Shannon, I'm so chuffed to catch one of your posts. I have only saccaded the thumbnails and will go back for a forensic look in a mo.
My immediate reaction is that the proportions for all are spot on except the iterations with the turquoise top. They look "half and half", chopped across the middle, to my eye.
I shall go and see if that is the case close up. Penny

OK! I think I've nailed it. The emerald green (sorry, not turquoise) sweater isthe only one where you have not scrunched the sleeves. Isn't that interesting? Angie always says that flesh adds structure, so isthat what I am picking up on?
Anyway, that aside, the rest of your stylings show a range of looks from at home by the fire to dressy. The colour is versatile and the cut looks great on you. What a find!

Just chiming in because firstly you rock those skinny jeans and secondly that many outfit changes first thing in the morning is amazing.

My favourites are #1 and the one with the white jacket.

Also to say that over two years ago I bought a pair of burgundy jeans encouraged by Inge and Jean and they have been huge work horses in all seasons.

What a pair of jeans! They look outstanding on you, they flatter in every picture. And how do you manage to look so cute without makeup and "only" one cup of coffee? *Envy*

Ideas -- for the vest outfit (#5?) try minimizing as the furry vest is so maximal. Black turtleneck and black booties maybe for a spy girl vibe?

For the teal cashmere sweater -- it's an unusual color combination but I like it. Are you open to trying different color footwear? (I love the tan shoes when bookended with the lighter sweaters, just not as much with the teal sweater.) For example, brown for a tonal look, or black would work too, then tie it together with some accessories featuring a bit of brown or black.

Love the striped sweater in the last photo, looks great on you!

And the sparkly sweater (#9?) is perfect for a holiday gathering.

Speaking of dressy, have you tried these jeans with a pair of pointy pumps (don't you have Okalas?)

Wow - you prove that these are perfect for you! (I need a pair!) I was surprised by and immediately loved #9.

Morning, Shannon! Yep, it was #5 I was referring to. I like Denise's "spy girl" idea.

I suspected that the green sweater was photographing differently. I trust your eye completely.

They look great! 10-16 are my favorites.

This time of year I am stocking up on skinnies. I hope skinnies under tall boots never goes out of style because it is the perfect thing for Canadian winters. Yours have enough width and scrunch at the bottom to also be worn with booties etc. I think I need to go to Sears more often!
I picked up some burgundy semi-skinnies from Jacob but mine are quite a bit brighter. I like them with grey and mustard.

Shannon, I am seriously thinking I need to do a Sears online order. Our Sears, like our Bay, has nothing in stock, which is the problem -- I cannot try on. So I hang back, not knowing the sizing. Lantana made a good point about sleeve scrunch, I think. Also love Denise's "spy girl" styling idea.

I really like #4, 5, 8, 9, 10, 18. Especially 10!!

These look like an awesome fit on you and you wear the skinny style beautifully. Excellent find. You are clearly in possession some sort of special Sears shopping talent - Sears Whisperer?

1 and 10 are my favorites. You look great in skinnies. I'm not crazy about the ones with the turquoise and white sweaters, I think because of the proportions. I am also not wild about 9 even though I love the gold and burgundy combo, but I am personally not a fan of the shapes created with tucked or semi tucked skinnies on anyone really.

Keepers o sure, esp love them with the cuncky sweatters!

Sorry I'm so late in getting back to this thread…

Deborah - not too personal a question at all I think there are a few factors in why these skinnies felt right for me. First, the fabric was stretchy enough that I didn't feel like a sausage but thick enough that I didn't feel every lump and bump showed through; the rise isn't too low so that I worry they will fall off my backside if I bend over; and a newfound comfort with my body. Yes, I've lost some weight and inches but I am by no means at my ideal weight and size. But I've come to some sort of "truce" with my body over the last year and I'm letting a lot of my hangups go - they just hold me back, you know?

Penny - I think you're totally on to something with the sleeve scrunching. It does give me more structure in an outfit. I also think the green sweater would work better with a faux tuck as well.

Denise - oh my goodness, your observations and suggestions are brilliant! I can't thank you enough. You have such a great eye for pairings and proportions that I will truly take these to heart. I love your idea for "spy girl" with the fur vest and I'm glad you like the burgundy/green colour combo 'cause I love it (it truly is better IRL than it photographs). I have chocolate brown heeled booties that would work well and could be bookended with my animal print belt. I have a pair of Okala copycat shoes that would work…OH MY…I just thought of pairing those shoes (which have a dalmation black and white toe) with my black sequinned tank and leather jacket for another sparkly holiday outfit! THANK YOU DENISE!!!

Suz - I'm really pleased with several of Sears' offerings this season. Both Sears and The Bay have upped their game in terms of what they're carrying but I also think through the teachings of Angie and YLF, I'm learning how to make local items work in similar ways as higher end items, which is making both me and my bank account very happy.

Thank you everyone for your fantastic feedback

I like them all, but #9 is just stunning!

Holy cow woman! You really have shrunk! I haven't been getting to everyone's WIW's for a few weeks and you have been hard at work, obviously.

Ok, now that that's out of the way, these skinnies look great. There were so many great outfits that I couldn't decide which ones worked and which ones I was just biased towards (my preferences over yours). I have to say that I can agree 100% with the ones that Angie mentioned. Enjoy your new pants!

Another brilliant capsule, Shannon. Many thanks for all of this work...
My eye immediately went to #9 - such a "regal" colour combination. The top has a lovely drape too. #10 has a definite "city chic" look with the animal print peeking out from the moto.
As has already been mentioned, I'd love to see #5 with your black booties and a silky burgundy top.
These skinnies already look like they are going to be one of your best fall/winter workhorses.

Wow, instant workhorse. I love that they are from Sears. Perfect burgundy for your wardrobe. You just can't go wrong with these but I think you already know this.

Are you able to get a leather/pleather jacket under your fur vest? Can look very mixed media without buying another item and up the cozy factor. When I do this people sometimes think it's one garment and ask me about it.

Great purchase Shannon! #9 sends me into orbit! LOVE it!

love ALL of them! 11 is my favorite!!
It's a color that goes with everything!

Love 9, 13-16. And am completely envious of your jacket collection.

These skinnies look like they will fit perfectly into your wardrobe. I like all of them except for the turquoise top. I'd rather see navy blue than turquoise paired with the burgundy color. Nice find!

Many thanks, Shannon, for giving my my very first YLF icon. Seeing it brought a huge smile to my face...