https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/winter-dressy-clothes--what-to-wear Style Advice for Fashion Lovers en-US Sat, 04 Apr 2026 04:04:07 +0000 http://bbpress.org/?v=1.0.2 q https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/search.php https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/winter-dressy-clothes--what-to-wear/page/2#post-2328791 Mon, 03 Jul 2023 22:57:23 +0000 Sal 2328791@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Love the dress.&nbsp; I only have one sweater dress - but I do like it for cold dressy work days.&nbsp; Mine is black and I wish it was not haha! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/winter-dressy-clothes--what-to-wear/page/2#post-2328779 Mon, 03 Jul 2023 18:57:46 +0000 Suz 2328779@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Gorgeous dress! I hope it works!&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/winter-dressy-clothes--what-to-wear/page/2#post-2328766 Mon, 03 Jul 2023 16:32:36 +0000 Irina 2328766@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p><b>JP</b>, thanks! I admit that it might be too much embellishments for me but the idea of adding a metallic thread to a sweater is intriguing! Thanks! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/winter-dressy-clothes--what-to-wear/page/2#post-2328763 Mon, 03 Jul 2023 16:10:47 +0000 JP 2328763@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>That's a nice dress, beautiful color!<br /> I don't know your budget, but would an embellished sweater like this one from Kate Spade work for you? </p> <p><a href="https://tnuck.com/products/gray-melange-pearl-rhinestone-embellished-sweater?ranMID=45581&#038;ranEAID=J84DHJLQkR4&#038;ranSiteID=J84DHJLQkR4-bTYG6X7_yf5ju_JBbqQe_Q&#038;utm_offer=773020&#038;utm_medium=affiliate&#038;utm_source=rakuten&#038;utm_campaign=ShopStyle+%28US%29&#038;variant=43633185489118" rel="nofollow">https://tnuck.com/products/gra.....3185489118</a></p> <p>I don't know if you like to do creative things or not, but you could buy simple sweaters in luxe &amp; warm material and add your own rhinestones, pearls or even add metallic thread. You can add it to the bodice or along the sleeves and use pretty necklaces to make it more dressy. That's always my last resort when I can't find what I'm looking for or if it's out of my budget </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/winter-dressy-clothes--what-to-wear/page/2#post-2328760 Mon, 03 Jul 2023 15:27:10 +0000 Irina 2328760@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p><b>Lisa,&nbsp;</b>thanks! I hope it’s $56 well spent </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/winter-dressy-clothes--what-to-wear/page/2#post-2328756 Mon, 03 Jul 2023 14:38:33 +0000 LJP 2328756@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>That's a lovely dress, Irina. I bet it will become quite versatile in your closet! &nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/winter-dressy-clothes--what-to-wear/page/2#post-2328740 Mon, 03 Jul 2023 13:09:31 +0000 Irina 2328740@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p><b>ChristelJ, Star, kkards, lyn67,&nbsp;</b>thanks!<br />I used to wear maxi knitted dresses years ago and I do like this one. Sometimes it’s hard to break one’s own rule :)<br /><b>Hadilly,&nbsp;</b>I know the Style Bee and read her blog once in a while. I like her style and her outfits are lovely, too classic and feminine for me personally, though.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/winter-dressy-clothes--what-to-wear/page/2#post-2328734 Mon, 03 Jul 2023 12:13:58 +0000 lyn67 2328734@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>OMG, a very eye catching dressy ensemble---which I would have been eager too see you modelling before return---you tend to be too hard on yourself!- was it that bad the long blazer?? Ah, but the cobalt dress&nbsp; should be a win!</p> <p>We don't have really cold winters anymore and am a dress&amp;skirt girl (for dressy too) so cannot give you much inspo-thus&nbsp; love metallic thread knits, too.&nbsp;</p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/winter-dressy-clothes--what-to-wear/page/2#post-2328726 Mon, 03 Jul 2023 10:49:43 +0000 kkards 2328726@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Beautiful dress…cobalt and black are a classic combo, so I’m sure you can work with this color.