https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/outfit-session---input-please Style Advice for Fashion Lovers en-US Sun, 19 Apr 2026 14:07:01 +0000 http://bbpress.org/?v=1.0.2 q https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/search.php https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/outfit-session---input-please/page/2#post-2050919 Tue, 06 Aug 2019 08:08:35 +0000 ligne 2050919@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p><div>Everyones different of course but I thought I'd chip in.</div><div>Rag &amp; Bone wool pants - love</div><div>Reiss grey wool pants - dull and matronly</div><div>Theory silk shell - love the color and the slight metallic dash of drama<br /></div><div>Club Monaco cashmere slash neck sweater - swamps your head and makes your neck look short (when its not!)</div><div>Blush silk Equipment shirt - too shiny and cheap</div><div>Theory olive blazer - I brought one almost identical and got alot of negative "going on safari?" comments.Its a bit busy for your frame<br /></div><div>Club Monaco fawn sweater with woven detail - LOVE this on you, so elegant</div><div>Rust handbag - love, great color with your silver hair and a stylish shape and good size. <br /></div><div><br /></div><div>In the picture of you with the silk top, grey long cardigan and rust bag you look amazing. All the elements seem to work together including the shoes and hair.<br /></div> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/outfit-session---input-please/page/2#post-2050207 Sat, 03 Aug 2019 04:25:19 +0000 Roxanna 2050207@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Carla - airfare the soapbox add I need that reminder! The trouble is that I fall in love and see the possibility in everything. But a few days later often brings sober second thoughts. I will keep this in mind - that you for the reminder </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/outfit-session---input-please/page/2#post-2050173 Sat, 03 Aug 2019 02:36:56 +0000 Jenni NZ 2050173@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Thank you for understanding Roxanna, nice of you. If you love and wear all of it, great.<br /> Thanks Runcarla- nice soapbox! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/outfit-session---input-please/page/2#post-2050163 Sat, 03 Aug 2019 02:23:31 +0000 Carla 2050163@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Jenni, Roxanna - regarding the large closet and editing or aquiring - KEEP and use THE GOOD stuff. If you have lots to choose from, there is no need to 'settle' for less than a '10'. REMEMBER THE HAPPINESS FACTOR for your individual items and your outfits. Honour the person you are with clothes and outfits you love - everyday. Don't feel bad about editing out things that aren't the best of what you own, or returning things that require compromises. As Angie says, fashion should be fun.</p> <p>*stepping off soapbox* </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/outfit-session---input-please/page/2#post-2050154 Sat, 03 Aug 2019 01:42:47 +0000 Roxanna 2050154@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Totally get it, @Jenni. I have a large wardrobe and I love and wear everything. Different strokes for different folks </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/outfit-session---input-please/page/2#post-2050065 Fri, 02 Aug 2019 20:47:08 +0000 Jenni NZ 2050065@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I feel I cannot relate to so many items being tried Roxanna, it’s the opposite of the way I feel I’m going these days? You look gorgeous in almost all of them, as per everyone above- especially the rust shell. And I *can* identify with enjoying a lot of choice, as I like that too, but if the choices are not going to work really well because there is something not quite right at the start, then that would be a waste in many ways. So it is good that you’re asking and weighing all the opinions. Sorry, I feel like I’m being a real downer and taking all the fun out of it I think doing Sal’s challenge in the past month has really made me so cautious on purchasing! I have realised there is only a certain number of items that I can own in order to get wears out of them- barring special occasions, which for any future “black tie” type events I will either wear the one dress like that I own, or might consider renting. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/outfit-session---input-please/page/2#post-2050042 Fri, 02 Aug 2019 19:56:18 +0000 Stagiaire Fash 2050042@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Love that silk blouse on you. It goes well with your hair, IMO. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/outfit-session---input-please/page/2#post-2049979 Fri, 02 Aug 2019 17:41:35 +0000 Angie 2049979@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>YES. I was thinking short toppers, or long coats! Try our gilet too.