https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/kr-retro-cobalt-trench Style Advice for Fashion Lovers en-US Mon, 04 May 2026 17:59:04 +0000 http://bbpress.org/?v=1.0.2 q https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/search.php https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/kr-retro-cobalt-trench#post-838970 Mon, 04 Feb 2013 17:52:26 +0000 Sarah A 838970@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Alright, I will consider quorum to have spoken. The coat is back in the bag with the receipt in the car. Thank you all for bringing me to me senses! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/kr-retro-cobalt-trench#post-838967 Mon, 04 Feb 2013 17:48:06 +0000 Vildy 838967@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I think it either has to remain fuller (more "feminine") or passed over. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/kr-retro-cobalt-trench#post-838960 Mon, 04 Feb 2013 17:41:27 +0000 Anonymous 838960@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>It loes look better with buttons moved over, but I think it would be annoying to walk with the wrap over by your legs.</p> <p>I think you should pass. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/kr-retro-cobalt-trench#post-838958 Mon, 04 Feb 2013 17:36:01 +0000 unfrumped 838958@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I hear you on falling in love with color. It can be very tempting to keep an item if you love how the color looks.</p> <p>But..step away from the coat! I would not try to "make" it work. Use the experience to hone in on happy colors, single-breasted styles--those are good moves. You can find a lot better fit and style. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/kr-retro-cobalt-trench#post-838954 Mon, 04 Feb 2013 17:34:34 +0000 Sarah A 838954@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>If i moved the buttons over 5 inches... would be an easy sewing project... still a no go? </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/kr-retro-cobalt-trench#post-838939 Mon, 04 Feb 2013 17:21:10 +0000 Sarah A 838939@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Oh pooo! I was really loving the color so I was hoping it would work. But yes, there is a lot of volume and not much figure flattery going on. Maybe if I moved the buttons over? Will try some safety pins and get some pics... </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/kr-retro-cobalt-trench#post-838926 Mon, 04 Feb 2013 17:12:06 +0000 Jules 838926@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I think you can do better and agree it might be better to let it go than have it hanging around. I'm not generally a fan of beige trenches myself but there should be lots of cute options this spring. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/kr-retro-cobalt-trench#post-838917 Mon, 04 Feb 2013 17:03:04 +0000 krishnidoux 838917@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I agree with above comments. Pass. If you get it, even cheaply, it will create a mental wall where it will be more difficult to justify buying a more appropriate and flattering one. Keep your closet uncluttered! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/kr-retro-cobalt-trench#post-838914 Mon, 04 Feb 2013 16:59:39 +0000 Anonymous 838914@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>The blue color looks good on you but I also find it dated. However, if you need a coat to keep you dry until you find the perfect one, $8 may be worth it for now. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/kr-retro-cobalt-trench#post-838912 Mon, 04 Feb 2013 16:55:46 +0000 rae 838912@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Hm, I hate to be a downer, but I find the cut of the cobalt one a bit dated and not especially flattering, especially seeing the difference between the two trenches. I much prefer the tan one and don't think it ruined the outfit at all! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/kr-retro-cobalt-trench#post-838877 Mon, 04 Feb 2013 16:27:50 +0000 Sarah A 838877@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I kind of felt like my tan trench ruined my otherwise cute outfit the other day. (Pic 7). </p> <p>Long story short, happened upon this cobalt blue one today. Not sure of the age exactly. But I liked the color, the fact it is actually water resistant (tan one is cotton and not coated), and that it was a decent brand (london fog).</p> <p>It is single breasted and has covered placard though and contrasting teal lining, it is definitely dated -- the question: is it dated in a bad way?</p> <p>Pics 1-5 on the coat, 6 is with the zip in thinsulate lining, although I doubt I would use this regularly.</p> <p>Yay -- Rock the retro vibe and have a good time in it this spring<br /> Nay -- Get your $8 back</p> <p>Thanks for your help! </p>