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/winter-dressy-clothes--what-to-wear/page/2#post-2328723 Mon, 03 Jul 2023 07:40:02 +0000 Star (Lise) 2328723@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Love the cobalt dress.&nbsp; It will look very good with a black coat.&nbsp; I like your cream top too.&nbsp; You do Stylishly Casual so well. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/winter-dressy-clothes--what-to-wear/page/2#post-2328720 Mon, 03 Jul 2023 05:27:07 +0000 Hadilly 2328720@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Do you ever read Style Bee? She is a Canadian blogger who has done some nice breakdowns of winter dressing. Perhaps it will be helpful.&nbsp;<div><br /></div><div>Congrats on the new dress!</div> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/winter-dressy-clothes--what-to-wear/page/2#post-2328700 Sun, 02 Jul 2023 22:20:15 +0000 ChristelJ 2328700@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I have no ideas for winter dressy items because my climate is warmer, but I love the new cobalt merino dress!!! Absolutely gorgeous and I bet it will look great with the boots you mention and a black or other neutral coat and accessories. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/winter-dressy-clothes--what-to-wear/page/2#post-2328696 Sun, 02 Jul 2023 22:03:15 +0000 Irina 2328696@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p><b>LJP &amp; kkards,&nbsp;</b>thanks, I’ll check it out..<br /><b>Angie &amp; Bijou,&nbsp;</b>your collections of dressy winter clothes is so beautiful!<br /><b>Suz</b>, CM used to me one of my favorite stores but in the last couple of years I don’t find that many interesting to me things there. I check it anyway, also their shoes fit me nicely.&nbsp;</p> <div><b>RunCarla,&nbsp;</b>your coat is great! I remember how fab it looks on you. I do have a below the knee wool dressy coat but unsure how it would work with dresses.&nbsp;<br /></div><div>Speaking of dresses - I went to COS today and one of things I bought is a merino maxi dress in cobalt, breaking my own “no long warm dresses” rule. As far as bright colors go, cobalt looks good on me, I consider it a special occasion color in my wardrobe. The dress fits good, similar to how it fits a model, only longer by probably 6”. DH loves it on me. The price was amazing and low enough to take a risk (final sale). I can wear it with my high shaft boots or over black pants. Yet… I would feel much more comfortable if the dress was black. It would not be as dressy in black but easier to style with a black coat.&nbsp;</div><div>Zara store was so full that I turned around and left, Will have to go to pick up my order of pants another day.<br />I also tried COS velvet blazer (too oversized) and velvet pants but not a suit. Pants are definitely not for me.&nbsp;</div><div>The last picture is what I wore on this rainy day.&nbsp;</div><div><br /></div><div>Once again, thank you all! The search will go on.&nbsp;</div></p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/winter-dressy-clothes--what-to-wear/page/2#post-2328686 Sun, 02 Jul 2023 17:23:43 +0000 Carla 2328686@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I added a l-o-n-g wool coat to my closet&nbsp;<i>specifically&nbsp;</i>so I could wear dresses and skirts in winter! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/winter-dressy-clothes--what-to-wear/page/2#post-2328679 Sun, 02 Jul 2023 16:05:10 +0000 Suz 2328679@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I think it's not too early to plan, but way too early to <b>shop</b> for this type of thing. I mean, for the winter season.&nbsp;</p> <p>Unless you scout some high-end consignment shops for interesting, unique pieces like <b>Kkards</b> mentions. That would be a fun use of your time now.&nbsp;</p> <p>I second LJP's suggestion of checking Club Monaco when the season starts unrolling. Ditto your beloved Cos, and Massimo Dutti. Club Monaco often has items in higher quality fabrications with an interesting (though subtle) cut. They tend toward neutrals. Some of the blouses may be too thin but a lot of their knits are a bit different from whatever else is out there, though it is not always obvious just from the stock photo.&nbsp;</p> <p>I have a metallic CM sweater from years ago that I layer over different tops.&nbsp;</p> <p>I feel confident your metallic sweater will be out there, this year. There are so many more metallics for spring than is typical.