https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/think-fast-gray-or-navy Style Advice for Fashion Lovers en-US Wed, 06 May 2026 23:55:44 +0000 http://bbpress.org/?v=1.0.2 q https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/search.php https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/think-fast-gray-or-navy/page/2#post-744359 Wed, 10 Oct 2012 14:59:51 +0000 Anonymous 744359@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Hi Rae. Coming back to say I 100% think you should create your own mis-matched, fashion-forward suit from what you already have. Sometimes the best outfits come from having financial constraints and this is where your personality can shine. Anyone can go out and buy a plain matching suit for an interview. But not everyone can style like you can. Knowing how much you dislike suits, I think don't think you would feel like yourself wearing one. It would be a shame to spend a huge amount of money for something (like your old grey suit) that you would hardly wear, and I'd be terrified to wear it to the interview with the tags on for fear they could tell (I'm sure they deal with a lot of returns where people do this regularly). Good luck and I know you'll figure out something fantastic that shows your marvelous fashion sense. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/think-fast-gray-or-navy/page/2#post-744356 Wed, 10 Oct 2012 14:57:00 +0000 Suz 744356@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>It's so frustrating that you have to spend $$ on a suit like this in a rush, when you have so many great skirts and jackets already and a suit is not your preferred thing. </p> <p>I prefer the fit and colour of the navy on you. The grey doesn't seem to fit as well, IMO. However, if it seems easier to wear to you, then that could be the way to go. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/think-fast-gray-or-navy/page/2#post-744353 Wed, 10 Oct 2012 14:50:55 +0000 rae 744353@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I am just waking up and digesting all this, but thank you ALL for the comments. I plan to be out at TJ Maxx as soon as they crack the doors... I remember a really cool jacket I tried on there that fit perfectly and had a matching skirt... but I had thought, "Oh, when will I need a suit again? I am on SYC, silly!" Ugh, famous last words. </p> <p>Shiny, FWIW, HR told me that a suit was preferred, so I am suiting up because of that. (I am interviewing for Nordstrom Rack on Friday). </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/think-fast-gray-or-navy/page/2#post-744351 Wed, 10 Oct 2012 14:48:16 +0000 Anonymous 744351@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Rae, you look fantastic in both of these. I've missed something while travelling so I'm off to read your threads. I'm actually jealous. I really *want* a suit like these, but I can't really justify buying one. What store are these from? I love them! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/think-fast-gray-or-navy/page/2#post-744348 Wed, 10 Oct 2012 14:39:11 +0000 shiny 744348@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>P.s. I do not find anything "flight attendant" about the navy suit. It is an impeccable suit and fits impeccably. I also don't see anything wrong with having such a suit in your closet, assuming it's not breaking your budget. </p> <p>The trick is to style it so it doesn't scream "I used to be in banking." If I was to wear it to an interview, for anything other than banking or fashion, I'd style it up with shoes packed with personality (anything other than a black pump), a fantastic bag, statement necklace or scarf, etc. The devil is in the details. A suit like this can go from banking/conservative to, say, high tech with a switch of accessories. </p> <p>To make it work for a fashion-related job, it would need to be broken up into separates and mixed with other pieces. Like, I dunno... wear that suit jacket over a black leather skirt, or a lace skirt, or over a neon dress, or with slouchy trousers.... or take Angie's tactic for her Stacy London interview, pair an impeccable suit with an impeccable white collared shirt and an amazing pair of fashion-forward shoes. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/think-fast-gray-or-navy/page/2#post-744333 Wed, 10 Oct 2012 14:30:36 +0000 shiny 744333@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>The navy fits you better. However, for a fashion job, I don't think you need a matching suit. I may have voted on your other thread in favor of a suit, but I meant "wear a suit jacket or blazer, not a cardigan" and do a creative, fashionable interpretation. If you're going to go matching coordinates, then the suit has to be something in a style that's not so conservative as these. </p> <p>And please don't wear black shoes with either of these suits. Wear something with more interest and personality. Pop of color, animal print. Heck, the shoes in the photos look great to me!