YLF in the Seattle Times

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YLF in the Seattle Times

— by Angie

on September 4, 2011

The sun is out, the weekend is long, and my mid morning cup of tea on our deck was extra special today. The reason? There is a fabulous story in the Seattle Times called “Seattle bloggers make their own fashion statements” and YLF is included.

Janet Tu of the Seattle Times interviewed us for the story a few months ago. Janet had also attended a YLF clothing swap earlier in the year, and photographer Ellen Banner accompanied me on a short shopping trip with one of my clients.

There are two other Seattle fashion bloggers pictured in the article and they look great. Be sure to check out Abiola Akanni of Bora Bora Style and Carolyn Yuen of Hey Pretty Thing. Also look out for forum members Sheila, Julie and Aida in the photo of us walking through Seattle on gathering day. Super cool.

Big thank you to amazing Bei-Jing for being so patient during the photo shoot and for looking her usual glam self. Thanks also to Janet for writing a wonderful article and Ellen for taking fabulous photos (click on the online pictures to see them enlarged).

My favourite part of this article is seeing our YLF muse Rosie pictured with us (online version only) as we show The Times our site at YLF Headquarters. Of course, our little Jasmine is in our hearts and with us all the way.

Janet and I on 34th street in Madrona on the day of the photo shoot.

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Gaylene

Veteran

Congratulations, Angie! You and Greg deserve the recognition for all the work you put into this site.

September 4, 2011 at 1:49 pm

Jill

(website)

Active Member

terrific article, angie! it was very fun to read and well-deserved recognition. you’re an inspiration to us all =)

September 4, 2011 at 2:20 pm

greenglove

(website)

Veteran

Wow!! Great article, pictures and such a tribute to all of your hard work. I think that your personality was captured in the interview and your generosity to others. congratulations- I see this as yet another milestone with many more to come!

September 4, 2011 at 2:29 pm

Claudia

Veteran

Great article — I found it an interesting read! I loved the photos of the other bloggers mentioned, too. Thanks to all the interesting and talented style bloggers out there that devote so much time to sharing their creative points of view with us all.

September 4, 2011 at 2:32 pm

Ornella

(website)

Veteran

I don’t think i’ll tire of saying it – you two deserve all the credit you get. And more.

September 4, 2011 at 2:36 pm

Alicat

Congrats, Angie and Greg, that is so exciting! And seeing adorable Rosie online is the cherry on top!

September 4, 2011 at 2:45 pm

Debora

Veteran

What a great article! Congratulations Angie and Greg on this wonderful, well-deserved coverage! I’m thrilled to see YLF getting the recognition it deserves and how nice to see some of our YLF friends in the slideshow. Love the last photo! Little Rosie always manages to steal the show!

This just made my day! I’ll be sure to check out the other Seattle blogs, too!

September 4, 2011 at 3:09 pm

Sheila

Veteran

Angie, this is a fantastic article! Congratulations to you and Greg for all you have accomplished with You Look Fab. You know what they always say at a time like this: “The best is yet to come!” And I have a feeling you two are destined for much, much more. Thanks for including all of us in your wonderful world of Fab!!! Looking forward to seeing you Saturday in Manhattan.

September 4, 2011 at 3:10 pm

sarah

Veteran

Congratulations, Angie! I was wondering when we’d see this. She certainly paints an accurately positive picture of what YLF and you and Greg are all about. You certainly deserve the recognition and the coverage. And it was so fun to see other familiar faces in the photos, as well.

September 4, 2011 at 3:16 pm

MsMary

Veteran

Fantastic! What a fun way to start a nice Sunday morning!

September 4, 2011 at 3:26 pm

Lisa

Veteran

Great article, interesting to read and see how influential bloggers have become to to the fashion houses. I’m surprised that a fashion house is still not representing more body types on a daily basis. Some thing left to change I guess.

And I think it’s true, one thing I like about YLF is the personal vibe and connection to others that also enjoy something I enjoy, fashion!

September 4, 2011 at 3:32 pm

Meredith

Active Member

What an exciting way to start the day!!!! Great article!!! Congratulations!!!!!

September 4, 2011 at 3:35 pm

Lisa

Veteran

Forgot to add how cute Greg, Angie and Rosie look in the last photo!

September 4, 2011 at 3:36 pm

Michelle

(website)

Veteran

Now *that’s* journalism worthy of YLF!! Great read and great wuotes, Angie! And thumbs up for a well-researched, respectful piece of reportage.

September 4, 2011 at 3:51 pm

ruthe

Active Member

I applaud you and Greg. That picture of Rosie kissing you was scene-stealer. Thanks for bringing fashion to US and explaining and teaching the different trends…the how’s, why’s, etc., of wearing garments. Showing us ways to wear style. Many thanks to your little family.

