https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/okay-or-too-intense Style Advice for Fashion Lovers en-US Fri, 10 Apr 2026 11:04:13 +0000 http://bbpress.org/?v=1.0.2 q https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/search.php https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/okay-or-too-intense/page/2#post-999406 Mon, 05 Aug 2013 23:16:08 +0000 Maria 999406@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Not with this skirt, but I love the top! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/okay-or-too-intense/page/2#post-998706 Sun, 04 Aug 2013 23:35:38 +0000 unfrumped 998706@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I'm on the fence about the blouse, so I look forward to other stylings. It seemed a bit long rather than too big. I chose the red stripe for lower contrast since strongB&amp;W geometrics don't work so well for me. You may find it's too much, but I hear you on wanting to try it for fun at a good price point-- same here. Play in your closet and see! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/okay-or-too-intense/page/2#post-998675 Sun, 04 Aug 2013 22:33:30 +0000 rae 998675@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I love the top and am glad ot seems you kept it! Like Jenava, I think it is a pants topper. Jeans and slacks! I cannot see enough of tbe boots to tell </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/okay-or-too-intense/page/2#post-998617 Sun, 04 Aug 2013 19:07:13 +0000 MsMary 998617@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I think the top looks like it was made for you!&nbsp; Not a fan of the boots with the pencil skirt, but I think they will be fab with other bottoms! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/okay-or-too-intense/page/2#post-998450 Sun, 04 Aug 2013 13:44:10 +0000 Mochi 998450@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Skipped most comments. To be honest, I did not like this shirt on Angie. I am not overly fond of it. So maybe I can't judge whether it suits you or not. The boots: How much are you concerned with flattery? I think for women with comparatively shorter legs, mid-calf boots pose a problem, as they hit at the thicker part of the lower leg. But that may not be your priority. It was also hard to see what the boots looked like in that pic.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/okay-or-too-intense/page/2#post-998434 Sun, 04 Aug 2013 12:39:31 +0000 Sarah A 998434@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I wasnt on yesterday but this morning i saw the top and i think keep was a great choice. It is all in the styling i believe and im probably projecting my love of bold stripes but i think it looks great. Yes, you are petite but you have a strong shoulder line that works well with this top allowing it to hang nicely. Ill be excited to see how the moto boots play with your closet too! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/okay-or-too-intense/page/2#post-998414 Sun, 04 Aug 2013 11:36:46 +0000 Suz 998414@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Mona, did you get your pieces yet? Can't wait to see them on you!&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/okay-or-too-intense#post-998408 Sun, 04 Aug 2013 11:30:02 +0000 Mona 998408@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>So glad you kept the top, Suz. I could see potential in this. We are now the peloine top twins. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/okay-or-too-intense#post-998324 Sun, 04 Aug 2013 04:45:41 +0000 Suz 998324@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Thanks so much for your honest responses, everyone. Much appreciated. It is obviously a tough decision and these were the items I waffled over most! &nbsp;I should explain that for us Canadians, "styling" is pretty much impossible because these are dressing room try ons and we have to make our decisions then and there, and there are no returns for us (except at big expense) so we are throwing the stuff on as we can...I needed a bottom to show the blouse,&nbsp;and didn't have another bottom to wear!</p> <p>Also, tall Sveta took one pic (and I took the other) so the proportions are all out of kilter. So I think maybe you weren't getting the actual effect.&nbsp;</p> <p>I ended up taking both pieces. I can return next time I go to the US if I decide to. I will style them at home to get a better sense.&nbsp;</p> <p>I tend to agree with those of you who feel the black and white is too strong for me. I am lower contrast and it's a bit much for me. <b>BUT</b>, it's also a low-cost very fun piece, and I do love black and white. So worth a try. The fit on the top is actually good when seen IRL, I think.&nbsp;</p> <p>Interesting that you are seeing the boots as too rugged for me. They are very refined for a moto type boot - the Angie pick Aquatalias.&nbsp;</p> <p> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/okay-or-too-intense#post-998274 Sun, 04 Aug 2013 03:33:59 +0000 Marley 998274@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Firecracker identified the other "problem" that I have with this top!&nbsp; It reminds me too much of a referee or umpire.&nbsp; Just put a number on the back of your blouse, give you a whistle - and there ya' go!&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/okay-or-too-intense#post-998263 Sun, 04 Aug 2013 03:24:56 +0000 Jenava 998263@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I like the top, but I think the top plus the skirt plus the boots isn't a good proportion, and some people may see the top as the culprit. &nbsp;I see the top as lovely, but it needs a nice pair of skinny black pants or a longer more tapered skirt.</p> <p>As you said, you wouldn't wear the boots w the skirt, but I think it's throwing us off! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/okay-or-too-intense#post-998262 Sun, 04 Aug 2013 03:23:23 +0000 Firecracker (Sharan) 998262@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I'm not in love with the top, although I think it's the styling as much as anything. With black tapered pants I think it would look smashing. I especially like the style on you--lovely flow and drape. I will admit I'm not a fan of vertical b&amp;w stripes (a little reminiscent of referee wear, to me) but setting aside my own quirk on that. <br />Love the boots! Love them on you! I think you can even wear them with this skirt, with a different top (a shirt hanging out underneath a cropped jean jacket, for instance). </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/okay-or-too-intense#post-998254 Sun, 04 Aug 2013 03:16:29 +0000 Jeanie 998254@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I like the blouse on you. &nbsp;I noticed when Angie wore an oversized blouse she half tucked it into black dress pants with a belt which probably took away some of the volume. &nbsp;So maybe try with pants. &nbsp;I think the boots have good attitude! