https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/summer-dressing-2023 Style Advice for Fashion Lovers en-US Fri, 24 Apr 2026 16:33:09 +0000 http://bbpress.org/?v=1.0.2 q https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/search.php https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/summer-dressing-2023#post-2325480 Tue, 06 Jun 2023 16:32:58 +0000 Mirjana 2325480@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Gorgeous summer looks, I can't pick favorite. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/summer-dressing-2023#post-2325462 Tue, 06 Jun 2023 13:57:19 +0000 The Cat 2325462@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>You look gorgeous in your classic sophisticated style. And you certainly looked great in 2017, too. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/summer-dressing-2023#post-2325457 Tue, 06 Jun 2023 13:20:31 +0000 LJP 2325457@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Thanks all. I appreciate that the striped dress would hang better and thus look better without the cross body bag messing things up. Also, maybe the days of showing my knees are over? &nbsp;I'm not really fussed about that but do realize they don't look like they used to . &nbsp;</p> <p>Jaime - I'm definitely influenced by a specific group of women who dress in *quiet luxury* but also live the life, lol. &nbsp;Even when my outfit choices don't reflect it, I'm constantly drawn to minimal high end design - haha. &nbsp;I also , though, am susceptible to what I see here at retail , and more often than not buy what I can access, rather than source better stuff online. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/summer-dressing-2023#post-2325454 Tue, 06 Jun 2023 13:11:59 +0000 Janet 2325454@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>These are great looks, and it’s interesting that you’re feeling a simpler approach with warm weather — understandable! </p> <p>I’d love to find some sort of dress like the first one in a color other than somber darks — it’s been a trial to find anything in a pleasant brighter blue or green, or even red. And I adore the striped dress too! It’s a shame I really prefer knee coverage because I like that style. </p> <p>But you are looking great, walking outfit and all! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/summer-dressing-2023#post-2325445 Tue, 06 Jun 2023 12:32:11 +0000 LJP 2325445@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Jaime - typo, sorry . It’s Jennifer Alfano and her site is called The Flair Index . </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/summer-dressing-2023#post-2325443 Tue, 06 Jun 2023 12:03:20 +0000 April 2325443@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>We've had a return to chilly the past few days but when summer comes marching in (with his heavy boots on), I love reaching for a dress.&nbsp;&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/summer-dressing-2023#post-2325441 Tue, 06 Jun 2023 11:55:08 +0000 Anonymous 2325441@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Love the pic with Vivian These dresses are great on you! Big yay to simplicity these days. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/summer-dressing-2023#post-2325435 Tue, 06 Jun 2023 10:39:42 +0000 Brooklyn 2325435@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>You look lovely. I can never find dresses for summer so I am envious. If I were you I would duplicate the first one in another colour (if they have it). Very chic. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/summer-dressing-2023#post-2325432 Tue, 06 Jun 2023 08:25:35 +0000 Star (Lise) 2325432@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Lisa I have also had the pull towards more sophisticated and more classic for some time and you have nailed it.&nbsp; Stunning dresses and the brown accessory compliment says to&nbsp; me 'quiet sophistication', with particular love for the brown sandals.&nbsp; So difficult to nail this look in summer and you have definitely inspired me to stay on this track.</p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/summer-dressing-2023#post-2325426 Tue, 06 Jun 2023 02:34:49 +0000 Firecracker (Sharan) 2325426@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Both dresses look fantastic on you, and I love the classic sandals, bags, sunnies and jewelry you've chosen. Great elegant, chic, casual summery looks. I especially love the indigo linen dress. You look like a million bucks, as my mom used to say. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/summer-dressing-2023#post-2325424 Tue, 06 Jun 2023 02:19:17 +0000 Jaime 2325424@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Great looks and hair and makeup and nails! I am intrigued by your attraction to classic looks. I am wondering if you are responding to the quiet luxury aesthetic that is in the zeitgeist right now. Or maybe the word is recognizing - as in you have recognized it as expressing something you want to say with your style. If so, there are a tons of inspiration under this rubric (some ridiculous but some sublime) to direct you in terms of pants, shorts, etc. Also intrigued by Jennifer Alfaro - as in who is she - a quick google search did not bring up any style icons! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/summer-dressing-2023#post-2325423 Tue, 06 Jun 2023 01:47:28 +0000 Bijou 2325423@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I will give lots of love to the indigo linen dress, it's my favourite. You look so chic and pulled together in all of these. What a gorgeous photo of you and Viva! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/summer-dressing-2023#post-2325422 Tue, 06 Jun 2023 01:17:45 +0000 kellygirl 2325422@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Ooh, so fab! I love both of these on you. The black is especially striking. So chic! You have fab summer style! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/summer-dressing-2023#post-2325419 Tue, 06 Jun 2023 00:30:14 +0000 Helena 2325419@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>You look amazing in both of these! There's something about this fashion moment that seems to be making summer dressing easy ... </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/summer-dressing-2023#post-2325415 Mon, 05 Jun 2023 21:59:40 +0000 Dee 2325415@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Ouu.. that indigo linen dress is so fab, love how you’ve styled it, silver necklaces work great.&nbsp;<br />Stripe dress is cute too, too bad about wrinkling but hey that’s summer, open over pants sounds like a interesting option too.</p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/summer-dressing-2023#post-2325406 Mon, 05 Jun 2023 20:18:37 +0000 LJP 2325406@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I bought it from a local boutique - I couldn’t find it on the White Stuff ‘s website either . There is a knee length version too , btw . </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/summer-dressing-2023#post-2325405 Mon, 05 Jun 2023 19:53:27 +0000 Suz 2325405@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I especially love the first dress -- why would you want to wear anything else in the heat? Seriously great.&nbsp;</p> <p>Now I want it, too. But the web site doesn't seem to have it any more.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/summer-dressing-2023#post-2325404 Mon, 05 Jun 2023 19:44:06 +0000 LJP 2325404@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Irina - no, I’ve never tried the striped dress as a tunic or open over pants , as Angie suggested . I must try that one day though ! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/summer-dressing-2023#post-2325402 Mon, 05 Jun 2023 19:30:54 +0000 BlueJay 2325402@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>The dresses look great, Lisa! I especially like the first one. The walking outfit looks cool and comfy! (I have the same RayBans as you. I like them because they fit my face!)&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/summer-dressing-2023#post-2325398 Mon, 05 Jun 2023 19:17:09 +0000 Cardiff girl 2325398@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>The first dress looks like the perfect summer dress,quietly chic but easy to wear.l do like your walking outfit though! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/summer-dressing-2023#post-2325397 Mon, 05 Jun 2023 19:09:16 +0000 Irina 2325397@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Looks fab! Love the navy linen dress and so wish I looked this good in v-neck! The striped dress is nice, too. Do you wear it over pants or jeans when it’s not too hot? </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/summer-dressing-2023#post-2325396 Mon, 05 Jun 2023 17:49:52 +0000 LJP 2325396@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Thanks all :). I wish I could photograph the linen dress better - it deserves it .</p> <p>I’ve worn RayBans since I was old enough to buy a pair ;). I always have at least a pair or two in my collection . DH does too . And yes , wearing the striped dress as a tunic is indeed a good idea , as is wearing the brown accessories with the linen dress </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/summer-dressing-2023#post-2325395 Mon, 05 Jun 2023 17:17:48 +0000 Vildy 2325395@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>These are very assured looks and I love them on you. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/summer-dressing-2023#post-2325394 Mon, 05 Jun 2023 17:09:35 +0000 ChristelJ 2325394@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Your classics are interesting and flattering, both dresses beautiful on you. I can see why they make you happy. You have chosen just the right simple jewelry, sleek crossbodies, and love the timeless sandals. Looking effortlessly sophisticated. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/summer-dressing-2023#post-2325392 Mon, 05 Jun 2023 16:48:58 +0000 JP 2325392@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Both dresses look great on you, but #5 is my favorite. I like every detail in these outfits.<br /> I can relate to you about being drawn to more sophisticated looks, but I still like some of the trends... </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/summer-dressing-2023#post-2325391 Mon, 05 Jun 2023 16:46:52 +0000 kkards 2325391@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>YLF! &nbsp;<br /><div>As a lover of classics these outfits really speak to me! &nbsp;</div><div>And l love how you’ve mixed older pieces with newer ones.&nbsp;</div><div><br /></div> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/summer-dressing-2023#post-2325390 Mon, 05 Jun 2023 16:45:41 +0000 Angie 2325390@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>SOOOO fun to see you in fabulous frocks,<b> LJP</b>! Tis the season, and you wear them fantastically well :)&nbsp;</p> <p>Loving #5! My KILLER fave. Have a soft spot for the classics.....</p> <p>(I see you wear RayBans too! A go-to brand at the Cox Castle. HIGH FIVE).</p> <p>Loving you in brown accents! They are gorgeous with your complexion and brown eyes. Try the brown slides and bag with the indigo dress too.&nbsp;</p> <p>Have you tried wearing the striped dress as a tunic, perhaps? Some ideas:&nbsp;</p> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/summer-dressing-2023#post-2325388 Mon, 05 Jun 2023 16:39:55 +0000 slim cat 2325388@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I love both dresses on you - perfect for summer! Your attention to details - jewelry, nail polish, make up, bags/sandals combo - is fabulous as usual! Pic#6 is very cute/playful and the last picture with Viva is so sweet. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/summer-dressing-2023#post-2325386 Mon, 05 Jun 2023 16:29:11 +0000 LJP 2325386@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I'm increasingly drawn to a <b>more sophisticated, "classic-based "style of late . </b>    I am admittedly <b>annoyed at my trendier pieces </b> (weird chunky /wave Sorel sandals and  parachute nylon pants for example) - although thankfully I haven't spent much on them this year - and have never felt happier than I am/was in these two dresses.</p> <p>The pictures really don't do the long linen number justice. It's a washed indigo linen which is not tied in back and making me look pregnant despite the photo . It hangs straight down and I promise it's poor lighting and poor camera operation  It's slit up both sides, and is a dream to wear.  A pair of black Spanx shorts underneath and it was a good silhouette in person.   I'm <b>really into classic flat leather sandals right now </b> and liked this dress with very <b>plain Grecian black sandals </b>and a black/navy nylon/leather bag. Jennifer Alfaro-inspired and informed <b>choice of silver jewellery</b> instead of the expected gold.</p> <p><b>The striped cotton shirt dress is about 6 years old</b> - and bought after an<b> NYC meet-up with Vivian</b> (Viva) who wore it that day.  I love it but don't wear it a lot - it wrinkles more than I realized - oh well. I used to wear it with gold flat sandals, but am not feeling metallics this year.  These <b>flat brown Hermes knock-offs are super comfortable</b> and I think lend the look more sophistication and classic-ness than my "old" choices.  Sneakers are fine with this but I tend not to wear them much on days off work. <b>Super happy to get some wear out of this bag</b> which is also old. Pearl earrings and ring , and navy ombre sunglasses to finish. </p> <p>And then my real summer style - lol : out for a walk in the 30C heat. Wish me luck!</p> <p><b>Now to just figure out how to work this look with pants, shorts, jeans etc.</b><br /> <b>All suggestions welcome ! </b></p> <p><b>linen dress</b> - White Stuff UK - new<br /> <b>sandals</b> - Gravity Pope - 2 yrs old<br /> <b>bag </b>- Lauren Ralph Lauren - preloved<br /> <b>jewellery </b>- Pilgrim<br /> <b>wacky hair </b>= pushed all up on purpose = en route to a hair appt  </p> <p><b>striped dress</b> - Everlane - old<br /> <b>sandals</b> - Wishbone (Browns) - new<br /> <b>bag</b> - Aritizia - old<br /> <b>jewellery</b> - Kate Spade and Anthro</p> <p>bonus photo of Vivian and I in NYC in June 2017 !  </p>