&nbsp;</p> <p> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/winter-dressy-clothes--what-to-wear#post-2328678 Sun, 02 Jul 2023 15:55:49 +0000 Angie 2328678@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>CORRECTION!&nbsp;</p> <p>I <b>do</b> wear my tulle skirt with dressy knitwear and thermals in Winter. This was a holiday outfit last year. Piled on the pearls too: </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/winter-dressy-clothes--what-to-wear#post-2328673 Sun, 02 Jul 2023 15:33:43 +0000 Bijou 2328673@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>A knit dress and velvet coat are my go to items for dressy winter warmth. I also jazz up my black woollen coat with my pearl belt. My metallic blouse is a good item to wear with a base heatec layer and black pants with either coat. I hate being cold too. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/winter-dressy-clothes--what-to-wear#post-2328672 Sun, 02 Jul 2023 15:29:27 +0000 Angie 2328672@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I hate feeing cold, and need to stay warm all the time! For dressy Winter, I wear: </p> <ul> <li>dressy pant suits</li> <li>dressy knitwear</li> <li>dressy trousers&nbsp;</li> <li>dressy coats</li> <li>dressy boots</li> <li>thermals&nbsp;</li> </ul> <p>No dresses and skirts! No shirts, blouses, or knitted tops either.&nbsp;</p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/winter-dressy-clothes--what-to-wear#post-2328664 Sun, 02 Jul 2023 14:29:10 +0000 kkards 2328664@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Irina, maybe Vestiaire Collective?&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/winter-dressy-clothes--what-to-wear#post-2328663 Sun, 02 Jul 2023 14:28:15 +0000 LJP 2328663@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Are you into the menswear vests that are hot right now ? A velvet or tweed one would add a layer of warmth - obviously over a blouse or thinner knit . </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/winter-dressy-clothes--what-to-wear#post-2328661 Sun, 02 Jul 2023 14:12:46 +0000 Irina 2328661@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p><b>Kkards,&nbsp;</b>these are exactly kind of items I’m looking for, maybe not a leather jacket, I consider it only as an outwear. But where to find it? I have 0 experience with ordering pre-loved online. Sadly, TRR is not an option. I have trust issues with other sites :)<br /><b>cat2</b>, thanks, maybe sequins is a bit too much for a poor minimal me :)</p> <p>Here is my tiny collection of tops for an evening out. I spare you of looking at my uninspired black wool pants, culottes and jeans. I wear these pieces also to work and other places.&nbsp;<div>A merino dress, thin wool blazer, cashmere sweaters.&nbsp;</div> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/winter-dressy-clothes--what-to-wear#post-2328659 Sun, 02 Jul 2023 13:57:41 +0000 cat2 2328659@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I can’t do links, but &amp; Other Stories has what they call a Floral Sequin Knit sweater. It sounds dreadful from the name but is nice and modern. Maybe try searching for merino wool and sequins? </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/winter-dressy-clothes--what-to-wear#post-2328658 Sun, 02 Jul 2023 13:56:07 +0000 kkards 2328658@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>More ideas to get you thinking. &nbsp;A couple of years ago I went to a dinner where they where honoring alumni, so a mix of ages from college students to 80YO, and a mix of backgrounds, plus it was 2021 just after lockdown, so was perplexed as to what to wear. &nbsp; Found the silk embroidered bomber on the RealReal. &nbsp;With a pair of wide leg navy pants it hit that right spot of dressy but not overly so, and depending on the weather I can layer a tank, Heattech or thin wool sweater under. &nbsp; And it’s kind of timeless, so I can see this being something I’ll still pull out 10 years from now. &nbsp;Not saying you will find the same, but suggesting that you think outside of the box. &nbsp;Same with the taffeta jcrew lady jacket, it dresses up or down. &nbsp;Be use of the fabric of both of these they tend to be warmer and be use of the fit can both be layered under. &nbsp;They leather jacket is definitely an indoor blazer alternative and also can work dressed up, but it’s much more edgy so might not be what your looking for. &nbsp;And finally I love velvet, I have a velvet blazer and an oversized blouse (not in my finds), that dress up or down.