https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/whats-your-surprising-summer-mvp Style Advice for Fashion Lovers en-US Thu, 23 Apr 2026 15:00:45 +0000 http://bbpress.org/?v=1.0.2 q https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/search.php https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/whats-your-surprising-summer-mvp/page/2#post-1819330 Wed, 28 Jun 2017 12:46:19 +0000 Staysfit 1819330@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Nice blouse Suz! My MVP is a newish DVF wrap dress. It seems to work well for travel and for the strange weather we have had so far this summer. It can be worn with pants or with a cotton tank dress underneath. It has the most repeat wears so far of anything in my wardrobe.</p> <p>Here is a link for it since I don't have a pic in my finds. </p> <p><a href="http://www.dvf.com/new-julian-short-sleeve-wrap-dress/10106DVF.html?dwvar_10106DVF_size=14&#038;dwvar_10106DVF_color=DARHB&#038;bcid=dresses-wrap-shop" rel="nofollow">http://www.dvf.com/new-julian-.....-wrap-shop</a></p> <p>A close second is this linen blend dress by Karen Kane. I wear this one with pants also, although it is long enough to wear on it's own. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/whats-your-surprising-summer-mvp/page/2#post-1819209 Wed, 28 Jun 2017 00:35:56 +0000 Carole 1819209@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Oh, Im in love with that blouse, Suz! I can see why it's an MVP! </p> <p>I don't know how to answer the question because it seems like summer just start d around here and I'm at a loss but I love reading absolutely it everyone else's favorites! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/whats-your-surprising-summer-mvp/page/2#post-1819198 Tue, 27 Jun 2017 23:42:00 +0000 cindysmith 1819198@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>My drop crotch cut-off-sweatpants shorts from H&amp;M divided grey line. I bought them because they have a very gothic street ninja vibe to them &amp; I wanted to try the trend. They have become heavy hitters in my summer rotation because they're long enough for my taste, the drop crotch keeps me from having a bunch of sweaty fabric bunching up in my crotch (sorry for the mental image that probably gives), and they're black so they don't show fruit stains at work. They're mostly cotton, so they breathe well. They're h&amp;m divided grey, which means they're a bit worn looking (I do love me some post-apocalyptic chic LOL), which means that any small damage I do to them kind of looks intentional or just blends in. For h&amp;m clothing, they've held up surprisingly well to some major abuse in the laundry cycle when I've needed to get them washed and dried quickly.</p> <p>My doo.ri tank top (find) was such a workhorse that I wore it to death--faded, small holes... I got lucky and found a replacement in the same size and color at yoox and snagged it up so I could put it into rotation this summer. It's currently being held in reserve because it's not yet hot enough for me to break out my tank tops yet for anything but yard work (I try and save that for July-september when it's stupid hot in excess of 100F).</p> <p>And lastly, my black Naya sandals (find). So easy--just poke my foot in and go. Arch support like whoa! I would never have expected to like them as much as I do, and they were worth every moment I spent searching for some weird sandals to buy because I didn't want a flip-flop or gladiator or anything, I wanted something a bit different and these reminded me a bit of UnaUna's 'fin' miles from last year that sold out before I could snag a pair. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/whats-your-surprising-summer-mvp/page/2#post-1819163 Tue, 27 Jun 2017 21:13:19 +0000 Lisa 1819163@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>What a fun and versatile top! &nbsp;For me it would be white jeans. &nbsp;I sport mine as much as I can because they dress up and down so easily in the summer months. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/whats-your-surprising-summer-mvp/page/2#post-1819095 Tue, 27 Jun 2017 17:02:25 +0000 Angie 1819095@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Good strategy. Some things simply look best in very specific colours and patterns.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/whats-your-surprising-summer-mvp/page/2#post-1819094 Tue, 27 Jun 2017 16:56:19 +0000 Greyscale 1819094@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Suz, I think you're right that the batwing or dolman tops work particularly well on our wider shoulders and slight frames. Shoulder fit is often hard on me but that style always drapes well. I also need generous sleeves for my upper arms. Definitely my go-to silhouette. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/whats-your-surprising-summer-mvp/page/2#post-1818971 Tue, 27 Jun 2017 02:01:51 +0000 Dana 1818971@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Suz,&nbsp;</p> <p>You are crazy cute in every one of those outfits!! Plus you have an adorable hair cut and smile!