https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw-white-is-the-new-black-and-salvaging-my-shopping-mistakes Style Advice for Fashion Lovers en-US Sat, 25 Apr 2026 06:36:38 +0000 http://bbpress.org/?v=1.0.2 q https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/search.php https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw-white-is-the-new-black-and-salvaging-my-shopping-mistakes/page/2#post-1371501 Tue, 07 Oct 2014 20:47:49 +0000 Mary Beth (formerly LBD) 1371501@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Suz, your 'mistakes' beat my best efforts&nbsp;on any day! &nbsp; This is a great outfit, and you look terrific in it! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw-white-is-the-new-black-and-salvaging-my-shopping-mistakes/page/2#post-1371497 Tue, 07 Oct 2014 20:45:12 +0000 unfrumped 1371497@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Well, I can't wear most of the split necks ever, except with a tank, and have to add snaps to a lot of other tops--usually worth it if there's something special about the neckline. Like the Pleione faux wrap, that I like.</p> <p>But, I don't necessarily think it's too much volume. I like the loose-top look oon you. My eye is demanding a lot more drape in my tops and sweaters, way more than classic fit, to the point where I'm passing some up because one size is too tight and the next is too big. So I can see that some tops are cut wrong, and don't drape in the right way. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw-white-is-the-new-black-and-salvaging-my-shopping-mistakes/page/2#post-1371344 Tue, 07 Oct 2014 16:40:21 +0000 Suja 1371344@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>It looks super fab in the photo. &nbsp;Love your analysis of your shopping mistake. &nbsp;I have done it many, many times. &nbsp;Buying multiples and then realizing that the style just doesn't work for me was one of my shopping issues. &nbsp;I think I have mostly kicked it by limiting multiples to classics and not more than two.<br />That said, you do look great and if you want to love the top&nbsp;a little more, it would be a cheap alteration to add a quick stitch to the sides to reduce some of the volume.</p> <p> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw-white-is-the-new-black-and-salvaging-my-shopping-mistakes/page/2#post-1371334 Tue, 07 Oct 2014 16:13:53 +0000 danskogirl 1371334@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Suz: You've done a great job "salvaging" the top - it looks great on you. That said, I believe Nordstrom will take the return -- even if the tag is cut off -- if you have the receipt. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw-white-is-the-new-black-and-salvaging-my-shopping-mistakes/page/2#post-1371066 Tue, 07 Oct 2014 03:29:28 +0000 DonnaF 1371066@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>FWIW, I sized down on this top (to PXS) which I almost never do, and am still forced to wear a cami underneath.&nbsp; My girls are lowish and full BTW.&nbsp; Regular size tops almost always hit me way to low so I never bother trying them on even if they aren't long sleeved.&nbsp; The arms look snug on me which I'm forced to admit doesn't look the best, but I was drawn to the colors and yes, I bought two.&nbsp; This top is a comfy as jammies, but where I live it's been in the 80s so too hot to wear anything but short sleeves.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw-white-is-the-new-black-and-salvaging-my-shopping-mistakes/page/2#post-1371041 Tue, 07 Oct 2014 03:01:03 +0000 Suz 1371041@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Joy, mine's regular xs -- and yup -- it's just too much for me. Oh well. Live and learn. I think a jacket will help some, but won't help the neckline issue. Silly me!</p> <p>Shevia, thank you. I will wear it in confidence this way, at least!&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw-white-is-the-new-black-and-salvaging-my-shopping-mistakes/page/2#post-1371039 Tue, 07 Oct 2014 02:59:35 +0000 Anonymous 1371039@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I think you saved it with the layer underneath. Some of these have made it to Rack clearance and I wanted to have one but even the XS was way too much volume on top for me. Is yours a petite? Will a blazer or jacket over the top give it the desired structure? </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw-white-is-the-new-black-and-salvaging-my-shopping-mistakes/page/2#post-1370991 Tue, 07 Oct 2014 02:14:25 +0000 Jaime 1370991@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Looks great&nbsp;worn this way, and since you have many months of layering weather I cannot see this as a mistake. The color is fantastic and even if you only repeat this outfit you have a winner! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw-white-is-the-new-black-and-salvaging-my-shopping-mistakes/page/2#post-1370961 Tue, 07 Oct 2014 01:32:32 +0000 Suz 1370961@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Awww. Thanks, Windchime! But seriously -- I tried this top with the shell over it last week and failed, big time!! i figure there's got to be SOME way of managing it!!&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw-white-is-the-new-black-and-salvaging-my-shopping-mistakes/page/2#post-1370960 Tue, 07 Oct 2014 01:31:24 +0000 Suz 1370960@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I would definitely size down, Maia -- it's a very generous cut.&nbsp;</p> <p>(By the way, you share a name with my DD! Spelling is the same, too. Obviously, it's a name I am partial to!)&nbsp;</p> <p>My answer to the wrinkles issue is yes...and no. The front is rayon. And rayon does wrinkle. So when I semi-tuck the top, I can't then untuck it and wear it untucked on the same day.&nbsp;</p> <p>But....if I hang it up overnight, the wrinkles almost fall out. I would still probably iron it before wearing it untucked, and I definitely iron after washing. But I don't find it creases up a lot in regular wear during the day.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw-white-is-the-new-black-and-salvaging-my-shopping-mistakes/page/2#post-1370959 Tue, 07 Oct 2014 01:29:58 +0000 Windchime 1370959@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>First, thanks for the laugh. Against advice and your own better judgement, naturally you bought not one but two of these shirts! :)</p> <p>I bought a Pleione split neck tunic shirt last fall and have spent a fair amount of time experimenting with different solutions so I don't feel either self-conscious or cold in the neckline. My most successful idea to date has been to layer a black long-sleeved tee under it (the tunic shirt is navy). </p> <p>I don't yet own white jeans but when I do and can bookend with them, I'll try your solution, which clearly shows the neckline of the shirt. It gets kind of lost in my black under layer.</p> <p>Oh, and you are SO smart--I'm trying to figure out how to wear a shell OVER a shirt, and while I'm working on that, you go and put one UNDER a shirt with this terrific result! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw-white-is-the-new-black-and-salvaging-my-shopping-mistakes/page/2#post-1370944 Tue, 07 Oct 2014 01:14:25 +0000 ma 1370944@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>You look lovely! Semi-tucking really does help and I'm tempted to buy this top...question: reviews says it wrinkles easily, is that an issue for you? Also should I size down? </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw-white-is-the-new-black-and-salvaging-my-shopping-mistakes/page/2#post-1370840 Mon, 06 Oct 2014 23:13:16 +0000 jackiec 1370840@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Good points here. Suz, I have this style too. I could never wear it without something under - I always wear a cami. Maybe bc my hair is longer? I do love the idea of a higher under layer as you've done. I'm gonna go try now.... Would effectively cover the bony layer...hahaha </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw-white-is-the-new-black-and-salvaging-my-shopping-mistakes/page/2#post-1370784 Mon, 06 Oct 2014 22:09:54 +0000 Karie 1370784@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>"Wear a plunge bra and flash away?!" Uh, OK, if you take that advice please remind me before our next meet-up...</p> <p>I think this looks great the way you've styled it, but I totally get what you're saying about that type of top. V necks always bug me and I often do what you're doing - wear a shell underneath. You did a good job of reigning in the volume. As long as it stays tucked and doesn't slip out, that's probably a good solution. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw-white-is-the-new-black-and-salvaging-my-shopping-mistakes/page/2#post-1370782 Mon, 06 Oct 2014 22:09:44 +0000 Meredith 1370782@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>The way you have this styled I would never suspect you consider this a mistake. &nbsp;Gorgeous color! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw-white-is-the-new-black-and-salvaging-my-shopping-mistakes#post-1370775 Mon, 06 Oct 2014 21:54:39 +0000 N-Marie 1370775@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Suz- so nice of you to mention my WIW, but I disagree that this top doesn't work for you! I think you have found a way to wear it that is very "you", and will transition well into fall.