https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/summer-mvps---mine-and-yours Style Advice for Fashion Lovers en-US Tue, 14 Apr 2026 20:15:55 +0000 http://bbpress.org/?v=1.0.2 q https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/search.php https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/summer-mvps---mine-and-yours/page/2#post-2055597 Sat, 24 Aug 2019 22:47:17 +0000 Bonnie 2055597@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>My MVP this summer have been lightweight denim jackets and jeans and sneakers. I have a lot of summer tops from when I lived in a place that had 8 months of summer, so I've been trying to wear them on warm days but there haven't been many so far.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/summer-mvps---mine-and-yours/page/2#post-2055523 Sat, 24 Aug 2019 16:54:20 +0000 JAileen 2055523@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>My MVP has to be these shorts from REI. I’ve already worn them at least a dozen times. I have them in olive, and just ordered them in light grey. They have a hidden drawstring for a great fit.</p> <p>For non gear, my MVP would be my EF linen dress. It’s from last year and I love it. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/summer-mvps---mine-and-yours/page/2#post-2055456 Sat, 24 Aug 2019 08:21:31 +0000 lyn67 2055456@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I am in awe about the midi/maxi and Carmen necklines trend, so stocked up on everything&nbsp; alike(for ex. pleated midis&nbsp; and some summer maxi dresses, and tops with Carmen neck) but my GOAT of MVP for summer&nbsp; is always THE unbeatable white knee length&nbsp; denim/twill skirt (this year was a twill&nbsp; one with button downs on front)... and 2019 was all about a tan block heeled mule (it's second season now) and&nbsp; a silver tote!&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/summer-mvps---mine-and-yours/page/2#post-2055449 Sat, 24 Aug 2019 07:06:54 +0000 anchie 2055449@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>After few years of not wearing skirts much, this summer I wore skirts at least 2 times per week. Main reason was probably that they were easier to fit and accommodate my perpetual weight fluctuations. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/summer-mvps---mine-and-yours/page/2#post-2055331 Sat, 24 Aug 2019 00:28:37 +0000 Gretchen 2055331@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Surprisingly, mine have all been casual wear. Must say something about where my work wardrobe is that nothing jumps to mind from that side of the closet.&nbsp;</p> <p>Anthro White speckled Chinos. Perfect fit and the color in them gives a little more interest than normal white pants.&nbsp;</p> <p>Daniel Rainn eyelet top: perfect popover top for summer events</p> <p>Sundance eyelet t-shirt: total workhorse</p> <p>Vince Camuto tie-front blouse: super easy. just duplicated in pink</p> <p>AT Peplum Denim jacket: the grab and go jacket for Northern CA summer nights </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/summer-mvps---mine-and-yours/page/2#post-2055319 Fri, 23 Aug 2019 23:32:29 +0000 kkards 2055319@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I love hearing about everyone mvps. And surprised by the Lululemons, must be me, but I’ve yet to crack the sizing code there, every i try is either too thought or too big...<br /> Anyway. My mvps are duplicated footwear, cognac handbag and some items from my Pilates capsule... </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/summer-mvps---mine-and-yours/page/2#post-2055301 Fri, 23 Aug 2019 21:24:08 +0000 Anonymous 2055301@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>My MVPs and even GOATs (most have been MVPs for several summers) have been silk pieces and EF knit dresses and shoes. Silk is just right for me, breezy but can be warm enough when needed.  </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/summer-mvps---mine-and-yours/page/2#post-2055117 Fri, 23 Aug 2019 03:04:53 +0000 cindysmith 2055117@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I have this asymmetrical, gauzy silk Helmut Lang tank top in desert tans and browns, and I love that stupid top. I don't normally do horizontal stripes but when I saw this top I made an exception because it's such a pretty top. The weight gain has the top in my "holding zone" storage tub, and I'm hoping that the gym works so that I can wear this top again!