https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/trusting-the-model-or-mannequin Style Advice for Fashion Lovers en-US Wed, 15 Apr 2026 17:26:17 +0000 http://bbpress.org/?v=1.0.2 q https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/search.php https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/trusting-the-model-or-mannequin/page/2#post-1908597 Sat, 14 Apr 2018 21:39:11 +0000 Gigi 1908597@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Love the Boden shirt! The combo of red and olive sounds fab.</p> <p>I don't often buy whole outfits based on the mannequin or model, but that is usually because of sizing issues (one item will fit but the rest will not work for my body shape, etc.). There have been many times that I have wanted to copy the model but could not. I think that putting together an outfit based on the mannequin or model is a great idea. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/trusting-the-model-or-mannequin/page/2#post-1908554 Sat, 14 Apr 2018 20:36:17 +0000 Style Fan 1908554@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I have done this a few times.&nbsp; Once DH and I walked into a store and he pointed out an outfit that he thought would look good on me.&nbsp; I bought the pants, top and blazer.&nbsp; I loved those pieces.&nbsp; I could use them with my wardrobe in all kinds of combinations.&nbsp; He pointed out another outfit another time that I bought and I loved that one.</p> <p>I don't do this now because I am retired and I have a much smaller wardrobe (and clothing budget). </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/trusting-the-model-or-mannequin/page/2#post-1908547 Sat, 14 Apr 2018 20:26:49 +0000 Colette 1908547@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Cute shirt! I definitely make note of the styling on the mannequin. I don't usually buy the entire look but it helps me pull an outfit together. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/trusting-the-model-or-mannequin/page/2#post-1908543 Sat, 14 Apr 2018 20:23:02 +0000 Murph11 1908543@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Janet, your intuition and style is evident! You don’t need a mannequin’s help </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/trusting-the-model-or-mannequin/page/2#post-1908375 Sat, 14 Apr 2018 14:39:31 +0000 Janet 1908375@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>This is so interesting. It’s made me realize how little I pay attention to the full look on mannequins. I home in on individual pieces and imagine my own stylings pretty much only when I try them on. Maybe I need to pay closer attention! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/trusting-the-model-or-mannequin/page/2#post-1908335 Sat, 14 Apr 2018 12:56:36 +0000 cindysmith 1908335@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I shop pieces. Over a decade ago, I worked in a boutique that catered to middle aged &amp; older women, and I would style the mannequins in a top from one label, jacket from another, pants from a 3rd label... and so on. The owner's daughter would come behind me on my off days and redo all my mannequins to wear the coordinating pieces from the same label and it used to peeve me off. It drove me bonkers, so I just quit doing mannequins &amp; looked for a job in a store that allowed me to do my thing. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/trusting-the-model-or-mannequin/page/2#post-1908320 Sat, 14 Apr 2018 11:50:17 +0000 Brooklyn 1908320@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I have never done this but I do love looking at how items are styled. For me it’s more the vibe of an outfit that inspires me, rather than the exact combination of items. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/trusting-the-model-or-mannequin/page/2#post-1908313 Sat, 14 Apr 2018 11:33:09 +0000 Laura1975 1908313@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I had actually never thought of doing this. I might start. My wardrobe is a mix but not a match at the moment. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/trusting-the-model-or-mannequin/page/2#post-1908310 Sat, 14 Apr 2018 11:24:40 +0000 prerma sharma 1908310@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>it gives us a good idea of what to wear and what will look good on us. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/trusting-the-model-or-mannequin/page/2#post-1908307 Sat, 14 Apr 2018 11:16:11 +0000 krishnidoux 1908307@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p><b>Murph</b>, congrats on your new shirt, belt and bottoms! A red belt is most useful, you'll see. There are tons of other color combinations to be made with it too.