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YouLookFab Forum » Topic: What Style Descriptor(s) would you use? https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-style-descriptors-would-you-use Style Advice for Fashion Lovers en-US Wed, 22 Apr 2026 00:36:34 +0000 http://bbpress.org/?v=1.0.2 <![CDATA[Search]]> q https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/search.php Janet on "What Style Descriptor(s) would you use?" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-style-descriptors-would-you-use#post-1015666 Wed, 28 Aug 2013 12:07:11 +0000 Janet 1015666@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ Yep, I see sophisticated bombshell. I like the idea of that exercise -- I may have to try it myself, not so much for the descriptor but for the outfit ideas! jurocha on "What Style Descriptor(s) would you use?" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-style-descriptors-would-you-use#post-1015661 Wed, 28 Aug 2013 12:00:58 +0000 jurocha 1015661@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ I am trying to use the YLF descriptors... Minimal, elegant bombshell (lots of black&white - absolute classic and elegant - and pencil skirts). In time: I really liked your Pinterest boards! Sarah A on "What Style Descriptor(s) would you use?" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-style-descriptors-would-you-use#post-1015360 Wed, 28 Aug 2013 01:10:13 +0000 Sarah A 1015360@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ I definately see a refined sexy elegance. Very sleek and alluring but nothing over the top. The leather and body con fits really stand out. Love the idea to create "ready to wear as is" pinboards too. I am going to take that project on for myself, thanks for the inspiration. Karie on "What Style Descriptor(s) would you use?" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-style-descriptors-would-you-use#post-1015335 Wed, 28 Aug 2013 00:50:26 +0000 Karie 1015335@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ I love the ten outfits pinterest borad, I am going to create one of those for myself. I definitely see urban bombshell, and I love the other descriptors as well. pil on "What Style Descriptor(s) would you use?" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-style-descriptors-would-you-use#post-1015242 Tue, 27 Aug 2013 23:40:23 +0000 pil 1015242@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ My takeaway from the photos is more of mood - I see a lot of poise in them. rachylou on "What Style Descriptor(s) would you use?" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-style-descriptors-would-you-use#post-1015150 Tue, 27 Aug 2013 21:29:25 +0000 rachylou 1015150@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ That was a great one. I'm still pondering myself as a cartoon character :) I say "sleek and sophisticated", with ladylike feminine undertones. Mary Beth (formerly LBD) on "What Style Descriptor(s) would you use?" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-style-descriptors-would-you-use#post-1015050 Tue, 27 Aug 2013 20:15:45 +0000 Mary Beth (formerly LBD) 1015050@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ Wow, these are great descriptors!  Here is the list: Body Con Streamlined Sexy Dramatic Luxe-Leaning Architectural-and-Hot Minimalist Columnar Sleek Eurochic Classic Movie Star Rockstar Edge Urban Bombshell Retro Beatnik 50's Leggy Sci-Fi  (the inner nerd of my soul is thrilled by this!) Streamlined Sexy Eurochic Urban Bombshell Classic Movie Star Bombshell Leggy Sci-Fi Bombshell  I really love all of these descriptors!  'm not going to come up with one be-all definitive phrase, but I am going to make a list with all of these words on it, and post it by the closet door, and refer to this list as I start culling. I'm also putting this list on my spreadsheet, so that when I do shop, I can consult these descriptors and decide whether the item I am looking at, fits the list. And I'm going to really start making the effort for myself, to work on putting together wearable versions of those looks :) Thank you everyone for the input!  Very very much appreciated - and so so so so very very very very HELPFUL!!!  :)    You guys are the best!!! rae on "What Style Descriptor(s) would you use?" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-style-descriptors-would-you-use#post-1014510 Tue, 27 Aug 2013 07:34:12 +0000 rae 1014510@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ Leggy Sci-Fi Bombshell! RoseandJoan on "What Style Descriptor(s) would you use?" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-style-descriptors-would-you-use#post-1014494 Tue, 27 Aug 2013 06:30:03 +0000 RoseandJoan 1014494@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ I see the fusion of retro (beatnik & fifties) with strong, simple and minimal lines. Jaime on "What Style Descriptor(s) would you use?" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-style-descriptors-would-you-use#post-1014407 Tue, 27 Aug 2013 01:46:28 +0000 Jaime 1014407@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ Definitely bombshell with lots of black and white and leather. But sophisticated. I think Natalie's urban bombshell captures it. goldenpig on "What Style Descriptor(s) would you use?" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-style-descriptors-would-you-use#post-1014396 Tue, 27 Aug 2013 01:42:16 +0000 goldenpig 1014396@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ Urban bombshell! Nicole D on "What Style Descriptor(s) would you use?" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-style-descriptors-would-you-use#post-1014313 Tue, 27 Aug 2013 00:23:31 +0000 Nicole D 1014313@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ I see classic movie star bombshell with a rockstar edge (black, leather).  Very nice! Suz on "What Style Descriptor(s) would you use?" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-style-descriptors-would-you-use#post-1014309 Tue, 27 Aug 2013 00:18:21 +0000 Suz 1014309@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ Makes sense to me. Your hair and eyes give you colour enough, and your hourglass figure makes you stand out no matter what you wear. Neutrals lend sophistication and restraint, which is especially important given your preference for bodycon looks. Too much colour might rob you of that sophistication.  