https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/sept-challenge---mixing-the-old-the-new Style Advice for Fashion Lovers en-US Sat, 25 Apr 2026 06:00:23 +0000 http://bbpress.org/?v=1.0.2 q https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/search.php https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/sept-challenge---mixing-the-old-the-new#post-1552183 Sat, 05 Sep 2015 16:13:43 +0000 Cerinda 1552183@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>They're all grea! Pack. that. skirt. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/sept-challenge---mixing-the-old-the-new#post-1551935 Sat, 05 Sep 2015 01:50:58 +0000 Maneera 1551935@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Thanks Alasse. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/sept-challenge---mixing-the-old-the-new#post-1551706 Fri, 04 Sep 2015 18:57:35 +0000 Alassë 1551706@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>The top in #2 has neat details, and I like the neckline + necklace pairing in #5. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/sept-challenge---mixing-the-old-the-new#post-1551696 Fri, 04 Sep 2015 18:39:16 +0000 Anonymous 1551696@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Wowzer! You look great in all iterations to my eye. The yellow shorts look fab with the stripes to make a great casual outfit. The floral dress is pretty without being too sweet&nbsp;and finally the denim skirt looks great as the weight of the fabric works in its favour...to Sara's point about if it&nbsp;were flimsier fabric. And you have great legs! Oh, and I second Una's suggestion for grey with yellow as it sounds fab! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/sept-challenge---mixing-the-old-the-new#post-1551672 Fri, 04 Sep 2015 18:00:28 +0000 Maneera 1551672@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Thanks Jenn! I guess you're right. Its probably just in my head! Also - the skirt is straight so I may be thinking it's shorter, while the flared hem of the frock makes it seem ok because the edge of the hem doesn't sit close to my thighs. But I saw the photos very closely and you're right. Infact the dress may even be shorter! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/sept-challenge---mixing-the-old-the-new#post-1551657 Fri, 04 Sep 2015 17:45:56 +0000 Jenn 1551657@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>What fun, bright summer outfits! To my eye, that denim skirt doesn't look much shorter than the dress, and they both seem appropriate. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/sept-challenge---mixing-the-old-the-new#post-1551641 Fri, 04 Sep 2015 17:21:00 +0000 Maneera 1551641@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Thanks Beth. I use this small cute cross body bag everyday. It's just the right size for my phone, iPod and keys when I go for my long walk Infact I have 3 this size....works very well for me on an everyday basis </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/sept-challenge---mixing-the-old-the-new#post-1551559 Fri, 04 Sep 2015 15:38:23 +0000 Maneera 1551559@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Oh Una...that's a great idea! I just don't understand what to wear with yellow, but grey sounds great! I'll try grey next time....it'll tone down the outfit a bit further. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/sept-challenge---mixing-the-old-the-new#post-1551533 Fri, 04 Sep 2015 15:13:33 +0000 catgirl 1551533@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Love these outfits!&nbsp; The denim skirt is a great fit.&nbsp; I would wear those yellow shorts with a mid or dark grey, but that's me - your color combo is lovely. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/sept-challenge---mixing-the-old-the-new#post-1551528 Fri, 04 Sep 2015 15:11:17 +0000 BethT 1551528@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Wow, you look great in all! &nbsp; #2 Really shows off your figure and I love the colors. &nbsp;</p> <p>The denim skirt is not too short at all. &nbsp;And I echo Sara L that because denim is a heavier and stiffer fabric, you can go a big shorter without it being obscene! LOL! &nbsp; I really love that cute little purse, too.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/sept-challenge---mixing-the-old-the-new#post-1551526 Fri, 04 Sep 2015 15:09:22 +0000 Maneera 1551526@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Thanks Sara. I think you're absolutely right. I really loved the top the moment I saw it too. The lace at the back is so unexpected, and hence, so cool! </p> <p>Thanks Kiddo....think I should take the denim skirt outfit to Singapore? </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/sept-challenge---mixing-the-old-the-new#post-1551487 Fri, 04 Sep 2015 14:09:58 +0000 Ankita 1551487@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Naice! U should def wear tht denim skirt more...looks great ☺ </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/sept-challenge---mixing-the-old-the-new#post-1551485 Fri, 04 Sep 2015 14:07:26 +0000 Sara L. 1551485@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>These are all great! &nbsp;The skirt is definitely not too short (my tolerance for skirt length is pretty high though). &nbsp;Plus, I think the fabric and style can make a big difference - this same length in a flimsy, flared style might read much shorter than this straight denim skirt. &nbsp;I love both your striped shirts and the lace on the back of the first top is a nice touch and somewhat unexpected. &nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/sept-challenge---mixing-the-old-the-new#post-1551447 Fri, 04 Sep 2015 12:45:25 +0000 Maneera 1551447@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Lyn...you can't see my back in this photo. The skirt is actually quite short when you see from behind, as it covers more area over my bum And if I happen to bend----well, it'll be a free show for all if I'm not wearing shorts underneath However, I've decided it's not 'that' short. I'm just going to wear it! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/sept-challenge---mixing-the-old-the-new#post-1551436 Fri, 04 Sep 2015 12:33:21 +0000 lyn67 1551436@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Love all the outfits, you show. <br />Dress fits you well-and I love a floral on a black background,&nbsp;</p> <p>it's a grown up look to my eyes! Love the color of the shorts, and looks great with both tops! How clever those stripes for toning down it a bit, still be bright enough for the bare legs! And the denim skirt outfit is &nbsp;great for city walk, or errands. But to be it obscene??? What are you speaking about???? Nodding my head:-(. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/sept-challenge---mixing-the-old-the-new#post-1551432 Fri, 04 Sep 2015 12:23:48 +0000 Maneera 1551432@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Thanks Liz! Such a great boost for me! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/sept-challenge---mixing-the-old-the-new#post-1551430 Fri, 04 Sep 2015 12:23:17 +0000 Maneera 1551430@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Thanks Deborah. I don't know why I thought the skirt isn't a good fit! It's probably because it's a veryyyy low waist skirt, but good enough with the right top. </p> <p>Thank you for the encouragement, Brooklyn. I absolutely love #3 too! Glad to know this works! I may even take this outfit to Singapore then! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/sept-challenge---mixing-the-old-the-new#post-1551428 Fri, 04 Sep 2015 12:22:24 +0000 Elizabeth P 1551428@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Three great outfits Maneera.&nbsp; I don't think that skirt is too short at all.&nbsp; I love you in all this colour. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/sept-challenge---mixing-the-old-the-new#post-1551396 Fri, 04 Sep 2015 10:37:10 +0000 Brooklyn 1551396@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I like all of these on you too but no 3 is fabulous. In fact it is one of my favourite outfits you have posted. I love the tee colour on you and the skirt is cool. Definitely not obscene and you are way too young to be worrying about that. YLF! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/sept-challenge---mixing-the-old-the-new#post-1551380 Fri, 04 Sep 2015 09:07:17 +0000 Deborah 1551380@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Such cutel outfits! Any Maneera, always look so fabulous in a dress:) &nbsp;I like everything here and feel the items are reflective of your style. No reason at all why these shouldn't get more wear. &nbsp;The denim skirt is great. &nbsp;It's style that seems to never go way if you know what I mean. &nbsp;It' looks really good on you. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/sept-challenge---mixing-the-old-the-new#post-1551377 Fri, 04 Sep 2015 08:56:01 +0000 Maneera 1551377@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Let the fun begin! </p> <p>So this week was about trying to find a way to wear ignored items in my wardrobe and mix the old with the new. I have done well-----I wore complete outfits with the right sandals, accessories and a bag when needed. Here are 3 outfits I wore this week. </p> <p>Outfit#1: I bought these Tommy Hilfiger shorts for my trip to Maldives. I just loved the happy colour! However, once I got home, I just couldn't find the right top for it. The bold yellow is way out of my comfort zone, to be honest. I did wear it on my vacation with a turquoise blue top and pretty colourful beads necklace (Image 3) but the whole outfit was way too loud for my personality. I needed a more relaxed top for these shorts. And I bought this striped tee with a lovely crotchet lace panel running down the back when I went shopping with my mom last week. I think this outfit works now. I felt comfortable and relaxed....the simple silver necklace and light blue sandals felt 'natural' in this outfit. Do you think this is a success? Or a miss? </p> <p>Outfit#2: I keep clothes in 2 sizes in my wardrobe. I have quite a few days in the month when I feel 'bloated' and want to be comfortable. Yet, every time this happens, I resort to yoga pants or shorts worn with an oversized tee. Well, not this day I wore this simple printed knit dress from Dorothy Perkins I bought for Maldives in March. The print is happy and the fit forgiving....it's basically like wearing a long tshirt. I didn't want to wear a long necklace that would get 'lost' in the print, so I chose a simple short chain and pendant that's Atleast 6 years old. On my feet, I wore these old Dr Scholls sandals that are now past their prime and have been over-worn in the last 3 years, but I can't find a replacement since all the new Dr Scholls designs don't appeal to my aesthetic sense. I was relaxed and comfortable all day </p> <p>Outfit#3: This denim skirt has been languishing in my cupboard for Atleast 3 summers now. I was convinced it's too short and usually wear it with tights, a sweater and boots in colder weather. I think the problem was that I didn't have the right top. In the past years, I've usually worn lose oversized tops to hide my bust...but that hid my waist too. This is another striped tee I bought shopping with my mum and I love the fitted sleeves. I was surprised to see how well it worked with this skirt! I wore 3 years old blue and black sandals and used a cross-body bag and a scarf when I went grocery shopping in this outfit. Sadly, I clicked the photos before I added the scarf. I loved this outfit! It was appropriately casual yet pulled together. This is the kind of outfit creativity I hope to achieve during my shopping fast. However, is this skirt too short? Does it look obscene without tights? </p> <p>If you got this far....thanks for reading. All inputs/comments are more than welcome. </p> <p>ETA: I realize that my posts get rather long. Seems like every post I do becomes a novel! I promise to work on them in the future to keep the content crisp yet provide all the info in my head. </p>