https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/leaping-into-march-long Style Advice for Fashion Lovers en-US Thu, 16 Apr 2026 14:23:33 +0000 http://bbpress.org/?v=1.0.2 q https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/search.php https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/leaping-into-march-long#post-2103191 Sun, 01 Mar 2020 15:30:52 +0000 CarolS 2103191@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>thanks, smittie. I would love to find that cardigan in a half dozen colours. (no luck so far, though!) I've found a few others that are knee length -- and still great -- but now my heart is set on LONG.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/leaping-into-march-long#post-2103187 Sun, 01 Mar 2020 15:24:33 +0000 smittie 2103187@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Oh I like this! I’m really into maximum length. I will always approve of something really long :-)<br /> I think it’s very elegant. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/leaping-into-march-long#post-2103132 Sun, 01 Mar 2020 04:29:05 +0000 CarolS 2103132@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>lol, Bee. I'm glad I am not alone on the returning things front! Thanks for the encouragement.</p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/leaping-into-march-long#post-2103131 Sun, 01 Mar 2020 04:18:14 +0000 Bee 2103131@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I love your look! The cardigan works so well with the culottes, and the glasses and scarf add that extra special touch. I also tend to ride the shopping waves (generally as a new season approaches), and then will spend months without buying a single item. I may or may not have ordered 10 or so pairs of shoes off Amazon last month and returned them all.... There's nothing wrong with returning less than stellar items in my opinion. If you want to space out the shopping cycles, maybe it can help to shop for immediate needs only - things you'll want to wear tomorrow, as opposed to next season. This community is so amazing for inspiration and mindfulness, and I look forward to seeing your style journey! :)&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/leaping-into-march-long#post-2103122 Sun, 01 Mar 2020 03:38:14 +0000 CarolS 2103122@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Thanks, Shevia. My friend is a truly serious shopper with an amazing wardrobe. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/leaping-into-march-long#post-2103116 Sun, 01 Mar 2020 03:30:06 +0000 Jaime 2103116@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Wide legs look great and I am impressed that you managed to run into a friend at the store. I enjoyed reading your thoughts. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/leaping-into-march-long#post-2103111 Sun, 01 Mar 2020 02:54:14 +0000 CarolS 2103111@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Thank you <b>Taylor</b>! <br /><b></b>Thanks, <b>Angie</b>, it is so tempting! Maybe tomorrow. I keep looking for an indoor weight topper in that yellow, but haven't found the right one yet.<b></b> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/leaping-into-march-long#post-2103103 Sun, 01 Mar 2020 01:54:53 +0000 Angie 2103103@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>A very trendy and fabulous outfit, first of all, <b>CarolS</b>!</p> <p>Great wardrobe additions that will work seamlessly into your style. The yellow Docs launch me into orbit. You must get the yellow topper to match :)</p> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/leaping-into-march-long#post-2103055 Sat, 29 Feb 2020 22:58:21 +0000 taylor 2103055@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Wow, &nbsp;you have gotten some great items, &nbsp;that seem to be working....you are on a roll .Carry on :)<br />YLF ! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/leaping-into-march-long#post-2103052 Sat, 29 Feb 2020 22:48:17 +0000 CarolS 2103052@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Thanks so much for the kind encouragement, ladies! Today was yet another shopping day. I feel like now that I have started I have to keep going. Will post some K/R pics later.&nbsp;</p> <p><b>Nemosmom</b> -- Because it is so hard to find things that fit and flatter, I do find it easy to wind up with orphans. I like a pant or skirt but can't find the right top to pull it together. I think that is why I end up with my boring "uniform".&nbsp;</p> <p><b>notsaf</b> -- thank you. Agreed I need to find my ideal "return formula" and stick to it! Goals. :-)</p> <p><b>kkards</b> -- will do.</p> <p>thank you,<b> Kate</b></p> <p><b>Tina</b> -- thank you for the generous compliment.I am excited by wide legs and found a couple of pairs&nbsp; today that might have a future.</p> <p><b>Cardiff girl</b> -- working hard to break the docs in and get to my first real wearing. Your enthusiasm for them fires up my own!</p> <p>It's wine o'clock in Winnipeg now. TIme to drink a toast to making the effort. Thanks to all for the kind words! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/leaping-into-march-long#post-2103024 Sat, 29 Feb 2020 20:39:57 +0000 notsaf 2103024@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I adore your style, and am a fellow lover of long toppers and scarves! Learning to be really picky about what I keep has been a huge part of what I've learned from the forum. It seems like you're already there, so long as you make a timely habit of doing your returns. (FWIW: If I have any in a given week, I usually prep them on Sunday and bring them to the store or the post office before or after work on Monday.)</p> <p> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/leaping-into-march-long#post-2103023 Sat, 29 Feb 2020 20:37:08 +0000 nemosmom 2103023@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Nothing wrong with shopping in bursts instead of spreading it out over the year - especially if you are looking for pieces that will go together (i.e., not ending up with closet orphans) </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/leaping-into-march-long#post-2102999 Sat, 29 Feb 2020 18:58:46 +0000 kkards 2102999@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Re cropped flares...I love them with a higher shaft boot, like Zara is showing them, also with a loafer, or sneaker. Try them with the doc martens. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/leaping-into-march-long#post-2102995 Sat, 29 Feb 2020 18:42:28 +0000 Kate 2102995@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I love those wide legs pants on you, CarolS. You look fab! The windowpane crops are really cute too. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/leaping-into-march-long#post-2102994 Sat, 29 Feb 2020 18:41:36 +0000 Tina 2102994@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Well, first of all, you are a very pretty lady! Second, your outfit looks fantastic!<br /> A fellow Canadian here, I understand the weather challenges and trying to stay warm (but not too warm once indoors!) in winter.<br /> You did a great job of writing out your month of shopping, the challenges and successes. I have been on this forum for many years (I rarely post pictures), but I have seen many women that make great strides in their wardrobe satisfaction. It helps a lot to post pictures for feedback. There are numerous contributors who do an amazing job of taking the time to help with very detailed analysis. Honestly, it amazes me how helpful the ladies on this forum are.<br /> If you can even find a couple of pant silhouettes that you like and that fit, you will have a good foundation. Even if they are black/some other dark neutral, it will give you a chance to try different tops and toppers plus change it up with accessories. Keep hunting and good luck! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/leaping-into-march-long#post-2102992 Sat, 29 Feb 2020 18:35:34 +0000 Cardiff girl 2102992@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>you might not feel fab but you look it in that outfit ,great use of layering and you are carrying off some trendy but tricky to wear proportions with aplomb.I do hope that the yellow Doc Martens make the grade.It makes me happy to know that somewhere in the world you are wearing these. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/leaping-into-march-long#post-2102972 Sat, 29 Feb 2020 17:27:47 +0000 CarolS 2102972@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>The find is Zara. Mine are not. They are a bit less edgy and a bit longer on me. I am trying to have fun -- not always easy when so much doesn't work. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/leaping-into-march-long#post-2102971 Sat, 29 Feb 2020 17:27:30 +0000 madeline 2102971@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Love the BR pants!<br /> If you don’t mind not having access to the front pockets you can stitch them closed. I often do that as I really dislike the pockets gapping open. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/leaping-into-march-long#post-2102968 Sat, 29 Feb 2020 17:24:55 +0000 Jane 2102968@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Yay CarolS, those windowpane crops are v similar to some I have (are yours Zara?). I love mine very much but I’m learning how to wear. </p> <p>It sounds like you enjoyed your shopping? You’ve some lovely pieces - enjoy! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/leaping-into-march-long#post-2102962 Sat, 29 Feb 2020 16:59:35 +0000 CarolS 2102962@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>February was a very rare shopping month for me. These days it feels like only about 1% of all fashion and footwear out there has even the remotest chance of working for me, so it makes the whole exercise pretty challenging.