WIW --- Classic Inspiration - YouLookFab Forum

I've been drawn to simple silhouettes this past week. Perhaps this is the influence of viewing old fashion photos -- particularly candid and publicity photos of Old Hollywood of Katherine Hepburn, Audrey Hepburn and Grace Kelly.

Now, I bear no resemblance to these icons, but I was struck by the fact that they weren't pushing the boundaries, but using them to their benefit --- creating outfits that were perfection, but perfectly approachable.

1. Church. Doesn't God know that it's 10F? Yes, otherwise I'd be commuting to work instead of sitting inside a toasty church building. Here's my toasty outfit:
Riding boots
Ponte pencil skirt (Carson Pririe Scott)
Purple cordoroy blazer (very old)
Target scarf

The pattern mixing is a bit hectic, but I was feeling color near my face.

2. Basketball Mom! I hadd to be scorekeeper for the kids' games yesterday. Gulp! This is part of my blue craze, and I'll probably be wearing it a lot come spring. It was 43 yesterday when I wore this -- and the gymnasium is quite warm, as well.

Denizen by Levi bootcuts from Target (these are great)
Sweater with silver lurex thread from Kohls
Olivia Moon Ponte jacket
Black Booties from DSW

3. Very classic day at work. And yes, this is the lighting in my studio. Soul killing, isn't it? I must get some artwork for the walls, but it isn't my space (shared with others).
I love the shirt (the stripes are fresh, I think), and I upsized for more length. But it's still a little short. Will I have to order talls? Mens? The close up of the necklaces: 2 were purchased on a precious trip to China. The other was my sweet 16 present. They are sentimental favorites, but are they a little twee?
Trouser jeans (really blue, not black)
gray moc-croc low heeled pumps
Chaps no-iron shirt (Kohls)
Vest --- Old, from Kohls

What should I do more of? Less of?

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Asingh

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Great outfits, Beth Ann! Outfit no. 3 is my favourite. Love hoe you've layered a striped button-up with a waistcoat. The pearls add femininity to the outfit.

Mona

all wonderful outfits! My favourite is #2. That blue jacket looks awesome on you. #3 is so polished and sassy.

Raisin

Love #2 but they are all fab. I do really like the vest too, I so want one!

Beth Ann

Thanks, everyone! I always hesitate to post "everyday" outfits, but sometimes I find these the most beneficial when others post them. And Raisin, I'm looking for a second vest in black or navy, but not seeing any out there. I may have to make one like Amy posted last week!

Anonymous

Each outfit is just wonderful! Purple and blue are so striking on you! Love the crisp stripes and the layered necklaces. The jeans and trousers look great on you too. I noticed those Denizen by Levi jeans and they seemed a nice thickness. How is the rise?

Transcona Shannon

Talk about a fantastic selection of outfits Beth Ann! You have a real eye for good proportions on yourself.

You in cobalt blue? GORGEOUS!

Joy: Purple and Sapphire blue are my top tier of flattering colors -- both for my coloring and eyes. I suffered through the years of mustard and pistachio, waiting for the resurrection of jewel tones! BTW --- the Denizen bootcuts are a mid-rise, just below the belly button on me. The skinnies are a slimmer cut (had to size up) and lower rise. Leave no retail stone unturned!

Shannon: Get ready for blue. I seemed to have an addiction this year --- teal, turquoise, cobalt, navy, you name it!

Jaime

You look wonderful in blue. #2 is my favorite, but that might be due to the less flattering lighting in #3. I can see in the close up, the blue stripes look terrific on you. And your legs look a mile long!

Sarah A

I love the skirt in #1 how fun! and purple is a great color on you the cobalt in #2 is amazing and your legs do look about a mile long!

Suz

I love all of these. You look spectacular in the purple of #1 -- so rich and elegant, and far from feeling that the pattern mix is too hectic, I feel it's exactly right.

As the others have said, you look sensational in the blue, and your legs look incredibly long.

Also, I don't think there is anything odd at all in your being inspired by Grace Kelly or Katherine Hepburn (or Audrey, for that matter). But particularly in the case of the former two, there is something in your lovely softly waved hair that recalls the styles of the 40s and 50s and so the crisp yet soft shirting they often wore is very flattering to you, as are the other classic lines.

marianna

You look absolutely fantastic in all three outfits! I love classic style.

Oh wow, you long-legged curvaceous hour-glass! You look great in a vest because of the curves....they keep you looking feminine even in menswear. Love the stripes and your necklaces do no look twee. My condolences on the lighting in your studio though!

Your church outfit does not look bulky, even though I'm sure you were layered up underneath to look warm. I'm loving the "everyday" outfits, thank you! You have fabulous, classic style!

Katiepea

I'm so impressed by how you've managed to look utterly beautiful and impeccably styled in all three outfits. If I had to pick a favourite, I'd struggle to choose between #2 and #3.

Niefern

Active Member

My favourite is #3, you look so good.

Thanks for taking the time to comment, everyone. I think I'm going to need Nordic inspiration this week. Or maybe Inuit. "Look Like a Million Bucks in Windchills Below Zero!" Today's a holiday, so I'm in loungewear under a down blanket at the moment. And the blanket is ------ Soul Sucking Beige!

LOL! Show me your soul sucking beige blanket and I'll show you mine

Jjsloane

I think all 3 are great and flattering. I can see the classic inspiration but you've added your own touches. Love the vest look and high five Olivia Moon jacket sister (I have 3 of them)

Angie

Fashion Stylist

You are on fire!

Your outfit posts become more and more fabulous!! All outfits are KILLER. Loving you in #3 especially.

Thanks Angie! I feel more focused now --- paying more attention to details, but getting more comfortable with my own "skin." Oh --- and classic looks can be incredibly delicious.

Now...off to plan my fantasy wardrobe for a tropical climate.............

pil

Late to the party because I couldn't get the pics to open last night.....
Love the patterns and colors in 1 - that scarf is great! The blue is so illuminating in 2, you had to have been the best dressed basketball scorer there : )
3 is professional but the stripes make it fun, and the necklaces are not twee as far as I'm concerned.

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