https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/spring-variable-weather Style Advice for Fashion Lovers en-US Mon, 27 Apr 2026 19:18:09 +0000 http://bbpress.org/?v=1.0.2 q https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/search.php https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/spring-variable-weather#post-2292755 Fri, 25 Nov 2022 02:14:03 +0000 Bijou 2292755@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Jonesy - I am surprised at my love of neutrals too! I am sure your camel jacket is fabulous.</p> <p>LJP - you have such a great eye for fashion, the dress is lovely without the belt. When the weather gets really hot, I am sure I will be wearing it unbelted. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/spring-variable-weather#post-2292577 Wed, 23 Nov 2022 18:28:20 +0000 LJP 2292577@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Ha! Nice scarf ;). I really like the dress in 2/3 - the colour and design seem quite you ! I’d not belt it myself , as I prefer to see the lines of the dress on their own . But then I’m not as maximal in styling as you ;). </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/spring-variable-weather#post-2292573 Wed, 23 Nov 2022 17:48:10 +0000 Jonesy 2292573@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Beautiful! I especially love the first outfit--those slouchy pants tucked into boots, paired with the belted jacket is such a smashing look! I know what you mean about being drawn more to neutrals lately; I am feeling the same way, and have recently bought a camel jacket, of all things :), which I wouldn't have looked twice at maybe six months ago. Fashion is an interesting thing... </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/spring-variable-weather#post-2292207 Sun, 20 Nov 2022 10:54:32 +0000 Bijou 2292207@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Sally, I am drawn to eclectic pieces, the challenge for me is to be practical and think “where am I going to wear this” because there is no point in buying clothes that will go unworn.</p> <p>Zaeobi, I am thrilled that there is so much love for the anorak, which is a piece that I have been wearing often.</p> <p>Jaime, what you said about my outfits applies to you! When I see your WIWs I am amazed at the great wardrobe items you have and how they fit your style so well.</p> <p>Suz, the biggest challenge for me is to be practical. I am thrilled with my anorak as it is practical and still meets my style goals. My transition in style has been gradual, getting my head around my new needs has been a work in progress. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/spring-variable-weather#post-2292197 Sun, 20 Nov 2022 02:23:37 +0000 Suz 2292197@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>So much variety! Wow! There is no colour (or neutral) that you can't wear with panache! I love the way your style is evolving. Still lots of glam, as in #4, but also dashes of practicality and even more playfulness. What an amazing cropped puffer -- almost like a little puffer cape! That could be so useful!&nbsp;</p> <p>My very favourite outfit is #5 with the anorak. That is so creative and fabulous on you. Great proportions and juxtaposition with the skirt and more casual jacket. Love it!&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/spring-variable-weather#post-2292195 Sun, 20 Nov 2022 01:55:32 +0000 Jaime 2292195@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>So nice to see your outfits Bijou! You look smashing throughout and I appreciate the fun variety you manage while always looking like yourself! I like them all, including the new dress with the short puffer - fun proportions and admire how you can go from 90s minimalism to pink power with aplomb! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/spring-variable-weather#post-2292108 Sat, 19 Nov 2022 11:16:05 +0000 Zaeobi 2292108@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Ooh it's interesting to see you not in your trademark blue - great looks still with your trademark juxtaposition though, especially with the anorak! </p> <p>I also like #5/#6 - the way the feminine ruffles are tempered by the cut. I also wear my satin cargo pants for WFH though, so I'm probably biased </p> <p>What are you unsure about in the dress in #2/#3? Whilst the paler 'sand' neutrals look lovely on you, I wonder whether that much (head-to-toe) perhaps feels a bit overwhelming on you (especially in a voluminous cut)? Maybe I'm just projecting though, since I bought a similar one this July &amp; find it can sometimes feel like 'a lot' of dress on my 5ft3 frame... </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/spring-variable-weather#post-2292101 Sat, 19 Nov 2022 09:37:22 +0000 Sally 2292101@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>you have some really eclectic pieces and every outfit has a different vibe.&nbsp; It's hard to pick a favourite as they are all so different and I like them all.&nbsp; I like the dress in 2/3, especially,&nbsp; with the waist defined and the red bag.&nbsp; <br />The pink is very fresh.&nbsp; I don't see a lot of pink around despite the barbie trend.&nbsp; &nbsp; The black dress is very elegant.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/spring-variable-weather#post-2292093 Sat, 19 Nov 2022 04:51:01 +0000 Bijou 2292093@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p><b>Jussie </b>- the anorak has been a much worn addition to my wardrobe, I think it is the juxtaposition of the military cut of the coat with the embroidery that sold it to me.