https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw-distressed-flares-w-review Style Advice for Fashion Lovers en-US Sun, 05 Apr 2026 12:13:26 +0000 http://bbpress.org/?v=1.0.2 q https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/search.php https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw-distressed-flares-w-review#post-1653760 Mon, 02 May 2016 13:37:20 +0000 Roxanna 1653760@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>@Column - wow! thank you so much for the time and the compendium and information! I will come back to it again and again. i do find that knowing I am short/normal waisted vs. long torso has helped me in choosing styles that flatter me, and that was interesting learning for me, too. I am quite well versed in the J Crew preppy look - it's one of my main style personas - but I never thought of it having to do with body shape; interesting take. So much to learn and reflect onf rom your comment! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw-distressed-flares-w-review#post-1653517 Sun, 01 May 2016 21:17:37 +0000 MsGreer 1653517@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>The jeans look awesome and the fading is just right with the top. Very nice look </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw-distressed-flares-w-review#post-1653346 Sun, 01 May 2016 11:22:13 +0000 Column 1653346@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Hi Roxanna,<br /> I'll join the chorus and sing these jeans' praises; they are truly spectacular on you! Like others, I would never have guessed you are petite--and this, from a petite pear, herself, albeit 5'4" to your 5'3". We share similar fashion challenges. although (as I say too much on this forum), I am decidedly short-legged. But discovering my VERTICAL body type has changed EVERYTHING for me; conventional advice for petite pears doesn't work iif the long torso/short leg ratio isn't taken into account (like full skirts with fitted waists, which make me look like either a bell or upside down cupcake). :)<br /> What this means for you: You say you are short-waisted, which may be true (my eye isn't that trained), and if so, is opposite me. In that case, you could try matching your belts to the color of your tops rather than your jeans. Do experiment, as you will discover why you have preferred one way or another over the years.<br /> As for tops: Conventional pear advice still works here, especially with the higher-rise jeans (the trick to elongating the leg line, as well as the flare bottom that balances the hips, and of course, heels). I love the advice to put the emphasis on "I": lighter, whiter, brighter, wider on top. Boat necks are great, as are horizontal stripes. The standard preppy J Crew look (for lack of a better visual) that Kate Middleton recently wore is an easy pick for you in any color combo you like. There should be inexpensive "replikates" at Gap, Old Navy, etc. I also LOVE what I will call the "Aida slouch," or oversized Tees with slight v-necks (drawing the eye downward) half- tucked. Banded bottom sweaters (cowl necks to add bulk on top come to mind) with or without faux-tucking work, as do adding scarves to just about anything (you have to play with scarf shape--I like infinities and Vs with tassels that don't go beyond my waistline). Also, keep the arm-length at 3/4 or elbow at longest to create a horizontal above the hip.<br /> Finally, notice that none of the above suggestions are particularly 70s. Since skinnies are anathema to me, I find I can wear flares that hug my thighs with anything others typically pair with skinnies, including tunic tops that aren't too long or are faux-, partial-, or diagonally tucked. Of course, bell sleeves and peasant blouses take you back to the decade you wish to avoid--so eliminate those if you wish. And on color: choosing the same or neighboring colors (grays, greens, and blues of the same intensity as the distressed denim ) will elongate the entire body in a column of color (my handle, my first fashion trick)! That's all I got! Hope it helps!! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw-distressed-flares-w-review#post-1653259 Sun, 01 May 2016 02:41:59 +0000 Jaime 1653259@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Love the jeans on you!&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw-distressed-flares-w-review#post-1653227 Sat, 30 Apr 2016 23:15:11 +0000 Roxanna 1653227@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Thanks so much ladies for all the sweet words and the wisdom! It's so surprising to me that you say my legs look long and that they are keepers - given that I think I am relatively short-waisted, pear-shaped petite, I wouldn't have touched these jeans with a ten foot pole before. But you ladies have inspired me to take risks with my fashion and go outside my comfort zone in terms of what I think is conventionally figure flattering, which is really exciting to me.&nbsp;</p> <p>That's why I like to see threads even on things I wouldn't consider (like cropped flares) - they open my mind to fashion possibilities and inspire me to be more daring.</p> <p>@smittie - I totally agree - these jeans had the surprising effect of holding it all in! And I adore the idea of a cocoon coat. I will try that next time.</p> <p>@Tanya - I like the idea of a moto and soft blouse - that's how I've worn my other flares, come to think of it. Will have to try that, </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw-distressed-flares-w-review#post-1652998 Sat, 30 Apr 2016 12:53:50 +0000 Janet 1652998@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>The jeans look amazing on you! The way you've styled them is great. I usually keep it simple with flares like you've done here. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw-distressed-flares-w-review#post-1652997 Sat, 30 Apr 2016 12:49:55 +0000 Momo 1652997@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>They look really good on you. Particularly like the whole look with th jacket too. Nice! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw-distressed-flares-w-review#post-1652992 Sat, 30 Apr 2016 12:32:00 +0000 Anonymous 1652992@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I think you look great.<br /> You don't look "hippy".<br /> My high waist jeans actually have a bit of a hip *slimming * effect on me. The long rise seems to smush in some of the little extra weight.<br /> I think a 3/4 length coat without lapels, or any cocoon shape would urbanize these. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw-distressed-flares-w-review#post-1652933 Sat, 30 Apr 2016 03:49:59 +0000 Mac 1652933@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Jeans look great and my heavens - you have the prettiest smile!!!! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw-distressed-flares-w-review#post-1652873 Sat, 30 Apr 2016 01:00:56 +0000 Aida 1652873@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Jeans look excellent on you! Styled nicely here too, kind of a 70s light sort of thing. No good advice on how to de-70s though, because that's my favorite way to wear mine You could take it out of the decade fairly easily by paring with something that has a more decidedly 80s slant. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw-distressed-flares-w-review#post-1652840 Fri, 29 Apr 2016 23:49:01 +0000 Anonymous 1652840@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Agreeing with others: these jeans make your legs look so long! Love the high waist and your pairing with the jacket and shoes. Thanks for doing the research and sharing your results! YLF! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw-distressed-flares-w-review#post-1652824 Fri, 29 Apr 2016 23:26:41 +0000 RobinF 1652824@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I think they look great, I also would have thought you much taller. I like the grey hair too, wish I was brave enough to stop coloring. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw-distressed-flares-w-review#post-1652809 Fri, 29 Apr 2016 23:09:52 +0000 catgirl 1652809@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>These are perfect on you.&nbsp; I love when other people do all the research - now I need to check these out. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw-distressed-flares-w-review#post-1652712 Fri, 29 Apr 2016 19:36:52 +0000 BrieN 1652712@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>You look wonderful and those jeans are 10 out of 10 </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw-distressed-flares-w-review#post-1652710 Fri, 29 Apr 2016 19:31:58 +0000 shedev 1652710@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I like the whole outfit. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw-distressed-flares-w-review#post-1652684 Fri, 29 Apr 2016 18:25:22 +0000 rachylou 1652684@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>These jeans love you. Love you! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw-distressed-flares-w-review#post-1652680 Fri, 29 Apr 2016 18:23:21 +0000 Anonymous 1652680@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>What a great look! The jeans are really good on you. Awesome shoes too! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw-distressed-flares-w-review#post-1652669 Fri, 29 Apr 2016 18:16:05 +0000 Anonymous 1652669@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>What a wonderful look! The shoes and jacket look great together and the jeans are fab. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw-distressed-flares-w-review#post-1652650 Fri, 29 Apr 2016 17:48:05 +0000 UmmLila (Lisa) 1652650@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Excellent jeans on you -- you look so tall! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw-distressed-flares-w-review#post-1652595 Fri, 29 Apr 2016 16:13:39 +0000 cjh 1652595@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>The jeans are fab. Great fit and color, and very nice with the plain top, and neutral-related jacket and cool shoes. This outfit can't be beat, though the other suggested combos above sound like good options.</p> <p>Your hair and makeup are SOOOO pretty.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw-distressed-flares-w-review#post-1652569 Fri, 29 Apr 2016 15:17:54 +0000 Anonymous 1652569@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>The jeans are great on you! &nbsp;Perfect fit, and very flattering. They certainly are leg lengthening, and with those cool shoes.......very nice :)</p> <p>I'm always interested in how to keep a flared jean urban and modern looking too - which is probably why I never wear the one pair I have. &nbsp;I'd go with a leather moto and a soft blouse - as Tanya suggested. &nbsp;I wonder what a fitted blazer and striped t would look like too.... </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw-distressed-flares-w-review#post-1652554 Fri, 29 Apr 2016 14:49:42 +0000 Tanya 1652554@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>What an amazing outfit!&nbsp; I especially like the shoes and the jeans fit you so well.&nbsp; You could also try a moto as a topper or a soft blouse instead of the tee. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw-distressed-flares-w-review#post-1652552 Fri, 29 Apr 2016 14:45:15 +0000 DJP 1652552@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Those jeans are wonderful on you.......the entire outfit is terrific. I looked at the pictures first and thought to myself "Of course she looks fantastic, she's probably 5ft 9" Imagine my delight when I read that you are 5 ft 3! Just perfection Roxanna and thank you for the detailed review of the jeans. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw-distressed-flares-w-review#post-1652539 Fri, 29 Apr 2016 14:06:45 +0000 marianna 1652539@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Nice! They look fantastic on you. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw-distressed-flares-w-review#post-1652538 Fri, 29 Apr 2016 13:49:37 +0000 Roxanna 1652538@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I bought these distressed flares recently after seeing and loving a pair on Una. Trendy jeans are a bit out of my comfort zone, but I actually am loving the way they make me feel and refresh my look!</p> <p>I'm not into spending a ton of money on jeans, so i tried out this look from The Gap. I researched carefully and finally decided on these ones because of the great reviews...and let me say, they were 100% right (and less than $30 CDN on sale! Wow!) The cotton/spandex ratio is bang-on - you feel hugged in but they don't have too much give. The colour is perfect for me and I like the light distressing so i can wear them to work. The rise hits my belly button, and the pocket placement on the rear is good. For reference, I am 5'3" pear shape and i bought the petites; I tried the regular ones too (short length) and though I found the rise the same, the leg was a little too short for me.</p> <p>Jeans: Gap<br /> Blazer: Ancient, Banana Republic - has narrowly survived many purges, but I think the colour, studs and the light weight may make it a go-to for me this summer<br /> Linen tee: BR<br /> Shoes: Also old (4 years?) From Winners. i love the hardware and ribbon laces on these, as well as the soft taupe nubuck. They seem to add a modern edge to everything I own.&nbsp;</p> <p>As always, comments and constructive suggestions welcome. Do these make my pear-shaped figure look to hippy with the distressing and lighter wash? Feel free to be honest. Usually I stay with dark wash skinnies, so this is quite the departure.&nbsp;</p> <p>What else would you wear these with to keep them urban and modern looking (don't like to stray too much into 70's territory...) </p>