https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw---make-it-work Style Advice for Fashion Lovers en-US Wed, 20 May 2026 16:15:04 +0000 http://bbpress.org/?v=1.0.2 q https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/search.php https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw---make-it-work#post-785367 Fri, 30 Nov 2012 17:17:18 +0000 Kiwichik 785367@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Agree with the rest that the individual pieces are fine. The shape of the trousers is flattering and if you still like them you could always get them taken in. If anything is too worn then let it go otherwise just experiment a bit more with mixing these pieces with other items in your wardrobe. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw---make-it-work#post-784644 Thu, 29 Nov 2012 17:30:30 +0000 Charmian 784644@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>If, as you say, the trousers don't make you feel fab and don't fit well -- let them go! But keep the other items: you like them and they're workhorses. Just because this outfit doesn't work doesn't means they won't work in anything else.</p> <p>I actually love my casual buttondowns; they're total workhorses in my wardrobe. But I pair them with jeans or casual pants to play with their casual vibe. Someday I may get brave enough to try casual buttondown + dressy trousers + casual pants (my cons, maybe?), but that'll be a while because I'm a slow learner. So great to see you diving right into that combo, though!</p> <p>BTW, you have an amazing eye for pieces. I love the detailing on your tank, boots, and watch. I can't wait to see what you bring into your wardrobe to replace your pants! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw---make-it-work#post-784543 Thu, 29 Nov 2012 15:23:38 +0000 JAileen 784543@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>The shirt looks kind of wrinkled. What if it were freshly ironed? </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw---make-it-work#post-784445 Thu, 29 Nov 2012 12:12:38 +0000 rute 784445@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>There is nothing wrong with the separates, but all the items do not go together. A classic trouser needs a different type of bootie, the top is lovely but not as a layer for that shirt.<br /> Try the top + cardi or jacket + trousers + black bootie </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw---make-it-work#post-784435 Thu, 29 Nov 2012 12:02:49 +0000 Deborah 784435@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I would let the pants go as they do look like they are too big for you. The shirt could work but I don't think it needs the tank underneath (it is lovely though). But if you are. It enjoying these pieces, I would let them go. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw---make-it-work#post-784432 Thu, 29 Nov 2012 11:55:14 +0000 Atlantia 784432@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Thanks everyone!</p> <p>Ceit - Sorry it wasn't well captured in the photo, but the issue with the trousers is that they are too large, and were bought before I cared about PPL, so they only work with flats, which looks frumpy to me now.</p> <p>Victoria, Caro, JR - It was my suspicion that this outfit simply wasn't melding, so thank you for confirming. My BF is no help when I ask for input! I appreciate the suggestions on how to improve the proportions.</p> <p>Suz - always so sweet, thank you!</p> <p>missvee - I am looking to replace with new button downs soon, but I am also in the market for a knit jacket. My office is incredibly casual, and it is really challenging to find the vibe I like, but I think knit jacket might do the trick. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw---make-it-work#post-784251 Thu, 29 Nov 2012 02:22:00 +0000 JR 784251@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I would not put those wide pants with those boots. Skinny pants would draw more attention to the detail. Also, the boots are a bit on the bulky side, so pairing them with a wide silhouette makes the whole thing feel bulky.</p> <p>I agree with the consensus that there is nothing wrong with any of these pieces as such, they just aren't melding very well here. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw---make-it-work#post-784236 Thu, 29 Nov 2012 02:09:24 +0000 missvee 784236@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I think the shirt would still work with casual shorts in the summertime. I like that slightly rumpled look when it's hot out. What were you thinking of instead? Maybe a more structured jacket, or knit jacket? </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw---make-it-work#post-784173 Thu, 29 Nov 2012 01:16:42 +0000 Caro in Oz 784173@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>If any of these are worn then let them go.........<br /> I like the length &amp; shape of the shirt on you but as the others have said it doesn't work with these pieces. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw---make-it-work#post-784154 Thu, 29 Nov 2012 01:02:16 +0000 Suz 784154@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I think if you are ready to let them go, they're ready to go! </p> <p>I also think you look great in that burgundy colour!! Cool watch, too! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw---make-it-work#post-784056 Wed, 28 Nov 2012 23:35:59 +0000 Victoria 784056@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Just my five cents-the biggest issue is that all the items do not go together-I can see this shirt with trousers but these boots do not look right with tailored pants. To me, it would be better with jeans. Same for tank top, I would put it with different bottom. I think all these pieces are fine, just not together </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw---make-it-work#post-784052 Wed, 28 Nov 2012 23:28:37 +0000 Anonymous 784052@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Yes I think the shirt can go. The tank is lovely, and I can't see the trousers in enough detail to comment. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw---make-it-work#post-784045 Wed, 28 Nov 2012 23:21:26 +0000 Atlantia 784045@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Today's outfit needs help. There's nothing terribly wrong with it, but I don't feel fab in it. I am in a position where some of my former wardrobe workhorses either don't fit or have begun to feel worn out. Such is the case with this striped shirt. It is starting to remind me of my grandpa's pajamas!<br /> Anyway, I love the tank underneath, the watch, and the boots, but I think the button down and trousers may need to retire. What do you think, YLFers?</p> <p>Thanks for looking! </p>