</p> <p>Anyway, this unprecedented surge started with the purchase of a camel topper. A friend has a camel coat that I covet, and this was as close as I have been able to find in something that works for me. It is a great way to break up my usual workday "uniform" of black turtleneck, black skinny ponte pants, black Blundstones and a black topper. Seriously. </p> <p>Then I saw these wide legged ponte knit pants in my local BR factory outlet store. I used to love wide legged trousers. Tried them on and decided that the size that worked best in my hips and thighs was too tight across the belly and didn't buy them. Ran into a friend who had also been looking at them and was reminded that a long top will cover the pulling at the pockets. She bought three pairs. I bought one. Black. But finally adding a different shape to my lineup, so yay. Ridiculously not practical for wearing with winter boots, but since I spend most of my time indoors, I will deal with looking a bit clunky on the short walk from car to office. It's Winnipeg and warmth and comfort matter.</p> <p>Turns out the camel topper works pretty well with the wide pants, so double yay. (Posted about some of these <a rel="nofollow" href="https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/experimenting-with-new-looks">here</a>)</p> <p>Inspired, I continued shopping, with mixed results: <ul> <li>stretchy windowpane pants (similar in finds). Cropped flare. Might be a bit too long. Unsure what footwear I can put with them. Haven't cut the tags off yet,</li> <li>Ecco oxfords. Loved them, and would have worn them with lots, BUT, even sitting in my living room for a while they started to bother my fussy feet. They've gone back. Sad face.</li> <li>Bright yellow Doc Martens. Inspired by the yellow Converse that Angie has just parted with, I tried a pair of bright yellow Docs I thought might work with my problem feet. Have traded down a size (the unisex fit big), and am wearing them now. Haven't yet fully committed to them, but getting close. I like the idea of having some kind of statement footwear.</li> <li>Short black dress. I almost forgot about this, and will have to try styling it. It's above the knee, very A-line but fitted in arms and at neck, so works for my less-than-traditional proportions. </li> <li>A black Nine West waterfall collar topper from Winners. I expect this will be a workhorse for me. Tags off and worn.</li> <li>A charcoal jersey knit boyfriend blazer from BR factory outlet. Loved it when I put it on but am waffling now. Its squareness camouflages the muffin top, but it might be the wrong proportion for both skinnies and my wide leg pants. Still debating.</li> <li>SCARVES. Six or seven I think. This seems to be a season for browns and earthier tones and I've decided it's time to stock up. It's a good way for me to add interest to an outfit when I can't find interesting tops. Just have to watch that I don't get too hot. The office finally starts heating up just about this time of year and then I melt and have to peel it off.</li> <li>I picked up a fabulous long sleeved t from H&amp;M's basics collection. Nice heavy fabric and only $15CAD. Might go back and pick up a couple more. </li> <li>I also bought a short sleeved top in a lovely dusty teal colour that works quite well on me, but, as usual, by the time it fits in the middle, the shoulder is sloppy. This sloppiness is always more obvious in lighter colours. So, despite my hopes for this one, it is probably going back.</li> <li>A long, lightweight beige cardigan topper. Wore it with a pair of black culottes (or would you call them wide crops?) Happy with it.</li> </ul> I am working on dropping a bit of weight and toning up a bit to improve my clothing experience, but in the meantime, I still want to break out of the all black uniform rut. We've got another couple of months of fairly cool weather ahead, so I would like to find another couple of long, lightweight cardigans. Keeping an eye out for mustard, pink (if the shade is right for me), brown, or green. </p> <p>For spring, I will mostly wear these over a column of black, because that's what I have and it does the best job of disguising my girth.</p> <p>Heading into March, I am keeping my eyes open for another pair of work shoes -- a big challenge for my crabby wide foot with narrow heel. I'd like a low bootie or lace up oxford that works with slightly shorter pants lengths. I'd love a moccasin style, but can't keep them on in the heel. Darn it. And please, Santa, send me a cute pair of wide fashion sneakers?</p> <p>I buy and buy, and much of it goes back. Worse yet, I buy, I get busy, and things don't get returned in time. I am hopeful that being here, being inspired by everyone else's thoughtful approach to style will help me get on a better style cycle (shopping more often throughout the year rather than cramming a year's worth of shopping into a single harried month!) and keep me motivated to find ways to stop thinking about what I can't wear and enjoy what I can. </p> <p>Whew. Writing this is actually helpful -- letting me see that I have had a couple of successes. Am going to try to focus on those and see if I can build on them. If you made it this far, thanks for your interest in my journey. I do love reading about all of yours. </p>