s/o what counts as looking "put together"?

[Anonymous]

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Anonymous wrote:When it comes to this, it's really crucial to be thin and in shape. A fit, toned woman can look amazing in super casual clothes such as skinny jeans or running tights and a tee in a way that an overweight one can't.

Other than that, clean hair, minimal make up (under eye concealer if you're getting up at night, mascara, blush, lip gloss) can do wonders.

Get a pedicure if you're wearing sandals.

I disagree with the bolded. The woman in the first picture in 12:18's post is on the larger side and she looks very put together. It's a simple look, but her clothes fit, are flattering on her body, and her accessories and shoes really pull the outfit together. And I don't care how thin you are, running tights and a tee shirt is not a "put together" look.

lol I was just coming in to say that she still looks frumpy because she't so fat! Compare her to the girl underneath her. The second photo is tons more casual but she looks good because she's thin.

But not everyone has eating disorders. Only thin people can look good? You people are ridiculous.

So if you're not overweight like that girl in the skirt you have an eating disorder?

LOL Ok

[Anonymous]

Put together:

Hair is clean and neat. Style doesn't matter. You can look polished with a ponytail and no product.

Skin is moisturized and eyes/lips are brightened. I use SPF, concealer under my eyes and on discolorations, curl my lashes, brush out my brows and lashes with a mascara-free spoolie, and wear a light lip gloss.

Minimal jewelry and accessories. Wearing small earrings helps to brighten my face, and a classic pair of sunglasses (no gaudy embellishments) helps to pull everything together.

Clothes can be casual, but they (a) are tailored, cut to flatter the wearer's figure, and made of quality fabric, (b) the whole outfit doesn't look like it belongs in a gym, (c) wash well (not faded/pilled/heavily wrinkled), and (d) aren't too "loud" (pastel chevrons and animal prints, I'm talking to you).

Shoes are clean and toes/nails (if exposed) are clean.

[Anonymous]

Gwenyth and Olivia P. look so good in super casual jeans and a plain shirt because they are THIN. That's what makes it chic.

You get this right?

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:In my opinion, the bare minimum of a "put together" look is clean, well-groomed, neat looking, and conveys the message that a person takes pride in their appearance. Hair should be styled (yes, ponytails count as styled). If the wearer likes make up, it should be minimal, enough to enhance the wearer's features for daytime. Not the drag queen look with contouring/highlighting that has become so popular. Clothing should be clean, neat, free of wrinkles, in excellent condition and should fit properly. The colors worn should be harmonious together and compliment the skin tone of the wearer. Also, the cut and shape of the clothing should be appropriate for the body type of the wearer.

Proper fit is something that many in my area (Midwestern USA) seem to struggle with. Unfortunately, when people gain weight, their pants get shorter and tend to hug the rolls in the midsection. This is really unattractive.

*Athletic wear is only appropriate for athletic activities or sporting events, and should not be considered casual wear. Sweats, yoga pants, school/team shirts should not be daily attire for adults. Many people seem to believe that jeans/t-shirts/sneakers or sweats/yoga pants are the only comfortable outfit combinations, but this is simply not true. Slacks, skirts, and cute tops are just as comfortable, and look significantly better.

Lessons from Madame Chic by Jennifer L. Scott is a good book that discusses the subject of being "put together" every day.

I also wanted to add, it seems that many people don't own full length mirrors, which is part of the problem. People have no idea what they look like when they walk out the door. Full-length mirrors can be purchased inexpensively from most big box stores and can be hung over a bedroom or closet door. It is important to know what you look like from the front, back and from head to toe. Using a mirror to make sure you are presenting an acceptable image will not make anyone turn into Dorian Gray.

[Anonymous]

Another way of saying it:

Put Lena Dunham in a cute, put together outfit and Gwenyth Paltrow or Olivia Palermo in running tights and fitted tee.

Who looks better?

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:When it comes to this, it's really crucial to be thin and in shape. A fit, toned woman can look amazing in super casual clothes such as skinny jeans or running tights and a tee in a way that an overweight one can't.

