackets you prefer... </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/jacket-lab-help-me-sort-these-out#post-1622800 Mon, 29 Feb 2016 17:53:12 +0000 Anonymous 1622800@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Keep, donate, toss, restyle differently?<br /> Here are some jackets that I am unsure about. A few I love but can't figure out how to wear, some I wonder if they just are not right. I would love your thoughts.<br /> 1-3: a jacket that was a generous gift but I have trouble styling.<br /> 4-5: white denim Jean jacket. Too cropped for pants? Do I need a bigger one?<br /> 6: new still with tags. Is it too oversized? To young looking for me to wear casually?<br /> 7-9: another jacket I love but do not wear much. Ideas?<br /> 10-11: I like the color but should I donate it?<br /> I would appreciate knowing any impressions that you have. </p>