https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/the-black-cardigan Style Advice for Fashion Lovers en-US Fri, 22 May 2026 09:50:32 +0000 http://bbpress.org/?v=1.0.2 q https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/search.php https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/the-black-cardigan#post-769271 Thu, 08 Nov 2012 16:15:11 +0000 JR 769271@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I thank everybody for their kind words. :o) I haven't arrived yet, though. 10-12 pounds to go to get down to my wedding weight.</p> <p>I have to admit, that sweater, or whatever it is, made me very happy. I feel good in it, and I do think its simplicity is going to make it versatile. Your confirmation is very reassuring that I am seeing this properly. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/the-black-cardigan#post-769171 Thu, 08 Nov 2012 15:14:40 +0000 Transcona Shannon 769171@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>This looks fantastic on you JR and congratulations on your hard work - you look AMAZING!!! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/the-black-cardigan#post-769094 Thu, 08 Nov 2012 14:35:04 +0000 Kirti 769094@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I like it. Good choice JR </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/the-black-cardigan#post-769019 Thu, 08 Nov 2012 12:40:08 +0000 Raisin 769019@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I really like the cardigan. It actually makes it more dressy than casual, but I imagine its still just as comfy. I think you could wear it with jeans like you have here, or use it to dress down a pair of trousers, make them more casual. I think it's a great piece. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/the-black-cardigan#post-769017 Thu, 08 Nov 2012 12:37:41 +0000 missvee 769017@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I like it very much. Having a bit more structure than the typical droopy knit should make it more versatile in your wardrobe. I'd definitely wear it with trousers or skirts. Good pick! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/the-black-cardigan#post-768995 Thu, 08 Nov 2012 12:06:26 +0000 pil 768995@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I missed the original thread, but this cardigan is sensible (in a good way!) and good looking. What a nice fit on you. Can't wait to see you style it with some of your scarves. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/the-black-cardigan#post-768988 Thu, 08 Nov 2012 11:56:10 +0000 anne 768988@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I like it, and this you will find it very versatile. You look great - congrats on the "small"!!</p> <p>I didn't respond to your previous thread, but I really understand the need to have a black cardi - I am wearing mine as I write and replacing it (it is 4 years old) is one of the few purchases I plan to make in this,my 12 in 12 year. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/the-black-cardigan#post-768963 Thu, 08 Nov 2012 10:10:23 +0000 Deborah 768963@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>You are looking fabulous! It's hard work getting healthy, well done:). I like the cardigan a lot! I think it's perfect with jeans but it could work over a skirt too. I like the simplicity of it and I think it will dress up or down for you. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/the-black-cardigan#post-768907 Thu, 08 Nov 2012 06:03:29 +0000 Suz 768907@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Whoot!!! Congratulations! You have WORKED for this day, and here it is!! </p> <p>And the sweater is your reward. It looks like a versatile piece that will get you happily through many a weekend! I have a sweater in a similar style that I love so much I refuse to give it up even though it is pilling to bits. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/the-black-cardigan#post-768869 Thu, 08 Nov 2012 04:16:55 +0000 Freckles 768869@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Love it JR. Seems very practical, suitable to your lifestyle and lovely at showing off your shape.</p> <p>I wonder if we were at the same mall at the same time,,, </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/the-black-cardigan#post-768864 Thu, 08 Nov 2012 04:04:19 +0000 DonnaF 768864@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Since your body has changed so much, it probably makes sense to shop at a B&amp;M. I LOVE seeing you in something more body hugging! And yes, you are a small. Get used to it!!! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/the-black-cardigan#post-768836 Thu, 08 Nov 2012 03:20:31 +0000 JR 768836@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Caro, I have so many scarves it is ridiculous. ;o) I left it off to show the details of the sweater. Yup, I've got scarves that combine blue and black and grey. :o)</p> <p>Thanks for all the kind words, ladies. I did spend more than I wanted to, but I really don't think I am going to shrink into an XS, so the cost per wear will probably justify it. And it fills a wardrobe hole I have been feeling rather badly. Hopefully I will find some fun things to do with it, other than just being warm.</p> <p>I have also come to the conclusion that, on the whole, I prefer brick and mortar to online shopping. Not that I am going to refuse to order online, but it is so nice to actually try the darn thing on first... I think I'll probably order as a last resort now, which will also help prevent me from spending too much. It's just too easy to click on Add to Cart. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/the-black-cardigan#post-768831 Thu, 08 Nov 2012 03:06:43 +0000 Anonymous 768831@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>It can go with so many things! I like it! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/the-black-cardigan#post-768821 Thu, 08 Nov 2012 03:00:16 +0000 Caro in Oz 768821@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I think you look amazing in this more fitted top. The skinnies look like a fab fit too. I love the outfit - do you have a blue &amp; black or blue &amp; grey scarf to pop around your neck? </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/the-black-cardigan#post-768815 Thu, 08 Nov 2012 02:53:21 +0000 Anonymous 768815@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Don't sell yourself short! You have shrunk to a size small, and it's really apparent to me because I've been away from the forum. I know how hard you've worked for this, so CONGRATULATIONS! Woot!</p> <p>That is a cute, sporty sweater. It seems to fit really well and like it would work for your casual lifestyle. Is is washable? </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/the-black-cardigan#post-768813 Thu, 08 Nov 2012 02:52:36 +0000 Day Vies 768813@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I think it can go with a lot of things other than jeans. The styling does suggest casual but I think it straddles the line between casual and polished. A nice pair of trousers and a jersey knit tee/blouse would look really nice with this cardigan. I think it has great edge. My first inclination when I look at it is not jeans at all. </p> <p>(You go with your cobalt skinnies!!!!) </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/the-black-cardigan#post-768799 Thu, 08 Nov 2012 02:46:44 +0000 JR 768799@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Following up on my cardigan question of the other day.</p> <p><a href="http://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ask-angie-whither-cardigans" rel="nofollow">http://youlookfab.com/welookfa.....-cardigans</a></p> <p>The draped cardigan I had ordered, I returned. Quite apart from style, it was too tight in the arms to be practical for layering. So I went out into the real world today and tried things on. The V-neck cardigan I linked to was in the store, and actually looked much better in real life than in the catalogue pictures, not frumpy at all. But the fit was off. I always have trouble with anything on the snug side, because my shoulders seem to be too small for the rest of me.</p> <p>And then I found this one. It's almost more of a jacket than a cardigan. It's a heavy knit, and works really well on a casual level. And it's warm, something I really wanted. Sorry for the crumby pictures, but it's a major challenge photographing black in a mirror at night, at least for someone of my limited abilities. The photos don't do it justice, I don't think. The neck can snap up all the way, but with my short neck I will only be doing that when I'm outside and need the extra warmth.</p> <p>I am also in a bit of shock, because this is actually a size small. That is a first. Of course, there's a lot more room in smalls than there was 30 years ago, but still...</p> <p>And yes, those are the cobalt skinnies. I had fun wearing them out today. :o)</p> <p>What's your verdict? Do you think I will be able to wear this with anything other than jeans? </p>