</p> <p><b>April, </b>you have come up with the best solution for the cropped puffer - my arms do get a little cold in winter with it - long black gloves would be perfect. I hope you find your perfect shorter-sleeved outerwear.</p> <p><b>Sisi </b>- I do enjoy variety in weather because once we get to mid December it will be 30+C every day for 3 months. A bit of cooler weather and rain is always welcome in the lead up to those hot months.</p> <p><b>Suntiger </b>- thank you for the welcome to team neutrals!&nbsp;</p> <p><b>Dee</b> - I have never lived with snow - it looks beautiful, but I don't think I could handle the cold temps that go with it. The puffer jacket is over the top, I call it my beehive jacket.</p> <p><b>Angie </b>- WOW - you have made my day. The Japanese influence seems to be coming out even stronger in my style since I can dress to please myself and not be constrained by a work dress code.</p> <p><b>Minaminu</b> - I love the pink dress too - it is easy to wear and the colours are fun.</p> <p><b>Slim Cat </b>- the black skirt is quite architectural in its construction - it is a piece that I stalked until it went on sale, but was so glad to have in my wardrobe.</p> <p><b>Sal </b>- The two dresses are completely different, but I like the variety that they provide me. I totally understand your feelings about Kelly Green. I bought a pink knit and love wearing that - just not the complete Barbie pink outfit.</p> <p><b>Irina </b>- thank you! You have such a great eye for fashion and proportion, I have learned a lot from you on how to successfully wear oversized items.</p> <p><b>Carla </b>- #1 would suit you very well!</p> <p><b>Rachy</b> - I thought you would like the cropped puffer and dress combination.</p> <p><b>Anne </b>- the 1990's dress is quite a throw-back piece.</p> <p><b>JenniNZ</b> - the dress in #2 is definitely not for everyone, but it is a piece that has a sense of fun in a sort of Tim Burton Alice in Wonderland way.</p> <p><b>BlueJay</b> - I'm glad you like 2/3 and 5/6 - those are the most fashion forward looks and the beige dress and black skirt come from a local boutique that I buy many of my clothes from - the owner has a great eye and really helps her customers find pieces that suit them. I often think "Tash was right, yet again!"</p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/spring-variable-weather#post-2292091 Sat, 19 Nov 2022 03:53:18 +0000 BlueJay 2292091@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>#2, 3 are sooooo awesome! The cropped puffer is great. I also love 5, 6, that black skirt is fantastic. I love how your style has evolved! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/spring-variable-weather#post-2292078 Fri, 18 Nov 2022 23:40:57 +0000 Jenni NZ 2292078@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I like pic 4 the best, the pinstriped dress. Dress in 2/3 is good for your style. Wouldn’t be for me, I would drown! But it’s great to have fun with fashion! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/spring-variable-weather#post-2292074 Fri, 18 Nov 2022 22:39:28 +0000 anne 2292074@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I like your new items! Especially the black dress, which reminds me of the cut of one I had in the 90s too, and which I wore til it literally ripped apart.</p> <p>Loving the shirt blouse combo. </p> <p>And empathy with the weather situation! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/spring-variable-weather#post-2292068 Fri, 18 Nov 2022 20:55:37 +0000 rachylou 2292068@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>What Angie said(!) The dress in 2/3 is too much fun ! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/spring-variable-weather#post-2292063 Fri, 18 Nov 2022 19:59:43 +0000 Carla 2292063@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Highlighting the waist is very ‘on trend’ for F/W ‘22/‘23 if the runway shows from February 2022 are any indication. &nbsp;The belting in #1-3, and the contrast between top and bottom in #5-6 are spot on. &nbsp;I adore the ‘one and done’ of the dress in #8, and it seem a perfect iteration of your. cheerful maximalist Bijou style. &nbsp;What Angie says about FASHION! &nbsp;You are ahead of the curve! &nbsp;Thanks for sharing your OOTD! </p> <p>*runs off with entire outfit #1*</p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/spring-variable-weather#post-2292062 Fri, 18 Nov 2022 19:36:52 +0000 Irina 2292062@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Great outfits, so playful and fun! You look absolutely gorgeous! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/spring-variable-weather#post-2292061 Fri, 18 Nov 2022 19:30:41 +0000 Sal 2292061@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Really lovely outfits. I love the new dresses- both very contrasting but very modern and fun. The pinstripes will be great with jackets too- and I could see it working into cooler months.</p> <p>I like the fawn coloured neutral - I think you could try bright shoes too if you wanted colour with it. </p> <p>They all work and the anorak is a reminder to me to buy my equivalent cool jacket.</p> <p>Your reaction to pink is similar to mine to the bottega/ Kelly green. I loved it- and wanted it. It’s now everywhere and I have turned away. I do like the colour a lot though. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/spring-variable-weather#post-2292051 Fri, 18 Nov 2022 17:42:05 +0000 slim cat 2292051@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>So much beauty and fabness! Love all your outfits - #1, 5-6, 9 as favorite &nbsp;( want to steal that black skirt for myself ).