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YouLookFab Forum » Topic: What happens when you DON'T buy ahead :-) https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-happens-when-you-dont-buy-ahead-- Style Advice for Fashion Lovers en-US Fri, 17 Apr 2026 07:09:12 +0000 http://bbpress.org/?v=1.0.2 <![CDATA[Search]]> q https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/search.php Chris987 on "What happens when you DON'T buy ahead :-)" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-happens-when-you-dont-buy-ahead--#post-2295613 Sat, 10 Dec 2022 11:00:26 +0000 Chris987 2295613@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ Thanks so much Style Fan!  Style Fan on "What happens when you DON'T buy ahead :-)" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-happens-when-you-dont-buy-ahead--#post-2295040 Wed, 07 Dec 2022 23:12:15 +0000 Style Fan 2295040@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ Fantastic suit for you.  The colour is gorgeous with your hair.   I have been in this situation, and it is stressful. Chris987 on "What happens when you DON'T buy ahead :-)" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-happens-when-you-dont-buy-ahead--#post-2294914 Wed, 07 Dec 2022 14:11:09 +0000 Chris987 2294914@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/   Stagiaire Fash on "What happens when you DON'T buy ahead :-)" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-happens-when-you-dont-buy-ahead--#post-2294819 Tue, 06 Dec 2022 22:44:33 +0000 Stagiaire Fash 2294819@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ I think the paper bag effect “creates” a waist, because the pants go in for the belt & then stand out from your torso higher up. Chris987 on "What happens when you DON'T buy ahead :-)" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-happens-when-you-dont-buy-ahead--#post-2294815 Tue, 06 Dec 2022 22:17:16 +0000 Chris987 2294815@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ Thanks Stagiaire Fash, Jaime, Rachy ... I'm trying to get used to the these pants but still only like them under the blazer Thanks Bijou! I can imagine wearing this jacket into spring ... Bijou on "What happens when you DON'T buy ahead :-)" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-happens-when-you-dont-buy-ahead--#post-2294676 Tue, 06 Dec 2022 08:19:11 +0000 Bijou 2294676@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ So glad that Angie has you sorted, this is a fun and practical suit for those formal but business formal events. The jacket is gorgeous and really elevated when worn with the matching trousers. rachylou on "What happens when you DON'T buy ahead :-)" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-happens-when-you-dont-buy-ahead--#post-2294667 Tue, 06 Dec 2022 06:55:05 +0000 rachylou 2294667@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ Oh I agree, the paper bag waist is very flattering on you! It’s a great suit for you! Jaime on "What happens when you DON'T buy ahead :-)" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-happens-when-you-dont-buy-ahead--#post-2294634 Tue, 06 Dec 2022 02:37:39 +0000 Jaime 2294634@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ The advice to adjust the button and wear the suit sounds just right. Love the suit on you! Stagiaire Fash on "What happens when you DON'T buy ahead :-)" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-happens-when-you-dont-buy-ahead--#post-2294559 Mon, 05 Dec 2022 21:45:02 +0000 Stagiaire Fash 2294559@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ I actually like those pants on you, with no blazer. But the blazer fits in the chest & shoulders, & is a good length. Chris987 on "What happens when you DON'T buy ahead :-)" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-happens-when-you-dont-buy-ahead--#post-2294555 Mon, 05 Dec 2022 21:39:42 +0000 Chris987 2294555@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ Sharan, EXACTLY! I love the look of a double breasted blazer but the way they are usually cut is all wrong on my body shape. It was only when I saw the photo online that I noticed that the buttons on this one are placed at the waist. IRL I never would have seen that in a store unless the jacket had been on a mannequin ... and my local Macy's have very few of those .. Firecracker (Sharan) on "What happens when you DON'T buy ahead :-)" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-happens-when-you-dont-buy-ahead--#post-2294517 Mon, 05 Dec 2022 20:12:34 +0000 Firecracker (Sharan) 2294517@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ Wow, fantastic suit on you, Chris! You are right about that style of blazer being just the ticket, with the buttons at the waist instead of lower down. I tried on a jacket with that cutaway in front and it