https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/lupus-style Style Advice for Fashion Lovers en-US Tue, 21 Apr 2026 04:27:51 +0000 http://bbpress.org/?v=1.0.2 q https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/search.php https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/lupus-style#post-1919873 Wed, 16 May 2018 14:59:26 +0000 Angie 1919873@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>A warm welcome from me too. Lovely that you posted. </p> <p>I second RunCarla’s idea of cropped pants with long assyymetrical tunics and dresses. Very trendy and elegant. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/lupus-style#post-1919869 Wed, 16 May 2018 14:49:51 +0000 Beth 1919869@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Also -- I just ordered a cardigan from Uniqlo that has built-in UV protection. They come in lots of colors and seem lightweight. Here's hoping it works out! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/lupus-style#post-1919868 Wed, 16 May 2018 14:43:54 +0000 Beth 1919868@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Hi Em,</p> <p>I have lupus, too. Florescent lights are particularly bothersome for me so I have to stay covered even while indoors. I agree that it's a big challenge to stay covered while also keeping cool and looking summery. I wear a lot of maxi skirts and dresses in the summer, usually paired with a jean jacket and a big floppy hat. I think that a jumpsuit would create a similar look while also being bike-friendly.&nbsp;</p> <p>For the great dress featured today, maybe try pairing with some faux leather leggings? That won't cling and will give a a really cool-girl vibe.</p> <p>Also, be careful with linen, unless it's a blend. The weave on most natural fabrics is looser than on synthetics, so more UV light gets through and you're less protected.</p> <p>Good luck! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/lupus-style#post-1919850 Wed, 16 May 2018 14:06:37 +0000 Beth Ann 1919850@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I love the idea of skirted leggings for you on the bike!&nbsp; Angie's duster look would work well, too.&nbsp; I have a denim shirtdress I wear open over a column of white or black.</p> <p>Thanks for posting!&nbsp; Forum-power is real. This group can really help you troubleshoot. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/lupus-style#post-1919790 Wed, 16 May 2018 11:28:08 +0000 April 1919790@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Congrats on jumping in, Em!&nbsp;</p> <p>How humid is it where you are?&nbsp; I find this makes a big difference in summer.&nbsp; Our sticky summers make most synthetics feel unbearable.&nbsp;&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/lupus-style#post-1919779 Wed, 16 May 2018 10:13:39 +0000 Jessikams 1919779@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I’m wearing lots of wide-legged pants and joggers these days— full leg coverage in lightweight fabrics. Maybe look into maxi dresses too- they seem to come in lots of styles and fabrics this summer. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/lupus-style#post-1919777 Wed, 16 May 2018 10:06:12 +0000 ChrisM 1919777@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Hi, Em - </p> <p>I prefer to stay very covered and summer is a huge pain. I really like woven cotton tunics called kurtas to get me through the worst of Indiana heat and humidity. I wear them over leggings or lightweight slim pants (white is nice!) and give a boho vibe - maybe not the right style moniker for you, but it’s just an idea. Check out Marketplace: Handwork of India for kurtas and other summery woven cotton clothes.</p> <p>Also, look at Duluth Trading if you’re in the US - they have some covered styles in fabrics made for working outdoors in the summer.</p> <p>I am not one who can ignore linen’s wrinkles - I’ve tried more than once and end up feeling sloppy by the end of the day. Kudos to everyone who can!!! (And I’m more than a little jealous since there are so many lovely linen options!) </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/lupus-style#post-1919753 Wed, 16 May 2018 06:23:42 +0000 Liesbeth 1919753@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>No outfit tips to add, but a fabric tip. Recently many brands have started using modal and tencel made from bamboo fibers. I love those (knit) fabrics and imo they keep you cooler than cotton jersey, kind of like silk but less fussy. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/lupus-style#post-1919737 Wed, 16 May 2018 05:12:07 +0000 Like the Season 1919737@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>A couple of thoughts. Some styles of Muk Luks over-the-knee socks look less fall-ish. Not sure how much sun protection they provide.&nbsp;</p> <p><a rel="nofollow" href="https://www.jcpenney.com/p/muk-luks-womens-3-pk-microfiber-over-the-knee-socks/pp5005940868?pTmplType=regular&amp;country=US&amp;currency=USD&amp;selectedSKUId=12251350018&amp;selectedLotId=1225135&amp;fromBag=true&amp;quantity=1&amp;utm_medium=cse&amp;utm_source=google&amp;utm_campaign=over%20the%20knee%20socks&amp;utm_content=12251350018&amp;cid=cse%7Cgoogle%7C001%20-%20womens%20specialty%7Cover%20the%20knee%20socks_12251350018&amp;gclid=CjwKCAjwiurXBRAnEiwAk2GFZnRru4o-cKTnr6orX8_VBlK8eVSXFKqnafkZ9iGwLIQ-yD6o4Yin9hoCO4kQAvD_BwE&amp;kwid=productads-adid^225616513383-device^c-plaid^372052331012-sku^12251350018-adType^PLA">https://www.jcpenney.com/p/muk.....8?pTmplTyp</a></p> <p>Also, skirted leggings could be styled in an edgy way, and they'd be great for biking.