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YouLookFab Forum » Topic: Summer Capsule https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/summer-capsule-1 Style Advice for Fashion Lovers en-US Fri, 10 Apr 2026 16:48:37 +0000 http://bbpress.org/?v=1.0.2 <![CDATA[Search]]> q https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/search.php Star (Lise) on "Summer Capsule" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/summer-capsule-1#post-2265024 Sat, 28 May 2022 17:14:10 +0000 Star (Lise) 2265024@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ KKards just read your comment on Chewy's thread, what I call vests are not what you call vests.  I call 'your' vest a waistcoat.  My vests are very thin strapped tops.  Too hot here in summer for waistcoat/vests, but I would love one for Autumn/Spring. Star (Lise) on "Summer Capsule" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/summer-capsule-1#post-2265000 Sat, 28 May 2022 16:34:31 +0000 Star (Lise) 2265000@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ Thanks Lana and KKards, I will try to add pics but my photo-taking opportunities are limited to my laptop currently.  You know I am not even sure if they are hanky vests, I named them that, they are very fluid and are longer at the hip area.  They are about 12 years old!, yet so useful, they just work for my fluffy middle, IFYKWIM.  Ha-ha going to think more about the fashion equivalent for an earwig - maybe an eyewig - or an eye 'something' seeing that it is all about the visual, and not the audio, being stuck in our brains. kkards on "Summer Capsule" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/summer-capsule-1#post-2264960 Sat, 28 May 2022 13:24:10 +0000 kkards 2264960@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ Wow, this is so well thought out and through.  I do hope that you will show us some of the fab outfits that pull together with this capsule…especially interested in the hanky vests as lately  i seem to have vests stuck in brain (if having a song stuck in your head is called an earwig, what would the fashion equivalent be called?) Lana on "Summer Capsule" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/summer-capsule-1#post-2264952 Sat, 28 May 2022 12:24:24 +0000 Lana 2264952@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ Love that you included lots of dresses and skirts — so good for the heat.  Anonymous on "Summer Capsule" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/summer-capsule-1#post-2264775 Fri, 27 May 2022 16:28:49 +0000 Anonymous 2264775@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ It looks like you are set for summer. Angie on "Summer Capsule" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/summer-capsule-1#post-2264760 Fri, 27 May 2022 15:44:48 +0000 Angie 2264760@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ Liking the additions of white, and the dresses!  Star (Lise) on "Summer Capsule" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/summer-capsule-1#post-2264708 Fri, 27 May 2022 09:51:54 +0000 Star (Lise) 2264708@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ Thanks Rachylou and Sal.  It does seem balanced to me too.  Let's see in reality how it works out. Star (Lise) on "Summer Capsule" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/summer-capsule-1#post-2264707 Fri, 27 May 2022 09:49:48 +0000 Star (Lise) 2264707@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ Yes Joy I have included an unlined linen blazer, a short sleeve airy cardi, my white denim jacket which is lightweight cotton and very cool, and I have another two blue denim toppers, one is sleeveless (chopped by me and tidied up by a seamstress) and one is short sleeved.  At the moment I also prefer a topper when possible for my lumps and bumps created by a small weight gain on the waist.  I usually wear these in the evening.  Summer days are too hot for any toppers.  Good idea about using the button downs open.  I have recently acquired a few. Anonymous on "Summer Capsule" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/summer-capsule-1#post-2264695 Fri, 27 May 2022 04:37:33 +0000 Anonymous 2264695@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ Looks good.  I would need some lighter weight toppers for hot days in air conditioning.  Like linen unlined jackets, sheer ponchos or very open knit linen cardigans.  Also sleeved button down linen shirts worn as jackets.  I also use such pieces as camouflage for lumps and bumps, which is a recent problem.  You may not need that use. rachylou on "Summer Capsule" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/summer-capsule-1#post-2264652 Thu, 26 May 2022 19:06:01 +0000 rachylou 2264652@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ Seems orderly! Sal on "Summer Capsule" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/summer-capsule-1#post-2264647 Thu, 26 May 2022 17:48:30 +0000 Sal 2264647@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ This sounds like a balanced capsule. I like dresses in summer so pleased you have a few options. Have fun!! Star (Lise) on "Summer Capsule" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/summer-capsule-1#post-2264633 Thu, 26 May 2022 15:01:44 +0000 Star (Lise) 2264633@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ Hi Fabbers Further to my report back on my Spring Capsule, herewith is my proposed capsule for summer.  35 pieces.  I will report back end of August if I actually needed all these items.  Any thoughts welcome. Basically comprises 3 shorts, 3 skirts, 2 pants, 6 dresses and various tops and toppers. HIGH SUMMER CAPSULE - 2022 (26 MAY/AUG) 35 Pieces Denim Bermuda Shorts Benetton White Shorts Tommy Hilfiger Green/White Plaid Shorts White Snake-print Skinnies Pink Skinnies H&M Rust Linen Blazer White Denim Jacket Green s/s cardi Denim s/s jacket Rust Linen Maxi Skirt Cream Ditsy floral Maxi Skirt Green Abstract Floral Skirt Blue/white Palm Sundress Black/White Geometric Floral Sundress WW Coral Thai Sundress Denim Tunic Dress Denim Striped Button Down dress Black/Red Floral Slip Dress Green Cotton Camisole Cream Crochet Vest Khaki Hanky Hem Vest Navy Hanky Hem Vest Animal Print Cotton Shell Rust floral Shell Black with multi-colour circles halterneck Mid-Wash Denim S/S B/Down (Ms) Green S/S B/Down (Ms) Pink S/S B/Down (Ms) White Patterned S/S B/Down (Ms) Navy/Green/White Plaid L/S B/Down TH Navy Patterned Button Down Black S/less Button Down Olive 3-4/S Button Down Navy/WhiteStriped s/s T Turquoise TH s/s T