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/outfit-session---input-please/page/2#post-2049972 Fri, 02 Aug 2019 17:20:55 +0000 Roxanna 2049972@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Got it. I'm always open to honest thoughts - and you and the community here are every so kind in your comments I will do that with the pants and repost! Not sure what toppers would go well though... Maybe shorter ones? Longer ones would hide my waist and be too much with the wide leg pants I think? </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/outfit-session---input-please/page/2#post-2049956 Fri, 02 Aug 2019 17:05:07 +0000 Angie 2049956@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p><b>Roxanna</b>, thanks for the openness to feedback. It's all VERY subjective, and YOU have to feel great in the item. Not us! Try styling the R&amp;B pants properly first, and with some toppers. The pleats are not a quality issue. I simply prefer pleats to direct outwards.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/outfit-session---input-please/page/2#post-2049950 Fri, 02 Aug 2019 16:55:26 +0000 Roxanna 2049950@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Thanks Angie! Your input means so much. I will re-evaluate...never thought about that with the slash neck sweater. R&amp;B pants would for sure be worn with close toed shoes (navy suede boots) but I will try them on and look at the pleats and the rise again. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/outfit-session---input-please/page/2#post-2049929 Fri, 02 Aug 2019 16:06:40 +0000 Angie 2049929@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Late <b>Roxanna,</b>&nbsp;but FWIW: </p> <ul> <li>&nbsp;R&amp;B pants are begging for closed shoes! I don't love them though. Sorry to be the outlier. The fit is a little off - too long in the rise - and the direction of the pleats are&nbsp;turning inwards instead of outward.</li> <li>Reiss&nbsp;pants not great. Return.</li> <li>Funnel&nbsp;neck pullover looks a&nbsp;size small - the&nbsp;funnel is creasing along the collar&nbsp;bone, when it should be roomier. Fit is off.</li> <li>Silk shirt - GORGEOUS and a perfect fit. But you don't love it so I vote return. (The pants in that pic are the bomb, btw!)</li> <li>Rust tank = KILLER</li> <li>Olive jacket = KILLER</li> <li>CM fawn pullover - fabulous, and so is the bag!&nbsp;</li> </ul> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/outfit-session---input-please/page/2#post-2049827 Fri, 02 Aug 2019 02:30:57 +0000 Roxanna 2049827@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Thanks @suntiger! Got some good scores from Winners rust so I might do another session tomorrow.</p> <p>I think my final decisions will be to return the grey pants and the olive blazer (too trendy for me.) Keeping everything else. May return the equipment Blouse too... </p> <p>Thank you all for your input - so so helpful! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/outfit-session---input-please/page/2#post-2048937 Tue, 30 Jul 2019 17:00:23 +0000 Anonymous 2048937@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Love the rust Theory blouse and the bag especially! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/outfit-session---input-please/page/2#post-2048753 Tue, 30 Jul 2019 02:31:46 +0000 Roxanna 2048753@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Thank you all! Such great feedback and honestly do helpful for someone like me, who sees the possibilities in everything and therefore trends to keep everything.</p> <p>I also found it interesting that most people agreed on what to keep and get rid of. The slash neck CM sweater is going back for sure (though I love it!) And I'll try the grey pants again and make a decision. May also return the olive blazer as not everyone is sold on that one.</p> <p> Viva - these were all Winners buys, so they are a season or two old and not linkable, alas (except for the CM sweaters.) Though you could likely Google search them and find them at a clear out price in the US as well. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/outfit-session---input-please/page/2#post-2048629 Mon, 29 Jul 2019 15:34:11 +0000 viva 2048629@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Can you list finds for these items? </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/outfit-session---input-please/page/2#post-2048627 Mon, 29 Jul 2019 15:33:54 +0000 viva 2048627@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I think there are clear winners here based on the agreement from the hive! For the record, I am VERY in favor of keeping the rust shell (I would love to find that for me too), the Equipment shirt (but I love its shine -- personal taste), the bag (amazing) and the fawn CM sweater. Such lovely choices and they all look great on you! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/outfit-session---input-please#post-2048598 Mon, 29 Jul 2019 12:16:41 +0000 RobinF 2048598@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I mostly agree with everyone else, love the shell and rust bag. I really love that blazer, the pockets make it more interesting than if it were plainer.