https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/thoughts-on-modern-classic-from-non-classic-dressers Style Advice for Fashion Lovers en-US Mon, 20 Apr 2026 23:29:16 +0000 http://bbpress.org/?v=1.0.2 q https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/search.php https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/thoughts-on-modern-classic-from-non-classic-dressers/page/2#post-1251014 Wed, 14 May 2014 01:01:31 +0000 Aida 1251014@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p><i>Modern </i>Classic is not a cop out, though occasionally just classic can be. The "modern" is what makes it. Rachy and Anna both raise very interesting points, though to Rachy's point #1&nbsp;I think&nbsp;the key really&nbsp;is the word modern. Classic vs. Modern Classic. The "modern" part&nbsp;can be interpreted differently person to person, this is the "twist" most MC dressers throw into their style descriptor as if being Modern Classic or even just Classic is a Bad Thing when it's most definitely not. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/thoughts-on-modern-classic-from-non-classic-dressers/page/2#post-1250843 Tue, 13 May 2014 21:57:49 +0000 dustt 1250843@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Carla - I think you very well could be right - every time I see your WIW's I think - OOOOooo - I'd wear that!!</p> <p>rocker chic - I also couldn't pull off without feeling unsettled - but academichic that I could probably do!!</p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/thoughts-on-modern-classic-from-non-classic-dressers/page/2#post-1250111 Tue, 13 May 2014 02:09:52 +0000 Carla 1250111@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Dustt, I'm starting to think we may be twins separated at birth!</p> <p>Sporty/classic is my fashion persona. I don't think I have a RATE, avant guard, Boho, bone in my body (though Rachylou once tagged me with part academichic). </p> <p>Sporty is my love of comfy, form fitting T's (striped please), turtleneck sweaters, and draped or ruched sleeveless knits. I've never met a (pencil) skirt, sheath dress, or DVF style knit wrap dress I didn't like. The third element is important, but I'm eschewing the cardi and blazer style jacket in favour of jeans style toppers or a leather moto in an attempt at being more 'modern' via the juxtaposition of dressy with casual. Paying attention to footwear is also an important part of projecting some on trend modernity to the classic style and avoiding frumpy. </p> <p>I don't even think I have a shadow persona. Couldn't even manage a rocker look for a jazz.blues/rock concert! LOL! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/thoughts-on-modern-classic-from-non-classic-dressers/page/2#post-1250057 Tue, 13 May 2014 01:12:25 +0000 annagybe 1250057@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I think a good classic look can be fantastic. Thinking Brooks Brothers or Ralph Lauren. Besides if there was no classic, then what would be trendy. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/thoughts-on-modern-classic-from-non-classic-dressers/page/2#post-1250003 Mon, 12 May 2014 23:43:49 +0000 dustt 1250003@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I truly appreciate everyone's input on this topic and all of your responses (way more than I anticipated).&nbsp; I had never given much thought to the perception of privilege (of which I am definitely not) and tried to do some internal searching on why this felt like the most comfortable representation of who I am.&nbsp; Here are &nbsp;a couple of my thoughts......</p> <p>My cultural Environment growing up was anything BUT classic - Boho/Artistic/Hippy Chick - my mother was very anti-establishment even though she came from a fairly conservative background.&nbsp; Classic/Sporty was my way of rebelling against the status quo in our household (oh the twisted things teenage girls do to rebel!!)&nbsp; </p> <p>My Interests and choice of Profession shaped my view of myself further and as a working Mom of 2 girls in a field that was predominately male, how I dressed and displayed confidence was in part reflected by my choice of fairly classic or sporty dress.</p> <p>My Body Type is flattered by Classic choices easily - I'm a tall IT with some lingering athletic tendencies - Classic/Sporty and Natural Styles are comfortable and flattering on me.</p> <p>But my Hippy Chick roots are still there and show themselves in the way I long for color - sometimes unusual color combos - the need for Baggy Khaki shorts&nbsp;with Birks..... remember I'm the one who never got rid of mine even when they were fashion suicide!!