https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-style-persona-wears-drape-and-unstructured-looks Style Advice for Fashion Lovers en-US Sun, 19 Apr 2026 03:46:56 +0000 http://bbpress.org/?v=1.0.2 q https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/search.php https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-style-persona-wears-drape-and-unstructured-looks#post-1319898 Thu, 31 Jul 2014 14:51:10 +0000 Alana in Canada 1319898@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>btt </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-style-persona-wears-drape-and-unstructured-looks#post-1319631 Thu, 31 Jul 2014 03:32:38 +0000 greycat6 1319631@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Would love some visuals comparing rounded and angular draping. I struggle with this one as well. Love the drape look on others but it never really feels right on me. For some reason, I feel like it enhances my pear curves in ways they don't need enhancing. </p> <p>Will be watching this thread with interest. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-style-persona-wears-drape-and-unstructured-looks#post-1319629 Thu, 31 Jul 2014 03:22:18 +0000 Anonymous 1319629@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I' m like Suz in that draping on my curve-challenged shape does nothing for me. It looks like fabric hanging from a 2X4. It can hide too much. I think angular drape depends quite a bit on the fabric to create a shape rather than forming a formless lump. If one has curves, they are enhanced by draping and give it a pleasing shape. That said, I do have some draped tops that I like, but they are all sleeveless, which adds structure. They are worn with slim bottoms for more structure. It is not part of my style but sometimes a little can add variety. I am attracted to drapey pieces and have to be strong to resist the appeal, knowing that they will be hard for me to style. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-style-persona-wears-drape-and-unstructured-looks#post-1319607 Thu, 31 Jul 2014 02:54:57 +0000 Jaime 1319607@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Interesting! I love drapey looks too but, for myself,&nbsp;tend to shy away from open drapey sweaters and jackets because I find they widen my already relatively wide upper body. On the other hand,&nbsp;I was immediately attracted to the striped tee you posted. Would love to see some angular vs. rounded drape visuals too! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-style-persona-wears-drape-and-unstructured-looks#post-1319605 Thu, 31 Jul 2014 02:51:27 +0000 abc 1319605@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Oooooh I needed this post. I've bought a few pieces lately that move me in the same direction but to be honest I'm trying to figure out the same things Suja and Alana mentioned.</p> <p>Can we (pretty please) get some compare and contrast visuals going on angular drape? Seems like an oxymoron in some ways. </p> <p>I know from my recent experimentation I need the angular type just am not sure how to execute. </p> <p>Thanks in advance. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-style-persona-wears-drape-and-unstructured-looks#post-1319589 Thu, 31 Jul 2014 02:39:34 +0000 Alana in Canada 1319589@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Yes, Angie--possible blog post, perhaps? Just what is the difference between a rounded drape and an angular one?&nbsp;</p> <p>So, just as an example, I would guess that the cardigan on the left is round, and the cardigan in the middle is angular--but what is the EF? both?</p> <p>As well, can some people wear both--or does it pretty much divide into either or? Any way we might be able to predict which one might work on ourselves?<br />Does the shape of the drape affect overall perception of volume? Or does that have to do more with fabrication (ie, a leather draped vest = less perceived volume than the same in jersey.</p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-style-persona-wears-drape-and-unstructured-looks#post-1319583 Thu, 31 Jul 2014 02:27:15 +0000 Suja 1319583@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Wow, thanks everyone.</p> <p>Torontogirl- &nbsp;I think you hit on why I think it appeals to me. &nbsp;It looks pretty and feminine is one of my descriptors. &nbsp;So I'm thinking this isn't a new descriptor, just a little extension of an existing one.</p> <p>Angie- &nbsp;I think of your look as highly structured but maybe I am just going off of your most recent outfit posts. &nbsp;I can't recall any time that you wore drape. &nbsp;But I'm also not sure of the difference between fluid drape and angular drape.</p> <p>Diana- I love your drapey looks. &nbsp;They have enough structure to "mainstream" to my eye. &nbsp;I will definitely take inspiration from your outfits.</p> <p>Suz, I'm curious why you think&nbsp;draped cardigans or jackets don't look so good? &nbsp;It seems like a super forgiving shape but it doesn't seem like it would look bad on someone slim with nothing to hide. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-style-persona-wears-drape-and-unstructured-looks#post-1319271 Wed, 30 Jul 2014 20:25:52 +0000 Suz 1319271@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Claire is right (as usual..). Mo does that kind of classical drape really well.&nbsp;<br />And Vix does a sort of boho version.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-style-persona-wears-drape-and-unstructured-looks#post-1319228 Wed, 30 Jul 2014 19:35:15 +0000 Anonymous 1319228@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I'm not an expert, but sometimes draping can look classical (like a statue of a Greek goddess) or even a bit romantic and luxurious, depending on the fabrication.