https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw-maximal-mess Style Advice for Fashion Lovers en-US Wed, 22 Apr 2026 05:01:24 +0000 http://bbpress.org/?v=1.0.2 q https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/search.php https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw-maximal-mess#post-1091361 Wed, 20 Nov 2013 04:10:35 +0000 peacechick 1091361@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I really like it with the necklaces! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw-maximal-mess#post-1091357 Wed, 20 Nov 2013 04:05:38 +0000 amiable 1091357@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Okay, finally another pic. &nbsp;It's not really much more successful than the first, in my opinion. &nbsp;But I did add two necklaces (not pearls, I don't own any. &nbsp;One is multi-strand black, and the other silver. &nbsp;I think I should have just stuck with the black). &nbsp;And I tucked the striped tee's arms up int he plaid, which helped some.</p> <p>I actually find myself liking the challenge of making this look my own. &nbsp;I think you'll be seeing more attempts to copy this in my near future </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw-maximal-mess#post-1091344 Wed, 20 Nov 2013 03:53:46 +0000 Beth Ann 1091344@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>The Intrepid Amiable!&nbsp; Always open to adventure! </p> <p>Yes to tucking sleeves under and adding jewelry, and more refined shoes.&nbsp; Yes to trying things and working through the details! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw-maximal-mess#post-1091340 Wed, 20 Nov 2013 03:49:22 +0000 Neel 1091340@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Clapping hands for trying the look&nbsp;and posting it though you knew ....&nbsp;it didn't *quite* work. &nbsp;I tried a look from Angie's bootcut inspirations yesterday (pic attcd). &nbsp;I looked just plain bleurgh (again the sleeve lengths were the issue)! &nbsp;I didn't even take a pic! &nbsp;It takes courage and ability to laugh at yourself&nbsp;to take one!</p> <p>It's normal to try and fail But IMO you are no where near a fail! &nbsp;Just a simple sleeve crunch should do and you should definitely wear it again over warmer days! &nbsp;I really like the look on you. &nbsp;Suits you and please skip the pearls! &nbsp;Pearls will not read Amy!! &nbsp;Copying outfits to suit our own style is the key. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw-maximal-mess#post-1091329 Wed, 20 Nov 2013 03:33:15 +0000 Gigi 1091329@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I have been liking a lot of very layered looks lately, and I haven't tried to copy anything yet because it seems so very difficult! You are brave to even try!&nbsp;There are so many variables--sleeve length, tightness of each garment, shirt length, bulkiness of overall product, etc. I'm glad to know that I'm not the only one who has a hard time putting this look together. :^) </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw-maximal-mess#post-1091295 Wed, 20 Nov 2013 03:01:48 +0000 Jaime 1091295@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Hmm, before going crazy with jewelry I would play around with the sleeves to make the outer coat the only thing we see and then maybe the tucks. I actually think the colors and patterns work together very nicely on you. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw-maximal-mess#post-1091183 Wed, 20 Nov 2013 01:37:30 +0000 pil 1091183@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Once you tuck the stripe sleeves, what about folding the plaid sleeves back over the utility jacket sleeves? </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw-maximal-mess#post-1091174 Wed, 20 Nov 2013 01:31:01 +0000 Catnip 1091174@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Nothing ventured, nothing gained.&nbsp; I admire you for being able to laugh at yourself... most people can't. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw-maximal-mess#post-1091161 Wed, 20 Nov 2013 01:26:57 +0000 Refugee 1091161@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>10 points for stepping out of your comfort zone and trying this. &nbsp;Does the utility jacket have an internal drawstring? &nbsp;If it does, can you cinch it up a bit to make it look a bit more fitted? &nbsp;It's the feminine bits that make this look (IMO) that makes this a gear-gone-glam outfit that is really fun. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw-maximal-mess#post-1091143 Wed, 20 Nov 2013 01:16:12 +0000 karymk 1091143@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Amy, Looks like the plaid in your inspiration photo is just an accent--you mostly just get it running vertically the length of her chest, sort of as a scarf would do. &nbsp;It might be easier for you just to try that--get a plaid&nbsp;scarf and put it under your olive top piece (pin it in the back of the collar and maybe several points along the way to make it look like a "lining") This way you won't have the plaid exposed at the arms, just the stripes. &nbsp;Plus you will lose some of the bulk from having three layers on at once. &nbsp;When you are ready, add jewelry.</p> <p>K </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw-maximal-mess#post-1091038 Wed, 20 Nov 2013 00:19:14 +0000 Windchime 1091038@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Here are a few tweaks you could do.</p> <p>I'm not laughing here; I'm thinking that with a few super easy tweaks, you can nail this! </p> <p>First, more of your plaid shirt shows on your left side than your right. The model has just a bit of hers showing on both sides. Can you adjust your jacket so it evenly covers your plaid shirt on both sides?</p> <p>Second, try popping the collars of your flannel shirt and your jacket.</p> <p>Third, tuck the ends of your striped shirt sleeves under your flannel shirt sleeves.</p> <p>Finally, add a blingy necklace. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw-maximal-mess#post-1091035 Wed, 20 Nov 2013 00:17:48 +0000 Debora 1091035@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Great job, Amiable! A happy look, for sure. Now I am going to go up and peek in DS's closet to see if he left any flannel shirts behind. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw-maximal-mess#post-1091029 Wed, 20 Nov 2013 00:13:24 +0000 amiable 1091029@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I did add on some necklaces - I'll post another pic yet tonight. &nbsp;</p> <p>I really just tried this for fun - I don't think it's very "me" at all, but I like to play in my wardrobe, and I knew I wasn't seeing anyone today, so I figured it's a good day to experiment &nbsp;And I'm glad I did - you all taught me why it doesn't work (probably the most valuable reason to post the not-working outfits).</p> <p>And I didn't think about a more feminine shoe keruchina - great idea!</p> <p> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw-maximal-mess#post-1091024 Wed, 20 Nov 2013 00:11:07 +0000 carter 1091024@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>You are so much fun. I just love anyone who doesn't take themselves too seriously. You get an A+ for effort in my book!</p> <p>If you didn't find any necklaces, you must go get some. A girl's gotta have bling! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw-maximal-mess#post-1091005 Wed, 20 Nov 2013 00:03:14 +0000 Deborah 1091005@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Darling.... where are your pearls? :)&nbsp; I like the idea of this.&nbsp; There is a lot going here and I wonder if that is 'you'.&nbsp; I would be interested to see you modify this look perhaps to give it more of an amilable vibe. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw-maximal-mess#post-1091000 Wed, 20 Nov 2013 00:01:11 +0000 keruchina 1091000@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I admire your courage both in trying new outfits and in sharing your less successful ones!&nbsp;</p> <p>I think that it's hard to wear two oversized shirts/jackets. I have a hard time not feeling like a lumberjack if I wear one boxy top or jacket, but two seems especially challenging.&nbsp;</p> <p>I also think that throwing on some bling and wearing it with a super feminine shoe could make a huge difference.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw-maximal-mess#post-1090859 Tue, 19 Nov 2013 22:08:11 +0000 Emily 1090859@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Dude, you picked an advanced pin to copy! &nbsp;And props to you for going all out. &nbsp;Definitely this one is all about the details, as has been pointed out.&nbsp;&nbsp;It looks like the plaid shirt is quite crisp, with the collar popped - maybe a quick touch with the iron on your collar? </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw-maximal-mess#post-1090832 Tue, 19 Nov 2013 21:48:55 +0000 Caro in Oz 1090832@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I agree with Anna - the clothes you are wearing are much looser.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw-maximal-mess#post-1090452 Tue, 19 Nov 2013 17:35:44 +0000 annagybe 1090452@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Not just the jewelry the clothes are much more fitted in the pin. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw-maximal-mess#post-1090445 Tue, 19 Nov 2013 17:31:57 +0000 amiable 1090445@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Okay, sleeves are tucked so that it's just green and plaid there&nbsp;- I'll take more pics over lunch. &nbsp;And I'll look to see if I have an appropriate pile of necklaces to add (most of my necklaces are either dainty or bright colored).</p> <p>Thanks for the suggestions. &nbsp;Even though I look like a hot mess, I feel like a happy hot mess &nbsp;I guess I feel like this look, though maximal, is at least intentional looking. &nbsp;The jewelry will make it more so, if I find some </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw-maximal-mess#post-1090399 Tue, 19 Nov 2013 17:05:49 +0000 Suz 1090399@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>What Mary K said! So fun that we both copied her the same day.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw-maximal-mess#post-1090377 Tue, 19 Nov 2013 16:55:12 +0000 catgirl 1090377@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I was just going to say what Mary K and Ceit said - the jewelry is what keeps it from looking like you and the pinned person are going to work the fields.&nbsp; It's an adorable look to my eye, but one where the tiny details have surprising impact.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw-maximal-mess#post-1090357 Tue, 19 Nov 2013 16:48:27 +0000 Anonymous 1090357@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Cute look! I think full-length olive sleeves would be best, but I like Mary's suggestion of tucking the stripey sleeves under. And I think the big mess of jewellery is what makes that first look. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw-maximal-mess#post-1090342 Tue, 19 Nov 2013 16:39:40 +0000 MsMary 1090342@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Try tucking the striped sleeves up under the plaid sleeves.&nbsp; I think it might work if you only had the plaid sleeves and the olive sleees showing.</p> <p>And add a whole bunch of jewelry!&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw-maximal-mess#post-1090341 Tue, 19 Nov 2013 16:38:13 +0000 Marmee 1090341@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I agree that the sleeve length is an issue. &nbsp;Could you scrunch? &nbsp;Other than that, I kind of like the mess! &nbsp;It looks intentional to me. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw-maximal-mess#post-1090335 Tue, 19 Nov 2013 16:35:45 +0000 amiable 1090335@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>MaryK's <a rel="nofollow" href="http://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw-1117-stripes-plaid-leopard-and-boots">outfit the other day</a> reminded me that I have this <a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.pinterest.com/pin/105905028709471745/">look pinned</a>&nbsp;(#2 below), and now have all the pieces to try it.&nbsp;</p> <p>So I did.</p> <p>And it's a mess. &nbsp;I think the biggest problem is that three lengths of sleeves don't work. &nbsp;I think this would have a chance if my utility jacket was full length sleeves, and hid the other two. &nbsp;But it's cold and I want the length.</p> <p>I'm guessing that I'll change before I go anywhere, but since I took the pic, I figure you can all chuckle at my attempt with me :)</p> <p>Are there other problems with this look that I'm not noticing? &nbsp;Is there a way to make this idea work on not-so-maximal me? &nbsp;Please do enjoy the chuckle... </p> </p> <p>(ETA look after taking a few of the suggestions. &nbsp;I'll be trying again sometime soon to make this look work, and make it mine. &nbsp;I love a good challenge, you know. &nbsp;And this seems like a good one )</p>