&nbsp; I think that is the basis of my total LOVE of the boyfriend jean - It's the best combo of Classic/Sporty/HIppy Chick I can find!!</p> <p>I still own, wear and enjoy the&nbsp; standard classics - Ray Bans, Khaki shorts, Navy Blazers, WHite blazer, STRIPES of all iterations, pencil skirts and pumps, but I make them MINE in whatever sporty/hippy chick way I can.&nbsp;</p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/thoughts-on-modern-classic-from-non-classic-dressers/page/2#post-1249397 Mon, 12 May 2014 12:24:04 +0000 Laurinda 1249397@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Thank you for starting this very thought-provoking thread, and to all the YLF members for sharing. It made me take a closer look at my own admittedly irrational&nbsp;biases, and think about their origins.</p> <p>I'm probably conflating 'classic' with 'preppy' here, but&nbsp;I realized&nbsp;that as a teen&nbsp;I was heavily influenced by two items of popular culture. 1)&nbsp;<a rel="nofollow" href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/The_Official_Preppy_Handbook">The Official Preppy Handbook by Lisa Birnbach</a>, which&nbsp;parodied prep style and 2)&nbsp;ice queen Beth Jarrett&nbsp;as played by Mary Tyler Moore in&nbsp;the movie&nbsp;<a rel="nofollow" href="http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Ordinary_people">Ordinary People</a>&nbsp;who represented everything I did not want to be.</p> <p>That said, I enjoy and wear&nbsp;classic items: i.e.&nbsp;LLBean cardis &amp; oxford shirts;&nbsp;&nbsp;but I have to give them some kind of anti-preppy twist.&nbsp; </p> <p>ETA: The Preppy Handbook also inspired J.Crew</p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/thoughts-on-modern-classic-from-non-classic-dressers/page/2#post-1249123 Mon, 12 May 2014 03:10:27 +0000 Karina 1249123@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>One of the things I like about Modern Classic is that it can evoke a sense of participation. As in, I am aware of what makes for quality, I am aware of what looks good on my body, I am aware of the situation and what is appropriate, and I am aware of what is current in terms of silhouette and color. When my outfit is mostly Modern Classic I find I am able to relax and receive a level of attention that I'm comfortable with. I don't like to disappear, but I also don't like to be the center of attention. My home is like this as well, orderly, calm and soothing, but still personalized to the way our family likes to live and use the space. For some reason I'm much better at this with my garden and my home, and I'm trying to incorporate this sense of space (harmony? peace?) into my daily wardrobe. I think Modern Classic is a great starting point and will probably be the cornerstone of my style even as I evolve over time.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/thoughts-on-modern-classic-from-non-classic-dressers/page/2#post-1249043 Mon, 12 May 2014 01:43:50 +0000 Greyscale 1249043@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I am often envious of Modern Classic types. When done well, it's a look that says "I have class and taste." It is appropriate. I struggled to find looks that were appropriate for various events when I was younger (I'm sure most of us have done that).</p> <p>I am not a classic dresser myself but it sneaks into my look&nbsp;through my love of blazers, androgynous looks, and a bit of preppy style. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/thoughts-on-modern-classic-from-non-classic-dressers/page/2#post-1248965 Mon, 12 May 2014 00:32:13 +0000 Ledonna N. 1248965@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I am firmly entrenched in the Urban Warrior Land as an Urban Night Warrior. I have the utmost respect for The Modern Classic. I think it can be safe but, I also think that boundaries can be pushed. I think lines can be blurred and often I find myself wondering into the Land of Modern Classic and incorporating pieces into my UNW style. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/thoughts-on-modern-classic-from-non-classic-dressers/page/2#post-1248955 Mon, 12 May 2014 00:21:29 +0000 rabbit 1248955@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I hear what you are saying <b>Suz</b>, and I think authenticity to what feels right and works visually on someone&nbsp;trumps all. &nbsp;There of course&nbsp;isn't 'one' look for an&nbsp;artist or writer, after all, even if there are sometimes tribal patterns, there are an infinite number of people being creative in their own way (and definitely&nbsp;not all the time :D&nbsp;)&nbsp;and practicality is important. &nbsp; In hindsight the times&nbsp;I focused least on my outward appearance, down to wearing the same khaki&nbsp;shorts and white tee shirt&nbsp;every day, were the times I was actually producing the most work.