https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/project-dark-romance---pearls-brooches Style Advice for Fashion Lovers en-US Wed, 15 Apr 2026 06:26:01 +0000 http://bbpress.org/?v=1.0.2 q https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/search.php https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/project-dark-romance---pearls-brooches/page/2#post-1929662 Tue, 19 Jun 2018 01:31:23 +0000 Brooklyn 1929662@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Thanks for the enthusiasm Beth Ann and Sterling!</p> <p>Suz, thanks! I have found that having a theme has made me more focussed when considering purchases. I have rejected/returned a few things which I liked but which I felt were not contributing to the project. That's good for me because I don't want my wardrobe getting any bigger and I like pretty much everything in my wardrobe to work with everything else for maximum variety (although I know that is ambitious). If I stick with a theme, that is more realistic. And it's just a fun way to approach outfit creation. I hope you come up with a theme too! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/project-dark-romance---pearls-brooches/page/2#post-1929647 Tue, 19 Jun 2018 00:35:57 +0000 Beth Ann 1929647@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Love your use of layering and accessories.&nbsp; Your planning makes all the difference, too.&nbsp; It inspires me to get in my closet for capsule creation! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/project-dark-romance---pearls-brooches/page/2#post-1929450 Mon, 18 Jun 2018 12:41:17 +0000 Suz 1929450@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Could you possibly be any more gorgeous? I don't think so. <b>WOW</b>! Impossible to pick favourites here because all are great. But I do adore you in the teal. Your hair looks amazing with the bit of copper.&nbsp;</p> <p>I love how you are incorporating bits of vintage and also love your dark florals. But more than anything I love how you picked a kind of theme to work with for the season. I am really interested to try something similar.&nbsp;</p> <p> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/project-dark-romance---pearls-brooches/page/2#post-1929445 Mon, 18 Jun 2018 12:20:09 +0000 Anonymous 1929445@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I am so excited to read this post and all the comments!!&nbsp; I'll have to come back later today though to do it justice.&nbsp;&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/project-dark-romance---pearls-brooches/page/2#post-1929436 Mon, 18 Jun 2018 12:07:47 +0000 Brooklyn 1929436@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Windchime and Chris987, thanks! That’s exactly what I am trying to achieve - a slight shift in the direction of dark romance. Not a big change - so I can work with lots that I already have. The great thing about that list I made is that when I am putting together an outfit I can think - this is looking a bit hard edge, I need more romance. What can I add? Small touches like the floral bag charm give me a big thrill. (Yes, I am a fashion tragic.) And Etsy has so much unique stuff. It is totally addictive.</p> <p>Lyn, thanks! Glad you like the boots. I had originally planned to buy them in burgundy but then I got black instead because it’s more versatile for me. The burgundy ones are on sale now but I am hoping for a deeper discount. Stalking...</p> <p>And thanks Kathie! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/project-dark-romance---pearls-brooches/page/2#post-1929432 Mon, 18 Jun 2018 11:52:40 +0000 Chris987 1929432@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I just went back and reviewed your whole series on&nbsp;your new&nbsp;dark romance vibe and LOVE how organized you were about it, and how it takes your existing style in a new direction but without a lot of change to your fundamental style. It's like you grew a new branch on your style tree but the trunk and other branches are still alive an healthy. </p> <p>I especially love how you defined a long list of elements that would work for this new style and then found a bunch of them. I'm thinking about copying your approach....especially the shopping on Etsy for vintage costume jewelry and the tip about key ring jewelry making great purse jewelry. </p> <p>I've long been a fan of your style, and this new look&nbsp;is really fantastic on you! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/project-dark-romance---pearls-brooches/page/2#post-1929424 Mon, 18 Jun 2018 11:22:59 +0000 lyn67 1929424@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Wow, those lace up boots! And to have them even in burgundy!!! They really are an determinative element for the dark romance you are doing now, with such a panache! Love the colors and the new jewelery, too! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/project-dark-romance---pearls-brooches/page/2#post-1929412 Mon, 18 Jun 2018 09:52:09 +0000 Kathie 1929412@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Nodding along in agreement with all the comments. The teal jacket is gorgeous on you, and your new hair color is a lovely change for winter. Love the floral skirt, too! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/project-dark-romance---pearls-brooches#post-1929358 Mon, 18 Jun 2018 01:08:15 +0000 Windchime 1929358@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>You’re incorporating Dark Romance brilliantly! You’re adding key elements of the style while staying completely authentic to your own style. It’s fun to see how outfits. I love burgundy on you, always, and your new jewelry additions are fab. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/project-dark-romance---pearls-brooches#post-1929353 Mon, 18 Jun 2018 00:55:16 +0000 Brooklyn 1929353@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Thanks jill58! Cohesion is one of my primary goals. When I first came to the forum I was all over the place.</p> <p>Thanks Angie!</p> <p>Thanks cousin MJ. Your approval means a lot!</p> <p>And thanks again Gryffin. I like that idea. Although cropped sweaters for grown ups can be hard to find. I am intrigued by Peruvian Connection. LOTS to like there. Do you know about their sizing? I am always confused about S/M/L type sizing, as I vary between S and M. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/project-dark-romance---pearls-brooches#post-1929318 Sun, 17 Jun 2018 20:43:04 +0000 jill58 1929318@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Wow, so gorgeous. You make me wish it was fall here. Your look is so cohesive, I just love it -- inspiring, as always! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/project-dark-romance---pearls-brooches#post-1929301 Sun, 17 Jun 2018 17:35:29 +0000 Angie 1929301@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>LOVE the bling, and teal is sublime on you. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/project-dark-romance---pearls-brooches#post-1929300 Sun, 17 Jun 2018 17:34:39 +0000 Angie 1929300@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Killer Gorgeous all round as always. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/project-dark-romance---pearls-brooches#post-1929288 Sun, 17 Jun 2018 15:52:30 +0000 Mirjana 1929288@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>First of all, your collection of jewellery is incredible, so many lovely pearls and chains, and now brooches. All outfits are delightful, I try to pick favourite but I can't. If I have to do it would be with skirts, you Queen of skirts. As I adore burgundy, my favorite is #2, then #11-12, and #6-7. You hair is great and you look amazing like always, Brooklyn. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/project-dark-romance---pearls-brooches#post-1929278 Sun, 17 Jun 2018 15:23:08 +0000 gryffin 1929278@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p><a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.peruvianconnection.com/product/301902-pima+cotton+chaco+lace+cardigan.do?sortby=ourPicks">http://www.peruvianconnection......do?sortby=</a><a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.peruvianconnection.com/product/940432-bohemienne+pima+cotton+pullover.do?sortby=ourPicks">http://www.peruvianconnection......do?sortby=</a><a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.peruvianconnection.com/product/860301-baby+alpaca+collectors+pullover.do?sortby=ourPicks">http://www.peruvianconnection......y=ourPicks</a><br />Brooklyn - I actually think you figured out the secret to warm weather, sheer, lacy, layers.&nbsp; I have a black cropped sweater which I layer over a tank.&nbsp; You'd need to find even thinner and shorter or sleeveless but that kind of textural interest works.&nbsp; Sleeveless with broach or layered necklaces, your bag accessories, interesting sandals.&nbsp;<a rel="nofollow" href="https://www.coach.com/coach-sport-slide-with-tea-rose/G1791.html?cgid=women-shoes-sandals&amp;dwvar_color=BLK#cgid=women-shoes-sandals&amp;start=8">https://www.coach.com/coach-sp.....038;dwvar_</a><a rel="nofollow" href="https://www.coach.com/coach-c115-slip-on/G1235.html?cgid=women-shoes&amp;dwvar_color=BLK#viewAll=true&amp;cgid=women-shoes&amp;start=28">https://www.coach.com/coach-c1.....iewAll=tru</a><br />I think you can keep the vibe but make it lighter.&nbsp; Just thoughts!!&nbsp; You look amazing!! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/project-dark-romance---pearls-brooches#post-1929244 Sun, 17 Jun 2018 12:16:30 +0000 Brooklyn 1929244@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Amy Isabella, thank you! That is so sweet. You made my day. It’s great that it looks effortless because I put a fair bit of thought into it! I love the whole process of experimentation in putting together outfits. It’s a real creative outlet for me. That’s why I am enjoying this project :)</p> <p>Efbgen, thanks. Better get thee to Etsy! There is plenty there for the sporty classic type too :)</p> <p>Jessikams, thanks for that comment. I run warm so I rarely wear a jacket indoors. At work I might put a jacket on for a meeting or a trip to our conference room (which is cold) but generally I am most comfy indoors when I am layer free. So how the outfit looks without jacket is important to me.</p> <p>And thank you Toban, Rachy, Elly and Always Trying. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/project-dark-romance---pearls-brooches#post-1929234 Sun, 17 Jun 2018 10:12:50 +0000 Amy Isabella 1929234@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Ooops, meant to add that your hair looks beautiful too! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/project-dark-romance---pearls-brooches#post-1929232 Sun, 17 Jun 2018 10:07:52 +0000 Amy Isabella 1929232@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>W.O.W. - Love, Love, Love every single one. Just beyond fab and super elegant. You ALWAYS make everything look so effortless too. GORGEOUS. Might just 'have' to bookmark this for inspiration </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/project-dark-romance---pearls-brooches#post-1929231 Sun, 17 Jun 2018 10:04:07 +0000 Anonymous 1929231@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Your looks are beyond fantastic!<br /> I absolutely love your collection of pearls and chains ( which I think look great together when I am not wearing scarves) and those brooches..... color me jealous.<br /> Your wardrobe and styling is totally awesome and you have given this sporty classic some great inspiration.<br /> Super well done </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/project-dark-romance---pearls-brooches#post-1929230 Sun, 17 Jun 2018 10:00:33 +0000 Toban 1929230@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Absolutely stunning! Your jackets fit perfectly and your accessorizing is inspiring. I am learning lots from your project. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/project-dark-romance---pearls-brooches#post-1929227 Sun, 17 Jun 2018 09:47:02 +0000 Jessikams 1929227@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>You look soooooo good! Very sharp and put together. I admire how your outfits look good both with and without outer layer. I really struggle with that. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/project-dark-romance---pearls-brooches#post-1929200 Sun, 17 Jun 2018 05:51:55 +0000 rachylou 1929200@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>So fab! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/project-dark-romance---pearls-brooches#post-1929199 Sun, 17 Jun 2018 05:35:37 +0000 Elly 1929199@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I see the inspiration coming thru as well as the 90s moments. I really like the copper wash in your hair! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/project-dark-romance---pearls-brooches#post-1929197 Sun, 17 Jun 2018 03:59:50 +0000 always trying 1929197@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Love them all. so well put together.&nbsp; Amazing jewelry. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/project-dark-romance---pearls-brooches#post-1929196 Sun, 17 Jun 2018 03:27:54 +0000 Brooklyn 1929196@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Thanks Shevia. I have never been a pearl wearer before and I was also really taken with the lightness and romance that they add to a dark outfit.</p> <p>Bijou, thanks! I am really enjoying the brooches too. They add such drama. How did I ignore this avenue of adornment for so long!</p> <p>Gryffin, thanks! And thanks for all the suggestions and inspiration. I am wearing the JP jacket again today! I can believe it about the summer tops. I have been looking at what’s available at US retailers because I am going to the US next month and I thought I could do some early summer shopping. But nothing has taken my fancy. I am enjoying playing around with this look but I think it’s going to be hard to translate it into a summer look. I think the jewellery will be useful. </p> <p>SarahD8, thanks! Eventually when I collect enough brooches that make an interesting group I want to try out a multi brooch look of wearing 5+ brooches. But I haven’t got the right ingredients yet. </p> <p>And thank you for the lovely compliments Mainelady, Sally, Becky, Jussie, UF, Runcarla, Joy and Nadya. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/project-dark-romance---pearls-brooches#post-1929189 Sun, 17 Jun 2018 02:32:53 +0000 Jaime 1929189@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Well I tried but cannot pick a favorite. They are all delightful - I was really struck how the pearls and other jewelry lit up the dark outfits. I like the copper hair too - subtle but distinct difference. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/project-dark-romance---pearls-brooches#post-1929188 Sun, 17 Jun 2018 02:31:52 +0000 Mainelady 1929188@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Project dark romance and the darker copper rinse are wonderful on you! Each look is gorgeous. Especially love your necklaces and brooches. Perfect accessories. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/project-dark-romance---pearls-brooches#post-1929187 Sun, 17 Jun 2018 02:29:12 +0000 Sal 1929187@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>These look gorgeous Brooklyn - the jewelry adds that finishing touch.&nbsp; The new boots have slotted in seamlessly as well.&nbsp; Really great set of looks. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/project-dark-romance---pearls-brooches#post-1929186 Sun, 17 Jun 2018 02:27:23 +0000 Bijou 1929186@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I love all of these and I am enjoying this extension to your style. The teal jacket is a beautiful colour and the fit is perfect. So lovely to see your dark florals too, as #5 is beautiful. As for getting the boots in burgundy, you must get these. The boots fit your style so well.<br /> I have been wearing some brooches this winter and am enjoying the lift they give to dresses, coats and jackets. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/project-dark-romance---pearls-brooches#post-1929185 Sun, 17 Jun 2018 02:15:12 +0000 Becky 1929185@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Nice! Those boots are fabulous. It's hard to pick a favorite look, they're all so great. </p>