https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/summer-top-crisis-aka-i-need-a-closet-edit Style Advice for Fashion Lovers en-US Tue, 21 Apr 2026 06:51:14 +0000 http://bbpress.org/?v=1.0.2 q https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/search.php https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/summer-top-crisis-aka-i-need-a-closet-edit/page/2#post-1915965 Fri, 04 May 2018 03:14:10 +0000 Janet 1915965@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Krish, those are interesting ideas, but a belt over a top feels too fussy for me as my narrowest part is right under the bust and my waist just widens from there. Belts just hike up my body and are annoying. A fuller, looser tuck might work under certain conditions. Thanks for the ideas! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/summer-top-crisis-aka-i-need-a-closet-edit/page/2#post-1915950 Fri, 04 May 2018 02:45:38 +0000 krishnidoux 1915950@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>That was a nice outfit Janet! Cute, functional, simple and coherent. Gold footwear is the stylish and trendy touch. I’m sorry that my last comment came in right after your update and I missed it.<br /> Also, glad to know you were able to find workable pieces among your stored items.<br /> Your dilemma is not entirely your fault; this year new waistline height redefines all tops and toppers. As you say, framing the top with semi tuck isn’t possible anymore. Can you get your eye used to a belt over a longer top? Alternatively, how about a full looser tuck? (I mean looser as almost lazy like)? </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/summer-top-crisis-aka-i-need-a-closet-edit/page/2#post-1915874 Thu, 03 May 2018 20:55:15 +0000 Sal 1915874@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I put myself on a bit of a top buying ban this summer as I had far too many for my needs....&nbsp; I still did add four though....one basic black tee, two long sleeve shirts for sun protection and one floral blouse.&nbsp; I wore a lot of dresses this summer.</p> <p>I am pleased you found some that will work in the holding zone.&nbsp; I suspect some will turn up during the season....</p> <p> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/summer-top-crisis-aka-i-need-a-closet-edit/page/2#post-1915853 Thu, 03 May 2018 19:59:18 +0000 Anonymous 1915853@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Elizabeth - these are definetly you. Me, not so much &nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/summer-top-crisis-aka-i-need-a-closet-edit/page/2#post-1915836 Thu, 03 May 2018 19:28:51 +0000 Janet 1915836@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>This weather is so annoying! </p> <p>Today would have been a great day to debut the pink Free People shoes...but it’s too darn hot for closer shoes for me. In the heat my toes need to be free! </p> <p>But the good news is, I am loving wearing these new sandals. Kinda wondering if I could justify the same ones in silver. I have a feeling this style will be a go-to this summer! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/summer-top-crisis-aka-i-need-a-closet-edit/page/2#post-1915787 Thu, 03 May 2018 17:15:15 +0000 citygirldc 1915787@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I know the feeling with this crazy weather fluctuation. I still haven't put away my winter clothes yet and not sure what I have.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/summer-top-crisis-aka-i-need-a-closet-edit/page/2#post-1915782 Thu, 03 May 2018 17:01:43 +0000 anchie 1915782@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I like this on you. This is exactly type of outfit that I need for my casual part of life. I am struggling with tops myself at the moment. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/summer-top-crisis-aka-i-need-a-closet-edit/page/2#post-1915775 Thu, 03 May 2018 16:25:39 +0000 Elizabeth P 1915775@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Lisa, I just saw this on the BR website.&nbsp; Washable silk.&nbsp;&nbsp; I'm going to give it a try when the next 40% off comes around... </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/summer-top-crisis-aka-i-need-a-closet-edit/page/2#post-1915774 Thu, 03 May 2018 16:23:14 +0000 Elizabeth P 1915774@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Ah yes, the semi tucking thing... that I get, too </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/summer-top-crisis-aka-i-need-a-closet-edit/page/2#post-1915773 Thu, 03 May 2018 16:21:39 +0000 Janet 1915773@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>The reason why I’m finding some old tops don’t work well with higher waists is because I was semi-tucking. The semi-tuck works great with mid or lower rise but not on a high rise. So I do need shorter tops with a higher rise in pants if the tops have any volume to them. