https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiwresort-report-and-syc Style Advice for Fashion Lovers en-US Fri, 10 Apr 2026 15:10:12 +0000 http://bbpress.org/?v=1.0.2 q https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/search.php https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiwresort-report-and-syc#post-2100185 Wed, 19 Feb 2020 12:52:09 +0000 Helena 2100185@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Fab Carla, I was going to compliment the perfect jumpsuit on #1 until I saw it was separate pieces ... Great styling! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiwresort-report-and-syc#post-2100012 Tue, 18 Feb 2020 19:10:07 +0000 notsaf 2100012@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Looks good as new! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiwresort-report-and-syc#post-2099625 Mon, 17 Feb 2020 12:45:51 +0000 Carla 2099625@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>@notsaf - the Lepliage (6 yo) stood up just fine.  I did carry it over my shoulder so the leather handle, etc. was in contact with sunscreen that was on my body.  Last night (we leave today ) I turned it inside out, wiped out the inside with a facecloth and water, then turned it right side out and wiped down the outside and handles.  Looks good as new - and will likely be going with me on my next trip to the UK in 3 months!  It is my #1 travel tote. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiwresort-report-and-syc#post-2099621 Mon, 17 Feb 2020 11:42:03 +0000 Cee 2099621@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Continue to enjoy your break, RC </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiwresort-report-and-syc#post-2099610 Mon, 17 Feb 2020 08:31:31 +0000 notsaf 2099610@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Sounds like a wonderful vacation and like you fit in pretty well to group #3! Do you feel like your Pliage is worse for the wear with the sun screen and sand, or did it hold up well? I remember using an old tote when we were in Mexico last year, but it would have been nice to have had something that zipped. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiwresort-report-and-syc#post-2099468 Sun, 16 Feb 2020 14:21:59 +0000 Carla 2099468@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>@nuancedream-the Boden striped T is my FAVOURITE top for it’s unusual colours, but since I’m trying to work my way through all 25 of the tops in my closet, I had been ‘saving’ it. &nbsp;It is a little warm for 30degC, but ‘just’ light enough for a nature hike and the long sleeves provided sun protection. &nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiwresort-report-and-syc#post-2099406 Sun, 16 Feb 2020 03:25:44 +0000 Jaime 2099406@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>You look fabulous and sound like you had a fabulous vacation. Can't get better than that! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiwresort-report-and-syc#post-2099390 Sun, 16 Feb 2020 02:09:44 +0000 Sal 2099390@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>You look great and the holiday sounds perfect for you. Love the bikini!! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiwresort-report-and-syc#post-2099365 Sat, 15 Feb 2020 22:37:38 +0000 Cardiff girl 2099365@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>You look pretty damn good in that bikini,must be all that gym work at home paying off! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiwresort-report-and-syc#post-2099309 Sat, 15 Feb 2020 19:01:50 +0000 rachylou 2099309@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Oh, fascinating to hear what people like to wear for resort life.</p> <p>Also: Darn if you don’t wear a bikini well! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiwresort-report-and-syc#post-2099278 Sat, 15 Feb 2020 16:55:34 +0000 nuancedream 2099278@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Carla, you look off the charts amazing in all of your outfits. I really love that Boden striped top and may have to seek it out for myself.&nbsp; Oh wait, I'm not supposed to be shopping. LOL!&nbsp; Your bikini wearing days are far from over and Dame Helen could use you as inspiration! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiwresort-report-and-syc#post-2099277 Sat, 15 Feb 2020 16:44:53 +0000 Carla 2099277@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Helen Mirren looking fierce in her red bikini at 63 in 2008 provided inspiration just when I was wondering if my bikini wearing days were in the past! As Angie says: “why not!”</p> <p>@nemosmom-thoughts on additions for summer are still percolating, but shorts for sure. 2 pair are not enough, and this will be their 3rd (and probably last) summer. A breezy throw on dress. NO knit t-shirts. They are too warm for high summer. This is a mistake I keep making - thinking short sleeves mean cool - but the cotton knit is NOT. Not sure where that leaves me for tops.</p> <p>When my favourite sunscreen disappeared off the shelves I turned to Consumer Reports. A budget product called Exact (Walmart-sigh) came in 2nd place and it doesn’t have a revolting smell. 4-6 hours in the sun and no burn (SPF 60 and 30). No repeat application after water, either. The SPF 30 is ‘Sport’. I use an Aveno mineral product intended for babies on my face, neck, and chest area. Today we are trialing what we could get in a local shop - Ocean Potion SPF 50 - the least fragrant of what was available. It is so dense, I mixed it with a bit of Banana Boat Sunscreen Spray Oil SPF 15 so I could spread it. The OP says it is safe for the environment (reefs) so another product concern.</p> <p>@cocolion - I wonder if the straw bags are hard to pack? I’m seeing collapsible fabric bags with rope handles, and lightweight drawstring bags. I’m using a Lepliage. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiwresort-report-and-syc#post-2099253 Sat, 15 Feb 2020 15:29:52 +0000 Anonymous 2099253@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>You look amazing. Some family members are on a Curaçao vacation right now. Facebook pictures show my niece in those bright tropical maxidresses. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiwresort-report-and-syc#post-2099247 Sat, 15 Feb 2020 15:07:16 +0000 Bijou 2099247@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Smoking hot in that bikini - definitely good for lots more holidays. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiwresort-report-and-syc#post-2099246 Sat, 15 Feb 2020 15:01:51 +0000 nemosmom 2099246@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Back with another question:&nbsp; Which sunscreen(s) have you used and liked?