https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/magpie-piggies Style Advice for Fashion Lovers en-US Thu, 30 Apr 2026 23:35:00 +0000 http://bbpress.org/?v=1.0.2 q https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/search.php https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/magpie-piggies#post-1844167 Tue, 12 Sep 2017 12:47:19 +0000 Beth Ann 1844167@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Kaelyn: &nbsp;I shop more "seasonally" these days -- although I actually have 8 seasonal capsules!</p> <p>Jane: &nbsp;Yes, there is a high "happiness factor" with pretty shoes! &nbsp;These are comfy, too.</p> <p>FC -- What a pretty bag -- love the diamond in the center. &nbsp;I had been moving more toward black/white/grey for patterns -- I think they're the easiest to blend in. &nbsp;I'm going to work on some outfit creation this weekend -- I have to practice by doing outfit creation when I'm incorporating new prints (except for tops), and with new silhouettes, too.</p> <p>Unfrumped: &nbsp;Yes! &nbsp;Silhouette is a great way to express a signature look! &nbsp;I keep thinking about those patent booties I left at DSW --- shine is good, too!</p> <p>Lyn: &nbsp;Yes, indeed! &nbsp;I'm usually in your camp -- working with texture, details, etc. &nbsp;I'll be doing some outfit creation this weekend --- time to create a new capsule.</p> <p>Cindy: &nbsp;Thanks for the thumbs up!</p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/magpie-piggies#post-1844165 Tue, 12 Sep 2017 12:17:18 +0000 cindysmith 1844165@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Love your shoe choices! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/magpie-piggies#post-1844160 Tue, 12 Sep 2017 11:43:44 +0000 lyn67 1844160@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I always admired your style BethAnn and this shift sounds awesome, again! For me the most I feel able to process ref. shoes is some texture (patent, suede, croc, metal shine) and details like studs, buckles or so. Color block, pattern &nbsp;or embroidery is always much more harder to do for me, so would really like to see your new outfits! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/magpie-piggies#post-1844142 Tue, 12 Sep 2017 10:52:07 +0000 unfrumped 1844142@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Yay! Congrats on new hair and fun shoes.<br /> I am finding more and more use for signature silhouettes for pants and tops and then mixing it up with footwear that also may be in one of several signature styles, but interesting subtle texture or color. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/magpie-piggies#post-1844102 Tue, 12 Sep 2017 05:15:08 +0000 Kaelyn 1844102@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Firecracker, that's such a cool bag! &nbsp;I don't switch bags very often but I love seeing others' collections. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/magpie-piggies#post-1844098 Tue, 12 Sep 2017 05:00:17 +0000 Firecracker (Sharan) 1844098@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I enjoyed reading this post, Beth Ann. I understand the desire for a style change, and I love your fun shoes! <br />I've been wanting some floral footwear, but I'm at a loss to find just the right ones for me. I may just enjoy yours and others' for now! I did get a fun patterned bag, but I'm debating whether to keep it. As much as I love the look of it (and it's a useful size cross-body bag for me), I really can't figure what I am going to carry it with! I think I'm having similar difficulties when thinking about patterned shoes. . . </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/magpie-piggies#post-1844090 Tue, 12 Sep 2017 04:34:14 +0000 Jane 1844090@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Well done with finding a great hair stylist. I so agree, it is such a good thing. Beautiful shoes and boots. I like the mary janes especially. I think they would make me smile every time I looked down to my feet. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/magpie-piggies#post-1844078 Tue, 12 Sep 2017 03:54:38 +0000 Kaelyn 1844078@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p><i>Oooooh.<br /></i><br />Those are all fabulous! &nbsp;I'm pining for those booties a little, but I swore I was done shopping for this season. &nbsp;Please enjoy them enough for both of us! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/magpie-piggies#post-1844058 Tue, 12 Sep 2017 02:33:24 +0000 Beth Ann 1844058@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Suz: &nbsp;Shoes, particularly comfortable shoes like these, are a great way to express playfulness without worrying about looking gimmicky or overdone. &nbsp;</p> <p>Joy: &nbsp;I wish! &nbsp;I've gone natural this summer, trying to keep my nails healthy. &nbsp;I typically have enjoyed painted toes -- so maybe the shoes are another way of getting the bling! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/magpie-piggies#post-1844018 Mon, 11 Sep 2017 23:48:06 +0000 Anonymous 1844018@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>All these footwear selections look fab. From the title I was expecting the post to feature glitter polish on your toes. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/magpie-piggies#post-1844009 Mon, 11 Sep 2017 23:25:04 +0000 Suz 1844009@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p><b>Beth Ann</b>, this is wonderful news! So excited that you have found a good hairstylist in your new home. Isn't that one of the toughest style challenges? I always think so. You have gorgeous, glamorous hair and anyone who can bring out its wave and shine is a heroine in my books.