</p> <p>Unless you may have non-fashion interviews coming up, I'd return the suit and save your money. You know what I'd love to see you in? You had some really creative outfits that used a dress. I will have to go back into your WiW's to jog my memory. What about an amazing dress, with a suit jacket over it? (Either a conservative jacket, or a funky one). There may be a jacket already in your closet that would work? </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/think-fast-gray-or-navy/page/2#post-744326 Wed, 10 Oct 2012 14:16:30 +0000 texstyle 744326@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I prefer the grey on you - the navy *is* as someone else said a bit "flight attendant" in appearance. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/think-fast-gray-or-navy/page/2#post-744311 Wed, 10 Oct 2012 14:01:26 +0000 BethL 744311@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Rae, they both look great. I was a former HR exec in a long, long ago life. In, um, banking, if you can believe it. I also worked in some other kinds of fairly conservative industries, too, but never in the fashion or retail industries. You might think I'd be a hands-down vote for the navy, but I'm going to vote for the one that you think you can make more your own, and for the one that you think you can use more after the interview. You're not in banking anymore, and, so, I don't think that an interview at Nordstrom's necessitates a blue interview suit. Navy is an on-trend color, but, if you still look at it as a "navy interview suit" that you spent a lot of money on, and it gets relegated to the back of your closet, it's not really the right one, eh? </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/think-fast-gray-or-navy/page/2#post-744297 Wed, 10 Oct 2012 13:30:53 +0000 MsMary 744297@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>They both look gorgeous on you! I have a slight preference for the gray. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/think-fast-gray-or-navy/page/2#post-744293 Wed, 10 Oct 2012 13:23:40 +0000 Kat 744293@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I think the grey will be more versatile for you, will go with your brights, can be dressed "down" more easily, is year-round colour, etc....The navy does "look" like it fits a bit more sleekly in the photos, though.. You really can't go wrong, they both look lovely.<br /> Hope you find EXACTLY what you are looking for bargain hunting. Good luck. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/think-fast-gray-or-navy/page/2#post-744249 Wed, 10 Oct 2012 11:18:30 +0000 Dashrashi 744249@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I find navy too flight-attendant usually (unless there is texture/pattern to it). I prefer the gray. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/think-fast-gray-or-navy#post-744246 Wed, 10 Oct 2012 11:07:45 +0000 Anonymous 744246@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I vote Navy. The fit is better. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/think-fast-gray-or-navy#post-744239 Wed, 10 Oct 2012 10:11:50 +0000 kkards 744239@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>normally i would say navy, but i like the gray better on you.<br /> i am also one of those people who dislike black shoes with navy, so, since you mentioned that you have black shoes coming, for me it's another reason to keep the gray. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/think-fast-gray-or-navy#post-744235 Wed, 10 Oct 2012 09:48:27 +0000 Jjsloane 744235@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I have to vote navy. Both fit nicely, but I prefer the navy for versatility (and can be used for funerals or weddings if needed). It works with all of your brights. Not sure where you purchased these, but I have the best luck with suits at department stores as they usually have racks on clearance or sale and extra coupons on top. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/think-fast-gray-or-navy#post-744225 Wed, 10 Oct 2012 08:33:17 +0000 rute 744225@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>It's hard for me to decide because I just love navy and that would be my first chioce but the grey looks lovely too! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/think-fast-gray-or-navy#post-744224 Wed, 10 Oct 2012 07:20:26 +0000 Lyn D. 744224@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I like the way the grey suits your colouring. The navy looks a bit too corporate. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/think-fast-gray-or-navy#post-744201 Wed, 10 Oct 2012 05:35:27 +0000 Ingunn 744201@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>From the pictures, and from what I know about your style, I prefer the gray on you. Navy is also very good, but you can't have them both, right? I think both Una and Mo have very good arguments for gray on you. </p> <p>Another thing: Gray is easier to wear all year round, whereas navy might feel to dark in Summer.