Comments on: Looking good at every age http://www.youlookfab.com/2007/11/12/looking-good-at-every-age/ Free advice from a fashion pro Thu, 20 Nov 2008 15:04:57 +0000 http://wordpress.org/?v=2.2.2 By: Nicole http://www.youlookfab.com/2007/11/12/looking-good-at-every-age/#comment-5214 Nicole Wed, 14 Nov 2007 03:24:25 +0000 http://www.youlookfab.com/2007/11/12/looking-good-at-every-age/#comment-5214 Ana, How chunky do you want to go with your sweater? My 78 fashionable mother showed up at my house in a beautiful cable knit sweater the other day. She was a dress designer in her youth and she NEVER wears anything that isn't pefectly flattering. The main thing I noticed about this sweater is the cables didn't pull open at the bust. This gave the sweater a very streamlined look for a somewhat chunky sweater. I immediately asked her where she got it, and she beamed with frugal pride when she told me "Lands End--$60" Its the only time I've seen a cable knit sweater on a busty woman that was slimming and so well fitting. Ana, How chunky do you want to go with your sweater? My 78 fashionable mother showed up at my house in a beautiful cable knit sweater the other day. She was a dress designer in her youth and she NEVER wears anything that isn’t pefectly flattering. The main thing I noticed about this sweater is the cables didn’t pull open at the bust. This gave the sweater a very streamlined look for a somewhat chunky sweater. I immediately asked her where she got it, and she beamed with frugal pride when she told me “Lands End–$60″ Its the only time I’ve seen a cable knit sweater on a busty woman that was slimming and so well fitting.

]]> By: Josie http://www.youlookfab.com/2007/11/12/looking-good-at-every-age/#comment-5190 Josie Tue, 13 Nov 2007 15:24:02 +0000 http://www.youlookfab.com/2007/11/12/looking-good-at-every-age/#comment-5190 I don't watch Oprah but this seemed like a good, informative episode. Hopefully, it will make women change their mindset about dressing. In my European travels what I am most struck by is how amazing older women look. They know how to dress their bodies and their clothes FIT to perfection, even if the clothes are older they fit perfectly. They also introduce trends judiciously into their classic wardrobe resulting in a modern and age appropriate look. That is my inspiration for dressing and it seems like the show introduced this same concept, sorry I missed it. I don’t watch Oprah but this seemed like a good, informative episode. Hopefully, it will make women change their mindset about dressing.

In my European travels what I am most struck by is how amazing older women look. They know how to dress their bodies and their clothes FIT to perfection, even if the clothes are older they fit perfectly. They also introduce trends judiciously into their classic wardrobe resulting in a modern and age appropriate look. That is my inspiration for dressing and it seems like the show introduced this same concept, sorry I missed it.

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]]> By: Ana http://www.youlookfab.com/2007/11/12/looking-good-at-every-age/#comment-5162 Ana Tue, 13 Nov 2007 05:48:40 +0000 http://www.youlookfab.com/2007/11/12/looking-good-at-every-age/#comment-5162 Angie - bras were mentioned in the link you provided. One women was taken to the lingerie section of Nordstrom because all she had was a sports bra. I really want a chunky knit, preferably grey, but I'm having such a hard time finding one that I am willing to invest in. Chunky knits can easily be very unflattering, so I'm waiting until I find the perfect one...hopefully a BCBG on the sale rack. Angie - bras were mentioned in the link you provided. One women was taken to the lingerie section of Nordstrom because all she had was a sports bra.

I really want a chunky knit, preferably grey, but I’m having such a hard time finding one that I am willing to invest in. Chunky knits can easily be very unflattering, so I’m waiting until I find the perfect one…hopefully a BCBG on the sale rack.

