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A couple of recent outfits: wiw 9/22 and 9/24.

Anonymous

In the spirit of trying to wear all of my clothes, and not just my favourites or what is easiest, these two looks made an appearance this week. I used to be a lot sharper and dressier , even on my non-working days, and would have worn a blazer and dressier jeans , but something about the ease of a cardigan is sucking motivation out of me to wear my blazers, shoes, nicer tops etc. Both of these outfits were worn for basic running around with stops at the garden centre, grocery store, etc etc. I also dipped in to my local fav boutique to check out the Fall Fly London collection for some spending pre-planning. I don't love cropped high waist jeans, never have and probably never will as I don't
find them flattering on anyone, to be honest. But - I own them, and they do show off footwear well, so I'm wearing them. I'm just not a trendy denim person and need to trust my instincts about what flatters my body and what doesn't.

Also - please trust that my head is not really this big and that I don't walk around with sagging , resting B face. At least I hope I don't. I'm quite sure it's the camera angle . In reality I have a little head and face - according to my hairstylist

And no lipstick, which I really miss, as I feel it gives life to my face, but masks are now mandatory everywhere here. So.....fall nails for my own entertainment instead

Outfit #1 - cardigan : RW & Co , blouse - b.young; jeans : Jag, boots: Vagabond ; bag: Coach , jewellery: N&S . All pieces from last year with the exception of the jewellery.

Outfit #2 - cardigan: Design Lab, HBC; t-shirt - H&M; joggers : Sanctuary; sneakers: Converse ; bag: Coach; jewellery: N&S . All pieces from last year with the exception of the jewellery.

bonus: Puffi enjoying the sun on the balcony. The life of a cat .

Thanks for having a look - and all comments , suggestions, head-shakes and jokes are welcome, as always.

xo
L.

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Suz

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Look at those nails! Wow! Creative and fun.

I adore outfit #1. I haven't seen the blouse and cardigan before! Chocolate brown looks so fresh and delicious to my eye and it suits you well. I especially like that the blouse has light bits in the pattern.

Awwww. Puffi.

Outfit 2 looks like terrific casual transitional wear. Comfy, easy, fun (with the patterned sweater).

Also, were the Flys tempting?

Anonymous

Thanks Suz The cardigan is actually a burgundy /wine colour, as is the part of the blouse that is showing. I bought them both last fall and wore them once or twice - you how it is with cardigans: the season is too short, really. T he Fly collection is OK, with no real surprises. There is a gorgeous hi-shaft suede lace up bootie with a newer sole and wedge heel, and they were so beautiful. EXCEPT for a nagging little edge that dug into my foot inside the right boot somewhere. Oh well,, saved myself $280 on those ones. The other pair I wanted (leather lace up combat boots) sold out the first day, - yikes. There are 2 more styles coming in next week that I like - so maybe I can beat the crowds to those It seems like there is a healthy appetite for FL's in my neighbourhood !

Sal

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These are great colours on you Lisa- you suit them so well.

Looking good in both - you have a flair and eye for detail in your outfits that I like - nails, bag, makeup, jewelry. That is what I miss in my outfits I think.

Sara L.

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Both of these are great! I love your nails and those beautiful boots.

Jenn

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I think these are perfect for running around town in a casual manner, and very like outfits I would put together. I especially love #1 and think the high-waisted crops look great on you, especially with the tall boots.

If I had to guess, I'd say that my blazer won't get touched at all this year. I'm a little sad about that Who knows what the winter will bring (it still feels like high summer here, so blazer season won't be until November, at least), but I suspect it's not going to be a whole lot of dining out in restaurants and socializing.

(Also, I think you already know this, but that's the same flooring we have on our balcony.)

kellygirl

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Fab outfits. The crops look so cool and really do showcase your fun footwear choices. So modern! I'm on the same page with cardigans--they are so appealing to me now too. I can't pick a fave--the boots do elevate the outfit but I really gravitate to the sneakers! You look wonderful and so does the fluff ball.

