https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/textural-interest-and-whats-in-your-holiday-capsule Style Advice for Fashion Lovers en-US Wed, 22 Apr 2026 06:49:18 +0000 http://bbpress.org/?v=1.0.2 q https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/search.php https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/textural-interest-and-whats-in-your-holiday-capsule/page/2#post-1095744 Sat, 23 Nov 2013 18:05:56 +0000 Day Vies 1095744@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>bj1111 - thanks for reposting -- lots of great ideas. I remember this thread too!&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/textural-interest-and-whats-in-your-holiday-capsule/page/2#post-1095738 Sat, 23 Nov 2013 17:59:33 +0000 bj1111 1095738@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>your outfit + neck bling like you suspect would make this party appropriate.&nbsp; you might even get different styles of bling, swap out the shoes and be prepped for parties across the casual-dressy spectrum.&nbsp; </p> <p>this is my holiday capsule from last year.&nbsp; i think i'm still good to go with these.<br /><a href="http://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/holiday-capsule-with-shiny-pants" rel="nofollow">http://youlookfab.com/welookfa.....hiny-pants</a></p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/textural-interest-and-whats-in-your-holiday-capsule/page/2#post-1095444 Sat, 23 Nov 2013 10:53:36 +0000 E 1095444@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Reading this thread has given me a few ideas and driven home a wardrobe hole of mine! I have a million (slight exaggeration)&nbsp;party appropriate tops, because I love silk and lace and velvet, a couple of velvet jackets and finer cardigans, but I am sadly lacking in party bottoms. :/ I live a pretty casual life,&nbsp;but it does make me panic when something comes up a few times a year. I just thrifted a silk taupe&nbsp;skirt with silver embroidery for the ballet I'm going to in a few weeks, but I'd also like 1 or 2 more fancy skirts (ideally something heavily&nbsp;textured like&nbsp;brocade or velvet&nbsp;and something tutu-inspired) and&nbsp;2 pairs of fancier trousers (velvet and something season-spanning like shot silk or even just a really nice tropical wool&nbsp;so I could wear them in warm weather too). As long as they're not too over the top, I think I could dress them down to incorporate into my everyday life, since I already love textures, and it would result in much less panicking. At least I have a pair of party shoes now! In past years that's also been a source of stress.</p> <p>I wouldn't say no to finding the perfect silk party dress while out thrifting either. But I already have so many pretty tops, it's my frustration at not having anything fancy to pair them with that really stands out!</p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/textural-interest-and-whats-in-your-holiday-capsule/page/2#post-1095324 Sat, 23 Nov 2013 04:24:15 +0000 Firecracker (Sharan) 1095324@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>What a great outfit on you, Day Vies! It is pretty and festive--I love the feminine touches of lace, velvet, and the pattern. <br />Thanks for asking the question, because I hadn't really solved my holiday capsule. Today's post by Angie got me panicking, er thinking, about what I'm even going to wear on Thanksgiving! Lots of great ideas here, and I realize I can pull together something appropriately holiday-like and comfy, maybe involving my wine silk blouse and/or sweater and/or matching scarf/wrap. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/textural-interest-and-whats-in-your-holiday-capsule/page/2#post-1095306 Sat, 23 Nov 2013 04:09:57 +0000 rebekahphoto 1095306@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>DV your outfit looks so pretty! I love the color and texture of the sweater. </p> <p>My holiday capsule needs a bit of review &amp; refresher! ...and I just found out today I have an office party for the DH to attend in 2 weeks, so need to get to it asap.</p> <p>Seems many of these items are too tight currently, so I will need to be more creative re-mixing....I have always enjoyed luxe fabrics, and sparkly &amp; unusual jewelry. I often will dress for art openings in a similar way to holiday parties, so the capsule can do double duty. This year I am thinking of mixing a sparkly or velvet red topper with slim ponte pants and fancy jewels....</p> <p>What I have:</p> <p>-black lace overlay short sleeve fit &amp; flare dress<br />-black velvet tuxedo jacket.<br />-turquoise vintage 3/4 sleeve brocade jacket<br />-cobalt velvet jacket<br />-black v-neck draped sheath dress<br />-deep red v-neck velvet tunic <br />-embellished black silk layering tank<br />-red faux-wrap cap sleeve dress<br />-burgundy sequin drapey sleeveless top<br />-black lace/nude underlay sleeveless top<br />-red patterned velvet skinnys </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/textural-interest-and-whats-in-your-holiday-capsule/page/2#post-1095088 Sat, 23 Nov 2013 00:19:41 +0000 DonnaF 1095088@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>For the first time, I think I'll have something dressy for our regular New Year's Eve party, but now we may not even be able to attend!