https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wib---trying-out-something-completely-new-to-me Style Advice for Fashion Lovers en-US Wed, 29 Apr 2026 15:20:08 +0000 http://bbpress.org/?v=1.0.2 q https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/search.php https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wib---trying-out-something-completely-new-to-me/page/2#post-983889 Thu, 18 Jul 2013 15:50:12 +0000 Mona 983889@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Thanks everyone for your input!&nbsp;<br />MaryK, trying a waist length non-fitted top is a good idea.<br />Angie, I am keeping with a capital K :))</p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wib---trying-out-something-completely-new-to-me/page/2#post-983827 Thu, 18 Jul 2013 15:01:57 +0000 Thistle 983827@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>So glad you are keeping this!!&nbsp; Gorgeous skirt. Love how well it merges into your wardrobe, and you have such lovely options alreayd laid out!&nbsp; I feel like this is going to be a workhorse for you, especially in the heat of summer. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wib---trying-out-something-completely-new-to-me/page/2#post-983823 Thu, 18 Jul 2013 14:59:01 +0000 elpgal 983823@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Love all renditions but having a mental block for #4 as it reminds me of school uniform. The yellow top in the first pic is a great shade for you. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wib---trying-out-something-completely-new-to-me/page/2#post-983821 Thu, 18 Jul 2013 14:57:52 +0000 Carole 983821@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Love all the tucked versions and with the shorter jacket. You look extra fab in a full swishy skirt! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wib---trying-out-something-completely-new-to-me/page/2#post-983815 Thu, 18 Jul 2013 14:53:23 +0000 Angie 983815@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>KILLER skirt! I like all tucked renditions best. Such a fresh look. </p> <p>#3, #4 and #7 are my faves. I vote keep with a capital K. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wib---trying-out-something-completely-new-to-me/page/2#post-980067 Sun, 14 Jul 2013 17:05:03 +0000 MsMary 980067@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I love it tucked!&nbsp; It's so flattering and shows off your beautiful hourglass figure!</p> <p>You might also want to try it with a waist-length non-fitted top.&nbsp; And it would be fab with a short denim jeans-style jacket! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wib---trying-out-something-completely-new-to-me/page/2#post-979883 Sun, 14 Jul 2013 13:36:13 +0000 Jjsloane 979883@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Good for you trying something new. I love the skirt. I like it best here tucked and simple (2, 3, 7, 8 and 9).&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wib---trying-out-something-completely-new-to-me/page/2#post-979823 Sun, 14 Jul 2013 11:22:42 +0000 Mona 979823@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>OMG, Ornella! I am totally blown away by your beautiful comments and encouragement. Thank you so much for noticing little details about each outfit and making great suggestions. I can't express how big a confidence boost it is. I haven't worn this skirt outside my house yet but I am planning to wear it starting next week twice/thrice a week as summer will be over soon and every time I wear this skirt, I will be thinking about you.<br />I am deeply humbled that this is one of your favorite threads and it inspired you to try one of your clothing items.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wib---trying-out-something-completely-new-to-me#post-979810 Sun, 14 Jul 2013 08:31:59 +0000 Ornella 979810@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>So, back to this thread at last.&nbsp;I really wanted to look at the options in more detail after initially being smitten the whole idea of the full skirt on you.</p> </p> <p>I love how you've styled this skirt. LOVE. It has your name all over it.&nbsp;The only option that's slightly off to my eye is 6, but it's a great exercise just to see the proportions and learn from them, especially when compared with other outfits.</p> </p> <p>#1 - Heavenly. I love that this particular top is untucked over the skirt and it works because we can still see the waist. Beautiful detailing on the top. Also, excellent choice of footwear.</p> </p> <p>#2 - Another winner on all accounts - unmistakeable white button-down, white on white, and I think the discrete bangle adds a little bit of interest making the whole outfit more than just "I threw this on". I love the bangle+shoes matchy-matchiness.</p> </p> <p>#3 - Divine. You've mastered bookending, as simple as that. How wonderful to see the gradual transition from one outfit to another by changing very few details. Great choice of shoes this time and that jacket is beautifully tailored and works like it was made for this style of skirt.