https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/too-bold Style Advice for Fashion Lovers en-US Tue, 21 Apr 2026 11:29:03 +0000 http://bbpress.org/?v=1.0.2 q https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/search.php https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/too-bold#post-679472 Fri, 27 Jul 2012 15:17:24 +0000 qpswan 679472@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>You look fantastic in the third photo! The outfit is very flattering; the nipped-in waist gives you a very polished look.</p> <p>Both the trousers and houndstooth blouse are gorgeous and I don't see a problem with the boldness. To me, it is more a matter of proportion. How about loosely tying the tails of the blouse to give you some more waist definition? Have a look at this photo: <a href="http://pinterest.com/vbarnson/work-clothes/" rel="nofollow">http://pinterest.com/vbarnson/work-clothes/</a> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/too-bold#post-679464 Fri, 27 Jul 2012 15:10:49 +0000 christy 679464@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Thanks everyone! One other thing I need to remember is that, given our climate (I'm in Seattle), this blouse is far more likely to be worn under a jacket or cardi than worn on its own. That would help tone down the print if it seems overwhelming. </p> <p>@Vix - not stalker-y at all. You have a great memory! I know what you mean. If I'm more likely to wear it under a jacket and maybe even tucked I wonder if it would still seem "too much"?</p> <p>@cjh - I *wish* it were too hot for a jacket. Unfortunately our summer has disappeared again. Sigh. </p> <p>@chouette22 - sounds like you've already decided you aren't too sad to let it go, but I had to order the petite S. The regular size didn't fit me well either. Just an FYI in case you want to give it another go. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/too-bold#post-679461 Fri, 27 Jul 2012 15:07:07 +0000 Sunita 679461@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I think it looks lovely as is. Could you tuck?</p> <p>I'm happy the blouse works for you. I tried 3 different sizes, but find the upper arms in the sleeves and the upper back area is strangely tight...like can't cross my arms over my chest tight. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/too-bold#post-679455 Fri, 27 Jul 2012 14:52:18 +0000 Janet 679455@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I love it on you! In fact, I'm noting this for the future because I could see doing a version of this with my cobalt jeans since I bought that blouse too. </p> <p>I also think that blouse will be fab tucked as an alternative. </p> <p>#3 is gorgeous! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/too-bold#post-679436 Fri, 27 Jul 2012 14:27:34 +0000 chouette22 679436@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I ordered the same blouse in a S and XS (I am about the same size/height as you) and just tried them on this morning. They are both going back. I love the pattern but feel that the large pattern along with the cut (sleeves still too long in XS and generally a bit boxy) is overwhelming me a little. I have also decided that I prefer houndstooth in pants/skirts versus tops. Love #3! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/too-bold#post-679426 Fri, 27 Jul 2012 14:18:32 +0000 Linda 679426@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I love both outfits! I really like the check with the pants. I bought the same blouse (haven't worn it yet), and I think that it looks great on you! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/too-bold#post-679410 Fri, 27 Jul 2012 14:02:24 +0000 cjh 679410@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Not too bold! Can you put a black blazer over the checked blouse? That might mute it a bit... of course, it might be too hot right now.</p> <p>I LOVE the slacks, and the length. Fab! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/too-bold#post-679404 Fri, 27 Jul 2012 13:59:00 +0000 texstyle 679404@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I'm not sure I love the houndstooth on you either, but I LOVE those pants and the second outfit is beautiful. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/too-bold#post-679398 Fri, 27 Jul 2012 13:52:31 +0000 Kirti 679398@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I like both outfits too! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/too-bold#post-679385 Fri, 27 Jul 2012 13:45:48 +0000 Anonymous 679385@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I like it. The only reason I did not but this version but went with the equipment one instead, was because I would be inclined to have black somewhere in the outfit, due to the black piping.<br /> Both outfits look awesome! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/too-bold#post-679378 Fri, 27 Jul 2012 13:41:57 +0000 Anonymous 679378@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I don't think any of the combos you've posted are too bold, but I'm immediately drawn to #3. That's a fab look! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/too-bold#post-679373 Fri, 27 Jul 2012 13:38:21 +0000 MNsara 679373@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>It's a great outfit - more casual than the white jacket outfit - but a great outfit that you look fab in! </p> <p>I don't think it's too bold. The white jacket is pretty striking and bold in its own way/ </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/too-bold#post-679366 Fri, 27 Jul 2012 13:34:35 +0000 Vix 679366@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Hi Christy --</p> <p>Sorry to sound a little stalker-y, but when I think of the stunning color/print mix you wore for your recent family photos and compare it to this there's no comparison. I saw *you* in that top and here I just see the top.</p> <p>My .02 but I think B&amp;W patterns are tough for many complexions to pull off; add a very strong geometric (vs softened) print and it's even more difficult.</p> <p>Your backup choice -- the blazer -- makes for a great outfit, though! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/too-bold#post-679365 Fri, 27 Jul 2012 13:34:19 +0000 Transcona Shannon 679365@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I'm with Rita - both outfits look fab Christy! And I adore the pairing of the houndstooth blouse with the cobalt pants. I ended up ordering this blouse too - and see all you ladies looking gorgeous in it is making me anxious to receive mine! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/too-bold#post-679363 Fri, 27 Jul 2012 13:33:34 +0000 marianna 679363@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I love it on you! Not too bold at all! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/too-bold#post-679362 Fri, 27 Jul 2012 13:32:46 +0000 modgrl 679362@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I think both of these outfits work great! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/too-bold#post-679360 Fri, 27 Jul 2012 13:28:23 +0000 Anonymous 679360@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I don't think it is too bold at all! I love the bright pattern grounded by those intense trousers. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/too-bold#post-679359 Fri, 27 Jul 2012 13:27:52 +0000 Parsley 679359@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>While I really like the houndstooth blouse, and I don't think it's too bold with the cobalt pants, the outfit with the jacket (#3) is just stunning! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/too-bold#post-679357 Fri, 27 Jul 2012 13:27:11 +0000 JenA 679357@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Wow. I love the combo in #1. I think pairing the boxy houndstooth with the slim blue pants looks very flattering and modern on you. I love the contrast, but if you don't feel comfy perhaps try it with a black skinny to feel it out. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/too-bold#post-679351 Fri, 27 Jul 2012 13:19:49 +0000 christy 679351@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I bought this blouse at the NAS and thought it would be fun to pair with my cobalt cropped pants. My husband thought it was too bold of a combo. What do you think? I went with #3 for work today (something of a tried and true combo for me), but I'd like to know if 1/2 work. I'm still a bit on the fence for this blouse on me and not sure if it's staying or going. What say you? Thank you!!!!</p> <p>Also - I know the length on these pants are a bit on the controversial side!! </p>