&nbsp;</p> <p>I haven't had them very long yet and haven't styled them with more than 1 top, but I am in LOVE with cropped, black joggers from White House Black Market! I am so late to the Athleisure party, and I'd resisted the joggers b/c I can't wear heels well, except lately it's been easier (heels.) I tried the joggers on for the heck of it, and now you can barely get them off of me!&nbsp;</p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/whats-your-surprising-summer-mvp/page/2#post-1818875 Mon, 26 Jun 2017 19:16:05 +0000 Glory 1818875@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Ha first I wanted to see my fleece topper because it feels like we have barely had a warm day!<br />However it is a pair of black stretch capris purchased at costco two summers ago. I have been stuck in athletic wear since my ACL surgery 8 weeks ago! Who could have known all this black stretchy wear would come in so handy. LOL </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/whats-your-surprising-summer-mvp/page/2#post-1818855 Mon, 26 Jun 2017 17:57:41 +0000 JuniperGreen 1818855@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Definitely my white jeans - a Loft purchase I bought at the end of last season. &nbsp;I was too timid to wear them last year (don't know why!) but they are a twice weekly staple now.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/whats-your-surprising-summer-mvp/page/2#post-1818820 Mon, 26 Jun 2017 16:19:48 +0000 texstyle 1818820@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I have so many MVPs for summer, it's hard to choose but I'd have to say my Everlane cotton v-neck tees and Madewell Whisper Cotton tees have been going strong for the past couple of years. They wear well, wash well and work for summers when sometimes I am known to go through three different ones in a single day!&nbsp; I own multiples in navy and white. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/whats-your-surprising-summer-mvp/page/2#post-1818813 Mon, 26 Jun 2017 16:06:20 +0000 Christina F. 1818813@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I tried these on a whim, and they fit like short culottes (so they look a bit like a skirt). I didn't expect to love them, but I did. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/whats-your-surprising-summer-mvp/page/2#post-1818809 Mon, 26 Jun 2017 15:58:39 +0000 Suz 1818809@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p><b>Angie</b>, good question. The answer is no. I might wear a solid colour blouse in this same shape or one with a different pattern, but I would't want another gingham. The blue and white is what makes it so versatile for me, plus I tend to prefer gingham in blue or black and white (and sometimes pink or purple).&nbsp;</p> <p><b>LisaP</b>, thank you -- those are great dresses. I will be on the lookout!&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/whats-your-surprising-summer-mvp/page/2#post-1818801 Mon, 26 Jun 2017 15:14:21 +0000 Angie 1818801@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I LOVE that gingham blouse on you, Suz. Gorgeous in every way. How wonderful when a wardrobe item can surprise us like that. Do you wish you had it in other colours?&nbsp;</p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/whats-your-surprising-summer-mvp/page/2#post-1818798 Mon, 26 Jun 2017 15:08:07 +0000 Anonymous 1818798@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Suz - I have one new one this summer - find below, which is tencel , yes. &nbsp;The others are all from BR,UO, &nbsp;or Joe Fresh, believe it or not, and aren't new. &nbsp; &nbsp;Joe Fresh always seems to have an easy denim dress in their summer stock, and for $40 or $50 - such an easy buy. &nbsp;The last JF dress was tencel too, now that I think about it. Cap cuffed sleeves, shirt dress style, and I cut the belt loops off and wear it straight. &nbsp;The other find is one from UO - actually I &nbsp;think I'll wear that one today ! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/whats-your-surprising-summer-mvp/page/2#post-1818795 Mon, 26 Jun 2017 14:52:23 +0000 Suz 1818795@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>OOoh. <b>Lisa,</b> do you have finds or links for some of your dresses? I know I have seen a few of them on you and love them. I think it's something I really need to add to my closet in a dark wash. I have a light chambray shirtdress and it has been a staple the last three summers, but I find that the light chambray is not as flattering to me as a darker wash is now and I would like an upgrade. Do your dresses have tencel in them, too? That would help with drape... </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/whats-your-surprising-summer-mvp/page/2#post-1818792 Mon, 26 Jun 2017 14:44:44 +0000 Anonymous 1818792@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Coming back to add my answer here : &nbsp;a denim dress. &nbsp;I have 4 different ones - differing weights, shades, shapes, and they are the answer to quick hot weather dressing . &nbsp;I NEVER feel underdressed for work in one, it goes straight from work to cocktails with a friend, it is always comfortable and never requires fussing, and covers all assorted and unwanted body transformations. &nbsp;One or two pieces of statement jewellery (needed to offset the visual weight of denim) , some heeled sandals, and I'm done. &nbsp;And the best part? I do not see myself coming and going with every woman around me wearing one ........which is odd.....;) &nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/whats-your-surprising-summer-mvp/page/2#post-1818790 Mon, 26 Jun 2017 14:44:11 +0000 Suz 1818790@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p><b>Column</b>, what a great analysis! We should start a separate thread for that. I know we've discussed it over the years but I still find myself endlessly surprised at what pieces end up being winners. This helps.