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p> <p>I sometimes feel sharp and dashing in modern classics, they can be so elegant. &nbsp;You wear them sooo well. &nbsp; I like that within the constraints of lifestyle and work, we can choose to stick with a certain style&nbsp;- &nbsp;or&nbsp;just be eclectic with the clothing styles that make us happy.</p> <p>I'm also thinking that you are right in that&nbsp;the key word is 'modern' in modern classics. &nbsp; I don't associate the 'modern' part with anything stuffy &nbsp;and thinking about my previous post, I realize that some of my subconscious preconceptions were more about classics + certain status brands signaling a certain tribal identity, without necessarily incorporating 'modern' - so I would edit that out of my post if I could.</p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/thoughts-on-modern-classic-from-non-classic-dressers/page/2#post-1248924 Sun, 11 May 2014 23:24:32 +0000 Susie 1248924@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I admit that when I sought input here on descriptors for my style, I was disappointed when several people suggested modern classic. I guess that still conjures up images of country club matron in my mind and that is something that I've never aspired to. And I question if I even understand how to define and/or recognize modern classic. </p> <p>I do agree with Mo in disliking some styles that I view as conservative or preppy. So that type of classic style leaves me cold. Yet Angie's version of modern classic is very striking and I find it very appealing. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/thoughts-on-modern-classic-from-non-classic-dressers/page/2#post-1248909 Sun, 11 May 2014 23:01:20 +0000 Lyn D. 1248909@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I can only speak as another modern classic dresser myself.<br />Agree with Kat that any genre can look NQR when the wearer is unsure or uncomfortable in their own skin!</p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/thoughts-on-modern-classic-from-non-classic-dressers/page/2#post-1248873 Sun, 11 May 2014 22:32:21 +0000 dustt 1248873@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Wow - loads of great thoughts!! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/thoughts-on-modern-classic-from-non-classic-dressers/page/2#post-1248605 Sun, 11 May 2014 15:30:01 +0000 Kat 1248605@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I don't think modern classic is too safe at all. I think all styles can be great, and the main thing that catches my eye: does the person own it? Do they look comfortable in their own skin and move confidently? I like classic pieces that fit well and I can move in, though I kind of like deconstructing them myself. I don't go for head-to-toe of any style.&nbsp;But on others, modern classic can strike me as elegant, pulled-together, sophisticated, and professional. I also agree that classic pieces can ground a more eclectic outfit, and I suppose I'm rather understated eclectic. There are pitfalls in any style, and one can look unbalanced in any genre! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/thoughts-on-modern-classic-from-non-classic-dressers#post-1248567 Sun, 11 May 2014 14:35:56 +0000 Suz 1248567@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p><b>rabbit,</b> I identify with what you say about veering away from modern classic in order to fit more easily with your artist friends/ community. Or at least I understand the urge.&nbsp;</p> <p>As someone who actually objectively looks better in modern classic or at least somewhat straight lined and structured items, I really struggled to feel that I "fit" with my artist friends. I'm a writer, so the issues may not be as acute. Most writers of my acquaintanceship dress so schlumpily you can't identify any style and show little awareness of visual design. But those in my circle who do pay attention to fashion have a quirky, dramatic personal style that relies a lot on unusual thrifted items and odd combinations. Or else (if they are wealthier and often older) they tend to dress in an eclectic style, or avant-garde (i.e. like Australia Deb here). And for years I felt embarrassed that I kept gravitating back to classic styles.&nbsp;</p> <p>(Like you, I have friends across multiple generations -- many of the people I hang out with are either a lot younger or a lot older than me.)</p> <p>Angie helped to show me that it was possible&nbsp;to do that <b>in a modern way</b> and I could do it authentically without looking like a country club matron.