September 4, 2011 at 3:54 pm

Barbara

Veteran

How fabulous, Angie! Congratulations to you and Greg. Wonderful story and adorable photos.

WOOHOO!

September 4, 2011 at 3:55 pm

Suz

(website)

Veteran

Congratulations! This is a terrific article and well-deserved exposure. I also think your warmth and generosity come across in the piece. You look fantastic—and you are modelling in more ways than one!

September 4, 2011 at 4:21 pm

Sveta

(website)

Veteran

Congratulation, Angie and Greg! This is a wonderful article and it does reflect nicely how special YLF is in the sea of fashion blogs.
Angie, you are the newest Seattle’s celebrity!

September 4, 2011 at 4:23 pm

Vildy

Veteran

Really nice article. Are you recognized on the street a lot from the popularity of You Look Fab?

September 4, 2011 at 4:40 pm

clearlyclaire

What an inspiring, positive article! Yay Angie and Greg! Yay You Look Fab!

September 4, 2011 at 4:42 pm

Jjsloane

Veteran

Fantastic day! Congrats!

September 4, 2011 at 5:09 pm

Kristen

(website)

Veteran

That’s terrific, and very well-earned. Hope it brings you lots of new clients and business; you guys deserve to be as successful as possible!

September 4, 2011 at 5:24 pm

Bevs

Great article, congratulations!

September 4, 2011 at 5:47 pm

Sparky

Veteran

Hurrah to Angie and Greg for the well-deserved attention! A very well written article and fabulous pictures.

September 4, 2011 at 5:53 pm

Girl X

(website)

Veteran

Fabulous!

September 4, 2011 at 5:57 pm

Angie

(website)

Fashion Stylist

Thank you so much for the gracious compliments, ladies. We just took our little Seattle Times Star for a walk and she is as pleased as punch

September 4, 2011 at 6:11 pm

taylor

Veteran

Oh!! SOOO thrilled for you!! I can only believe that your fame will continue to grow!!

No 2 people are more deserving and should be recognised, such a commitment and labour of love as you have always called it!!:)

Little Rosie is really looking spiffy these days:) she just never ages!!

Do you gather with other Seattle bloggers ever?

September 4, 2011 at 6:18 pm

Midwest Girl

Active Member

Angie and Greg–congratulations to both of you. It was a great article with wonderful pictures. I, along with your million other readers, am so glad I discovered YLF!

September 4, 2011 at 6:34 pm

Debbie

Veteran

I just saw this what a great surprise! This is a wonderful tribute to the hard work that you and Greg put into this site. I hope this is just the begining of great things to come for you. Rosie look as precious as ever.
Angie-I know that you that you credit your Mom for being your fashion role model. Please know I truly believe she would be incredibly proud of you.

September 4, 2011 at 6:50 pm

Kyle

Veteran

Brilliant, timely, and extremely well deserved. It’s a lovely article, with excellent photography. From the look of things, Rosie is not the only Seattle Times Star happening here…her Mum and Dad are shining quite brightly as well.

This article made my day.

September 4, 2011 at 6:53 pm

modgrl

(website)

Veteran

What a lovely article. I loved seeing you shopping with YLF’ers and the view of backstage at YLF.

September 4, 2011 at 6:55 pm

Palmfronds

echo the congratulations here! Well deserved, both for the incredible work you both do and the people you are

September 4, 2011 at 7:22 pm

Marley

Veteran

Congratulations to both you and Greg, Angie! A wonderful article that I just read again – really captures the feel and energy of YLF. Its great being part of such a fun, supportive, inspiring, motivating and FUN blog. Thank you for all of your hard work and all of your “heart” work. It truly shines through in both your pics and your writings. Love – Love – Love – Marley

September 4, 2011 at 9:45 pm

Lena

Congratulations, Angie and Greg! I’m so glad that your work, dedication, spark and spirit are getting more and more recognition.

I also appreciated the Seattle Times article – it’s balanced, researched, and I’ll check out other Seattle blogs mentioned.

And hello adorable Rosie!

September 4, 2011 at 10:11 pm

Angie

(website)

Fashion Stylist

Thank you so much!

Vildy, I forgot to answer your question. Occasionally people do recognize me from YLF.

Taylor, not yet but it’s a great idea.

September 4, 2011 at 10:18 pm

san

Veteran

What a very neat article. You come across wonderfully in an interview! I’m so proud of you and Greg and the little star Rosie. YLF has become a very important place for so many of us, so many friendships made here!
I like your tea set!

September 4, 2011 at 11:53 pm

Aunty

Veteran

I am so chuffed for you both!!! You work so hard, you deserve the recognition

September 5, 2011 at 12:20 am

Deborah

Veteran

Angie & Greg, congratulations. This is a wonderful article. You look wonderful and you are YLF were represented extremely well. I am very proud to be a member of this awesome community.

