https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw----while-musing Style Advice for Fashion Lovers en-US Wed, 29 Apr 2026 03:53:44 +0000 http://bbpress.org/?v=1.0.2 q https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/search.php https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw----while-musing#post-1038051 Wed, 25 Sep 2013 00:20:30 +0000 Sarah A 1038051@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Beth Ann! You are looking amazing in all of these outfits. And the cogitating thoughts are really valuable. My fav looks are 2,3,4 and 7 with a special shout out for 8! Fab lounge wear is a hard nut to crack. These are exactly the kin of looks that I lve my casual life in, not watnign to have to constantly change clothes coming and going. I agree with Angie (who wouldn't?) that your focus on the fit and quality just makes you looks all pop. You have made you goal of super fab casual dressing a reality. Take copious notes here! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw----while-musing#post-1037989 Tue, 24 Sep 2013 22:43:27 +0000 pil 1037989@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>You look SO good! All that cogitating and musing has paid off. Personally, I tend to 'percolate'. Are the jammies actual jammies, or knitwear? I'm pretty sure I won't be posting any pictures of my "pugs and kisses" nightie </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw----while-musing#post-1037975 Tue, 24 Sep 2013 22:22:40 +0000 Vickie KY 1037975@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I love both your at work looks especially #2. Your casual wear is very put together and looks very nice. With the addition of nice jacket you could wear anywhere.&nbsp; I made the resolution quite a few years ago to wear better looking clothes for everyday and at home. It doesn't cost anymore or take any more effort to put something on that you look nice in versus something you look sloppy in. I like shopping Kohl's and Target as well.&nbsp; I love the animal print shoes with the solids. I can't believe they are crocs!<br />Vickie </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw----while-musing#post-1037881 Tue, 24 Sep 2013 19:55:26 +0000 Kristin L 1037881@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>All of your looks look great on you! I think #2 and 6 are my favs.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw----while-musing#post-1037874 Tue, 24 Sep 2013 19:48:28 +0000 Susie 1037874@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I always enjoy reading your posts, Beth Ann. You share great insight.&nbsp;</p> <p>You look good in all of these but my favorites are 4 and 6. And you look so stylish in your jammies! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw----while-musing#post-1037808 Tue, 24 Sep 2013 18:06:23 +0000 Beth Ann 1037808@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Thanks, Angie!&nbsp; I am making an effort to let color, fit, and, as much as I can manage it, quality, do more of the heavy lifting in my outfits.&nbsp; This is a big shift for me.&nbsp; I still like my gee-gaws, and doo-dads, but all the details can overwhelm ---- even on a more dramatic persona and figure like mine.&nbsp; </p> <p>Viva:&nbsp; I do wear these looks out of the house, too, but they are the kind of looks that go to a casual rehearsal, a volleyball game, the library, etc., without me changing into something "more comfortable," or "less nice" when I come back home!&nbsp; </p> <p>Jayne:&nbsp; I realized that, dressing at home, color is often the most important element of an item, along with fit, particularly when I'm without my "face" (makeup).&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw----while-musing#post-1037669 Tue, 24 Sep 2013 15:44:42 +0000 jayne 1037669@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>The office attire is perfect but I really wanted to boost on the lovely lovely colors in your casual attire.&nbsp; You so suit those royal blues, raspberry reds!&nbsp; I say that was a great treat for the family and yourself </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw----while-musing#post-1037598 Tue, 24 Sep 2013 14:44:53 +0000 viva 1037598@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I love your 3-6 day-at-home outfits especially but hope they are not stay-at-home outfits! You look so pulled together and those white pants look amazing on you. Three cheers! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw----while-musing#post-1037587 Tue, 24 Sep 2013 14:40:12 +0000 kellygirl 1037587@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>You have fab style and are true to your rubric! I can't pick a fave but I really love both blazer looks. The minimalist in me love the strong and simple looks of 4,5,6. Love the contrast of the white jeans or the white stripes on the sweater. Very nice. You wear skirts and pants equally well. So gorgeous all the way around! Must check out those Target skirts.