&nbsp;And that top is hard to photograph- when I take inside pics it looks like a burgundy but in daylight it is clearly magenta- I bet the color&nbsp;looks stunning on you in real life.<br />&nbsp;And FWIW,&nbsp;I did have to size down to when I bought it&nbsp;(I got the PXS). Pleione sizing seems a bit wonky - I have the wrap top in PXS as well, but I tried the&nbsp;sleeveless&nbsp;top in the same size and it was huge and billowy&nbsp;on me. I think it's another example of&nbsp;finding&nbsp;the "fluid" fit and tucking style&nbsp;that works for your frame.</p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw-white-is-the-new-black-and-salvaging-my-shopping-mistakes#post-1370768 Mon, 06 Oct 2014 21:43:45 +0000 Anonymous 1370768@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>@Sveta, I wonder if your recent weight loss has played a part in your recent realization. Were you able to wear more volume before?&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw-white-is-the-new-black-and-salvaging-my-shopping-mistakes#post-1370767 Mon, 06 Oct 2014 21:42:05 +0000 Anonymous 1370767@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Well this is a jolly good save! You are making the best of that top with the underlayer, which is probably starting to feel necessary with the dropping temps. Could you layer the top over a turtle neck as well? That color is just stunning on you, and I love the leopard accents. Of course I love the white jeans, too. That goes without saying!&nbsp;</p> <p>I hear you on the "bony expanse" (on Denise, it's the "bonnie expanse", lol). I have tried on so many tops like that. It's a combination of the collarless feature, combined with the V, added to the volume that makes them so hard for me to wear. If I had shoulder-length hair, I think that would help a lot. Your underlayer takes care of the first two issues, and the semi-tuck takes care of the third. And if we're handing out medals for shopping mistakes, I win first prize. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw-white-is-the-new-black-and-salvaging-my-shopping-mistakes#post-1370763 Mon, 06 Oct 2014 21:38:37 +0000 Sveta 1370763@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Suz, this makes sense. I have ditched&nbsp; a couple of dresses yesterday exactly because their neckline was too deep for me and I don't feel fab in them (a tear was shed over my beloved Tahari black sheath with origami neckline which I LOVE but cannot pull off the deep V now after my weight loss).<br />I also hear you on the voluminous sleeves. I was trying several cropped sweaters in Aritzia this weekend and that was exactly what I did not like about them: the body was great but the sleeves were too wide and overwhelmed me - even though I am quite an opposite of tiny! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw-white-is-the-new-black-and-salvaging-my-shopping-mistakes#post-1370755 Mon, 06 Oct 2014 21:28:50 +0000 Staysfit 1370755@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Suz, it's good to see someone be resourceful and trying to make something that is less than perfect work rather than just toss it out or give it away. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw-white-is-the-new-black-and-salvaging-my-shopping-mistakes#post-1370697 Mon, 06 Oct 2014 20:23:23 +0000 Isabel 1370697@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Author, this is a fabulous color on you and you have edited it beautifully.&nbsp; </p> <p>Why did Angie not thing this was right for you &nbsp;( just so that I can learn ).&nbsp;</p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw-white-is-the-new-black-and-salvaging-my-shopping-mistakes#post-1370643 Mon, 06 Oct 2014 19:36:28 +0000 Suz 1370643@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p><b>Kiwigal</b>, you're right -- it's a really versatile colour, which is one reason I was attracted to it.&nbsp;</p> <p><b>Jackie, </b>you make me smile. You probably look better in your Pleione tops because you are taller. Also, you have the wrap one, right? It's a bit different than this one and less voluminous. And the V on it is nice an narrow. So I'm sure it works on you and it might possibly even work on me.&nbsp;</p> <p>Thanks, <b>Ingunn.</b>&nbsp;</p> <p><b>Denise</b>, that's a hoot. If I had something to flash I wouldn't mind flashing. It's more the bony expanse that worries me. If I could transfer some flesh from the butt to that area I might look great in this neckline, LOL. Your boyfriend and I would both be happy. :)</p> <p><b>abc</b>, glad if my errors help others!&nbsp;</p> <p>In truth, it was not an expensive mistake, so at least I don't have to feel too bad about that. I haven't wasted my money because I've already worn the thing 4 or 5 times. CPW is rapidly decreasing.