&nbsp;</p> <p>One trick is always, always casualizing the modern classic. So I will wear the crisp blazer (which looks <b>sooooo</b> much better on me than the drapey jacket I love equally) but for most occasions I'd wear it with the distressed jeans, not the pencil skirt. And I'd wear the pencil skirt with the denim or leather jacket.&nbsp;</p> <p>I still don't think I "look" like an artist (or like our stereotypes of artists). I've come to accept that, and most people around me seem to accept it, too. For a while I experimented with more arty or avant-garde or boho pieces -- and they always felt like costume on me. So it is what it is. I keep trying trends and aiming for the ones that don't feel "costumey" on me.&nbsp;</p> <p> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/thoughts-on-modern-classic-from-non-classic-dressers#post-1248484 Sun, 11 May 2014 10:47:17 +0000 TraceyLiz65 1248484@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Dustt, You can walk with pure confidence that this is your conscious choice and it is purposeful! &nbsp; A great place to be! &nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/thoughts-on-modern-classic-from-non-classic-dressers#post-1248451 Sun, 11 May 2014 06:57:01 +0000 Gigi 1248451@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I used to dress very classically. As a kid, I never grew up with any sense of style, so when I became an adult, I just kind of defaulted to a very traditional way of dressing. When I became more interested in fashion about a year ago, I did modernize my classics by shopping at places like BR, and at first I felt very happy. But as time went on, I realized that my style needs more than a modern classic approach. But as Shiny and Aubergine point out, shopping at places that do not carry petites' is an exercise in futility. So trying to expand my style has been very difficult and has resulted in many wasted hours shopping. Slowly but surely I am finding more interesting pieces, and for the time being, I am able to combine them with the more classic pieces to create outfits that make me happy. I will say that I see where Joy is coming from too: sometimes an outfit can look costumey if there are no modern classic elements in it at all.</p> <p>So, in short, I don't view modern classic as a cop-out or "playing it safe." Although I will say that I myself was playing it safe by dressing that way from head to toe! I just assume that that is that person's style and how she feels best able to express herself. I actually sometimes envy people who are modern classics from head to toe because if that were my style, I would not have such a hard time finding clothes to fit me! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/thoughts-on-modern-classic-from-non-classic-dressers#post-1248186 Sun, 11 May 2014 00:24:39 +0000 Anonymous 1248186@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Without some modern classic in an outfit it easily can look like a costume. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/thoughts-on-modern-classic-from-non-classic-dressers#post-1248163 Sun, 11 May 2014 00:05:39 +0000 Caro in Oz 1248163@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I agree with RL. There is what is usually defined as&nbsp;classic &amp; there is modern classic &amp; they seem very different imo.&nbsp; I also&nbsp;feel like Janet - too many classic pieces&nbsp;&amp; I don't feel right in my clothes I think finding our balance is what personal style is all about - for me&nbsp;it's never static &amp; always shifting &amp; always includes some modern elements&nbsp;:)</p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/thoughts-on-modern-classic-from-non-classic-dressers#post-1248042 Sat, 10 May 2014 20:34:35 +0000 kerry 1248042@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Rachylou, your comments always seriously crack me up and often make me stop and think. I like that.</p> <p>Shiny, you describe so well and specifically why certain style statements don't work for you. This is so helpful to me. I need to consider this more for myself to avoid shopping mistakes or outfit blunders on me.</p> <p>I'm not sure I know what modern classic is. I don't think I dress this way but maybe I do because the less inspired modern classic look is sort of a fall-back for a lot of people?</p> <p>I'm afraid I lack the panache (and the body) to pull off modern classic without looking frumpy and matronly. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/thoughts-on-modern-classic-from-non-classic-dressers#post-1248035 Sat, 10 May 2014 20:27:11 +0000 DonnaF 1248035@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I have a fair number of modern classic pieces because, as Shiny pointed out, that's mostly what is available for Petites.