https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw---to-lunch-to-work-and-out-to-dinner Style Advice for Fashion Lovers en-US Wed, 15 Apr 2026 00:24:27 +0000 http://bbpress.org/?v=1.0.2 q https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/search.php https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw---to-lunch-to-work-and-out-to-dinner#post-2399501 Sun, 23 Nov 2025 04:21:56 +0000 Sal 2399501@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Thanks Lisa!&nbsp; It has suddenly got warm here so I may not get to wear this again until autumn but I will do so! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw---to-lunch-to-work-and-out-to-dinner#post-2399453 Sat, 22 Nov 2025 22:24:22 +0000 Lisa 2399453@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>All outfits are lovely but the pattern mix with the zebra in #1 is my favorite here, such a great combination! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw---to-lunch-to-work-and-out-to-dinner#post-2399293 Thu, 20 Nov 2025 20:43:15 +0000 Sal 2399293@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Bijou - that's kind.&nbsp; The latest haircut is not my favourite - but it is growing!!! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw---to-lunch-to-work-and-out-to-dinner#post-2399219 Wed, 19 Nov 2025 03:52:49 +0000 Bijou 2399219@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I like all of these, you look great. I love your tousled hair, beachy and sporty, a great look for summer. So much better than the dreaded summer humidity frizz that seems to plague me! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw---to-lunch-to-work-and-out-to-dinner#post-2399201 Wed, 19 Nov 2025 00:13:42 +0000 Sal 2399201@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Thanks Slimcat - yes I agree having the right fabric is super helpful.&nbsp; Polyester can be too hot.</p> <p>Thanks Lyn - I agree - a different colour would have been another option too.&nbsp;&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw---to-lunch-to-work-and-out-to-dinner#post-2399170 Tue, 18 Nov 2025 14:55:16 +0000 lyn67 2399170@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Nr 1 is a lot of fun great/brave decision not wearing with heels so the styling looks more curent! YLF in all others, too -and nr 2 doesn't need a bogger bag, just maybe a more contrasting/accent one!&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw---to-lunch-to-work-and-out-to-dinner#post-2399163 Tue, 18 Nov 2025 03:07:03 +0000 slim cat 2399163@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Great zebra dress and perfect combinations in every picture!&nbsp;<br />I agree about the preference for jackets versus cardigans - dressier and more polished as results ( I love jackets even though I get overheated pretty fast in them - always look for non-polyester lining - cotton or viscose ). </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw---to-lunch-to-work-and-out-to-dinner#post-2399160 Tue, 18 Nov 2025 00:24:33 +0000 Sal 2399160@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Thanks Dee and Robin - I am trying to wear the dress a lot, when purchasing it the retail stylist told me I could wear it with sneakers or slides and I have done so.&nbsp;&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw---to-lunch-to-work-and-out-to-dinner#post-2399138 Mon, 17 Nov 2025 13:46:25 +0000 RobinF 2399138@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Your two pics in the zebra dress show how versatile a print like that can be. I like them both, especially with the new flats. Love the other looks too.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw---to-lunch-to-work-and-out-to-dinner#post-2399135 Mon, 17 Nov 2025 12:02:24 +0000 Dee 2399135@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Gosh, that zebra dress seems versatile, you look fab in both of your versions. The tiger bomber has been a wonderful addition to your wardrobe.<br /> Love the cheery pattern of Ange dress, so pretty on you. Looking perfectly polished and professional in the last blazer combo, and the mary janes are a great on-trend update to all of the outfits. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw---to-lunch-to-work-and-out-to-dinner#post-2399134 Mon, 17 Nov 2025 07:05:52 +0000 Sal 2399134@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Thanks Lise and Brooklyn.&nbsp; Yes I agree the heels might have been a bit OTT especially as the dress is fitted.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p> <p>Irina - good idea re the brown bag.&nbsp; I forget about this clutch and it is more versatile than I think.</p> <p>Carol - I do like heels still but I wear them less and less, for a mix of reasons.&nbsp; My heels collection is below and they have all been worn once this year except the black sandals.&nbsp; The green and the tan are the most comfortable funnily enough.</p> <p>Thanks Sharan!&nbsp; What lovely comments.