&nbsp;</p> <p>As for the footwear, wow -- this is great!!! Interesting shoes are conversational. They will make your clients feel comfortable talking with you. They don't draw attention to the body, yet show your sense of style. I love the mix of colours on the first two pair and the shine on the third. My silver sneakers never fail to get comments. I am always more comfortable when people comment on my footwear than on my outfit -- maybe you feel the same?&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/magpie-piggies#post-1844003 Mon, 11 Sep 2017 23:00:19 +0000 Beth Ann 1844003@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Barbara: &nbsp;Basically, I did a visual scan of all the women in my church. &nbsp;One woman, with hair much like mine, had a particularly cute cut, so I rushed over to her practically before the pastor dropped his arms from the benediction -------- &nbsp;hope you find a good referral, too!</p> <p>Angie: &nbsp;I feel fortunate to have "good hair," but it can seem luxuriously thick, or weighty. You know what I mean? &nbsp;My last couple of cuts left me with uneven ends, and a chunk cut out of the right side that didn't blend into the next section-- no wonder I was working harder to style! &nbsp;This stylist made my head feel lighter, and my waves feel perkier, without losing length or using texturizing shears. &nbsp;Right now, my hair pretty good with no effort -- scrunching with curl cream, air dry, and go. &nbsp;I get more face framing in the next cut, once the uneven section grows back in!</p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/magpie-piggies#post-1844001 Mon, 11 Sep 2017 22:54:53 +0000 Beth Ann 1844001@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Ginger: I could see the flats fitting well in your wardrobe!</p> <p>Kate: &nbsp;Love the sound of your patent collection! &nbsp;I also tried on a patent black bootie -- which was fab, too, but we all have to draw the line somewhere! &nbsp;Cranberry or red shoes and booties are on my list, too!</p> <p>Susie: &nbsp;Hair pic will be coming in the next few days! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/magpie-piggies#post-1843986 Mon, 11 Sep 2017 22:11:47 +0000 Angie 1843986@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>You have a wonderful way with words, Beth Ann. Sounds like you simply <b><i>feel like a change</i></b>. From Bold to Bold-Lite. Why not? Ride the crest of that wave all the way to the party on your feet. Super cute shoes.</p> <p>Your hair always looks fab to me, but I know you feel differently. Happy to hear you've found a stylist who gets your hair. Major win.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/magpie-piggies#post-1843981 Mon, 11 Sep 2017 21:46:43 +0000 Barbara Diane 1843981@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Love the shoes. And great news finding an excellent stylist. If I lived closer I would ask for their contact info.&nbsp;</p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/magpie-piggies#post-1843977 Mon, 11 Sep 2017 21:18:12 +0000 Susie 1843977@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Beth Ann, great news on finding a good stylist. I want to see the new 'do!</p> <p>And I love these shoe choices for you. I agree that they both sound useful; the flat is so cute. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/magpie-piggies#post-1843975 Mon, 11 Sep 2017 21:11:11 +0000 Kate 1843975@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Love your Magpie shoe collection, Beth Ann. I'm partial to a party on my feet as well. Always makes me smile when I cast a look down at my shoes. I'm seriously considering the floral oxfords that Angie posted a while back, to add to my mini party collection of patent royal blue, cranberry, gold, and black oil slick oxfords. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/magpie-piggies#post-1843974 Mon, 11 Sep 2017 21:10:39 +0000 Ginger 1843974@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Wow, what a great selection! That's such a smart move, to indulge in color and bold patterns in a small way that's still got a little of impact. And shoes are one of the "more acceptable" ways to show personality anyway.</p> <p>I can't wait to see your new hairstyle, either! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/magpie-piggies#post-1843972 Mon, 11 Sep 2017 21:04:46 +0000 Beth Ann 1843972@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>My little piggies are blanketed in all sorts of glitz and glamour this season! &nbsp;Overall, I feel a bit adrift with my style direction, but there are a few plans that I'm implementing, while I wait for refreshing breezes to move my style ship forward!</p> <p>1. &nbsp;My hair: &nbsp;I've finally found a fabulous and affordable stylist. &nbsp;Her cut allowed my own wave to shine, and put the fullness (I have very thick, but kind of fine, hair) in just the right place. &nbsp;She says it will take one or two more cuts to reach my final shape. I can tell a big difference already!</p> <p>2. &nbsp;Bits of Boldness: &nbsp;I have always been willing to go bold, but I'm not feeling it as much now. &nbsp;I'm still not sure whether it's a crisis of confidence, or a style shift. &nbsp;Also, I work in a field and live in a community in which boldness is unusual, and perhaps a bit suspect. &nbsp;While I work this out, I have transferred the party to my............</p> <p>FEET! &nbsp;</p> <p>The shoes in the finds below are all in my closet. &nbsp;I meant to choose between the Tahari flats and the DSW booties, but the truth it they are both fairly practical for me -- I need shoes that add style, while being easy to get on and off (going into people's houses all day), and easy to walk in while carting a ton of instruments.</p> <p>And 10 years ago, all my shoes, I swear, were black. </p>