https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/kr---my-upcoming-returns Style Advice for Fashion Lovers en-US Fri, 10 Apr 2026 20:27:18 +0000 http://bbpress.org/?v=1.0.2 q https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/search.php https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/kr---my-upcoming-returns/page/2#post-2235399 Sun, 31 Oct 2021 23:45:40 +0000 Katerina 2235399@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Thank you SF and Tanya. Yes, it feels like a good decision. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/kr---my-upcoming-returns/page/2#post-2235358 Sun, 31 Oct 2021 20:52:32 +0000 Tanya 2235358@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Well, if there was no "spark", than it sounds like you made the right decision.&nbsp; I am sure there will be other, even nicer skirts in the future when the moment is right for you. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/kr---my-upcoming-returns/page/2#post-2235355 Sun, 31 Oct 2021 20:45:35 +0000 Stagiaire Fash 2235355@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Applause from me. That little spark can be so hard to define, but absolutely has to be there. Well done in not simply taking the things that checked the boxes. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/kr---my-upcoming-returns/page/2#post-2235336 Sun, 31 Oct 2021 19:05:46 +0000 Katerina 2235336@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>So, I have returned both skirts. After much deliberations, I have decided none of them was the right one this time. I just wasn’t excited enough about them…</p> <p>I did like the fit, the quality, the design, the price - but I didn’t feel this excitement like I feel when an item is just perfect. When something is right, I cannot wait to wear it and I look forward to an occasion to style and wear the new thing. Not this time.<br /> I also know that I will be WFH a lot this fall and winter, much fewer days to really dress up … I don’t want to buy something just to have it waiting in my closet …. Ok, this is not entirely true. It depends on if it is the “right one” LOL<br /> There! I have answered my own question ….<br /> This might be obvious but I think it helps to put a finger on it in writing … </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/kr---my-upcoming-returns/page/2#post-2235333 Sun, 31 Oct 2021 18:55:08 +0000 Katerina 2235333@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Tanya, thanks for chiming in again and thanks for sharing your experience. I am convinced now that I should get a pair of black tailored or sock boots to improve my dress and skirt outfits. I am in no hurry, however. This fall and winter, it is still a lot of WFH and minimal RL meetings or travel. I will wait for the perfect pair to show up. A pair like yours would be quite perfect.</p> <p>SF -these are very good looking! Thanks for sharing. What a shame they do not have your size. I am not primarily looking for an equestrian style, because I would like to have a bit of a heel (5-6 cm).</p> <p>Ophelia, thank you. Good point about the colours. And yes to the boots! But what??? 14 days of winter :-)? </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/kr---my-upcoming-returns/page/2#post-2235141 Sat, 30 Oct 2021 17:43:20 +0000 ophelia 2235141@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Skirt person chiming in again; just some suggestions that may or may not be helpful-with print skirts, I usually prefer to match the top w/ the predominant color, so I'd first try both skirts w/ black. I don't like a ton of contrast on me though; others do prefer high contrast. </p> <p>Despite relocating to a hot climate years ago, I am still never w/out a pair of flat or low-heeled black boots, preferably tall or mid-calf. I wear them w/ all my skirts in the winter, which lasts approximately 14 days. : ( </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/kr---my-upcoming-returns/page/2#post-2235121 Sat, 30 Oct 2021 16:12:07 +0000 Stagiaire Fash 2235121@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Any chance you’ll be looking for flat, equestrian-style boots? That’s what I want, brown with black trim and probably shiny gold metal (or brass or non-shiny metal)</p> <p>ETA I’m crying (not really) that they don’t have my size. <a href="https://www.6pm.com/filters/women-shoes/CK_XAToCohVCAgYHwAEB4gIEAQgYBw.zso" rel="nofollow">https://www.6pm.com/filters/wo.....AQgYBw.zso</a> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/kr---my-upcoming-returns/page/2#post-2235095 Sat, 30 Oct 2021 14:57:19 +0000 Tanya 2235095@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Katerina,&nbsp; &nbsp;I think you have reached an excellent conclusion regarding the footwear for dresses and skirts in cold weather.