https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw-----classic-inspiration Style Advice for Fashion Lovers en-US Sun, 17 May 2026 09:56:24 +0000 http://bbpress.org/?v=1.0.2 q https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/search.php https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw-----classic-inspiration#post-824695 Mon, 21 Jan 2013 16:55:58 +0000 pil 824695@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Late to the party because I couldn't get the pics to open last night.....<br /> Love the patterns and colors in 1 - that scarf is great! The blue is so illuminating in 2, you had to have been the best dressed basketball scorer there : )<br /> 3 is professional but the stripes make it fun, and the necklaces are not twee as far as I'm concerned. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw-----classic-inspiration#post-824663 Mon, 21 Jan 2013 16:35:12 +0000 Beth Ann 824663@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Thanks Angie! I feel more focused now --- paying more attention to details, but getting more comfortable with my own "skin." Oh --- and classic looks can be incredibly delicious.</p> <p>Now...off to plan my fantasy wardrobe for a tropical climate............. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw-----classic-inspiration#post-824619 Mon, 21 Jan 2013 16:07:24 +0000 Angie 824619@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>You are on fire!</p> <p>Your outfit posts become more and more fabulous!! All outfits are KILLER. Loving you in #3 especially. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw-----classic-inspiration#post-824615 Mon, 21 Jan 2013 16:02:54 +0000 Jjsloane 824615@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I think all 3 are great and flattering. I can see the classic inspiration but you've added your own touches. Love the vest look and high five Olivia Moon jacket sister (I have 3 of them) </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw-----classic-inspiration#post-824599 Mon, 21 Jan 2013 15:51:46 +0000 Anonymous 824599@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>LOL! Show me your soul sucking beige blanket and I'll show you mine </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw-----classic-inspiration#post-824515 Mon, 21 Jan 2013 14:28:19 +0000 Beth Ann 824515@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Thanks for taking the time to comment, everyone. I think I'm going to need Nordic inspiration this week. Or maybe Inuit. "Look Like a Million Bucks in Windchills Below Zero!" Today's a holiday, so I'm in loungewear under a down blanket at the moment. And the blanket is ------ Soul Sucking Beige! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw-----classic-inspiration#post-824444 Mon, 21 Jan 2013 12:39:39 +0000 Niefern 824444@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>My favourite is #3, you look so good. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw-----classic-inspiration#post-824385 Mon, 21 Jan 2013 09:30:36 +0000 Katiepea 824385@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I'm so impressed by how you've managed to look utterly beautiful and impeccably styled in all three outfits. If I had to pick a favourite, I'd struggle to choose between #2 and #3. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw-----classic-inspiration#post-824355 Mon, 21 Jan 2013 05:34:00 +0000 Anonymous 824355@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Oh wow, you long-legged curvaceous hour-glass! You look great in a vest because of the curves....they keep you looking feminine even in menswear. Love the stripes and your necklaces do no look twee. My condolences on the lighting in your studio though!</p> <p>Your church outfit does not look bulky, even though I'm sure you were layered up underneath to look warm. I'm loving the "everyday" outfits, thank you! You have fabulous, classic style! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw-----classic-inspiration#post-824284 Mon, 21 Jan 2013 02:28:15 +0000 marianna 824284@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>You look absolutely fantastic in all three outfits! I love classic style. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw-----classic-inspiration#post-824276 Mon, 21 Jan 2013 02:20:04 +0000 Suz 824276@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I love all of these. You look spectacular in the purple of #1 -- so rich and elegant, and far from feeling that the pattern mix is too hectic, I feel it's exactly right. </p> <p>As the others have said, you look sensational in the blue, and your legs look incredibly long. </p> <p>Also, I don't think there is anything odd at all in your being inspired by Grace Kelly or Katherine Hepburn (or Audrey, for that matter). But particularly in the case of the former two, there is something in your lovely softly waved hair that recalls the styles of the 40s and 50s and so the crisp yet soft shirting they often wore is very flattering to you, as are the other classic lines. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw-----classic-inspiration#post-824271 Mon, 21 Jan 2013 02:10:31 +0000 Sarah A 824271@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I love the skirt in #1 how fun! and purple is a great color on you the cobalt in #2 is amazing and your legs do look about a mile long! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw-----classic-inspiration#post-824264 Mon, 21 Jan 2013 02:00:24 +0000 Jaime 824264@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>You look wonderful in blue. #2 is my favorite, but that might be due to the less flattering lighting in #3. I can see in the close up, the blue stripes look terrific on you. And your legs look a mile long! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw-----classic-inspiration#post-824261 Mon, 21 Jan 2013 01:54:08 +0000 Beth Ann 824261@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Joy: Purple and Sapphire blue are my top tier of flattering colors -- both for my coloring and eyes. I suffered through the years of mustard and pistachio, waiting for the resurrection of jewel tones! BTW --- the Denizen bootcuts are a mid-rise, just below the belly button on me. The skinnies are a slimmer cut (had to size up) and lower rise. Leave no retail stone unturned!</p> <p>Shannon: Get ready for blue. I seemed to have an addiction this year --- teal, turquoise, cobalt, navy, you name it! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw-----classic-inspiration#post-824251 Mon, 21 Jan 2013 01:44:14 +0000 Transcona Shannon 824251@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Talk about a fantastic selection of outfits Beth Ann! You have a real eye for good proportions on yourself.</p> <p>You in cobalt blue? GORGEOUS! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw-----classic-inspiration#post-824244 Mon, 21 Jan 2013 01:31:05 +0000 Anonymous 824244@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Each outfit is just wonderful! Purple and blue are so striking on you! Love the crisp stripes and the layered necklaces. The jeans and trousers look great on you too. I noticed those Denizen by Levi jeans and they seemed a nice thickness. How is the rise? </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw-----classic-inspiration#post-824226 Mon, 21 Jan 2013 01:02:53 +0000 Beth Ann 824226@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Thanks, everyone! I always hesitate to post "everyday" outfits, but sometimes I find these the most beneficial when others post them. And Raisin, I'm looking for a second vest in black or navy, but not seeing any out there. I may have to make one like Amy posted last week! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw-----classic-inspiration#post-824224 Mon, 21 Jan 2013 00:58:58 +0000 Raisin 824224@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Love #2 but they are all fab. I do really like the vest too, I so want one! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw-----classic-inspiration#post-824220 Mon, 21 Jan 2013 00:51:20 +0000 Mona 824220@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>all wonderful outfits! My favourite is #2. That blue jacket looks awesome on you. #3 is so polished and sassy. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw-----classic-inspiration#post-824089 Sun, 20 Jan 2013 19:16:58 +0000 Asingh 824089@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Great outfits, Beth Ann! Outfit no. 3 is my favourite. Love hoe you've layered a striped button-up with a waistcoat. The pearls add femininity to the outfit. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw-----classic-inspiration#post-824084 Sun, 20 Jan 2013 19:08:17 +0000 Beth Ann 824084@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I've been drawn to simple silhouettes this past week. Perhaps this is the influence of viewing old fashion photos -- particularly candid and publicity photos of Old Hollywood of Katherine Hepburn, Audrey Hepburn and Grace Kelly. </p> <p>Now, I bear no resemblance to these icons, but I was struck by the fact that they weren't pushing the boundaries, but using them to their benefit --- creating outfits that were perfection, but perfectly approachable.</p> <p>1. Church. Doesn't God know that it's 10F? Yes, otherwise I'd be commuting to work instead of sitting inside a toasty church building. Here's my toasty outfit:<br /> Riding boots<br /> Ponte pencil skirt (Carson Pririe Scott)<br /> Purple cordoroy blazer (very old)<br /> Target scarf</p> <p>The pattern mixing is a bit hectic, but I was feeling color near my face. </p> <p>2. Basketball Mom! I hadd to be scorekeeper for the kids' games yesterday. Gulp! This is part of my blue craze, and I'll probably be wearing it a lot come spring. It was 43 yesterday when I wore this -- and the gymnasium is quite warm, as well.</p> <p>Denizen by Levi bootcuts from Target (these are great)<br /> Sweater with silver lurex thread from Kohls<br /> Olivia Moon Ponte jacket<br /> Black Booties from DSW</p> <p>3. Very classic day at work. And yes, this is the lighting in my studio. Soul killing, isn't it? I must get some artwork for the walls, but it isn't my space (shared with others).<br /> I love the shirt (the stripes are fresh, I think), and I upsized for more length. But it's still a little short. Will I have to order talls? Mens? The close up of the necklaces: 2 were purchased on a precious trip to China. The other was my sweet 16 present. They are sentimental favorites, but are they a little twee?<br /> Trouser jeans (really blue, not black)<br /> gray moc-croc low heeled pumps<br /> Chaps no-iron shirt (Kohls)<br /> Vest --- Old, from Kohls</p> <p>What should I do more of? Less of? </p>