https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw-still-current Style Advice for Fashion Lovers en-US Thu, 14 May 2026 21:55:11 +0000 http://bbpress.org/?v=1.0.2 q https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/search.php https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw-still-current#post-1416835 Tue, 30 Dec 2014 21:53:40 +0000 cheryle (Dianthus) 1416835@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I don't know if the jacket is current or not but I find a tailored jacket or fine draped knit to be more traditionally&nbsp;flattering on you.&nbsp; Having said that, the color is fab on you so it has a place in your wardrobe if you love it.</p> <p>I read recently (might have been Bridgette Raes book) that a tapered skirt works to minimize the lower body.&nbsp; It sounded counter-intuitive to me but I realize that I prefer my skirts to be a bit narrower at the hem than straight too.</p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw-still-current#post-1416770 Tue, 30 Dec 2014 18:41:47 +0000 Transcona Shannon 1416770@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Joy - the jacket actually is being worn open - it's just hard to tell with this style.</p> <p>Angie - thank you for your input. Maybe I just need to tweak the supporting players with the jacket in order for it to feel better?</p> <p>Adelfa - I hear you about the cardigans. Aren't they delightfully comfy and cozy?</p> <p>Lisa and Suz - the more I look at this outfit the more I'm convinced it's not the jacket in and of itself that's throwing me off - it's the bottom portion of the dress. I need a slimmer bottom half (clothing and me personally - lol!) to balance the boxiness of the jacket.</p> <p>I'm gonna try some other combos in the next few weeks with this jacket and see what works best. Thanks ladies </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw-still-current#post-1416746 Tue, 30 Dec 2014 17:43:06 +0000 lyn67 1416746@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Nothing wrong with the jacket, and I love, LOVE that citron bag!!!! Stay warm, and fabulous, my dear!:-) </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw-still-current#post-1416731 Tue, 30 Dec 2014 17:08:29 +0000 Suz 1416731@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Shannon, I am totally with you on the tapering of the skirt. I don't know what it is, but for myself I also prefer a distinct taper. I still love this jacket, though, and think it deserves a place in your wardrobe!&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw-still-current#post-1416717 Tue, 30 Dec 2014 16:24:40 +0000 Anonymous 1416717@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>This is a bit of a puzzle - which I enjoy &nbsp;I'll admit my eye is drawn to the sleeve length of the jacket , and I realize it's part of the retro cut/look, but somehow it seems like they need to be pushed up, or perhaps shortened even more. &nbsp;There's something there that's looking off to me. &nbsp;I may be just musing aloud . &nbsp;I think your instincts are right about tapering your dress - and it's just being magnified by the boxy cut of the jacket. &nbsp;Pair the jacket with something else and you may get a completely different feel for it. I actually think it would be great with jeans. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw-still-current#post-1416703 Tue, 30 Dec 2014 15:29:50 +0000 Adelfa 1416703@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>To me the outfit looks good. But IKWYM because I haven't worn a blazer once this Fall/Winter. I only have two--a navy Gap Academy, and a gray Theory--but I wore them quite a lot last winter. Not sure what's going on, except I'm loving the oversized cardis. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw-still-current#post-1416689 Tue, 30 Dec 2014 14:46:11 +0000 Angie 1416689@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>The jacket is still plenty current, Shannon. You - and me - have been reaching more for knitwear the past 6 months, so that's probably one reason the jacket was unworn. Now that you are back to wearing dresses, you've rediscovered your jackets.&nbsp;</p> <p>Looks fabulous. xo </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw-still-current#post-1416688 Tue, 30 Dec 2014 14:41:12 +0000 Anonymous 1416688@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>The citron bag really spices things up, and the gorgeous boots keep things modern. If you were wearing this outfit with black pumps and carrying a black bag, the outfit would look very different.<br /> I am wondering if short boxy jackets are returning like shorter boxy tops. Also, how does the jacket look worn open with your outfit? A purple jacket may be hard to replace. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw-still-current#post-1416683 Tue, 30 Dec 2014 14:25:45 +0000 Jaime 1416683@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>The jacket&nbsp;gave me a retro vibe also. Not in a bad way at all, but less in line with your current style as far as I can see. Still looks good though! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw-still-current#post-1416672 Tue, 30 Dec 2014 14:00:14 +0000 kimlee 1416672@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>It seems the other ladies have already addressed the question, so I am just popping in to say that I am drooling over both the boots and your handbag! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw-still-current#post-1416669 Tue, 30 Dec 2014 13:52:46 +0000 Transcona Shannon 1416669@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I think you ladies are quite right - the jacket is a shorter boxy shape, which I used to love, but now not so much. I also think the jacket isn't great paired with this ponte dress. I'm learning that I really prefer a tapered pencil skirt or dress - not body con, but tapered toward the knee to reign in any volume on my lower half. So regardless of the fate of this jacket, I think I'll take this dress to Wonder Woman and have her take it in a bit - I find it a bit too wide and bell shaped on the bottom.</p> <p>Thank you for your wisdom - I do like the color combo of the outfit though. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw-still-current#post-1416666 Tue, 30 Dec 2014 13:44:24 +0000 Thistle 1416666@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I love the citron, as always, and I give you huge kudos for sporting a skirt if it as cold or colder by you as it is by me. We have another Polar Vortex here after a week or so of relatively mild winter weather.</p> <p>As for the jacket . . . It has a very 80s vibe to my eye. No idea why. I feel like it is not as current as so much of your wardrobe. I have no idea if it is still current or on trend. I can say, it is not one of my favorite of your outfits. I feel like it is&nbsp;boxy (which is current, I think) and cropped, but doesn't offer enough structure for you, if that makes sense. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw-still-current#post-1416664 Tue, 30 Dec 2014 13:38:14 +0000 Beth Ann 1416664@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I've got a long travel day, but I popped on for a moment, and I'm always so happy to see your morning post!&nbsp; The pop of citron is awesome, and I love the texture in the boots.</p> <p>I still like the jacket, Shannon.&nbsp; It's a sugar-eye color for me, of course!&nbsp; You've mixed it with classic pieces.&nbsp; What about playing directly into it's retro possibilities?&nbsp; It could read either as a 50's silhouette, or as a late 80's 90's look, too.&nbsp; It might be too much boxy volume overall, but you could try it with your drape front trousers, or with a more tapered pencil.&nbsp; As I type this, I realize that most people would style these with tall boots and/or high heels for the perfect proportions.&nbsp; Still, even though you're petite, you appear taller and longer legged -- it might be fab! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw-still-current#post-1416658 Tue, 30 Dec 2014 12:56:54 +0000 Quietgirl 1416658@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I agree with UmmLila. It might work with a column of color IF you have the same color pant. But I think you answered your own question. You haven't reached for it much in the last six months. Your fashion intuition is speaking to you!</p> <p>I love the color combo, very fashion forward! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw-still-current#post-1416657 Tue, 30 Dec 2014 12:54:38 +0000 donnat 1416657@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I understand why you would think this is tired. Your style has evolved. This outfit is actually very nice. In fact I like it alot. It looks professional, and the bag gives it an unexpected pop of colour. Definitely still current. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw-still-current#post-1416655 Tue, 30 Dec 2014 12:49:42 +0000 UmmLila (Lisa) 1416655@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I like the purple and yellow color pop. I think you might be right about the jacket shape. It almost creates a square on your front, and usually you seem to go for a longer line.</p> <p>I saw your Blondo boots in person the other day at Lord &amp; Taylor while I was out shopping with my daughter. That woven piece on them is such a nice touch. If I had not just bought black knee boots, I would have done a copycat! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw-still-current#post-1416650 Tue, 30 Dec 2014 12:31:07 +0000 Transcona Shannon 1416650@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Today's outfit &nbsp;centres around a jacket and silhouette I've sported for a couple of years now. And as much as I love this jacket, I haven't reached for it very often in the last six months and am wondering if this silhouette is still stylish.</p> <p>I started my outfit with my warm footless leggings (very cold here) and on top of that, popped on a black ponte knit dress. On top of the dress, I added my purple Amber Sun jacket (waving to jacket twin MsMary!) . Knee high Blondo boots for more leg warmth, citron handbag, black/white specs and silver jewelry finish off the outfit.</p> <p>What are your thoughts ladies? Does this FFBO still work or does it look tired? As always, all comments/suggestions welcome.</p> <p> </p>