hi everyone i am mark i want to introduce yourself I'm extremely interested in personal style, and love helping people with clothing dilemmas. As for my own style, I have a pretty good grip on what I like (a lifetime of being obsessed with clothes will do that to you), but I struggle with some things. Right now, those things include how to keep fashion exciting when I mainly stay at home during the day, reconciling flattery and comfort, and dressing for a changing body type.
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http://www.espadrille.co.uk

Hi, everybody! I am lyn67.
I've been reeding this blog for more than 1year now-thanks to Angie-and you all ladies, my fashion style evolved a lot since than. I always loved fashion, but years passed and just couldn't found the right style for my grown up body and age (42!). This site was giving me fabulous ideeas and I love experimenting.
I am a city born girl, but now I live in a small town in the EU(Hungary). I have a degree in technical engineering and postgrad in business/corporate finance and have been working as a chief executive/manager of a small jointventure company for almost 15 years now. I am married and have a 12 years old lovely daughter.
I'm inviting you all to see and comment my outfits on flickr.com.
(I now try hard to include colours in my basicaly dark shaded outfits and find good challenging dressing occasion, wheather and mood appropriate if this it' making sense for you, too(?)
Thank you so much for the opportunity, and please be forgiving to my bad English...

just wanted to share some of my grown up girl (of 42!) outfits

Hi everyone, I'm Joanne.
I'm very new to the forum as have just joined about 10 mins ago! I am 38 yr old full time mum and I live in Leeds in the UK. I stumbled on YLF when searching for leggings to put together a Micky Mouse costume for my son, of all things!! I am married (10 years) but been with hubby for 16 years altogether, 2 children a boy, 3yrs and a girl 18mths and another on the way! I'm 5'4" tall and about 123lbs. I would describe myself as hourglass shaped, but not for long, ha! I really need some help updating my wardrobe as most of the stuff that is in there hasn't been touched for well over a year(or5). Anyway gotta dash as the little ones need waking from their nap. Chat again soon, x.

Dzien dobry! Hello!My name is Renata,born in Poland,living in Canada.Self employed,run my own barber shop,I love doing hair.Don't even know how I run in to this site,but I learn so much already,my husband tells me I'm addicted to it.I'm 43-I don't want to look young,I like my age,but i'm determined to bring ME to the surface.My style is comfortable,relaxed,unpretentious,active and I'm here to learn how to be more fresh and unique.I have high hopes(my friend commented on my changing style already .so I guess this is working.Typing is new for me to,I'm starting to use more than one finger-ok yes its that bad.So I'm learning about style and typing-THIS IS ALL GOOD.

Hi Ladies,
My name is Alex, I am a lover of the fashion world, and try to keep up on it as much as I can. I am very new to forums, and blogs, so bare with me as I learn about all of this. I think it is a lot of fun!
I am a mom, I have an 8 year old daughter. I just got re-married, and am loving it. I am a little out of the practice of knowing what to wear. So I am really looking forward to keeping in touch with all of you to help each other out.
I am in my 30's, an hourglass, leaning toward an inverted triangle. My husband and I are very active, we workout everyday, hike, backpack, run, whitewater raft, and any other exciting activities we can find.
Look forward to shopping, and gossiping with all of you=)

Hi!

I'm Katie, from Surrey, England - Mum to 2 beautiful girls - one achingly "with it" 13 year old, and a daft 9 year old, who tries very hard!

I've been trying to improve my style for about a year, and have been blogging my progress and asking advice as I go - not knowing that you guys were here!

I'm a rectangle, I think, with a very short waist and long legs!

Look forward to getting to know you all!

My name is Linda and I am a new member to YLF. I was born and raised in southern california and reside in Orange County. I am far from the Real Housewives of OC, though the places frequented are one's for which I can relate.

I am 44, married, with an 11 year old son, and work full-time in Software Business Strategy for a large public firm. My routine ranges from very casual to formal -- weekend baseball-mom, casual office wear, conference speaker, dinner club, formal holiday gatherings (personal and work-related) and date nights with my husband. I like a polished, put-together, sophisticated, approachable style that can be kicked up in any direction, coming through both casually and during work. If you have ever seen Lipstick Jungle or Cashmere Mafia or even Charlotte in Sex & the City, those are the styles I wish I could attain.

I used to feel 40's is the new 30's, but in the last last several years I have noticed a perceptible difference for which I am referred. I fully embrace my age-- the key for me is to be realistic about it.