&nbsp; &nbsp;I wear skirts/dresses quite a bit, and in fall/winter I'd say 70% of the time with tall, sleek boots and 30% with sock booties, or high shaft booties pretty tailored around the ankles.&nbsp; &nbsp;I have been doing some stompy boots this fall, too, but that is relatively new and not something I would be wearing to the office anyway.</p> <p>Since I think your style is dressier and tailored, somewhat similar to mine, it would make sense that we have similar footwear preferences.&nbsp; &nbsp;For me, getting my first pair of dress-appropriate boots 4 years ago opened so many new possibilities, without them, I think I would be wearing dresses/skirts pretty rarely in fall/winter. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/kr---my-upcoming-returns/page/2#post-2235086 Sat, 30 Oct 2021 14:19:03 +0000 Katerina 2235086@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Mary Beth, thank so much for the incredibly kind comments and the lovely compliments. You are awfully kind. And please, do not apologize for the long answer, I am very grateful for your time and thoughts. It is very, very helpful. </p> <p>You are right, not everything is going to be 100% match with what I already have - I must be realistic. But, will I ACTUALLY wear it? Or will I reach for something else that fits the bill - the situation I dress for (read “trousers” lol).<br /> I am a bit under the weather today and do not feel like trying a bunch of new outfits with the Escada skirt, which I was planning to do today.<br /> When I have thought about it thoroughly - it is the footwear with these skirts I am not happy about. I like the actual shoes which I have tried here, I think they work with the skirts in theory, but Not on me, IYKWIM. I would like to wear the skirts with sock booties or a pair of tailored higher shaft boots - none of which I currently have in my wardrobe. So, back to your thoughts - will I need to purchase additional items for these skirts to be versatile, or actually to be worn? Not something I was planning to do… On the other hand, a pair of black tailored boots or sock boots would be useful in my wardrobe and great with the dresses I already have. Better than the shoes I wear with them now…. Maybe this exercise helped me to identify a wardrobe hole. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/kr---my-upcoming-returns/page/2#post-2234797 Fri, 29 Oct 2021 15:54:03 +0000 Mary Beth (formerly LBD) 2234797@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I'm always so excited to see a Katerina post, and I just devour the images with my eyes - you're always so stylish, and put together!&nbsp; &nbsp;I love trying to puzzle out what makes your outfits so perfectly balanced.&nbsp; &nbsp;Your style strikes me as intellectual, slightly academia, Vogue editorial, elegant, luxurious, classic-with-a-twist, and a bit no-nonsense.&nbsp; &nbsp;Without having met you in-person, I feel you'd be approachable, comfortable to hang out with, that the conversation would be intelligent, warm, and lively.&nbsp; </p> <p>Honestly, I think these skirt outfits knock it out of the park, and feel 100% authentic Katerina.</p> <p>A couple of thoughts:</p> <p>If you want to branch out in a new style direction, as you're doing with these skirts, I think it helps to understand that <i>not everything is going to be 100% mix-and-match with what you already have.&nbsp; &nbsp;</i>At least, not at first.&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;I have found this especially true as I've been working autumn colors into my closet.&nbsp; &nbsp;You're going to have to build out a little, like Legos.&nbsp; &nbsp;I think maybe start with a small capsule to go with that Escada skirt.&nbsp; &nbsp;Look at what you've got, play around some more, and then think about whether there are small things you are willing to purchase that fit with the broader expanse of your closet.</p> <p>Second thought:&nbsp; you created two outfits with the Escada and five with the Gerry Weber already.&nbsp; &nbsp;That's a week worth of outfits.&nbsp; &nbsp;I think once you get in some practice styling a skirt again, it's going to be a no-brainer.</p> <p>Final thought - Using a personal example here...&nbsp; I recently thrifted a vintage skirt - a gorgeous, slightly swishy tropical print, in colors that fit right into my closet.&nbsp; &nbsp;I started playing with it, and was surprised it to find it was challenging because...&nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp; </p> <ul> <li>What is the climate and context of this skirt?&nbsp; &nbsp;I realized quickly that my new skirt is casual-to-lightly dressy, and best suited for late spring to early fall.