https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/size-check-on-the-citron-blouse Style Advice for Fashion Lovers en-US Wed, 13 May 2026 13:18:16 +0000 http://bbpress.org/?v=1.0.2 q https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/search.php https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/size-check-on-the-citron-blouse#post-502439 Fri, 06 Jan 2012 11:56:15 +0000 kimlee 502439@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Amy - Think the larger fit is still great and has so much potential for styling. I vote keep. But then again, I would love to see your DIY attempt. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/size-check-on-the-citron-blouse#post-502437 Fri, 06 Jan 2012 11:01:11 +0000 Jjsloane 502437@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I've only found 2 button down tops in my life that don't have gape when I wear them (I'm busty and only if there are lots of closely spaced buttons is there no gape). I find AT and LOFT do not accommodate much of any bust and I always size up on tops, but as you find then the rest is not so great a fit. I used to safety pin at my own peril, but have found fashion tape and it's changed my life. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/size-check-on-the-citron-blouse#post-502423 Fri, 06 Jan 2012 06:37:01 +0000 Amy 502423@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Thanks, everyone.</p> <p>Refugee, I really appreciate your suggestion. At least with me, don't hold back when you have an idea that might help. It's helpful to have an objective view about these things, because I just can't develop the necessary distance to evaluate some things well.</p> <p>As for the bra issue, I'm happy with the size I'm wearing. The pattern block the shirt is drafted on was created for someone with a smaller cup size than I have. We busty ladies often can't find non-gaping tops that fit right in the shoulders. *sigh*</p> <p>I'm on the fence about this Ann Taylor blouse. I love the color, but the fit is meh...so if I can find similar fabric I may take the DIY route. We'll see. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/size-check-on-the-citron-blouse#post-502401 Fri, 06 Jan 2012 06:06:50 +0000 Angie 502401@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Hubs is right. The smaller size is a little too snug. Thanks for trying though, Amy.</p> <p>Go with the larger size. Still looks KILLER. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/size-check-on-the-citron-blouse#post-502383 Fri, 06 Jan 2012 05:50:11 +0000 jayne 502383@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>great color and I agree with Ana but choice is to go with the larger size and wear it tucked in as shown. But you can also look just a little more and find another blouse in right color and right fit. At least, I see that advice in other blogs...buy the perfect one, not a frustrating alternative. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/size-check-on-the-citron-blouse#post-502377 Fri, 06 Jan 2012 05:43:15 +0000 Refugee 502377@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I think both Angie and your husband are right. The larger size is too big (Angie is right). The smaller size is gaping (your husband is right). And FWIW I really hate button downs that gape even a little bit.<br /> And here is where I get all up in your business. I think the problem is with your bra. Have you had a bra fitting? I think the right bra would make a big difference in the way this blouse fits. I think that suggesting to someone that they need a bra fitting is a super personal suggestion. But I know, from personal experience, that it can make a huge difference in how things fit. I am only suggesting this because I think it might make a big difference for you. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/size-check-on-the-citron-blouse#post-502359 Fri, 06 Jan 2012 05:22:00 +0000 lyn* 502359@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>LOL @ CAPTION! AWESOME.</p> <p>I love it in #4; fabbbbbbbulous! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/size-check-on-the-citron-blouse#post-502357 Fri, 06 Jan 2012 05:17:30 +0000 Parsley 502357@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Amy, I love your little caption on your picture! Too funny!</p> <p>As someone who frequently has bust-gaping problems, I have occasionally just sewn closed the front of a blouse if the neckline is big enough that I can slip it on over my head. Then there are no more worries! Would that work with this one? </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/size-check-on-the-citron-blouse#post-502336 Fri, 06 Jan 2012 04:39:10 +0000 Suz 502336@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Amy, you crack me up! </p> <p>I'd go with the larger size. Any way you can alter it yourself to make it perfect? </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/size-check-on-the-citron-blouse#post-502300 Fri, 06 Jan 2012 03:59:49 +0000 sopranomom 502300@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Like, Ana, I think it looks great in picture #4. So many possibilities with jackets, belts, cardigans, etc. And kudos to your husband for his gentle honesty. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/size-check-on-the-citron-blouse#post-502288 Fri, 06 Jan 2012 03:47:29 +0000 Ana 502288@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>It looks like the smaller size fits your shoulders a little better, but overall I like the larger size better. I think it's meant to be kind of a soft, slouchy fit anyway. I like it tucked in best, but it might look okay with a jacket over it or belted around the waist too. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/size-check-on-the-citron-blouse#post-502284 Fri, 06 Jan 2012 03:43:29 +0000 Amy 502284@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Angie suggested that I try on a smaller size of this blouse.</p> <p>I bought the smaller size and modeled it for my husband. He pointed out that anyone sitting next to me at a meeting might have trouble concentrating due to bust gaping.</p> <p>Can't have that. So, that rules the smaller size out. (See pictures 1 &amp; 2)</p> <p>My question is: is the larger size too roomy or is it ok looking? (See pictures 3 &amp; 4)</p> <p>I like the color a lot, but don't want that to distract from a proper fitting top. </p>