https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/they-came-to-the-dog-park Style Advice for Fashion Lovers en-US Sun, 19 Apr 2026 15:29:20 +0000 http://bbpress.org/?v=1.0.2 q https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/search.php https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/they-came-to-the-dog-park#post-2375182 Wed, 27 Nov 2024 12:47:29 +0000 Helena 2375182@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Fantastic formula, executed to perfection. You are a role model for personal style Brooklyn!! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/they-came-to-the-dog-park#post-2375114 Tue, 26 Nov 2024 22:44:40 +0000 SarahD8 2375114@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p><b>Brooklyn</b> I read a lot of scientific papers for my job so perhaps I was primed to see the echoes of your biology studies coming through! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/they-came-to-the-dog-park#post-2375100 Tue, 26 Nov 2024 21:55:43 +0000 Brooklyn 2375100@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Thanks SarahD8. That’s a very writerly analysis of my writing. I’m flattered!</p> <p>It made me think about biology, which I studied at school. I don’t remember much about it but I do remember the scientific method (used for experiments):</p> <p>Aim/objective<br /> Method<br /> Results<br /> Conclusion</p> <p>Perhaps I am applying the scientific method to fashion </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/they-came-to-the-dog-park#post-2375071 Tue, 26 Nov 2024 17:20:36 +0000 SarahD8 2375071@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Oh wow, this is fantastic <b>Brooklyn</b>! Per usual!</p> <p>What I especially love is with your first post you have quietly, casually given us a master class in how you pull off these great style endeavors. Your post goes:<br />-Lifestyle brief<br />-Description of challenges<br />-Solution<br />-Inspiration<br />-How you adapted the inspiration<br />-Why it works for you</p> <p>And bonus points for your nod to "never say never"! :-)<br />Anyway, I am going to try to keep this methodology in mind as I think through style challenges of my own in the future. I think it will be very useful!</p> <p>Like <b>Bijou</b> I especially love the look with the wolf shirt, it is second only to the pic of <b>Siena</b> for me. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/they-came-to-the-dog-park#post-2375059 Tue, 26 Nov 2024 11:55:33 +0000 Brooklyn 2375059@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>@Roberta, I’m getting into the pinks quite a bit lately. That’s new for me. </p> <p>@ClaraT and @Star, sick! I hope you give it a try :)</p> <p>@Ophelia, sometimes the contrast stitching looks good on a dyed item but other times it can be annoying. I try to treat each dye job as a bit of an adventure and prepare for anything. Eg Often the colour doesn’t turn out exactly how you expect. But you do end up with a unique item. </p> <p>@Kellygirl, this formula is very you :)</p> <p>@RobinF, thank you. I seem to have finally broken out of neutrals. It’s taken a while.</p> <p>@ChristelJ, I am pleased that you see it that way. That was the big challenge for me when I started working from home back in 2019.</p> <p>@April, we are expecting around 36C tomorrow, so hot weather definitely still exists. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/they-came-to-the-dog-park#post-2375058 Tue, 26 Nov 2024 11:38:34 +0000 Brooklyn 2375058@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Thanks everyone! I must say I regard any comparison with Rita Hayworth, no matter how small, as a tremendous compliment. I would love to do an “inspired by Gilda” outfit…swoon. </p> <p>Siena says thank you too. It’s virtually impossible to take a selfie with her. She is a wriggler.</p> <p>For anyone thinking about a coloured denim skirt and not keen on DIY, they do sometimes appear on Free People and ASOS. Usually in purple shades.</p> <p>@Jaime, it was hard to find good photos of Rita in the film. It is not a great movie. But not bad either. Definitely made better by her participation. I love Gary Cooper too. </p> <p>@Suz, I think you would rock a silver coated denim skirt, and I’ve seen several of those. Just saying. </p> <p>@Lisa and @Dee, this was the problem I experienced. Denim is too heavy for most days in summer. I really need to think of a denim skirt as an alternative to jeans rather than an alternative to, say, shorts.</p> <p>@Sal and @Bijou, I too like the wolf tee because of the similarity with dogs. I am a big fan of German shepherds and I think of them as very wolf like in their appearance.</p> <p>@Firecracker and @Bonnie, you might like a long cargo skirt too. Similar vibe to a denim skirt but with a more urban edge. I am still looking for the right one.</p> <p>@Slimcat, thank you for noticing the brooches. That was actually my favourite look :)</p> <p>@JAileen, yes, they are olive boots! I looked for them for aaaaages. So versatile!</p> <p>@Angie, you know what a big part of life the doggie walk is. I don’t want to think of it as a utilitarian exercise that doesn’t count for style purposes, IYKWIM. In many ways, it’s the best part of my day. All the more important that it feels good from a style perspective too. I know you understand. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/they-came-to-the-dog-park#post-2375035 Tue, 26 Nov 2024 00:31:16 +0000 Jaime 2375035@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I started reading and tried to conjure up a memory of Rita Hayworth but you thoughtfully provided the movie poster! What a splendid source of inspiration and you made it completely you with the brilliant color combinations. Your photos do complete justice to Rita and your excellent description of your thought process. Gorgeous! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/they-came-to-the-dog-park#post-2375023 Mon, 25 Nov 2024 20:32:48 +0000 Suz 2375023@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>This is <b>BRILLIANT</b>, as usual! Wow, I just love this formula for your purposes and I love your inspiration, too! It's amazing how cleverly you have adapted the inspiration fo ryour own preferences and needs. Gorgeous overdye jobs and you picked a great skirt to work with! Such pretty colours. And hello, pup!&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/they-came-to-the-dog-park#post-2375017 Mon, 25 Nov 2024 19:27:04 +0000 Lisa 2375017@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I love your interpretation of the original inspiration photo. A tee and denim and comfortable footwear is a staple casual outfit formula for me, it's really fun to see the tees paired with a denim skirt instead of the typical jeans.&nbsp;</p> <p>I've had the same issue as you when I've tried denim skirts in the past. By the time I was ready to show some bare skin, the knee length denim skirts felt too heavy when it's hot outside and I want shorts in lighter weight fabrics instead. </p> <p>Changing the denim skirt length to a maxi length for spring and fall days is a brilliant idea! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/they-came-to-the-dog-park#post-2375014 Mon, 25 Nov 2024 18:46:28 +0000 Sal 2375014@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>This is very inspiring - love your looks and the inspiration behind it. I often put on activewear for walks but in some instances probably do not need to do so. </p> <p>The wolf tee is perfect but I do also like the lilac and wine combinations. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/they-came-to-the-dog-park#post-2375013 Mon, 25 Nov 2024 18:45:06 +0000 Firecracker (Sharan) 2375013@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>What ChristelJ said! Rita Hayworth has nothing on you, Brooklyn. These outfits are super fab, especially seeing how practical they are for you. I have never had good luck with denim skirts, either. They have felt bulky to me, and I can see how you found them too warm for summer. I think the longer length of yours makes them especially good, because they can really serve a similar function to cropped jeans. I'd like to have that rose print t-shirt, and the Blondie tee also! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/they-came-to-the-dog-park#post-2375006 Mon, 25 Nov 2024 17:25:04 +0000 slim cat 2375006@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Fabulous casual looks! I love your use of sweaters ( #10 - the harmony of colors &nbsp;) and accessories - especially brooches on the skirt in #6.&nbsp;<br />Special love for #11 and #12 - of course! <br />Total envy for your casual with polish and fun looks . </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/they-came-to-the-dog-park#post-2375005 Mon, 25 Nov 2024 17:20:27 +0000 JAileen 2375005@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I've never seen or even heard of this movie. Your interpretation is just great. &nbsp;Long pencil skirts remind me of Morticia Addams, shuffling along. I much prefer A line. &nbsp;Are those olive boots? I really love them!</p> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/they-came-to-the-dog-park#post-2375002 Mon, 25 Nov 2024 17:01:43 +0000 Bonnie 2375002@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Love this idea and the way you made it work for you. Now I'm rethinking my stand on denim skirts.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/they-came-to-the-dog-park#post-2375001 Mon, 25 Nov 2024 16:58:07 +0000 Angie 2375001@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Oh, yes! I do a lot of dog walking too. HIGH FIVE. In all types of weather. Like you, I wear what I wear with comfy, sensible shoes, clothes that move, and a crossbody. I have ice, wind, and rain to contend with to. And like you cover up for sun protection - always!&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/they-came-to-the-dog-park#post-2375000 Mon, 25 Nov 2024 16:54:32 +0000 Angie 2375000@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Fun outfit formula inspiration, <b>Brooklyn</b>! Which you have executed beautifully, honestly, and with KILLER pizazz. Of course you have! Because that's what you do ;)&nbsp;</p> <p>#12 steals the show. Gorgeous ladies!!!</p> <p>Very successful denim skirt dying projects! Just. So. You. Love the looks! I'm with <b>Bijou</b> - the wolf outfit in #11 is my fave :)&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/they-came-to-the-dog-park#post-2374997 Mon, 25 Nov 2024 16:31:40 +0000 Roberta 2374997@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Those soulful canine eyes just get me. You look lovely too! I really like camel and burgundy together, and it looks great with the medium tone pink as well. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/they-came-to-the-dog-park#post-2374996 Mon, 25 Nov 2024 15:42:22 +0000 ClaraT 2374996@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Your outfit formula is amazing (I almost said “sick” clearly I’ve been around too many teens). I love the variations and feel like I’m going to try this, too. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/they-came-to-the-dog-park#post-2374995 Mon, 25 Nov 2024 15:38:11 +0000 Bijou 2374995@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I love how you make all looks and trends your own. The denim skirts are inspired. My favourite outfit is with the wolf t-shirt - so perfect for dog walking. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/they-came-to-the-dog-park#post-2374993 Mon, 25 Nov 2024 15:07:43 +0000 ophelia 2374993@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Love all these!! Australia &amp; NZ have all the clothes in my style. They seem to have the best-for-me &amp; widest selection of skirts.<br /> I had ventured into dyeing chinos until I discovered some don’t have cotton thread &amp; result in contrast stitching, &amp; the fabric holding the zipper doesn’t take dye…. But your post made me realize that wouldn’t matter for jeans (except the zipper fabric) because they already have contrast stitching!! Denim blue isn’t a great color on me, too cool maybe, so this has opened up all sorts of possibilities! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/they-came-to-the-dog-park#post-2374990 Mon, 25 Nov 2024 14:09:17 +0000 Star (Lise) 2374990@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I have also put denim skirts on my no buy list for the same reason but I am going to look out for a longer one in spring as yours look totally fab. Love all of these outfits and your doggy is gorgeous! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/they-came-to-the-dog-park#post-2374989 Mon, 25 Nov 2024 14:04:33 +0000 kellygirl 2374989@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Super outfits and so casually chic! Of course, I love the stompy boots too. I can see how this formula works for you and can also see how this will work for warmer sandal weather too. As always, you are so inspiring! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/they-came-to-the-dog-park#post-2374983 Mon, 25 Nov 2024 13:11:26 +0000 RobinF 2374983@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Fabulous! I love the way you use color!</p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/they-came-to-the-dog-park#post-2374982 Mon, 25 Nov 2024 13:08:50 +0000 ChristelJ 2374982@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Just like Rita, you look fabulously feminine while practical. It's so cool that you have dyed the skirts to work your signature color magic! And it's inspiring how you make an everyday event something special with your outfits. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/they-came-to-the-dog-park#post-2374981 Mon, 25 Nov 2024 12:27:10 +0000 Dee 2374981@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Love this formula, its very stylish yet a practical choice for transitional weather. You have such a wonderful collection of longer denim skirts, all beautifully styled and accessorized. Cute pic of you and your doggie too.</p> <p>I also find that my knee-length denim pencil skirt isn't quite as versatile as I hoped it would be and its often too heavy for summer wear. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/they-came-to-the-dog-park#post-2374980 Mon, 25 Nov 2024 12:14:59 +0000 April 2374980@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Your modifications to the formula are a resounding success!</p> <p>And as we head into winter, I will look forward to seeing your outfits as evidence that the cold weather is impermanent. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/they-came-to-the-dog-park#post-2374976 Mon, 25 Nov 2024 10:57:59 +0000 Brooklyn 2374976@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Walking my dog is a key (twice a day) activity for me. We go for long walks, which sometimes include stops for coffee and socialising at the dog park with other dogs and their humans. It’s important to me to feel good about what I’m wearing without sacrificing comfort or practicality. </p> <p>Spring is tricky. Daytime maximum temperatures can be pleasantly warm but morning and evening temperatures are still quite cool. When I leave home for my morning walk it can be anything from 13-18C. By the time I get back it can be anything from 18-26C. The reverse applies to my evening walk. </p> <p>This spring I’ve been trying out a new for me formula for casual daytime wear:</p> <p>Long denim skirt + tee + lightweight (cotton) jumper or jacket + flat boots + crossbody bag or backpack</p> <p>I was inspired by Rita Hayworth’s look in the movie “They Came to Cordura”. In the second half of the movie she wears an a-line denim skirt (could be culottes, but it looks like a skirt), shirt and boots. She is dressed in a practical way for hiking in the desert and dragging railway carts but still manages to look fabulously feminine. (It helps to be Rita Hayworth of course.)</p> <p>I modified the look for me by:<br /> *substituting a tee or knitwear for the shirt,<br /> *wearing coloured denim, rather than just the traditional blue,<br /> *wearing urban (not western) style boots,<br /> *adding some bohemian touches, like jewellery, pattern and texture. </p> <p>What I like about this formula:<br /> *At the end of winter I am longing to wear skirts more but it feels a bit early for my summer skirts, which are mostly linen, silk and lightweight cotton. Denim feels more substantial and more appropriate for spring temperatures.<br /> *A denim skirt has the same advantages as jeans for everyday wear: casual, hard wearing, easy to wash.<br /> *A long denim skirt offers good sun coverage.<br /> *The a-line shape and back slit makes it easy to walk in.<br /> *Denim looks good with boots, and I like to make the boot wearing season last as long as possible.<br /> *Denim is easy to overdye, so I have some good colour options besides blue.</p> <p>I have bought denim skirts in the past and never, ever had success with them. I actually had them on my “no buy” list. (Ha ha. That went well.) Past versions were shorter and more pencil shaped. I usually wore them with sandals in summer. The problem was that in warm (sandal) weather I often found them too heavy and hot. They work much better for me in the transitional weather of spring. They also work well for wet days. </p> <p>I can start out the day wearing a denim skirt, tee and cotton jumper. Because the jumper is cotton, I can wear it directly against my skin. I can then strip down to the tee as it gets warmer. The jumper is easily popped in my bag or tied around my waist. Or, if I’m going out in the afternoon, I can head out wearing a denim skirt and tee with a cotton jumper in my bag in case I need it as it gets cooler. </p> <p>The pictures show some iterations of this formula. Please keep in mind that this is a *casual* outfit formula. </p> <p>It’s now getting pretty consistently warm here. I think boot season may be over. Sad But I look forward to reviving this formula in autumn. </p>