]]> By: Debbie http://www.youlookfab.com/2007/11/12/looking-good-at-every-age/#comment-5146 Debbie Mon, 12 Nov 2007 22:45:20 +0000 http://www.youlookfab.com/2007/11/12/looking-good-at-every-age/#comment-5146 That is so true, Nicole. I went to Intimacy last winter when I was in NYC. I spent more than I ever thought I would on 3 bras, but what an education. The difference is remarkable (I am over 50 and the girls are sagging...); now I sold on the investment in the undergarment world. Talk about looking like you lost 10 pounds! That is so true, Nicole. I went to Intimacy last winter when I was in NYC. I spent more than I ever thought I would on 3 bras, but what an education. The difference is remarkable (I am over 50 and the girls are sagging…); now I sold on the investment in the undergarment world. Talk about looking like you lost 10 pounds!

]]> By: angie http://www.youlookfab.com/2007/11/12/looking-good-at-every-age/#comment-5145 angie Mon, 12 Nov 2007 22:13:13 +0000 http://www.youlookfab.com/2007/11/12/looking-good-at-every-age/#comment-5145 Such super comments from everyone ladies. I wasn't aware of this particular Oprah show and I do thank Stephanie for suggesting that I watch it! Your excellent wardrobe attitude is music to my ears Patricia, and thanks Nicole for reiterating that updating bras is vitally important. It's quite odd that this was not mentioned by any of the stylists at all. Such super comments from everyone ladies. I wasn’t aware of this particular Oprah show and I do thank Stephanie for suggesting that I watch it!

Your excellent wardrobe attitude is music to my ears Patricia, and thanks Nicole for reiterating that updating bras is vitally important. It’s quite odd that this was not mentioned by any of the stylists at all.

]]> By: Nicole http://www.youlookfab.com/2007/11/12/looking-good-at-every-age/#comment-5142 Nicole Mon, 12 Nov 2007 21:09:25 +0000 http://www.youlookfab.com/2007/11/12/looking-good-at-every-age/#comment-5142 I didn't catch the show...but I do think what you've highlighted here makes alot of sense. (not sure I follow the chunky heel with wide pant legs though.) But, if I could add one item to the list it would be, "buy great bras". Nothing makes a woman appear old and out of shape like a bad bra. It can be difficult to spend a lot of money on good bras, since they aren't seen by the general public. But a good bra will make your clothes look a lot better. You don't need to have a dozen either. You can get by with 2 or 3 and add to that. And remember, bras don't last forever. And if you have to hold it together with a safety pin, it's time to toss it. I didn’t catch the show…but I do think what you’ve highlighted here makes alot of sense. (not sure I follow the chunky heel with wide pant legs though.) But, if I could add one item to the list it would be, “buy great bras”. Nothing makes a woman appear old and out of shape like a bad bra. It can be difficult to spend a lot of money on good bras, since they aren’t seen by the general public. But a good bra will make your clothes look a lot better. You don’t need to have a dozen either. You can get by with 2 or 3 and add to that. And remember, bras don’t last forever. And if you have to hold it together with a safety pin, it’s time to toss it.