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/okay-or-too-intense#post-998240 Sun, 04 Aug 2013 02:53:05 +0000 Deborah 998240@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Suz, I think the style of the top works but the stripes are overwhelming. I a.so wonder if the top is a little long? The boots look good but how firm are they around the leg? In the photo they look "tight"? </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/okay-or-too-intense#post-998236 Sun, 04 Aug 2013 02:49:28 +0000 Marley 998236@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Not a fan of either the top or the boots.&nbsp; The blouse (as others have already said) looks big on you and I don't think the colors (black &amp; white) are nearly as flattering on you as "softer" colors.&nbsp; I have a sleeveless blouse that is this style - and I'm just a titch under 5'5" - and the only way that I feel comfortable wearing it is if I pair it with slim skinnies and wear a shoe with a heel -&nbsp;otherwise there is&nbsp;just too much volume on my frame.&nbsp; I think that Angie can wear this style because she is taller than you or me!&nbsp; As for the boots, if you are going to wear them only as gear, then I think they're fine - but otherwise, I'm just not sure.&nbsp; They look like they hit you right across the widest part of your calf - which doesn't really matter if you are going to only wear them with dark pants/jeans/tights.&nbsp; The fact that they are waterproof though is really great!&nbsp; (Sorry, I'm not helping much am I?) </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/okay-or-too-intense#post-998195 Sun, 04 Aug 2013 01:43:34 +0000 rachylou 998195@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>You look amazing in this blouse! I think it's a hard one to wear. </p> <p>Not crazy about the boots, to be honest. I feel like the sole is too small and delicate for the hardware... but that maybe due to the contrast with the other things you're trying on there. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/okay-or-too-intense#post-998178 Sun, 04 Aug 2013 01:25:28 +0000 Karie 998178@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Not a fan of the top - it looks a bit overwhelming on you, I think the stripes are too big. I like the boots. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/okay-or-too-intense#post-998169 Sun, 04 Aug 2013 01:14:07 +0000 Sona 998169@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Love the top. Not so sure about the boots? </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/okay-or-too-intense#post-998158 Sun, 04 Aug 2013 01:01:53 +0000 Eliza 998158@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Late to weigh in, Suz. &nbsp;I think the top appears as&nbsp;too much of a 50/50 proportion with the skirt, but perhaps with pants it would be a win. &nbsp; The boots might work well with pants, but seem a bit hard to assess&nbsp;with the skirt. &nbsp;You are looking great and I hope NAS is working out for both of you.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/okay-or-too-intense#post-998136 Sun, 04 Aug 2013 00:37:36 +0000 Thistle 998136@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I am not really a fan of either. The top is overwhelming, especially the the graphic stripes on your fairer coloring.</p> <p>The bots and quite tomboy and I envision you as mom urban prince. I see them more o n knightly Ceit, but perhaps you are looking for a style twist? </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/okay-or-too-intense#post-998131 Sun, 04 Aug 2013 00:35:00 +0000 velvetychocolate 998131@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I'm with Isis and Joy - the top with the stripes is a bit overhwhelming somehow - but then again, paired with some plain, slim-ish dress trousers, it might be a whole different picture. </p> <p>I'd have to see (the striped cross-over blouse) with some fluid/slim dress pants to give a better opinion. </p> <p>Hmm...you have a lot of other fab pieces there to choose from. I vote leave the striped cross-over top. </p> <p>The boots on the other hand? They look really good. As long as they are comfortable, good quality and you can see yourself wearing the heck out of them this fall/winter with pants - definitely keep. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/okay-or-too-intense#post-998110 Sun, 04 Aug 2013 00:18:17 +0000 Anonymous 998110@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I'd give the top a pass but the boots sound great. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/okay-or-too-intense#post-998104 Sun, 04 Aug 2013 00:05:53 +0000 Jjsloane 998104@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>In its entirety this outfit is stumpifying. I am not a fan of the top for you - overwhelming volume and bold print. I like the boots in context of with tucked skinny&nbsp;jeans or tights.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/okay-or-too-intense#post-998097 Sat, 03 Aug 2013 23:57:59 +0000 Peri 998097@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Sorry Suz, I can't believe I'm saying this...but I don't like it! Yes, it is overwhelming on you I think. My immediate reaction was bathrobe or hairdressers smock. I don't think it is up to par with your usual fabulousness. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/okay-or-too-intense#post-998092 Sat, 03 Aug 2013 23:53:22 +0000 Lisa 998092@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I like the booties but not with the skirt.&nbsp; They look too rugged for this skirt.&nbsp; The top, black and white is great, but it looks like it overwhelms you, I vote pass on the top and try the booties with jeans. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/okay-or-too-intense#post-998071 Sat, 03 Aug 2013 22:46:41 +0000 DeclawedJaguar 998071@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I also find the top overwhelming on you, probably more because of the length than the pattern. The boots seem great for you, although it's hard to see the details. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/okay-or-too-intense#post-998054 Sat, 03 Aug 2013 21:55:43 +0000 Isis 998054@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p><u></u>Not fond of the top---overwhelming on you---maybe too big?&nbsp; (or maybe the pattern is too big...)</p> <p>Boots are great! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/okay-or-too-intense#post-998038 Sat, 03 Aug 2013 21:43:20 +0000 Mona 998038@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Love the top on you but not with this skirt. I think proportions are a bit off. Boots should be fine wearing with pants. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/okay-or-too-intense#post-998031 Sat, 03 Aug 2013 21:35:25 +0000 Lyn D. 998031@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Love the shape of this top on you Suz!<br />Are you comfortable with the stripes?<br />The boots look cosy and perfect for cooler, wet days. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/okay-or-too-intense#post-998028 Sat, 03 Aug 2013 21:29:47 +0000 ManidipaM 998028@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Then I agree with Parsley. And YES I know they are waterproof and have an yen for them myself </p>