https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/styling-the-new-acquisition Style Advice for Fashion Lovers en-US Fri, 10 Apr 2026 13:31:35 +0000 http://bbpress.org/?v=1.0.2 q https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/search.php https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/styling-the-new-acquisition/page/2#post-1869682 Tue, 19 Dec 2017 01:43:38 +0000 tulle 1869682@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>This jacket rings LOTS of bells for me.&nbsp; It's absolutely beautiful and stands out in a period of fashion that I find increasingly dreary, droopy, overwrought and underdesigned. And although there is no question that you are cool enough to make the more complicated, layered looks work, I fell hard for photo #2, in which you look so clear and confident wearing that simple 60s/70s silhouette.&nbsp; It's interesting that this piece would work for so many women of different ages, sizes and shapes, don't you think?&nbsp; It's just the sort of thing I've been looking for--and not finding--for a long time. I hope your find is the beginning of a trend! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/styling-the-new-acquisition/page/2#post-1869621 Mon, 18 Dec 2017 22:50:23 +0000 Deborah 1869621@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I absolutely love this jacket and I would have trouble saying to no to it myself :)&nbsp; &nbsp;I think you have struck the absolute right note here by styling it&nbsp;<b>your way</b>.&nbsp; Of late, I have started to look at potential new wardrobe items that are a little outside of my wheelhouse and think <b>'how would I wear this'&nbsp; -&nbsp;</b>this change in thinking has been a game changer and has expanded my options a little.&nbsp;&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/styling-the-new-acquisition#post-1869519 Mon, 18 Dec 2017 18:00:54 +0000 approprio 1869519@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p><b>annagybe</b>&nbsp;well spotted! Yes, they're Margiela and an amazing score at that. Another surprise workhorse.&nbsp;</p> <p><b>ladypainter</b>, I've only seen the McQueen/Dunaway version, but that does sound like a great outfit. You had me at the platform biker boots.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/styling-the-new-acquisition#post-1869351 Mon, 18 Dec 2017 05:39:01 +0000 annagybe 1869351@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I think I’ve been on the forum too long as #3 &amp; #5 are my favorite, especially with the white ankle boots. Are they Margiela?<br /> Anyways great grouping </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/styling-the-new-acquisition#post-1869300 Mon, 18 Dec 2017 01:38:33 +0000 ladypainter 1869300@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Awesome jacket! Nice combos too.&nbsp;<br />I'm thinking maybe a midi tweed skirt with platform, lace-up biker boots--like what Renee Russo wore in the remake of The Thomas Crown Affair? </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/styling-the-new-acquisition#post-1869225 Sun, 17 Dec 2017 22:31:37 +0000 Style Fan 1869225@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>The Avengers!&nbsp; Yes, that is what this coat reminds me of!&nbsp; Thank you, Suz.&nbsp; I kept trying to think what it was about this coat that felt familiar.&nbsp; So cool.<br />1 and 2 are my favourites but they are all wonderful.&nbsp; Anna W scares me.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/styling-the-new-acquisition#post-1869090 Sun, 17 Dec 2017 14:29:14 +0000 RobinF 1869090@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>This is gorgeous! I think your style is cool enough that anything you throw this on with will look great. Love it with the white boots and also with the stripes, I think this will go with a lot. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/styling-the-new-acquisition#post-1869074 Sun, 17 Dec 2017 13:44:19 +0000 cindysmith 1869074@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I love what you're doing with it. The pants outfits are really awesome to my eye. As much as I like the pants outfits, I believe that it feels more "you" with the skirts. Well done! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/styling-the-new-acquisition#post-1869061 Sun, 17 Dec 2017 12:15:17 +0000 approprio 1869061@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Oh wow! Thanks all! I'm going to try and shout out to all of you, but please forgive me if I miss you.</p> <p><b>Angie, Bijou, </b>yeah, for a wild card it does kinda have my name on it doesn't it? Sometimes I just <i>know</i>. <b>Sal</b>, I think it's going to go the distance. But I can never really tell with these things until they've been around a while.<b><br /></b><br /><b>MIrjana, Bonnie, Katerina, </b>thanks for the thumbs-up! <b>La Ped, Diana, JAileen,</b> I think 4 is probably my favourite in the photos, but it needs more layers for the winter. 5 and 6 win on wearability for the weather right now. 1/2 might have to wait until spring. 3 isn't great, but I had to try it with the wide pants. I still have a way to go with styling. <b>The Cat,&nbsp;</b>thanks for the suggestions. <b>lisap</b>, I'd love to know how you'd wear this!