https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/two-trendy-returns-and-a-keep-with-question Style Advice for Fashion Lovers en-US Wed, 22 Apr 2026 05:02:57 +0000 http://bbpress.org/?v=1.0.2 q https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/search.php https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/two-trendy-returns-and-a-keep-with-question/page/2#post-2029623 Thu, 23 May 2019 14:20:07 +0000 Angie 2029623@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p><b>Suz</b>, start a separate thread on your search for white tops.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/two-trendy-returns-and-a-keep-with-question/page/2#post-2029312 Wed, 22 May 2019 04:44:35 +0000 Gigi 2029312@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I actually like the blouse and skirt on you and don't think the outfit looks mannish. But it sounds like you are having a strong emotional response, so definitely send the clothes back. The top looks like it might be really hot for summer weather.</p> <p>I like the last pic for pants length.</p> <p>As for places to get on-trend skirts, I want to say that Anthro has lots of lightweight A-line skirts that are midi length. They might be worth a look. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/two-trendy-returns-and-a-keep-with-question/page/2#post-2029291 Wed, 22 May 2019 01:30:42 +0000 Beth Ann 2029291@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I so appreciate the way you share your process!&nbsp; I'm a big yes for the last length of the pants --- as for skirts:&nbsp; with a gathered waist a-line I prefer a button front because it gives the skirt more structure.&nbsp; My favorite kind of a-line is drapey, but more of a gored shape with no gathering on the waistline.&nbsp; If I have time later, I'll drop see if I can post some examples! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/two-trendy-returns-and-a-keep-with-question/page/2#post-2029218 Tue, 21 May 2019 17:36:11 +0000 Helena 2029218@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Good call Suz! Objectively, the first outfit looks fantastic on you - the fit is great and the pieces are lovely - which makes it so tempting to keep them, even when they are not you. But if they don't feel right, they don't feel right. They are not as clean-lined as you usually wear, and that can make all the difference - although it would be interesting to see each piece paired with one of your tried-and-true pieces?</p> <p>I agree with you on the 'feminine' thing - I feel like girly clothes bring out the masculinity in my face. I think it's because I have a touch of 'dramatic' in my facial lines.&nbsp;</p> <p>Agree that the third pants length is great! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/two-trendy-returns-and-a-keep-with-question/page/2#post-2029166 Tue, 21 May 2019 14:59:54 +0000 nancylee 2029166@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Hi Suz,<br />Here are a couple of white tops I found on the Nordstrom site, although I haven't seen them in person. I'm a big fan of gauze lately because even if it wrinkles a little it still looks good!</p> <p><a rel="nofollow" href="https://shop.nordstrom.com/s/vince-camuto-textured-cotton-gauze-top/5266714?origin=keywordsearch-personalizedsort&amp;breadcrumb=Home%2FAll%20Results&amp;color=pearl%20ivory">https://shop.nordstrom.com/s/v.....search-per</a></p> <p><a rel="nofollow" href="https://shop.nordstrom.com/s/socialite-tie-hem-gauze-top/5274666?origin=keywordsearch-personalizedsort&amp;breadcrumb=Home%2FAll%20Results&amp;color=white">https://shop.nordstrom.com/s/s.....onalizedso</a> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/two-trendy-returns-and-a-keep-with-question/page/2#post-2029103 Tue, 21 May 2019 12:40:17 +0000 lyn67 2029103@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Disn't ready any comments, so: love the pants (COMPLETELY YOUR STYLE) and think can be hemmed to length in nr 4. Sorry for the shirt miss-I just can relate-a white woven shirt is my all time and almost&nbsp; never achived HEWI so go next up! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/two-trendy-returns-and-a-keep-with-question/page/2#post-2029044 Tue, 21 May 2019 04:24:00 +0000 Firecracker (Sharan) 2029044@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Oh, and another thing: Welcome back, Jackie! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/two-trendy-returns-and-a-keep-with-question/page/2#post-2029042 Tue, 21 May 2019 04:12:38 +0000 Firecracker (Sharan) 2029042@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I like the chambray pants, and I would pick the last length. Although I thought the shorter could work, too; I am SO challenged on cropped pant lengths. Anyway, seeing the chambray pant outfit next to the skirt outfit was an eye-opener for me; the comparison made me see that the skirt outfit, with the high-contrast print and the big puffy blouse design, was overpowering you. </p> <p>And here's a Find for a blouse. (I haven't seen it in person.)</p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/two-trendy-returns-and-a-keep-with-question/page/2#post-2028956 Mon, 20 May 2019 19:22:21 +0000 viva 2028956@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I wish we could see the white blouse with a quieter, slimmer, bottom. I think it feels like too much because it's with that skirt - which also has a lot going on.</p> <p>I love the pants hemmed to the last length. They look breezy for the summer.</p> <p>And what fun to see Jackie posting again! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/two-trendy-returns-and-a-keep-with-question/page/2#post-2028931 Mon, 20 May 2019 18:27:24 +0000 Angie 2028931@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>GOOD JOB listening to you feelings,<b> Suz</b>. SOOOO I'mportant. I like the trendy skirt and blouse on you. Looks fabulous! But YOU have to wear it and feel great - not me. Return. Next :)</p> <p>KILLER wide crops. Hemmed to last length, for sure. Style with boxy cropped top, tie top, shirt tied at the waist.  </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/two-trendy-returns-and-a-keep-with-question/page/2#post-2028660 Sun, 19 May 2019 18:39:16 +0000 Vildy 2028660@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Coincidentally, I was just looking at a picture of Garance Dore in a puffy white shirt.&nbsp; I hadn't realized she's only 5'3. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/two-trendy-returns-and-a-keep-with-question/page/2#post-2028499 Sun, 19 May 2019 01:36:55 +0000 Jaime 2028499@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I like the wide pants at the length in the last picture. You could make the white blouse work, but why? Next! You look great! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/two-trendy-returns-and-a-keep-with-question/page/2#post-2028397 Sat, 18 May 2019 20:55:36 +0000 Laura 2028397@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Yes, the skirt is longer on me. You might also want to order a size down, as I usually am a size S in skirts and I exchanged for an XS. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/two-trendy-returns-and-a-keep-with-question/page/2#post-2028358 Sat, 18 May 2019 18:37:19 +0000 nemosmom 2028358@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Whoa, there's a LOT going on in that top. I can't imagine wearing it in hot weather - you are smart to return. I agree with you on length of pants. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/two-trendy-returns-and-a-keep-with-question#post-2028354 Sat, 18 May 2019 17:40:54 +0000 karen13 2028354@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I think the top and skirt look good, but since you don't and it is fussy, pass. Vote the 1.5" hem on the pants. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/two-trendy-returns-and-a-keep-with-question#post-2028339 Sat, 18 May 2019 17:01:13 +0000 kellygirl 2028339@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Just chiming in to agree with the analysis of the white top. Too much fuss. You look radiant in white though. Not sure about the pants length. They look great for summer though! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/two-trendy-returns-and-a-keep-with-question#post-2028334 Sat, 18 May 2019 16:47:06 +0000 Anonymous 2028334@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>There's too much bunchy midriff action on the shirt and scale of the print is overwhelming. Like LIsap I "..am kind of leery of the whole idea of pleated pull on chambray pants in general .." but because&nbsp;it's really the concept as much as the reality that's in the way for me here, maybe once you've styled them they'd look different?</p> <p>Or maybe a pair that are either wide OR have a non sleek waist?</p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/two-trendy-returns-and-a-keep-with-question#post-2028326 Sat, 18 May 2019 16:22:23 +0000 Suz 2028326@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Thanks so much for your comments, thoughts, and suggestions.