https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/kr---inspired-by-lyn Style Advice for Fashion Lovers en-US Thu, 16 Apr 2026 13:04:50 +0000 http://bbpress.org/?v=1.0.2 q https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/search.php https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/kr---inspired-by-lyn#post-863149 Thu, 28 Feb 2013 13:54:21 +0000 Jjsloane 863149@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I like them both, but prefer #2 for its winterizing possibilities. Of course I was lusting after that one when I saw the catalog. Check Yelp for tailor reviews. My local drycleaner is actually quite good for basic things like hemming and zipper repairs. I use a pricier tailor at the mall for real reworks (unless it's Nordstrom purchase and then I use them of course) </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/kr---inspired-by-lyn#post-863145 Thu, 28 Feb 2013 13:52:51 +0000 Suz 863145@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Oh my goodness. You were made for dresses. These are so PRETTY on you! I really like them both, but especially hope that you can find a way to keep #1. I do think it can be "winterized" -- or if not WINTERIZED (because that depends, to me, on fabrication and weight as well as how it looks) at least taken into fall and spring, which would extend the season sufficiently. </p> <p>What is the fit issue with that one, specifically. A little looseness can usually be adjusted. I think an improperly placed waistband is actually a more annoying problem and more difficult to fix. Some people don't seem to mind when the waist is not at one's actual waist, but I have always found that problem makes it uncomfortable to move easily and skews proportions. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/kr---inspired-by-lyn#post-863143 Thu, 28 Feb 2013 13:49:25 +0000 Beth Ann 863143@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>#1 is great! And really, you must take the train to Chicago, like a posh 1940's lady. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/kr---inspired-by-lyn#post-863103 Thu, 28 Feb 2013 13:02:43 +0000 Atlantia 863103@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Another vote for #1....the shape is beautiful, and I like the pattern better. I can't see in pictures that the top doesn't fit, but speak from experience that having an ill fitting dress top is tough. Hope you find a tailor you like soon! They are worth their weight in gold. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/kr---inspired-by-lyn#post-863088 Thu, 28 Feb 2013 12:08:27 +0000 Thistle 863088@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Sounds like #1 is the way to go! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/kr---inspired-by-lyn#post-863059 Thu, 28 Feb 2013 10:41:21 +0000 Hil 863059@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Thistle, I really like both and I think these are a great alternative to the wrap dresses which you totally rock!</p> <p>I love the way you styled #4! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/kr---inspired-by-lyn#post-863047 Thu, 28 Feb 2013 08:55:10 +0000 harmonica 863047@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>#1! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/kr---inspired-by-lyn#post-863039 Thu, 28 Feb 2013 08:36:39 +0000 Kiwichik 863039@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I like both dresses and I think the second dress looks particularly good with the belt. </p> <p>As a pear I find fit and flare dresses as Cocolion describes them are perfect for our shape and mkle the most of our trim top halves - you're lucky because you have nice slim legs so they look even better on you. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/kr---inspired-by-lyn#post-863023 Thu, 28 Feb 2013 07:32:20 +0000 rae 863023@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Definitely #1! Love! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/kr---inspired-by-lyn#post-863017 Thu, 28 Feb 2013 07:23:47 +0000 jayne 863017@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I think that although the first one is fine, the colors (in the photo) don't seem to pop. The second dress is high contrast and seems to really work for you and your coloring. Maybe the first is a little too close to your hair color?</p> <p>Anyway, I loved the second one and it certainly could be winterized with tights and high black boots. Got any of that? </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/kr---inspired-by-lyn#post-862932 Thu, 28 Feb 2013 04:20:30 +0000 Tina.b 862932@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I think both shapes are flattering, especially if you can take up #2 a bit. I prefer the print of #1, that is gorgeous. I'm excited about all your great new dresses! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/kr---inspired-by-lyn#post-862911 Thu, 28 Feb 2013 03:57:20 +0000 Transcona Shannon 862911@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I love the pattern and fit of #1. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/kr---inspired-by-lyn#post-862865 Thu, 28 Feb 2013 03:22:48 +0000 CocoLion 862865@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Keep! Both of them! I love the way these look on you. But if there's only room for one in your closet, I vote for #1. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/kr---inspired-by-lyn#post-862846 Thu, 28 Feb 2013 03:13:27 +0000 sarah 862846@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I like them both! You might be able to have a tailor take up the bodice in #1 if it's ill-fitting (I can't quite tell). The touches of color with the belts are divine with the black and white. These are great looks for you. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/kr---inspired-by-lyn#post-862746 Thu, 28 Feb 2013 02:08:24 +0000 Thistle 862746@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Unfortunately, DonnaF, the closest Nordies to me is 90 miles away through some awful traffic (read nasty Chicago traffic).</p> <p>2015 they will be in my state though! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/kr---inspired-by-lyn#post-862723 Thu, 28 Feb 2013 01:52:32 +0000 Day Vies 862723@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>#1 is my favorite. I love the fit and the cap sleeve. GORGEOUS. I love the second dress with the addition of the pink belt. The fit is also great but I think the slimmer skirt on #1 give it that extra something special. I can't tell that the top is loose on #1. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/kr---inspired-by-lyn#post-862720 Thu, 28 Feb 2013 01:48:13 +0000 qfbrenda 862720@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I really like both, though #2 would look better to my eye if it were shortened a bit. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/kr---inspired-by-lyn#post-862709 Thu, 28 Feb 2013 01:41:48 +0000 merwoman 862709@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Love #1 on you Thistle! Shoes are amazing!!! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/kr---inspired-by-lyn#post-862682 Thu, 28 Feb 2013 01:27:06 +0000 DonnaF 862682@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>With a Nordies card, you start with up to $100 in free alterations. Maybe you can start with asking Nordies since #1 is a Nordies dress? </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/kr---inspired-by-lyn#post-862681 Thu, 28 Feb 2013 01:25:38 +0000 Anonymous 862681@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Thistle, I really like both dresses on you. As far as winterizing, the first may be harder because of the light background of the pattern and lower neckline, but the second will need just the right cropped jacket to work with the extra fullness of the skirt. Do you have a black knit long sleeved tee to try layering under the dresses? You might also try a short sweater over the dress so that the bottom looks like a skirt. Play with tights and boots or booties or oxfords or loafers to see how it works out. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/kr---inspired-by-lyn#post-862653 Thu, 28 Feb 2013 01:04:13 +0000 lyn* 862653@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>UGH. I HAVE NO NORDIES. I will have to live through you. Love that dress. It is such a versatile neutral. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/kr---inspired-by-lyn#post-862651 Thu, 28 Feb 2013 01:02:48 +0000 Thistle 862651@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I got the Donna Rico at Nordstrom's. my new favorite store. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/kr---inspired-by-lyn#post-862650 Thu, 28 Feb 2013 01:02:30 +0000 K. Period. 862650@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I really like 1. As in really really really. REALLY. It is a great color combo and pattern to wear throughout the winter (think of it with plum, cobalt and red sweaters, plus black tights and boots or booties) and in the spring (silver, pink, blue, green, butter yellow, any other color you can think of....). I wish I could see the fit issue that you see a little more clearly. However, in some ways that is good, right? If I can't see it, it may not be nearly as obvious to everyone else as to you. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/kr---inspired-by-lyn#post-862648 Thu, 28 Feb 2013 01:00:50 +0000 lyn* 862648@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I love #1 - it's so fun and I think I'd like this dress (where does one buy Donna Rico?) I think a wider coloured belt would look nice; I can see a 1" or 1.5" red belt as a go-to! </p> <p>I'm not sure about #2 - I think it's a bit heavier in terms of its colouring, and it looks like it is a bit too poof - does that make sense? I like the idea of #2 though - maybe a holier lace? </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/kr---inspired-by-lyn#post-862646 Thu, 28 Feb 2013 00:59:34 +0000 Kalli 862646@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Pick 1! Pick 1! Dare I say it makes you much more slenderized than 2? It's fab! Although I agree if you need it more fitted, a tailor works wonders or pick up sewing like I did :)! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/kr---inspired-by-lyn#post-862634 Thu, 28 Feb 2013 00:49:33 +0000 JulieJohn 862634@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I like the coloring in #1 but wondering about the shoulder line, as you say it is loose on top. #4 is also a favorite, the bolero balances and bookends your shoes nicely. Cute shoes by the way. You look dreamy in dresses, Thistle! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/kr---inspired-by-lyn#post-862630 Thu, 28 Feb 2013 00:47:05 +0000 Thistle 862630@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I am really clueless on alterations, honestly. I need to find a tailor, but it has not been easy. and, it is hard to trust the unknown with a lovely and expensive new garment. I am now looking for someone who does wedding dresses who might be willing to do some for regular dresses. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/kr---inspired-by-lyn#post-862627 Thu, 28 Feb 2013 00:45:03 +0000 bj1111 862627@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>i love the lightness of #1, very springy. winterize with black tights, boots and a cardi. that said, the black one would be easier to winterize, but is not as fab to my eye.</p> <p>would the top be easy to alter on #1? </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/kr---inspired-by-lyn#post-862623 Thu, 28 Feb 2013 00:44:18 +0000 Nicole D 862623@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I really like #1, Especially with those shoes. #2 is a bit too long, I think. Didn't see photo #4... </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/kr---inspired-by-lyn#post-862619 Thu, 28 Feb 2013 00:41:31 +0000 Thistle 862619@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I love the un dresses I see lyn* sport with such ease, and I thought the look might be flattering.</p> <p>It was at least fun to get to buy a dress based on chest measurements rather than hips as a pear!</p> <p>Pic#1 - Donna Rico dress. The top is loose for sure, and the waist does not quitehit at the waist.</p> <p>Pic#2-3 - Talbots. Everything fits fine, the waist is a touch off. I also tried it with the pink belt from dress #1 as all DH could say was how much he liked the belt. (It is an inexpensive fabric belt)</p> <p>Pic#4 - a potential bolero to go with the flared skirt.</p> <p>In addition to your normal awesome feedbac, I am also trying to be cognizant of my dominant season. Can I "winterize" these, or should I pass on them just for that.</p> <p>Honest opions, please. Everything can go back, and i can totally try again. </p>