was not nearly as good a look on me as it is on you. I made a mental note: not my style of blazer! Just goes to show, there are styles for each of us out there. Chris987 on "What happens when you DON'T buy ahead :-)" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-happens-when-you-dont-buy-ahead--#post-2294511 Mon, 05 Dec 2022 20:03:33 +0000 Chris987 2294511@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ Sorry Joy, didn't mean to skip over your comment. Your suggestions are what I SHOULD have been doing all along :-) It sounds like your lifestyle warrants more "dressy" pieces than mine does ... but even if not you are certainly better prepared than I am! Angie, right, way ahead of you, already tossed the belt Sadly my dressy shoe capsule is in pathetic shape so the black suede booties I showed may be it. Gold jewelry planned too. Thanks Suz! I think Angie's first response coincided with the breif period between my original posting and when I added the photos'. We're all back in synch now. Black top and footwear is all I have and I like black with olive so that's what I'm doing. notasf, good example to set for us all! That VB jacket is lovely. thanks slim cat! slim cat on "What happens when you DON'T buy ahead :-)" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-happens-when-you-dont-buy-ahead--#post-2294478 Mon, 05 Dec 2022 17:00:26 +0000 slim cat 2294478@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ The jacket is great - right size and color/style! I'd keep the jacket for sure. Black pants/jeans looks sharp in the last photo. notsaf on "What happens when you DON'T buy ahead :-)" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-happens-when-you-dont-buy-ahead--#post-2294476 Mon, 05 Dec 2022 16:52:27 +0000 notsaf 2294476@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ Agreeing: I may be partial, since my (bought-it-when-I-saw-it) festive suit has just the same cut on the jacket. Wore it to a wedding recently and felt splendid. I think this blazer is great on you! Suz on "What happens when you DON'T buy ahead :-)" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-happens-when-you-dont-buy-ahead--#post-2294475 Mon, 05 Dec 2022 16:44:02 +0000 Suz 2294475@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ Ok, I am glad I read all the way through here because I looked at the photos and thought-- hang on, this looks amazing on her! What are others seeing? Now I see, they weren't seeing -- at least not seeing your photos -- at first! Truly. I really like this as a suit and also think you can get separate use from the jacket and maybe even the pants (esp. in warmer temps with sandals).  Do you have lighter coloured footwear and top to wear?   The jacket style is fab on you!  Angie on "What happens when you DON'T buy ahead :-)" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-happens-when-you-dont-buy-ahead--#post-2294473 Mon, 05 Dec 2022 16:38:29 +0000 Angie 2294473@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ Chris, yes! Just remove the belt, wear the blazer buttoned-up and you're sorted! Lace camisole underneath is a great idea. And if you have dressy black shoes - try those too. Add a bit of bling, and you are holiday party ready :)  Chris987 on "What happens when you DON'T buy ahead :-)" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-happens-when-you-dont-buy-ahead--#post-2294471 Mon, 05 Dec 2022 16:29:03 +0000 Chris987 2294471@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ Angie, thanks for the comments after I added the photos. The rise on the pants is definitely too high, but the tiny bit of "sag" at the crotch doesn't bother me a much as some, because it's all very drapey. The top edge of the waist above the waist is too high, but it won't be visible if I wear the jacket over it. ljp thanks! Will definitely move the button ... and probably need move the other one at the waist to keep the symmetry. Thanks RobinF! RobinF on "What happens when you DON'T buy ahead :-)" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-happens-when-you-dont-buy-ahead--#post-2294469 Mon, 05 Dec 2022 16:13:59 +0000 RobinF 2294469@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ I agree, the jacket looks abut right, unless it just isn't the style you want. The shoulders look like they fit well.  LJP on "What happens when you DON'T buy ahead :-)" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-happens-when-you-dont-buy-ahead--#post-2294467 Mon, 05 Dec 2022 15:31:17 +0000 LJP 2294467@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ I agree with Angie - just move that button if you can and the jacket will be perfect. This is a really good cut for you!  