&nbsp;<br />this is definitely a category that I would shop pre loved. &nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/winter-dressy-clothes--what-to-wear#post-2328655 Sun, 02 Jul 2023 13:28:07 +0000 Irina 2328655@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p><div><b>Thank you for all your suggestions!</b></div><b><div><b><br /></b></div>Jaime &amp; Olive Green,&nbsp;</b>yes to a sweater dress. I have a black, merino dress that I wear over black pants. Every winter I look for more but find that they look too casual, just like a long sweater. I’m looking for something more refined.&nbsp;<br /><div><b>Janet, Jenni NZ &amp; The Cat</b>, I do have Heattech and thin merino t-shirts but it’s too cold to wear a thin top like a blouse even with an under layer.&nbsp;<br /></div><div><b>RunCarla &amp; Minaminu, </b>a suit sounds lovely but blazers would require me to spend $$$ on alterations, something that I’d rather avoid for an occasional clothes. I’m keeping an eye out for velvet pants but tops are more important since I can also wear them with wool pants and black jeans I already have.&nbsp;<br /></div><div><b>Brooklyn,&nbsp;</b>I’ve been looking for a metallic knit for a while but can’t find anything in my colors and in my size. I looked at Zara but all their metallic knits are so thin! Also, some of them are fitted, the cut I don’t wear. I was hoping to see the last year inventory on sale this summer but there is nothing. Will have to wait for the winter season.&nbsp;</div><div>Here is the challenge with velvet- good quality velvet is always available in suiting or evening dresses but tops and separates are made of thin, cheap fabrics.&nbsp;<br /></div><div><br /></div><div>It seems that you all have ideas very similar to mine for this kind of occasional dressing.&nbsp;</div><div>I will report on Zara pants fit.&nbsp;</div><div>If any of you come across a metallic knit, please let me know, I’d appreciate that.&nbsp;</div> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/winter-dressy-clothes--what-to-wear#post-2328647 Sun, 02 Jul 2023 10:41:22 +0000 Olive Green 2328647@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p><b></b>Irina, maybe a mini sweater dress over pants? Like a tunic. I also love the suggestion of a bit of sparkle in a knit.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/winter-dressy-clothes--what-to-wear#post-2328643 Sun, 02 Jul 2023 09:17:25 +0000 The Cat 2328643@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>(Haven't read all the comments, so please forgive me if I am repeating a tip from other fabbers:) Wearing a long-sleeved undershirt in thin wool might make it possible for you to wear a thin long-sleeved top. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/winter-dressy-clothes--what-to-wear#post-2328642 Sun, 02 Jul 2023 08:19:25 +0000 Minaminu 2328642@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Agree with Runcarla on a velvet suit ! Maybe it is too soon now to start looking, hopefully in the coming weeks there will be more offerings. I think Boden, M&amp;S, Poetry, Arket, Cos had some velvet suits last year and I am hoping for the same this autumn as it would be a great addition! Appreciate that you prefer oversized shapes, maybe a tailored velvet trousers suit would be an interesting alternative?</p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/winter-dressy-clothes--what-to-wear#post-2328635 Sun, 02 Jul 2023 05:37:58 +0000 Brooklyn 2328635@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I would go for a metallic knit. Lots of metallic knits are around here this winter, so I’m sure some options will appear for you soon. It might be a bit early there yet? </p> <p>Also velvet? Velvet top, jacket, coat, pants. You name it. All velvet is good </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/winter-dressy-clothes--what-to-wear#post-2328620 Sun, 02 Jul 2023 04:11:27 +0000 Carla 2328620@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Maybe a velvet suit?…or pants if your don’t do blazers.</p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/winter-dressy-clothes--what-to-wear#post-2328619 Sun, 02 Jul 2023 04:03:29 +0000 Jenni NZ 2328619@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Good point Janet, I do that too. I layer thermals or thin merino underneath outer layers like a pretty blouse or thinner fabric pants. </p>