https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw-yet-another-experiment-in-my-style-journey Style Advice for Fashion Lovers en-US Mon, 27 Apr 2026 19:06:25 +0000 http://bbpress.org/?v=1.0.2 q https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/search.php https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw-yet-another-experiment-in-my-style-journey#post-1045204 Sat, 05 Oct 2013 00:38:23 +0000 MsLuna 1045204@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>@Celia Yeah, cameras don't do colours justice! Sometimes a royal purple can appear as royal blue!</p> <p>@Diana thank you! I took Angie's advice on tops on my boot cut/flares post so I bought a couple pairs of fluid tops. The supposedly fluid tops I purchased previously (pre-OMG PANTS!!! era) did not have as beautiful of a drape as these Portofinos. If I do decide to incorporate this look into my personal style, I'll be stocking up on these shirts!</p> <p>Thanks for your input on Naots! I just purchased my second pair of boots today (first pair is arriving next week). I have a job search class where I'll need to look interview-appropriate and I really do need a dressy pair of booties. I can't believe how comfy they are! </p> <p>These are the ones I got today:<br /> <a href="http://www.6pm.com/naot-footwear-gema-french-roast-leather" rel="nofollow">http://www.6pm.com/naot-footwe.....st-leather</a></p> <p>(I wish 6PM shipped to Canada. I paid regular price but was told Naots last a long time!)</p> <p>@Elly: too bad about the Clarks not getting much wear and yes, I tried a chunky bootie with these pants at the Naot store and they do have a balancing effect!</p> <p>@Suz: thanks! I was surprised the layered necklaces worked out for me. I'm getting more later on. You just can't beat $4 a piece! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw-yet-another-experiment-in-my-style-journey#post-1044784 Fri, 04 Oct 2013 14:19:04 +0000 Suz 1044784@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Love your layered necklaces and your layered thought process, too!&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw-yet-another-experiment-in-my-style-journey#post-1044756 Fri, 04 Oct 2013 13:47:31 +0000 Elly 1044756@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I recognize the shoes--- I had the same issue with a pair of them I tried on in-store, so I opted for a pair of clarks with a higher heel instead--- no rubbing, but they are by far my highest heeled shoes, and don't get as much wear because of it. I think a chunky pair of booties that your skinnies go into might also provide the same visual weight as tall boots, but not be as warm. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw-yet-another-experiment-in-my-style-journey#post-1044596 Fri, 04 Oct 2013 05:56:09 +0000 Diana 1044596@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I like this, it's sleek and sophisticated while still being easy and effortless looking due to the fluid fit of the top. &nbsp;Too bad about the shoes not being comfy, I totally sympathize. &nbsp;FWIW, I have 2 pairs of tall Naot boots and I love them both. &nbsp;My grey patent ones have 2.5" heels and they are so well designed that they feel like flats (but with better arch support!). &nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw-yet-another-experiment-in-my-style-journey#post-1044592 Fri, 04 Oct 2013 05:50:51 +0000 celia 1044592@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I also don't find it easy to take good quality photos, I always feel like screaming 'No, the color is much prettier in reality!' </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw-yet-another-experiment-in-my-style-journey#post-1044571 Fri, 04 Oct 2013 05:24:20 +0000 MsLuna 1044571@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Sorry about the top guys! The jeans are actually a dark denim blue but it doesn't translate well.</p> <p>The top ends at the crotch area. </p> <p>I need to start taking better pictures and probably get over my camera shyness! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw-yet-another-experiment-in-my-style-journey#post-1044567 Fri, 04 Oct 2013 05:20:14 +0000 celia 1044567@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>All black outfits are harder to see in photos, we cannot really see where the top ends or how the leggings really fit.<br />It is good that you are enjoying your style journey. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw-yet-another-experiment-in-my-style-journey#post-1044554 Fri, 04 Oct 2013 05:07:06 +0000 catgirl 1044554@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>It is hard to tell where the top ends - that is key to me. From what I can see it is very nice. Interesting thoughts on your style journey - it's a process! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw-yet-another-experiment-in-my-style-journey#post-1044525 Fri, 04 Oct 2013 04:01:29 +0000 MsLuna 1044525@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I am taking quite a step here as I finally activated my YLF blog. Please bear with the not-so-pro photos!</p> <p>So above are looks I've been sporting in the last month since I've been through my "ZOMG I CAN WEAR PANTS!!!!" phase (I'm still on that phase). I've been feeling lukewarm about the fluid blouse look since the end of last year, often feeling self-conscious of how I look on my side view (I'm busty, so it looks like the blouse just hangs straight down, making me look a lot wider). Lately, I've been trying collared fluid blouses, and so far, so good... I'm still not 100% committed to the look.</p> <p>I should have worn tall boots with this outfit, but the temperatures were rising to 20+ degrees Celsius (I'm Canadian) up here so I decided to wear sandals. I am not fond of the leggings/leans over long top look unless I have tall boots on. Makes me feel a bit off-balanced and too top heavy. The sandals, despite being a comfort brand were rubbing my heels and causing callouses. I bought them online 2 years ago, and though they are more comfortable than most of my shoes, the rubbing makes it a tad uncomfy. My feet are my fussiest body parts so I'm going to be reliant on a few comfort brands from here on: primarily Naots. I have a pair of tall Naot boots coming my way next week. Expensive, but foot comfort and health have now become important to me, especially since I walk everywhere!</p> <p>The jewelry/accessories are another experiment but I quite like this look. I normally like to wear dark, goth/vintage/Victorian-ish inspired jewelry with an edgy/rocker feel. I tend to prefer statement pieces over dainty delicate ones, but layering dainty little necklaces seem to have its own edge. I love how I added a lightning bolt pendant with the traditionally ultra-feminine heart and locket.</p> <p>Overall, I'm still feeling this outfit out. In this style journey of mine, I want to make sure that all my pieces are comfortable yet aesthetically pleasing to me and expresses my personality. Comfort is definitely a plus in this outfit, but inner comfort as far as my personal style goes? I'd say only in my accessories. </p> <p>And sorry about my hair. It's an overgrown pixie cut that's almost shoulder length. It will be updated in two weeks!</p> <p>PS: I was in a thrift store that happened to have a charity event. It was nice! None of the clothes I tried worked for me though :(</p> <p>Blouse: Express (Portofino)<br /> Leans: American Eagle Jeggings<br /> Sandals: Jambu<br /> Necklaces: Forever 21<br /> Earrings: Shoppers a Drug Mart</p> <p>I'd definitely love to hear from you as to whether or not this style works. Objectivity in my outfits is not something I always have so feedback is welcomed! </p>