<br /> In general, any tank top that is a longer length winds up being a heavy hitter in my wardrobe, but my lifestyle chews through summer clothes so most of them don't last very long. How that Helmut Lang top has survived for the last 8 years or so without disintegrating is beyond me LOL </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/summer-mvps---mine-and-yours/page/2#post-2055081 Thu, 22 Aug 2019 22:21:31 +0000 Carla 2055081@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Beautiful selections, karen13. I find the high crew neck and boxy shape of men's t-shirts isn't very flattering to my broad shouldered, small chested somewhat H shape. How do you style your t's? </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/summer-mvps---mine-and-yours/page/2#post-2055070 Thu, 22 Aug 2019 21:34:39 +0000 karen13 2055070@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>So many great items here - I am going to bookmark and consider many of these for next summer.</p> <p>Runcarla - I am waving at my t-shirt "cousin" - one of my favorites this summer has been &nbsp;my Uniqlo Hokusai that I bought in Tokyo last summer (Find 1) - best travel souvenir and goes with all my new wardrobe items. I bought another in San Francisco last week, but haven't worn it yet. They re both mens - why are men's tees on you forbidden list?</p> <p>My Tumi convertible bag/pack has been in heavy rotation, along with my comfy Bzees and my new wide mustard crops (which go beautifully with both Hohusai tees.. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/summer-mvps---mine-and-yours/page/2#post-2055040 Thu, 22 Aug 2019 20:01:11 +0000 Style Fan 2055040@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I agree that the Lululemon On The Fly pants are MVP for a lot of us.&nbsp; Another Florida purchase for me. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/summer-mvps---mine-and-yours/page/2#post-2055034 Thu, 22 Aug 2019 19:56:12 +0000 Toban 2055034@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>My MVPs have been my navy LOFT sheath dress (second year and still my favorite, an awesome travel dress that is stretchy but structured and never wrinkles) and my Boden Helena olive chino dress (it has pockets!). Both hot almost weekly wear, but were easily changed up with different sandals, toppers and accessories. Also, I am always grabbing last year’s LOFT olive utility peplum topper. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/summer-mvps---mine-and-yours/page/2#post-2055027 Thu, 22 Aug 2019 19:31:59 +0000 cjh 2055027@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Black shorts, black Converse. Bare legs, sleeveless tops. That about it for this summer. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/summer-mvps---mine-and-yours/page/2#post-2055015 Thu, 22 Aug 2019 18:41:35 +0000 Carla 2055015@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Smittie, Stylefan - I think there are a bunch of us loving our OTF pants from Lululemon. Bonnie, Lisap, me. I'm sure there are more. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/summer-mvps---mine-and-yours#post-2055009 Thu, 22 Aug 2019 18:19:57 +0000 smittie 2055009@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Burton board shorts - these were an MVP last year too. Material is very durable and fairly quick-dry. Perfect for all non-work days. I need another pair!</p> <p>Levi’s wedgie jeans in black. Perfect wardrobe update. </p> <p>Uniqlo ribbed tank tops (I think they were $15/ea). These look good with everything. Can be worn as undershirts.</p> <p>Zara gladiator sandals. These are the type that are just laces that are crossed around the foot and ankle. Love thee! They go with everything. I have not taken them off!</p> <p>Reef black flip flops. I’ve concluded these are the best plain black flip flops available due to their plainness, lack of cheap-look texture, and cushioned footbed. I spent $45 on them (which is cringey given I don’t like to spend more than $20 on flip flops), but they’re worth it.</p> <p>Lululemon on the fly pants - woven. I got mine in navy. Nice drape. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/summer-mvps---mine-and-yours#post-2055008 Thu, 22 Aug 2019 18:15:39 +0000 Style Fan 2055008@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>This is a great idea.&nbsp; Here are mine:</p> <p>Footwear<br />Birks - Bronze Gizeh - I bought these at Nordstrom in Jacksonville Florida about 5 years ago but hardly wore them.&nbsp; This summer they seemed to magically work for my feet.&nbsp; No idea why.&nbsp; They go with everything in my wardrobe.</p> <p>Bottoms<br />Lululemon - Black Joggers - Dress them up, dress them down.&nbsp; Go anywhere pants.<br />Lucky Jeans - Real Straights - Baggy enough to wear on a hot day.<br />Sanctuary Peace Troppers - Camo and Olive</p> <p>Tops<br />RE/Done - Vintage White - I bought 2 of these and I might get another.<br />J. Crew - Faded Denim Shirt</p> <p>Make Up<br />Finally, I found a mascara that doesn't irritate my eyes and isn't hard to take off.