https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw-black-white-a-little-monet Style Advice for Fashion Lovers en-US Wed, 22 Apr 2026 21:08:21 +0000 http://bbpress.org/?v=1.0.2 q https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/search.php https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw-black-white-a-little-monet/page/2#post-607955 Mon, 30 Apr 2012 03:25:56 +0000 Jonesy 607955@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Wow, I am stunned at the transformation of that first dress, especially!! It is 100% gorgeous on you in the after photo! So chic and it fits you so well! The J. Crew one looks fab too. I totally get what you mean about needing a smaller fit on the bottom half: I think I rarely buy dresses for this reason (skirts are so much easier). </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw-black-white-a-little-monet#post-607328 Sun, 29 Apr 2012 17:17:23 +0000 LeahJanes 607328@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I love all of this. So bold and graphic. I also really adore those anthro shoes, so much that I am considering buying them for my own self! Gorgeous </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw-black-white-a-little-monet#post-607196 Sun, 29 Apr 2012 14:35:26 +0000 Parsley 607196@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Kerry, I KNEW you would say that about the newsprint jacket! Too bad- I like it! I won't bring it to Seattle.<br /> And you can't have the shoes, but if you're nice I'll let you borrow them.<br /> XO<br /> Mom </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw-black-white-a-little-monet#post-607193 Sun, 29 Apr 2012 14:32:09 +0000 keruchina 607193@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>The black and white dress looks awesome post-alteration, and I am stealing the shoes. </p> <p>I am not, however, feeling the newsprint jacket. It looks like an art smock. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw-black-white-a-little-monet#post-606387 Sat, 28 Apr 2012 13:35:47 +0000 Fruitful 606387@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I came here via Suz's mention of your alteration - amazing! And I adore the newspaper jacket on you, with those stunning red sandals. All great looks! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw-black-white-a-little-monet#post-606385 Sat, 28 Apr 2012 13:28:59 +0000 Parsley 606385@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Thanks for the lovely comments, ladies!<br /> @Suz, I thought of your midi that you altered the skirt on when I narrowed these! I was impressed with the difference that made for you. I only wish I'd remembered to take a "before" picture of the J Crew dress, because it was even more of a change, if that's possible.</p> <p>I'm pleased that the newsprint dress is getting some love here- I really wasn't sure how people would react to it. It IS fun, though.</p> <p>@Anne, I like the one you're looking at, too!</p> <p>@ Manidipa, I will try the scarf a little lower and see how it looks. The dress has a rather low v-neck, so I'm not sure how much of it will show. That day I was feeling chilly (darn these spring temperature swings!) so it felt good up around my neck.</p> <p>@ Denise, Those Anthro shoes would look great on you!<br /> The alterations weren't hard to do at all; just a bit time-consuming.<br /> I'm laughing at the thought of you "reading my back" while waiting in line! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw-black-white-a-little-monet#post-606334 Sat, 28 Apr 2012 07:40:27 +0000 CocoLion 606334@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>What an amazing transformation you made to the striped dress! It looks f-worthy in the pre-alteration picture; your after picture is certified by Angie k-worthy.</p> <p>I am impressed that you did the alterations yourself.</p> <p>The Nakidra dress also looks sharp and those shoes are TDF. I mean, I want a pair now. </p> <p>Definitely keep the newspaper jacket. I am having visions of it paired with grey and perhaps some yellow accents. I would like to stand behind you in a bank queue. I don't have a smart phone, and the time would pass quickly if I could read your back. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw-black-white-a-little-monet#post-606284 Sat, 28 Apr 2012 04:51:34 +0000 bj1111 606284@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>i love it all. a neutals girl at heart, these outfits really speak to me. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw-black-white-a-little-monet#post-606279 Sat, 28 Apr 2012 04:19:59 +0000 Kiwichik 606279@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>A smogasboard of fabulosity oh except #10 LOL </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw-black-white-a-little-monet#post-606253 Sat, 28 Apr 2012 03:00:55 +0000 ManidipaM 606253@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Heavens, what a difference that alteration makes --- it's a whole different dress!</p> <p>Marcy, you look so elegant there... Angie's already said all that can be said about #1 I guess.</p> <p>I'll confess #2 was my immediate favourite though, followed by the beautiful Anthro shoes (I love your black espadrilles too!). That jacket is absolutely delightful! In fact, far from being dated, I find it extremely youthful and eccentric. I'd wear that in a heartbeat.</p> <p>You looked gorgeous for the party and your blue pattern mix is very fresh. Wonder if you'd consider wearing the scarf a little further down, to make a deeper curve (just push the loop down in your case, I think?) --- or is it too cold for that? I feel like it might be fun to see the top of the dress on top too, you know? </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw-black-white-a-little-monet#post-606252 Sat, 28 Apr 2012 02:59:46 +0000 anne 606252@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Well done on that alterations job. Such a difference. You look like a model!!!! I like both the shoes, and love how that strap on the second pair means you get almost a low vamp look with the holding on ability of a good strap ( I am looking out for this combination)</p> <p>I totally know what you mean about "artsy old lady". I am attracted to that look too (like in that dress I am stalking <a href="http://www.ezibuy.com.au/product/81152" rel="nofollow">http://www.ezibuy.com.au/product/81152</a>) but also worry a bit about how it appears. But I think you carry it off! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw-black-white-a-little-monet#post-606238 Sat, 28 Apr 2012 02:39:40 +0000 Suz 606238@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>OMG, Parsley, you get the YLF education award of the week. NO, not of the week, I take that back. Of the month. Maybe of the YEAR! Those photos are priceless. Please do not take them down. Instead start a new thread entitled: Fit Is Everything (Thank You, Angie). </p> <p>What a difference the alteration makes! And what a discovery for you. I would imagine the summer is going to be a whole lot more fun as a result. </p> <p>All your outfits are fab. LOVE #1 and #2 - the shoes are amazing, and the newspaper coat, if it is "artsy old lady" only makes me want to join that club! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw-black-white-a-little-monet#post-606227 Sat, 28 Apr 2012 02:31:08 +0000 Beth Ann 606227@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Thanks for the tutorial on how to wear and alter fab dresses! #1 is just stunning, and all the others are perfection! I like the newsletter jacket. You do not look like an "arty old lady," and I say that as someone who hopes to be one (someday). It's OK to have a little fun with your clothes in a classy way! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw-black-white-a-little-monet#post-606213 Sat, 28 Apr 2012 02:15:06 +0000 catgirl 606213@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>LOVE these sassy looks! #1 is awesome - amazing that you tweaked it yourself. And the Nakidra dress looks incredible on you as well. Wow, Parsley - you need to post more of your WIWs! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw-black-white-a-little-monet#post-606210 Sat, 28 Apr 2012 02:14:14 +0000 Anonymous 606210@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>You had an amazing week! What a huge difference alterations made inthe first outfit.<br /> Your pattern mixing looks wonderful; and if you ever get tired of the newspaper jacket, this little old lady will happily give it a new home. It's perfect for making a black outfit look summery. You have fantastic style! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw-black-white-a-little-monet#post-606202 Sat, 28 Apr 2012 02:05:14 +0000 kellygirl 606202@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>You look amazing--I love the first outfit the bestest but they are all fab! The newsprint jacket is just too much fun. What a unique piece! The J.Crew dress looks a little bit Kate Spade--cool sandals too. You have such a great wardrobe, Parsley, and you look SO good in dresses! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw-black-white-a-little-monet#post-606162 Sat, 28 Apr 2012 01:24:29 +0000 san 606162@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Your alteration makes such a difference! Good job! You look great and your outfits are always interesting and fun. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw-black-white-a-little-monet#post-606115 Sat, 28 Apr 2012 00:34:51 +0000 sarah 606115@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Well, clever, clever you! How fantastic that you were able to alter all of these terrific dresses to look so great on you. You had a very stylish week. I love them all. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw-black-white-a-little-monet#post-606113 Sat, 28 Apr 2012 00:32:45 +0000 Kari 606113@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>My goodness, the before and after pictures for that dress are stunning. I wouldn't have thought it was the same piece. It's a REALLY strong illustration for how good tailoring can transform a piece from boxy/frumpy to *very* chic and current. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw-black-white-a-little-monet#post-606074 Fri, 27 Apr 2012 23:49:38 +0000 Deborah 606074@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>You must keep the newspaper print jacket...it's fab! </p> <p>You are a very stylish woman Parsley! Each of these outfits is wonderful. I have a similar issue with dresses and find I have to have them altered as you do. It's definitely worth the expenditure.</p> <p>#5 is just stunning. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw-black-white-a-little-monet#post-606073 Fri, 27 Apr 2012 23:47:42 +0000 christieanne 606073@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>The difference in the dress is striking! Nice job on altering. Now you can wear that as much as possible - it is terrific on you.<br /> And I am blown away by the newsprint tunic - very cool. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw-black-white-a-little-monet#post-606047 Fri, 27 Apr 2012 23:21:08 +0000 JennyAnne 606047@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Wow! #1 is just so striking. Beautiful! Love the shoes in #6 too. So fun! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw-black-white-a-little-monet#post-606041 Fri, 27 Apr 2012 23:01:37 +0000 Transcona Shannon 606041@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Wow - these are all fab outfits Parsley. You are sooooo in your groove with your style! I can totally see why you love those shoes - swoon! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw-black-white-a-little-monet#post-606005 Fri, 27 Apr 2012 22:24:27 +0000 Parsley 606005@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Thanks, ladies!</p> <p>And especially Angie, thank you so much for the K to theK! I was hoping that those stripes didn't just make me look a mile wide!</p> <p>Diana, the jacket is a lightweight crinkly cotton. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw-black-white-a-little-monet#post-605991 Fri, 27 Apr 2012 22:02:19 +0000 Angie 605991@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I can't get past the first striped dress outfit. That is KILLER to the power of KILLER. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw-black-white-a-little-monet#post-605990 Fri, 27 Apr 2012 22:01:32 +0000 Tanya 605990@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>All the outfits are lovely, but the new shoes steal the show for me. Swoooon! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw-black-white-a-little-monet#post-605985 Fri, 27 Apr 2012 21:54:23 +0000 Meredith1953 605985@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>You look so lovely in all the outfits! Polished and just beautiful. I love the new shoes too! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw-black-white-a-little-monet#post-605972 Fri, 27 Apr 2012 21:39:22 +0000 rae 605972@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Way to boss those dresses around! Looking good, and I love that newspaper print jacket! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw-black-white-a-little-monet#post-605971 Fri, 27 Apr 2012 21:38:59 +0000 Diana 605971@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>The black and white color palette really suits you! I LOVE the newsprint jacket - if that's "artsy old lady" then I want to be one too! What material is it made of? Not paper, I imagine... </p> <p>I love the shoes in #6 too. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw-black-white-a-little-monet#post-605967 Fri, 27 Apr 2012 21:36:23 +0000 amyreh 605967@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I always love black and white! Number 1 is my favorite I think, love it. And I think that newspaper jacket is unique and fun, and the way you've styled it looks great. I would like to steal those Anthro shoes right off of your feet and the pattern mixing with the blue looks fabulous to me! </p>