https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw%e2%80%a6experiment-in-minimalism Style Advice for Fashion Lovers en-US Fri, 24 Apr 2026 19:43:20 +0000 http://bbpress.org/?v=1.0.2 q https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/search.php https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw%e2%80%a6experiment-in-minimalism/page/2#post-2275337 Tue, 02 Aug 2022 13:43:46 +0000 Kim M 2275337@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Wow, you have done such a fab job.&nbsp; I see what you mean about a 3rd piece, but still.&nbsp;&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw%e2%80%a6experiment-in-minimalism/page/2#post-2275333 Tue, 02 Aug 2022 13:05:21 +0000 cat2 2275333@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I think the two piece blogger outfits usually have one piece that stands out. An oversized shirt, pants with volume, something. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw%e2%80%a6experiment-in-minimalism/page/2#post-2275119 Mon, 01 Aug 2022 15:10:06 +0000 Laurie 2275119@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Amazing how such simple outfits can be so impactful. I especially like #1 and #5.&nbsp; You look trim, crisp, elegant, casual! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw%e2%80%a6experiment-in-minimalism/page/2#post-2275109 Mon, 01 Aug 2022 13:49:49 +0000 Anonymous 2275109@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>&nbsp;Aflac, you have inspired me to make August a minimal month. Today I am wearing black and white print wide caprices with a white top and black crochet topper for making cards with friends and playing with grandkids. &nbsp;I will pull out the black hot weather things and wear them now into fall. &nbsp;The navy gets cleaned and stored. &nbsp;In September I will gradually add more fall colors in summer weights and move to more browns as neutrals. &nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw%e2%80%a6experiment-in-minimalism/page/2#post-2275099 Mon, 01 Aug 2022 12:20:24 +0000 RobinF 2275099@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>More admiration for these, especially 1 and 5. I think you could wear them all the time and look fab, but I understand the boredom. I also agree that a third piece makes the minimalism less simple. Easier for me than jewelry since I am very minimal with jewelry.</p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw%e2%80%a6experiment-in-minimalism/page/2#post-2274985 Sun, 31 Jul 2022 21:00:42 +0000 Anonymous 2274985@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I don't think a 3rd piece is always needed (being from a climate that a 3rd piece is too hot most of the year). I do agree though that having texture, interesting shape, or some interesting detail makes a big difference in looking intentional. I like #5 most too on you. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw%e2%80%a6experiment-in-minimalism/page/2#post-2274939 Sun, 31 Jul 2022 16:21:44 +0000 kellygirl 2274939@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>These all look great but I especially like #5. You have impeccable style and I can appreciate where you're going here. I agree with Lisa that the fit and proportions are perfect and have a lot to do with why these work! I am taking notes! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw%e2%80%a6experiment-in-minimalism/page/2#post-2274931 Sun, 31 Jul 2022 14:19:24 +0000 UmmLila (Lisa) 2274931@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>That TZR article you referenced had some interesting perspectives. I am thinking that achieving this look is not so much high-low, as it is having really good textures or shapes. That's why the crisp structure of the while top is working so well in your last photo. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw%e2%80%a6experiment-in-minimalism/page/2#post-2274927 Sun, 31 Jul 2022 12:43:23 +0000 Synne 2274927@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Very pretty outfits! French vibe to my eye. Beautifully understated. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw%e2%80%a6experiment-in-minimalism/page/2#post-2274916 Sun, 31 Jul 2022 10:52:10 +0000 Jaime 2274916@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Vildy is right - your hair is the only pop you need. Especially like the first and last outfit but these all work for me. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw%e2%80%a6experiment-in-minimalism/page/2#post-2274884 Sat, 30 Jul 2022 23:37:43 +0000 Chiara 2274884@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I like them all- but particularly like 5. The structure of the shirt, extra drama added by the popped collar and your hair’s natural texture elevated this outfit for me. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw%e2%80%a6experiment-in-minimalism#post-2274795 Sat, 30 Jul 2022 13:49:31 +0000 kkards 2274795@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Well done. I love them all except the black and black outfit (#2), i think maybe it that one had the tee tucked, I’d like it more, I’d love it if it had a white belt Tying the shoes and the outfit together.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw%e2%80%a6experiment-in-minimalism#post-2274784 Sat, 30 Jul 2022 12:25:30 +0000 Aquamarine 2274784@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Nice slate of outfits. You do it well. I default to black and white in the summer when I’m tired and need easy, fallback combos. You know, not a lot of effort but bang for your buck. Works for my coloring plus I do like the simple, classic elegance of these kinds of outfits and don’t really think they need a third piece to make them shine, personally. Maybe just a bracelet or a colorful bag.</p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw%e2%80%a6experiment-in-minimalism#post-2274780 Sat, 30 Jul 2022 12:06:17 +0000 Brooklyn 2274780@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>You do this look well. 1 and 5 are my faves.</p> <p>I agree with LJP that I think this look works best when the separates are crisp, clean, good quality, good fit and in good shape. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw%e2%80%a6experiment-in-minimalism#post-2274758 Sat, 30 Jul 2022 07:02:03 +0000 rachylou 2274758@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I really like you, Carla, in informal black and white; it surprises me a little bit. 2 is my favourite. I find it very sophisticated. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw%e2%80%a6experiment-in-minimalism#post-2274752 Sat, 30 Jul 2022 03:14:07 +0000 nemosmom 2274752@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Oh I love these all! A third piece like fun sunnies would be great, but really these are perfect for summer!</p> <p>What about adding a couple of monochrome looks, too?? Maybe even contrast with the shoe? </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw%e2%80%a6experiment-in-minimalism#post-2274738 Sat, 30 Jul 2022 01:13:52 +0000 Sal 2274738@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Fun experiment. My favourites are 1 2 4- love the shorts looks.</p> <p>Sunglasses or hats are my way of creating something extra in summer, but I tend to think these outfits don’t need anything extra- they are lovely simple looks. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw%e2%80%a6experiment-in-minimalism#post-2274735 Sat, 30 Jul 2022 00:07:09 +0000 Carla 2274735@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>@ Suz - absolutely! &nbsp;I actually consider myself a&nbsp;<i>colourful&nbsp;</i>minimalist - if there can be such a thing. (Modest closet, simple outfits, but <i>not&nbsp;</i>an absence of colour!)&nbsp; I was chomping at the bit to mix in some colour, especially when a new orange t-shirt arrived mid week </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw%e2%80%a6experiment-in-minimalism#post-2274733 Fri, 29 Jul 2022 23:26:56 +0000 Suz 2274733@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Another vote for #5 and nodding with Vildy that your hair adds the extra! But I wonder -- would you get tired of this over time? (I know it was a week long challenge, but curious if you started to get restive even in that time frame.)&nbsp;</p> <p> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw%e2%80%a6experiment-in-minimalism#post-2274711 Fri, 29 Jul 2022 21:38:59 +0000 Irina 2274711@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Love these, Carla!<br />As a true summer lover, I’m not into 3rd pieces to complete outfits. Minimalism is just that - one has to embrace the simplicity and understatement. Yes to jewelry, my choice would be gold to work with your hair, something like layered short necklaces or pearls if you like them.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw%e2%80%a6experiment-in-minimalism#post-2274706 Fri, 29 Jul 2022 21:04:21 +0000 Anonymous 2274706@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Great minds think alike </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw%e2%80%a6experiment-in-minimalism#post-2274699 Fri, 29 Jul 2022 20:49:55 +0000 Carla 2274699@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>@ Nikki - I actually have the photo below pinned to an inspo board! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw%e2%80%a6experiment-in-minimalism#post-2274695 Fri, 29 Jul 2022 20:36:02 +0000 Carla 2274695@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>@ LJP - thanks! and so right about the third piece. In cooler weather I would wear a topper or coat, and possibly a hat. &nbsp;I saw a young woman in a skirt, t-shirt, and sandals, and she was wearing a fisherman’s cap. &nbsp;It was quite a cute look, but my fisherman’s cap is wool! &nbsp;Not cute at 30degC!</p> <p>@ Cardiff girl - good point about texture/garment details. &nbsp;Elevated basics. &nbsp;I do see a lot of layered jewellery for interest with otherwise ‘plain’ outfits. &nbsp;Good sunnies would be cool, too. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw%e2%80%a6experiment-in-minimalism#post-2274694 Fri, 29 Jul 2022 20:34:53 +0000 Mirjana 2274694@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Great outfits, love the best #1 and #5. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw%e2%80%a6experiment-in-minimalism#post-2274690 Fri, 29 Jul 2022 20:19:03 +0000 LJP 2274690@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I like all of these . Very classic, and elegant . I know what you mean about the lack of that third piece that usually makes an outfit and in summer how hard that is to resolve . My answer is usually jewellery , which I know you don’t wear . I think that you’re achieving the outfit look because your pieces are wrinkle free , expertly fitted and of good quality . They stand up for themselves in this case . </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw%e2%80%a6experiment-in-minimalism#post-2274688 Fri, 29 Jul 2022 20:08:18 +0000 Stagiaire Fash 2274688@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I like it! Also like Sarah’s idea of trying some juxtaposition/contrast. Perhaps texture would be an interesting one. As for a third piece, I hear you on not wanting a scarf or even jewelry when it’s hot, but what about a pin? #5 seems to be the fave, and it is the only one with a collar to provide a little something different. A brooch or stickpin could do similar for the others. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw%e2%80%a6experiment-in-minimalism#post-2274684 Fri, 29 Jul 2022 19:57:34 +0000 Cardiff girl 2274684@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Looks good on you!<br />lm not offering suggestions to you but as a discussion point all the minimalist bloggers that l look at seem to rely very heavily on jewellery all be it classic and discrete ,and of course designer sunglasses ,belts.and handbags.They also go for subtle details on their clothing like pleats,turnups,puffs etc so although the colours and the silhouette are minimalist the other components are not.This seems to elevate their look from what could be quite plain to more interesting. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw%e2%80%a6experiment-in-minimalism#post-2274680 Fri, 29 Jul 2022 19:24:47 +0000 Anonymous 2274680@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>That’s wild, Star! I don’t remember that but I think I remember above the knee. Was it worn over jeans? I guess everything comes around again. Pardon the interruption, Runcarla </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw%e2%80%a6experiment-in-minimalism#post-2274677 Fri, 29 Jul 2022 19:04:04 +0000 Star (Lise) 2274677@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p><b>Nikki&nbsp;</b>I used to wear a scarf around my wrist like that in the 80's.&nbsp; Also sometimes tied above the knee.&nbsp; Have not seen that one revived yet. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw%e2%80%a6experiment-in-minimalism#post-2274674 Fri, 29 Jul 2022 18:53:06 +0000 Anonymous 2274674@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Fun experiment! #5 is my favorite. I saved this inspiration pic for a neat way of wearing a scarf. Maybe it would work for you too </p>