&nbsp; &nbsp;</li> </ul> <ul> <li>The&nbsp; 'weight and balance' of whatever I paired it with.&nbsp; I did a quick style lab and found my higher-neck, warmer sweaters and flat boots looked too heavy against it.&nbsp;</li> </ul> <p>Bringing me to...</p> <ul> <li>When will I specifically wear it?&nbsp; &nbsp;It doesn't have to be a daily or even a weekly item, but it helps if I can think of definitely life-situations for the skirt.&nbsp; &nbsp;Do I already have something that similarly fits the bill, that I love more?&nbsp;</li> </ul> <ul> <li>Will I actually wear it?&nbsp; &nbsp;I used to wear tropical skirts all the time - when I lived in Florida and Okinawa.&nbsp; &nbsp;I haven't worn patterned skirts in years, and shorts are my warm-weather standby.&nbsp; &nbsp;But I'm not sure if that's because tropical prints are usually scarce on the ground.&nbsp; &nbsp;They're always HEWIs for me.</li> </ul> <ul> <li>&nbsp;Will I need to purchase additional pieces for this skirt, for it to be truly versatile?&nbsp; &nbsp;how much money will that cost?&nbsp; &nbsp;A basic tee or little accessories won't cost too much.&nbsp; &nbsp;Shoes or a bag... that's when things can get expensive.&nbsp; &nbsp;I don't want this $7 skirt to cost me another 50 bucks in order to be wearable.</li> </ul> <p>Sorry for the lengthy reply!&nbsp; &nbsp;I hope this helps, and... I think those skirts are amazing, but... I've found that there is always another gorgeous skirt waiting around the corner. </p> <p>&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/kr---my-upcoming-returns/page/2#post-2234764 Fri, 29 Oct 2021 13:31:49 +0000 Katerina 2234764@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I am still on the fence with both of them and still considering returning both. This week has been busy and I look forward to the weekend - I will try the Escada skirt with a couple of other tops and toppers - a burgundy sweater, a violet blouse and a yellow coat. I have to do the possible returns on Sunday. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/kr---my-upcoming-returns/page/2#post-2234761 Fri, 29 Oct 2021 13:26:26 +0000 Katerina 2234761@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Thank you ALL so very much for the honest feedback, thoughts and ideas. I apologize for not answering to each one of you separately, but please know that I have read and reread all your answers a few times and really considered your advice and suggestions. I appreciate very much that you take time and care. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/kr---my-upcoming-returns/page/2#post-2234602 Thu, 28 Oct 2021 17:49:47 +0000 CarolS 2234602@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Katerina, FWIW I was recently debating whether to keep a second tube skirt and ultimately decided to stick with the one I had already committed to and see how I actually wear it before adding a second. </p> <p>Not sure that will be helpful for you, nit in my case I decided I should be able to find another cube skirt later if I decide I need another. </p> <p>However, I can see where it would be hard choosing between these. I think it was Janet who made a compelling argument in favour of the Escada for the vibe of the print. </p> <p>In any case, good luck with your decision. They do both look great and very well suited to your style. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/kr---my-upcoming-returns/page/2#post-2234599 Thu, 28 Oct 2021 17:29:41 +0000 approprio 2234599@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Went away, thought about it … didn’t you just say you were struggling to feel stylish when W’ingFH? If so, could tube skirts be a solution?&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/kr---my-upcoming-returns/page/2#post-2234569 Thu, 28 Oct 2021 15:52:57 +0000 Jonesy 2234569@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I love both of these but it's a matter of deciding for yourself if you'd like to be slightly challenged by having these in your wardrobe, vs. your usual pants-forward style (this is the exact same debate I have in my own head, so I totally relate!). They look very natural and genuine for your style, and you've paired them with great options, so the rest is just a matter of deciding to what extent you'd like to branch out, IYKWIM? </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/kr---my-upcoming-returns/page/2#post-2234523 Thu, 28 Oct 2021 10:19:50 +0000 approprio 2234523@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Another fan of tube skirts here, like suntiger up above. For me, they are something to always have in the closet, great layering pieces that pack easily. Some seasons they turn out to be workhorses, other times they are on the bench. I think you should keep at least one, and see how it fits in. I really like the one with the diamond pattern.