https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/styling-trousers Style Advice for Fashion Lovers en-US Sun, 19 Apr 2026 05:46:55 +0000 http://bbpress.org/?v=1.0.2 q https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/search.php https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/styling-trousers#post-795577 Fri, 14 Dec 2012 00:28:59 +0000 Amy 795577@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>You're probably right about the sweater length, Laura. I'd love to find some shorter ones, but they don't seem to be trendy right now.</p> <p>Thanks for your help! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/styling-trousers#post-795464 Thu, 13 Dec 2012 20:53:00 +0000 Laura (rhubarbgirl) 795464@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Looking at the picture, my first thought is that I want the sweater to be shorter. I feel like too much of your waistline is elided. Maybe it's a proportion thing? </p> <p>P.s. I totally covet your phone case; too cute... </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/styling-trousers#post-794953 Thu, 13 Dec 2012 04:47:11 +0000 sarah 794953@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I was just thinking about this today (when I wore trousers and a sweater). I added a scarf, booties, and a jacket to try to update the look, but I think my booties are looking a bit blah, and the whole outfit would have been taken up a notch by more modern ones. (My trouser are straight legs, BTW). So, i agree with Sveta - adding an element or two to make the look more fashion forward is a good trick. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/styling-trousers#post-794878 Thu, 13 Dec 2012 03:36:15 +0000 Jaime 794878@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Ooh, great examples. Can't wait to see you implement Amy! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/styling-trousers#post-794800 Thu, 13 Dec 2012 01:56:43 +0000 Amy 794800@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Inge,thanks for those examples. I'm feeling inspired. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/styling-trousers#post-794786 Thu, 13 Dec 2012 01:45:25 +0000 Amy 794786@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>It's good to know I'm not alone in this. Angie, you are the best! Thanks for the suggestions. </p> <p>Scents, I'm going to study your outfits again, since your rousers outfits have so much panache. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/styling-trousers#post-794690 Wed, 12 Dec 2012 23:21:53 +0000 unfrumped 794690@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Good question. I have this same issue! I rely on my standard AT tropical wool work trousers but often feel the result is very blah. Not putting any personal style stamp on them with other parts of the outfit. Sure I can aim for slimmer pants, but it would be great if I could add more of the elements that take the trouser look up a notch.</p> <p>Will see if I can work in some of these suggestions. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/styling-trousers#post-794604 Wed, 12 Dec 2012 20:14:50 +0000 Carole 794604@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>You make such an excellent observation that I relate to, as well. I have felt frumpy in my slacks unless I wear something slim fitting on top which then seems sort of dated, hmmm. Gonna check out all the recommendations here. Thanks for posting!!!!! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/styling-trousers#post-794600 Wed, 12 Dec 2012 20:07:30 +0000 Lisa 794600@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Great question. I am very aware of the length when weraing trousers. I find tops have to end a little shorter (or be tucked) to see the waistline. With jeans I tend to go slightly more form fitting. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/styling-trousers#post-794576 Wed, 12 Dec 2012 19:55:02 +0000 Inge 794576@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Love the colour of the sweater on you, Amy.<br /> Angie's examples are totally my cup of tea, and the things Sveta suggests are also things that have worked for me.<br /> Try adding in a little textural or visual interest or pattern too: e.g. a pair of patterned or animal print booties, an argyle print, polka dot, colour-blocked or striped sweater, a button-down (sleeves scrunched or rolled up) with a sweater vest. Add a cropped leather jacket or denim jacket. Perhaps a plaid or gingham shirt? ...</p> <p>Here are a few more visuals for inspiration:<br /> <a href="http://pinterest.com/pin/246642517063684134/" rel="nofollow">http://pinterest.com/pin/246642517063684134/</a></p> <p><a href="http://pinterest.com/pin/246642517063543547/" rel="nofollow">http://pinterest.com/pin/246642517063543547/</a></p> <p><a href="http://pinterest.com/pin/246642517063128609/" rel="nofollow">http://pinterest.com/pin/246642517063128609/</a></p> <p><a href="http://pinterest.com/pin/257338566178975024/" rel="nofollow">http://pinterest.com/pin/257338566178975024/</a> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/styling-trousers#post-794560 Wed, 12 Dec 2012 19:32:34 +0000 rachylou 794560@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I have this problem too. Thank you for bringing it up! </p> <p>So... Eh. I have to see what I have by way of fine gauge sweaters. Probably zero, since I'm always thinking bulky because I'm always cold. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/styling-trousers#post-794503 Wed, 12 Dec 2012 18:24:13 +0000 Sveta 794503@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>You and me, Amy, you and me! I have also noticed with surprise that my trouser collecton actually surpassed my skirt collection inspite of my whining of not being able to find well fitting trousers &lt;wink on Angie&gt;<br /> What I found that it is important to add some modern twist to classic trousers to keep them current. Semituck with a cool belt, layering a shorter sweater over a button down shirt when shirttails, collar and cuffs are exposed, cropped chunky sweater...This is what comes to mind right now but I am sure there are more.<br /> Enjoy you fab trousers and please post what you come up with!:-) </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/styling-trousers#post-794490 Wed, 12 Dec 2012 17:54:37 +0000 Angie 794490@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Just posted this for you:</p> <p><a href="http://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/for-amy-styling-flared-trousers-with-untucked-pullover" rel="nofollow">http://youlookfab.com/welookfa.....d-pullover</a> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/styling-trousers#post-794486 Wed, 12 Dec 2012 17:48:43 +0000 Angie 794486@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>When I wear this combination, I wear a more delicate sweater untucked and scrunch the sleeves. I have photos on my pinterest board that provide good visuals but I can't upload them here because you're on the app. I will start another thread. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/styling-trousers#post-794450 Wed, 12 Dec 2012 16:36:58 +0000 Amy 794450@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>For the first time in years, I have a decent set of trousers. They are comfortable and made reasonably well. This is another pair of Banana Republic Martins. </p> <p>I'm concerned that this style of trousers when worn with the tops in my wardrobe make me look schlumpy.</p> <p>For instance, in this outfit, is the slouchy top with the non skinny bottoms too much volume overall?</p> <p>What are some things I can do to make outfits with this style of pants more current?</p> <p>Thank you! </p>