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/summer-top-crisis-aka-i-need-a-closet-edit/page/2#post-1915772 Thu, 03 May 2018 16:19:53 +0000 Janet 1915772@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Lisa, these are the shorts — I got two denim pairs from Lucky Brand around this time last year because they were a good fit and length — the other pair is a lighter wash with a touch of white embroidery. The stock photo shows them rolled. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/summer-top-crisis-aka-i-need-a-closet-edit/page/2#post-1915768 Thu, 03 May 2018 16:13:26 +0000 Anonymous 1915768@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I like your outfit Janet - perfect for your day. &nbsp;What shorts are you wearing? &nbsp;</p> <p>And Elizabeth , I'm laughing along with your can/should top thing. My thoughts exactly. &nbsp;</p> <p>I'm off to hit the mall again - GAP, The Bay, and maybe CM for an hour . Crossing my fingers for white jeans and some top or another. &nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/summer-top-crisis-aka-i-need-a-closet-edit/page/2#post-1915767 Thu, 03 May 2018 16:11:43 +0000 texstyle 1915767@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Your outfit turned out perfect Janet - it's funny how often I look at things I've put away and then realize I still like them. I am very mood centric when it comes to choosing my outfit for the day. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/summer-top-crisis-aka-i-need-a-closet-edit/page/2#post-1915766 Thu, 03 May 2018 16:10:11 +0000 Thistle 1915766@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I hear you!</p> <p>Though, I did just nap a top Angie posted above </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/summer-top-crisis-aka-i-need-a-closet-edit/page/2#post-1915763 Thu, 03 May 2018 16:05:32 +0000 Elizabeth P 1915763@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I think all of a sudden I'm glad I have an over abundance of summer tops.&nbsp; And because I have so many, and pack them away, I probably won't be tired of them, if and when they ever come out of hiding.</p> <p>You look great in this outfit, Janet.&nbsp; Team wear!&nbsp; I'm glad you found some things to pull out of hibernation that will work.&nbsp; </p> <p>I don't understand this need for shorter tops with higher waists.&nbsp; My tops are all long enough to hide my waist, nobody knows where the actual waist band is.&nbsp; Just because you CAN doesn't mean you SHOULD :)<br />Totally get shorter tops with wider legs, or crop legs, to play with the proportion of the outfit.&nbsp; </p> <p>Krish, you made me laugh at your google shopping.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/summer-top-crisis-aka-i-need-a-closet-edit/page/2#post-1915760 Thu, 03 May 2018 15:57:41 +0000 Christina F. 1915760@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>That's a great closet orphan find! You should thank past you. Looks good with the shorts! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/summer-top-crisis-aka-i-need-a-closet-edit/page/2#post-1915759 Thu, 03 May 2018 15:57:26 +0000 krishnidoux 1915759@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I am with you about tops!<br />Yesterday out of sheer frustration I headed furiously to the mall but was able to cool my head before aggravating my poverty flirting situation (due to too many shopping trips already this Spring). The issues :&nbsp;</p> <p>- Like you said, too many frills, too many girly prints in fabrics that are too cheap (= polyester bell sleeves that manage to feel too light on me at room temperature and will most certainly become uncomfortably choking in heat waves).&nbsp;</p> <p>- Waist becoming higher demanding for more cropped tops, but not only that, there is also a new cut (volume on top) that is not easy to blend with more classic pieces.</p> <p>- A total disappearance of simple, non-see-through button down white shirt that has no embroidery nor ribbons nor unconventional cut.</p> <p>- Collars on cotton tees tend to be very wide and dangling.