https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw-easy-peasy-1 Style Advice for Fashion Lovers en-US Wed, 06 May 2026 18:45:07 +0000 http://bbpress.org/?v=1.0.2 q https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/search.php https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw-easy-peasy-1#post-1371478 Tue, 07 Oct 2014 20:22:26 +0000 E 1371478@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Thank you so much ABC! :D<div><br /></div><div>Thnx Columbine!</div><div><br /></div><div>Emily, I’m glad you agree that a dress &amp; tights are super comfy. Neutral tights would definitely be classier, hehe.</div><div><br /></div><div>Thank you Diane! Especially w your sewist eye. :)</div> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw-easy-peasy-1#post-1371443 Tue, 07 Oct 2014 19:19:37 +0000 Anonymous 1371443@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I agree with the others, the teal is super on you and the trench gets a big thumbs up from me! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw-easy-peasy-1#post-1371370 Tue, 07 Oct 2014 17:08:43 +0000 Emily 1371370@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>You look great, E, and I agree that&nbsp;roomy dress and tights are very comfortable - like a sweatshirt and leggings.&nbsp; Personally I'd rather see neutral tights, but you wear that shade of teal beautifully. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw-easy-peasy-1#post-1371329 Tue, 07 Oct 2014 16:02:32 +0000 columbine(erin) 1371329@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Brown and teal look lovely on you! The trench looks to fit well and is a great color. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw-easy-peasy-1#post-1371320 Tue, 07 Oct 2014 15:43:06 +0000 abc 1371320@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I love your creative photography, highlighting little details that might go unnoticed by others. &nbsp;Your descriptions and posts are always a delight to read, too.</p> <p>I gasped when I saw the trench. &nbsp;It looks amazing on you! &nbsp;The color, the cut, the hidden buttons (!!!) - so glad you found and kept it. &nbsp;</p> <p>I like your thought process, "Would I wear this to a YLF meetup?!" - I do that, too! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw-easy-peasy-1#post-1371314 Tue, 07 Oct 2014 15:39:01 +0000 E 1371314@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Thanks Suz! I wish blue-green had its own name, as its my favourite colour, both light and dark, but tricky to talk about. lol And I’m glad the trench passes this time. I must admit I had a good giggle when I put on the old one again and looked in the mirror: I’m not sure what I was thinking.<div><br /></div><div>Lisa, teal should always be in stores: I don’t like how colours cycle. Thanks so much for the compliments!</div><div><br /></div><div>Thanks Diana! I got lucky w it looking good both ways, as of course I was buying it online, so there was no way to predict that. Especially since it was double breasted! I hope you find your own teal blouse soon. :)</div><div><br /></div><div>Thnx Sarah. :)</div><div><br /></div><div>Thank you Meredith! I have a lot of taupe, if not much camel, so I’ll happily combine it with teal even more.</div><div><br /></div><div>Thnx Alasse! It’s funny how much my ‘eye’ has changed over these past few months.</div><div><br /></div><div>Windchime, I was warm enough indoors (and I keep my windows open). I run warm to begin with, and I often have a little pup curled up on/next to me, and she loves blankets, so there’s frequently a blanket in my lap too. And I drink a lot of hot drinks in the morning, which is the coolest part of the day right now. The major factor though is probably that I often use a heating pad to deal with chronic pain issues, which of course is going to make a big difference. Even when I wasn’t using a heating pad I was comfortable though.</div><div><br /></div><div>I hope I use my trench as much as you use yours! I think I will, as most of my coats are heavier.</div><div><br /></div><div>Claire, thanks for the colour reassurance! I’m never as sure about browns. I actually have the fabric to make a similar dress in medium grey, so then I’ll have two options I suppose. Just have to work up the courage to start sewing (well, that and I left my iron in Texas, which makes it difficult to press seams).</div><div><br /></div><div>Thank you Amiable!</div><div><br /></div><div>Thnx Shevia. :)</div><div><br /></div><div>It’s funny you say that Staysfit: right after I took the pics I took Thistle (the pup) for a walk! The old trench was definitely dated w weird 80s shoulders as well as a couple sizes too big. But it was a lovely taupe colour &amp; had a bit of a Victorian frock coat feel, hence why I liked it before I got pickier.</div><div><br /></div><div>Thnx AG!