WIW one outfit three ways - YouLookFab Forum

Dear Fabbers,

Here is an outfit I wore to a dinner birthday party to a relative. Quite casual, but tried to be a little bit dressy within the casual. I wore No 1.

Then I added two other renditions. No two - same outfit, no scarf. No three, different trousers and a different scarf.

My evaluation:

No 1 - pleased with. I am wearing navy Escada blazer with a large costume bug brooch, a Loewe scarf, a yellow shirt with a ruffled collar from Stenströms, dark wash 7/8 legs Escada jeans, chocolate suede boots from Tod’s (amazing quality and longevity, have had them for cca 10 years), a red crossbody/clutch bag with gold seems - my newest charity shop find.

No 2 - removed the scarf, less pleased with the outfit.

No 3 - changed the jeans for wide leg navy trousers, another scarf, the same bag, shirt, blazer and brooch. Like everything apart from the scarf with the shirt collar, should have tied it differently, inside the collar, so less pleased.

I think this shows well what a powerful accessory a scarf is and how the right scarf can make an outfit and a wrong one ruin an outfit.

What is your evaluation?

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7 years ago

SW Ann

Veteran

First off I very much like all these pieces.... but my fave is No 1. The scarf just makes the entire outfit cohesive. The unique bug brooch amps up the personality of the outfit too. Nothing wrong with any of these outfits. You always looks great, Katerina

Jaime

(website)

Interesting experiment! I love the first one and agree the scarf adds. The third one is interesting - the wide trousers change the vibe of the outfit and make it more formal, but I love the way you wore your new bag find over the outfit.

Kathie

You have thoroughly convinced me to add more scarves! (I wore my NAS scarf three times this week, and realized that I need more.) Gorgeous outfits, and it’s so informative to see the variations.

rachylou

Sharp. You have a good eye for quality colour!

Anonymous

I have to admit to loving you in a narrower pant ! I really like the first outfit , although the scarf and the frilled stand collar are at odds with each other ....., but the overall silhouette is a nice change and shows off your legs nicely

jussie

They each look fantastic. All are “10’s” to my eye.

#1 looks most like your style. Without the scarf it is not nearly as interesting and dramatic. Compared with #1, the last outfit is good but not really you. The scarf does look off...maybe too small? The big bug brooch ( say that fast 10 times) is magnificent

Mirjana

I agree with you Katerina, about no 1 excellent outfit, you style. No 2 is smart but it seems not enough only brooch for you elegant style. And finally no 3, prefect pants and if you want to accentuate this beautiful pants just some jewellery, and no scarf maybe good solution, to my mind. But I can say all are nice but if you want to be excellent as usual , my little suggestion, just to try.

Helena

Oh I love what Mirjana said ... I actually love #2, but that's minimalist me talking ... #1 and 3 are more signature to your style, and that makes them FAB. Love those jeans on you.

Scarfs ARE powerful accessories. I am still learning how to tie them so that they work for me. I study your WIWs carefully to learn from your expertise.

Jessikams

I agree with you, a scarf can make a huge difference. The lesson to me is: a PRINT can make a huge difference. The outfits without the scarf are less interesting because they’re solids. But those who don’t like scarves can use printed or patterned accessories like shoes or bags. Or printed clothing of course. This is a new thing for me to learn. I used to always buy solid colors because I thought they were more versatile. But we all need to add print to make things exciting!

Angie

Fashion Stylist

I LOVE #1. KILLER to the POWER of KILLER. The scarf and frilled blouse are beautifully complementary. Even more so with the bag and bug. No wonder that THIS was your happy look. It loves you right back.

Try #1 with the wide legs of #3.

You are Queen Scarf & Brooch. You own this look like no other, Katerina.

Yes, upon sober second thought (figuratively) ....the blouse and scarf indeed work together ; an example of maximal accessorizing. I apologize for sounding so bluntly critical - that's what happens when I'm looking at pictures on my phone.....

Bijou

I adore #1, it is wonderful on you and so interesting to see the outfit without the scarf. It is lovely, but not as dramatic or interesting as with the scarf.

Look #3 is great and it would be interesting to see this tied with the scarf inside the shirt, as I am sure that this too would be a winning formula.

Katerina

Thank you SW Ann for looking and for the encouraging comments.

Thank you Shevia. I like my new bag. I don’t wear crossbody bags so often, but try to get used to them as I have some nice ones. A colourful crossbody changes an outfit a lot.

Kathie, thank you, you are awfully kind, I am honored.

Rachylou, thank you, appreciate it.

Lisa P., there is absolutely no need to apologize, I really appreciate your always honest feedback. I have not register any blunt criticism at all. The whole point of asking for feedback is to hear people’s opinion. So thank you for taking your time looking and commenting and thanks for coming back with a second opinion.

Joy, thank you for looking and for the wise feedback. I feel the same way about the outfits. And thank you for the compliments.

Mirjana, thank you for the great idea, I am thinking maybe some bold earrings with the third outfit instead of the scarf?

Torontogirl, you are so kind, thank you! You always show me the beauty and elegance of a minimal, clean outfit. I appreciate you so much.

Sterling, you are way to kind, I am humbled.

Jessicams, YES, you are right! Prints! I also wear solid pieces and use prints almost exclusively in scarves, but of course, they can be added in other items.... new thing for me too.

Angie, thank you. I am so honored. You are just such a lovely person.

Bijou, thank you for the kind words and the feedback. I also like the first outfit better. This is a good excercise for me to try outfits with and without scarves and the feedback is very much appreciated.

Jenni NZ

Well Katerina they all look amazing as usual! But I would like to vote for 2, I really like it because you can actually see the lovely blouse which goes so well with the bug brooch. It is not nearly as dramatic or "you", but then aren't you interested in style stretching?
I never wear scarves, you see, so while I love all your scarves outfits I can't really relate to them as much I suppose? The colour of the blouse is so pretty.

Jenni, thank you for looking and commenting, and for the compliments, You are right, I do want some style stretching. I love scarves, of course, and dramatic looks. That will probably not change. But a part of my dressing is a habit and comfort. At the same time, I would love more variety of looks and skipping or changing accessories would be an easy way....
Although it is not that “easy”. LOL

Sal

Oooh I love 1 - so elegant and interesting...great colours too.

I also love 3.... lovely evening look.

And 2 is also good but coming after 1 it does not quite have the impact. You have such a good eye for a scarf.

Cee

Thumbs up, kid

cindysmith

I've come to expect dramatic looks from you, and these are great on you!

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