https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/the-search-for-a-loose-sleeved-topper---ideas Style Advice for Fashion Lovers en-US Sat, 11 Apr 2026 16:47:51 +0000 http://bbpress.org/?v=1.0.2 q https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/search.php https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/the-search-for-a-loose-sleeved-topper---ideas#post-1488689 Fri, 08 May 2015 01:21:36 +0000 DonnaF 1488689@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Last year, I bought a Top Shop kimono/cocoon shaped topper that's big through the armholes.&nbsp; Of course, it is no longer available.&nbsp; The fabric is thick and heavy, so one would think it would be hot, but it's not because it's so very loose -- so keep that in mind when searching out toppers.&nbsp; It also tend to shift around on my shoulders, possibly because it's a bit big or maybe that's just the nature of the style.&nbsp; I'm not sure, however, that a kimono/cocoon style would mesh that well with your tops.&nbsp; Oh, and vests don't necessarily come with huge armholes either.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/the-search-for-a-loose-sleeved-topper---ideas#post-1488686 Fri, 08 May 2015 01:20:00 +0000 Thin White Duchess 1488686@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>The EF topper I bought is a dark blue tweed. It's no longer on the website. But I ordered both that blue one and the one you linked to to try at the same time -- the one you linked to is like a VERY heavy sweater, very nubbly grey heavy, tight knit. I thought it had a bit of an art teacher vibe. If you try it, I recommend you size down to minimize that vibe. That might fix it. I just went with the blue instead. They have free returns- you might just have to pay 8.50 for shipping. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/the-search-for-a-loose-sleeved-topper---ideas#post-1488654 Fri, 08 May 2015 00:20:48 +0000 Greyscale 1488654@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Incidentally, I ducked into Goodwill earlier today (with toppers in mind) and found a vintage full-length opera cape, pure wool, for $20. I didn't buy it, but maybe I should have! The shoulders were a size too big (but barely noticeable). If it had been perfect I'd have bought it, for costume use if nothing else. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/the-search-for-a-loose-sleeved-topper---ideas#post-1488650 Fri, 08 May 2015 00:13:00 +0000 Style Fan 1488650@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>The Emerson Fry topper looks gorgeous.&nbsp; A good place to look for poncho is Etsy.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/the-search-for-a-loose-sleeved-topper---ideas#post-1488628 Thu, 07 May 2015 23:49:03 +0000 Greyscale 1488628@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>That Emerson Fry topper looks perfect! I would probably prefer the heavier winter fabric - though I'm realizing this is the wrong season to search for anything wool. Is this the version you have or are there other winter versions? I can't tell if this one is knit or woven.<br /><a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.emersonfry.com/topper-coat-iron-pebble-wool">http://www.emersonfry.com/topp.....ebble-wool</a> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/the-search-for-a-loose-sleeved-topper---ideas#post-1488607 Thu, 07 May 2015 23:22:27 +0000 Thin White Duchess 1488607@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p><a href="http://www.emersonfry.com/topper-coat-black" rel="nofollow">http://www.emersonfry.com/topper-coat-black</a></p> <p>I have this coat in a heavy fall/winter fabric. I love it!<br /> I have this same problem, too, and have been eyeing this version for the same reason. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/the-search-for-a-loose-sleeved-topper---ideas#post-1488579 Thu, 07 May 2015 22:50:51 +0000 Angie 1488579@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>You need a cape/poncho/kimono style topper. Anna is on the right track.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/the-search-for-a-loose-sleeved-topper---ideas#post-1488571 Thu, 07 May 2015 22:39:02 +0000 Rambling Ann 1488571@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>If you don't need sleeves on sleeves for warmth, some ladies on the forum have been rocking some interesting long vests as well. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/the-search-for-a-loose-sleeved-topper---ideas#post-1488564 Thu, 07 May 2015 22:26:18 +0000 Greyscale 1488564@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>That's lovely, Anna. I don't know why I didn't think to check Totokaelo or La Garconne. It seems right up their alley. </p> <p>Edit: Just saw this at La Garconne. *swoon*</p> <p><a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.lagarconne.com/store/item/94/30418/Comme-des-Garcons-Comme-des-Garcons-Cropped-Wool-Gabardine-Jacket.htm"><a href="http://www.lagarconne.com/store/item/94/30418/Comme-des-Garcons-Comme-des-Garcons-Cropped-Wool-Gabar" rel="nofollow">http://www.lagarconne.com/stor.....Wool-Gabar</a>...</a></p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/the-search-for-a-loose-sleeved-topper---ideas#post-1488556 Thu, 07 May 2015 22:18:51 +0000 Greyscale 1488556@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I searched more and found a few examples:</p> <p>Eileen Fisher linen jacket - not available in my size<br /><a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.eileenfisher.com/EileenFisher/collection/ShopByCategory/Jackets_and_Vests/PRD_S5HL-J3342M/Shawl+Collar+Jacket+in+Heavy+Linen.jsp?bmLocale=en_US"><a href="http://www.eileenfisher.com/EileenFisher/collection/ShopByCategory/Jackets_and_Vests/PRD_S5HL-J3342M" rel="nofollow">http://www.eileenfisher.com/Ei.....5HL-J3342M</a>...</a></p> <p>Aritzia denim jacket (in Finds) - on the casual side, but great.</p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/the-search-for-a-loose-sleeved-topper---ideas#post-1488550 Thu, 07 May 2015 22:09:08 +0000 annagybe 1488550@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Wide sleeve kimono jacket?<br />Poncho? </p> <p>Maybe stalk this:</p> <p><a rel="nofollow" href="http://totokaelo.com/apc/cherbourg-cape/navy/N16299">http://totokaelo.com/apc/cherb.....avy/N16299</a></p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/the-search-for-a-loose-sleeved-topper---ideas#post-1488548 Thu, 07 May 2015 22:06:29 +0000 carter 1488548@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Great question! I struggle with toppers too. Although it'll be too hot here the next several months to worry about it, I'd love to have it solved by Fall/Winter. I've resorted to only wearing sleeveless tops under blazers and sweaters because the sleeves always seem to fight. However, the thought of taking off my blazer in Nov/Dec to reveal a sleeveless tops always sends me back to the closet to change. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/the-search-for-a-loose-sleeved-topper---ideas#post-1488529 Thu, 07 May 2015 21:39:48 +0000 Greyscale 1488529@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>One of the threads about toppers / third pieces reminded me of a dilemma that I encountered again this morning.</p> <p>I have a lot of tops with short, structured sleeves. My jackets all have fitted, narrow sleeves, and they don't fit over those tops. I have one giant bat-wing cardigan that works, but it is far too warm for most days.</p> <p>Since I run warm, this sort of topper wouldn't stay on all day, but I might wear it in the morning at my desk and definitely on my way home from work when it's quite chilly here year-round.</p> <p>I'm looking for inspiration on possible toppers. Long sleeves. Blazers or light outwear, perhaps sweaters. Tailored or soft. Dolman sleeve jackets were everywhere a few years ago, and that seems ideal, but I haven't run across as many recently. (My style preferences: black or dark grey. Natural fibers. Edgy or classic but not feminine.)</p> <p>Any ideas?</p> <p>Some examples of my problematic shirts are in photos below.<br />1. Helmut Lang boxy wool top - sleeveless, but with structured armholes<br />2. Banana Republic boiled wool top<br />3. Vince dolman sweater<br />4. Banana Republic cotton shirt with big sleeves<br />5. Reed Krakoff woven wool shirt (major thrift score!) </p>