topic Re: How does the "Volume Trend" look on you? in Fashion

How does the "Volume Trend" look on you?

ECBG — Sat, 02 Jan 2016 07:03:41 GMT

Bryn Walker at Dillards has beautiful fabrics and an upscale of the volume trend we see here. (below)

Have you tried these styles on? How do you find these cuts fit? Do the fabrics fall away?

I have an average figure and if I try these items on, I look like I'm swimming so I really have to go down. I also remember What Not To Wear: a lot of fabric adds weight. I wouldn't have a problem with that vest, although I'd add my own black or red leather belt.

Re: How does the "Volume Trend" look on you?

chrystaltree — Sat, 02 Jan 2016 08:12:43 GMT

I don't understand the question. The three styles you gave us are totally different in every way imagineable. They only thing they have in common is that they aren't a close to the body fit. I would not call any of them voluminous. Whether or not fuller, volume stylew work for a woman depends on the item, the fabric, the cut, the design and most important of all,,,,the woman's body.

Re: How does the "Volume Trend" look on you?

Desertdi — Sat, 02 Jan 2016 09:26:32 GMT

It's freezing cold in PHX.......I would be wearing all 3 at the same time. Ya know......"layering" (!!)

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Sweetbay magnolia — Sat, 02 Jan 2016 09:35:03 GMT

@Desertdi wrote:
It's freezing cold in PHX.......I would be wearing all 3 at the same time. Ya know......"layering" (!!)

Hi, @Desertdi - my sis lives in your area. I noticed it's in the 40's right now where you are. It's still 20 degrees colder here on the Eastern Seaboard.

Back to the original topic: I like "weight" in fabric and design if it enhances the overall proportion of the "look". And I love voluminous, flowy fabrics for the right occasion - great for dramatic effect.

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Desertdi — Sat, 02 Jan 2016 10:06:20 GMT

@Sweetbay magnolia wrote:

@Desertdi wrote:
It's freezing cold in PHX.......I would be wearing all 3 at the same time. Ya know......"layering" (!!)
Hi, @Desertdi - my sis lives in your area. I noticed it's in the 40's right now where you are. It's still 20 degrees colder here on the Eastern Seaboard.

Back to the original topic: I like "weight" in fabric and design if it enhances the overall proportion of the "look". And I love voluminous, flowy fabrics for the right occasion - great for dramatic effect.

@Sweetbay magnolia I'm with you on fabric and design........and I like "give" in my clothing. Do not like the "form fitting" styles (which also can be a horror story when it's 110.)

Re: How does the "Volume Trend" look on you?

wilma — Sat, 02 Jan 2016 12:50:50 GMT

I don't like the 3 items you posted. I am not a fan of asymmetry in the dress and the other 2 pieces just look sloppy to me. Sizing down can help the garment look not so voluminous. I do that sometimes in a top that is purposely cut bigger, but then I prefer a more tailored look anyway. One example of volume I wear would be a slightly looser top over a slim pant or skirt. I also own a fit and flare dress that accentuates my small waist and has more volume In the skirt. Adding volume is just not my favorite fashion style.

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italia8140 — Sat, 02 Jan 2016 14:36:31 GMT

I wouldn't wear ANY of them. The asymetrical hem is so overdone, the middle piece is boxy with a collar that's too big, and the coat has no shape to it.

Re: How does the "Volume Trend" look on you?

Adamlambert — Sat, 02 Jan 2016 16:23:29 GMT

Sorry, don't like any of them. I lost weight and don't want to hide any longer . It's more motivating to wear fitted clothes

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MacDUFF — Mon, 04 Jan 2016 00:32:17 GMT

@ECBG

I have tried on a few Bryn Walker at Dillard's. Agree the fabrics are beautiful and all the items I've handled are substantial and well-made. A bit pricey.

Yes, for me, the items have all (literally) been voluminous. I like a little ease around my waist and hips, but this brand is one of the ones I would call ridiculous. Going down a size didn't help me. Ridiculously voluminous...and some have been ridiculously long and I'm tall. I don't even look at this brand anymore.

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Nonametoday — Mon, 04 Jan 2016 00:41:10 GMT

This anorak by Bryn Walker is very attractive in situ. Beautiful purplish/prune color.

I have to be careful as I am only 5-5 on a good day about wearing these items that make me appear shorter but this is very attractive.

I purchased a pair of wide leg M made in Italy slacks and a top of silk for Christmas. They are in the same genre of Bryn Walker and very few are suited to my age group but the pants and top I bought were perfect for a Christmas dinner on a cold, rainy night.

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Nonametoday — Mon, 04 Jan 2016 00:58:54 GMT

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ladyroxanne — Mon, 04 Jan 2016 01:16:16 GMT

i might wear the top and the pants look nice, but i'd never wear them.

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skuggles — Mon, 04 Jan 2016 01:30:41 GMT

I really like the dress on the left, but I doubt it would look good on me. I have an athletic build and any volume seems to be a minus for me. For some reason, I look best in clean streamlined clothing. I can do one LOGO type top over a skinny jean or leggings, but that's it. I look better in a talbots style article of clothing, but I don't think anyone makes one for "non-preppy" types, in a reasonable price range. Lands end makes some good dupes, but they are only dupes IMO ,and not in a classs by themselves.

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islandgrrl — Mon, 04 Jan 2016 05:38:10 GMT

@namealreadytaken wrote:

I love anything with an interesting collar so this coat is a winner for me. My coloring is very similar to the model pictured and while I think the purple is beautiful, I'd love it even more in a slightly more flattering color for dark olive skin. I'm 5' 7" and don't worry too much about being overwhelmed by volume styles.

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faeriemoon — Mon, 04 Jan 2016 13:06:45 GMT

I like the dress and the coat. I like the vest too except for the belt. I have always liked what you refer to as the "volume trend" even before it was a trend.

(And no, I don't use it to cover fat as many of the LOGO naysayers will claim.)

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Snicks1 — Mon, 04 Jan 2016 18:06:22 GMT

Volume does not look good on me. I need more of a fitted look, otherwise I look big and sloppy. NOT saying that others cannot look good in voluminous apparel, just speaking for myself.

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TY — Wed, 06 Jan 2016 04:45:40 GMT

I'm not crazy about layering. I prefer a camisole with a top like a Nygard top with a sharkbite hem.

i saw a G.I.L.I jacket on QVC yesterday which looked awful, it looked like a shroud when worn closed.

A271320

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ANewHue — Wed, 06 Jan 2016 04:51:57 GMT

I bought one shirt that I would consider the volume look. It was a scoop neck tank one piece with the hanging front . Loved the color, the softness of the shirt but when I saw a picture of myself wearing it I quickly changed my mind, I'm a small size so why am I adding all this "weight" to my appearance. From now On that shirt will be worn around the house as an after workout top.

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febe1 — Wed, 06 Jan 2016 13:39:42 GMT

I never buy volume. For instance, Halston. He really has unbelievable volume. On a short, small person, it's ridiculous.