</div><div><br /></div><div>Beth Ann, I actually already have quite a wool coat collection (I added two back in February when I got lucky on Ebay &amp; knew I’d be moving), so I think I’m set there. But I’ll definitely get a lot of use out of the trench! Now I have this one &amp; the robin’s egg one…perhaps at least one more is in my future. I do love my outerwear. ;)</div><div><br /></div><div>I’m glad I’m doing better at fit stuff. The chest looks better when I bother to put on a bra too, but yesterday I just didn’t care. lol</div><div><br /></div><div>Kiwigal, I hope some teal appears for your fall at least! I can see it’s more fall-ish, although I definitely wear it year round.</div><div><br /></div><div>Thank you Thimblelina! I got quite lucky, as I didn’t even bother asking for as many measurements as I usually would (the auction was ending quite soon so I had to make a decision).</div><div><br /></div><div>Thnx Jackie. :)</div> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw-easy-peasy-1#post-1371249 Tue, 07 Oct 2014 13:48:37 +0000 jackiec 1371249@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Fab colour combo </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw-easy-peasy-1#post-1371123 Tue, 07 Oct 2014 08:28:39 +0000 thimblelina 1371123@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Your trench is a real find! A perfect 10 for you I think. And I love your teal. Such a rich &amp; flattering color. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw-easy-peasy-1#post-1371065 Tue, 07 Oct 2014 03:28:37 +0000 Sal 1371065@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Perfect in every way. &nbsp;Love the colour and cut! &nbsp;</p> <p>I also love teal- it probably is more of a fall than spring colour which is why I am struggling to find anything that colour in store here now (NZ spring). </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw-easy-peasy-1#post-1371062 Tue, 07 Oct 2014 03:26:08 +0000 Beth Ann 1371062@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Love that shade of blue and the deep brown together!&nbsp; And well done on the trench --- it has a nice ease to fit (room to layer under) but still follows the lines of your body.&nbsp; </p> <p>You'll need more coats this year! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw-easy-peasy-1#post-1371055 Tue, 07 Oct 2014 03:14:52 +0000 catgirl 1371055@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>That blue brings out your eyes so well!&nbsp; Perfect. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw-easy-peasy-1#post-1371026 Tue, 07 Oct 2014 02:47:24 +0000 Staysfit 1371026@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>This looks great! I have seen a few of your looks now and I feel like this is right in line with what I've seen you wear. I didn't see the previous trench but this fits well. Nice whimsical cat pin! Your dog is so cute! He looks ready for a walk now that he's done modeling for us! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw-easy-peasy-1#post-1371024 Tue, 07 Oct 2014 02:46:35 +0000 Jaime 1371024@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Beautiful - I love it with the trench! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw-easy-peasy-1#post-1370992 Tue, 07 Oct 2014 02:15:01 +0000 amiable 1370992@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Wow - so gorgeous! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw-easy-peasy-1#post-1370931 Tue, 07 Oct 2014 00:57:13 +0000 Anonymous 1370931@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>The cool, dusty brown of your dress is quite flattering on you IMO, so don't wish too hard that it was grey! That trench is the most impeccable cut for your style and figure. I love the pleats, and the center back detail is really fun. It's a perfect fit! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw-easy-peasy-1#post-1370929 Tue, 07 Oct 2014 00:46:59 +0000 Windchime 1370929@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I'm especially enjoying the fall outfits you put together, as your and my climates are now quite similar. I, too, love your teal blouse! I'm wondering if you were warm enough indoors with the dress and blouse; as soon temps dip much below 70°F, I would have to add a topper even indoors. </p> <p>The "new" trench looks like it fits you extremely well, especially compared to the other one, which I remember. Yay for better-trained eyes from YLF! I really like the pleated skirt, and the fit of the waist, which complements your figure.</p> <p>I bought a trench coat last April, and it's been a major go-to piece for me. We had such a cool spring that I wore it all the way into early June. I pulled it out again in mid-September and expect to wear it until close to Thanksgiving, unless temps plummet sooner than that. Really, I don't know how I functioned sartorially without one (not very well, but that's a different story!) May you and your trench have an equally satisfying relationship. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw-easy-peasy-1#post-1370926 Tue, 07 Oct 2014 00:40:05 +0000 Alassë 1370926@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>That shade of teal is a wonderful colour on you, and your new trench is a delight. I'm glad you found a YLF- and E-worthy neutral coat. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw-easy-peasy-1#post-1370919 Tue, 07 Oct 2014 00:27:57 +0000 Meredith 1370919@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Oh my, you are so super cute and you should wear camel and teal all the time! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw-easy-peasy-1#post-1370911 Tue, 07 Oct 2014 00:14:38 +0000 Sarah A 1370911@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>The new trench looks really good! The color and fit really look fantastic on you. The waist seam and swing in the skirt part are a nice detail touch. The teal and brown are fun together! Add me to the list of those admiring your blouse.... </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw-easy-peasy-1#post-1370889 Mon, 06 Oct 2014 23:56:18 +0000 Diana 1370889@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I am jealous of your teal blouse.</p> <p>The trench looks great! &nbsp;I remember the previous one - I think this one is exponentially better in fit and style. &nbsp;It looks good both open and closed, which is sometimes difficult to achieve with a trench, so I think you did well! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw-easy-peasy-1#post-1370887 Mon, 06 Oct 2014 23:55:31 +0000 Anonymous 1370887@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Love it. &nbsp;I have a secret crush on teal too, although it doesn't appear very often in stores, I find. Anyways, again, I love how you own your look, and wear it so well. You look like something out of Lucky magazine &nbsp;Trench is a good score - looks well made and fits perfectly!&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw-easy-peasy-1#post-1370879 Mon, 06 Oct 2014 23:49:24 +0000 Suz 1370879@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>What a gorgeous teal blouse! Or peacock. Or whatever. I love, love, love that colour and love it in combination with the taupey-tan. Great score on the trench, much better than the earlier one for sure! You look perfect for an autumn walk in the wind!&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw-easy-peasy-1#post-1370834 Mon, 06 Oct 2014 23:08:19 +0000 E 1370834@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I didn't want to fuss today, and it had warmed up a bit, so I opted for a long sleeve blouse under a sleeveless dress, unbelted, for maximum floaty ease (no skirt or trouser waist band poking into me! no worrying about tucking stuff in!). Of course, it hadn't warmed up that much, so I also needed to wear tights, which luckily I find very comfy. I thought it'd be fun to match my tights &amp; blouse, since I had both in teal (one of my favourite colours). This silk blouse has lovely little sewn details that make me happy, hence the wrist close up. :)&nbsp;Ideally, this dress would have the waist hit 2-3" lower and be grey, but this is good enough until said dress comes along. I love the dress as pinafore look, and I wish I had more dresses that worked that way!</p> <p>Anyway, I added my little fox brooch and called it a day. For outdoors, it was a bit windy, so I put on my new trench. I didn't get to any thrift stores in September (I've been too busy moving across the country and settling in to my new place!), and I noticed when the weather cooled down that I kept wishing I had a neutral trench coat. I actually thrifted a taupe one back in January or February, and kept it despite the forum's gentle advice that it didn't fit me, because I liked it. But when I put it on, I could tell YLF has improved my eye, and there was no way I was wearing it out of the apartment, lol. So I popped over to ebay and used my thrifting budget to get this trench, made by Halogen.&nbsp;I was thrilled when it arrived: it looks like new condition &amp; I love the pleated skirt. There's also a fun back detail where the middle of the skirt has a column of buttons running up it and can actually be unbuttoned (...for those afternoon riding sessions...or bicycling I suppose...hehe), but I didn't catch that in a photo (the buttons are usually hidden by a pleat unless I twirl). It's ever so slightly warmer than I'd ideally like, but I still think I&nbsp;love it. My new garment test is 'would I wear this to a YLF meet up?', and I'd definitely wear it. That being said, I've included pictures of it open (how I wore it in today's mild weather) and closed, so feel free to let me know if I should stick with one or the other. I don't think the trench is returnable, hence why this isn't a k/r, but I'm always open to feedback. The belt is quite sashlike, so I just tied it quickly for the pics, but let me know if you have suggestions for that! </p> <p>This was certainly fuss free, but I don't know if it was too simple/not figure flattering enough. I'm open to feedback either way, as always.</p>