Do you do your nails yourself? I love them!

AngieB

Your outfits -- and your nails -- are giving me all the feels! Thnx for the inspiration. Gotta go dig around in my closet now.

Laurie

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We were on the same wavelength with the cropped flared denim (with which we both have issues, Angie is right!) and the choice of colors in 2 & 3, and I think that outfit is fantastic! Those boots are killer....and you are owning it, girl! (Not a resting B face, but you are funny!) I'm going to give a long cardigan a try with those jeans and see what happens.

Love those nails. Better than lipstick!

Sweet kitty.

Angie

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I love you in those shades of brown, Lisa......which you just told Suz is burgundy. HAH ......so you need to wear brown....

#1 is a KILLER fab look on you. Love the big earrings too. Soooo fun with the short hair!

I love high waisted wide crops. My fave! They look wonderful on you! Flattering to my eye.

#2 is a great little casual look. Interesting pattern mix and fab pop of yellow.

The cardigans are a fun and comforting way to evolve your style. You look plenty pulled together. Just more relaxed. And that's not a bad thing. It's right for now.

Are these the boots? A YLF top pick.

VAGABOND SHOEMAKERS Mya Pointy Toe Bootie

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Your casual is my dressy! I just bought a pair of high-waisted crops today, so I am definitely on that team. I love the colours of both outfits. Perfect for autumn and so good on you. I don't see an RBF, just a well put together woman. You always have an excellent eye for details.
Puffi is so sweet.

Runcarla

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Can I say how much I LOVE these outfits on you!? And we are ‘rainbow’ mani twins! I know the ‘brown’ items are really burgundy, but FWIW, I’m collecting brown looks from Pinterest and considering opening up a brown capsule. Need brown combat boots and a brown Uniqlo micro puffer!

I think you look fab. Softer, more approachable, and can I say ‘younger’? My theory is that sharp lines enhance my wrinkles (like marionette lines) but softer, rounder shapes enhance rounder shapes (like cheeks) and can hint at youth.

Anonymous

Yes, Angie, those are the boots. I don't share your opinion re: high waisted cropped jeans, or most really high waisted anything for that matter, but that's ok. We can't all like the same things They highlight the most unfortunate area of the body - especially on me : the area from crotch point to waist . I always think they vaguely infantilize a woman's body . At least a long cardigan can draw the eye away and to the vertical line created.

Anonymous

Kelly - I have my nails done by a professional. I have the WORST nails ever, and while I would like to cut this expense now that I am retired from sales, it's the one thing that makes me feel well groomed and put-together. If my hands aren't looking good, I feel really yucky. $50 every 3 weeks - less than the usual salon price but still.....

catherine

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I really like them all, but #2 is especially cool. Your nails are so, so cute.

Helena

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Love love love this Lisa ... This outfit formula works so well on you, and these outfits are a great example of dressing it up with the boots and blouse, or casualizing with the t and sneaks. Your nails are so awesome. I am envious of your discipline in keeping them up so beautifully. My head always looks gigantic in photos!! What is that about??

NancyW

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#1 is sharp in the best meaning of that word. I have the same misgivings about that jeans style, but you have solved it beautifully with in cardigan in order to really showcase the shoes. I think I can try this with my own under worn high waisted crops. Nails are smile-inducing and yet not juvenile. #2 = intentional ease.

Angie

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It's the angle of the camera! You have to hold your camera a little differently.

Lisa, that's so interesting! YES. We all like different things! Personally, my experiences make me feel differently. I have dressed soooooo many women across all body types and sizes over the 14 years I've had my style consulting biz. I was a ladieswear specialist buyer before that. I have dressed women in low, mid, and high rises, and the higher rise - not too high though.....more of a mid-to-high rise, IYKWIM - is generally girdling, tailored, structured, flattering and chic. It holds you in and smooths the silhouette! Much better than the lower rises that can create "muffin top", lumps and bumps, and leave you exposed for lack of a better way of describing it. My clientele had lots of fit challenges with that lower rise. I'm thankful we don't need to battle with that anymore.