Mary Beth (formerly LBD) on "What Style Descriptor(s) would you use?" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-style-descriptors-would-you-use#post-1014295 Mon, 26 Aug 2013 23:57:17 +0000 Mary Beth (formerly LBD) 1014295@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ It's funny - I didn't really think about color when I put together my boards.    But it really does accurately reflect my color preferences in clothing.    I LOVE color - in my surroundings.   Maxfield Parrish paintings are my palette inspiration for decorating.    It really makes me feel easier and freer to dress in neutrals - blacks, whites, ivories, tan leathers in shoes and bags and one leather skirt.    I save little pops of color (cobalt and royal blues, aquas, reds, and metallics) in jewelry and scarves. Suz on "What Style Descriptor(s) would you use?" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-style-descriptors-would-you-use#post-1014264 Mon, 26 Aug 2013 23:40:54 +0000 Suz 1014264@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ Streamlined sexy Eurochic?  I see lots of neutrals on the boards, lots of leather (so texture is important) and pops of red. Lots of drama. Maybe you are a "soft dramatic" in Kibbe terms.  Adelfa on "What Style Descriptor(s) would you use?" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-style-descriptors-would-you-use#post-1014259 Mon, 26 Aug 2013 23:38:31 +0000 Adelfa 1014259@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ I was thinking sleek too, and also minimalist. Susie on "What Style Descriptor(s) would you use?" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-style-descriptors-would-you-use#post-1014234 Mon, 26 Aug 2013 23:14:58 +0000 Susie 1014234@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ How about sleek minimal bombshell? Mary Beth (formerly LBD) on "What Style Descriptor(s) would you use?" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-style-descriptors-would-you-use#post-1014233 Mon, 26 Aug 2013 23:13:20 +0000 Mary Beth (formerly LBD) 1014233@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ Thanks for the fast responses!  I love the words you have listed here - it really does help me understand where I want to go.    Because I am short, and have a lot of curves (despite actually wearing a small size), I try to balance that by giving myself some height.    I never really thought in terms of 'architectural and columnar, and sleek' - but I feel that is really going to help in streamlining my closet! Pawprints on "What Style Descriptor(s) would you use?" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-style-descriptors-would-you-use#post-1014228 Mon, 26 Aug 2013 23:09:14 +0000 Pawprints 1014228@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ Sexy, dramatic, luxe-leaning, architectural-and-hot, minimalist, columnar, sleek, strong Traci on "What Style Descriptor(s) would you use?" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-style-descriptors-would-you-use#post-1014219 Mon, 26 Aug 2013 23:02:12 +0000 Traci 1014219@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ Bodycon is the first unifying word that I'd apply to almost all those pins.  There are other similarities, but I'm having a harder time putting words to them.  Streamlined may be another. Mary Beth (formerly LBD) on "What Style Descriptor(s) would you use?" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-style-descriptors-would-you-use#post-1014215 Mon, 26 Aug 2013 22:57:23 +0000 Mary Beth (formerly LBD) 1014215@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ Awhile back, I found a really fun post, outlining <a href="http://into-mind.com/2013/04/08/refine-your-style-and-upgrade-your-wardrobe-20-quick-fix-ideas/" rel="nofollow">20 "quick-fix" ideas to refine your wardrobe</a>.    In particular, I found #1 very useful:  "Find 10 outfits on pinterest, your favourite style blogs or lookbook.nu, that you would wear exactly as pictured."  Inspired, I created a Pinterest board specifically with this goal in mind:  outfits I would wear exactly as pictured.  I love the specificity this has given me in making outfit choices!  Over time, (of course) I have found more than 10 outfits - and just recently I created a second board, so that one has spring/summer outfits, and the other has fall/winter outfits. <a href="http://pinterest.com/demimondaine/ten-outfits-i-would-wear-as-pictured-spring-summer/" rel="nofollow">http://pinterest.com/demimonda.....ng-summer/</a> <a href="http://pinterest.com/demimondaine/ten-outfits-i-would-wear-as-pictured-fall-winter/" rel="nofollow">http://pinterest.com/demimonda.....ll-winter/</a> So in general, if I am putting together an outfit and find myself stuck, I go to my Spring/Summer board, and assemble an outfit using what I already have.  There are some differences - I don't own any cropped tops or sweaters, but my longer tops still have similar shape.  What I do wear, although fitted, has to be able to have a bra on underneath!  And while I love my heels, very often I swap out the shoes in photos for a lower heel. These boards represent a good cross-section of my every day, working wardrobe.   I am planning to add more studio-to-streetwear looks as I find them, because there are days when all I do is work on theatrical stuff, and it's good to be able to stretch out and warm up, grab a bag, go to a rehearsal, go to a class, etc., grab lunch, etc.  and not have to change my entire outfit or drag along a small suitcase. So my question - (see?  Eventually I got to the actual point of this post) - is this:  what style descriptors do you see from my Pinterest boards?    While I have a secondary wardrobe of dance and theatrical pieces, that I sometimes borrow for everyday use, I think the boards really represent what I wear about 90% of the time, from about October of last year to the present. I really want to be able to streamline my everyday wardrobe, to put some brakes on my tendency to overshop and overspend, and to free up a little space. If you made it this far, thanks for reading :)    I can't wait to hear what y'all come up with!