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/outfit-session---input-please#post-2048591 Mon, 29 Jul 2019 11:14:08 +0000 Staysfit 2048591@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Yes to the Rag and Bone trousers, the rust colored shell, and the CM sweater. I like the idea of the olive blazer but think it is a more masculine look because of the large pockets and think they overwhelm your petite frame. Even thought it looks like it fits perfectly, I would pass on this one. I am not sure about the Equipment blouse, it looks like if may be pulling a little in front, but it may only be a wrinkle. It’s gorgeous though, and if it fits I would keep. I am not a fan of the higher necked sweater or the Reiss trousers. They pale in comparison with the other items and I think you should pass on them. I don’t think it’s just wrinkles with the trousers. I like the higher waistline of the Rag and Bone, and I also like the color and look of the material. It just looks more elegant. The Reiss, just look flat. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/outfit-session---input-please#post-2048585 Mon, 29 Jul 2019 10:54:31 +0000 Jaime 2048585@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Have only read Carla's comment above but agree with her assessment. The neckline on the Theory shell is beautiful on you. I think the Equipment blouse is magical on you. (Ok, I found two Equipment tops this trip so I might be biased ).&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/outfit-session---input-please#post-2048239 Sat, 27 Jul 2019 15:53:43 +0000 Carla 2048239@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>R&amp;B trousers - keep<br /> Rust Theory shell - keep<br /> Blush pink Equipment shirt - keep<br /> Olive jacket - I really, really, really like this - but, does it pass the hug test? (Wrap your arms around yourself in a hug to see if the shoulders are comfortable. ). The fit looks good, but the arm length is a tad short - so I'm just wondering about the size. FWIW, I'm going to see if our local Winners has this jacket in stock - I love it that much!<br /> Rust bag - keep!!</p> <p>You are onto something with your colour choices. The rust, olive, and millineal pink are gorgeous with your skin and hair. FWIW, I see the 'shiny' shirt as your style. You DO have a few things that have a 'glow' or 'sheen' about them, and I think of that as one of your signitures. Furthermore, the fit is beautiful - looks like it was made for you.</p> <p>My local Winners had two Frette duvet covers last time I was there! You just never know! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/outfit-session---input-please#post-2048219 Sat, 27 Jul 2019 14:02:10 +0000 Janet 2048219@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I love the R&amp;B trousers and wish I had a need for them (but I look horrible in pleats - even though I have the same body descriptors you do, I’m bigger all over and shorter in the torso). They are outstanding on you. </p> <p>Love the shell and the olive blazer (a little more casual but still nicely refined) and the bag. I’m less fond of the sweaters but maybe that’s the heat talking. The grey trousers pale in comparison to the R&amp;Bs but might be worth exploring the option of altering if they are useful to you. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/outfit-session---input-please#post-2048206 Sat, 27 Jul 2019 12:49:24 +0000 bj1111 2048206@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>What Lisa said. The olive jacket is a great piece that will age well even if it’s not as trendy as it is now. Sleek simple supporting acts key is shine as kkards points out.</p> <p>I’m not feeling the equipment blouse on you. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/outfit-session---input-please#post-2048187 Sat, 27 Jul 2019 11:25:50 +0000 Kathie 2048187@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Love the rust bag, Theory silk shell and fawn sweater. Gorgeous and luxe!</p> <p>I’m afraid I’m a naysayer on the R&amp;B pants. The fit looks off at the waist, just below the waistband. It could be the angle, or how you’re standing, but the pleats appear to be pulling open. (I will also admit that I have a poison eye for this fit detail on myself, so I may be overly sensitive.)</p> <p>I agree with the general sentiment about the Reiss trousers- not quite right.</p> <p>The slash neck does appear too high for you, so glad you’re returning. The blush silk blouse is gorgeous, but I think the print might be a bit too ditzy for where you are heading on this leg of your style journey, so I’m glad you’re leaning toward returning that as well.</p> <p>The olive jacket is super interesting and different- I really like the styling in #2/3 of this one. BTW, the slim black trousers you’re wearing are gorgeous on you. Beautiful fit, luxurious drape of the fabric.</p> <p>You found some wonderful pieces! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/outfit-session---input-please#post-2048186 Sat, 27 Jul 2019 10:55:30 +0000 Preppy Pear 2048186@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I don’t have much to add, but I feel compelled to respond to all these gorgeous looks! Agree with comments slash-neck sweater and the Reiss pants - you still look fab, but compared to the other pieces they aren’t quite as good. The shell, the R and B pants, the other CM sweater, and the Equipment shirt (love the subtle pattern) are all tens in my book. The Theory jacket is fabulous and I love that olive on you. it doesn’t seem fussy but does have a utility/uniform vibe to it that the other pieces you’ve shown don’t have. But it’s still polished and luxe.<br /> Thanks so much - this is very inspiring! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/outfit-session---input-please#post-2048168 Sat, 27 Jul 2019 05:22:45 +0000 Echo 2048168@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I mostly agree with the rest, and the first trousers are fab. The detailing makes them exquisite. But I rather like the olive blazer, and I think the issue has more to do with the pants it is paired with than the blazer itself. The picture with the jacket closer- up is much better, making me think that the blazer itself is fine, but the rest of the outfit isn't a good complement for it.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/outfit-session---input-please#post-2048164 Sat, 27 Jul 2019 04:09:43 +0000 The Cat 2048164@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>You have a beautiful figure and absolutely don't look short-waisted.</p> <p>I like the Rag &amp; Bone pants worn with tucked-in tops.</p> <p>The silk shell (style as well as colour) looks fab on you.</p> <p>The silk shirt blouse is lovely. Perhaps best with dark grey or another deep colour, to provide some contrast.</p> <p>The olive blazer would look even better on you without the two lower pockets. By the way, your olive/brown shoes look so perfect for your style.</p> <p>I love the Club Monaco sweater on you, tucked as well as untucked.</p> <p>The light grey pants and the slash neck sweater both look less interesting than your usual style.</p> <p>Finally, just a tip: A nude bra can be very useful under thin sweaters and other tops. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/outfit-session---input-please#post-2048159 Sat, 27 Jul 2019 03:54:01 +0000 Firecracker (Sharan) 2048159@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p> <div>I love the Rag &amp; Bone trousers on you, too. Are they in the color that you want to add to your wardrobe?</div><div>I do think the slash neck looks a little high. I love the fawn sweater, and think the neckline is much prettier on you.</div><div>The light gray pants are not as good a fit as the fabulous ones you are wearing to show the olive blazer. And you said you want narrower legged trousers. They don't seem like a 10 to me. Look for some camel ones instead. :)<br /></div><div>Love the tank. And the bag!<br /></div><div>Also love the olive blazer on you. On whether it is too fussy: it looks dynamite with the plain, very elegant trousers you are using as a support act here. And we are in a style moment in which more is more--extreme pattern mixing, etc. So you could pop it over a print blouse and some plaid trousers, too, and be totally chic and on trend.</div><div>The Equipment blouse is very pretty on you. But if you don't love it and really look forward to wearing it, let it go back and make room for something you do love.<br /></div><div><br /></div></p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/outfit-session---input-please#post-2048152 Sat, 27 Jul 2019 02:54:16 +0000 Roxanna 2048152@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>OMG - You guys are so helpful, honestly. I'd never be able to decide this on my own. Is just keep it all, thinking I'd find a way to make it work, and then feel less than fab.</p> <p>I will try the grey trousers again - pressed and hemmed with safety pins - to see if they work. If not, neck they go. Alas, as much as I love that slash neck sweater, I knew it didn't work for my small and sloping shoulder line. It will go back.</p> <p>I'm glad everyone likes the R &amp; B pants - they were a last minute impulse buy, but I really like them too. Great for hourglass or pear figures. 100% wool, made in the USA - $465 USD, on sale for $99 CAD. If you are near a Winners, take a look! </p> <p>I understand the theory blazer is an acquired taste - I will try it on with a few other pants to see if it works. I think I like it though. </p> <p>Thank you all for all the time, efforts and constructive comments. It really makes a huge difference to have such a supportive but honest and objective community. You guys rock xo </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/outfit-session---input-please#post-2048148 Sat, 27 Jul 2019 02:23:12 +0000 smittie 2048148@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Rust shell and olive cargo blazer are keepers for sure!! Love those, and they’re right in line with your goal to add more warm colours.</p> <p>Gorgeous bag. I’m drooling. </p>