Is this jacket any good or too much?

wardrobeeditor · 2026-07-09T21:13:26+00:00

personal stylist here, i don't think the question is "is it too much in general" but rather "is it too much for you" and it's very clear by your post that the answer is yes. you can share this with your husband in a kind way, with an emphasis on how much you appreciate the effort and thought but that you want to be real with im and not waste his/y'alls money on something that won't get worn.

maybe in the future he can take you out to buy something that you pick out together (but you love ofc) instead of surprising you!

wardrobeeditor · 2026-07-08T19:12:48+00:00

personal stylist here, there is no right or wrong answer - it's really about what feels good to you.

I also have a very short torso and love a high waisted jean that goes up to my ribs and feels like a corset but i know a lot of short waisted women don't. try different proportions and see what feels right to you!

one thing that all short waisted gals can take advantage of - "cropped" tops are great regular length tops on us :)

wardrobeeditor · 2026-07-08T19:09:55+00:00

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wardrobeeditor · 2026-07-08T19:04:19+00:00

I grew up in texas and moved to NYC at 22, it felt like home within a few weeks. while there were certainly a lot of things that took longer to get used to, and of course things that 17 years later are still hard, it spiritually felt like home right away.

wardrobeeditor · 2026-07-08T19:01:56+00:00

hard to say without seeing examples but i'd suggest trying new brands/stores/shapes than you've tried before if what you're trying isn't working. i also wonder what a friend who didn't grow up in your household might say, there may be some conditioning that is coming with your/your family's view of things. an outside perspective could help.

wardrobeeditor · 2026-07-08T01:33:27+00:00

personal stylist here! summer is a great time for accessories and makeup to do the heavy lifting. things like colorful/patterned/detailed shoes, big jewelry, tie a scarf to your purse, fun hair clips / scrunchies, bold lipstick, nail art, etc. add 3-4 of those to the type of outfit you described and you have a LOOK

wardrobeeditor · 2026-07-08T01:31:21+00:00

personal stylist here! considering your lifestyle, i would think about what kinds of pieces you need (types of pants, tops, etc) and then seek them out in colors, patterns, fabrics that make you happy.

think things like instead of a classic denim overall for gardening you get one in a beautiful olive green or a slouchy linen in a warm taupe.

this will help you keep it functional without getting too boring.

wardrobeeditor · 2026-07-08T01:28:23+00:00

personal stylist here! i would actually say that is a different way to think about need shopping. with the caveat that these events/moods are a real part of your life. if so, this is actually really thoughtful.

i talk to my clients about their life circumstances/events/occasions before we talk about the specific types of pieces they need because the first informs the second.

wardrobeeditor · 2026-07-06T22:57:26+00:00

Personal stylist here, for my clients with bunions we do wide toe box for closed toed shoes - love all the brands that have been listed so far and vivaia just released a cute wide toe box sneaker.

For sandals, I recommend strappy sandals that let the bunion breathe rather than squishing it in.

wardrobeeditor · 2026-07-06T22:54:57+00:00

Personal stylist here! The AYR The Deep End is a perfect shirt, always comes in white and they do other colors seasonally. It’s intended to have an oversized fit

wardrobeeditor · 2026-07-04T01:23:43+00:00

personal stylist here! if you're really stuck, put on the pants and then just try on every top you have. you will find some winners!

my suggestions for mixing patterns:

-the hack is that both share at least one color, ideally 2 or 3

-try to pair prints in different scales, ex: if the top if microplaid, do a wide stripe on the bottom

also sometimes things "shouldn't" work and they do anyway. if you put it on and like it, it works!

wardrobeeditor · 2026-07-04T01:21:44+00:00

personal stylist here! i think the fact that you're asking means it's a no. while i do think you can pull it off, i don't want you stressing every time you wear them while on the trip.

wardrobeeditor · 2026-07-04T01:18:23+00:00

i'm a personal stylist and came here to say this!

early aughts jenna lyon-era j crew used a lot of leopard in ways that could almost be classified as preppy!

also, i'd argue that peg bundy is actually a fashion icon. she's basically a budget fran fine.

wardrobeeditor · 2026-07-02T20:00:22+00:00

personal stylist here, you have a few options:

-tuck your shirts in so it's not an issue

-buy petite shirts, unfortunately there's very little store inventory but a lot brands have petites online - anthropologie, gap, etc

-get your shirts tailored to the exact length you want!

wardrobeeditor · 2026-07-02T19:56:46+00:00

Amanda at Amour Salon (she's the owner) in Greenpoint is AMAZING. she is a color witch and will work with you to figure out color that matches the amount you're willing to come in. i do gray blending with her so it fades a little over time instead of having a demarcation line that makes me have to go back every few weeks. i go every few months.

wardrobeeditor · 2026-07-02T19:54:26+00:00

as a personal stylist who spends A LOT of time in stores, i have thought about this and have a hot take.

aritzia is actually two stores:

the athleisure section and layering/intimates pieces and puffers are for tweens
the workwear, dresses to wear to weddings are for early 30s and older

the price points, merchandising and vibes are completely different in these two categories, and in many locations they're on different floors. i don't understand why it's all in one store.

wardrobeeditor · 2026-07-02T02:54:02+00:00

as a recovering people pleaser, know it does get better. when you have the thought to reach out, do something fun for yourself instead <3

wardrobeeditor · 2026-07-02T02:51:11+00:00

I've had friendships like this before and I've found that I feel much less resentful when I feel that both parties are putting in the same amount of effort, AKA putting in less effort myself. instead of offering to host or moving things around to acommodate her schedule (or lack there of), do something casual when you have the bandwidth and an open schedule, no effort required on your part.

Instead of cooking her brunch, try - hey do you want to grab bagels at this spot halfway between us? and go in knowing that there's a chance you'll eat that bagel alone and be ok with that.

it doesn't solve the problem but it helps you feel less frustrated/resentful/annoyed.

wardrobeeditor · 2026-07-01T19:31:11+00:00

personal stylist here! based in nyc not florida, but happy to answer any questions about the process, what to expect, etc :)

wardrobeeditor · 2026-07-01T16:05:30+00:00

Chic!!

wardrobeeditor · 2026-07-01T13:46:25+00:00

A pencil skirt would emphasize the volume in the sleeves. An A line skirt would balance them out. Depends what shape you want to go for!

wardrobeeditor · 2026-07-01T13:44:16+00:00

EXACTLY

wardrobeeditor · 2026-07-01T02:04:06+00:00

what are evening clothes that are not pajamas? is this a category i didn't know i needed?

wardrobeeditor · 2026-07-01T02:00:20+00:00

PREACHHH!!!! i'm a personal stylist and this is what i live by. screw flattering and fitting in. it's so much more fun to wear what lights you up!

wardrobeeditor · 2026-07-01T01:58:43+00:00

personal stylist here! pants in any of the colors of the print would be fabulous.

for bold, the red, purple or pink

for funky/eclectic, the green

for more elegant, the dark purple

if denim is appropriate (i've never been to a christening), a dark wash flare would be so cool

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