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/kr---my-upcoming-returns/page/2#post-2234522 Thu, 28 Oct 2021 10:03:30 +0000 The Cat 2234522@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>A simple tip for Star and others who struggle to style patterned skirts (or other patterned bottoms, or solid non-neutral bottoms, for that sake): Just make sure that one of the most eye-catching colours in the skirt (or other bottom) is repeated somewhere in your portrait area (e.g. in a top, topper, scarf, necklace, hat or eyewear), as this will instantly make the outfit more cohesive and balanced. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/kr---my-upcoming-returns/page/2#post-2234521 Thu, 28 Oct 2021 09:58:43 +0000 Vildy 2234521@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Well, you've<i> already </i>put the effort into styling them and you look smashing.&nbsp; Knitwear of all varieties is huge at this time.&nbsp; All the editorial opinion about it is to use it to replace highly structured workwear at this time. I realize the Escada would be more expensive but I would endorse keeping them both and not treating this skirt question as some kind of emergency.&nbsp;<br />Be more patient? Live with them awhile. Get used to wearing a skirt again?&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/kr---my-upcoming-returns/page/2#post-2234519 Thu, 28 Oct 2021 09:20:26 +0000 Anonymous 2234519@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I love them on you and your styling is great!<br /> I wear tube skirts a lot, cause they're so comfortable and versatile, and they fit better than pencil skirts on my shape. I have several knee length and 1 midi length- a bit longer than yours. The midi is great for just adding a bit more warmth than the others. Sandals and mules work for warm and transitional weather, easy peasy. Tall fitted boots for the knee length ones, sock boots for the midi is how I pair them in winter.<br /> Do you have sock boots or fitted mid shaft boots? </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/kr---my-upcoming-returns#post-2234518 Thu, 28 Oct 2021 07:28:38 +0000 Star (Lise) 2234518@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I love these looks on you.&nbsp; I also struggle to style some skirts with patterns.&nbsp; No idea why, so no help from me.&nbsp; I have resolved not to buy any more. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/kr---my-upcoming-returns#post-2234511 Thu, 28 Oct 2021 04:29:56 +0000 Jessikams 2234511@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>They really look great. You could also try with something like an interesting sweatshirt, for a casual vibe.</p> <p>Honestly I have weeded out most of my sheath/pencil silhouettes because I find the SHOE pairing really difficult. In summer, sandals, no problem. But with tights in winter…I am stumped. I like your shoes here though. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/kr---my-upcoming-returns#post-2234497 Thu, 28 Oct 2021 02:10:09 +0000 Bijou 2234497@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Katerina, you make this hard because they both look fabulous on you. However, if your intuition says return, then that is the right thing to do - there is nothing worse than having something hanging in the wardrobe that you don't wear and makes you feel guilty every time you look at it. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/kr---my-upcoming-returns#post-2234496 Thu, 28 Oct 2021 01:23:51 +0000 Jaime 2234496@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Lots of great advice here. I understand the urge to try something new - of course none of us really "need" much do we? I prefer the Escada skirt because it looks more luxe. (I have expensive taste that is why I like to shop second hand!) Play with it more this weekend and try to see if it feels more like a challenge or a burden. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/kr---my-upcoming-returns#post-2234487 Thu, 28 Oct 2021 00:17:18 +0000 DonnaF 2234487@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Both skirts look very nice on you, but no one has asked whether they constrict your stride and how you feel about that. I don’t think you have dogs to walk the way that Angie does. Also, sitting can be a bit different than sitting in pants. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/kr---my-upcoming-returns#post-2234484 Thu, 28 Oct 2021 00:06:57 +0000 Echo 2234484@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>That Escada is simply gorgeous on you. And perhaps I am missing something because I cannot see the detail, but because the pattern contains violet, would it coordinate with any of your purple items? It really does look amazing on you.</p> <p>As for shoes, the flat shoes you have modeled look fantastic; there is no reason you should feel as though you needed to buy footwear exclusively for this skirt.&nbsp;</p> <p>The only thing I would caution is that if you keep it, force yourself to WEAR it. You will not become more comfortable with the silhouette unless you wear it and get accustomed to it. The way it LOOKS is not the issue - it looks amazing - but the way you feel might be.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/kr---my-upcoming-returns#post-2234482 Wed, 27 Oct 2021 23:48:48 +0000 Sal 2234482@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I like both skirts and all the stylings.&nbsp; You could definitely wear these...</p> <p>I guess it comes down to why you feel you want to experiment with skirts - and if you want to push your style, or have more variety.&nbsp; I would get one if you want to push your style, but I wouldn't just to have a skirt.&nbsp; I had about five years with only one skirt in my closet but then felt the urge again and added about four in one year.</p> <p>I sometimes do buy pieces that are more challenging to wear, and still love and enjoy them.&nbsp; These skirts below were both impulse buys that I really do like - I think they would both be in the 15-20 wears group and were purchased March 2019.&nbsp; I really enjoy them as a change from my other pieces and whilst they don't have lots of ways (in my closet) to be remixed, I don't mind.&nbsp; I also see them being around for a while longer. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/kr---my-upcoming-returns#post-2234475 Wed, 27 Oct 2021 23:17:28 +0000 slim cat 2234475@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Lovely outfits! I have slight preference for boots as footwear with skirts ( or some fun sneakers - purely personal ) but all outfits are great on you! I particularly like the first outfit - perfect oversized in shape sweater in a fab color works great with pencil skirt. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/kr---my-upcoming-returns#post-2234473 Wed, 27 Oct 2021 22:50:21 +0000 Janet 2234473@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I completely understand about being more used to pants to the degree that skirts feel more “difficult.” But I crave variety in silhouette so I really treasure being able to switch things up with a skirt sometimes. It’s just a different vibe, and makes me feel a little more…something (polished? not sure what word I’m looking for) when I choose a skirt. They can be a little more dressed up, highlight great boots (especially tall ones), and give a little flash of leg that can be appealing. </p> <p>I actually think the GW, without the pattern, may be a bit more versatile, but the Escada is really nice too. I’d hang onto both and see if you decide to wear one soon, and how it feels when you style it. Sometimes when I’m stepping out of my comfort zone, it’s best to just choose one item rather than jump in with multiples.</p> <p>I don’t see anything dated about either of these. They’re classic and the length of both is really nice on you. I’d just style them mindfully to keep the overall look as current as you want to be. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/kr---my-upcoming-returns#post-2234469 Wed, 27 Oct 2021 22:34:28 +0000 Kate 2234469@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Pros: They both look lovely on you, and you have styled them beautifully. I quite like them both, though I prefer the Gerry Weber skirt. For some reason the pattern on the Escada skirt feels a bit dated to me. Take that with a grain of salt, please. I am no style oracle!</p> <p>Cons: You had to work hard to style them. That would kill it for me. As pretty as they are, when worn with dark tights as you styled them here, if you switched out each skirt for a pair of black trousers, it would look much the same.</p> <p>Maybe if you want a skirt, a new silhouette might be just the ticket.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/kr---my-upcoming-returns#post-2234465 Wed, 27 Oct 2021 22:21:08 +0000 Stagiaire Fash 2234465@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I’m still a grinch about getting them because you think you “should” have them, or because they fit someone else’s style. But if you are going to get one, then I agree that the better quality one is the one to get.</p> <p>How much time do you have to decide/what are the return deadlines? </p>