</p> <p>You look stunning in a suit! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/think-fast-gray-or-navy#post-744197 Wed, 10 Oct 2012 05:29:38 +0000 bj1111 744197@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>rae, initially i thought navy. but between the two choice, i have a strong preference gor the gray on you. the navy suit has a very flat color. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/think-fast-gray-or-navy#post-744196 Wed, 10 Oct 2012 05:29:22 +0000 Nadya 744196@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>For me the grey reads chic and the navy reads banker :-). I vote grey, but my fingers are crossed your bargain hunting luck finds you a winner tomorrow! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/think-fast-gray-or-navy#post-744194 Wed, 10 Oct 2012 05:26:23 +0000 rae 744194@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Interesting comment about the gray looking big - both colors are the same size. I'll have to try them on again and see if the arms are maybe cut wider on that one. </p> <p>I told Hubs how much the suits were, and he asked if I can't just wear it with the tags on... lol, isn't that supposed to be a girl thing?? </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/think-fast-gray-or-navy#post-744188 Wed, 10 Oct 2012 05:19:53 +0000 Deborah 744188@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I am quite conflicted Rae as I like both. I believe Navy is good interview color but I am quite drawn to the grey on you. It constrasts nicely with your hair. I think that YOU will get more wear from the grey. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/think-fast-gray-or-navy#post-744182 Wed, 10 Oct 2012 05:01:49 +0000 Caro in Oz 744182@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I think the navy is a better fit (from these pics) &amp; the colour is great on you. Plus navy &amp; black look great together. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/think-fast-gray-or-navy#post-744181 Wed, 10 Oct 2012 05:01:12 +0000 cciele 744181@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I'm voting for gray -- I like it better with your complexion, and the navy had me thinking airline attendant a wee bit (sorry!) </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/think-fast-gray-or-navy#post-744178 Wed, 10 Oct 2012 04:54:56 +0000 Diana 744178@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Hmm, for color and general Rae-ness, I'd be inclined to say grey. However, looking at the photos, it seems like the navy fits better. Not sure if it's just the darker color or what. The grey seems just a bit too big and sloppy in the jacket. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/think-fast-gray-or-navy#post-744170 Wed, 10 Oct 2012 04:24:12 +0000 DonnaF 744170@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I'm a gray person cuz my hair is graying, but I love the navy on you, esp. the buttons at the cuffs. Your citron blouse will look amazing with it. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/think-fast-gray-or-navy#post-744161 Wed, 10 Oct 2012 04:09:28 +0000 catgirl 744161@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Don't get me wrong, I think navy looks great on you. I just struggle with making it non-conservative, and grey is so much more of a comfort zone for me in terms of being able to UWP-ify anything. I can think of a billion ways to dress down the grey, starting with the cropped Allsaints jacket and all of your boots. Or BF jeans on the bottom half. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/think-fast-gray-or-navy#post-744159 Wed, 10 Oct 2012 04:03:27 +0000 rae 744159@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>As far as I can tell, the only difference is that the gray has two back vents, and the blue has one vent in the center. </p> <p>Hrmm... UWP-ification? I wonder if these are *too* conservative? </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/think-fast-gray-or-navy#post-744156 Wed, 10 Oct 2012 04:00:35 +0000 rachylou 744156@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Yeah, I really like the navy on you. It's easily flattering to your coloring. It does need UWP-ifying, tho. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/think-fast-gray-or-navy#post-744152 Wed, 10 Oct 2012 03:57:16 +0000 catgirl 744152@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I vote gray (grey?) all the way. Navy is for the bank! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/think-fast-gray-or-navy#post-744151 Wed, 10 Oct 2012 03:56:46 +0000 Mo 744151@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I still vote gray. Is this the same suit in both colors? (funny, my first suit I bought at the Rack, and was so stoked that it was only $60 or something totally crazy cheap.) </p>