&nbsp;</p> <p>Yesterday I was able to calm down my growing frustration with a couple of very basic </p> <p>3/4 sleeve non-see-through cotton tees</p> <p> from Talbots. Here is how you do it:&nbsp;<br />Open the Maps app on your phone and locate the nearest mall, and navigate (using feet) towards a (Bricks and mortar) Talbots store. Do not get swayed by what's on display at the front of the store (usually colorful and looks from afar to be exactly what you are looking for. Don't be fooled. It's also full of unwanted detailing AND expensive). Carry yourself towards the back of the store where there are all the sales. You may have some luck there.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/summer-top-crisis-aka-i-need-a-closet-edit/page/2#post-1915756 Thu, 03 May 2018 15:48:15 +0000 Janet 1915756@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Well, I went to my basement holding zone and pulled out the sleeveless tops that were hiding down there, and tried them all on (maybe next week I’ll tackle the short sleeve shirts). I’ve decided that there are some workable things there, I just need to think about them differently and not be so precious with things like silk tops. Just wear them with the darn cutoff shorts. </p> <p>So the crisis is not as dire as I thought. But half a dozen tops went into the donate bag. And I’m wearing one of my closet orphans today — I’ve always “saved” it to wear under jackets, which I rarely do. It’s an old Vince Camuto top and I like the watery print. It’s quite long, but I think the proportions with the shorts are ok. I know this outfit isn’t going to win any awards, but it’s going to be over 90 again today so it’s sandals, shorts, and sleeveless for me. And this is our environmental norm for the next four months. So as pretty as your tops are, Angie, I have very different needs. I don’t run AC very high (and it doesn’t work well in my studio), so my need for sleeves is very limited. </p> <p>Re: my WIW for today, I think I need a bit more rose gold and white complement for summer! My old rose gold watch is chunkier than I would prefer. And maybe a casual rose gold bag...</p> <p>I’d like to respond to everyone individually but I’m on my phone (usually the case for me when I’m checking in here). Please know that I read and consider all of your suggestions! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/summer-top-crisis-aka-i-need-a-closet-edit/page/2#post-1915754 Thu, 03 May 2018 15:34:04 +0000 Toban 1915754@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I agree with Angie that there are nice options out there, but not many in my color palette. Add to that my preferred sleeve length (sleeveless or cap or 3/4 length or longer) creates additional challenges. I always struggle with shopping for this season and end up with a lot of navy and olive and cream. I’ve not seen that much teal (another key color for me) this year thus far. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/summer-top-crisis-aka-i-need-a-closet-edit/page/2#post-1915753 Thu, 03 May 2018 15:33:51 +0000 BrieN 1915753@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>It is encouraging to know there are many of us in this boat. I just entered an enormous order at anthro (thank you Lisa P). But I have a hard time spending big money on summer tops. Maybe irrational. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/summer-top-crisis-aka-i-need-a-closet-edit/page/2#post-1915738 Thu, 03 May 2018 14:56:39 +0000 Marilyn 1915738@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I'm feeling a bit discombobulated as well.&nbsp; Change of seasons always throws me for a loop.</p> <p>Yesterday I ended up in a gray linen tee, jeans, and gray Nike sneakers.&nbsp; It was an at home day but still felt uninspiring.&nbsp; </p> <p>I too am feeling frustrated by the over saturation of ruffles and all the fussiness.&nbsp; I wish it would go away. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/summer-top-crisis-aka-i-need-a-closet-edit/page/2#post-1915728 Thu, 03 May 2018 14:26:14 +0000 Chris987 1915728@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I've been stalking this topic...I have the same issue. Angie thanks for the list of stores....I have two nearby malls that have most of those.... </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/summer-top-crisis-aka-i-need-a-closet-edit/page/2#post-1915726 Thu, 03 May 2018 14:22:16 +0000 Angie 1915726@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>This top VERY unexpectedly impressed me. Gorgeous quality and trim detailing.