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-style-persona-wears-drape-and-unstructured-looks#post-1319186 Wed, 30 Jul 2014 18:50:17 +0000 Alana in Canada 1319186@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>oooh Diana--Queen arty drape indeed. I absolutely love that blue top in #6. Stunning colour. Interestingly to me, I prefer the looks without a topper--so 3,6, and 8 are my faves.&nbsp;<br />I have been looking and looking at these sorts of items and wondering how to wear them. Thank you so much! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-style-persona-wears-drape-and-unstructured-looks#post-1319078 Wed, 30 Jul 2014 16:59:28 +0000 Diana 1319078@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Here are some photos for you.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-style-persona-wears-drape-and-unstructured-looks#post-1319072 Wed, 30 Jul 2014 16:54:38 +0000 Angie 1319072@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>High five, Suz. xo</p> <p>Diana, I hereby crown you Queen Arty Drape. xo </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-style-persona-wears-drape-and-unstructured-looks#post-1319067 Wed, 30 Jul 2014 16:50:20 +0000 Diana 1319067@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Yeah, definitely Arty.&nbsp; Although I think there is a place for drape in most style personas.&nbsp; (Maybe not true Sporty types, I guess...).&nbsp; It could also go boho very easily, or urban (if you go for more architectural, angular drape).&nbsp; And you could of course combine it with classic pieces as has already been mentioned.&nbsp; </p> <p>So... how you implement it is up to you.&nbsp; Personally, I do need to add a little structure and some sharp lines, otherwise I feel too soft and round.&nbsp; This has a bit to do with my body type though, as I am pear shaped with a roundish shoulder line.&nbsp; So, I prefer things with some structure at the shoulder because I don't like to accentuate the rounded shoulders or my slouch.&nbsp; I also often like to show some leg, either in a skinny pant or shorter hemlines, when I'm wearing something very drapey.&nbsp; I have a long leg line so I find this pretty easy to accomplish.&nbsp; I also have straight hair with a sharply angled cut, which helps keep things from becoming too soft as well.&nbsp; </p> <p>By the way, I have the KUT jacket you linked above.&nbsp; I think it's a great combo of drape and structure, and I'd recommend you give it a try while it's still on NAS discount.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-style-persona-wears-drape-and-unstructured-looks#post-1319063 Wed, 30 Jul 2014 16:46:21 +0000 Suz 1319063@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>What Angie said. &nbsp;I love fluid and unstructured looks, but toppers with drape like these&nbsp;don't look so good on me. So I go for straight angular drape where I can.&nbsp;I love the drapey look on others and keep trying to find the one piece that will work on me, LOL. :)</p> <p> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-style-persona-wears-drape-and-unstructured-looks#post-1319059 Wed, 30 Jul 2014 16:41:33 +0000 Angie 1319059@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>You're heading towards Arty Territory. I hope that Diana, Firecracker&nbsp;and Debs chime in too. It's easy to combine these silhouettes with structure, Suja.&nbsp;</p> <p>I wear unstructured looks all the time - like today - I'm in a shapeless sack dress. But it's above the knee and has tapered sleeves for structure. I prefer a straight angular drape for my own style, but love round arty drape on others.&nbsp;</p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-style-persona-wears-drape-and-unstructured-looks#post-1319039 Wed, 30 Jul 2014 16:20:15 +0000 Helena 1319039@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Hi, in the pictures you've posted, the drape is combined with more tailored pieces; for example tailored tees and skinny jeans ... so I think you are still in classic territory; perhaps "soft classic" might be a good tweak to your descriptor. Very pretty in any case! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-style-persona-wears-drape-and-unstructured-looks#post-1319038 Wed, 30 Jul 2014 16:19:24 +0000 Neel 1319038@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I think every persona can wear drapey tops and jackets depending on the structure. I would wear the drape front faux leather jacket in a heartbeat because it is drapey with a tough edge. I call my style sporty casual. </p> <p>Your finds however remind me of Deborah and I think I would call her style arty with edge (because of her footwear choices and edgy pixie). So it really depends on how you style them I guess along with your own personality. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-style-persona-wears-drape-and-unstructured-looks#post-1319026 Wed, 30 Jul 2014 16:12:52 +0000 Suja 1319026@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I have really fallen for drapey open cardigans at NAS as well as some tunic style EF pieces. My style is mostly tailored and classic so I'm wondering if my interest in these new looks is the start of a style shift, keeping up with trends or just a subliminal attempt to hide my baby weight which has been slow to come off.</p> <p>I've attached some Finds that describe the look I'm talking about. I like all these looks and would wear them to work but probably not on days where I have a lot of presentations or meetings.</p> <p>What are your thoughts and feelings on drape? Is it part of your style persona? </p>