Whether you want to expose the higher waistband and belly area by tucking tops is another story. The vertical integrity of the cardi is a good trick. Generally to my eye, the mid-to-high rise is flattering. Anyway, FWIW, I thought I'd explain my point of view. It's all good, as long as the wearer feels fab in what they are wearing

Brooklyn

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Looking great Lisa. I like no 1 in particular. That’s quite a cardigan - love the cable detail on the cuffs. I would like one like that myself. And extra love for the multi colour nails.

Anonymous

I understand your viewpoint Angie and respect your experience . I don’t get muffin top - because I don’t carry extra flab that way . I also never wear /wore waistbands tight enough that it would create that effect . All of my extra is in a pooch below my navel - which I need to stop talking about In higher rise jeans , the fly and zip tend to bunch up and and the waist band sits too high to allow for a smooth fit . You can’t see where the waist of the jeans are in this pic as I’ve really loosely tucked the front of the top . Different body types need diff fits . There is zero girdling effect going on here - in fact it’s quite the opposite . Maybe it’s the stretchiness of the denim ?

Jaime

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First outfit is fabulous. On me cardigans tend to hang open and broaden my middle making me look out of proportion. Does not seem to happen to you. I also have a hard time with high waists because a comfortable waist fit means the legs are probably too wide. And are you saying there is something wrong with going around with sagging, resting b face? Luckily a mask covers a multitude of sins.

slim cat

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Great polished looks for the current life! Love #1 outfit and adore big and comfy cardigan in #2 . Nails are fab and make me feel envious .

I'm with you on not loving high rise but the negative things you described are barely registered in my mind when I was looking at your outfit - it's just a great look all together!

Synne

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Great outfits! And very urban trendy, especially the second outfit. Graphic tee, mustard, everything on point!

Joy

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You need to make brown a definite neutral in your wardrobe. I love the colors but understand the lack of chances to go out this fall. Our county has has the most new cases of corona yet, but the college (CU) has added more cases than they were prepared for. No one wants to venture into Boulder for that reason. I really miss celebrations in a restaurant and the fall theatre season. And fall excursions, but dear friends are worried about mountain homes in the path of our huge forest fires. They worked hard to buy these cabins and are very worried. The moon was red tonight and smoke conditions continue. Airplanes are a constant flying over to pour water on the fires..

Jane

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You look gorgeous Lisa. Your nails are super. So worth it. Amazing eyebrows as ever. Perfect for a mask.

Love the cardigans and boots. 1 particularly looks super to my eye.

Jessikams

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Looooove the combo of boots and cropped pants. And the perfect fluffy cat too!

rachylou

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What a fun manicure. I’ve been seeing them on Pinterest. That first outfit is pretty sharp if you ask me and the second is a boatload of fun!

nemosmom

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Both your looks are super fab, Lisa! You are proof that a cardigan can look sharp! Love the teeny print in the burgundy top and THOSE BOOTS! Fun!

RobinF

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These are great outfits! I agree with you about high rises but these are really working for you (love the sharp booties with them!) and I love the cardigans. My RBF is a scary thing that is kind of nice to be hidden by masks

Janet

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Great outfits. You look sharp even in a cardigan! And I adore that manicure. You know I feel the same way you do about high-rise crop flare denim, but the way you're wearing these really works. I do not find a high rise flattering on me at all if the rise if exposed. It's not just about the tummy either -- on me it turns my widest part into a vast expanse that extends all the way up my short torso to my boobs. Really bad on someone with my proportions. LOL

And I'm with RobinF, that I'm enjoying the fact that masks hide my RBF. Masks may be killing that whole need for strange men to tell women to smile.

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