https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw-help-me-with-my-summer-style-persona Style Advice for Fashion Lovers en-US Sat, 02 May 2026 05:33:56 +0000 http://bbpress.org/?v=1.0.2 q https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/search.php https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw-help-me-with-my-summer-style-persona#post-2056284 Wed, 28 Aug 2019 09:36:10 +0000 Style Fan 2056284@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>You have great style.&nbsp; I would agree with what others have said.&nbsp; RATE classic.&nbsp; Reminds me of Jennifer Aniston. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw-help-me-with-my-summer-style-persona#post-2056083 Tue, 27 Aug 2019 15:22:22 +0000 Christina F. 2056083@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I'm late to this, and you've gotten fabulous input. I just wanted to say I love your style. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw-help-me-with-my-summer-style-persona#post-2056074 Tue, 27 Aug 2019 14:45:44 +0000 Elizabeth P 2056074@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p><div>Funny that TG wants to steal your descriptors, because my gut instinct (like Roxanne) was that your style (which IS distinctive) is a RATE version of her.&nbsp; I say take HER descriptors, swap out the polish for RATE, and you are good to go!</div><div><br /></div> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw-help-me-with-my-summer-style-persona#post-2055891 Mon, 26 Aug 2019 13:42:38 +0000 Mary Beth (formerly LBD) 2055891@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I get a beach and boat culture vibe in your look. Relaxed and casual, with just the right level of being dressy when you need it. I also see just a hint of NE preppy in your blouses.</p> <p>I have a distinct impression of someone out on a boat all afternoon or attending an outdoor concert after you’ve had an oceanfront dinner at the cool new seafood shack that always has a waiting list and live music.</p> <p>I can imagine any of these outfits all the way down the East Coast to about Jacksonville, FL (then you start seeing crazy bright Florida colors).</p> <p>East Coast... Coastal.... </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw-help-me-with-my-summer-style-persona#post-2054912 Thu, 22 Aug 2019 13:15:31 +0000 Anonymous 2054912@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Yes to what everyone else said! The lighter shoes and lace add lightness. I'm thinking tops with lace or crochet would be a nice addition too. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw-help-me-with-my-summer-style-persona#post-2054893 Thu, 22 Aug 2019 12:11:15 +0000 Helena 2054893@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Oh, I LOVE all of these ... I want to figure out your descriptors so that I can incorporate them into my own style! :D</p> <p>I see: classic, relaxed-polish, modern, contrasting neutral, simple/minimal, and a touch of feminine/creative ... like someone took a really classic hairstyle, but then tousled it up a little, to make it perfectly imperfect ... if that makes sense? </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw-help-me-with-my-summer-style-persona#post-2054756 Wed, 21 Aug 2019 18:22:12 +0000 Carla 2054756@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Aspirational summer style. You've got dressing for the season locked! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw-help-me-with-my-summer-style-persona#post-2054737 Wed, 21 Aug 2019 15:56:48 +0000 Marilyn 2054737@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p> <div>I love these outfits!&nbsp; Your style is very similar to mine (except I'm not into button shirts at the moment). &nbsp; I especially like the dress and denim jacket looks.&nbsp; I try to wear dresses and skirts often during the summer....partly because I like them and I feel more put together and partly because if it's too hot for jeans I default to jean shorts.&nbsp; I gravitate to neutrals and solids as well.....I'm currently looking for some metallics for a bit of shine and interest.....that might be something to think about.<br /></div><div><br /></div><div>I see that we're sandal twins!&nbsp; I love SE Gigi's for the minimal look even though they don't offer much support.&nbsp; I have several pair in neutral colours.&nbsp; <br /></div></p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw-help-me-with-my-summer-style-persona#post-2054667 Wed, 21 Aug 2019 12:08:31 +0000 nemosmom 2054667@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I was going to say I see a bit of "urban adventurer" here! Especially the slouchy cognac bag, crossbody styles, and raw hems. I find it a good descriptor for my summer since I spend so much time outside running about in the hot weather, AND have to be ready to switch gears a few times a day: from city, to beach, to mud... sometimes stopping in arctic A/C for errands, lunch, or a break from the heat, so practical footwear, comfort, and functional pieces are key - an adventure, indeed!&nbsp; You look great! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw-help-me-with-my-summer-style-persona#post-2054666 Wed, 21 Aug 2019 12:04:46 +0000 Momo 2054666@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Not enough coffee yet and brain is barely functioning but.... I ADORE number 1! Love love the lace and denim . </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw-help-me-with-my-summer-style-persona#post-2054595 Wed, 21 Aug 2019 00:47:32 +0000 Jaime 2054595@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>You have great style and I nodded along with what everyone said. Casual current classic but also with an eye for a juxtaposition or else perhaps balance and interest - structured bag with less structured clothes, mixing warm neutrals with your black, blue and white and so on. Love your outfits! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw-help-me-with-my-summer-style-persona#post-2054588 Wed, 21 Aug 2019 00:03:06 +0000 SarahD8 2054588@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Great looks, notsaf — I especially like today’s with the mixed neutrals, bit of pattern with the bag, and contrast in scale between your accessories (big bag with large scale pattern vs. delicate necklace). </p> <p>If you’re in the mood for analysis (I always am of course but ymmv) here’s a great blog post about adding interest and intention to summer looks:<br /> <a href="https://mgetsdressed.com/2019/08/18/branching-out-from-chunky-sweaters-and-boots-learning-to-enjoy-spring-and-summer-fashion/" rel="nofollow">https://mgetsdressed.com/2019/.....r-fashion/</a> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw-help-me-with-my-summer-style-persona#post-2054581 Tue, 20 Aug 2019 23:36:37 +0000 notsaf 2054581@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Thank you all so much for your kind words and insights! And Angie "verve and charm" are precious. (If only!)</p> <p>Interesting that several of you have suggested details that echo Angie's blog post re: including a bit of a print, a metallic, or a texture to add dimension. Without layers (e.g. #5), simple classics can go a little flat. The cut-off detail or a good bag can add dimension, but maybe there should a printed button-down or a silver sandal on my wish-list for next summer.</p> <p>I don't think of myself as "edgy," but I see what you're seeing with the distressed denim and toughening up things that would otherwise be too pretty (that lace dress: a workhorse and a star!) with other elements.</p> <p>I stole this straight from nemosmom, but today I was&nbsp;toying around with the idea of "urban adventurer" and it really crystalized something: ready for the road (including lots of time spent outdoors; lots of walking and sweating), much less buttoned-up and more rumpled than my winter look, and nothing overly precious (no silk here). It was amazing what a pleasure traipsing through the city was in 90-degree heat thinking of it like an adventure -- as in style, so in life!</p> <p>BTW, here's WIW today after this morning's comments. Thanks again!</p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw-help-me-with-my-summer-style-persona#post-2054557 Tue, 20 Aug 2019 21:03:00 +0000 rachylou 2054557@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Cute pieces! I like Angie’s Verve &amp; Charm. I see *boho luxe.* </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw-help-me-with-my-summer-style-persona#post-2054552 Tue, 20 Aug 2019 20:36:43 +0000 Anonymous 2054552@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I love all these looks. &nbsp;You make summer dressing look easy! &nbsp;That first black dress is especially gorgeous on you. &nbsp;</p> <p>Although I personally am not good at defining a style moniker, I enjoyed reading the thoughts of others. &nbsp;I think they offer great ideas for you to consider. &nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw-help-me-with-my-summer-style-persona#post-2054549 Tue, 20 Aug 2019 20:09:31 +0000 Sal 2054549@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I love your style and would happily steal all the items in the first two pics!!</p> <p>I see a simple colour palette, a relaxed elegance ( which is what I want) and texture. You look fantastic.</p> <p>These looks do have texture and I agree with Kathie above. Angie’s blog today gives some other ideas - you are doing them but it might prompt further ones.</p> <p>I have a black lace dress that I might play around with wearing more casually. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw-help-me-with-my-summer-style-persona#post-2054530 Tue, 20 Aug 2019 17:57:50 +0000 Liesbeth 2054530@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I had trouble with summer style for a long time too. Now that I've embraced my tomboy tendencies, it's better. If I were you, I'd focus on these recurring rlements:<br /> -neutrals, and quite androgynous ones at that<br /> - combining relaxed with structured items<br /> -shirt collars<br /> - relative minimalism: let a few well-chosen items do the talking</p> <p>It goes against the frilly, colorful and boho tendencies of most summer clothes but it's not impossible! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw-help-me-with-my-summer-style-persona#post-2054515 Tue, 20 Aug 2019 15:30:59 +0000 Angie 2054515@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I see a very distinctive style<b> notsaf</b>, and you look FABULOUS. You're a RATE &amp; Relaxed Modern Classic with verve and charm. Tight colour palette too. You look splendid in high heat!