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw----while-musing#post-1037586 Tue, 24 Sep 2013 14:39:57 +0000 Angie 1037586@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Beth Ann, you have honestly never looked better. I see a style shift to simplicity - and as a result, you've made your look stronger. Weird how that happens, yet that's my impression. </p> <p>I vote killer looks all round. You especially blew me away with #4 and #7. You are paying extra attention to great fit and it's working for you big time. Well done. </p> <p>I'm sure pjs and loungwear will thank you for giving them a style boost too. xo </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw----while-musing#post-1037575 Tue, 24 Sep 2013 14:32:06 +0000 In My Joi 1037575@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>cute Mossimo skirt and great job at faux tucking!! I echo your sentiments:<br />"2. I'm a bricks and mortar shopping girl. I need to see the garment from all angles, bend and move in it, feel the fibers and inspect the construction. Yep. Even if its a Target item."<br />BRAVO! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw----while-musing#post-1037568 Tue, 24 Sep 2013 14:24:28 +0000 Adelfa 1037568@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>You look beautiful in every one, proving that simple, classic looks can be exciting. I love how you rock the faux tuck! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw----while-musing#post-1037499 Tue, 24 Sep 2013 12:54:14 +0000 Momo 1037499@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Love 1,2 and 7! You look fabulous. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw----while-musing#post-1037498 Tue, 24 Sep 2013 12:53:22 +0000 Beth Ann 1037498@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Suz/Una:&nbsp; I actually have 2, yep, chambray blazers.&nbsp; The version in #2 is lined, more fitted and curved.&nbsp; The second, in #7, is unlined (great for warm days), longer and looser.&nbsp; I think it's falling back on me (my girls do that to every topper, regardless of size) in the pic.&nbsp; It's a long story about how I ended up with them, but I wear them both, even though they have identical color! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw----while-musing#post-1037496 Tue, 24 Sep 2013 12:51:52 +0000 AJ 1037496@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>You may not know where your style is headed yet, but your mindfulness in sticking to flattering colors, fabrics, and shapes has served you well.&nbsp; Your casual looks are not boring...pretty colors with pop of print expresses chic effortless style.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw----while-musing#post-1037494 Tue, 24 Sep 2013 12:50:54 +0000 Janet 1037494@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I love your musings, and your outfits even more. You look great in all of these.</p> <p>I agree that the PJ update can make a difference in your mood (and hubs does appreciate)! After my surgery this year, I got rid of all of the underwear and PJs that were worn out and refreshed those collections. I feel better just reaching for my pajamas before I go to bed, and when I open the underwear drawer to get dressed. So often we neglect these things because "no one else sees them." </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw----while-musing#post-1037488 Tue, 24 Sep 2013 12:46:56 +0000 Suz 1037488@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I always look forward to a post from you. Not only will I get to see some beautiful outfits that always inspire and instruct me, but your "cogitations" always get my own brain turning.&nbsp;</p> <p>These are excellent insights. I am absolutely right with you on the jammies/ loungewear front. I have yet to do the actual shopping for this stuff, but it is a priority this fall. I have left it while dealing with the self the outer world sees and now find myself wearing things I would rather not. As you say, our loved ones deserve to see us looking pretty, too!&nbsp;</p> <p>I love all these outfits. I can relate very easily to your style because our lifestyle needs are quite similar. #1 is a particular favourite, but I also adore #2, #3 (gorgeous fluid fit!), and #7. That jacket was a great find for you -- so versatile. The other new sweaters are great, too.&nbsp;</p> <p> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw----while-musing#post-1037485 Tue, 24 Sep 2013 12:44:18 +0000 Beth Ann 1037485@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Thanks for all the kind words.&nbsp; Angie's post has me musing again, and I don't have time to play in my closet if I'm going to make it to work on time!</p> <p>Starting with my lounge/home wear wasn't the most glamorous choice, but, I'm much happier finding little, practical ways to bring fashion "home."&nbsp; My jammies at the moment (gotta get dressed, gota get dressed...gotta ge...) are simple, but in excellent condition, flattering fits.&nbsp; Oh, and the top is turquoise! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw----while-musing#post-1037474 Tue, 24 Sep 2013 12:29:28 +0000 Jaime 1037474@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>These all look great including your jammies! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw----while-musing#post-1037459 Tue, 24 Sep 2013 12:04:03 +0000 Deborah 1037459@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>You look gorgeous in all of these outfits. Love #7 and they cannot be crocs!? </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw----while-musing#post-1037412 Tue, 24 Sep 2013 09:55:43 +0000 Anonymous 1037412@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Love these looks and I completely agree about upgrading items. You rock all of these! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw----while-musing#post-1037410 Tue, 24 Sep 2013 09:49:49 +0000 Lyn D. 1037410@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I wouldn't change a thing Beth Ann!<br />This all looks great, and the happiness factor must be high too- maybe you don't need to think too much about what is next, and it will come to you.<br />I can relate re. thinking about fashion 24/7 though! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw----while-musing#post-1037387 Tue, 24 Sep 2013 07:13:17 +0000 Lantana 1037387@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Beth Ann, I see your fashion present as being in pretty good shape and look forward to seeing the future your cogitations produce. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw----while-musing#post-1037376 Tue, 24 Sep 2013 05:37:24 +0000 MsMary 1037376@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>These are all super fab!&nbsp; I would wear all of the myself!</p> <p>I completely agree with you about looking good at home, and about looking good even while sleeping or lounging!&nbsp; I just replaced all my summer nightwear and feel great about it -- even though I live alone!&nbsp; LOL </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw----while-musing#post-1037373 Tue, 24 Sep 2013 05:29:45 +0000 Day Vies 1037373@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>You muse in such style! I love all of these. You know I'm a high contrast girl, how am I supposed to pick a favorite (that darn paradox of choice ;-))?&nbsp; </p> <p>I love #8 because it's so casually polished. #1 because I love the shape the colors and that lovely skirt with those sandals!!! #4,5, &amp; 6 because the fit is lovely and I love those white jeans. I've been contemplating cobalt skinnies&nbsp; and I love them with the striped sweater. Did I say I loved them all??? </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw----while-musing#post-1037366 Tue, 24 Sep 2013 04:57:44 +0000 Caro in Oz 1037366@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>YLF - my favourite is # 1 you look fantastic in cobalt. Your point #2 is a big one for me too - if it doesn't feel right I won't wear it </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw----while-musing#post-1037359 Tue, 24 Sep 2013 04:47:27 +0000 catgirl 1037359@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Well, your musings are not holding back your style any!&nbsp; My faves are 2 and 7, which are opposite ends of the spectrum but that jacket is so fab in both.&nbsp; You have a nice pulled-together look whether casual or dressier - and your colors are cohesive.&nbsp; You got it goin' on, lady! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw----while-musing#post-1037348 Tue, 24 Sep 2013 04:33:27 +0000 Beth Ann 1037348@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I've been thinking --while running, driving about town, cooking, just about about anywhere&nbsp; -- about my style goals and cool season wardrobe plan.&nbsp; My Grandma would call it "cogitating."&nbsp; Sometimes it feels like brainstorming, but at other times I seem to be brooding.&nbsp; I guess I'm not sure exactly where I want to go at the moment.&nbsp; </p> <p>Here's what I do know:<br />1.&nbsp; I had a Summer goal to learn to do "extremely casual" better.&nbsp; I think I've improved at this kind of dressing, even though it's not my favorite.</p> <p>2.&nbsp; I'm a bricks and mortar shopping girl.&nbsp; I need to see the garment from all angles, bend and move in it, feel the fibers and inspect the construction.&nbsp; Yep.&nbsp; Even if its a Target item. </p> <p>3.&nbsp; I want to keep "form with flow and energy with ease" as my style rubric.&nbsp; It's more important to me than a style persona, but no substitute for a shopping plan or true style goals.</p> <p>And most importantly:</p> <p>4.&nbsp; I want to look good for the people I love most.&nbsp; These poor darlings see me when I stumble out of bed to begin the day, and when I come back from a workout.&nbsp; Let's throw em a bone (particularly hubby).&nbsp; How about a pretty color?&nbsp; Even when I'm in my jammies and lounge wear.&nbsp; </p> <p>Well, a girl's still gotta get dressed when she's musing over her fashion future, so....here's WIW while waiting for an epiphany:</p> <p>1 &amp; 2:&nbsp; Work looks.&nbsp; The first pic debuts my new Target (Mossimo) pencil skirt.&nbsp; This skirt is remarkably comfy.&nbsp; #2 is a repeat, but I love the textured sweater knit skirt (in navy).</p> <p>3-6:&nbsp; A favorite day-at-home formula in transitional weather features a pullover sweater in a lovely color.&nbsp; All but #4 are new sweaters from Kohls.&nbsp; Not exciting, but very mixable, and in a newer, more fluid fit.</p> <p>7:&nbsp; My version of the Canadian tuxedo --- oh yeah, with Crocs.&nbsp; Can't get more casual than that! </p> <p>8:&nbsp; Jammies!&nbsp; No, not a negligee.&nbsp; But then, there's no Master Suite in my 1,000sq ft house full of two pre-teens.&nbsp; DH will have to settle for a soft, colorful knitwear.&nbsp; I've resolved to stop wearing old stuff to bed.&nbsp; At least the cut and color can be pleasing!</p> <p> </p>