Inspired by Suz- Stripes & Wide Legs

I was really inspired by Suz's recent wide legs with stripes and tweed combo. It looked fabulous and I thought it would be a great formula to emulate. I also have a strong affinity for all things striped, so I just couldn't resist giving it a go with some of my wider leg jeans.

In my 3 versions of Suz' s formula, I have replaced her tweed jacket with some other options as I don't own any tweed. Also my wide leg jeans are actually considered either baggy or a loose fit rather than a true wide leg. And there are no scarves in my outfits, they just don't work as well on me as they do Suz.

Outfit #1 Double blue striped Breton, denim on denim with baggy dark wash jeans and medium wash jean jacket finished with blue loafers.

Outfit #2 White/black striped Breton, with light wash loose jeans, black cropped linen blazer and ballet flats.

Outfit #3 Grey/white striped Breton, grey 90s dad jeans, and white denim jacket and black sandals.

I rather enjoy the French chic vibe of this formula. I can mix and match the striped tops, short jackets and footwear in a variety of combinations and I get to wear my belt again.

Would love to hear your feedback and do you have any formulas that you rely on to pull your outfits together?

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1 year ago

LJP

Veteran

These are all really nice -and my favourites are 2 and 3 just because they are a little crisper and brighter .

Star

Very nice! 1 and 3 are my favourites as I love a darker bottom. The belt makes them extra cool. Great tops. I am also a big fan of stripes.

Suz

(website)

Well, I'm honoured at the compliment! And of course, being a lover of stripes, I'm on board with all three outfits!

Especially #2 and #3. You look great in the black jacket.

I rely on formulas all the time. Not on purpose, exactly -- I just have favourite combinations that I will wear on repeat. Stripes with a floral or paisley scarf has become signature to my style, as Angie pointed out -- even though I'm emotionally "off" scarves at the moment, I end up wearing them again and again, partly because they keep my neck warm in transitional temps. That's short hair for you.

Firecracker (Sharan)

You've taken the inspiration and really made it your own. All three are fantastic on you. My main formulas are patterned tee + cardigan + jeans or pullover + jeans. Add sneakers or booties, depending on the season.

Mirjana

Gorgeous outfits, I especially like #1 and #3. Beautiful shoes in #1
I'm also a big fan of stripes.

Janet

It’s a great formula! I especially like 3 — somehow the cropped jacket really works well. I end up wearing shorter or more fitted jackets with my wide leg jeans. In fact, I’m doing that today!

Runcarla

Loving the stylish French vibe in a modern silouhette!

Sal

These are fab! Well done and I agree with Sharan - you have tweaked Suz’s inspiration and made it your own.

I tend to wear blazer jeans and plain tee often - with boots or sneakers - and a column of black with a topper is another, I have more of a uniform in winter.

slim cat

Great looks! Outfit # 2 and #3 as fav - but all are fab on you!

Barbara Diane

Well done-great outfits.

Olive Green

Strong and casual looking, very good on you.

Irina

Lovely outfits!

Back to this - I've been thinking about formula dressing all day . I can't say that I use this "system" of dressing, and it seems so easy to adopt I wonder why I haven't . I struggle a lot to find a consistent look for myself - always have - and maybe finding say 2 looks I like on myself that I can just replicate with different pieces would be a good way to go. Thanks for this thread

Dee

Thanks to all for your encouraging feedback on Suz’s inspiration.
Firecracker(Sharan) and Sal - I guess I have put my own spin on this formula.

LJP Happy that you found this thread helpful. I do tend to rely on certain style formulas that I think suit me to help create outfits, then I don’t have “reinvent the wheel” every time.

Jaime

These are great! I like them all. This is a great formula for you!

Tanya

Love all the versions, especially the 2nd one. It really finds you. I find formulas helpful.

Sisi

You look fab! I like all three outfits with a slight preference for # 3 - the white jacket and the sandals make me think of Summer.

Angie

Fashion Stylist

KILLER x3, and fab use of wardrobe essentials from top to toe, Dee!

Great classics, and you wear them with panache!

Angie Killer x3, thanks, these classic essentials really pull this formula together.
It’s always interesting to see which combinations appeal to everyone.

Jonesy

A delightful, spring-y set of outfits! A striped top with a denim jacket is such a winning look this time of year, and it suits you really well. Great formula!

Karie

Very nice outfits! I am a huge fan of striped tops, and these look great the way you’ve styled them.

Thanks for all the striped top love, looks as though Suz inspiration is a winning formula.

Anonymous

These are great on you- simple and polished!
I guess my main formula for winter has been a column of black with my long camel coat. Fully leaning into neutral outfits these days.

lyn67

And how fab renditions of the formula all these 3 are, esp. love nr 1 with the blue loafers!!:-)

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