https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/navy-suit-need-opinions Style Advice for Fashion Lovers en-US Tue, 28 Apr 2026 06:48:35 +0000 http://bbpress.org/?v=1.0.2 q https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/search.php https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/navy-suit-need-opinions/page/2#post-1036184 Sun, 22 Sep 2013 15:56:04 +0000 Diana 1036184@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Sveta, just FYI if you need to order the tall online, I don't think you'll get the discount. It's very annoying, women's blazers are apparently excluded from most promos online only. Gah! This is why I went chasing this jacket down in store yesterday. But if the store you go to does not have your size, they can have it shipped from another store to your address and then you do get the discount. I'm not sure if the talls are online only though. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/navy-suit-need-opinions/page/2#post-1036153 Sun, 22 Sep 2013 14:04:03 +0000 Suz 1036153@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I would try it, Sveta. I am hoping tomorrow I get some time to really compare sizes. I know driving to the border is a pain and you are short on time these days, but also, you might kick yourself if you cannot compare. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/navy-suit-need-opinions/page/2#post-1036150 Sun, 22 Sep 2013 13:51:25 +0000 Sveta 1036150@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>You know, I am considering to order Tall from US as well while they have 35% sale on: as their original price was $40 less than Canadian 35% will be less that 40% I got yesterday. The only caveat is that I need to drive to the border...but seriously tempted. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/navy-suit-need-opinions#post-1036145 Sun, 22 Sep 2013 13:43:00 +0000 Suz 1036145@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>So funny, yes! I knew I was taking a risk but only had a minute to decide and thought at least this way I would get the sale price -- if i exchange it they will give me the same price. So it was worth the risk.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/navy-suit-need-opinions#post-1036141 Sun, 22 Sep 2013 13:40:49 +0000 Sveta 1036141@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Oh Suz, I am sorry! So it looks both of us need to go back because of the jacket even though for a different reasons: isn't it funny? </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/navy-suit-need-opinions#post-1036135 Sun, 22 Sep 2013 13:36:32 +0000 Suz 1036135@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Yay! Glad you got it.&nbsp;</p> <p>I just tried mine on. I was in such a rush yesterday that I could not. I cannot get pictures today because I am at my brother's place.&nbsp;</p> <p>Well, I took the petite, but I think I made the wrong decision. The pants are too short in the rise, and the jacket feels a bit tight under the arms. I am going to try to go to the store and see if I can do a comparison tomorrow -- possibly trade in for the regular size. Of course I would need alterations in that case, but that is part of the price of being an in-between size.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/navy-suit-need-opinions#post-1036124 Sun, 22 Sep 2013 13:12:50 +0000 Sveta 1036124@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I went to the store yesterday and they had these blazers. I found 1 in size 12 and 1 in size 14. 14 had nice and even sides but was too big. 12 fits well bat sides were a bit uneven even though not as much as in the first one. Fortunately I asked if they have others in size 12 and they did. She brought it for me and it was perfect so I returned the online one and got this one on 40% <br />Then something funny happened. When&nbsp;I was exiting the store the alarm went off. The guy looked in my bag, saw my purchase all wrapped up and waved me through...but when I came home I discovered the security tag was still on the back of the blazer! Now I have to go to the store again to remove it! <br />Thank you Suz for alerting me to the 40% sale yesterday!&nbsp;&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/navy-suit-need-opinions#post-1036120 Sun, 22 Sep 2013 13:05:26 +0000 Suz 1036120@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>These jackets are definitely a bit shorter in back -- designed that way on purpose. But the front unevenness is not part of the design -- it is a flaw.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/navy-suit-need-opinions#post-1036119 Sun, 22 Sep 2013 13:03:07 +0000 Nicole D 1036119@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Just chiming in to say you look fab in navy! &nbsp;I would go with the 14 pants and if they feel too loose, get a little nip in the waist or wherever you need it. &nbsp;Nice length on the pants. I agree with Angie, would like to see the tall blazer too. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/navy-suit-need-opinions#post-1036083 Sun, 22 Sep 2013 10:36:30 +0000 Scarlet 1036083@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Agree with Day Vies about the front versus the back.<br /> How outrageous that they are selling the asymmetrical jackets. I saw according to Suz that it's not a one-off. I wonder if that has something to do with the length in back. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/navy-suit-need-opinions#post-1035651 Sat, 21 Sep 2013 15:50:03 +0000 Day Vies 1035651@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Does the blazer dip in the front? It seems longer from the front than it does from the back. The back looks disproportionately short. From the front it looks just fine to me. The 14 is fine on fit but pools too much at the foot for my taste and the 12 isn't as roomy but fits better IMO. However on the 12 you lose the length and they need to be a little longer. This is a great suit. You might convince me to pick up one myself. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/navy-suit-need-opinions#post-1035644 Sat, 21 Sep 2013 15:46:11 +0000 Scarlet 1035644@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I like the blazer a lot but I think longer could look even better. I like the seat of the 12 better than the 14, but the front of the 14 better. Maybe your mom could do some magic there as well? Just want to give my honest opinion. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/navy-suit-need-opinions#post-1035597 Sat, 21 Sep 2013 15:06:25 +0000 Angie 1035597@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Try the longer blazer too. Lets hash it out. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/navy-suit-need-opinions#post-1035592 Sat, 21 Sep 2013 15:02:52 +0000 Diana 1035592@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Oh, this is the blazer I want to try in black! I like the fit on you, but that's so annoying about the uneven sides. I like the straight leg style (and agree they are more versatile, which is why I'm keeping the ones I got too) but they do look slightly too loose from back and side, so if your mom can take them in a teeny bit it would be perfect. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/navy-suit-need-opinions#post-1035522 Sat, 21 Sep 2013 12:14:03 +0000 Sveta 1035522@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Thanks for the feedback, ladies. I have tried the pants again and I am going with 14 straight: I really like the menswear vive it gives. I only wish I had a better body type for this style (like less curvy bottom) but oh well!<br />I have also tried the new plaid pants again and they are cut smaller that the navy: about 2 cm difference around. They actually fit perfectly so I think these 2 cm is what makes a difference in a fit. I will ask my mom if she can alter the navy trousers to fit like the paid ones and then I would be a happy camper!<br />As for the blazer it is really weird how uneven it is in front. Suz, please let me know if you see them in the store how they look. I begin to worry that maybe they are cut this way on purpose but it does look weird, right?<br />I would also like to try a blazer in Tall to compare. I think it will be close to length to my tuxedo blazer: website says they have 2" difference in length. Although if Angie thinks this length is good maybe I should not bother?... </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/navy-suit-need-opinions#post-1035475 Sat, 21 Sep 2013 07:07:09 +0000 Deborah 1035475@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Sveta, I like the fit of the 14 best. &nbsp;It's stunning as a suit but definitely order another jacket.. .how strange. &nbsp;BTW the navy looks just lovely on you. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/navy-suit-need-opinions#post-1035425 Sat, 21 Sep 2013 05:02:28 +0000 Beth Ann 1035425@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>How wonderful to find a well made (well, minus the lopsided blazer) that gives such nice proportions on your tall physique!&nbsp; The color is gorgeous, and the lines are classic.</p> <p>I vote for the 14s, although both work, and I think just getting another blazer like this one works.</p> <p>Good luck on the deck!</p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/navy-suit-need-opinions#post-1035358 Sat, 21 Sep 2013 01:43:49 +0000 Gaylene 1035358@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Definitely the 14 in the pants. The 12 have a very snug, body con look in the back that looks dated compared to the more fluid looks that I'm seeing these days. It's funny how quickly our eye can adjust to this newer fit.</p> <p>And I like Suz's idea to try out a tall in the jacket, if you can get to the US, although the shorter length of the regular size also looks fine to me; again, the longer length seems a bit more fluid, but really it depends on the look you prefer in a suit. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/navy-suit-need-opinions#post-1035343 Sat, 21 Sep 2013 01:23:09 +0000 Suz 1035343@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Yup, I am going to give it a try in the store tomorrow, Angie. Mr. Suz and I are heading to the big city.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/navy-suit-need-opinions#post-1035306 Sat, 21 Sep 2013 01:01:43 +0000 Angie 1035306@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Good grief. Dark blue is YOUR neutral, Sveta. You should try it too, Suz. </p> <p>I love the size 14 pants. Perfect. </p> <p>I think the blazer is worth getting another because there is a problem with the front on this one. I don't think it's too short, and like the fit. xo </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/navy-suit-need-opinions#post-1035287 Sat, 21 Sep 2013 00:42:24 +0000 Suz 1035287@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>You know, your mother can alter the trousers either way. And it is not far to the border. Why not try the jacket in tall and (unflawed) regular side by side? You can always return them immediately if they don't work and then it is no loss (except time, which you don't have a lot of right now with your work schedule!)&nbsp;</p> <p>I'm going to check the suit tomorrow in the store. I think the navy would be good for me, too.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/navy-suit-need-opinions#post-1035262 Sat, 21 Sep 2013 00:02:13 +0000 Kristin L 1035262@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>That shade of navy really suits you. Do you think the 12s would stretch at all?