<b></p> <p>DonnaF, </b>you know,&nbsp;<b></b>I've been trying a few of those as possible layering pieces, so maybe it's not such a surprise that I ended up with something that looks a lot like them. <b>UmmLila</b>, heh yeah. Like I said, no hanger appeal ;)&nbsp;<b><br /></b><br /><b>JenniNZ</b>, Seriously, I've found myself coveting some of Rey's costumes too, which has to be&nbsp;the ultimate in buying for my fantasy life as a wandering Jedi. And Mr Edge may not look much like Neo, but he is most definitely The One.&nbsp;<b>Suz</b>, in my mind that would be more Emma Peel than Natasha Romanoff, but either will do. I haven't yet tried this with any of my shiny pants, but it's only a matter of time. <br /><b><br />Janet</b>, I thought the same. This is very much one of those wild cards that extends the range. That said, I'm wary of straying too far in the '80's romantic direction, if that makes any sense, so I'm trying to keep it sharp and sporting to begin with. <b>Meredith</b>, yes, I think it's going to take some practise!</p> <p>now <b>shevia</b>, that's an interesting thought! The tightrope, the back-flips, the taxi... I think what makes this for me is its ambiguity. It can be many things, or it can just be itself.&nbsp;</p> <p>heh, <b>rachylou</b>, yeah I can see that! Throw this over pyjamas and I feel dressed for sure. I agree with your observations about its timeless quality.&nbsp;Bypass Chanel and this becomes the love child of a kaftan and a moto jacket, which is something else altogether! <b>Gaylene</b>, we're clearly thinking along the same lines. I'll try for some more Boho Trinity styling next week... </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/styling-the-new-acquisition#post-1869026 Sun, 17 Dec 2017 04:13:56 +0000 rachylou 1869026@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>This is an interesting coat. Frankly, it looks like a workhorse. Throw it on and go. </p> <p>But in terms of capital S styling it: I’m thinking it’s in the Chanel category. Chanel can be ultra cool. It can be punk. It can be polished. It can be sophisticated. And it can be old, Anachronistic. That’s a good word. I think one has to embrace that oldness to be today in a piece like this. </p> <p>Actually, I can see this jacket with Chanel chain jewelry and pumps... </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/styling-the-new-acquisition#post-1869017 Sun, 17 Dec 2017 03:59:18 +0000 Jaime 1869017@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I have to agree with Angie - this coat was made for you. The leather positively glows with quality that I can see even on my not optimal screen. I was captivated by your remark about being fashion sideways. I feel this may be uber-fashion actually, but am wondering which other moves fashion may make - fashion tight rope walking, fashion back flips, fashion takes a taxi. Ok, I'll stop.<br />I can't comment on the specific outfits due to lack of light (in my house right now). My eyes have not dilated enough yet to take it all in. Thank you for sharing, your writing is at least as delightful as your outfits.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/styling-the-new-acquisition#post-1869016 Sun, 17 Dec 2017 03:56:59 +0000 Anonymous 1869016@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Favorites are 1 and 2 which I think are of the same outfit? The coat is gorgeous and in this outfit the ruffle detail shows up more and adds definition.</p> <p>I like the juxtaposition with the webby looking top too. I think this outfit is kind of perfect, really, I wouldn't change a thing. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/styling-the-new-acquisition#post-1869005 Sun, 17 Dec 2017 02:58:55 +0000 Bonnie 1869005@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I think they all work and you look fab.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/styling-the-new-acquisition#post-1869003 Sun, 17 Dec 2017 02:52:51 +0000 Janet 1869003@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Holy cow, that’s amazing. While it’s a little different from what we’ve typically seen on you, it works. The way you style it makes it you! I kind of love when an item like this is unexpected in the usual context of a person’s style, yet seamlessly integrates once it’s in the wardrobe. The stylings here make it appear that this is such a piece. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/styling-the-new-acquisition#post-1869001 Sun, 17 Dec 2017 02:36:38 +0000 Suz 1869001@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>This. Is. Amazing. What gorgeous leather!! No wonder you fell in love. You'll have it forever and a day and find so many interesting things to do with it. I'll bet it will get a lot easier to style with practice, too. My favourite here is #4 because it is unexpected and fresh. But I also adore 1/2 -- it definitely works with slim pants. This feels like an Avengers jacket to me. Brilliant purchase!&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/styling-the-new-acquisition#post-1868956 Sun, 17 Dec 2017 00:18:47 +0000 Sal 1868956@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Perfect Approprio.&nbsp; I I love 1 2 and 4.&nbsp; I think it will become a well worn addition that you will wear forever. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/styling-the-new-acquisition#post-1868952 Sun, 17 Dec 2017 00:13:46 +0000 Angie 1868952@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>KILLER</p> <p>It was waiting to be yours,<b> Liz. </b>#4 is my favourite.&nbsp;<b></b> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/styling-the-new-acquisition#post-1868940 Sat, 16 Dec 2017 23:41:01 +0000 Gaylene 1868940@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I love it!