</p> <p>I LOVE THAT LACE DRESS.&nbsp;</p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw-help-me-with-my-summer-style-persona#post-2054506 Tue, 20 Aug 2019 14:58:24 +0000 smittie 2054506@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Rough around the edges.<br /> I see you as a modern classic casual neutral dresser. </p> <p>My style is similar to yours but I seem to incorporate a bit more athleisure (leggings, t-shirts). </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw-help-me-with-my-summer-style-persona#post-2054502 Tue, 20 Aug 2019 14:34:24 +0000 notsaf 2054502@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Hahaha. Thank you all for seeing coherence here where I wasn't! This is helping!</p> <p>Newbie question: what is RATE? </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw-help-me-with-my-summer-style-persona#post-2054498 Tue, 20 Aug 2019 14:03:38 +0000 Roxanna 2054498@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I love these outfits! especially the punchy details like the bags. They remind me a bit of Toronto Girl's outfits but with a RATE edge. Modern polished with an edge? Jennifer Aniston with an edgy twist? </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw-help-me-with-my-summer-style-persona#post-2054496 Tue, 20 Aug 2019 14:00:55 +0000 kellygirl 2054496@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Killer modern casual style. Love these!! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw-help-me-with-my-summer-style-persona#post-2054493 Tue, 20 Aug 2019 13:44:27 +0000 catherine 2054493@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I think you’re classic with a little edge. Seems to suit you perfectly and I really like your outfits. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw-help-me-with-my-summer-style-persona#post-2054492 Tue, 20 Aug 2019 13:28:36 +0000 Suz 2054492@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Another Queen Blue and white! Welcome to the Court! You have terrific style. I’d call it casual with edge. It seems you like to juxtapose crisp with relaxed, pretty with tough, bling with simplicity and ruggedness. And it works! </p> <p>I wear vast amounts of blue and white. My style skews a bit more crisp and classic/preppy but I also use the trick of worn denim with pretty or crisp to make it more interesting. Adding a bit of shine (for me silver, for you maybe copper gold or bronze) and a few subtle patterns might be fun. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw-help-me-with-my-summer-style-persona#post-2054491 Tue, 20 Aug 2019 13:28:02 +0000 notsaf 2054491@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Bijou and Kathie, thank you both!</p> <p>I've been thinking about gingham and white-on-black stripe, so your comment about black-and-white patterns is on that wavelength... </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw-help-me-with-my-summer-style-persona#post-2054449 Tue, 20 Aug 2019 12:28:40 +0000 Kathie 2054449@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I’m seeing denim, high contrast, and outfit juxtaposition. There’s a mix of crisp, classic, with the white shirts, and a more relaxed vibe with the dresses. Would you want to add more white pieces (denim jacket, skirt) or perhaps some more dresses with a graphic navy/white or black/white print? Or perhaps expand the brown/tan neutrals that you’re using in accessories? (I’m with you, that summer is hard.) </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw-help-me-with-my-summer-style-persona#post-2054439 Tue, 20 Aug 2019 11:50:27 +0000 notsaf 2054439@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Finds here: </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw-help-me-with-my-summer-style-persona#post-2054438 Tue, 20 Aug 2019 11:49:55 +0000 Bijou 2054438@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>You have great style notsaf and your WIWs remind me of Sal’s style, which I think she calls modern classic and Euro chic. You definitely have the legs for shorts and the clean lines and neutral palette really suits you. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw-help-me-with-my-summer-style-persona#post-2054436 Tue, 20 Aug 2019 11:40:43 +0000 notsaf 2054436@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Hi fabbers,</p> <p>High summer is (thankfully!) almost over here in the NE, though temps may continue to pop into the 90's and 80's for another month or so: a good time to look back on some of the most successful looks of the season and synthesize what I learned.</p> <p>Summer is always a challenge for me, because I run hot, prefer darker colors, and like to repeat looks (harder without running the laundry all the time when I'm sweating into everything every day!). </p> <p>The convos we've been having here on the forum, too, have made me realize that I don't have a strong style identity for the summer and that, if I did, I might be able to embrace it (and enjoy it!) more.</p> <p>So here're a few WIW's from the last couple of months that are outfits I really enjoyed wearing. I'm having trouble identifying a through-line, so maybe you can help!</p> <p>Thanks for looking!</p> <p>(Will add finds below; great KG bag in #3 used for styling only and returned in NAS) </p>