&nbsp;</p> <p><b>Penny</b>, that dress looks really versatile!</p> <p><b>Sisi,</b> I think cardigans can often become MVPs because they are a "third piece" for outfits and also help us deal with air conditioning or cool breezes and can be easily stuffed in a bag, unlike a jacket.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/whats-your-surprising-summer-mvp/page/2#post-1818787 Mon, 26 Jun 2017 14:34:06 +0000 Column 1818787@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Love the shirt and your styling, Suz. On the how to predict question:</p> <p>Pattern: I think a piece is more versatile when it picks up more than one color (unless we intentionally want to cut ourselves in half, which some people can do!)</p> <p>Color: I think it helps when the colors in the pattern are our staples, and we know we have several coordinating pieces (in your case, bottoms) that go with (in your case, navy and white)</p> <p>Vertical Proportion: The shorter length is a clue for us short-legged gals that our vertical proportion will be right</p> <p>Horizontal Proportion: Checks and strips on top are clues to help balance us curvy-bottomed gals </p> <p>Fabric/cut: Not my expertise, except to say that I pick washable fabrics.</p> <p>For dresses, I take notes from Penny, above: If it's a solid color, wide or V-neckline, sheath silhouette with tapered skirt or flare bottom that collapses back on the body--or straight shift (not flared)-- I know it's a good candidate. </p> <p>My pieces that meet the above descriptions are MVPs! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/whats-your-surprising-summer-mvp/page/2#post-1818773 Mon, 26 Jun 2017 13:08:55 +0000 Penny 1818773@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>This simple navy jersey dress has been a staple on weekends - I've worn it to cookouts, on strolls, to brunches, and just about everywhere. Classic, elegant, and easily styled with dressy or casual accessories. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/whats-your-surprising-summer-mvp/page/2#post-1818769 Mon, 26 Jun 2017 12:59:22 +0000 Sisi 1818769@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>No wonder that blouse is an MVP as you call it: it has a lot of precious qualities and you look fab in it ! </p> <p>Some years ago&nbsp;I bought a cobalt gauzy cardi&nbsp; without being particularly&nbsp; enthusiastic about&nbsp;it, I just thought "This thingie could be useful in some way".&nbsp; Well, much to my suprise it became one of my best workhorses ever. Nice color, right weight, looked casual/chic, went with everything, could be worn ironed or wrinkled and often received compliments. </p> <p>You pose an interesting question Suz,&nbsp;how can we identify these precious pieces&nbsp;at the moment of the purchase? I have not found the solution&nbsp;yet. I have often thought to dedicate a post to this question. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/whats-your-surprising-summer-mvp#post-1818768 Mon, 26 Jun 2017 12:39:01 +0000 Suz 1818768@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p><b>Elizabeth,</b> I know -- the weather!&nbsp;</p> <p><b>Isabel,</b> thank you. You are right I don't often wear Vs. I love them, though. The thing is -- like Angie (and maybe you, too?) I have to ensure they are moderate Vs -- narrow (as this one is, since it's essentially a shirt style without the collar, fitted enough on the shoulder, or not too wide and deep. Otherwise they shift around too much or I can't "fill them out." It's a shame, because I agree with you that the V shape is very flattering to me. It's one reason I like shirt collars -- the shirt can be opened to a narrow V.&nbsp;</p> <p><b>Lindalu</b>, I could have also posted my Fitflops -- similar to Birkenstocks. I bought them last year to help me deal with plantar fasciitis and now wear them every day for months at a time.&nbsp;</p> <p><b>Bijou</b>, those booties look amazing on you. And I am chuckling...my own white booties got exactly 3 wears last season!! Silly me. It is not that I don't like them -- I <b>love</b> them! But our climate gives them such a short season. When will I learn?&nbsp;</p> <p><b>Greyscale</b>, you and I have a thing for batwings. I wonder why? Are they especially flattering for a wider shoulder/ smaller busted frame? Or perhaps it is the comfort? I don't know, but I do know I love them on you! Smart purchase.&nbsp;</p> <p><b>JAileen</b>, there you go, proving the value of a printed bag yet again! It probably works because it's practical, not too big, adds interest to your outfit, and feels lightweight.