</p> <p><a rel="nofollow" href="https://www.artfulhome.com/product/Knit-Leggings/Ponte-Skirted-Leggings/109907">https://www.artfulhome.com/pro.....ngs/109907</a></p> <p>I have autoimmune issues, too -- alopecia and Hashimoto's. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/lupus-style#post-1919734 Wed, 16 May 2018 04:58:05 +0000 Anonymous 1919734@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Welcome, Em. I hope that you find some ideas here. I live in high altitude sun-light and need to cover up. Linen is my fabric of choice. Have you tried linen pants? Linen ( unlined if possible) jackets are great. I found an Eileen Fisher one in a classic jean jacket style in white linen recently and am sure that it will get lots of wear. You may prefer black linen. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/lupus-style#post-1919724 Wed, 16 May 2018 03:42:12 +0000 3style 1919724@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Some of the linen blends like linen/cotton or linen/rayon are a denser more opaque and sun protective fabric while also not wrinkling if you air dry them. </p> <p>I also recommend woven UPF synthetic camp shirts or those made from dense weave cotton. I usually have worn those over high neck tank tops that look decent when you get inside and take the outer layer off. </p> <p>I like jjill (tops, dresses, cardigans, and pants) for higher coverage and more breathable layers than most other brands at a similar price point. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/lupus-style#post-1919720 Wed, 16 May 2018 03:26:13 +0000 Greyscale 1919720@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Maxi dress with docs sounds great - go for a 90s grunge vibe. But yeah, hard to bike!</p> <p>I have a new, mild sun allergy - I get a rash from sun exposure - and I’m sensitive to sunscreens so I’ve put some thought into how to channel my edgy side while covered up this summer. I have a black linen shirt that works well as an outer layer in warm weather, and I wear bandanas around my neck to block sun there. I also try to buy higher neck tops and light jackets with high collars. </p> <p>Modest fashion is a good idea. Uniqlo has a collab with a Muslim designer - lots of long flowing layers, tunics over wide leg pants. It’s mostly rayon, and I prefer cotton or linen, but Uniqlo is good at synthetics that keep you cool. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/lupus-style#post-1919672 Wed, 16 May 2018 00:07:44 +0000 rachylou 1919672@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I’d probably try that dress with leggings (isn’t that a cool dress?). A silkier pair. Some leggings are more clingy than others. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/lupus-style#post-1919645 Tue, 15 May 2018 22:39:26 +0000 Anonymous 1919645@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I was gonna mention joggers, esp in thin fabrics. I wear them a lot. Target has some cute utility ones in a drapey fabric. I got linen blend ones on sale at jcrew, too. Thin bomber jackets are helpful for sun blocking &amp; scarves.<br /> Yeah, that’s why I said walking (I was afraid the maxi dresses could get hung in the bike), although some less voluminous ones might be ok potentially &amp; not get hung.<br /> Jumpsuits are def good &amp; abundant these days. With the high uv index down South, I mostly avoid prolonged periods outdoors, so in my case, that helps. I know you can’t do that when you’re biking/walking a lot. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/lupus-style#post-1919639 Tue, 15 May 2018 22:30:26 +0000 Em 1919639@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>The problem with maxi dresses, besides being swallowed by them, is that I would have to completely change my outfit to bike, I think. Maybe it’s time to jump on the jumpsuit bandwagon! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/lupus-style#post-1919637 Tue, 15 May 2018 22:08:36 +0000 Em 1919637@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>O, that is such a great idea, Torontogirl! If I find an awesome modest style blog I’ll post back here with a link.<br /> I just found a pair of high-waisted joggers that I love love love, so I’m totally open to the whole athleisure trend. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/lupus-style#post-1919607 Tue, 15 May 2018 20:32:56 +0000 Helena 1919607@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Hi there and welcome! I have no brilliant ideas but wonder if you might find inspiration looking up 'modest fashion' or similar on Google or Pinterest. I know it's not what you are thinking philosophically, but from a practical standpoint, you might have similar aims to some of the bloggers who post about 'modest' style. <br />Not sure what your lifestyle is, but another thought is some of the more polished versions of athletic gear (e.g. some of lululemon or similar stores options) - as they will be more breathable, etc. even if more covered.</p> <p>Just a thought - good luck.