https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/june-challenge---week-1-2 Style Advice for Fashion Lovers en-US Wed, 15 Apr 2026 02:08:48 +0000 http://bbpress.org/?v=1.0.2 q https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/search.php https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/june-challenge---week-1-2#post-2267121 Mon, 13 Jun 2022 13:11:01 +0000 Anonymous 2267121@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I like #1 and #3 most too! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/june-challenge---week-1-2#post-2267095 Mon, 13 Jun 2022 10:08:12 +0000 Star (Lise) 2267095@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>After some more thought on that particular patterned top, maybe because it is not overtly gritty or glam, it does not <i>feel</i> like you.&nbsp; Sure <i>looks</i> good on. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/june-challenge---week-1-2#post-2267080 Mon, 13 Jun 2022 05:11:04 +0000 Bijou 2267080@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>My favourites are #3 and #5, the skirt in #5 is a wonderful piece and fits you beautifully. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/june-challenge---week-1-2#post-2267055 Sun, 12 Jun 2022 21:42:47 +0000 Lana 2267055@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Thanks <b>Anchie</b> - and thank you for the challenge!</p> <p><b>Kellygirl</b>, those are my favorites too, they feel like me. &nbsp;I just ordered a cardigan clip from a seller on Etsy that I’m hoping I can use to add some waist definition at times. &nbsp;</p> <p><b>Cat2</b>, I hear you on that, and I haven’t gotten rid of it yet, but it’s been so interesting to see how I felt in each pattern.&nbsp;<div><br /></div><div><br /></div> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/june-challenge---week-1-2#post-2267020 Sun, 12 Jun 2022 16:33:28 +0000 cat2 2267020@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Interesting, I like having a wider range of prints, so that my wardrobe isn’t static. I would keep the black and white and wear it for events where having something a bit Western is in order. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/june-challenge---week-1-2#post-2267015 Sun, 12 Jun 2022 15:49:59 +0000 kellygirl 2267015@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>These colors are all so pretty on you. My faves are 4 and 6--I totally get what you're saying about a hint of waist definition but all of these look great. Can you semi tuck the more blousy ones? That would be easier than tailoring.I use that trick for my fuller blouses and seems to work as long as the pants rise is high enough.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/june-challenge---week-1-2#post-2267014 Sun, 12 Jun 2022 15:01:24 +0000 CarolS 2267014@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>You look great in all these outfits, Lana, but 3/4 is particularly outstanding to my eye. (I really love that grey cardigan -- such a perfect colour for you!)</p> <p>I've enjoyed reading the analysis of why some patterns feel more 'you' than others -- it's so amazing to have the experience and perspectives of this group to help us better understand ourselves. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/june-challenge---week-1-2#post-2267004 Sun, 12 Jun 2022 07:42:10 +0000 Anonymous 2267004@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>My favorites are#1 and #3. I agree that grey is a great color on you. I like it with your white hair and accessories. It makes the white glow. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/june-challenge---week-1-2#post-2267000 Sun, 12 Jun 2022 07:23:35 +0000 anchie 2267000@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Love your style. You have some really nice tops. And I can’t get over it how great you look in gray. Now I think I need more gray in my wardrobe too. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/june-challenge---week-1-2#post-2266754 Thu, 09 Jun 2022 20:02:22 +0000 Lana 2266754@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Janet, it’s funny isn’t it? Everyone says I look great in red or magenta but they’re difficult colors for me - seem too aggressive sometimes so I have to be in the mood. </p> <p>Rachylou you nailed it — is it the true me? If not it’s got to go. </p> <p>Sarah thank you, your comments give me more confidence. </p> <p>Robin, I need to browse your Finds! Those type of prints are hard to find. I see lots of ditsy prints out there right now. </p> <p>Thank you Star! The black and white is not horrible for sure, it just doesn’t feel right. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/june-challenge---week-1-2#post-2266744 Thu, 09 Jun 2022 19:14:24 +0000 Janet 2266744@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I think these all work really well on you! I especially like the grey and white prints -- so harmonius with your hair. You wear prints well, but I understand that things need to *feel* right too (I wear some bright colors well, but usually don't like wearing them head to toe). </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/june-challenge---week-1-2#post-2266741 Thu, 09 Jun 2022 19:11:05 +0000 rachylou 2266741@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>3 and 6 are my favourites. It’s funny. It’s not that other things don’t look good - but the solids and watercolours feel true. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/june-challenge---week-1-2#post-2266695 Thu, 09 Jun 2022 13:29:20 +0000 SarahD8 2266695@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Wow! You look great here and I concur with others (and you) — the organic, watercolor type prints suit you especially well. Impressive that you’ve converted this challenge into more general insights about your style so quickly!</p> <p>Also, I think elsewhere you mentioned being self conscious about your arms, but I think your arms look great and in fact I prefer the sleeveless tops on you — maybe because the cut is so sleek and unfussy? </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/june-challenge---week-1-2#post-2266686 Thu, 09 Jun 2022 12:33:59 +0000 RobinF 2266686@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I think we have the same aesthetic regarding prints and busy-ness. I like prints but lately have realized that I much prefer (on me) the larger, moodier prints. They are hard to find! I also agree that the ruched skirt is a lot with the print top, looks great with the tee. Love the tank with long cardi - I would copy this in a flash :)</p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/june-challenge---week-1-2#post-2266676 Thu, 09 Jun 2022 11:17:38 +0000 Star (Lise) 2266676@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>All fab!&nbsp; My favorites are 6 and 7.&nbsp; I actually like the black/white contrast on you.&nbsp; The more misty patterns suit you too.&nbsp; Angie is right, you wear both well.&nbsp; I agree the solid top looks way better with the ruched skirt. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/june-challenge---week-1-2#post-2266674 Thu, 09 Jun 2022 11:04:11 +0000 Lana 2266674@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p><b>Zaeobi</b> yes that’s got to be it. &nbsp;Why this is so hard for me I cannot figure out, but they are too precise and organized, arranged, not organic. which is strange because my personality craves organization in other ways — lists, planning, charts, etc. &nbsp;</p> <p>I don’t want to keep making the same mistake with patterns so this has been very valuable. The first blouse is ok, but I think it will eventually be replaced too. Black and white one will be donated.&nbsp;</p> <p>I’m adding Organic to my style words.&nbsp;</p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/june-challenge---week-1-2#post-2266671 Thu, 09 Jun 2022 10:51:23 +0000 Zaeobi 2266671@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>The one thing I noticed about the first &amp; last patterns (other than the small size) is that they're very symmetrically arranged. E.g. #1's ditsy florals are arranged in diagonal rows &amp; #7's white lines run horizontally across. </p> <p>Could it be that you also prefer the patterns in #3 &amp; #5 because their less geometric placement gives a more 'fluid' (organic) feel? The 'peasant' blouse style (tassel tie) neckline on both tops suits you though </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/june-challenge---week-1-2#post-2266667 Thu, 09 Jun 2022 10:37:11 +0000 Lana 2266667@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Thanks <b>Angie</b>, I think I’m donating the black and white one — too busy too precise too high contrast. The top in #1 has a very boxy shape whereas #5 has curved side seams which I think I need.&nbsp;<div><br /></div><div><b>LJP</b> thanks for your help, what shoes would look good with the great outfit do you think?</p> <p><b>Jaime</b>, thank you, you’re right, I really need that light element. ,</div> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/june-challenge---week-1-2#post-2266638 Thu, 09 Jun 2022 01:01:10 +0000 Jaime 2266638@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Very nice outfits! You really look great in prints and have selected some winners. I also love how white and silver really make your hair and face pop! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/june-challenge---week-1-2#post-2266632 Thu, 09 Jun 2022 00:46:13 +0000 LJP 2266632@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>You’re very pretty Lana and have a lovely wardrobe . I agree with Angie that you look great in grey . I’d change the footwear in then grey t / skirt combo but that’s just my eye reacting to the photo . Everything looks great ! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/june-challenge---week-1-2#post-2266630 Thu, 09 Jun 2022 00:35:56 +0000 Angie 2266630@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>It's great to know what you like, and like less. Great analysis, <b>Lana</b>!&nbsp;</p> <p>#3, 4, 5 and 6 are my KILLER faves! I slightly prefer you in grey and white patterns, to black and white patterns. But you wear both well. The lilac is awfully pretty too!</p> <p>Is the top in #1 less shaped than the top in #5?&nbsp;</p> <p>#6 looks very Dutch and Scandi to me. LOVE you in grey :)</p> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/june-challenge---week-1-2#post-2266618 Wed, 08 Jun 2022 23:11:34 +0000 Lana 2266618@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>That’s my favorite too <b>Brooklyn</b>! &nbsp;I feel good in that one, feels like me. That could be it, that I need more background space. &nbsp;They do feel busy to me, to the point it’s uncomfortable. Now that I look at #5 it has definition but it’s larger scale with open space.&nbsp;</p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/june-challenge---week-1-2#post-2266614 Wed, 08 Jun 2022 23:02:06 +0000 Brooklyn 2266614@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Great outfits. No 4 is my fave.</p> <p>I wonder if it’s the small scale of the pattern in the first and last outfit that makes it feel too much (rather than the definition/lack of softness). Small scale pattern can feel “busy”. Of course, it’s all personal, just something to think about. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/june-challenge---week-1-2#post-2266612 Wed, 08 Jun 2022 22:50:57 +0000 Lana 2266612@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p><b>Cat2</b>&nbsp;thanks, my waist is so short it looks strange when I do a full tuck. I also like the diagonal of a side tuck. &nbsp;<div><br /></div><div><b>Nikki</b>, thank you, I think you hit it on the head, the more subtle patterns are more “me”. I will probably be donating the black and white one.&nbsp;</div> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/june-challenge---week-1-2#post-2266611 Wed, 08 Jun 2022 22:35:07 +0000 cat2 2266611@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Fun challenge. Why not full tuck for waist definition? </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/june-challenge---week-1-2#post-2266610 Wed, 08 Jun 2022 21:56:59 +0000 Anonymous 2266610@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Great analysis of your style! I think you look awesome in patterned tops. The subtle, floral prints match your artistic personality. Brava </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/june-challenge---week-1-2#post-2266606 Wed, 08 Jun 2022 20:53:25 +0000 Lana 2266606@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Week One - Patterned Tops:</p> <p>(Thanks <b>Anchie</b> for the Challenge; I may add more as the week goes on but this is what I’ve worn so far)</p> <p>I tend to prefer solid clothes and add contrast and pattern in small amounts with shoes, accessories and bags, but I want to try some of my patterned tops to see how I could be comfortable wearing them. I often feel like it’s too much and want to put something solid over them which doesn’t work well in hot weather &nbsp;</p> <p>1&amp;2 - blue and white floral cotton top with interesting sleeves. &nbsp;This is not the best shape for me, but it’s cropped enough that it works. &nbsp;I may see if I can get the side seams curved a little to show some waist definition. I like it best with the white jeans, but for practical reasons wore it with blue jeans at home.</p> <p>3&amp;4 - WHBM reversible silky shell with jeans and light gray duster, platform Sorel sandals. I feel really comfortable i this and like the watercolor feel of the top.&nbsp;</p> <p>5&amp;6 - another silky shell in pale lavender with ruched gray mermaid tail hem skirt. I think there is too much going on here for me and would prefer the top with plain bottoms. &nbsp;In the end I switched to a plain solid smartwool hiking tee and light bag and shoes.&nbsp;</p> <p>7&amp;8 - sheer black, white and gray blouse with silver waxed jeans, snakeskin sandals and magenta bag, bracelet and lips. &nbsp;I think I could use almost any color bag with this outfit. Silver orchid earrings and necklace.</p> <p>Conclusion: &nbsp;I need to stick with tops that skim my waist and show some curve, I prefer misty watercolor patterns or more subtle florals, only one pattered or textured item per outfit with everything else fairly simple is my comfort zone. I much prefer the soft patterns in the two shells than the more precise ones in 1&amp;2 &amp; 7&amp;8.</p> </p>