&nbsp; :(</p> <p>What I'd like to wear:</p> <p>Mulberry lace ballet neck top: <a href="http://shop.nordstrom.com/s/topshop-textured-crop-double-v-neck-top/3655779?origin=wishlist" rel="nofollow">http://shop.nordstrom.com/s/to.....n=wishlist</a> <br />or if that doesn't fit, a dark green pindot blouse or a citron blouse<br />Vintage (late 1940s) heavy taffeta pleated midi skirt<br />Black, gray, silver and gold obi belt made from obi fabric<br />Black stockings with black fishnets layered over <br />Thrifted black suede with gold trim pointy toed, kitten heeled mules<br />Gold bag -- rarely seen since piled on top of other bags in bedroom<br />Gold studded fingerless gloves -- worn outside at midnight to stomp on bubble wrap to make popping sounds</p> <p>Not sure about top layer.&nbsp; If Bellatrix vest with bronzy pailettes, the obi belt would be switched out to something plainer, probably a solid black or red silk one.&nbsp; </p> <p>What I probably will wear (if will be stay at homes at my MIL's):</p> <p>Jeans &amp; t-shirt/shirt -- whatever still remains clean after a week of being out of town and is not packed for driving home the next day</p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/textural-interest-and-whats-in-your-holiday-capsule/page/2#post-1094780 Fri, 22 Nov 2013 19:29:25 +0000 Day Vies 1094780@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Texstyle - I think that's an excellent solution! I've been trolling pinterest for pictures of statement necklace outfits. Confirmation that I'm moving in the right direction. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/textural-interest-and-whats-in-your-holiday-capsule/page/2#post-1094606 Fri, 22 Nov 2013 17:08:49 +0000 texstyle 1094606@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Day Vies and Suz - I highly recommend adding a bold sparkly fun necklace to your holiday capsules if you don't already have one and&nbsp;you want an easy and affordable way to dress up a simple outfit.&nbsp;&nbsp; This isn't the one I got but it is similar:</p> <p><a href="http://www.jeweliq.com/collections/neck-candy/products/grey-vines-necklace" rel="nofollow">http://www.jeweliq.com/collect.....s-necklace</a> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/textural-interest-and-whats-in-your-holiday-capsule/page/2#post-1094330 Fri, 22 Nov 2013 11:08:47 +0000 Day Vies 1094330@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Sveta you couldn't look dismal if you tried! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/textural-interest-and-whats-in-your-holiday-capsule/page/2#post-1094138 Fri, 22 Nov 2013 03:29:25 +0000 Summer 1094138@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Beautiful outfit on you. Love the mix of textures and I would definitely qualify it as festive! </p> <p>New to this capsule concept, off to read more...I *do* need a couple of holiday outfits and I'll be starting almost from scratch. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/textural-interest-and-whats-in-your-holiday-capsule#post-1094123 Fri, 22 Nov 2013 03:17:20 +0000 Sveta 1094123@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Your outfit looks lovely and texture rich, Day.</p> <p>My outfit capsule is virtually non-existing: I usually use all items for everyday as well: I have so few&nbsp;really dressy occasions in my life that it does not make sense for me to have a separate wardrobe :-(<br />I have:<br />&nbsp;- Tahari LBD;<br />- black sequin tunic top;<br />- silk Ellen Tracy dress with sequins (the only special occasion item I don't wear for regular days);<br />- flared midi with silver threads;<br />- bone / silver pointy toe slingbacks;<br />- white BB button down shirt<br />Pretty dismal, huh? but sufficient for my even more dismal un-glamour social life!&nbsp;&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/textural-interest-and-whats-in-your-holiday-capsule#post-1094121 Fri, 22 Nov 2013 03:16:33 +0000 lyn* 1094121@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>DV - I don't have that many holiday parties, but I have a few sparkily party dresses and a brocade skirt that would be party appropriate. I sneak these pieces in during the year anyway into my normal wardrobe.</p> <p>*sneaky sneak sneak* </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/textural-interest-and-whats-in-your-holiday-capsule#post-1094104 Fri, 22 Nov 2013 03:05:54 +0000 Suz 1094104@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>DV, that is precisely what I usually do -- so that's why I'm glad you started the thread!&nbsp;</p> <p>My "parties" and occasions tend to be sadly casual. Yet I want something a bit festive. So...I don't know. I need to do some serious thinking here.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/textural-interest-and-whats-in-your-holiday-capsule#post-1094026 Fri, 22 Nov 2013 02:18:04 +0000 Thistle 1094026@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>You look terrific! I can see why DH liked it so well. Fashionable and cuddly.