&nbsp; I read that you had gone through a lot of it, and my favorite from last year is no longer available (cries). </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiwresort-report-and-syc#post-2099239 Sat, 15 Feb 2020 14:42:02 +0000 nemosmom 2099239@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>What a great report, Carla! Thank you!&nbsp; You look great in your photos (wow, the bikini!!) and I am jealous of the sun and Vitamin D!&nbsp; It sounds like your capsule is working perfectly for you.&nbsp; </p> <p>Do you anticipate adding anything post-trip, based on your observations?&nbsp; I know you said you were thinking about a high summer weather capsule, so I am curious to know if your trip will influence those additions. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiwresort-report-and-syc#post-2099231 Sat, 15 Feb 2020 14:24:28 +0000 JAileen 2099231@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>You look sensational in every outfit, but especially the bikini. &nbsp;Wow! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiwresort-report-and-syc#post-2099224 Sat, 15 Feb 2020 13:44:00 +0000 Glory 2099224@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Love this post! Your photos are amazing and I am craving a bit of that sunshine and warm weather! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiwresort-report-and-syc#post-2099217 Sat, 15 Feb 2020 12:36:39 +0000 Lesley 2099217@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>How cute are you! Well done! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiwresort-report-and-syc#post-2099204 Sat, 15 Feb 2020 10:31:47 +0000 Style Fan 2099204@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>You look amazing in all your outfits, Carla. Great capsule. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiwresort-report-and-syc#post-2099187 Sat, 15 Feb 2020 05:43:29 +0000 Bonnie 2099187@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>What a perfect trip you have had. It was interesting reading about resort style. You look great in every outfit including your bikini.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiwresort-report-and-syc#post-2099184 Sat, 15 Feb 2020 05:21:32 +0000 kellygirl 2099184@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>What a fab set out of outfits and whoa, you are awesome in your bikini! I'm so ready for a beach vacation! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiwresort-report-and-syc#post-2099183 Sat, 15 Feb 2020 04:46:04 +0000 CocoLion 2099183@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I enjoyed the resort wear report. &nbsp;Interesting that you saw few straw bags. &nbsp;<a rel="nofollow" href="https://www.shopbop.com/florence-tote-mar-y-sol/vp/v=1/1527314591.htm">I have one </a>that I love. &nbsp;It is not rigid, nor is it gaudy, as I find straw totes can be. &nbsp;Your outfit #2 is my favorite followed closely by the bikini. &nbsp;Your workout shows!</p> <p> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiwresort-report-and-syc#post-2099169 Sat, 15 Feb 2020 02:09:02 +0000 MsMaven 2099169@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>woohoo! You look great! I agree with Angie--and thank you for showing us you looking killer sensational. You look sensational in all your outfits. Thanks for sharing. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiwresort-report-and-syc#post-2099166 Sat, 15 Feb 2020 02:02:36 +0000 Angie 2099166@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>YOU LOOK KILLER SENSATIONAL IN THAT BIKINI!!!&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiwresort-report-and-syc#post-2099165 Sat, 15 Feb 2020 02:00:08 +0000 slim cat 2099165@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>You look great - smart vacation capsule! Everything works and looks adorable on you. Wow to the bathing suit and the body that wears it so well! &nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiwresort-report-and-syc#post-2099159 Sat, 15 Feb 2020 01:37:03 +0000 Suz 2099159@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>You look sensational, <b>Carla</b>! What a great capsule and how amazing that you still have a suit that works.&nbsp;</p> <p>Envying you that vitamin D and sunshine!!&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiwresort-report-and-syc#post-2099152 Sat, 15 Feb 2020 01:20:05 +0000 Carla 2099152@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>SYC...or in my case, Shop Your (Suit) Case! &nbsp;12 days in and I have forgotten what winter is, as well as what I actually have in my closet at home! &nbsp;With 2 days of vacation left, I have worn EVERYTHING I packed with the exception of what I’m wearing for the flight home. &nbsp;Not counting 3 days of specific adventure, most days involved something that would get me to breakfast, a bathing suit, and something that would get me to dinner. &nbsp;</p> <p> <div><br /> </div><div>I had read that Curaçao was arid, but the reality is high humidity. &nbsp;I will need TONS or conditioner to rehab my hair when I get home. Clothes feel damp and limp no matter what. &nbsp;Everything smells like sun lotion (DH and I have gone through 3 containers of 250 ml sunscreen). &nbsp;However, I feel great! &nbsp; Lots of sleep, exercise, and vit D. </p> <p>Resort style breaks down simply. &nbsp;There are those who love basic black - sleeveless tunics of all lengths over Capri leggings or sleeveless midi or maxi dresses - especially at night (about 1/3 resort goers.) Then there are the (crazy bright) tropical print sleeveless dresses (another 1/3). Lastly, chambray or blue and white striped linen shifts or shirt dresses. &nbsp;Shorts and t’s or gauzy blouses for off resort activities. Not a lot of ‘bling’. Flip flops and sandals. &nbsp;No height to footwear. &nbsp;Too warm for terry cover-ups. &nbsp;Canvas bags with rope handles as beach totes. &nbsp;Not a lot of straw in evidebce. &nbsp;Two piece bathing suits much more than one piece. Hair piled on top of head in a top knot. The vacationing population at this particular spot is European (Dutch, German, Russian, Spanish with a smattering of North Americans.) &nbsp;Perfectly imperfect beautiful bodies in all shapes and sizes. &nbsp;Not a lot of artifice and augmentation, that I could discern. &nbsp;Some tats on ‘younger’ folks (30 yo?)</p> <p> </div><div>#1 black tank top and Lululemon OTF pants (easy pm outfit)<br />#2 Boden multi stripe T and navy shorts (nature hike-end of day pic)<br />#3 Only Co. boho top and navy shorts (open Jeep tour and hike national park-end of day pic)<br />#4 Rebekah Virtue bikini - 10 yo and veteran of 6 Caribbean vacations. &nbsp;30+ wears.</div></p>