https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/obg-x-3-last-attempts-with-a-fail Style Advice for Fashion Lovers en-US Mon, 04 May 2026 21:36:12 +0000 http://bbpress.org/?v=1.0.2 q https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/search.php https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/obg-x-3-last-attempts-with-a-fail#post-2154397 Tue, 17 Nov 2020 19:10:36 +0000 Sal 2154397@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Thanks all and sorry for neglecting the thread and lack of replies. Life got away on me last weekend! </p> <p>The green jacket and flares are both up for editing out. I will see how I feel about them both - maybe one more chance. Dark wash flares should be a slam dunk on me but these ones aren’t. And I think the jacket I am over and it is not right for my current preferences. </p> <p>The kimono I will remember to wear over the summer season and the coral will get worn a couple of times I know. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/obg-x-3-last-attempts-with-a-fail#post-2153968 Sat, 14 Nov 2020 07:17:42 +0000 Jenni NZ 2153968@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I like all of this except the jacket, Sally. Like you I find it a bit difficult to edit out but have been managing to when I realise it’s fair enough that I got sick of something! I would say you can put more effort in if you want to but otherwise just draw a line under it and move on. You got wear out of it in the past. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/obg-x-3-last-attempts-with-a-fail#post-2153962 Sat, 14 Nov 2020 06:49:59 +0000 Anonymous 2153962@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I love the kimono jacket. It can be a valuable third piece in summer. The olive and coral colors are outstanding on you. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/obg-x-3-last-attempts-with-a-fail#post-2153679 Thu, 12 Nov 2020 19:06:47 +0000 Suz 2153679@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>What <b>Angie</b> said, word for word!!&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/obg-x-3-last-attempts-with-a-fail#post-2153671 Thu, 12 Nov 2020 18:11:29 +0000 Cardiff girl 2153671@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I really like that Kimono!Dont be tempted to get rid of it will you. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/obg-x-3-last-attempts-with-a-fail#post-2153669 Thu, 12 Nov 2020 18:00:32 +0000 nemosmom 2153669@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p><div>Why are great-fitting flares SO hard to find?&nbsp; <br /></div><div><br /></div><div>I love the coral top on you and can see why you've saved it from the donate pile. The color is so pretty with your complexion.</div><div><br /></div><div>The kimono seems like one of those pieces that once you purge it, you feel tempted to add another one.&nbsp; Definitely hang on to it for when you need to scratch the itch!&nbsp; It's a great piece.</div><div><br /></div><div>I like the white details on the olive topper. It adds a sporty element I associate with your style. <br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/obg-x-3-last-attempts-with-a-fail#post-2153649 Thu, 12 Nov 2020 16:38:46 +0000 Minaminu 2153649@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>you look fab in all outfits! The haori jacket is super!&nbsp;</p> <p>I am glad I am not the only one struggling with tank tops, they may look nice but it can be a challenge to find the right underwear! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/obg-x-3-last-attempts-with-a-fail#post-2153637 Thu, 12 Nov 2020 15:17:37 +0000 lyn67 2153637@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I loved nr 1 and 3 at first sight and then only read your conclusions-great minds think alike?:-) </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/obg-x-3-last-attempts-with-a-fail#post-2153634 Thu, 12 Nov 2020 15:09:38 +0000 Anonymous 2153634@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Flares aren't common here either. &nbsp;When and if they do appear, they are SO long that they require major hemming, which is where I jump ship. No time or patience for that last step. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/obg-x-3-last-attempts-with-a-fail#post-2153624 Thu, 12 Nov 2020 12:41:22 +0000 Lynne 2153624@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I love your kimono; what a fabulous summer topper! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/obg-x-3-last-attempts-with-a-fail#post-2153619 Thu, 12 Nov 2020 12:09:26 +0000 Anonymous 2153619@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>My favorite is #1 too! Could you get a nude to you tube top for under the coral blouse? </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/obg-x-3-last-attempts-with-a-fail#post-2153617 Thu, 12 Nov 2020 12:04:48 +0000 Brooklyn 2153617@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I love the olive jacket. I hope you can make it work for you. Maybe with a column of colour, so the proportions feel better?</p> <p>Too bad about the flares. Impossible to find here. I got mine from Zara, where they sold out in 2 seconds (hint to Australian retailers: we are more than ready for flares again). I think they are more a wide leg than a true flare but I’m happy with them.</p> <p>My favourite is outfit 3. Love fresh colour combination with the black jacket.</p> <p>I’ve never been a kimono fan but I understand the appeal for others. I just watched a Trinny Woodhall video, where she made one into a long sleeveless gilet. I think it’s changed my mind about them </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/obg-x-3-last-attempts-with-a-fail#post-2153594 Thu, 12 Nov 2020 05:27:18 +0000 slim cat 2153594@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Love outfit #1 - fab look! The red/coral top should come out of the clothet more often - nice pop of color and great fit. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/obg-x-3-last-attempts-with-a-fail#post-2153582 Thu, 12 Nov 2020 03:22:59 +0000 Bijou 2153582@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Sal - flares are hard to find in Australia too, I have had 'flares' on my wish list for a couple of years - it is a sea of cropped, skinny and mom jeans, but a classic flare or even straight jean is hard to come by. Is there any way of getting your flares altered because the flare style is so great on you. If I saw you out and about I would think you looked very stylish, but not feeling fab due to bad fit or fuss factor means those jeans should either go or be altered. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/obg-x-3-last-attempts-with-a-fail#post-2153579 Thu, 12 Nov 2020 02:59:05 +0000 Sal 2153579@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Thanks Shevia.&nbsp; I will wear it again now summer is here but I do forget about it.&nbsp; It is not very warm of course and I forget about the third piece unless I need it for warmth.</p> <p>Lisa - I think you are right.&nbsp; I am sensitive about fit with jeans- I wasn't fussy enough when buying these flares (flares are hard to find here). </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/obg-x-3-last-attempts-with-a-fail#post-2153577 Thu, 12 Nov 2020 02:45:26 +0000 Anonymous 2153577@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Too bad those flares are too big , because they style is perfect for you . Don’t make yourself wear clothes that don’t fit right - pass them along amd treat yourself to a fresh pair . They’d look great with the kimono too - and that red top as well . </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/obg-x-3-last-attempts-with-a-fail#post-2153575 Thu, 12 Nov 2020 02:42:21 +0000 Jaime 2153575@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Love the kimono outfit on you! Definitely need to cycle the kimono back into your outfits. Your legs look a mile long in #2 and I have never seen you not look fab when wearing the jacket in #3. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/obg-x-3-last-attempts-with-a-fail#post-2153570 Thu, 12 Nov 2020 01:57:33 +0000 Sal 2153570@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Sarah that might work.&nbsp; It is funny when things used to be workhorses but no longer are...</p> <p>Angie, the jacket may work with wider crops, good point!! The coral top gets worn tucked into skirts and even joggers.&nbsp; But it only gets an outing two to three times a year - mind you I am okay with that, sometimes these pieces are just the thing for a change. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/obg-x-3-last-attempts-with-a-fail#post-2153563 Thu, 12 Nov 2020 00:44:11 +0000 Angie 2153563@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>You look lovely as always, <b>Sal</b>! </p> <p>#1 is my KILLER favourite. Gorgeous new hair! I love the juxtaposition of kimono and Birkies. Swish :)</p> <p>I can see why you hung onto the coral top because it's a smashing fit and colour. Have you tried it with a skirt?&nbsp;</p> <p>Try the jacket over a few more dresses, and WIDE crops. See if you prefer those proportions. Probably best over a sleeveless top. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/obg-x-3-last-attempts-with-a-fail#post-2153559 Thu, 12 Nov 2020 00:19:34 +0000 SarahD8 2153559@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Could the jacket go over the coral top? I'm imagining it with a white knit skirt and trainers as kind of a slightly offbeat Christmas combination for your summer holiday season... </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/obg-x-3-last-attempts-with-a-fail#post-2153555 Wed, 11 Nov 2020 23:16:14 +0000 Sal 2153555@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Thanks Carla.&nbsp; I used to like the jacket with a longer top - I am mostly wearing tops tucket or shorter tops and the proportions feel wrong with the cropped jacket.&nbsp; It has outlasted all the pieces I used to wear it with!!&nbsp; I don't even think it works with any of my current dresses.&nbsp; The more I think about it I think it is almost an orphan....</p> <p> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/obg-x-3-last-attempts-with-a-fail#post-2153552 Wed, 11 Nov 2020 23:05:46 +0000 Carla 2153552@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I quite like how the jacket retained white around the zipper and trim. &nbsp;Would you try it with white jeans! &nbsp;Or blue jeans with a white T under, and your white sneakers? &nbsp;Kimono is a lovely classic, so ‘yes’ to keeping it - forever. &nbsp;Warm brights like coral, orange, and yellow&nbsp;<i>really&nbsp;</i>suit you. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/obg-x-3-last-attempts-with-a-fail#post-2153543 Wed, 11 Nov 2020 22:37:13 +0000 Sal 2153543@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I decided to try with three more OBG pieces this week.&nbsp; I do have a few others but either they are regular enough rotation, or they are too dressy, or out of season.</p> <p>1) <b>Kimono</b> (2014).&nbsp; I used to wear this with skinny jeans mostly and a black top and heels.&nbsp; I still like the kimono but don't wear it all that often.&nbsp; I wore it to get a haircut this morning.&nbsp; I look grumpy but I am not.&nbsp; I think the kimono is a classic and worth keeping around.&nbsp; I could see myself wearing it when I am 80!&nbsp;&nbsp;</p> <p>2) <b>Cropped olive jacket</b> (2014)&nbsp; This used to be white and I dyed it olive.&nbsp; This used to be a workhorse but it is no longer.&nbsp; I wore the jacket to add shape to longer looser tops or dresses for a few years, but most of these pieces have now worn out.&nbsp; I don't like this outfit at all and will not rewear.&nbsp; The jacket is the right size, but it now feels a bit high around the neck which I am sensitive about.&nbsp;</p> <p>The flares don't work with the shoes, the flares are a size too big and tend to slip down even with a belt (maybe the cut is just wrong). At the moment I am tempted to edit out the flares but with a higher heeled sandal or a boot, and without this jacket they do work.</p> <p>3) <b>Coral tank</b>.&nbsp; (2015 I think).&nbsp; This needs a cami or body underneath and is tricky to wear,&nbsp; I have stopped buying these sheer tops as I tend not to wear things that have that fussy factor. But this tank has been up for editing out several times and I have resisted it.&nbsp; I usually don't like black and a bright colour on me - but I thought this worked okay.&nbsp; Coral is a favourite colour and every now and then this top feels exactly right.</p> <p>Thanks Carla for a fun challenge!!</p>