&nbsp;<br />To answer you question: it really depends because noramally, my small wallet forces me to buy piece by piece (the ones on sale preferably) in hope of finding unity afterwards. This method also leads me to many returns, and some mistakes. Sometimes, in a store I know and trust, I will buy 1,2,3 pieces that work together. This represents a splurge for my teacher's salary, these items usually not on sale, but it is a much durable, useful purchase: sleeves'length will match, hems will fall right where they should, fabrics will work one with another for minimal creasing, bulking, and then I can play around for shoes and scarves. It's like buying a look instead of just one piece. Later, when I am in a rush of just not in a mood for thinking up an outfit, I simply revert to the original things bought together and go from there.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/trusting-the-model-or-mannequin#post-1908299 Sat, 14 Apr 2018 10:25:58 +0000 Anonymous 1908299@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>GREAT question. &nbsp;I tend to buy piecemeal. &nbsp;I always strive to buy assuming the purchased item will coordinate with my existing wardrobe. &nbsp;That means hit or miss. &nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/trusting-the-model-or-mannequin#post-1908283 Sat, 14 Apr 2018 09:34:13 +0000 Mainelady 1908283@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I am inspired by overall looks, up rarely buy the entire outfit. I tend to buy pieces. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/trusting-the-model-or-mannequin#post-1908218 Sat, 14 Apr 2018 04:11:55 +0000 Barbara Diane 1908218@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>No, but now I ‘m going to pay more attention now. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/trusting-the-model-or-mannequin#post-1908117 Sat, 14 Apr 2018 00:23:44 +0000 Windchime 1908117@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Occasionally, when I’m smitten with a look on the model or mannequin, I attempt to recreate the whole thing. </p> <p>Before discovering YLF, I used to frequently purchase outfits—top, bottom, and even accessories and shoes, if needed. A huge shift for me since YLF is almost always buying individual pieces (except in the case of my first paragraph). </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/trusting-the-model-or-mannequin#post-1908114 Sat, 14 Apr 2018 00:16:05 +0000 Murph11 1908114@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I might be better off with a Garanimals line for adults! “Yes, this goes with that... the hangtags match!” </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/trusting-the-model-or-mannequin#post-1908112 Sat, 14 Apr 2018 00:14:04 +0000 kkards 1908112@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>i take inspiration where ever i can!&nbsp;</p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/trusting-the-model-or-mannequin#post-1908108 Sat, 14 Apr 2018 00:08:38 +0000 Staysfit 1908108@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I typically don’t buy an entire look based on a picture or model, however, I do like to have some matching print tops and bottoms as part of my dressy capsule. I mix and match almost everything in my wardrobe. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/trusting-the-model-or-mannequin#post-1908091 Fri, 13 Apr 2018 23:52:04 +0000 Echo 1908091@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Almost never do I buy the look on the model or mannequin, but looks here and other places online have been inspirational for me. I'm not above copying a look; I just rarely find one in a store that works for me. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/trusting-the-model-or-mannequin#post-1908083 Fri, 13 Apr 2018 23:42:52 +0000 jussie 1908083@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I have often thought about doing it. I haven’t actually done it though- but I certainly copycat them all the time :). </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/trusting-the-model-or-mannequin#post-1907887 Fri, 13 Apr 2018 18:41:12 +0000 Murph11 1907887@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>More good solutions and validation! Thanks, all! <b>Anchie, </b>I need an in-house stylist with the fresh eyes of yours!</p> <p>Runcarla, I'm in awe of your progress </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/trusting-the-model-or-mannequin#post-1907884 Fri, 13 Apr 2018 18:37:22 +0000 The Cat 1907884@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Fun shirt. Nice belt and pants. I imagine several styling possibilities for all three items.</p> <p>I don't think I've ever bought a full look. Usually, I'm interested in one or two items only. Prefer to style them my own way. On the other hand, models and mannequins can absolutely be inspirational--sometimes they give me an idea for styling something I already have, in a different way. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/trusting-the-model-or-mannequin#post-1907878 Fri, 13 Apr 2018 18:26:49 +0000 Adela 1907878@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I bought a Boden dress last year together with a cropped cardigan, it was a perfect match. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/trusting-the-model-or-mannequin#post-1907852 Fri, 13 Apr 2018 17:44:46 +0000 anchie 1907852@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I have never done this, but this is my daughter’s shopping strategy. Her favorite shop is H&amp;M and whenever we pass by it she asks me if we can go in and check out the mannequins. If she likes what mannequin is wearing, we buy the complete outfit. She has built nice mix and match wardrobe doing this because she is consistent with the colors and styles she likes. And may I admit she is only 10 but she is my in house stylist </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/trusting-the-model-or-mannequin#post-1907835 Fri, 13 Apr 2018 17:13:10 +0000 Helena 1907835@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>That is adorable! I buy primarily such basic pieces that I don't copy the mannequin ... but I HAVE done so, with bolder tops, or just when I want to try something new - why not take advantage of their stylist's knowledge, I say! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/trusting-the-model-or-mannequin#post-1907815 Fri, 13 Apr 2018 16:43:32 +0000 Carla 1907815@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Murph11 - it's like water against a rock. Slowly, but surely I'm knocking off the rough edges and polishing him up! My biggest triumph was hair and getting him to wear sunscreen. Most recently getting him to size down so clothes are more trim fit. He's 60 YO and has some of the same appearance concerns that I (and we) do, and doesn't mind being my project!</p> <p>FWIW, I think he likes the attention of a shopping trip where he is the focus. It doesn't hurt that our kids (boys) are interested in fashion and style. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/trusting-the-model-or-mannequin#post-1907809 Fri, 13 Apr 2018 16:27:29 +0000 Murph11 1907809@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>More thoughtful comments added... thanks!<br /><b><br />Runcarla,</b> my DH would completely glaze over if I tried to explain a "trend for men." Ha ha ha! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/trusting-the-model-or-mannequin#post-1907801 Fri, 13 Apr 2018 16:12:24 +0000 Beth Ann 1907801@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Murph:&nbsp; I use great sites like Boden to get inspiration all the time, but I don't think I've ever bought the whole outfit.&nbsp; When I did my first big style shift after joining YLF, I did a whole lot of returning, because my first goal was a wardrobe that harmonized -- with several options for each garment.&nbsp; I still purchase with a couple of outfits in mind, and then make a point to do a few minutes of "outfit creation" with that item before I cut the tags.&nbsp; I try to respect the retailers, not buying on whim, and returning promptly when something doesn't work.</p> <p>I LOVE the outfit you posted, and, if Boden is a go-to retailer for you, and I think you made great choices.&nbsp;&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/trusting-the-model-or-mannequin#post-1907787 Fri, 13 Apr 2018 15:50:14 +0000 Carla 1907787@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Pictures inspire me a lot. I love the Angie's outfit and styling inspiration posts, and have been known to copycat fellow YLF'ers. Pinterest is probably my main go-to source and I have aspirational boards and a board just called 'Copy This'. Though I've copied looks or had a garment actually taken off a mannequin (last one of said item in the size I needed), I don't think I've ever bought a whole outfit off a mannequin. </p> <p>When shopping with DH, I'll point out the mannequins to explain a concept of how to combine items or what's on trend for men. I've used catalogue pics for this as well. Left to his own devices, I think DH would buy a complete outfit straight off a model pic - especially a brand he knows, like Land's End. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/trusting-the-model-or-mannequin#post-1907778 Fri, 13 Apr 2018 15:37:54 +0000 Liesbeth 1907778@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I’ve never done this, I buy piece by piece. For a couple of years I’ve been planning my wardrobe better so going out specifically for, say, a navy and white patterned top that looks nice tucked in. Sometimes my overplanning leads to me having a very hard time finding what I need </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/trusting-the-model-or-mannequin#post-1907742 Fri, 13 Apr 2018 14:44:35 +0000 Murph11 1907742@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Thanks for chiming in, <b>all!</b> I'm finally realizing the importance of styling sessions when I add a piece. My tendency has been to purchase, commit by cutting the tag, and immediately wearing. Regret often follows because the piece is a "one-hit-wonder" in my closet. I'm determined to get the hang of thinking in outfits. </p>