&nbsp; Cover Girl Lash Blast.&nbsp; I also started wearing Brown/Black instead of Black for daytime.&nbsp; The mascara looks just as good as Lancome Hypnose for a lot less. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/summer-mvps---mine-and-yours#post-2055005 Thu, 22 Aug 2019 17:53:44 +0000 Anonymous 2055005@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Sorry for the short post. &nbsp;</p> <p>My MVP have all been tops. &nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/summer-mvps---mine-and-yours#post-2054982 Thu, 22 Aug 2019 16:17:33 +0000 Barbara Diane 2054982@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I especially like your bags,<br /> My newly purchased twirly lightweight blue and white skirt is my new favorite and M.V.P. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/summer-mvps---mine-and-yours#post-2054976 Thu, 22 Aug 2019 15:48:43 +0000 Carla 2054976@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Lisbeth - 'don't get too caught up in versatile neutrals as an interesting colour or print can take a lot of work out of outfit building.' </p> <p>I am copying this over into my style journal! This is the solution for a hot season when less clothing is the rule. It is a challenge to create interesting outfits with just a dress or a spare top and bottom, and I realize how much I depend on that third item - usually a topper - to create visual interest, but this isn't practical when its hot out!</p> <p>Note to self: when shopping for summer 2020 consider pattern and/or colour for visual interest. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/summer-mvps---mine-and-yours#post-2054955 Thu, 22 Aug 2019 15:13:26 +0000 Liesbeth 2054955@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Good idea, celebrating your mvp's!<br /> Mine are very different from last year. At work I switched from a sweltering hot to an icy AC office and at home from baby cradling to toddler chasing.<br /> Most worn office items: beige ankle pants and closed toe flats, white denim jacket as a summery topper. Scarves were switched around often, as were tops. The crepe blouse deserves some praise too - it's truly wash&amp;wear and always looks elegant.<br /> On the weekends I'm living in my new linen ankle pants (as suitable for hot as for cooler weather) and drapey modal tees (I purchased four but wore mainly the seafoam one as the color makes it more interesting).<br /> Lessons learnt: practicality has taken on a new dimension. I need wash&amp;wear items that allow for freedom of movement (weekend) and keep me warm yet looking summery (work). Don't get too caught up in versatile neutrals as an interesting color or print can take a lot of work out of outfit building. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/summer-mvps---mine-and-yours#post-2054951 Thu, 22 Aug 2019 15:00:31 +0000 nemosmom 2054951@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>So smart of you to recognize your MVPs, and not just focus on discarding the worn pieces!</p> <p>My MVPs have definitely been my new sun hat (thanks, Carla for starting the earlier thread about sun hats!), my green sneakers, and Birks. The vans replaced my worn navy chucks; these are the Old Skool "PRO" model with a stronger footbed and arch support, and seem to be much better quality than my old converse. The Birks turned out to be a fine substitute for my beloved OluKai Ohanas, once I figured out that drilling extra holes in the suede for a tighter fit made them work for my foot. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/summer-mvps---mine-and-yours#post-2054947 Thu, 22 Aug 2019 14:46:55 +0000 SarahD8 2054947@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Lisa, you’re not alone. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/summer-mvps---mine-and-yours#post-2054926 Thu, 22 Aug 2019 14:02:25 +0000 Anonymous 2054926@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I've come back a few times to read this post and the replies....and I have to admit to some sadness , because I had NO mvp's this summer. Now I can't even think what the heck I wore, but none of it was spectacular, and there were no go-to's that stood out - other than a pair of short denim Jag pull-on shorts . &nbsp;This is telling - and I hope to rectify that by next summer. &nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/summer-mvps---mine-and-yours#post-2054905 Thu, 22 Aug 2019 12:51:48 +0000 Bijou 2054905@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>My most valuable winter players have informed my recent style choices.</p> <p>Shoes, Paul Green orange pumps, add a fun pop os colour.