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/summer-top-crisis-aka-i-need-a-closet-edit/page/2#post-1915718 Thu, 03 May 2018 14:13:41 +0000 Angie 1915718@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p><b>Janet,</b> there are lots of fun tops actually. I shopped with a client all day yesterday, and she hit the Mother load. I'd head over to Nordies <i>Individualist and Topshop</i>, Anthropologie, Boden, COS, Club Monaco, Madewell, WHBM, Everlane and Ann Taylor. We had luck at Macys and Talbots too.</p> <p>Marks and Spencer USA and Uniqlo are looking good - and are very affordable.</p> <p>As far as the worse offenders of the girly romantic stuff goes: Zara, Shopbop win that award - and LIKE girly frilly stuff.</p> <p>These are my new tops for the Spring &amp; Summer season - (doubled up on the white top).&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/summer-top-crisis-aka-i-need-a-closet-edit#post-1915699 Thu, 03 May 2018 13:30:03 +0000 texstyle 1915699@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>If you want a few inexpensive&nbsp; summer tops Loft has a pretty nice selection of solids right now. Lou &amp; Grey sweatshirt tees seem to be good quality (though they will be too hot for summer temps, they will be okay up to 80 for me). They also have florals of course and those aren't for me either. </p> <p>ETA: The striped cold shoulder top looks like a good potential too. Well, except maybe the bra strap issue, which I only just thought about.</p> <p>And the blue and gold yellow looks like it would be great with dark hair!</p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/summer-top-crisis-aka-i-need-a-closet-edit#post-1915694 Thu, 03 May 2018 13:17:39 +0000 LaPed 1915694@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I added two short-sleeve summer tops from <a rel="nofollow" href="https://tradlands.com/">Tradlands</a> late last summer. Tradlands does modern-tomboy styles, so completely ruffle-free. They make skew a bit too classic/prep for your taste, but they are such great summer shirts -- really lightweight, but not too gauzy. Perfect t-shirt alternatives. What about something like the Madewell Courier or Everlane Square or Notch Collar shirts? Too much volume?&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/summer-top-crisis-aka-i-need-a-closet-edit#post-1915690 Thu, 03 May 2018 13:09:21 +0000 Anonymous 1915690@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>elpgal - yes, true to size. &nbsp;Or even slightly generous. I had on a M, which is my usual size at Anthro. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/summer-top-crisis-aka-i-need-a-closet-edit#post-1915687 Thu, 03 May 2018 13:00:16 +0000 Janet 1915687@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I agree, Greyscale. I just cruised through the Zara site and a couple of others, and very few of the tops appeal to me. There were a couple of cute things on Anthro, some a little out of my usual color palette but perhaps worth a try. Lisa, that floral top is really pretty! I like that too.</p> <p>Elpgal, I took a look at Boden, but their stuff doesn’t float my boat, by and large. Too many primary colors? Or too classic? I saw one or two things that appealed, but not enough to order them. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/summer-top-crisis-aka-i-need-a-closet-edit#post-1915686 Thu, 03 May 2018 12:52:37 +0000 Greyscale 1915686@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Agreed! I went on a tee buying spree this year because my standbys were worn out. But now I have a drawer full of boring tees, a closet of dressy interview tops, and not enough in between. You're so right on the length thing. Jeans waists are higher but my tops are lagging behind.</p> <p>There are so many cute ruffled / gathered / cropped short sleeve cotton tops this year, that aren't my style in the least. But it looks like a great shopping season for someone with a different style! Madewell is particularly full of great tops that aren't for me, if anyone with different tastes is looking.</p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/summer-top-crisis-aka-i-need-a-closet-edit#post-1915633 Thu, 03 May 2018 06:21:46 +0000 Jane 1915633@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I’m nodding along. I was so pleased that I didn’t put my summer Boden blouse in the charity bag in the winter. I’d forgotten that I’d got it and feel super pleased to have it back in my wardrobe after switching winter to summer pieces. V Irritating though that I can’t find a replacement. </p>