Other than that, clean hair, minimal make up (under eye concealer if you're getting up at night, mascara, blush, lip gloss) can do wonders.

Get a pedicure if you're wearing sandals.

I disagree with the bolded. The woman in the first picture in 12:18's post is on the larger side and she looks very put together. It's a simple look, but her clothes fit, are flattering on her body, and her accessories and shoes really pull the outfit together. And I don't care how thin you are, running tights and a tee shirt is not a "put together" look.

I think the PP's point was that in order to look put together in very casual clothing, a person kind of has to be thin and fit. I don't think that running tights and a tshirt is the be-all end-all of "casual clothing" but if a person is wearing those things and they are svelte, they will look slightly less frumpy than a larger person. I think the first woman above looks very put together but I would not consider what she's wearing to be "casual clothing" given that it's a skirt, a blouse with a belt, heels, and a jacket.

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[Anonymous]

Also ladies:

Get your roots done as often as necessary! Nothing worse than grey roots coming in. Sorry if your hair grows fast, you still need to get it colored every 2-3 weeks.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:In my opinion, the bare minimum of a "put together" look is clean, well-groomed, neat looking, and conveys the message that a person takes pride in their appearance. Hair should be styled (yes, ponytails count as styled). If the wearer likes make up, it should be minimal, enough to enhance the wearer's features for daytime. Not the drag queen look with contouring/highlighting that has become so popular. Clothing should be clean, neat, free of wrinkles, in excellent condition and should fit properly. The colors worn should be harmonious together and compliment the skin tone of the wearer. Also, the cut and shape of the clothing should be appropriate for the body type of the wearer.

Proper fit is something that many in my area (Midwestern USA) seem to struggle with. Unfortunately, when people gain weight, their pants get shorter and tend to hug the rolls in the midsection. This is really unattractive.

*Athletic wear is only appropriate for athletic activities or sporting events, and should not be considered casual wear. Sweats, yoga pants, school/team shirts should not be daily attire for adults. Many people seem to believe that jeans/t-shirts/sneakers or sweats/yoga pants are the only comfortable outfit combinations, but this is simply not true. Slacks, skirts, and cute tops are just as comfortable, and look significantly better.

Lessons from Madame Chic by Jennifer L. Scott is a good book that discusses the subject of being "put together" every day.

This x1,000

[Anonymous]

People are so ridiculously defensive about being overweight in this city.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:Gwenyth and Olivia P. look so good in super casual jeans and a plain shirt because they are THIN. That's what makes it chic.

You get this right?

Gwyneth, Olivia P and Reese still look fairly frumpy to me in those pics. But those looks are definitely better than the sweats and yoga pants that plague the nation.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:Gwenyth and Olivia P. look so good in super casual jeans and a plain shirt because they are THIN. That's what makes it chic.

You get this right?

+ 1

I have to agree with this.

Thin does have a tendency to lend itself to chicness. It's that Jackie O./ Audrey Hepburn thing.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:

Anonymous wrote:Gwenyth and Olivia P. look so good in super casual jeans and a plain shirt because they are THIN. That's what makes it chic.

You get this right?

Gwyneth, Olivia P and Reese still look fairly frumpy to me in those pics. But those looks are definitely better than the sweats and yoga pants that plague the nation.

Reece looks frumpy because she's slightly overweight (or at least not thin) and her shirt is wrinkled.

Gwenyth and Olivia look great though super casual. I think these are actually great photos for showing you what thinness can do for you.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:People are so ridiculously defensive about being overweight in this city.

this

But it is a mommy site so. Maybe women on here are having trouble losing the baby weight? shrug.

[Anonymous]

You can be too thin though. I think Olivia Palermo is verging on it sometimes. She looks good in that particular photo but in others, her legs are like tooth picks. Not a good look.

[Anonymous]

I think the key is to be height-weight proportionate. You can have curves and not be rail-skinny. I think being too heavy or too thin for your frame look equally awful.