<br /> Jacket, faux fur leopard print, because warm and fun<br /> Dresses, my two classics, a LRD and a LBD<br /> Jeans, Paige skinnies, love the light blue denim and ankle chew effect<br /> Bags, one red and one black, both with gold hardware. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/summer-mvps---mine-and-yours#post-2054894 Thu, 22 Aug 2019 12:11:21 +0000 Windchime 2054894@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Without a doubt, the Gap black wide-leg crops I bought in the Spring. I think they were an Angie Pick. They went along both times I traveled, and I’m sure I’ve worn them at least twice a week all spring and summer, both casually and for work. I just clicked my Find and see they’re still available; I might duplicate them in another color. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/summer-mvps---mine-and-yours#post-2054880 Thu, 22 Aug 2019 11:54:55 +0000 Helena 2054880@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Fantastic pieces that look great on you Carla; I can see what they are your MVPs!</p> <p>I'll have to think on this, but off the top, my sleeveless linen tops from BR have been great this summer. And my Birkies, of course! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/summer-mvps---mine-and-yours#post-2054843 Thu, 22 Aug 2019 04:25:22 +0000 Jessikams 2054843@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>This summer I seem to be following rainy season from place to place (or it follows me), which has given me a chance to work on how to dress for hot, wet weather. Challenging! But I notice that my platform-sole sandals are really useful- less splashing on the feet because I’m lifted above puddles. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/summer-mvps---mine-and-yours#post-2054832 Thu, 22 Aug 2019 02:41:19 +0000 Jaime 2054832@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Good question!<br />Bottoms - Narrow and relatively simple jeans and Nike sports long shorts.<br />Shoes - Vince toe ring sandals in cognac and black both found in like new condition second hand.</p> <p>Everything else is switched pretty frequently lately! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/summer-mvps---mine-and-yours#post-2054830 Thu, 22 Aug 2019 02:34:01 +0000 Carla 2054830@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Ah, Suz - 'Those who cannot remember the past are condemned to repeat it' - George Santayna</p> <p>He had very cruel opinions about FASHION that I will not repeat, but I think we can learn from the past, so it is worth contemplating what worked and what didn't as we continue on our sartorial adventures! </p> <p>I appreciate the insight folks provide (I wouldn't have picked up on 'pattern' as a common denominator in my MVP's if Angie hadn't pointed it out) as well as recommendations (one day I want to own a VC tube skirt and a liberty print skirt and top like you and Christina!)</p> <p>Murph11 - the EF denim dress has a lot in common with my red linen dress. Hmmmm </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/summer-mvps---mine-and-yours#post-2054820 Thu, 22 Aug 2019 01:05:08 +0000 Suz 2054820@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p><b>Carla</b>, I love that so many of your MVPs this year are thrifted. You've got a good spot for thrifting, there. Love your bags and hats, too!&nbsp;</p> <p>I really like these retrospective posts -- they help me clarify what's worked for me and why. Really smart.&nbsp;</p> <p>So...my MVPs for summer 2019 are:&nbsp;</p> <p><b>Footwear</b> -- EF silver sandals, and Fitflop slides. Both are walkable and cushioning, which says it all to anyone who has suffered from plantar fasciitis. I don't have it now, but I don't want it again. ;)&nbsp;</p> <p><b>Tops</b>: Loft gingham (5 years old now???) and J. Crew sleeveless (on its 2nd year).&nbsp;</p> <p><b>Pants</b>: J. Crew cropped chambray (basically pajamas to wear outside) and the Zara linen hi-waisted...which alas, I wore so much, I ruined them. Quality wasn't great. Zipper completely broke and couldn't be mended. They are gone now. But I wore them enough to justify their very low cost. And <b>LOVED</b> them.&nbsp;</p> <p><b>Dresses:</b> Comrags x 2 (only one pictured). In Finds is the dress I bought two years ago (still going strong) and I am also wearing a Comrags dress that is at least a decade old, donated from a friend. I'll have to take a photo of it. It's been HUGELY valuable. I wear it at least once a week.&nbsp;</p> <p><b>Skirts:</b> J. Crew liberty print and a tube skirt. Actually not the grey one pictured but the navy, that I pulled out of the donate bag. It's worn, but still super useful. What can I say?&nbsp;</p> <p><b>Bag:</b> the Julian backpack I worried so much about splurging on (even on sale) last October, and haven't stopped wearing since! ;)&nbsp;</p>