September 5, 2011 at 1:19 am

Inge

Big congratulations Angie and Greg!! I found the article yesterday and enjoyed reading it very much. The pictures are absolutely beautiful, the one with you, Greg and Rosie in your home office is my favourite (I think Rosie should take up modelling;-). And how lovely to see Bei-Jing, Sheila, Julie and Aida too!

I love it that the spotlight is on three local and very different fashion bloggers and how Janet captured the spirit of YLF and your personality so well. Such well-deserved attention for all your hard work!

September 5, 2011 at 1:52 am

Lynne

Veteran

Beautiful article, congratulations, Greg and Angie.

\o/ Angie! \o/ Greg! \o/ YLF!

September 5, 2011 at 3:39 am

marianna

Veteran

This is so fab! Congrats to the YLF team! Well deserved.

September 5, 2011 at 5:44 am

Laura

The writer did a great job of capturing your personality and the spirit of YLF. Nicely done and huge congrats!

September 5, 2011 at 6:00 am

Queen Mum

Veteran

What a wonderfully inspirational article Angie. I adored the pic of the three of you at the computer in your office…. made me smile and *almost* wish for a doggie
You and Greg are a fabulous example of what creativity, thinking outside the box, and of course lots of hard work can produce. Thank you again for your commitment to all of us here.. and I do hope that this piece brings even more success to the both of you.

September 5, 2011 at 6:51 am

RoseandJoan

Veteran

I really enjoyed the article, I LOVE to see YLF gaining the respect and publicity it deserves, congratulations.

September 5, 2011 at 8:26 am

mamark

Active Member

Congratulations, Angie and Greg! It’s a really nice article.

September 5, 2011 at 9:24 am

Joy

Veteran

Fabulous article! You look amazing. A big welcome to all who have come to this site for the first time after reading the Seattle Times article. This is the perfect place to learn about fashion and have fun finding your own best style along with the rest of us. Be sure to check out the Forum.

September 5, 2011 at 9:48 am

rae

(website)

Veteran

Late to the party, but congratulations!! Everything looks fabulous – how wonderful to be recognized!

September 5, 2011 at 10:24 am

CocoLion

(website)

Veteran

I just realized that you might be one of the few bloggers with extensive fashion industry experience, Angie. Most bloggers would not understand the difficulties of the business which I suspect is part of the reason there’s a bit of an “attitude” towards them from the industry. (That quote “keep your friends close and your enemies closer… kind of scary.)

In the future I see you having an increasing role with manufacturers and designers as you are a unique bridge between them and the RW … real world. This would make us very happy, as we would love to see more garments with sleeves, pants available in different lengths, and models with different body shapes and of different ages.

Janet if you are reading this, great article!

September 5, 2011 at 10:44 am

Vicki

(website)

Veteran

I’d say that’s “Success in Seattle” and the Northwest is showering us with Style! Congratulations, Angie and Greg! I particularly loved the last photo at YLF headquarters with Rosie making her style statement, too.

September 5, 2011 at 11:23 am

Sihaya

Veteran

Awesome Angie and Greg. Congratulations. Loved the write up, you are a star! And what awesome photos as usual.

September 5, 2011 at 12:24 pm

Transcona Shannon

Veteran

Congratulations Angie to both you and Greg (and wee Rosie too)!

September 5, 2011 at 1:55 pm

Antje

Veteran

Congrats you two, it’s a FABULOUS article, and so well-deserved!!!

September 5, 2011 at 4:20 pm

Debora

Veteran

Just popping in to add that the “what’s a blog?” comment put a smile on my face! You can be very proud of all that you and Greg have accomplished since then. Once again, many congratulations!

September 5, 2011 at 5:38 pm

Angie

(website)

Fashion Stylist

Thanks, ladies

September 5, 2011 at 5:59 pm

Jonesy

Veteran

Oh, what a wonderful article–it left me all warm and fuzzy :). The writer really captured the magic!

September 5, 2011 at 8:10 pm

Clover

It was so fun to pick up the Sunday Times from my porch and find this article inside. For the first time I read the Pacific Northwest magazine before the front page. What a great article, it is so wonderful to see fashion represented in our casual corner of the country.

September 6, 2011 at 7:32 am

DressLover

Veteran

Angie, I am so thrilled this article is finally in print! I was very impressed at the thoroughness and insight the article provided, and was happy to see that YLF is a focal point of the article.

You and Greg (and Rosie!) are truly deserving of this wonderful exposure, and I know YLF will continue its growth and success.

Congratulations!

September 6, 2011 at 11:46 am