&nbsp; It is a bit of a squeeze right now but once I get through this week there is some light at the end of the tunnel!!</p> <p>Thank you Bonnie!&nbsp; It is fun to try new combinations.</p> <p>Thanks Angie - blushing here - what delightful comments.</p> <p>Suz - it's so good when pieces prove their worth over many years.&nbsp; I love it when older pieces still spark joy.</p> <p>Lisa - yes lack of sleep is my main perimenopause symptom.&nbsp; I hope it comes right soon....and thank you.</p> <p>Thanks Cookie - yes I thought the zebra print worked with shorter and longer jackets too - I am not good at layering over dresses but this style of dress is a bit easier than some others.</p> <p>Jenni - yes I know exactly what you mean.&nbsp; Many of my friends also have aging parents so it can be challenging.&nbsp; My Dad is still in good health and adventurous - South Africa and Zimbabwe this year, Chatham Islands next year.</p> <p>Thanks JAileen - thank you!&nbsp; I love both those jackets too.&nbsp; I have decided I am a jacket person rather than a sweater or cardigan person.&nbsp; I need sweaters, and I have one cardigan, but I feel jackets are easy for me.&nbsp; The key is finding ones that are not too dressy.</p> <p>Thanks Jaime - the MJ are getting a lot of use which makes me very happy!! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw---to-lunch-to-work-and-out-to-dinner#post-2399125 Mon, 17 Nov 2025 02:09:32 +0000 Jaime 2399125@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>The Zebra dress is fantastic and versatile. I like it with those black flats a lot. New dress and work outfit also work beautifully. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw---to-lunch-to-work-and-out-to-dinner#post-2399112 Sun, 16 Nov 2025 21:24:01 +0000 JAileen 2399112@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I really love the first and last outfits. &nbsp;The short jacket with the dress is totally fab. &nbsp;I love the two patterns together. &nbsp;The last outfit is very smart. &nbsp;The jacket is a wonderful fit and style for you. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw---to-lunch-to-work-and-out-to-dinner#post-2399110 Sun, 16 Nov 2025 20:36:21 +0000 Jenni NZ 2399110@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Oh the zebra dress is so great! I think I have a very slight preference for the second iteration with your new blazer. I love your work outfit in the last pic too. I think the age and stage you and your husband are at is often a very hard-working time of life- it was for us too. I remember DD2 (the food technologist) coming over at one stage in those years and saying wow, you work a lot more than you used to! I didn’t point out the obvious that there used to be 3 kids at home to manage and look after including arranging or facilitating all their activities! Just take care of your health as much as possible xx </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw---to-lunch-to-work-and-out-to-dinner#post-2399099 Sun, 16 Nov 2025 18:02:30 +0000 Cookie 2399099@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I like all of these very much! The zebra dress is great for pattern mixing or not. Looks good with both jacket lengths too. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw---to-lunch-to-work-and-out-to-dinner#post-2399097 Sun, 16 Nov 2025 17:53:14 +0000 LJP 2399097@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>That first outfit is amazing ! &nbsp;Nicely creative and expected. &nbsp;All 4 outfits are really good for that matter :). Sorry about your lack of sleep - aging does all kinds of crazy things to our bodies and minds . </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw---to-lunch-to-work-and-out-to-dinner#post-2399092 Sun, 16 Nov 2025 16:30:23 +0000 Suz 2399092@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Oh, I love the zebra dress with the bomber! That is so much fun. yes, lots going on, but in the best possible way.&nbsp;</p> <p>I like the dress with the longer jacket, also.&nbsp;</p> <p>And the new dress is really pretty on you.&nbsp;</p> <p>You are so right about that jacket purchase. It has been a great item for you.&nbsp;</p> <p> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw---to-lunch-to-work-and-out-to-dinner#post-2399091 Sun, 16 Nov 2025 16:17:30 +0000 Angie 2399091@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I'm with<b> Brooklyn</b>. LOVE #1! One of your best, <b>Sal.</b> KILLER to the Power of KILLER - and the MJ flats are perfect!</p> <p>Also like <b>Irina's&nbsp;</b>suggestion of adding the beaded clutch to #2. Such an on trend combination that you wear well!</p> <p>The new dress is pretty and perfect on you! And your KILLER blazer in #4 loves you right back :)&nbsp;</p> <p>You're getting through the hustle and bustle of the year looking better than ever! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw---to-lunch-to-work-and-out-to-dinner#post-2399089 Sun, 16 Nov 2025 16:01:23 +0000 Bonnie 2399089@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Yes to very different styles but all appropriate for the occasion. Love the zebra dress with the dragon topper for dinner out and the new pink dress is the perfect fun choice for lunch on the deck.