https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/some-questions-on-new-items Style Advice for Fashion Lovers en-US Mon, 20 Apr 2026 05:17:50 +0000 http://bbpress.org/?v=1.0.2 q https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/search.php https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/some-questions-on-new-items/page/2#post-1225739 Thu, 17 Apr 2014 17:46:43 +0000 Debbie 1225739@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Love the shoes on you! I really like both tops. If you can use the kitty top I would keep it. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/some-questions-on-new-items#post-1225667 Thu, 17 Apr 2014 16:11:59 +0000 Anonymous 1225667@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I just love the shoes and consignment top. If the kitty shirt doesn't excite you, don't keep it. Something else is always coming along. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/some-questions-on-new-items#post-1225657 Thu, 17 Apr 2014 15:57:21 +0000 Marmee 1225657@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Are the shoes comfy? &nbsp;The kitty top&nbsp;looks great on you, and I like it with the white jeans. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/some-questions-on-new-items#post-1225652 Thu, 17 Apr 2014 15:53:37 +0000 viva 1225652@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Kary, it's one of my top 3 consignment purchases ever. I think I paid $65 so not cheap. (I always head right for the designer rack in my little consignment shop so I tend not to get away with really inexpensive finds.) But it is so unique. I love the non-ruffle ruffle. Plus it is a matte jersey, and I love that it has no shine. It's just cool. Very cool. I always feel great in it. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/some-questions-on-new-items#post-1225638 Thu, 17 Apr 2014 15:45:58 +0000 karymk 1225638@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Viva, the sandals have to feel good for you. &nbsp;I'm gonna try a pair because yours and Vicki's look so cool on. &nbsp;I didn't think I'd like the gray but I really do!&nbsp;</p> <p>Kitty top is adorable the way you styled it with white jeans and the grey accessoires!</p> <p>OKAY DYING for the Chloe top because I hate ruffles (and bows!) too but this doesn't count as a ruffle on that sleeve. &nbsp;It's just chic and cool and not girly or precious at all. &nbsp;Good consignment purchase?</p> <p>K </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/some-questions-on-new-items#post-1225502 Thu, 17 Apr 2014 13:08:57 +0000 viva 1225502@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Thanks all, for your help.</p> <p>When I hastily made a travel work capsule last night -- pulling out my spring/summer jackets and pants and skirts -- I realized I am solidly in white/black/ink/grey territory. I also realized that I am really well covered with work bottoms and jackets, so I need to stop looking and buying in that area. (Even a hasty capsule exercise was very illuminating in that way.) I have a handful of tops for work, including a citron tank I recently bought from Cocolion (which I will show soon).&nbsp; Both these sandals and the kitty top work really well into the capsule and also work with my casual clothes. So both are staying put. I am also reconsidering the Okalas <i>again</i>, because it became clear (again) that footwear continues to be a hole. If I keep the Okalas and use them for work, I am completely covered work-wise until the fall.</p> <p>Makrame: I thought about the dry cleaning thing as well. I like the top you linked to, but I actually love the mandarin top of the kitty blouse on me (more than the collared top), and I prefer the lighter colors. Suz's notes on her hand-washing success with the kitty blouse sold me on it.</p> <p>Kellygirl: The VCs are going to be workhorses for me, I think. I can wear them for pretty much every facet of my life -- work at home, work travel, date night, lunch with friends. I can see myself wearing them all day if I choose to - they seem to be comfortable enough for that.&nbsp; </p> <p>Suz: You look glorious in everything. Enough said. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/some-questions-on-new-items#post-1225248 Thu, 17 Apr 2014 02:14:59 +0000 Sveta 1225248@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Suz, phew! You and that self-deprecating talk about the ankles! Remember I saw these sandals on you in person without those self-goggles on you seem to be wearing :-)<br />Do I need to come all way to Kingston to spank you, you naughty girl?! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/some-questions-on-new-items#post-1225229 Thu, 17 Apr 2014 02:07:00 +0000 Suz 1225229@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Okay, I am obviously biased about two of these items, so maybe my advice should be ruled out right off the bat! &nbsp;:)&nbsp;</p> <p>So flattered, Viva. &nbsp;You are one of my style crushes, so it is nice to have the favour returned.&nbsp;</p> <p>Now -- I think the shoes look a good size. Mine are about the same on me. I didn't "size up" but I did order the larger of my two sizes, if that makes sense -- I usually wear a 6.5 but occasionally wear a 7. I took the 7 in these and they seem to fit.&nbsp;</p> <p>Interesting, I ordered the "washed grey" but mine have a snakeskin strap at the back. It didn't show in the photo on the Nordstrom's site, so I was surprised to see it. But it doesn't look like yours have it.&nbsp;</p> <p>Either way, they are a great sandal. I think they look better on you than they do on me, to tell you the truth. I'm not sure I like them as well with the shape of my ankle. But I'm keeping them, regardless.&nbsp;</p> <p>I think the kitty print top looks terrific on you. I don't dry clean mine; I never dry clean silk. I&nbsp;hand wash (in the washer on that cycle in a mesh bag) and hang to dry. And then iron.