&nbsp;</p> </p> <p>#4 - It took me a bit to get used to this jacket length after the previous one which is more classic, feminine and instant winner. But, I figured out that this length and the hi-ness sneakers are match made in heaven. Amazing, educational transition to the outfit with completely different vibe. Wow!</p> </p> <p>#5 Such wonderful sandals. Great top. One word - chic.</p> </p> <p>#6 - Another great top and I'd just tuck it in. How about black shoes to bookend that pocket?</p> </p> <p>#7 - So soft and pretty. Wonderful example of how different style of the button-down creates different outfit.</p> </p> <p>#8 - Wow! I love the black shoes here!</p> </p> <p>#9 - Yes, I've died and gone to style heaven. End of story.</p> <p>Mona, you are gorgeous. You've nailed your style to perfection. This skirt was made for you, did I say that?&nbsp;Wear and enjoy - and post WIWs, so we can enjoy it as well.&nbsp;</p> </p> <p>I hope Angie will chime in soon She must see this.</p> </p> <p>p.s.</p> <p>I think this is one of my favorite YLF&nbsp;threads ever.&nbsp;And I am not exaggerating. Everything that I am on the forum&nbsp;for, style theory-wise, is here, in one place - great piece of clothing, styled perfectly with essentially very few support acts&nbsp;and with its full potential clearly shown. The bonus is that I can also&nbsp;relate to it because it's very much in tune with my style preferences and I have similar piece for which I just got endless extra inspiration, but my true joy comes from the fact of seeing such perfect match of the item and the wearer. Thank you for sharing.</p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wib---trying-out-something-completely-new-to-me#post-978363 Fri, 12 Jul 2013 16:41:43 +0000 hedgiehog 978363@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Mona, it may have been an impulse buy but I think it was a great find because you can pair it with so many different tops! The length is just right and it looks great on you. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wib---trying-out-something-completely-new-to-me#post-978356 Fri, 12 Jul 2013 16:35:54 +0000 Mona 978356@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Thank you everyone for the encouraging words. You are all too generous with your lovely comments.<br /> Joy, great observation about the blazer length. I will try it with my other blazer that is a little bit shorter than this.<br /> Jayne, it looks like the untucked shirts just don't work with this full pleated skirt. I would have loved to add a belt to this but the skirt has no belt loops.<br /> Ornella, this is why I love the full skirts as they are so feminine and I think that is a big part of my style.<br /> Lantana, it feels great to venture into something totally new as it gives us so much confidence to take small risks. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wib---trying-out-something-completely-new-to-me#post-978094 Fri, 12 Jul 2013 12:48:04 +0000 Anonymous 978094@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Really lovely! I&nbsp;like length and I like all the pics where you have tucked your tops. My faves are 2,3,5,7,8 and 9. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wib---trying-out-something-completely-new-to-me#post-978067 Fri, 12 Jul 2013 12:22:03 +0000 Lantana 978067@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Mona, I was immediately attracted by the title of your post- congratulations on having the pluck to try something new.<br /> And it works!<br /> This skirt is simply perfect for you. All looks work, tucked ones the best, of which #9 is my favourite. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wib---trying-out-something-completely-new-to-me#post-978003 Fri, 12 Jul 2013 08:13:10 +0000 Lyn D. 978003@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>FAB! Especially the tucked versions. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wib---trying-out-something-completely-new-to-me#post-977999 Fri, 12 Jul 2013 08:02:39 +0000 Hil 977999@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Mona - I love them! You look amazing! Please wear that skirt a lot!!! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wib---trying-out-something-completely-new-to-me#post-977994 Fri, 12 Jul 2013 07:14:54 +0000 Ornella 977994@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Only opened no.1 and know this works. Look at those legs! Does it make any sense to say you look even more beautiful in this skirt, as a whole... somehow, your femininity just exploded to my eye. Wow, wow!!!&nbsp;Will be back to study everything in detail later, I'm at the door,&nbsp;off to an appointment.</p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wib---trying-out-something-completely-new-to-me#post-977993 Fri, 12 Jul 2013 07:07:46 +0000 lyn67 977993@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Mona, pls keep. It's a great piece. I love all incarnations shown here. YLF my dear in all!