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw---to-lunch-to-work-and-out-to-dinner#post-2399087 Sun, 16 Nov 2025 15:51:39 +0000 Firecracker (Sharan) 2399087@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p> <div>Wowza! I love the zebra dress both ways. The outfit with the bomber is fantastic. Yes, a lot going on, but the overall impression is beautifully harmonious and you look gorgeous and chic in it. The blazer outfit is sophisticated and striking. I wouldn't have thought of a bigger bag--the one you have here looks great to me--and yet, I can envision it and think it would be super fab.&nbsp;</div><div>The new dress outfit looks breezy and fun for your outdoor lunch. The work outfit is fantastic, too.&nbsp;</div><div>Your style is so fab right now, Sal. Your wardrobe is working overtime for you, even as you hustle to keep up with your hectic schedule. I hope you get a break soon, though, and things get more manageable.</div></p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw---to-lunch-to-work-and-out-to-dinner#post-2399083 Sun, 16 Nov 2025 14:54:59 +0000 Carol 2399083@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Well, you are selling me on the MJ trend, which I still have not jumped on. They look versatile and cute. I like what you say about they feel "more modern" than heels. I have not thought of that, but I do notice a lot of catalog models are in flats and dresses instead of heels and dresses.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw---to-lunch-to-work-and-out-to-dinner#post-2399082 Sun, 16 Nov 2025 14:05:49 +0000 Irina 2399082@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Love the new dress! You look fab in all outfits, Sal<div>I would try the beaded clutch with the second outfit to add a bit of color.&nbsp;</div> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw---to-lunch-to-work-and-out-to-dinner#post-2399080 Sun, 16 Nov 2025 10:56:04 +0000 Brooklyn 2399080@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Love no 1! One of your best ever! I think the flats are right. They really work back the rest of the outfit. With heels it might skew a bit too much. Sneakers would be great too. My next fave is the last outfit. All good! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw---to-lunch-to-work-and-out-to-dinner#post-2399078 Sun, 16 Nov 2025 04:50:43 +0000 Star (Lise) 2399078@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>All fabulous Sal! Looking better than ever. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw---to-lunch-to-work-and-out-to-dinner#post-2399077 Sun, 16 Nov 2025 04:45:12 +0000 Sal 2399077@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Haha Suz - I was a bit slow moving between my phone and laptop!</p> <p>Fun yes, but I feel (and look) tired.....Perimenopause lack of sleep along with early starts and work deadlines.... </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw---to-lunch-to-work-and-out-to-dinner#post-2399076 Sun, 16 Nov 2025 04:36:51 +0000 Suz 2399076@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Photos, please! :)&nbsp;</p> <p>Sounds like you have been having fun! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw---to-lunch-to-work-and-out-to-dinner#post-2399074 Sun, 16 Nov 2025 04:31:22 +0000 Sal 2399074@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>It's the silly season here and I had a mad week last week.&nbsp; DH is even busier and had a last minute flight to the East Coast of the USA with three days notice from NZ.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p> <p>But there have been some fun things in the mix.</p> </p> <ul> <li>out to dinner - this was an experiment - 2024 zebra print dress with my new second hand bomber with a dragon and a tiger...and my old beaded vintage clutch.&nbsp; There is a lot going on here.</li> <li>out to another dinner - the same dress but with my long blazer.&nbsp; I chose my black small bag - but think I could have done better with something else.&nbsp; I think a larger bag would have complemented the blazer better.</li> <li> <p>out to lunch at a friend's home, on the deck outside. This was the first wear of this dress. Excuse the hair - it's not behaving at the moment. &nbsp;</p> </li> <li>off to a day of work meetings. All oldies here except the shoes which were added this year. This blazer always makes me feel good and was such a good impulse buy back in 2018. </li> </ul> <p>I think these outfits cover a range of styles from slightly edgy to classic to natural.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p> <p>With the zebra dress I considered wearing heels, but they felt off.&nbsp; Whilst the heels are more flattering to my calf, the flats felt more modern.</p> <p>Thanks for looking.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p>