&nbsp;</p> <p>I have found this top easier to wear than I expected. It works with white, obviously. But it also works with black and ink bottoms, which comes in handy during transitional seasons.&nbsp;</p> <p>I like the other top a lot as well and can imagine it might be a workhorse.&nbsp;</p> <p>There! I feel good having spent your money.. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/some-questions-on-new-items#post-1225177 Thu, 17 Apr 2014 01:28:53 +0000 Sveta 1225177@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>The sandals are great, I admired them on Suz and if not for the heel height I would get them myself! They look the right lengthy to me - does your feet slide forward when you walk? If not then this size is good.<br />I also loved Suz's kitty top and even thinking to get it for myself so I can be biased here However the main thing is if you love it...<br />That Chloe top seems a great find! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/some-questions-on-new-items#post-1225167 Thu, 17 Apr 2014 01:19:29 +0000 Angie 1225167@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I love all three pieces - especially with the white jeans - which make all tops look fresh for Spring and Summer. Shoes look a good size.&nbsp;xo </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/some-questions-on-new-items#post-1225157 Thu, 17 Apr 2014 01:14:23 +0000 Makrame 1225157@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I like the shoes and the top - I was debating ordering this shirt because I loved it on Suz but had the same doubts - would I like it as much on me? &nbsp;If I remember correctly, it is silk and dry-clean only - this is the main consideration that stopped me from buying it, to be honest. &nbsp;I usually wash and air dry their silk shirts but that is still a bit of a chore since they require ironing after line-drying. I bought a silk-cotton top from JCrew recently and really like that it can be machine-washed and dried - maybe something like this <a rel="nofollow" href="https://www.jcrew.com/womens_category/shirtsandtops/casualshirts/PRD~A3080/A3080.jsp?Nbrd=J&amp;Nloc=en_US&amp;Nrpp=48&amp;Npge=1&amp;Ntrm=medallion&amp;isFromSearch=true&amp;isSaleItem=true&amp;isNewSearch=true">https://www.jcrew.com/womens_c.....8;Nloc=en_</a>&nbsp;would be more versatile for travel? </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/some-questions-on-new-items#post-1225148 Thu, 17 Apr 2014 01:07:56 +0000 Beth Ann 1225148@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Love the shoes!&nbsp; I'm debating on a look alike pair from DSW --- truly, they're almost identical, but, based on the reviews, they run wider --- a plus for my high volume foot.&nbsp; I'm sure the Eliana's are better quality.</p> <p>I'm with you on the shirt -- I like it, but the shape and neckline doesn't see to flow quite as well as I'd like.&nbsp; You are a styling queen, so I have no doubt you could style it to perfection but, if you don't love it, you can always love it on Suz!</p> <p>Charcoal top is a great way to do a ruffle --- minimalist ruffling! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/some-questions-on-new-items#post-1225071 Wed, 16 Apr 2014 23:55:30 +0000 dustt 1225071@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I think the shoes fit very well and look lovely - If you're not in love with the kitty shirt - I'd say return it - I don't keep anything anymore that I don't love - and I do love the Chloe top with a bit of ruffle at the sleeve and I NEVER like ruffles!! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/some-questions-on-new-items#post-1225005 Wed, 16 Apr 2014 23:04:15 +0000 kellygirl 1225005@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Love everything! I have those shoes in my cart and am using all of my willpower not to order. Are they all day shoes for you? </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/some-questions-on-new-items#post-1225002 Wed, 16 Apr 2014 22:59:12 +0000 Laura (rhubarbgirl) 1225002@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I like the shoes and the Chloe top. I am not in love with the light top, sorry. Is the pattern cats? I can't tell from the pic. Perhaps it's more charming in person. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/some-questions-on-new-items#post-1224915 Wed, 16 Apr 2014 20:23:03 +0000 Aziraphale 1224915@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Those sandals are just gorgeous. As for fit, they look like they fit, but any smaller and they'd be too small. You could always try a half size up and compare.</p> <p>That dark top is fabulous, too. Not sure about the patterned top. It's not amazing, but it's not terrible either. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/some-questions-on-new-items#post-1224857 Wed, 16 Apr 2014 19:09:16 +0000 rachylou 1224857@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>The outfits are awesome. Just super. The shoe fit looks fine, but I agree it's in the walking you'll know. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/some-questions-on-new-items#post-1224854 Wed, 16 Apr 2014 19:05:16 +0000 CocoLion 1224854@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>PS Our fed ex and UPS won't even come to our house anymore due to our three large dogs (one biting border collie). &nbsp;They leave everything at my family's business down the road. &nbsp;Which was a huge pain when we had a mattress delivered! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/some-questions-on-new-items#post-1224851 Wed, 16 Apr 2014 19:04:34 +0000 texstyle 1224851@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>The shoes are fantastic - love them!&nbsp; The cat print top looks great on you but if you don't love it, will you wear it often enough? Great charcoal top too. Not sure on the size of the sandals - your toes do look as though they are right at the ends, which might bug me, but not bother you at all. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/some-questions-on-new-items#post-1224848 Wed, 16 Apr 2014 19:02:40 +0000 CocoLion 1224848@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Love both pieces. &nbsp;The cat top (actually I couldn't make out the kitties, maybe it's time for glasses?!) has a flattering cut on you. &nbsp;I have trouble wearing this kind of neckline -- which is very popular now -- as I don't have your square shoulder line. &nbsp;I vote keep, especially if it's good for travel. &nbsp;Does it work layered with some of your favorite jackets, sweaters etc? &nbsp;</p> <p>The Chloe top is TDF! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/some-questions-on-new-items#post-1224843 Wed, 16 Apr 2014 18:52:27 +0000 viva 1224843@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Thanks Susie - I couldn't remember who it was. And thanks for explaining about the extra room. It's amazing how important toe length ends up being to the way a sandal looks! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/some-questions-on-new-items#post-1224839 Wed, 16 Apr 2014 18:49:31 +0000 Susie 1224839@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I mentioned sizing up on those. It worked for me width wise but because I have short toes, I didn't like the extra length at the toes. It looks like they fit you well. I don't like to see toes or heels hanging over but I don't like to much extra either. </p> <p>I also don't care for ruffles anymore but I really like that charcoal top on you. </p> <p>The kitty shirt looks nice. I will just say that I've stopped keeping things that I don't love. When I keep something because it's a good price or might be nice to have, it usually ends up getting purged because I don't reach for it when I have options that I like better. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/some-questions-on-new-items#post-1224823 Wed, 16 Apr 2014 18:24:11 +0000 viva 1224823@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Gracie, I do have low-volume feet (I think). Low-ish arch, on the narrower side, pretty bony. Not narrow per se -- I never take a narrow show size -- but not blocky at all. My foot fit these really well. <br />I am going to look at the cat top tonight specially in the context of my spring/summer work travel capsule (which doesn't exist, so I guess I will be putting that together too). That should help make the decision. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/some-questions-on-new-items#post-1224811 Wed, 16 Apr 2014 18:10:17 +0000 Gracie 1224811@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>The shoes look great, I love the color on you. Are your feet low volume?&nbsp; I'm wondering if these shoes will fit my narrow-ish foot.&nbsp; I have a couple of pairs of sandals that look the same, length-wise, on my feet and I did not size up because they they would be to loose across the instep. I think as long as your toes are not going beyond the edge of the show they are a good fit.&nbsp; </p> <p>The cat top is fun and the colors flattering. I'm not too keen on mandarin-collar tops closed all the way to the top for myself, but it looks great on you. But even if it was a bargain, if it's not a 10 for you maybe you won't be reaching for it often,&nbsp; just a thought. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/some-questions-on-new-items#post-1224807 Wed, 16 Apr 2014 18:07:47 +0000 viva 1224807@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Thanks for the input, all. </p> <p>I think I might try the 9 when I bring back the Okalas, just to be sure. I have long toes so it is hard to tell. :)<br />Thinking more about keeping the kitty top. I think it could be a great work top. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/some-questions-on-new-items#post-1224767 Wed, 16 Apr 2014 17:04:36 +0000 Glory 1224767@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I like both items as well. I do not think the sandals look too small - as long as your toes do not come right to the tip/edge when walking. You could try a half size up to compare if you are concerned.<br />I love the top on you - the pattern and the colours are wonderful. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/some-questions-on-new-items#post-1224760 Wed, 16 Apr 2014 16:42:20 +0000 kkards 1224760@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>i like the sandals. if they feel good, then i think the size is good. love the knit top in #4, the ruffles take the tee to another level. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/some-questions-on-new-items#post-1224743 Wed, 16 Apr 2014 16:20:37 +0000 Peri 1224743@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I love the kitty top! Nothing wrong with channeling Suz...as long as you love it too! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/some-questions-on-new-items#post-1224738 Wed, 16 Apr 2014 16:17:43 +0000 UmmLila (Lisa) 1224738@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I like them, especially the color. I think I would like them less with a dress or skirt, but the okala style would be workable for both.</p> <p>My also over zealous dog has trained the fedex driver to being him cookies. UPS hasn't gotten the messages yet. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/some-questions-on-new-items#post-1224737 Wed, 16 Apr 2014 16:17:10 +0000 Janet 1224737@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I think the top and the shoes look great on you. Hard to say about the fit of the shoes because in the photo it looks like your toes are right near the end in one side but not on the other -- I realize it might be a camera angle thing because it's always hard to get good pictures of shoes while you're wearing them!&nbsp;</p> <p>I loved the kitty top on Suz and I love it on you too. If you both wear them with the Reiss jacket to the next meet up, though, it would be pretty funny!</p> <p>I'm not much of a ruffle person either anymore, but I like that top on you very much.&nbsp; </p>