&nbsp;</p> <p><b>Bennet, Toban, unfrumped,</b>&nbsp;<b>Gail,</b> et. al -- It seems as if the final length is best for the pants so that's more or less what I will do.&nbsp;</p> <p><b>Laura,</b> thanks for the link to the 1901 skirts -- promising! I might check the eyelet out. Are they longer than on the models? I want one that is a bit longer than these.&nbsp;</p> <p><b>Katerina, Lucy,</b> thanks. I think you are right -- there is something off in the proportion of this top, along with everything else. Oh well. And as <b>Staysfit</b> and others say, it's just a bit too much detailing.&nbsp;</p> <p><b>Jenni</b> -- thanks for the comment about my hair. Yes, white is now a great colour for me!&nbsp;</p> <p><b>Liesbeth</b>, I think the top itself is feminine -- so feminine I feel mannish in comparison.&nbsp;</p> <p><b>Synne, Jessikams, La Ped</b> -- I knew you'd get it re the overly feminine detail. On the question of which ones work and which ones don't -- proportions seem key, as Katerina suggests. I know for me, ruffles and sleeve detail are especially suspect. I can get away with (some) bows, but not if they are super fussy, I guess. :)&nbsp;</p> <p><b>Rachy,</b> of course Lilypup looks wrong in a bow. She's far too hip to go around looking like that.&nbsp;</p> <p><b>Taylor,</b> great suggestion. I will check them out. I just retired my long sleeved BB shirt because of staining under the arms. A sleeveless classic version has a lot of promise.&nbsp;</p> <p>Thanks, <b>Lisa.</b> Pleats on these pants like perfectly flat -- no bunching. I guess because the fabric is so lightweight.&nbsp;</p> <p><b>Christina,</b> there's your answer. SUPER lightweight. The king of thing you could throw on at the beach. Like a summer skirt in weight. Couldn't wear in winter for sure!&nbsp;</p> <p><b>Jackie</b>, so great to see you! Thanks for popping in! What a treat. You look gorgeous in your lilac skirt and the Murphy top! Just beautiful. Alas, that skirt -- I think it is that skirt -- I tried it 2 years ago in red and it didn't work for me. I ended up giving it to my slimmer step daughter. I felt too puffy and shortwaisted in it. Something about the way the waist and pleats fell. I will give the Murphy top a try but am very doubtful it will work for me. I can't really wear regular V necks successfully especially when the top is loose around the arms, too. Has to do with proportions and body modifiers -- small bust, short hair, long(ish) neck.&nbsp;</p> <p><b>Kkards </b>-- thank you for those! It seems there are a lot of nice midi skirts out there this year. I just have to do a proper shop, I guess.&nbsp;</p> <p><b>Sal</b>, I think you'd wear these pants really well, too.&nbsp;</p> <p><b>Cardiff Girl</b> -- I don't know if tube skirts are "out" and don't really care, but I have been wearing mine steadily since 2012 and am getting a bit tired of the same silhouette all the time, you know? I still love them and will still wear them sometimes. Just looking for options.&nbsp;</p> <p><b>Texstyle,</b> those look like good options. Thank you. Popovers can be great in the heat. I'm going to go over to North Van (where they have a Loft.)&nbsp;</p> <p><b>Sara</b>, you are right -- that skirt would look great on you. They also have pants, and several tops in this fabric. It's really a nice fabric.&nbsp;</p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/two-trendy-returns-and-a-keep-with-question#post-2028254 Sat, 18 May 2019 13:32:21 +0000 Anonymous 2028254@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Yes, that white shirt is algo on you-but think the Murphy would work well with the black and white skirt. The pants I like more the original length or the last. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/two-trendy-returns-and-a-keep-with-question#post-2028248 Sat, 18 May 2019 13:11:40 +0000 Laura 2028248@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I like the blouse on you but if it wrinkles too much - too high maintenance! Next!</p> <p>These skirts from 1901 are the bomb. I picked one up in chambray and now I see they have them in eyelet and I am sorely tempted to get another. I've been wearing mine with a simple tee and sneakers, or a short cardigan and low heels for dressier occasions. It is very cute on! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/two-trendy-returns-and-a-keep-with-question#post-2028216 Sat, 18 May 2019 12:07:49 +0000 Synne 2028216@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Just chiming in to say that I TOTALLY relate to the feeling of being in drag when wearing clothes too "girly girl". I am on a quest to force myself to dress more feminine though, but I steer clear of anything that gives me that vibe. Hard to pin point what it is though... </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/two-trendy-returns-and-a-keep-with-question#post-2028172 Sat, 18 May 2019 08:00:36 +0000 Katerina 2028172@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I agree on the skirt. <br />I like the idea of the top, but, IMHO, this one just has too much fabric, it hides your lovely waist and looks a bit overwhelming. As for the style - I think a top like this (if cut right with right proportions) would look lovely on you with a less "feminine" skirt. Maybe with denim or navy solid bottoms or with pants.<br />I really like the pants. The second length is the best IMO.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/two-trendy-returns-and-a-keep-with-question#post-2028163 Sat, 18 May 2019 07:14:07 +0000 Lucy 2028163@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Yes, agree the top is just too fussy! I usually like wrap tops, and tried on a similar one in Uniqlo - the rest was the same, just too fussy...&nbsp;<br />Love the pants on you, especially at the shorter length.&nbsp;</p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/two-trendy-returns-and-a-keep-with-question#post-2028162 Sat, 18 May 2019 06:57:58 +0000 Liesbeth 2028162@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I don’t find the top mannish, though I’m smiling at all the self-deprecating humour here :). But I agree it lacks your usual sharp and right-on quality.<br /> For the trousers I agree with the last length looking best. Nice! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/two-trendy-returns-and-a-keep-with-question#post-2028158 Sat, 18 May 2019 06:01:20 +0000 rachylou 2028158@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>It’s a lot of bow. Lol. It doesn’t look bad, just the wrong personality.</p> <p>Lilypup btw just looks so wrong in a bow. I’ve tried every kind. Lol! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/two-trendy-returns-and-a-keep-with-question#post-2028145 Sat, 18 May 2019 04:34:24 +0000 Jessikams 2028145@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Nodding along with “feminine detail that makes a gamine type look mannish.” Yes! I tried the embellished sleeve trend and could never figure out why it didn’t look right- but I always felt like a pirate. In drag. Like a Shakespearean actor, or maybe Captain Jack Sparrow! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/two-trendy-returns-and-a-keep-with-question#post-2028126 Sat, 18 May 2019 02:09:25 +0000 taylor 2028126@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I agree with you on the blouse. Complicated , fussy and wrinkly... just too much effort .<br /> I have added lots of white and light blouses for summer. You might want to take a look at the Brooks Brothers never irons. They come in sleeveless for summer and pretty light colors. You may already have the long sleeve version , but they are worth a look for quality and practicality. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/two-trendy-returns-and-a-keep-with-question#post-2028116 Sat, 18 May 2019 01:44:18 +0000 unfrumped 2028116@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I like the last length, too. I have a pair of black “ wide leg crops” and I think tgst is about where they fall. Just short enough to wear with an ankle l- strap flat but will also cover a 4-5” ankle boot. Whereas “ midi” skirts I usually want to be shorter. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/two-trendy-returns-and-a-keep-with-question#post-2028113 Sat, 18 May 2019 01:02:26 +0000 Anonymous 2028113@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I also like the Aritzia Murphy top - I have it in white too . </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/two-trendy-returns-and-a-keep-with-question#post-2028112 Sat, 18 May 2019 01:01:16 +0000 Anonymous 2028112@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I actually like the white top, just not with that skirt . I think it would look great with jeans , and I’m not getting a drag vibe at all I think the pants are cuter shorter - but am kind of leery of the whole idea of pleated pull on chambray pants in general ..... </p>