&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/navy-suit-need-opinions#post-1035254 Fri, 20 Sep 2013 23:54:02 +0000 Sarah A 1035254@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Agree with you on the trousers fit, I like the 14 from the front and rear but the 12 from the side. I would probably go with the 12 but then I dont have a good tailoring option.... I would think the tall jacket might better. (I may have a sugar eye for long jackets though) If it isnt hard or more expensive to order the tall from the US why not try it? (or does that take a drive down to the border for try ons?... perhaps why you are trying to convince Suz to consider! ) I think the color is quite lovely on you... </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/navy-suit-need-opinions#post-1035252 Fri, 20 Sep 2013 23:51:41 +0000 Anonymous 1035252@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I like all of them, Sveta! I would definitely exchange the jacket, but I quite like the different vibe of the trousers. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/navy-suit-need-opinions#post-1035251 Fri, 20 Sep 2013 23:50:54 +0000 catgirl 1035251@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I can't get over how well pants fit you! I love the look of this in navy and all fit issues seem tweakable so go with what you love most. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/navy-suit-need-opinions#post-1035248 Fri, 20 Sep 2013 23:46:11 +0000 K. Period. 1035248@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I'm glad I wasn't hallucinating about the jacket. &nbsp;I saw the hitch and thought it looked a little off, but wasn't sure whether it was just something hanging up on something else. &nbsp;Actually .5" shorter? That's crazy. What a strange defect.&nbsp;</p> <p>Sveta, I agree with the others that navy is beautiful on you. &nbsp;I really like the jacket and the suit overall. &nbsp;If you are looking for a current classic, this suit is it. &nbsp;Lots of flexibility to make it more fashion forward with what you pair it with (shoes, shirt), but also perfectly adaptable to the most conservative environment too. &nbsp;</p> <p>On the trousers, I really prefer the smaller size. &nbsp;The little bit of tightness on the hips doesn't bug me. &nbsp;I also know that it will stretch out as you wear it and it should fit perfectly. &nbsp;The view from the back is so nice and perky with the 12s. &nbsp;I don't think the 14s look nearly so nice. &nbsp;With that said...I also know that the right tuck/trim by your mom will bring the rear in on those 14s and they will probably look just as lovely. &nbsp;I'm willing to put my full support behind either option. &nbsp;;) &nbsp;So bottom line is that I'm really no help at all. &nbsp;You look beautiful no matter how we slice it!&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/navy-suit-need-opinions#post-1035190 Fri, 20 Sep 2013 22:39:26 +0000 Sveta 1035190@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>You guys are amazing! I have not noticed the unevenness of the blazer front myself. It is not how I stand, there is about 0.5" difference in length between the sides! I guess I got the faulty one :-(<br />so it goes back for sure but should I order another one? Should I try to order Tall from US?</p> <p>As for the pants I don't know. I would prefer a bit of easier fit than I have in 12. I f you look closely in pic 4 you would see hot it stretched on my hips. So I prefer the fit of 14 in the front and maybe even in the back: it seems more intentional IYKWIM. But I prefer the fit of 12 from the side...hmm, maybe 14 can be altered a bit to be just perfect?<br />Eliza, sleeve length seems good but also could have been longer :-)<br />Suz, honestly I was so excited I have not noticed the weather. Also it was not as hot at 5:30 as it might have been during the day. What do you think of this navy color for yourself? I think it is a very nice shade of navy, saturated and dark.<br />unfrumped, straights were only available in 14 :-(<br />Glory, nope, 2 pairs of navy trousers would be overkill. <br />Personally I prefer straight legs because I like menswear vibe AND because I would get more wear out of them weather wise. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/navy-suit-need-opinions#post-1035177 Fri, 20 Sep 2013 22:26:34 +0000 Karie 1035177@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Sveta, you look fab in blue! I actually like the size 14's better. I think the 12's look like they are pulling a bit in the front. Also, your mother could alter the 14's to fit you perfectly (but I think they fit very well now). &nbsp;I think the length of the blazer is good. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/navy-suit-need-opinions#post-1035170 Fri, 20 Sep 2013 22:22:00 +0000 Glory 1035170@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Love navy for you. The jacket fit is so wonderful it simply must stay.<br />For the pants - I find it a bit tricky. They both look great so it comes down to a case of what your preference is. I find the first pant more "menswear" style, relaxed fit. I love them.<br />The second is more fitted, streamlined.<br />I guess I have to suggest keep them all. I can see room in your closet for both styles - if that is an option. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/navy-suit-need-opinions#post-1035169 Fri, 20 Sep 2013 22:21:03 +0000 unfrumped 1035169@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Wow. A pretty cool suit. <br />I do like the snugger fit of the 12--funny about the pants style. It doesn't really look too wide-leg to me and seems to fit the blazer style. I need some other opinions. though.&nbsp;Did you try the&nbsp;straight's in a 12?</p> <p>&nbsp;I agree the front buttoned jacket look is off somehow--need to know if that's just wrinkles, or what. The blazer is not "long", but neither is it cropped or shrunken-appearing. I think it looks pretty "classic" (uh-oh) and really&nbsp;skims your curves well but is not too bulky, so I like it. It "follows" the line of the pants and gives a nice continuity, you know? Instead of some of the short &nbsp;jackets that on me seem to just sit on top of my rear. </p>