+++ </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wib---trying-out-something-completely-new-to-me#post-977975 Fri, 12 Jul 2013 06:01:57 +0000 Eliza 977975@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>That skirt is a wonderful look for you. I love the wide waistband with your beautiful tucked tops. The definition of summer. YLF! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wib---trying-out-something-completely-new-to-me#post-977973 Fri, 12 Jul 2013 05:46:55 +0000 jayne 977973@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Mona, you look great in a skirt, so glad you are trying something new!&nbsp; I felt that all the looks worked except for 1 and 6.&nbsp; the tucking is lovely and so are the versions with blazer which would allow you to also use the skirt into fall.&nbsp; I loved the white on white version.&nbsp; Add a belt to that one! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wib---trying-out-something-completely-new-to-me#post-977946 Fri, 12 Jul 2013 04:41:36 +0000 Jules 977946@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>You've gotten lots of styling tips; I just want to say you have a lovely figure, and look so happy and beautiful in these pics! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wib---trying-out-something-completely-new-to-me#post-977835 Fri, 12 Jul 2013 02:25:59 +0000 Anonymous 977835@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>This skirt looks great on you. The length looks just right to me. I like the tops tucked best and your short denim jacket better than the longer blazer. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wib---trying-out-something-completely-new-to-me#post-977827 Fri, 12 Jul 2013 02:19:00 +0000 unfrumped 977827@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>It is a great length just as it is. Super look.for you tucked . You could also try banded bottom tops as in Angie' s post on similar full skirts, but your shirts- pastels and brights, also black &amp; white combo- are lovely. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wib---trying-out-something-completely-new-to-me#post-977821 Fri, 12 Jul 2013 02:09:29 +0000 Mona 977821@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Thanks for the boost, ladies! I am so excited about this skirt. I want to try more toppers and footwear with this. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wib---trying-out-something-completely-new-to-me#post-977778 Fri, 12 Jul 2013 01:38:05 +0000 crazyone 977778@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I think this skirt is wonderful on you, especially with the tucked tops! &nbsp;I think you should continue to wear flared skirts, including winter weight ones with tights and boots in the winter. &nbsp;I remember you said that you never wore skirts or dresses--I'm glad you've changed your mind on them!</p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wib---trying-out-something-completely-new-to-me#post-977769 Fri, 12 Jul 2013 01:31:34 +0000 Jaime 977769@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Agree completely that it is great on you and looks best with tucked tops! Wear a lot! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wib---trying-out-something-completely-new-to-me#post-977696 Fri, 12 Jul 2013 00:34:28 +0000 Suz 977696@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p><b>WOW!&nbsp;</b></p> <p><b>SO</b> pretty! I love this on you -- it is absolutely a new silhouette for you. But you must wear it often, because you have such pretty legs, and this is a wonderful shape on you. I love it with all the tucked tops, and think it is the perfect length.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wib---trying-out-something-completely-new-to-me#post-977626 Thu, 11 Jul 2013 23:17:35 +0000 celia 977626@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Mona, that is a beautiful skirt that looks lovely on you. I also prefer the tucked in versions . </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wib---trying-out-something-completely-new-to-me#post-977621 Thu, 11 Jul 2013 23:14:26 +0000 columbine(erin) 977621@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>The first top is a bit too long, but all the other tops look great with the skirt. The orange tops tucked in are so pretty on you. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wib---trying-out-something-completely-new-to-me#post-977611 Thu, 11 Jul 2013 23:08:26 +0000 Anonymous 977611@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>So pretty -- it looks lovely with a tucked shirt! Wow. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wib---trying-out-something-completely-new-to-me#post-977591 Thu, 11 Jul 2013 22:56:24 +0000 Cindy 977591@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>It looks lovely on you! I do prefer the tucked in tops rather than the hip length &nbsp;tops over the skirt. I think it would be cute with the blouses tied at the waist, too.&nbsp; </p>