</p> <p>As for a holiday capsule, well, still working on that </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/textural-interest-and-whats-in-your-holiday-capsule#post-1094015 Fri, 22 Nov 2013 02:13:54 +0000 Day Vies 1094015@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Isabel - I LOVE the sound of your jewelry collection. I have become obsessed with styling statement necklaces with casual outfits the spiff them up. I am working on a few ideas for my holiday capsule.</p> <p>Suz - I am coming to the same conclusion. It's difficult to come up with outfits when you don't focus on what you need until you need it. I just don't want to have to stand infront of my closet going&nbsp; "uhhhh....." at the 11th hour</p> <p> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/textural-interest-and-whats-in-your-holiday-capsule#post-1093795 Thu, 21 Nov 2013 23:36:51 +0000 carambola 1093795@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Lovely! Your outfit would be perfect for a holiday party with my family - but minus the belt because, while beautiful, it would be far too restrictive&nbsp;for all the eating and drinking. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/textural-interest-and-whats-in-your-holiday-capsule#post-1093760 Thu, 21 Nov 2013 23:19:59 +0000 Angie 1093760@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>A column of colour is very effective. Flattering and just lovely, DV. Plus you look cuddly - so of course DH liked this outfit. xo </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/textural-interest-and-whats-in-your-holiday-capsule#post-1093671 Thu, 21 Nov 2013 21:36:41 +0000 MuseumGal 1093671@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I actually you look quite festive - the jacket is very rich looking.<br />But holy smokes I never even thought about a holiday capsule ...</p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/textural-interest-and-whats-in-your-holiday-capsule#post-1093435 Thu, 21 Nov 2013 18:17:19 +0000 milehighstyle (Linda) 1093435@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Most of my holiday outings will be somewhat casual, so I'm not including any dresses in my capsule, although I could come up with something dressier if I needed to:<br /> navy jacquard slim pants<br /> black coated jeans<br /> cobalt silk a-line skirt<br /> black velvet blazer<br /> white tuxedo jacket<br /> black long vest<br /> metallic silver sweater<br /> taupe sweater with beaded sleeves<br /> silk leopard print blouse<br /> burgundy suede booties<br /> black/navy/grey colorblocked patent brogues<br /> I'd like to get a sparkly top or 2 and some metallic smoking slippers, but no big emergency. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/textural-interest-and-whats-in-your-holiday-capsule#post-1093416 Thu, 21 Nov 2013 17:58:01 +0000 Suz 1093416@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>This is a beautiful outfit, on &nbsp;you &nbsp;Day Vies, and you are right -- it feels subtly festive.&nbsp;</p> <p>And what a great thread. I am so glad you started this. Because I don't really have a holiday capsule and I need one! So I'm off to consider what it would include. I am sure it could feature:&nbsp;</p> <p>Dark grey tank with sequins<br />Fuchsia silk suit (but only for indoor at home wear at this time of year -- cropped pants!)&nbsp;<br />Bronze leaf print asymmetrical pleated full skirt<br />white jeans (with the right accompaniments...if I had them...)<br />Nicole Miller sheath dress (if I had the right topper)<br />Cranberry red button down<br />Cranberry booties</p> <p>hmmm. Not a lot here. No wonder I struggle to come up with festive outfits. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/textural-interest-and-whats-in-your-holiday-capsule#post-1093395 Thu, 21 Nov 2013 17:43:49 +0000 Isabel 1093395@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I love this. I love the different textures and the color is wonderful on you.&nbsp;</p> <p>I have a small holiday/fancy clothes capsule. Jacquard black pants, black skirt, a black jacquard long blazer. &nbsp;A couple of fancier tops and 3 pairs of pumps ( Black, silver, taupish snakeprint ). &nbsp;But THEN there is my holiday jewelry capsule. I have a lot of that . &nbsp;Every year I buy a couple of beutiful big earrings from J. Crew after the holidays and on sale. I have quite a collection. I also have some large, crystal brass bracelets and all kinds of silver. That is my forté and true love. &nbsp; : )&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/textural-interest-and-whats-in-your-holiday-capsule#post-1093365 Thu, 21 Nov 2013 17:21:37 +0000 LACeleste 1093365@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Seconding Day Vies. &nbsp;Una, That top is incredible! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/textural-interest-and-whats-in-your-holiday-capsule#post-1093360 Thu, 21 Nov 2013 17:13:20 +0000 Day Vies 1093360@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Una - that blouse is gorgeous. I LOVE that shade of emerald green especially with black. Festive edgy and just plain killer! </p> <p>Beth Ann - I think deciding to keep in a longer version the AT skirt was an excellent choice. I really like the versatility of a lace skirt. It can go from everyday to an event with a capital E. I think you should play in the closet this afternoon. Give yourself 90 min and see what you can pull together. I'll be doing that this weekend. We have a few events planned. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/textural-interest-and-whats-in-your-holiday-capsule#post-1093356 Thu, 21 Nov 2013 17:07:39 +0000 qfbrenda 1093356@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Beautiful outfit!&nbsp; I love that sweater on you.</p> <p>Hmm... I don't really have a holiday capsule since we don't do much Christmas partying.&nbsp; And I'm not much of a magpie so I don't do major sparkle</p> <p><b>What I have that works:</b><br />red sheath dress<br />black lace dress<br />black dressy cardigan<br />silver clutch<br />gray cashmere v-neck (on the way)</p> <p>maroon lace sweater</p> <p><b>What I'd like to add:</b><br />black silk blouse---button-down shape, nothing too girly<br />black tank with mild sparkle </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/textural-interest-and-whats-in-your-holiday-capsule#post-1093355 Thu, 21 Nov 2013 17:06:28 +0000 LAR101 1093355@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>A second on Aubergine's comments.<br />Lovely outfit.<br />Gorgeous sweater.<br />Combination of textures elegant. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/textural-interest-and-whats-in-your-holiday-capsule#post-1093332 Thu, 21 Nov 2013 16:56:48 +0000 Beth Ann 1093332@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>You look terrific, DV!&nbsp; Love the velvet pants and the rich colors!&nbsp; I used to wear holiday inspired pieces daily, from T-day to Epiphany (I believe in the whole 12 days -- no cutting Christmas off at New Years!).&nbsp; I haven't done this in a long time.&nbsp; </p> <p>As for a holiday capsule, I've gotta get in the closet and play!&nbsp; I've been trying to decide whether to keep the AT skirt I got when shopping with you.&nbsp; I did order the tall, for a little more length, which was a good idea, I think.&nbsp; </p> <p>I think I might play with some festive colors and textures, too.&nbsp; The items I think would work:<br />1.&nbsp; tiered black georgette skirt (great for singing, with movement and a knee covering length)<br />2.&nbsp; black velvet jacket (need to change the buttons)<br />3.&nbsp; black boyfriend jacket<br />4.&nbsp; oxblood Munro booties<br />5.&nbsp; velvet skirt<br />6.&nbsp; Black beaded, sheer shirt (very old, need to do a K/T)<br />7.&nbsp; Red floral shell<br />8.&nbsp; Green with black polka dot blouse<br />9.&nbsp; Jag bootcuts (for Angie's bootcuts and sparkle sweater formula)<br />10. Red dress (very day appropriate<br />11.&nbsp; Red jeans -- about ready to toss, but maybe I should wait until after the holidays.</p> <p>hmm....... think my kids can fix their own lunch?&nbsp; I'm not working 'til 5 today, perhaps I should hide out in my closet? </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/textural-interest-and-whats-in-your-holiday-capsule#post-1093324 Thu, 21 Nov 2013 16:54:11 +0000 catgirl 1093324@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Lovely.&nbsp; </p> <p>I saw this at Nordstrom and caved.&nbsp; It's the only holiday item I'm buying - it's dressy and a little off my style radar, but it looks amazing on and the stud-like neckline gives it some edge.</p> <p><a href="http://shop.nordstrom.com/s/ro-de-studded-chiffon-blouson-top/3590210?origin=keywordsearch-personalizedsort&amp;contextualcategoryid=0&amp;fashionColor=Emerald&amp;resultback=443&amp;cm_sp=personalizedsort-_-searchresults-_-1_2_A" rel="nofollow">http://shop.nordstrom.com/s/ro.....-personali</a> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/textural-interest-and-whats-in-your-holiday-capsule#post-1093301 Thu, 21 Nov 2013 16:41:08 +0000 rachylou 1093301@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Beautiful and cozy! You've really been on a roll, btw... I love the neat, trim look you have. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/textural-interest-and-whats-in-your-holiday-capsule#post-1093266 Thu, 21 Nov 2013 16:21:09 +0000 texstyle 1093266@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Really pretty outfit - love that rich color on you and I can see why DH likes it since you look fantastic.</p> <p>My holiday capsule is small but typically there are only a few mostly casual events for us.</p> <p>- White slim&nbsp;jeans with silver brocade pattern<br />- Silver/grey light cotton v-neck sweater<br />- Silver dressy tee (in case it's really warm and the sweater won't work)<br />- A very sparkly, bold statement necklace that looks like snowflakes<br />- LBD and festive sash&nbsp;(just in case we go to something more formal)<br />- In case it's really cold - black slim pants and black booties </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/textural-interest-and-whats-in-your-holiday-capsule#post-1093134 Thu, 21 Nov 2013 14:53:05 +0000 Transcona Shannon 1093134@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>This is a gorgeous outfit on you DV - the rich purple colour is stunning you.</p> <p>Holiday capsule? Yep...don't have one </p>