]]> By: Patricia http://www.youlookfab.com/2007/11/12/looking-good-at-every-age/#comment-5138 Patricia Mon, 12 Nov 2007 19:30:41 +0000 http://www.youlookfab.com/2007/11/12/looking-good-at-every-age/#comment-5138 I highly recommend the books "Trinny & Susannah -What You Wear Can Change Your Life" & "Trinny & Susannah Take on America". Wow! These books gave me the push that I needed to be ruthless and toss out things that were unflattering even it I'd spent money on the items. I used to buy cheap items but these ladies taught me that it was ok to splurge on an item because it was an investment in my wardrobe. It even has great tips for moms on the go. They suggested you not buy a black coat since stains are more obvious. Instead a tweed or a busy pattern can be quite chic. The book talks about buying quality shoes which is so interesting because a lot of women won't pay $200 or more on a good pair of shoes and yet they have all sorts of 'feet' problems that could have been avoided if they spent a little more on the padding of the shoes. What's cool about the books is that it tells you where they bought a lot of the items in the book. I am re-reading one of the books b/c I always need a refresher course so I won't go back to my old ways! I highly recommend the books “Trinny & Susannah -What You Wear Can Change Your Life” & “Trinny & Susannah Take on America”. Wow! These books gave me the push that I needed to be ruthless and toss out things that were unflattering even it I’d spent money on the items. I used to buy cheap items but these ladies taught me that it was ok to splurge on an item because it was an investment in my wardrobe. It even has great tips for moms on the go. They suggested you not buy a black coat since stains are more obvious. Instead a tweed or a busy pattern can be quite chic. The book talks about buying quality shoes which is so interesting because a lot of women won’t pay $200 or more on a good pair of shoes and yet they have all sorts of ‘feet’ problems that could have been avoided if they spent a little more on the padding of the shoes. What’s cool about the books is that it tells you where they bought a lot of the items in the book. I am re-reading one of the books b/c I always need a refresher course so I won’t go back to my old ways!

]]> By: Ana Ortiz http://www.youlookfab.com/2007/11/12/looking-good-at-every-age/#comment-5132 Ana Ortiz Mon, 12 Nov 2007 18:12:39 +0000 http://www.youlookfab.com/2007/11/12/looking-good-at-every-age/#comment-5132 The tip of shopping by fit not by size was directed to me. I have spent so much time in the fitting rooms trying on cloth and believing that certain styles don't look good on me, I should give it a try changing the size too. The topic was perfect for me too as I am in my fortys and I want to look like a modern lady, my fear is that I would look like a lady trying to be a teeneger. Thanks!! Ana The tip of shopping by fit not by size was directed to me. I have spent so much time in the fitting rooms trying on cloth and believing that certain styles don’t look good on me, I should give it a try changing the size too.
The topic was perfect for me too as I am in my fortys and I want to look like a modern lady, my fear is that I would look like a lady trying to be a teeneger.
Thanks!!
Ana

]]> By: Patricia http://www.youlookfab.com/2007/11/12/looking-good-at-every-age/#comment-5129 Patricia Mon, 12 Nov 2007 18:06:06 +0000 http://www.youlookfab.com/2007/11/12/looking-good-at-every-age/#comment-5129 I work from home but I never wear work-out clothes unless I am going to the gym. Right now I am wearing a gray light v-neck thin sweater with gray slacks and I can't tell you how comfortable my clothes are and yet they are classic in style. Sometimes when I am on the train, I am so shocked to see women with stained blouses, missing buttons, visible panty-lines, ill fitting bras, shiny hosiery, dirty shoes & the list goes on. What I have heard women say is that they don't have time to shop, mend or dry-clean their clothes. Sorry, but this is no excuse. I tend to streamline my closet every day. In fact, last night I went through my sweater collection. I made sure my cashmere sweaters were stored properly, I made sure my other sweaters were nicely folded by color. I eveb tossed a button down shirt that kept unbuttoning in the front every time I wore it which meant that it didn't fit. So my wardrobe is always a work in progress. I work from home but I never wear work-out clothes unless I am going to the gym. Right now I am wearing a gray light v-neck thin sweater with gray slacks and I can’t tell you how comfortable my clothes are and yet they are classic in style. Sometimes when I am on the train, I am so shocked to see women with stained blouses, missing buttons, visible panty-lines, ill fitting bras, shiny hosiery, dirty shoes & the list goes on. What I have heard women say is that they don’t have time to shop, mend or dry-clean their clothes. Sorry, but this is no excuse. I tend to streamline my closet every day. In fact, last night I went through my sweater collection. I made sure my cashmere sweaters were stored properly, I made sure my other sweaters were nicely folded by color. I eveb tossed a button down shirt that kept unbuttoning in the front every time I wore it which meant that it didn’t fit. So my wardrobe is always a work in progress.

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