&nbsp; But something keeps me from buying a 100% classic (cut + color + fabric) blazer or other fully classic items. . . .And when DD was around, as Rachylou pointed out, I tended to dress more conservatively so as not to mortify her.&nbsp; Ummm, the change has been noticeable, as quite a number of people have commented on this to me. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/thoughts-on-modern-classic-from-non-classic-dressers#post-1248030 Sat, 10 May 2014 20:19:28 +0000 shedev 1248030@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I like modern classic on others, but some elements&nbsp;are too preppy for my taste. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/thoughts-on-modern-classic-from-non-classic-dressers#post-1248006 Sat, 10 May 2014 19:59:21 +0000 rabbit 1248006@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>My feeling is somewhat akin to <b>Mo</b>, and thinking about it, it’s honestly because prior to YLF I&nbsp;associated a certain kind of modern classic with wealth, suburbia, and&nbsp;conservatism – none of which fit with my self-image.&nbsp; The caveat is that this is purely subjective&nbsp;and somewhat irrational.&nbsp;</p> <p>I also have found myself sometimes dressing more modern&nbsp;classic since joining YLF,&nbsp; there is a&nbsp;London Fog trench coat I have which I thrifted purely for rain, but it often&nbsp;makes my outfits skew a bit more classic in overall effect. &nbsp; I feel&nbsp;comfortable wearing it at the mall or at Safeway, but I sometimes&nbsp;don’t feel as comfortable&nbsp;wearing these outfits to my group art studio, or New Seasons (our Whole Foods),&nbsp;or to the mom and pop computer repair place, or to meet friends, or to do&nbsp;anything in my professional capacity in the arts&nbsp;because in my mind they read&nbsp;as ‘rich lady from the suburbs’.&nbsp;&nbsp; So it’s&nbsp;weird, I think I’m reacting to my environment and code switching a bit based on&nbsp;what I think I’ll be doing during the day.</p> <p>I like what <b>Rachylou&nbsp;</b>said about modern classics with a bold or trendy twist like Angie or many&nbsp;Fabbers sport.&nbsp; I find that appealing,&nbsp;not necessarily something I want to emulate everyday, but I appreciate it.</p> <p>Oh, and what she says about what mothers wear.&nbsp; In middle school I SO wanted my mom to dress&nbsp;like a rich lady from the suburbs instead of an eccentric thrifter. &nbsp;:)&nbsp; &nbsp;In hindsight though I don’t think it was important&nbsp;in the overall scheme of things that she didn’t.&nbsp;</p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/thoughts-on-modern-classic-from-non-classic-dressers#post-1247957 Sat, 10 May 2014 18:53:58 +0000 Anonymous 1247957@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Shiny, I identify <i>so</i> much with your second and third paragraphs. In particular, I think I usually mean the exact same thing when I say something&nbsp;works "great" on me. For petites (and probably for other special sizes), a certain amount of classic does seem to be hard to avoid. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/thoughts-on-modern-classic-from-non-classic-dressers#post-1247954 Sat, 10 May 2014 18:44:39 +0000 Mellllls 1247954@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I also refuse to label my style. &nbsp;BUT I do think that most of the general population is modern classic even if it doesn't appear that way on ylf. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/thoughts-on-modern-classic-from-non-classic-dressers#post-1247952 Sat, 10 May 2014 18:43:46 +0000 Zibbets 1247952@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Well said, rachylou. I think you're spot on with all three points.</p> <p>I think I'm in the&nbsp;modern classic camp. I'm most comfortable in tailored pieces with classic&nbsp;lines, but fit has to be current.</p> <p> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/thoughts-on-modern-classic-from-non-classic-dressers#post-1247951 Sat, 10 May 2014 18:39:44 +0000 doubleh 1247951@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>@ Rachylou. &nbsp;New word: "meh-dicine". </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/thoughts-on-modern-classic-from-non-classic-dressers#post-1247943 Sat, 10 May 2014 18:31:49 +0000 shiny 1247943@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I am not even sure how I would classify my style, and don't really find a need anymore to try to label it or pin it down.