https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-is-your-uniform Style Advice for Fashion Lovers en-US Wed, 06 May 2026 10:04:10 +0000 http://bbpress.org/?v=1.0.2 q https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/search.php https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-is-your-uniform#post-955977 Fri, 14 Jun 2013 19:13:46 +0000 rachylou 955977@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>At the moment, my formula = skinnies + drapey silky button down + heels + topper (drapey sweater or tailored jacket). </p> <p>I also always wear a coat over everything too.</p> <p>Of course, today, I'm not in my formula ;&gt; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-is-your-uniform#post-955826 Fri, 14 Jun 2013 16:57:23 +0000 Angie 955826@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>So fun to read about your uniforms, ladies! </p> <p>My uniform changes every season. Right now for Summer it's one of the following: </p> <ol> <li>BF jeans (white or blue) + tucked b/down shirt or silk blouse (popped and scrunched) + belt + pointy pumps + clutch</li> <li>Change the BF jeans to white straight legs + same formula</li> <li>Change the BF to wool trousers + same formula</li> <li>Full Skirt + banded pullover + pointy pumps + clutch</li> </ol> <p>Jackets = Bomber, Waxed Denim, Blazer, Moto </p> <p>No jewelry or scarves. Watch, wedding ring, specs and that's it. </p> <p>Voila :)</p> <p>Am trying to wear my pencil skirts more too, but the weather needs to co-operate. I do not want to wear hose in June. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-is-your-uniform#post-955819 Fri, 14 Jun 2013 16:49:01 +0000 kkards 955819@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>like you,i&nbsp;work in a business casual office, with no jeans allowed. i rarely wear dress or skirts. my basic uniform (which i am working to freshen up) is straight leg pant, knit top, with either a blazer or sweater, and 2-3 inch heels. during the summer, i wear flats more often, and during the winter, the heels are often booties or boots, <br />i really didn't realize that i had a uniform until one of my friends just casualy mentioned it one day. <br />but, as i said, i am working to update the pieces and silhouettes to keep the uniform to date. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-is-your-uniform#post-955697 Fri, 14 Jun 2013 14:50:29 +0000 bj1111 955697@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>My uniform relies on a silhouette and color combo.</p> <p>Skinny bottoms + blousy/loose tunic or fitted woven shirt + jacket/sweater or necklace as a third piece.</p> <p>Interesting shoes. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-is-your-uniform#post-955627 Fri, 14 Jun 2013 13:18:48 +0000 Mary Beth (formerly LBD) 955627@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I think what makes a uniform work, is to be able to choose it without too much agonizing or changing multiple times - and then finding by the end of the day, you felt <u>great</u> wearing your choice - that you felt attractive, energized, and that you were comfortable in the current season and climate.&nbsp;&nbsp; </p> <p>That's been a very new feeling and concept for me - that you can have a theme with variations that works over and over for you.&nbsp; &nbsp; It is something that never occurred to me until I found these forums - so I owe all of you a big thanks!&nbsp; :)</p> <p>The tricky part this summer has been the contrast between the humid, muggy outdoors of the Deep South and the arctic air-conditioning inside most buildings here. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-is-your-uniform#post-955592 Fri, 14 Jun 2013 12:22:49 +0000 Anonymous 955592@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I am just going to copy Caro's answer </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-is-your-uniform#post-955540 Fri, 14 Jun 2013 09:34:12 +0000 Molly L-R 955540@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>For work in A/W: Cardigan + long-sleeved top or short sleeved blouse + A-line/fish tail skirt + heels with a buckle</p> <p>For work in S/S: Cardigan (depending on weather) + short sleeved T + A-line skirt + wedge sandals</p> <p>For play in AW: Pussybow blouse + tweed skirt + heels with a buckle</p> <p>For play in summer: Fit and flare dress + wedge sandals.</p> <p>Gosh, my uniforms are incredibly samey!&nbsp; I guess I know which silhouettes suit me and work for me. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-is-your-uniform#post-955486 Fri, 14 Jun 2013 04:59:05 +0000 Caro in Oz 955486@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>For winter slim/straight pants or jeans/tunic or shirt/jacket &amp; booties.