<br />The dress in #2-3 did grow on me the more I looked at it - great new find. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/spring-variable-weather#post-2292033 Fri, 18 Nov 2022 15:42:25 +0000 Minaminu 2292033@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Bijou, you have such a great eye! You look lovely in all outfits and the pink dress is very you, so fab! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/spring-variable-weather#post-2292028 Fri, 18 Nov 2022 15:14:32 +0000 Angie 2292028@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I LOVE your Harajuku influenced KILLER style. It makes me smile big time and is a treat to behold, <b>Bijou!</b></p> <p>Such fun, playfulness, confidence, grace, drama, verve, FASHION!, and ease! I love the sense of humour in your outfits. WOW :)</p> <p>#1, #2, #5 and #7= KILLER to the Power of KILLER&nbsp;</p> <p>Yes, Spring is VERY variable. Winter or Summer is one week. You rock EVERYTHING here with panache!</p> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/spring-variable-weather#post-2292016 Fri, 18 Nov 2022 13:04:31 +0000 Dee 2292016@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Oh I wish it was sunny and 30 celsius here, its snowing right now.<br /> Lots of fun and interesting combinations, the dress in #2 is very pretty, but I'm not so sure about the puffer addition, it maybe just too much puff for this dress.<br /> I especially like #1 ,5 and #6. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/spring-variable-weather#post-2292015 Fri, 18 Nov 2022 13:01:29 +0000 Anonymous 2292015@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Ooh that anorak is so cool! Welcome to Team Neutrals :)<br /> To me the beige dress is just a lot of volume all round- but that's just my minimalist bias! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/spring-variable-weather#post-2292011 Fri, 18 Nov 2022 12:13:49 +0000 Sisi 2292011@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Lucky you that you like the weather variety!&nbsp; Transitional weather with all its quirks generally drives me nuts. I will try to adopt your philosophy. :)&nbsp; Nice outfits - I particularly like you in&nbsp; # 1, 5 and 9.</p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/spring-variable-weather#post-2292010 Fri, 18 Nov 2022 12:02:07 +0000 April 2292010@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Love the anorak!&nbsp; Also the cropped puffer, very cool.</p> <p>I have been looking for shorter-sleeved outerwear as an excuse to buy long black gloves - you've inspired me to keep looking.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/spring-variable-weather#post-2292007 Fri, 18 Nov 2022 11:41:28 +0000 jussie 2292007@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I really like the proportions of the anorak outfit. It’s interesting and architectural! Very cool. Something about the shoe colour and the nuetral anorak works well. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/spring-variable-weather#post-2291998 Fri, 18 Nov 2022 06:57:03 +0000 Bijou 2291998@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Just a few wiw’s to check in with the YLF style masters, as I always appreciate your advice on what I am wearing. My spring weather is all over the place, hot and 30C on day, cold, rainy and 15C the next. I love the variety, so no complaints, but it does mean that planning outfits can require two alternatives, depending on the weather if I have a special occasion coming up.</p> <p>My WIWs reflect the fact that I am dressing more casually - my shift dress, blazer and pump work unform has relaxed. I still like wearing dresses, but the dress is generally a bit looser and less structured. I still wear jackets and the occasional cardigan, but once again, less formal and my footwear has gone from heeled pumps to boots - combat and ankle boots.</p> <p>I would be interested in your opinion on the dress in photo 2 &amp; 3.&nbsp;</p> <p>I was quite hesitant about the colour of this dress, but the more I wear it, the more it feels right for my current style direction. I still love colour, but find I am drawn to neutrals. Pink is a favourite colour, and yet, with Barbie core being a thing, I seem to be moving away from it to other more subdued colours. The colour I am most enamoured with at the moment is blue in all its shades.</p> <p>Photo 1 - cold and stormy weather - jacket, cargo pants, belt and boots.</p> <p>Photos 2 &amp; 3 - new dress for summer, worn belted and for the photo to see if it works with a cropped puffer, the colours look a bit closer in real life than how they are photographing with the light.&nbsp;</p> <p>Photo 4 - Another new hot weather summer dress, bias cut in a pinstripe, took me back to the 1990's and lovely and cool to wear.</p> <p>Photos 5 &amp; 6 - puff sleeve shirt and black skirt, with anorak - I was inspired to wear this skirt by Angie's party skirt formula. I find this skirt easy to wear even when not attending a party as this was just a work from home day.</p> <p>Photos 7 &amp; 8 - pink dress and cardigan.</p> <p>Photo 9 - Monochrome, black and white. A white wrap dress with a black slip underneath because in my windy city wrap dresses only work if you don't mind them blowing apart from time to time. I always feel a little bit of LJP magic when I wear my Alexander McQueen scarf.</p> <p>New item for 2022 are in finds, the rest are old favourites. Comments and suggestions are gratefully received!</p>