&nbsp;</p> <p>Certain classic silhouettes work great on me so they are staples and are in my closet no matter what is in fashion. When I say "great" on me, sometimes I mean by that only that I can find these items easily in my size to fit and flatter, and also find them comfortable to wear. </p> <p>These are my tried &amp; true items -- even if they may be boring to others. I shop regularly at certain "classic" stores (like Ann Taylor &amp; BR), because I know it won't be an exercise in frustration and futility, like it often is when I hit the high-end department stores. I don't buy their stuff because they've tamed down the trend and made it more "safe" for classic tastes. Nope. I buy their stuff because I can't find the same trendy item anywhere else, that will fit me.&nbsp;</p> <p>Meanwhile there are a long list of&nbsp;classics that do not suit me all that great, such as crisp button down shirt or loafers,&nbsp;so they are either never in my closet, or come in briefly for awhile.&nbsp;If something classic becomes a trend again, I might try adopting it for the fad alone, or shall we say, to look current.&nbsp;Loafers (which someone mentioned)&nbsp;are a good case in point. They aren't a staple in my wardrobe because I find them uncomfortable,&nbsp;but when they are in style, I might add them in for a season -- or just go dig up the pair I have in reserve, knowing that the style will eventually come around again. Heh :-)&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;</p> <p>Or maybe it's a classic that I simply grew tired of, so out of my closet it went. Only to have me intrigued again when the classic comes back around, years later.&nbsp;</p> <p>Perhaps this makes me a Modern Classic, I don't know.&nbsp;</p> <p>As for&nbsp;<span>RATE or UWP or Arty or Boho or Eclectic or Girly, I appreciate all these styles very much, but when I try to pull them off myself, they don't work, at least, not head to toe. I can take elements here and there. Otherwise, I feel like I look too costumey. I'm not saying others look costumey - they DON'T. I am saying on *me,* it&nbsp;looks like I am trying too hard, or something. It's just not me, I think. Even if I adore these looks on others. I will sigh wistfully... if only I had stronger/more interesting&nbsp;features (to pull off RATE or Arty)... more&nbsp;contrasting coloring (to pull off UWP)&nbsp;&nbsp;... a tinier waist (to pull off girly)... or hair that looked good naturally&nbsp;(to pull of Boho)....or an athletic build (to pull off sporty). As for Eclectic... heh... I admire that style the most but fear I don't have the patience or confidence in my&nbsp;taste&nbsp;to put it together just so.&nbsp;</p> <p>But I can and do&nbsp;take *elements* of all these styles and incorporate them, and that seems to work and meet my need to play and have fun.&nbsp;</p> <p>Two of my favorite fashion periods were the 40s and the 60s. Whenever those&nbsp;silhouettes come back on trend, I'm a huge sucker.&nbsp;</p> <p></span> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/thoughts-on-modern-classic-from-non-classic-dressers#post-1247895 Sat, 10 May 2014 17:22:07 +0000 Anonymous 1247895@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I definitely don't think modern classic is a cop-out. On one hand,&nbsp;I think&nbsp;the&nbsp;"default" for people who really don't care about clothes but want to look appropriate and presentable does tend toward (the duller end of)&nbsp;modern classic, just because it's so easy and available.&nbsp;But that's a <i>completely</i> different thing than&nbsp;modern classic with flair and an eye for&nbsp;detail, chosen by someone who clearly pays attention to what they're wearing.</p> <p>As an aside, I don't think of my style&nbsp;as modern classic as all, but wonder if that's how other people would classify me because I'm fairly mainstream in how I dress&nbsp;and don't really&nbsp;fit into any other&nbsp;obvious aesthetic. For me, modern classic involves elements of crispness and structure that just aren't my thing. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/thoughts-on-modern-classic-from-non-classic-dressers#post-1247886 Sat, 10 May 2014 17:09:28 +0000 Suz 1247886@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Rachy is very wise.&nbsp;</p> <p>I'm pretty much a modern classic dresser and have come to accept it. For a long time,&nbsp;I feared it. I thought it equalled boring or frumpy.&nbsp;But Angie shows how to do it with drama and verve. I do like to incorporate trends into the look to keep it current. Also, I require some drama. I like what Angie said about confining her drama mostly from the neck up. I do like a quiet drama in the cut of garments as well.&nbsp; </p>