</p> <p> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/lupus-style#post-1919602 Tue, 15 May 2018 20:25:33 +0000 Anonymous 1919602@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I think a maxi dress with docs is fab!<br /> Belts and fitted jackets definitely could help, fairly short here too ... 5’4” ... you could try petites or hemming.<br /> Also, if they are less fluid you might not feel like they’re too much. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/lupus-style#post-1919588 Tue, 15 May 2018 19:51:13 +0000 Em 1919588@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>These are great ideas! Thank you! I shy away from linen for 2 reasons: seems fussy to deal with wrinkle-wise, and I have short legs so loose pants make me look stumpy. But maybe I could play with the proportions in some way or find a tapered leg pant and just deal with the wrinkles. I’d have to buy an iron.<br /> I will definitely look into the upf clothing. I’ve bought from Coolibar before but find their styles to be a bit dowdy and the cut boxy. Glad to hear there are more options out there!<br /> Jlpp, yes fluorescent lights bother me too! Long sundresses actually sound really nice. I don’t own anything below knee length. I wonder if I could pull off a maxi dress with closed toe shoes like docs. I tend to think they would swim on me because I’m not super tall. But maybe if I belted at the waist and wore fitted jacket? I’ll have to play around with it.<br /> This forum is awesome. Thank you all so much for your replies&lt;3 </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/lupus-style#post-1919571 Tue, 15 May 2018 18:28:40 +0000 Anonymous 1919571@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I have Lupus SLE. It definitely is a pita, lol. Sending over all good vibes.<br /> Uniqlo makes cardigans and items impregnated with UV protection.<br /> I also do hats and much sunscreen but often end up with a malar. Like you, I stay fairly covered until inside places. I<br /> do a lot of 3/4 sleeves, rather than short.<br /> For me, too much fluorescent lighting is also a problem.<br /> T shirt dresses are cute with leggings.<br /> I don’t need quite as much coverage as you, because I drive. I think long sundresses are nice options when walking. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/lupus-style#post-1919568 Tue, 15 May 2018 18:21:50 +0000 Thistle 1919568@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Welcome!</p> <p>Does linen work for you? It's a fab fabric and looks so pretty in summer.</p> <p>If not, have you tried some of the UV garments out there? I've seen them from Columbia and the like. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/lupus-style#post-1919567 Tue, 15 May 2018 18:19:16 +0000 Suz 1919567@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Is linen covered up enough for you? I like the idea of linen layers of various kinds. You could pair loose linen trousers with a variety of tops.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/lupus-style#post-1919561 Tue, 15 May 2018 18:12:56 +0000 Carla 1919561@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Instead of leggings, pair a dress or tunic over pants. I don't know where you live, but Lands' End has a great line of UV protection T-shirts marketed at 'swim T's' that are light weight, cool, and come in a variety of attractive prints and solids. A few fabber's own them and wear them as everyday tops. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/lupus-style#post-1919560 Tue, 15 May 2018 18:02:11 +0000 Em 1919560@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Long time lurker, first time poster here. I’m Em. I’m a busy mama of 7 and a bit of a clothes horse. I have an autoimmune disease called Lupus and UV exposure triggers my immune system to attack my body, which is a bit of a PITA, obvs. I’m an hourglass with a smaller bust, tending towards an apple as I’ve aged. I’m 5’4 and 130 lbs. I favor classic, fitted silhouettes belted at the waist with a bit of a biker/punk/goth vibe going on. I wear black, navy, red, and cobalt blue and in very teensy doses, white. Before my lupus diagnosis 5 years ago I wore sundresses and sandals topped with a moto vest all summer long. Now I have to cover up, so I tend to wear sleeveless dresses over leggings with docs or socks and sandals (still trying to figure out how to exactly pull that off), and when I leave the house I throw on a silk scarf, denim jacket, black upf gloves, sunnies, and carry a parasol. I live in a city and walk, bike, and transit everywhere. I have a hard time looking summery when I’m so covered up. At least I can take off layers when I arrive inside. I just acquired a cute white denim jacket and that really helps, but I stained the arm within 3 days of receiving it! I’m going to bleach the stain, I only mention because white is a hard color for me to maintain.<br /> Anyway, I’m looking for tips on how to look summery. I love the Halogen ruched dress Angie posted today, but I’m thinking it would look terrible with leggings because it’s knit and there would be super cling. All my dresses that I pair with leggings are woven. I thought of pairing it with thigh high socks, but that screams fall, no? I’m totally ok with a rule like “no knit dresses for me,” but if there a way to pull it off then Ima go checkout on my other open tab. </p>