If you can wear it with either nothing underneath or just a silky dressy cami, it would be a lovely semi-dressy outfit. Angie on "What happens when you DON'T buy ahead :-)" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-happens-when-you-dont-buy-ahead--#post-2294464 Mon, 05 Dec 2022 15:03:39 +0000 Angie 2294464@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ Thanks for adding the pics, Chris!! YAY! :)  The suit looks VERY GOOD! KILLER in fact.  I don't think you need a size up in the jacket! You can adjust the position of the button a little so that it pulls less on the waist. Easy. I LOVE the pants! Does the rise feel too high? They look perfect!  Chris987 on "What happens when you DON'T buy ahead :-)" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-happens-when-you-dont-buy-ahead--#post-2294460 Mon, 05 Dec 2022 14:46:26 +0000 Chris987 2294460@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ THanks Angie! Yeah this is different from most double-breasted jackets in that the functional buttons are right at the waist instead of down at the hip bones. Much better style for me. Good lesson!  suntiger - sadly its not available in a larger petite size. It is kinda like workwear but that's actually just right for this particular party.  Anonymous on "What happens when you DON'T buy ahead :-)" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-happens-when-you-dont-buy-ahead--#post-2294458 Mon, 05 Dec 2022 14:44:19 +0000 Anonymous 2294458@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ Look for a dressy suit or skirt in your best dark neutral, then a fancy blouse or two that can be Wynn with it.  You might think of year- round fabrics like light weight wool or crepe.  If you have a great bottom piece, it is not as hard to find a top for it.  I have a small capsule of long black skirts that seem timeless.  A suit is also good.  You can add a ribbon for a belt and look festive.  A tuxedo suit will serve you well with a sequined or lace or silky shell .  It can be worn with boots or sandals depending on the weather.  I am still looking for my white one.   Anonymous on "What happens when you DON'T buy ahead :-)" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-happens-when-you-dont-buy-ahead--#post-2294452 Mon, 05 Dec 2022 14:26:10 +0000 Anonymous 2294452@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ I'm not 100% sold on the shapes, and it looks more daily workwear than party to me, but that is a Great color on you! Can't hurt to try sizing up the jacket though, if available. Angie on "What happens when you DON'T buy ahead :-)" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-happens-when-you-dont-buy-ahead--#post-2294451 Mon, 05 Dec 2022 14:25:30 +0000 Angie 2294451@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ What a pity - the pants look too long in the rise for petite you, so I hear you.  Such a fab suit! I love pant suits :) I can imagine the blazer looking awesome on you! Good shorter length, and the cut-away front is waist-defining.  Chris, I've been in your situation a couple of times - where I compromised to find a dressy outfit last minute. It worked, but wasn't perfect, and cost more than I wanted to pay. I don't want to be in that situation again!  Chris987 on "What happens when you DON'T buy ahead :-)" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-happens-when-you-dont-buy-ahead--#post-2294448 Mon, 05 Dec 2022 14:18:44 +0000 Chris987 2294448@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ Sorry for being such a forum hog lately :-)  Just after thanksgiving (1.5 weeks ago) I got invited to a “formal” holiday party for the first time in over a decade. “Formal” means in a hotel, but it's a “whatever you want” dress code and probably mostly a business casual holiday vibe, not really formal at all. I had NOT been following Angie’s advice in her posting today, so I started on online hunt. This jacket caught my eye at Macys.com. Really like the style, the color, and though it might work because it’s a petite size. I ordered it along with the coordinating pants, which I thought might not work but decided to try anyway. I really like the jacket, but in my newly-adjusting-eye toward a more “current” classic style, I think it’s too small, too snug a fit.  I prefer the buttons closed.  One size up would be better. Macys is the only place I’ve found that carries DKNY in petite sizes, and they were sold out of sizes larger than this one. Also, the pant style is, as I suspected, not flattering. The high rise paper bag waist style is made for a taller-waisted straighter body shape. I have a backup plan for the party so good there. I don’t have or need many blazers for my lifestyle but I really like this one and will put a jacket like this on my shopping list going forward. The pants are going back, and probably the jacket. In theory I've learned the "buy ahead" lesson but time will tell if it has sunk in :-)