https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/minimalmaximal Style Advice for Fashion Lovers en-US Thu, 28 May 2026 01:41:28 +0000 http://bbpress.org/?v=1.0.2 q https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/search.php https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/minimalmaximal#post-1768920 Sun, 15 Jan 2017 03:03:37 +0000 Debora 1768920@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>A beautiful look, Deborah! It's more maximal than you usually wear, but still so you. I adore your style and love your assessment. Yes, minimal but complex. I think that's a perfect description. xo </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/minimalmaximal#post-1768906 Sun, 15 Jan 2017 01:54:30 +0000 AM 1768906@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I think it's important to dip the toe into different style realms. And you have done with wonderfully with this outfit. Probably good for the creative process and exploring limits -- and re-exploring limits. And ditto on your belts! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/minimalmaximal#post-1768722 Sat, 14 Jan 2017 05:45:48 +0000 Deborah 1768722@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Angie, thanks for your response and as always lovely to be on the forum:) You have got me thinking. &nbsp;I do predominantly think of my style as minimal but you are right in saying it is complex.</p> <p>I think Cynthia kind of nailed it, along with Lisa, that the neutral tones and lack of additional accessories can read as minimal.</p> <p>I do consciously try wear one statement piece, or at least an item with interest and pair it with more minimal pieces. &nbsp; I always struggle with style descriptors but I think what I am naturally working towards is what you could call Chic Avant Garde and I think that can move between minimal and maximal looks.</p> <p>My own interpretation of maximal is colour, pattern, accessories all mixed together. &nbsp;I suppose it's when I would say there is a lot going on in an outfit, but it seems so subjective. &nbsp;What one person thinks is a lot going on, &nbsp;another might not :)</p> <p>In this outfit, I am only wearing three items. &nbsp;Hoop earrings, no other jewellery and sandals. &nbsp;And the tones are neutral so to me this reads as minimal, but I realise that perhaps a more accurate version of minimal might be the outfit I have attached below.</p> <p>Thanks for the discussion. &nbsp;I don't analyse my style as much as I used to, but now that I feel I have honed my style, I am interested to be able to define it a little better.</p> <p>Suz, it's not a belt, but a cinch clip &nbsp;It's a fabulous little accessory. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/minimalmaximal#post-1768613 Fri, 13 Jan 2017 22:20:17 +0000 carolbee 1768613@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Am I right in thinking you don't often sport stripes, but this oufit looks fab. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/minimalmaximal#post-1768539 Fri, 13 Jan 2017 17:31:44 +0000 Lisa 1768539@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>A lovely outfit and I agree, maximal will be different for everyone. &nbsp;The pattern here and the drape makes it maximal to my eye, but the basic colors and the lack of accessories give it a minimal vibe. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/minimalmaximal#post-1768519 Fri, 13 Jan 2017 16:42:24 +0000 Anonymous 1768519@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Wow that is drama with a capital D. &nbsp;Very much like.</p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/minimalmaximal#post-1768507 Fri, 13 Jan 2017 16:00:30 +0000 Anonymous 1768507@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Whatever this outfit is, it is gorgeous on you and looks beautifully summery and romantic. Love! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/minimalmaximal#post-1768493 Fri, 13 Jan 2017 15:15:40 +0000 Sara L. 1768493@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Ooh, I love this outfit!&nbsp; So effortless and cool looking.&nbsp;&nbsp;Your red nail polish and lipstick is a nice touch of color.&nbsp; I agree that we all have to come up with our own definition of maximal. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/minimalmaximal#post-1768485 Fri, 13 Jan 2017 14:43:41 +0000 Karie 1768485@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>absolutely gorgeous outfit on you, and I agree, we each can do maximal in our own way.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/minimalmaximal#post-1768460 Fri, 13 Jan 2017 13:25:36 +0000 Ledonna N. 1768460@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Yez i would say color to the max. Not necessarily accessories. Maximal can come in many different styles.</p> <p>I love this breezy maximal look on you. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/minimalmaximal#post-1768451 Fri, 13 Jan 2017 12:22:10 +0000 lyn67 1768451@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Wow,, &nbsp;another great use of the extensor-clips on your front waist!YLF! Love you in your summery, layered over pants stripe dress here-you can try it with a white(or metallic silver would be even more different) gilet (long or short, too)! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/minimalmaximal#post-1768446 Fri, 13 Jan 2017 12:01:22 +0000 Summer 1768446@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Agreed, Deborah!&nbsp; I love your version of maximal, and your outfit is stunning. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/minimalmaximal#post-1768429 Fri, 13 Jan 2017 10:40:17 +0000 Adela 1768429@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I just wanted to say that I love this outfit on you! It`s perfect. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/minimalmaximal#post-1768424 Fri, 13 Jan 2017 10:33:42 +0000 Anonymous 1768424@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Yes. &nbsp;I fully agree with you. &nbsp;I am embraced maximal in terms of accessories, but the way I wear it might be very different than other Forum Members. &nbsp;YOU LOOK AMAZING by the way. &nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/minimalmaximal#post-1768421 Fri, 13 Jan 2017 10:25:42 +0000 Sisi 1768421@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I only know that I want that striped dress! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/minimalmaximal#post-1768414 Fri, 13 Jan 2017 09:58:16 +0000 Style Fan 1768414@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I like this look a lot Deb.&nbsp; It is very maximal to me.&nbsp; The dark nail polish on your toes really stands out against the white Birks (is it Lincoln after Dark/Midnight).&nbsp; I am impressed with how you manage to combine so many layers and end up with what looks like a simple outfit. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/minimalmaximal#post-1768406 Fri, 13 Jan 2017 09:46:27 +0000 Jeanie 1768406@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Love you version of maximal. And you make Birks look so chic...the black nail polish is a great touch! I haven't embraced maximal yet but I am inspired to create something with what I have. Thanks. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/minimalmaximal#post-1768402 Fri, 13 Jan 2017 09:23:49 +0000 anne 1768402@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Maximal for sure. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/minimalmaximal#post-1768387 Fri, 13 Jan 2017 03:53:37 +0000 deb 1768387@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Yes maximal and wonderful. You look so good in this outfit. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/minimalmaximal#post-1768385 Fri, 13 Jan 2017 03:46:55 +0000 Jaime 1768385@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>This is a wonderful outfit on you whatever you call it and I do think it is your version of maximal due to the pattern and also the asymmetrical way the dress is clipped (which I love). </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/minimalmaximal#post-1768345 Fri, 13 Jan 2017 01:39:44 +0000 cindysmith 1768345@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>You look amazing! And this outfit strikes a perfect balance: the layers and the pattern make for maximal visual interest, but the simplicity of the shapes and the simple color palette keep it feeling simple and minimal. Very well done! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/minimalmaximal#post-1768341 Fri, 13 Jan 2017 01:34:45 +0000 Suz 1768341@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Wow, this is <b>STUNNING</b> on you, whatever you call it!! I adore it.&nbsp;</p> <p>I'm with Angie in thinking that your layering is a type of maximalism, as is your drama. So even when it's simple it has a huge impact. But this, with the stripes and more visible layers, is definitely more obviously maximal than your usual, and you wear it as well as you wear all your looks!&nbsp;</p> <p>BY the way, you have one of the best belt collections going. I'm curious about the one you are wearing here.&nbsp;</p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/minimalmaximal#post-1768324 Fri, 13 Jan 2017 00:47:41 +0000 Angie 1768324@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>YES, Debs. This is a Maximal outfit. In fact I see your style as quite maximal actually. Not from an accessory or colour point of view - but because the layers and silhouettes that you wear and combine are &nbsp;complex. You often refer to your style as Simple and Minimal, but it's far from it!&nbsp;</p> <p>Your longer hair looks gorgeous, and this outfit is smashingly fab. LOVELY to see you post again, and much love to you.&nbsp;</p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/minimalmaximal#post-1768310 Thu, 12 Jan 2017 23:28:09 +0000 Janet 1768310@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I feel the same way. One person's minimal is another's maximal. I'm pretty middle-of-the-road, but I have a pretty limited range of maximal that I feel comfortable wearing. Too much and I feel overdone, fussy and uncomfortable. Too minimal and I feel like something is missing. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/minimalmaximal#post-1768305 Thu, 12 Jan 2017 23:03:55 +0000 Anonymous 1768305@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Distracts from &nbsp;my messy, cluttered brain. &nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/minimalmaximal#post-1768302 Thu, 12 Jan 2017 22:56:24 +0000 Deborah 1768302@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Lisa you do maximal accessories so well and still manage a clean, uncluttered look </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/minimalmaximal#post-1768299 Thu, 12 Jan 2017 22:55:19 +0000 Anonymous 1768299@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I totally agree. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/minimalmaximal#post-1768297 Thu, 12 Jan 2017 22:53:12 +0000 Deborah 1768297@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Hi Ladies,</p> <p>Reading Angie's post on maximalism this morning and while I find it visually attractive, maximal looks never feel right to me. </p> <p>I thought about this outfit that I wore earlier this week (summer in Oz) and for me this was quite maximal. A little more going on than normal, the layers, the length, the wide pant, irregular stripes, so I actually pared down the accessories and only wore silver hoop earrings. I didn't even wear rings. </p> <p>Anyway, got me thinking that we can probably all create our own version of maximal, if we want to, that still reflects our core style. I often make the mistake of thinking a style shift means big change but maybe it can just mean wearing what you already have and love a little differently? </p> <p>Just thinking out loud:). </p> <p>xxxDeborah </p>