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw-white-is-the-new-black-and-salvaging-my-shopping-mistakes#post-1370636 Mon, 06 Oct 2014 19:27:35 +0000 Sal 1370636@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I also think this is a great combination. The colour will be lovely in fall and winter with dark denims and greys as well. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw-white-is-the-new-black-and-salvaging-my-shopping-mistakes#post-1370627 Mon, 06 Oct 2014 19:15:43 +0000 jackiec 1370627@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>ACK! This is a mistake!? I love it. Yes isn't white the new black!??! This is a fab outfit, Suz! The colour is gorgeous on you. Hmmm, fantastic idea to layer the t underneath. Now I'm wondering if I've been looking horrid in my pleoine mixed medias. We are style/body cousins aren't we? I'm going to have to play with mine. I have the black &amp; white but haven't felt too bad I them. Mind you, I never felt too bad in deep Vnecks until Angie pointed out that boatnecks would be better ;)</p> <p>Glad you salvaged your NAS stuff. I have a confession,,, I wonder if i shouldn't have bought the Munro black booties.....I feel like I need something "tougher".... Aaaaahhhhhhhhhh </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw-white-is-the-new-black-and-salvaging-my-shopping-mistakes#post-1370611 Mon, 06 Oct 2014 18:40:16 +0000 Ingunn 1370611@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Haha Denise, that is too funny! Thanks for brightening my day:)&nbsp;</p> <p>Suz, I actually love this on you, but I know your attention to detail and can see why you're not quite sold on the top. You do look fab in it anyway! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw-white-is-the-new-black-and-salvaging-my-shopping-mistakes#post-1370609 Mon, 06 Oct 2014 18:31:21 +0000 CocoLion 1370609@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>ETA I see it's the deep neckline that bugs you. &nbsp;My solutions are: &nbsp;wear plunge bras and flash away. &nbsp;Or, put a cami on underneath for no flashing. &nbsp;I have come accept that flash happens and 90% of the time there are only 2 people who see it -- my Mom and my boyfriend. &nbsp;I actually think it's more exciting for my Mom as she, at age 81, thinks I have the smoothest firmest skin!! &nbsp;BF is a butt guy so he could care less.</p> <p>OK, totally TMI for a Monday!!! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw-white-is-the-new-black-and-salvaging-my-shopping-mistakes#post-1370607 Mon, 06 Oct 2014 18:27:53 +0000 abc 1370607@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>You look so great in the pic, but I understand when something is not quite right. &nbsp;It's great you are trying to salvage the "mistakes" - and to be really honest, it is nice to know even veterans like you make mistakes now and again. &nbsp;Sometimes I think we (incorrectly) believe the more experienced forum members have a 100% success rate when it's not true. &nbsp;Shopping smart takes a lot of practice and trial and error. &nbsp;Thanks for reminding me of that. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw-white-is-the-new-black-and-salvaging-my-shopping-mistakes#post-1370606 Mon, 06 Oct 2014 18:24:30 +0000 CocoLion 1370606@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I'm not sure why this is a shopping mistake, I think it looks great on you. &nbsp;It has a flattering neckline and color. &nbsp;I see it as an&nbsp;alternative to a t-shirt; it's more refined so perfect for your style, yet looks super comfy. &nbsp;What is it that doesn't work for you, is it the untucked look? &nbsp;</p> <p>(There are many tops I cannot wear untucked. &nbsp;Because they are usually the wrong length. &nbsp;They would come above the crotch on a normal sized person but on me they hit me below crotch at the most unflattering point, the top of my thighs which is also my widest point. &nbsp;So I am very, very used to semi-tucking, rather than getting everything altered.) </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw-white-is-the-new-black-and-salvaging-my-shopping-mistakes#post-1370574 Mon, 06 Oct 2014 17:23:38 +0000 Suz 1370574@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p><b>Cheryl</b>, yes -- I'll definitely add booties later in the season, and unroll the pants, too.&nbsp;</p> <p><b>Sue </b>- thank you. You're so right. Without mistakes we never learn. :)&nbsp; </p> <p><b>Sarah</b> - thank you!&nbsp;</p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw-white-is-the-new-black-and-salvaging-my-shopping-mistakes#post-1370573 Mon, 06 Oct 2014 17:22:03 +0000 Sarah A 1370573@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I think this looks fantastic Suz! Salvaging the neckline with the white layer is really creative </p>