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What looks amazing on you?

175 replies

Separatedandabitsad · 01/11/2020 10:33

I saw a thread about what we accept we cannot wear, so I thought a thread about what looks great on us would be nice as well!

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Separatedandabitsad · 01/11/2020 10:34

For me, scarves and jeans look good on me. Blazers also look very good — and dresses that aren’t too floaty.

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wizzywig · 01/11/2020 10:35

Dark eyeliner makes me look sultry, I even fancy myself when I have it on.

wizzywig · 01/11/2020 10:36

@Separatedandabitsad thank you for creating this post. I needed to hear happy positive words

AnneLovesGilbert · 01/11/2020 10:37

Waisty knee-length dresses. Wrap front jumpers.

Atalune · 01/11/2020 10:38

White deep v neck t shirts make me look crisp and stylish I think. Zara make the best ones.

SilentLamb1 · 01/11/2020 10:40

Skinny jeans.
Dark plum red lipstick.
Winter woollen hat.

ToadCandle · 01/11/2020 10:40

Fitted, draped dresses in jewel colours turn me into a siren.

OhioOhioOhio · 01/11/2020 10:41

Hats

Fatted · 01/11/2020 10:44

Knee length or just above the knee fit and flare dresses.
High heels.

I've very much found my own personal uniform and stick to what I know and like.

Separatedandabitsad · 01/11/2020 10:44

@wizzywig
GrinGrin I agree! Good eye make-up goes a long way!

I love a natural bare look on others but I have to say a good mineral foundation (or Max Factor/L’Oreal if I’m out) goes a long way to evening out my complexion and making my skin look good.

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Sadik · 01/11/2020 10:54

This is a great thread :) It'd be really helpful to know people's height/shape for stealing ideas....
I look best in fitted/tailored clothes (shame - from that POV only - that I don't do an office job needing formal wear any more!). Japanese influenced shapes/colours also suit me. I'm short and slightly built.

In practice 99% of the time I live in baggy trousers and baggy jumpers for comfort and practicality Grin

Fluffycloudland77 · 01/11/2020 11:00

Blazers, square necks, 3/4 length sleeves, skinny jeans. I’ve got a very petite frame and anything loose or regular fit makes me look like a potato.

Sandytoes86 · 01/11/2020 11:03

@wizzywigGrin
Yeah eyeliner too but I never wear it

Zenithbear · 01/11/2020 11:04

5ft 5 8/10 slim with ample boobs and long legs
Skinny jeans
Leather leggings
Fitted mini skirts
Shorts
Fitted tops
Plain no patterns
Greys, blues, pinks, purples, green in muted tones.
Metallics.
Anything with a (subtle) rock chick vibe.

Monkeytapper · 01/11/2020 11:06

I find jumpsuits on me are flattering, I’m 5ft 7 and size 10/12.

Separatedandabitsad · 01/11/2020 11:06

@Zenithbear

You sound like you have the perfect figure! I’d say you could wear anything to be honest.

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Floisme · 01/11/2020 11:07

Ankle length trousers, silk shirt, vintage midi length Burberry raincoat, brogues.

Well I think so anyway Smile

Separatedandabitsad · 01/11/2020 11:07

@Monkeytapper

Jumpsuits are very flattering on me too. I’d love to find less dressy ones to wear to work. They always seem to be formal ...

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Ginfilledcats · 01/11/2020 11:16

Tailored ankle length trousers with a pointy toe stiletto, blouse or polo neck tucked in.

A red or berry lip

Felt fedoras

Midi skirts

Anything "country bumpkin-risqué"

What a nice threat to start OP

Minesril · 01/11/2020 11:18

Skater dresses falling around the knee. Anything below the knee and I turn into a frump. Skinny jeans. Fitted tops, never T-shirts!

Judystilldreamsofhorses · 01/11/2020 11:23

High waisted trousers
Wearing things tucked in or that end just at my waist
Crew or polo necks
Skirts that are either short (with 100 denier opaques) or midi length
Red lipstick, always, even for WFH

I’m 5ft 6 and a hippy size 10

Purplecatshopaholic · 01/11/2020 11:27

I have a decent waist, so fitted things generally look good on me. 5ft 6, size 8. I have decent legs so a shortish skirt and boots works for me when it’s a bit colder. I like my lips but it’s all masks just now, so focusing on eyes more and it’s all about the eyeliner and mascara. Hats suit me too.

bendmeoverbackwards · 01/11/2020 11:31

Great thread.

I've got good legs so love short dresses with a denim jacket over in the spring and a leather biker in the autumn.

Monkeytapper · 01/11/2020 11:32

@Separatedandabitsad....I have this from Barbour, so comfy and can dress it down with a denim jacket and trainers or with a black jacket for work. Very comfy

What looks amazing on you?
Separatedandabitsad · 01/11/2020 11:39

@Monkeytapper

Thanks. That’s gorgeous! That’s exactly the type of one I’d like. Jumpsuits are so handy.

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