</p> <p>All your stylings are great, but 1 and 2 made me go “oh, YES!” I adore the starkness and severity as opposed to trying to lighten the look by pairing it with sweet and/or kooky. If it were mine, I’d be channeling its medieval, Eastern vibe. But then, I’ve always been an admirer of Tamar of Georgia... </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/styling-the-new-acquisition#post-1868938 Sat, 16 Dec 2017 23:35:09 +0000 Bijou 1868938@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>The new acquisition looks amazing on you. I can see this coat on Anna Wintour, but like how you have made it your own. I am glad you bought this, it is a forever piece. Sometimes items find their way to the right person, Agent Smith was onto something. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/styling-the-new-acquisition#post-1868931 Sat, 16 Dec 2017 23:07:02 +0000 DonnaF 1868931@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I want to pet that leather! The round neck and A shape remind me of my Uniqlo coat below. They give it a vaguely sweet '70s look. Except in black leather. The juxtaposition makes it interesting. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/styling-the-new-acquisition#post-1868921 Sat, 16 Dec 2017 22:35:10 +0000 UmmLila (Lisa) 1868921@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I clearly lack imagination, because when you posted about this the first time around, I saw it as basically a leather garment bag. Good finding, good wearing! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/styling-the-new-acquisition#post-1868907 Sat, 16 Dec 2017 22:09:32 +0000 Meredith 1868907@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I love it with the pants but all of the looks are great. There’s certainly a nice juxtaposition between the severity of the jacket and the romantic qualities of the full skirts. Can’t wait to see how your use of the piece develops. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/styling-the-new-acquisition#post-1868902 Sat, 16 Dec 2017 22:04:45 +0000 Katerina 1868902@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>OMG! This must be one of the most beautiful jackets EVER! It is irresistible. I love it even more than in your previous post, PERFECTION.<br /> It suits you so well and your styling ideas are very interesting. My favorites are no 1, 2 and 3.</p> <p>I have enjoyed your post tremendously, so well written and fun. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/styling-the-new-acquisition#post-1868885 Sat, 16 Dec 2017 21:27:21 +0000 LaPed 1868885@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Well, your hair looks good to me (I say as a person who is about a month overdue for a trim). The striped stockings in #6 are fun, and it looks remarkable with the colours in #4. All that shiny black gives those pastels a raison d'être.&nbsp;</p> <p>I wasn't around for your school reunion post, or your tattoo post -- fun to click back through those links, thank you. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/styling-the-new-acquisition#post-1868883 Sat, 16 Dec 2017 21:17:28 +0000 Jenni NZ 1868883@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I like 1 and 2 best without the hat, I like the hair! Interesting to read the link about your old school, what an amazing looking place. In this part of the world we have no idea on that sort of history. The new coat is fantastic even although obviously light years from my- I don't know- bourgeois style? ( is that the right word for sort of boring and conventional even when my clothing choices are interesting to me?)<br /> Does Mr Edge look like Neo? I was kind of in love with Neo and Trinity together, maybe a bit like Han Solo and Princess Leia together. You know, like a whole galaxy away from my life. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/styling-the-new-acquisition#post-1868882 Sat, 16 Dec 2017 21:08:51 +0000 Mirjana 1868882@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Great , I like #1 . </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/styling-the-new-acquisition#post-1868880 Sat, 16 Dec 2017 21:04:52 +0000 JAileen 1868880@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I really like the stripes with it in #6. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/styling-the-new-acquisition#post-1868876 Sat, 16 Dec 2017 20:41:10 +0000 Anonymous 1868876@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I missed this the first time around, but holy crap is this a cool piece! &nbsp;I don't see it the same way you do - because my reference points are nowhere near as global and sophisticated as yours - so my styling ideas would be completely different. I stand in awe of yours. &nbsp;Love it and love it on you. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/styling-the-new-acquisition#post-1868875 Sat, 16 Dec 2017 20:38:22 +0000 The Cat 1868875@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Of course, #1 is fab too. The jacket looks more relaxed when open (but it's nice to be able to zip it up, especially if you're outdoors and it's cold). I guess it can be styled with many different tops, and I immediately imagine that it would look gorgeous with a velvet or velour tee in a jewel tone. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/styling-the-new-acquisition#post-1868874 Sat, 16 Dec 2017 20:34:49 +0000 Diana 1868874@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>#4 is amazing! </p>