https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/no-third-piece-season-coming Style Advice for Fashion Lovers en-US Fri, 17 Apr 2026 20:49:04 +0000 http://bbpress.org/?v=1.0.2 q https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/search.php https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/no-third-piece-season-coming#post-2385118 Sun, 27 Apr 2025 19:01:25 +0000 DonnaF 2385118@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I run ridiculously cold, so some of the items below have rarely been worn.&nbsp;</p> <p>Collarless items are way, way cooler than collared ones.</p> <p>Linen is absolutely the coolest. The long cardigans are for modesty and not warmth.</p> <p>See through sleeves are also for modesty.</p> <p>I've seen (online) a number of eyelet toppers that aren't lined in the body or sleeves and even saw a jacket with matching pants. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/no-third-piece-season-coming#post-2385113 Sun, 27 Apr 2025 18:02:16 +0000 bella 2385113@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I don't do boho and I don't like prints. Moreover, in the summer I am pretty much only drawn to whites and much less interested in other colors. So this is literally the bane of my existence.</p> <p>I got white two sleeveless johnny collar tops last year that served me well. I also have two split v-neck linen tops that are ok.&nbsp; But I am always on the lookout for more choices.</p> <p>Like Janet, I like the linen vests. But to be honest, they were so popular over here last year (with pants and shorts sets) that I am feeling reluctant to purchase something so noticeably ubiquitous. </p> <p>I do wear a lot of silver bangles and big hoops in the summer, so yes, I guess maybe jewelry is that extra element that adds interest for me? </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/no-third-piece-season-coming#post-2385107 Sun, 27 Apr 2025 16:27:10 +0000 Janet 2385107@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Lisa, I was just seeing that statement necklaces are trending again — I had put mine aside in the last couple of years but I’m glad I didn’t give them away! I think they will be helpful for that extra bit of interest with simple tops, too. </p> <p>Yesterday I went to the Smithsonian Craft Fair with my BFF, and my splurge was a gorgeous wood inlay bangle. I had given up on bangles because most of them are too large on me and slide down onto my hands. This artist makes them in different sizes, and I needed the smallest one, but I chose a pattern in ebony and various wood tones in an intricate pattern. It’s beautiful but super wearable and I expect it will be a summer workhorse! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/no-third-piece-season-coming#post-2385072 Sat, 26 Apr 2025 22:19:51 +0000 UmmLila (Lisa) 2385072@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I ordered a couple of tops to try out and will post some outfit results when they come in.</p> <p>I also ordered a couple of little silk foulards and a beaded necklace that’s a good deal more noticeable than my usual gold chains. I thought perhaps those might serve in the third piece slot, adding interest even in summer heat. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/no-third-piece-season-coming#post-2384953 Fri, 25 Apr 2025 11:57:20 +0000 Suntiger 2384953@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Not having to wear a third piece is a huge relief to me- makes dressing sooo much easier! That said, my strategy is to keep interest on the bottom with a fun skirt (could be print/colored pants or shorts if you prefer), keep my tops very simple, then add a bracelet (or several). </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/no-third-piece-season-coming#post-2384932 Fri, 25 Apr 2025 01:51:26 +0000 Carla 2384932@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>My most worn high/hot summer tops were woven button downs or t-shirts. &nbsp;The combinations were ‘boring’ and very ‘classic’ for the most part - if comfortable. &nbsp;However, I wear a hat almost all the time when out-of-doors, or&nbsp;a headscarf - and that seems to add a little something extra.</p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/no-third-piece-season-coming#post-2384905 Thu, 24 Apr 2025 22:29:57 +0000 Ket 2384905@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Preppy has never suited me. Boho is my go-to. This summer I actually leaned a bit away from boho for the first time in many years. Still have some boho/feminine pieces, but I've been sporting more 1950s vibes mostly, and a couple of ribbed knit tanks for more of a resort feel.&nbsp;<br /><div><br /></div><div>I can still get away with toppers where I live; the nights cool off into the 50s and even high 40s occasionally. That said, I'm still sorting out my topper situation for this summer. What I recently bought isn't exciting me per se. Might give to give up for a bit.&nbsp;</div> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/no-third-piece-season-coming#post-2384884 Thu, 24 Apr 2025 21:11:33 +0000 Suz 2384884@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>This is a tough category for sure. I tend to keep the ones I love for a long time if I can -- but summer tops do wear out quite quickly, which can be an issue.&nbsp;</p> <p>My current ones probably skew too preppy for your liking, for the most part. I admit, I am in the market for more at the moment.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/no-third-piece-season-coming#post-2384847 Thu, 24 Apr 2025 02:10:50 +0000 Sal 2384847@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I think I rely heavily on a hat and sunglasses that I like.....</p> <p>The two blouses below were relatively well worn in summer.&nbsp; The patterned one is quite wide but I wore it untucked with shorts.&nbsp; The white one I don't tie but either tuck or wear loose.</p> <p>I am not wearing as many florals as I used to but the pattern on this blouse still appeals to me. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/no-third-piece-season-coming#post-2384844 Thu, 24 Apr 2025 00:18:27 +0000 Jaime 2384844@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I think I lean a bit more boho in the summer but I have found Isabel Marant blouses (not particularly new season) a summer go to. For oversized I like Hana San. These are of course mostly determined by what is available to me second hand locally.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/no-third-piece-season-coming#post-2384843 Thu, 24 Apr 2025 00:14:19 +0000 Angie 2384843@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Those are pretty, <b>UmmLila</b>! Hope they work out.</p> <p>Here are the tops<b> from my wardrobe </b>that fulfill the criteria of "no third piece". Hot and humid weather - all good. Tried and tested, and works really well. I have them! Not buying any more.<i> I must cover up from the sun, so they're sleeved. </i>I scrunch the sleeves.</p> <p>I have a formula:&nbsp; </p> <ul> <li>woven silk shirts - fluid&nbsp;</li> <li>woven crisp cotton shirts - fluid and oversized</li> <li>knitted cotton tops - often gauzy and see-through - fluid</li> <li>mesh tops - fitted&nbsp;</li> </ul> <p>The colours and the patterns do the talking (Finds below). I wear them with white and cream pants &nbsp;- sometimes with toffee pants or blue jeans. Tucked and belted usually.&nbsp; </p> <p>When I'm not wearing them - I'm wearing a cotton or linen co-ord (a set), or a dress!&nbsp;</p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/no-third-piece-season-coming#post-2384842 Thu, 24 Apr 2025 00:09:32 +0000 Irina 2384842@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>No to boho or feminine but yes to oversized for me :)<br />In the summer months I like to wear some good quality t-shirts, linen or cotton button down shirts and a few linen or silk tops. Basically, what COS sells! LOL </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/no-third-piece-season-coming#post-2384840 Wed, 23 Apr 2025 23:12:43 +0000 LJP 2384840@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I agree that this is a tricky category - and one I need representation in too. &nbsp;I don't do " feminine" or preppy , so I go for woven linen or crisp cotton poplin or chambray tops in oversized interesting shapes (sometimes with top stitching or pockets added for additional interest. &nbsp;I think my collection is already set for this summer - just need the sunshine and warmth to go along with it! &nbsp;I love the idea of a shaped and longer vest for you - I can see it working well with the bottoms you favor and with your body type. &nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/no-third-piece-season-coming#post-2384835 Wed, 23 Apr 2025 21:07:36 +0000 Lisa 2384835@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I wear a lot of graphic tees in the summer with my shorts, but this year I want to add a little more variety. I found prints are quite common with summer weight tops. Here are a few shirts and blouses I've added and/or have caught my eye. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/no-third-piece-season-coming#post-2384832 Wed, 23 Apr 2025 17:37:19 +0000 UmmLila (Lisa) 2384832@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Janet, I definitely wear those types of vests! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/no-third-piece-season-coming#post-2384829 Wed, 23 Apr 2025 17:02:41 +0000 Janet 2384829@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I’m noticing a lot of vests right now that can be worn as tops — I really like that look! I’m investigating further, since there are quite a few on the Nordstrom site. Some are more fitted, which I think contributes to a more feminine vibe. I could see that looking really great on you. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/no-third-piece-season-coming#post-2384826 Wed, 23 Apr 2025 16:21:03 +0000 Roberta 2384826@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Completely agree! I am always on the lookout for tops with some zest to make up for wearing chinos or shorts every day. These are the latest. Loft is my go-to store for this kind of thing.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/no-third-piece-season-coming#post-2384825 Wed, 23 Apr 2025 15:38:44 +0000 Carol 2384825@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Wow, I love these--both of you. Lisa, my favorite would be the large-print cowl neck from Anthropologie, and Janet, it would be the red solid. I guess I love a drape!</p> <p>I have no plan for new summer tops, nor do I need a lot of them. I did just buy an off-the-shoulder sailor stripe summer top, and I would love to do more and different shoulder looks.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/no-third-piece-season-coming#post-2384823 Wed, 23 Apr 2025 14:54:51 +0000 Janet 2384823@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I also deal with this! It’s just too hot and humid here for a third piece in the traditional topper sense. </p> <p>I think your strategy is a good one. I’m also finding preppy and boho to be the prevailing moods out there. </p> <p>Here are some of the tops I’ll be leaning into this summer. Some with sleeves are very lightweight! GoSilk does some nice tops that have a little dressy integrity but still pair well with denim and shorts. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/no-third-piece-season-coming#post-2384822 Wed, 23 Apr 2025 14:32:52 +0000 UmmLila (Lisa) 2384822@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I'm a big fan of the third piece to bring a dressier element to any look. And as we are heading into that weather, I'm thinking about adding some tops that can be worn with casual pants or shorts, that still add polish.</p> <p>I attach some finds. There's a lot of boho and preppy out there. I'd rather something feminine, not over the top ruffles and not oversized.</p> <p>These are some finds I came across, but if anyone has other directions, I'm interested. </p>