I am 5'7", size 8, hourglass. I tend towards fitted, stream lined clothing. I feel my casual style is a bit frumpy and need the most work.

Here is a picture on a work day.
http://i783.photobucket.com/al.....ure072.jpg

I hope to find at YLF a way to find my style. I am looking for constructive feedback and suggestions. I thought I start with a week of daily outfits and go from there.

Hello! I'm Kym and I love fashion!! I've been reading fashion blogs & forums for quite a while, but only yesterday came upon YLF. This seems to be the most involved site for real people that I've found.

I'm 42 but thanks to my very petite frame and some awesome DNA from my mom, I don't look a day over 30 (or so I've often been told). Because of this and the fact that I don't feel a day over 21, I struggle with dressing my age - not sure if I should dress my chronological age or to my 30ish appearance.

My wardrobe consists of classic staples mixed with trendy pieces that create my personal style. I have a fettish for boots, bags, hats & jewelry (not necessarily in that order). I've just recently started to gravitate toward scarves, something that I only briefly experimented with in the 80's.

Did I mention that I love fashion?

Hi,
I'm Melody and I know nothing about fashion. I haven't bought new clothes since my junior year of high school. I'm 21 now and just starting college after being the caretaker for my grandmother for 3 years. Clothes have been about functionality and comfort for me for a long time, but now that I'm stepping out into the "real world" I really want to change that.

I want style and I know what I like but I have no idea how to apply it to myself. I absolutely love the 1950's. Everything from the glamor and glitz of Hollywood to the kitschy housewife dresses. I love pinup/ rockabilly fashion. And in my earlier years when I did have somewhat of a fashion sense I was a punk.

I'm a pear/hourglass shape. Very much a plus size (Dress size 20) but very short. I have a small bust for my size as well. I have a really long and deep scar on my right side (right where my waist is) from a kidney transplant. It gives me a really funny shape because anything that is supposed to sit on my waist is always uneven. Ihave a lot of tattoos that I don't mind showing off (9 of them are on my feet!) so I love wearing ballet flats and shirts with low backs and v-necks to show them off. My hair color is constantly changing and so are my eyes. And... here's the picture:

http://www.flickr.com/photos/4.....947462798/

Don't be fooled, that outfit was put together by a friend of mine as we were going to a wedding. But it's the only full-length(ish) photo of me that is anywhere near decent.

Hi,

My name is Cyndi and I've loved fashion for as long as I can remember. I'm 49 years old (as of today, yuk!), single Mom with two amazing teenagers (daughter age 14, son 17). Because of some serious health issues, I haven't worked outside of the house since '99. Prior to that, I was a paralegal/executive assistance for close to 20 years. I do as much volunteer work as possisble, the rest of the time is spent with my kids. I'm in a relationship, though he lives 300 miles away, so our time together is limited.

I lived in the burbs of Chicago til I was 37, then moved to the rural comminity I live in now (dragged here by my ex, kicking and screaming...j/k). I've had to re-invent my fashion self dramatically as heels, skirts and blazers didn't fit well into my new lifestyle and people teased me because I wore make-up every day, even if I didn't leave the house. It's been a challenge and taken me this long to finally get it down to a classic casual. AFter my divorce, I moved to the largest city in the county (the city being 6k strong), so it's a little closer to my comfort level as opposed to the town of 350 people I originally lived in when we relocated.

I'm 5'5, 130 lbs. I have a boy shape, straight up and down. My legs are thin and my rear end non-existent. My waist is maybe 2" smaller than my hips...needless to say, it ain't easy dressing me.

I have to stretch every penny to dress as I'd like, so I'm the Queen of clearance racks and resale shops. I have a good eye, so I tend to get the best buy. My motto is, if the store isn't losing $ on my purchase, I shouldn't be buying it.

It'll be so nice to interact with real people in my fashion hobby...typically I scour the net for articles on fashion...now I can get real opinions from real people who share my passion. Looking forward to getting to know everyone!

Hi everyone. My name is Melinda (Mimi is my nickname). I'm 36 years old, recently married (6 months tomorrow!) and I've been lurking on this blog for months. I've gotten so into it, I decided to read every single blog post over two weekends. :)

I'm not sure how to describe my style, except to say it's pretty safe. I identified as a modern classic, but I'm not sure that's the style that really suits me, as that seems a bit safe to me as well. I do LOVE color, and I want to incorporate some brighter colors into my wardrobe. I am NOT a fan of black, though I have one black handbag, and one pair of black trousers, but that's it.