&nbsp;</p> <p><b>Ledonna</b>, those overalls look fab on you. And they provide a canvas for anything you can add. Great look.&nbsp;</p> <p><b>Shevia</b>, thanks -- and those items sound very "you." Re slides...I am always sliding out of them, but I love the look...</p> <p><b>Smittie</b>, I know!! Trench weather right into summer, who'd have thought it...and the. rain!!!&nbsp;</p> <p><b>Sally,</b> you look fantastic in those shorts! Love them. I do love a printed bottom.&nbsp;</p> <p> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/whats-your-surprising-summer-mvp#post-1818759 Mon, 26 Jun 2017 11:24:34 +0000 Elizabeth P 1818759@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Not even close to knowing what I'll be gravitating towards this summer...&nbsp; :(.&nbsp; I'll respond in a month.</p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/whats-your-surprising-summer-mvp#post-1818756 Mon, 26 Jun 2017 11:23:49 +0000 skylurker 1818756@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I only wish I could predict which items would prove really useful.<br /> You look great in the blouse. You don't often wear v-necks, do you? But this v-neck looks real good on you. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/whats-your-surprising-summer-mvp#post-1818752 Mon, 26 Jun 2017 11:14:08 +0000 lindalu 1818752@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>My unexpected MVP is a pair of Birkenstocks!&nbsp; I had always shied away from the brand for some reason... I guess I thought they looked clunky on the foot.&nbsp; Anyway, after watching a Birkenstock segment on the shopping channel and seeing all the lovely styles and colours, I decided to try a pair.&nbsp; I bought a pair of the Gizeh-style in metallic&nbsp;bronze.&nbsp; They are fabulous and I wear them everywhere!&nbsp; They seem to go with everything and are so comfortable!&nbsp; Picked them up at a shoe store in the mall.&nbsp; Highly recommend.&nbsp; </p> <p> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/whats-your-surprising-summer-mvp#post-1818731 Mon, 26 Jun 2017 08:08:49 +0000 Bijou 1818731@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>My MVP is my white boots. Bought on a whim, having seen how great Angie's were and they seemed to give an instant refresh to everything that I wear them with. I wear them with jeans, dresses and skirts and am pretty sure that they would be cute with shorts too. Because I live in a temperate climate, they work year round too. The crazy thing is I was hesitating on buying them at the time being unsure whether I could make them work!</p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/whats-your-surprising-summer-mvp#post-1818721 Mon, 26 Jun 2017 06:21:49 +0000 Greyscale 1818721@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>It's not exactly a surprise, but the cotton cardigan I bought from the Gap last month has been in constant use. It turns out it goes with almost everything I wear and is the perfect weight for my freezing office. I knew I needed to fill that niche, but I wasn't sure this cardigan would be The One. It is, and I'm considering duplicating. (Someone did mention that hers pilled and got fuzz on her shirts, so caveat emptor.) </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/whats-your-surprising-summer-mvp#post-1818714 Mon, 26 Jun 2017 05:02:40 +0000 JAileen 1818714@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>My mvp has been this ultra light backpack from REI. I bought it this spring on impulse, and use it all the time. It was terrific on our drive to Minnesota, I use it when I walk the dogs, and I used it this weekend when we went to Pt Reyes Nat'l Seashore. We walked down to the lighthouse and back up all 308 steps. While I needed a warm jacket going down because of the cold and fog, I didn't need it going back up and just stuffed it in the backpack, so I didn't have to carry it. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/whats-your-surprising-summer-mvp#post-1818712 Mon, 26 Jun 2017 04:45:34 +0000 Ledonna N. 1818712@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Loved the responses and topic. My most mvp. These denim Drop crotch overalls. I've had then for 3 years and I Love them. They were Fashioner just for me. They have seen me through pregancy and are a fash breeze. I love them </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/whats-your-surprising-summer-mvp#post-1818692 Mon, 26 Jun 2017 02:58:26 +0000 Jaime 1818692@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Interesting question! First of all I love that top on you - and it couldn't be more trendy right now! I think a pair of khaki green Current/Eliot aviator pants from a few years ago but newly acquired by me and a pair of Shoemaker (Israeli brand) slides are getting the most wear so far. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/whats-your-surprising-summer-mvp#post-1818685 Mon, 26 Jun 2017 01:53:47 +0000 Anonymous 1818685@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I am so impressed with *merwoman's* ted baker bag. </p> <p>Suz, you look Marvy in your gingham. I would love some sort of small check like that.</p> <p>My surprising MVP has been my trench coat. I wear it at least twice a week. </p>