WIW: Day At Home - YouLookFab Forum

Yesterday I did not go out but wanted to get dressed! So I just pulled out what I had, and keeping Sensual Romantic in mind, made an outfit.

Top: thrifted BR striped grey Henley
Sweater: HM, acrylic and ancient yet still comfortable (definitely my sickie sweater when not feeling well!)
Leggings: Costco
Belt: Old Navy, faux patent leather, and purchased many years ago
No shoes, as I’m indoors and wear thick warm socks.

Makeup: a downward applied eyeliner and simple eyeshadow. Paired with blue-based shimmery fuschia lipgloss. (WNW Berried Treasure for inquiring lips ) pinned my hair in a slightly 1940s look.

Things I love:
Waist definition. I shy away from it sometimes because I wonder if it makes my hips look too curvy. (Is there such a thing as to curvy??) Is it just me? Or maybe an hourglass thing?? Yet, no waist definition makes me look like a block, or even a cone on top of a taller cone if I wear a flowy blouse with leggings. So, I am reacquainting myself with my waist.
Color. The bright yellow just felt fun and refreshing in the middle of winter. And I love it paired with grey, and even more so with navy! In fact, I think navy is going to be on my list for spring/summer.

Things I’m unsure of or don’t love:
Hair. Oddly enough it feels indifferent to me. But I wanted more than a ponytail. I really, truly need a haircut, and I think that’s part of my indifference. My hair is so different since having my son. I’m almost tempted to take the extra time to start using rollers for better curls and more volume. But a haircut first.

What this outfit tells me most is I need to figure out my closet. I need a few more basics. And/or else need to wear my nicer things and statement pieces everyday. Will post separately about this but definitely would love some feedback.

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5 years ago

Stagiaire Fash

Veteran

I've heard other hourglasses complain about too much curve, but I don't think any of the rest of us know what that is, lol. I think you look great. And hooray for getting back in touch with yourself and your body. I know what you mean about pregnancy-/childbirth related hormones changing your hair. When I was pregnant, my hair just grew like crazy, and continued to do so for a year or more afterwards.

On shopping your closet: have you done an "essentials" list?

taylor

I actually love your curls just as they are
I think waist definition is a good thing on you and why not wear your nicer things and statement pieces, if not everyday ...wear them often !
I love yellow and grey as well. YLF!

Ket

FashIntern, oh thank you!! I'm glad there is no such thing as too much curve. I'm somehow getting used to my body over again. Hair... pregnancy gave me the thickest, shiniest hair ever! (I was told while pregnant you don't shed hair) Postpartum...a journey for sure! I lost a lot of hair after I stopped breastfeeding at 4 months. It felt like handfuls. You can see thin spots in my bus pass photo, and I had almost bald spots in a couple places. I think kost of it has grown back now, thnakfully. But my curls used to be much tighter ringlets, and they haven't quite gone back to that. Such is life!

Taylor, thank you My curls are less curly now thana couple years ago, hormones have changed them. Nicer things: i want to wear them so badly! But then I would feel awkward about wearing my nicer things to scrub the bathroom and wash dishes--what if I ruin them. Silly perhaps?? It can all be replaced and it barely gets any wear except for maybe church *if* I wear it. I am working at my mindset on this!

Joy

You look very pretty with your curls and fuchsia lipstick. I don't think there is such a thing as too much curve either. Perfect for a sensual romantic look.

Joy, you are so lovely! Thank you <3 Somehow for some reason, I'm just now getting used to my body shape again. It feels so new even though it's the same!

Anonymous

WOW. As a fan of lipsticks, I adore that lip color on you.

I personally think your hair looks Sensually Romantic, but it has to feel that way to you. If you feel it missed the mark this time, I understand.

You are definitely rocking that entire ensemble. That high yellow belt clinches it in my opinion. An unintended pun.

Sara L.

I think this is a great day at home outfit! I feel shlumpy if I don't get out of pajamas when I have at home days, but at the same time, I don't want to put too much effort into my outfits. I think you've found a happy medium that looks nice but you can do chores, cook, etc. Hair and makeup always make a huge difference.

Jane

Keturah, you look super. I like the touch of colour in the belt and your lips. Your hair is great too. I am curvey and I say embrace all curves.

I think your hair looks beautiful, and fits sensual romantic I too am curvy, but worry that if I define my waist a lot, my hips look bigger. Its good to look for things that are already cut for curves, or have shaping details like princess seams etc-like this top.

rachylou

Fun! I have a skinny yellow belt too. I should take it out for a spin!

RobinF

I love your curls! Mine is wavy and I would love a bit more curl like yours. I know what you mean about wearing "good" clothes to work around the house. I have "home" outfits and "out" outfits and they don't cross over a lot, except for jeans. I'm Ok with that though. I love your outfit and the fun yellow belt.

Angie

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Fashion Stylist

I like your sensual curls too, Keturah. Cute outfit. The yellow belt packs a punch.

Katerina

Cute outfit - nice with the yellow belt. Lovely curls. And the lipstick kind of make the look - this colour is stunning on you, pure perfection.

Really love the cute yellow belt and hair!
Your curls are great, and add a some softened to your dramatic face. I am working with mine, getting a dry cut recently.

Wonderful makeup. You apply it so well, and know your colours. I am slowly gaining a working knowledge of how to apply it, and how to find the right colours (basically ask the SA :-)).

High five to Costco leggings.

Bijou

This is a great and practical outfit for being at home - you look sensational! Love the yellow belt and hope you enjoy those curves and curls.

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