</p> <p>Summer is another story - still working on that one </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-is-your-uniform#post-955442 Fri, 14 Jun 2013 03:50:14 +0000 Suz 955442@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>ETA: Reading my eariler reply, it&nbsp;sounds as if I'm saying it's a meaningless question, which I'm not -- so I am sorry. I think maybe I was trying to express what LaBelleDM said much more eloquently with her specifics. We all wear a uniform of some kind, but what makes it&nbsp;<b>OUR&nbsp;</b>uniform? In her case, it's the colour palette plus the accessories she chooses. I would say the same is true for Deborah (whose outfits are very, very different, even though her colour palette is similar!)&nbsp;</p> <p>I'm not sure in my own case what makes it "my" uniform -- particularly when it comes to summer looks, which are much tougher for me. Still working on that. &nbsp;</p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-is-your-uniform#post-955434 Fri, 14 Jun 2013 03:39:20 +0000 Mary Beth (formerly LBD) 955434@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Lately, my everyday uniform has consisted of black and white, with cuffed sandals:</p> <p>1)&nbsp; White cuffed shorts or white skinnies with a black top<br />2)&nbsp; A straight black skirt (mini or pencil) with a white top<br />3)&nbsp; Ankle cuff sandals (wedge or stiletto)<br />4)&nbsp; Oversize sunglasses&nbsp; a la Breakfast at Tiffany's<br />5)&nbsp; Small summery clutch or handbag in neutral colors</p> <p>Jewelry is a pair of pearl or diamond studs, silver chain-link bracelets, or something flamenco-inspired (earrings or a soft jersey bolero over a cami top). &nbsp;&nbsp; Sometimes I add a black leather belt, usually corset-shaped in very soft leather that really cinches. &nbsp; And sometimes I swap out the sandals for ballet flats.&nbsp; A few times, I find some color has made its way into my outfit (royal or ballet pink lately), but mostly, I am loving my black and white/ivory/cream palette.&nbsp; &nbsp; There are two trends that I am thrilled to see have finally reached 'mainstream':&nbsp; fetish (ankle wraps, chain-link jewelry, leather trims) and flamenco (earrings and boleros).</p> <p>I have never been so happy with the simplicity of getting dressed as I have been this past month!</p> <p>My work or dress-up/uniform is a fitted dress or fitted skirt-and-top in a neutral shade, closed-toe stilettos, pearls, and a clutch or small bag.</p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-is-your-uniform#post-955429 Fri, 14 Jun 2013 03:28:24 +0000 Deborah 955429@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>It's winter where I am and my winter uniform is definitely slim leg pants or leggings worn with oversized tops or tunic and ankle booties. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-is-your-uniform#post-955423 Fri, 14 Jun 2013 03:14:29 +0000 Suz 955423@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>It all comes down to a bottom and a top, with or without a blazer...or a dress, doesn't it? My, we are an original bunch!!&nbsp;</p> <p>It becomes so abstract that it's essentially meaningless.&nbsp;</p> <p>Because we're all pretty much working from the same basic framework, when&nbsp;I think of "uniform" I often think instead of my favourite<b> individual </b>pieces -- the ones I reach for again and again within a given season. But that changes with each season and sadly I can't always predict in advance which pieces I will truly love.&nbsp;</p> </p> <p></p> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-is-your-uniform#post-955421 Fri, 14 Jun 2013 03:13:28 +0000 Liz A. 955421@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>That's what I would like to figure out! &nbsp;That would make my life so much easier. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-is-your-uniform#post-955403 Fri, 14 Jun 2013 02:41:07 +0000 Anonymous 955403@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Work:<br /> Pants<br /> Cami or blouse<br /> Cardigan<br /> Funky jewellery </p> <p>Summer work<br /> Same with crop pants or pencil skirt (I hate hose or tights so only skirts in summer)</p> <p>Casual (winter)<br /> Jean<br /> Long sleeve t<br /> Jacket/blazer<br /> Pendant necklace</p> <p>Casual summer: still working on it lol </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-is-your-uniform#post-955316 Fri, 14 Jun 2013 01:23:45 +0000 chewyspaghetti 955316@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>For summer:<br />sleeveless dress<br />strappy sandals<br />bangle bracelets</p> <p>for winter:<br />ponte knit pants or skinny jeans<br />boots<br />tunic </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-is-your-uniform#post-955232 Thu, 13 Jun 2013 23:28:49 +0000 rae 955232@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <ul> <li>Dress + blazer + boots</li> <li>Skinnies + heels + button front shirt</li> <li>Midi skirt + top + booties + blazer (optional)</li> <li>BF jeans + half-tucked top + sunglasses</li> </ul> I do feel i have a lot of variety, but when you get down to it, I guess they are derived from some uniform formulae! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-is-your-uniform#post-955231 Thu, 13 Jun 2013 23:27:47 +0000 lyn* 955231@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Blazer + Blouse + Flare/A-line Skirt + Pumps is pretty much my go-to uniform these days! :)</p> <p>Watch + Earrings are my go-to accessories because I can't wear necklaces at work. I usually like a skinny belt too. The stretch belts are handy for long shifts </p> <p>PS: also works for "casual" outfits too = t-shirts and flats, usually, though! (Pics 9 and 10)</p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-is-your-uniform#post-955230 Thu, 13 Jun 2013 23:20:56 +0000 Gaylene 955230@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>This is easy: slim, straight-leg pants/jeans, sweater or T-shirt, cropped jackets, and boots/oxfords/wedged sandals. Cotton and linen in the summer, cashmere and leather in the fall/winter, and silk or fine wool for dressed-up events. If the weather requires, I'll add a trench/duffle/parka-style coat as the outer layer. Always worn with a sleek leather shoulder bag, usually cross-body style so my hands are free.</p> <p>Seriously, I don't know why I bother to buy anything else. This is what I wear 95% of the time if I'm not in lounge wear or gear. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-is-your-uniform#post-955213 Thu, 13 Jun 2013 22:40:39 +0000 Aziraphale 955213@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I've got three:</p> <p>1. Jeans, t-shirt and topper (blazer or cardigan)</p> <p>2. Jeans and button-front shirt</p> <p>3. &nbsp;Skirt, fitted t-shirt/sleeveless top an cardi if necessary</p> <p>This sounds like very few options, but I wear just about any cut of jeans, many skirt shapes (pencil, a-line, full, mini), and all&nbsp;kinds of footwear. &nbsp;I feel like I have lots of variety, but within certain parameters, you know? </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-is-your-uniform#post-955163 Thu, 13 Jun 2013 21:26:08 +0000 TraceyLiz65 955163@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Stay at home mom- so no uniform here... I love variety...&nbsp;<br />My Pinterest board shows this well..<br /><a rel="nofollow" href="http://pinterest.com/traceyliz65/versatile-style-by-tracey/">http://pinterest.com/traceyliz.....by-tracey/</a> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-is-your-uniform#post-955160 Thu, 13 Jun 2013 21:22:03 +0000 milehighstyle (Linda) 955160@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>For work, the same as MaryK.&nbsp; For weekends - jeans, top, blazer or jacket, and boots in cooler weather and shorts, top, sandals in the summer.&nbsp; That's not to say that I don't try the occasional trouser, skinny pant or dress outfit, but when I'm looking for a get ready quick option it's great to have a fall back formula. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-is-your-uniform#post-955159 Thu, 13 Jun 2013 21:20:01 +0000 Louise 955159@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Dresses without a doubt. I have 3 faux wrap dresses (2 more in the post) they're so easy to throw on with a few changes for summer or winter x </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-is-your-uniform#post-955128 Thu, 13 Jun 2013 20:41:20 +0000 Rambling Ann 955128@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Casual lifestyle, so jeans, denim-cut jacket in a color or fabric interest, tee or tank. Sometimes black jeans &amp; tee, just got some white jeans to do same with a white tee. I'm pretty new and I'm finding that shoes/belt/scarf/jewelry make a lot of variety for my limited (by choice)&nbsp;wardrobe. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-is-your-uniform#post-955097 Thu, 13 Jun 2013 19:40:49 +0000 MsMary 955097@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Pencil skirt, top, blazer or cardi, pumps.&nbsp; I wear this combo to work almost every day and it never gets old! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-is-your-uniform#post-955094 Thu, 13 Jun 2013 19:34:51 +0000 clairelouise2 955094@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I'm new here and this is a new concept to me. I definitely tend to stick around a particular formula with dressing. So I'm curious what uniforms work for other people!</p> <p>I have to dress business casual for work, no denim or leggings. So I often like to wear a combo of pencil skirt + pretty top + necklace or scarf. &nbsp;Or dressy trousers + top + necklace or scarf.<br />When not working I live in mostly jeans so it's jeans + top + necklace/scarf... OR.. .I also like the combo of leggings with loose top, pendant necklace, and oversized cardi with heels (spring/summer) or boots (autumn/winter). </p> <p>I very rarely do dresses, almost always in separates.</p>