https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw-quirky-layers Style Advice for Fashion Lovers en-US Sat, 09 May 2026 02:52:10 +0000 http://bbpress.org/?v=1.0.2 q https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/search.php https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw-quirky-layers#post-1368640 Fri, 03 Oct 2014 18:27:50 +0000 Anonymous 1368640@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I loved reading your post and loved the outfit even more! What lovely colours and proportions. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw-quirky-layers#post-1368625 Fri, 03 Oct 2014 18:06:28 +0000 Alassë 1368625@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>The scrollwork on that belt is beautiful, E.&nbsp;I see you've got your camera set-up again. I like the way burgundy is echoed in the outfit, and also the colour contrast between burgundy &amp; your coat (taupe?). And then of course burgundy + your dress pair so well. The last pictures is very cute with the layered skirts brought to the fore.&nbsp;Now I want to try the skirt-over-skirt look! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw-quirky-layers#post-1368452 Fri, 03 Oct 2014 14:17:27 +0000 E 1368452@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Aubergine, I love how well they work together too. I wonder if I’ll be able to find another combination that works similarly: I think all of my other dresses are solids. That’s a good point about the jacket free version!<div><br /></div><div>Thanks Suz! I have to admit, it made me want to make a couple petticoat-like slips for wearing under skirts. ;)</div><div><br /></div><div>Thnx Shevia!</div><div><br /></div><div>AG, I am in an urban neighbourhood in a city, but not *the* city, hehe. I don’t think I’d care for that kind of population density. Although as I said, I’m planning a visit via train already!</div><div><br /></div><div>Thank you Diana! I’d love to see your version of the layering.</div><div><br /></div><div>Awww: thnx GoldenPig! You made me smile &amp; blush. Since my move I do feel like I’m much closer to my fantasy self: I’m eagerly awaiting snow.</div><div><br /></div><div>Thanks Jenny!</div><div><br /></div><div>Thank you Angie. I remember dressing up &amp; playing Little House on the Prairie with my friends when I was little. All I need is a bonnet. hehe</div><div><br /></div><div>Thnx Tanya! As I said to Aida, I’m trying to expand my burgundy items, so I can wear it more.</div> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw-quirky-layers#post-1368441 Fri, 03 Oct 2014 14:09:30 +0000 Tanya 1368441@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Such pretty layers!&nbsp; You are so creative, love the back story.&nbsp; Burgundy is super flattering on you. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw-quirky-layers#post-1368440 Fri, 03 Oct 2014 14:08:58 +0000 Angie 1368440@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I like the look in #3. Fun Prairie Chic. xo </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw-quirky-layers#post-1368369 Fri, 03 Oct 2014 10:35:24 +0000 Jenny H 1368369@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Fun outfit and inspiration!! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw-quirky-layers#post-1368317 Fri, 03 Oct 2014 05:40:00 +0000 goldenpig 1368317@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Wow! I'm smitten with this whole outfit! Love the matchy matchy burgundy socks and "apron" skirt, and the dress that looks like toile, and the matching coat and booties. And I love that you dressed in theme to honor the book! You don't need a fantasy you...you're living the fantasy! So creative! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw-quirky-layers#post-1368305 Fri, 03 Oct 2014 05:06:20 +0000 Diana 1368305@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I love burgundy on you!&nbsp; I can see that it's actually an abstract pattern but from a distance the dress pattern looks like toile.&nbsp; I think you really succeeded in conveying the feel of a vintage Victorian day dress with the layered skirt.&nbsp; You know, it's funny, I've on occasion layered a short, tunic-style dress over a longer skirt but never the other way around.&nbsp; I have a full green shirtdress that might work for this look... so maybe I'll play around with that.&nbsp; Thanks for the idea! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw-quirky-layers#post-1368216 Fri, 03 Oct 2014 03:21:18 +0000 catgirl 1368216@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Oh, that makes much more sense&nbsp;- I was wondering how you were managing to live such a country lifestyle in the big city!&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw-quirky-layers#post-1368214 Fri, 03 Oct 2014 03:20:14 +0000 Jaime 1368214@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Looks great and I love the details of the pin and the belt to make it extra special. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw-quirky-layers#post-1368211 Fri, 03 Oct 2014 03:17:20 +0000 Suz 1368211@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>This is so, so pretty on you! I love the layer over -- it makes the dress a petticoat. And I love it both ways -- with booties and coat and the indoor version. Very clever and creative and a fun nod to what you are reading.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw-quirky-layers#post-1368153 Fri, 03 Oct 2014 02:25:13 +0000 Anonymous 1368153@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Love the idea of layering a skirt over a dress! These two work especially well together, I think. Almost like they're meant to go to together.</p> <p>I almost like the version without the jacket better just because it really lets the unusual layering&nbsp;come to the forefront. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw-quirky-layers#post-1368144 Fri, 03 Oct 2014 02:18:04 +0000 E 1368144@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Thank you AG! So many nice words, my ears are starting to tingle. I aim for a sort of vintage-but-not-costume look a lot of the time, so your analysis makes me feel pleased. (And just to clarify, you know I moved to NY state, right? Not NYC? Although I do hope to visit it someday soon!)<div><br /></div><div>Thnx BJ. :)</div><div><br /></div><div>Thank you TexStyle! That was very kind of you to say! The pup was in the pics before I cropped them: there’s a couch next to my right side &amp; she was watching from there.</div><div><br /></div><div>Thanks Ornella. I like the coat option too: I’d have to play around to make it work without a topper I think. Definitely would have to change the belt!&nbsp;</div><div><br /></div><div>Thank you Joy! I do love having fun with my closet. :D</div><div><br /></div><div>Thnx Aida! I’m working on building a little burgundy capsule: I’m almost done knitting my first sweater &amp; it’s a heathered burgundy, so I’m glad to hear it’s a good colour on me. The booties are Timberland: they were my first booties ever, bought in 2012. I love them for bookending but only when the weather permits!&nbsp;</div> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw-quirky-layers#post-1368017 Fri, 03 Oct 2014 00:02:22 +0000 Aida 1368017@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Wow, burgundy is a fabulous color for you Eva. I really like seeing all the layers, especially with the topper for extra interest. Great little booties, too! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw-quirky-layers#post-1367939 Thu, 02 Oct 2014 22:39:24 +0000 Anonymous 1367939@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I love this on you and the background story. That is really having fun with fashion. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw-quirky-layers#post-1367934 Thu, 02 Oct 2014 22:34:13 +0000 Ornella 1367934@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I am blown away by where you find the inspiration and how you've interpreted it.</p> <p>Burgundy is gorgeous on you. Matchy match between socks and skirt is a wonderful sight. I like the option with the coat&nbsp;as&nbsp;my eye seeks the balance for the bottom layers. And I like this very belt, but it would be interesting to see the&nbsp;brighter one too.</p> <a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.pinterest.com/pin/create/extension/"></a><a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.pinterest.com/pin/create/extension/"></a> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw-quirky-layers#post-1367906 Thu, 02 Oct 2014 21:58:50 +0000 texstyle 1367906@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>You have such a great eye for color and proportions that always seem to work for you in just the right way. Having colder weather is going to give you even more room for your creativity. You look great, love the dress and everything else! </p> <p>But wait...where's cute puppy? </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw-quirky-layers#post-1367905 Thu, 02 Oct 2014 21:57:38 +0000 bj1111 1367905@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>the topper adds another layer...how fun </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw-quirky-layers#post-1367903 Thu, 02 Oct 2014 21:56:33 +0000 catgirl 1367903@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>that dress is so perfect for you!&nbsp; The layers are interesting here without being too busy or complex - they just look like a practical wearing of clothing.&nbsp; And you could totally be from another century in this look but also 2014 NYC. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw-quirky-layers#post-1367863 Thu, 02 Oct 2014 21:18:44 +0000 E 1367863@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I'm reading an excellent book called The Needle's Eye at the moment, and it's all about style and sewing and women from various classes in 18th century New England. It's so enjoyable &amp; I loved the chapter that lets you peek into the actual wardrobes of people who lived back then! Aprons were quite popular for most of the century, and it made me want to try layering on bottom instead of top. So I found a shorter skirt and longer dress and tried it out: I quite enjoyed the final effect! I do realise it won't be to everyone's taste though, and I'm not sure how many other versions I could manage, as most of my dresses &amp; skirts are similar lengths. This is a fairly busy dress, but I added my bee brooch as a subtle touch and then my other silver jewelry.</p> <p>It was a bit brisk outside&nbsp;for a sleeveless dress, so I knew I'd need to add a topper. Apparently most 18th century dresses had mid-length (vs full length)&nbsp;sleeves, and the 'split dress' which showed off the wearer's petticoat was quite popular, so this coat seemed a fun nod to those long ago trends. As there was no rain forecasted, I could wear my taupe booties, and of course I added my burgundy socks to repeat the colour. I can't resist matchy matchy footwear options. ;)</p> <p>Feedback and critiques welcome! I showed you the topper-free shot as that's what I'm wearing inside: if I were to wear it outside I think I'd switch my belt for a lighter one and find a way to bring the burgundy up towards my face to balance out the weight of the extra skirt. But the coat neatly solved those issues for me. Anyway, it's interesting that right now so much of fashion is about layering on top but we don't often see bottoms layered. That seems to be shifting though: I remember Inge's links about dresses over trousers. I'll have to try that soon! </p>