I recently lost weight after the wedding, and I'm purging my too big clothes and starting over from scratch. I'm on a pretty tight budget, and I'm hard to fit, and picky about what I buy, so I keep buying what works, just in different colors and fabrics. I don't have a picture of myself in a fitted top and jeans just yet..but here's a picture of myself and my girls at my wedding.

http://i631.photobucket.com/al.....egirls.jpg

Looking forward to getting to know the ladies on here! :)

Hi everyone. My name is Nwanne, pronounced one-nay. Am Nigerian, (see how far youlookfab has gone?) and have been lurking around for a year. Finally summoned up courage to post. You girls are all lovely. I am 31 and married with 3 kids. I live in jeans, have about 12 pairs but have recently gotten sick of them. I would like to wear more dresses and skirts. I am about 5' 9'', broad shouldered and I love wearing heels. I haven't taken a full picture but here are a couple: http://s760.photobucket.com/al.....anneamaka/

Hi!

I'm Bitsy... wife to a great hubby, mom to a 15-month-old, and freelance writer. I'm 35 and have started struggling with my weight (thanks in part to pregnancy and part to Papa Johns pizza). When I was younger, I was 5', 100 lbs and pretty proportional, so I looked good in almost anything I wore. These days, I am still 5'. Unfortunately, I am also 20 pounds heavier. So I've really been struggling with fashion these days, since I am always very self-conscious of my tummy and trying to hide it.

I am definitely more of a casual gal (Hubby says I am American Casual from the Lucky Manual, but that I would look good as a Bombshell). My typically daily wear is jeans and a tee. I am not fashion forward at all, although I love great shoes and an awesome bag. I live in a very rural area that is about a decade behind trends in terms of fashion.

My fashion icon is probably Angelina Jolie... but that could be because I pretty much live in black. Not in a "goth" way, but in a I-think-black-is-slimming-and-it-goes-with-anything way. ;)

Looking forward to more fashion chat!

Hi, I'm Stefka. I'm 39, single, and have been lurking for the 15 months or so. During this time I lost some weight and dropped a few sizes, and realized (like many) that I've been hiding in drab, shapeless clothes. So I've been updating my wardrobe on a budget, mainly by thrifting (I'm addicted!!) and TJ Maxx/bargain sales. I live in Northern New England on a dirt road and rarely visit big cities, and my style leans toward rugged/outdoorsy casual, though I love to find an excuse to dress up for a night out. I'm 5'5 and my main constraints are 1) I am shortwaisted, broad-shouldered and broad-hipped, so I struggle to define my waist (yet don't like to wear a belt - they're uncomfortable and my clothes ride up if I sit down) and 2) I have bad feet (overpronation) and either need to wear shoes/boots with custom orthotics or VERY comfortable and supportive heels (2-1/2" sturdy heel) -- orthotics are necessary if I am walking or standing.

Thanks, Angie, for creating the space for this supportive community and sharing your expertise with us! I've learned so much, and am screwing up the courage to contribute, maybe I will even post some photos!

Hi, I'm Lori. I recently turned 40, I am married and am Mommy to two wonderful little boys.

My shape is somewhat hourglass, but maybe more pear shaped. I am 5'1" and a bit short-waisted. I feel like I'm just now getting back to being me after a 2+ year hiatus. After having my second child (our little surprise) in Jan. '08, I felt so overwhelmed at trying to figure out the new family dynamic that I could not be bothered to think about one more thing, which left me wearing clothes that didn't fit well, were drab and did not represent who I am. I now feel like I'm back, and I'm ready to get back to feeling good about how I look and what I wear. I love dressing for Fall, I'm a dresses/skirts and boots gal, even though I live in Southern California. I work in at a large law firm, but we are more business casual these days than stuffy law firm. I can get away with wearing long tunics or a dress over leggings with boots on Fridays.

I am learning so much for YLF and a couple of other choice fashion blogs, and am having so much fun getting dressed lately. I've done a bit of shopping this Fall, as well as learning to re-fashion some great pieces of my wardrobe that are not so drab.

This is me (and my little guy): <img src="http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v212/leagan/What%20I%20Wore%20Today/MeBrody2.jpg" border="0" alt="Disney - Oct. 2009">

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