https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/swimming-in-silk Style Advice for Fashion Lovers en-US Sun, 03 May 2026 04:40:55 +0000 http://bbpress.org/?v=1.0.2 q https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/search.php https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/swimming-in-silk#post-905383 Thu, 11 Apr 2013 20:08:06 +0000 Janet 905383@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ I guess I'm seeing what Diana sees, because I'm getting a nightshirt vibe from the large one. But keep in mind I am an admitted conservative-to-moderate when it comes to embracing oversized silhouettes. https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/swimming-in-silk#post-905369 Thu, 11 Apr 2013 19:45:46 +0000 Charmian 905369@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <b>@Kristin</b>, surprisingly I find myself leaning towards the larger one, and&nbsp;my plan would be to chop the sleeves above the elbow. &nbsp;I agree that my "true size" is more flattering, but I've been on the lookout for a breezy-easy summer dress, and with alterations&nbsp;I think the larger one might work as such (maybe?).<br /><br /><b>@Diana</b>, how could I shoot you for your honesty?!? &nbsp;I left it at the store because I wasn't 100% sure either of these were right for me&nbsp;(is it sale goggles?), and I need you gals to be upfront about your opinions. &nbsp;I love the color and the fabrication, and I like (but don't love) the cut.&nbsp; I'm totally giggling about the hospital gown image, though; thanks for the laugh.<br /> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/swimming-in-silk#post-905212 Thu, 11 Apr 2013 16:55:38 +0000 Diana 905212@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ Size-wise I think you want to go somewhere in between these two extremes.&nbsp; I like the looser fit of the larger one but I don't like how enormous the sleeves are.&nbsp; <br /><br />Style-wise, don't shoot me but I don't like it.&nbsp; It's the color and the belt I think that reminds me of those paper gowns they give you at the Dr's office after you take off your clothes.&nbsp; (Mine has gowns that are exactly this shade of blue.)<br /> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/swimming-in-silk#post-905176 Thu, 11 Apr 2013 16:26:24 +0000 Kristin L 905176@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ I think the one that's your size would be a great tunic. As for the other size, how much do you like it? If you like it, take it to a tailor. If you're on the fence, I'd say take it back because the way it currently looks is hiding how great you look. https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/swimming-in-silk#post-905155 Thu, 11 Apr 2013 16:05:52 +0000 Charmian 905155@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ I returned my Gap mesh sleeve sweater last night (y'all make yours drape so nicely, but it just hung limply&nbsp;off my IT shoulders). &nbsp;On my way home, I popped into Nordstrom Rack and noticed these gorgeous silk shifts.<br /><br />I grabbed my regular size and -- for a lark -- the one <i>3 sizes up</i>. &nbsp;Should I pop back into Nordstrom Rack tonight after work&nbsp;to grab either one?<br /><br />Photos 1 &amp; 2 - my normal size. &nbsp;The 3/4 sleeve hits me in a flattering place, and shoulder seam placement&nbsp;is perfect; it's a&nbsp;little short, though. &nbsp;I could wear it as-is, but might not wear it as a dress&nbsp;due to the length; tucking into jeans/trousers as a breezy top or wearing as a tunic are both options, though.<br /><br />Photos 3, 4, &amp; 5&nbsp;- 3 sizes up. &nbsp;The puffed 3/4 sleeve is almost down to my wrist, and the shoulder seam is almost 2" off my shoulder. &nbsp;I love the longer length, but I pay for it with larger armholes and&nbsp;excess fabric along my mid and lower&nbsp;back (but not the front? &nbsp;I don't understand garment construction). &nbsp;Shown with the self belt to rein in some of the fabric. &nbsp;I would take this to a tailor to shorten the sleeve, and maayyyybbbee take in a little fabric off the back.