https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw-trying-a-new-silhouette---doesnt-work Style Advice for Fashion Lovers en-US Sat, 23 May 2026 12:43:56 +0000 http://bbpress.org/?v=1.0.2 q https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/search.php https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw-trying-a-new-silhouette---doesnt-work#post-754978 Tue, 23 Oct 2012 03:34:15 +0000 Deborah 754978@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Empire line tops have been very popular and I must admit I find them a bit dated...but they are kind of cute. I would wear a camisole under the tunic with a straight, lower cut neckline. Then I would swap out the shoes for a ballet flat and no socks - show some foot skin to balance the skin showing at the neckline and the bare lower arms. This has the making of a pretty put together outfit. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw-trying-a-new-silhouette---doesnt-work#post-754957 Tue, 23 Oct 2012 03:09:47 +0000 N-Marie 754957@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I think you have the beginning of a nice look, actually. I agree with the advice to replace the loafers with boots or booties and the V-neck shirt with a cami.</p> <p>It's a bit hard to tell whether the fit of the tunic (or even the undergarments) around the bust could be improved- it could just be the angle of the photo but perhaps something to consider.</p> <p>amiable, would love to see your revised version! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw-trying-a-new-silhouette---doesnt-work#post-754952 Tue, 23 Oct 2012 03:01:09 +0000 JulieJohn 754952@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Perhaps the tunic is a tad long. Can we see it tucked up under the empire waist to shorten it? Otherwise, not a bad start. It kind of reminds me of a sci-fi look. Thanks for sharing! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw-trying-a-new-silhouette---doesnt-work#post-754943 Tue, 23 Oct 2012 02:52:39 +0000 Ariadne 754943@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I'd like to see the same outfit with a simple black cami under the top and either booties, tall boots, or loafers or oxfords with no socks. I think the socks and the top under the tunic are the main issues. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw-trying-a-new-silhouette---doesnt-work#post-754846 Tue, 23 Oct 2012 01:00:47 +0000 amiable 754846@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Yes, shiny, I completely see your point. And I love the idea of a mustard top underneath and my light boots (which I haven't posted yet - but they're almost mustard colored too), and dark skinnies or maroon. </p> <p>I'm not completely sold on keeping trying empire waists either though - I have a few other tunics that I want to try over leggings. It's something that I really like the idea of (leggings), but don't have a clue on how to pull off.</p> <p>Which is why I appreciate all your help so much! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw-trying-a-new-silhouette---doesnt-work#post-754819 Tue, 23 Oct 2012 00:13:37 +0000 shiny 754819@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Hmm. I may be all wrong here, but here's my two shiny penny's, for what it's worth.</p> <p>Yes, the tunic style may be a little dated, I suppose. But I'm not sure that is what is going on here. To my eye, it's the color pairing of black + cobalt. Hear me out on this one.</p> <p>This is why I resisted cobalt for the longest time. Because I'd done that trend TO DEATH. And cobalt + black -- to me -- seems dated. I could be entirely wrong, and it's not dated, I'm just personally tired of it.</p> <p>I wear a lot of cobalt. I try NOT to pair it with too much black. </p> <p>So how about this same top with burgundy skinnies? Or dark wash skinnies, with leopard or snakeskin booties? Or how about a mustard tee underneath with taupe booties? </p> <p>See where I'm going here? </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw-trying-a-new-silhouette---doesnt-work#post-754780 Mon, 22 Oct 2012 23:31:02 +0000 amiable 754780@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Thanks a ton for all your suggestions! I tried subbing out the shoes for light colored cowboy boots and adding a bracelet and pendant and lower cut under-shirt. (But it's too dark now to take pics and my camera is dead). I agree with you that the empire waist is too high - and that the empire waist in general is dating the outfit. I really appreciate all your help!</p> <p>(Eventually I may have pics of more options with this outfit - just not today) </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw-trying-a-new-silhouette---doesnt-work#post-754762 Mon, 22 Oct 2012 23:15:38 +0000 krishnidoux 754762@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Footwear is the issue! Booties for sure, or ballet flats. </p> <p>There is also a fit issue around the breast. Can't tell exactly what, but the band seems too tight, or too high, or the collar is too big. </p> <p>The colour is beautiful though! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw-trying-a-new-silhouette---doesnt-work#post-754757 Mon, 22 Oct 2012 23:08:58 +0000 D'Ellen 754757@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I really like the color and pattern of the top. I agree that a cami and boots/booties would elevate this outfit. Give it another try! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw-trying-a-new-silhouette---doesnt-work#post-754753 Mon, 22 Oct 2012 23:00:00 +0000 bj1111 754753@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>how's the bra situation? perhaps refreshing could start here? </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw-trying-a-new-silhouette---doesnt-work#post-754729 Mon, 22 Oct 2012 22:23:44 +0000 Carole 754729@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I'm thinking a cami under the tunic and some tall boots would be great! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw-trying-a-new-silhouette---doesnt-work#post-754727 Mon, 22 Oct 2012 22:20:57 +0000 deb 754727@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>The colors are great, the shoes that seem off to me. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw-trying-a-new-silhouette---doesnt-work#post-754717 Mon, 22 Oct 2012 22:06:43 +0000 Mochi 754717@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I agree that it's not nearly as bad as you think. I don't like that it's fitted right under the bust either. Other than that, it's actually a cute basis that probably could be tweaked with one or two bright accessories to work well. The footwear may be too plain for the outfit. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw-trying-a-new-silhouette---doesnt-work#post-754716 Mon, 22 Oct 2012 22:05:53 +0000 Karie 754716@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I love the cobalt color, it looks fantastic on you! The tunic is very pretty, and I think the shirt under it is fine, but I would probably wear a cami unless it is too cold out for that. How about booties with this outfit? Black booties would be fantastic, or if you are daring, perhaps booties in a funky color? </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw-trying-a-new-silhouette---doesnt-work#post-754712 Mon, 22 Oct 2012 22:03:35 +0000 catgirl 754712@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>This is not as as bad as you think, but I find that style of empire top a bit dated (fitted under the bust, as opposed to a bit looser). I agree a different top underneath would help too. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw-trying-a-new-silhouette---doesnt-work#post-754698 Mon, 22 Oct 2012 21:52:07 +0000 nk123 754698@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Love the colors. I believe cobalt and black are very on trend. I think you have the beginnings of a great outfit. The leggings and tunic are figure flattering. I would consider a lower cut top under the tunic ( maybe a camisole?) and change the footwear a bit. Maybe boots or loafers without socks? I'm no expert though, so take my ideas with a grain of salt </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw-trying-a-new-silhouette---doesnt-work#post-754685 Mon, 22 Oct 2012 21:45:30 +0000 amiable 754685@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I'm trying to branch out from my jeans-and-tee frumpiness into other MOTG silhouettes for my stay-at-home days. I wore this today, and while it's ever so comfy, I feel like I look like a bad trip to the thrift store. I'm not sure why this feels and looks so dated to me? What am I screwing up in trying this silhouette? </p>