https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/2022-review-1 Style Advice for Fashion Lovers en-US Sat, 11 Apr 2026 07:46:58 +0000 http://bbpress.org/?v=1.0.2 q https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/search.php https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/2022-review-1/page/2#post-2298432 Tue, 27 Dec 2022 17:38:15 +0000 Anonymous 2298432@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>The goal is actually for me to not have to work and just focus on creative and athletic projects I'm hoping by age 50, if we can have the house and all paid off. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/2022-review-1#post-2298427 Tue, 27 Dec 2022 17:20:06 +0000 slim cat 2298427@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Very successful year in every way - nice job on getting exactly right neutrals ( not an easy task - still working on mine ).<br />I'm happy for your husband and good prospects money wise in general - it's more important than ever to have 2 people working to full potential! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/2022-review-1#post-2298417 Tue, 27 Dec 2022 16:43:49 +0000 Anonymous 2298417@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Probably not with those skirts. One is a 2 layer recycled Sari, so can be worn different ways. The linen maybe, but would take a lot of work I think.</p> <p>My trouble with the light neutrals is the opposite, carlad. My skintone is medium and white and near white colors look harsh in contrast. A lot of people say they like to wear white when they're tan, but it's very different when tan is your year round color! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/2022-review-1#post-2298372 Tue, 27 Dec 2022 08:59:36 +0000 carlad 2298372@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Light neutrals are not for me because of my color skin. I look too pale. I prefer vivid colors.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/2022-review-1#post-2298319 Tue, 27 Dec 2022 01:01:51 +0000 SarahD8 2298319@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Flexible success seems like the best (or maybe most realistic) kind of success and you've certainly achieved that! I hope your hair feels happier to you soon, I well know what a drag it can be when it doesn't.</p> <p>I can also relate to the frustrations with key elements of complements giving out. I think Suz is on to something about planning ahead, which is a big part of what I'm mulling for my own 2023 aspirations/plans.</p> <p>I was wondering if the wrap skirts could be converted to pull-on skirts? Not that you need another project, I am sure...but such pretty colors! I would have a hard time walking away. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/2022-review-1#post-2298152 Sun, 25 Dec 2022 22:57:37 +0000 Anonymous 2298152@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Oh no- we're staying put! We really came to appreciate where we live in the last 2 years- not the least of which is our very low cost of living. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/2022-review-1#post-2298102 Sun, 25 Dec 2022 15:32:05 +0000 Stagiaire Fash 2298102@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>You’ve been quite focused this year and it shows. I hear you on the frustration with things that look easy breezy and the the breeze brings anything but ease, lol. I try not to be M. Monroe on the street grate, but if it happens, I’m more worried about the bystanders than about myself, iykwim.<br /> On the handles—you’re getting them fixed so you can continue using those bags? I consider that a win; maintenance is part of owning anything over time (ie putting splits into pre AC buildings or getting new car tires).<br /> Have a good 2023!</p> <p>ETA congrats again to hubby on getting the PhD this year, and glad you’ve been sprung from the cubicle. Will you be moving this summer? </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/2022-review-1#post-2298092 Sun, 25 Dec 2022 12:29:20 +0000 Anonymous 2298092@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Thanks all! I've been working on my 2023 goals, but not quite done with that yet! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/2022-review-1#post-2298068 Sun, 25 Dec 2022 02:09:02 +0000 Jaime 2298068@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Sounds like a good style year. Replacing your bag handles and modifying your skirts seem like doable goals. Good luck with your hair repair project! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/2022-review-1#post-2298059 Sun, 25 Dec 2022 00:40:04 +0000 Roberta 2298059@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I am also mulling a numer of items limit rather than a dollar figure. I've never ever considered that, I've always taken a budgetary approach. </p> <p>I'm going to start a new post on the subject. I hope you'll join me if you have the time tomorrow! </p> <p>Happy Christmas if you celebrate! Or just a lovely quiet Sunday! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/2022-review-1#post-2298056 Sat, 24 Dec 2022 23:11:07 +0000 rachylou 2298056@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Agree with Jenn, love your specificity. An interesting thought re number limit v $ limit. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/2022-review-1#post-2298037 Sat, 24 Dec 2022 17:36:26 +0000 Bonnie 2298037@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>You've made a lot of good discoveries about what is working and what is not working for you this year. I didn't know that wrap skirts were a problem and I'll not be tempted by them in the future. I particularly like your insights about compliment capsules.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/2022-review-1#post-2298025 Sat, 24 Dec 2022 15:52:13 +0000 Anonymous 2298025@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I wrote a lot about my hair before- but the short version is I swim. My hair got damaged and really thin. I had to cut it to a short bob. It's not awful, but I'd Much prefer having at least shoulder length hair again. </p> <p>I generally don't wear skirts when it's cold enough to need tights. I did for a while, but rarely bother anymore. Those skirts are very lightweight too- one is silk and the other linen. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/2022-review-1#post-2298002 Sat, 24 Dec 2022 08:43:09 +0000 Minaminu 2298002@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Sun tiger, you had a great 2022! Camel is a tricky colour, either it washes you out or it looks very glam! Cognac and burgundy are beautiful colours that add depth and richness to any outfit! I'd have a look at preloved websites for handbags in these colours, I am sure you can easily find some!</p> <p>May I ask what was not successful for you hair? </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/2022-review-1#post-2297983 Sat, 24 Dec 2022 03:41:12 +0000 Sal 2297983@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Success! I am pleased camel is working out- I had a stage of buying it but have ended up editing out the pieces because the cuts were wrong- but the colour was great!</p> <p>A good year Suntiger. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/2022-review-1#post-2297980 Sat, 24 Dec 2022 03:31:59 +0000 Zaeobi 2297980@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Same here @jessi but with dark brown (chocolate) leather instead - had to buy all my bags online in the end. </p> <p>Still searching for a big enough handbag for interviews - so agree with your HEWI advice! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/2022-review-1#post-2297973 Sat, 24 Dec 2022 02:29:42 +0000 Jessikams 2297973@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Like you I have an olive or brownish undertone to my skin and so brown leather goods are always an essential. But I have the hardest time finding brown bags! I’d be open to camel, cognac, really any shade…. But the ones available at retail all seem sooooo boring. It’s a HEWI for me. If you have a good cognac bag, definitely worth it to repair it. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/2022-review-1#post-2297971 Sat, 24 Dec 2022 02:13:15 +0000 Zaeobi 2297971@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Camel is a great tip, especially when cream or white feels too much like a 'colour' (that you have to cater to) than a true neutral. </p> <p>Flexibility is key - I like to think of these as guidelines, rather than rules </p> <p>I see what you mean about the wrap skirts - I actually wear mine with a layer underneath! I found a deep nude dress for this specifically (&amp; for wearing underneath sheer mesh). It might not work in high summer, but maybe a minidress/ miniskirt worn underneath the wrap (with jussie's toffee tights under it all)? </p> <p>Sorry about the bags though that's part of the reason why I could not be a true closet minimalist - I'd rather 'split wears' with my backup options than risk panic shopping! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/2022-review-1#post-2297969 Sat, 24 Dec 2022 02:02:19 +0000 Vildy 2297969@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Have you considered having a tailor attach a length of lightweight velcro to partially close the wrap skirts? </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/2022-review-1#post-2297940 Fri, 23 Dec 2022 22:05:52 +0000 jussie 2297940@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Nice job. Camel would be a great light nuetral; very versatile. I’m quite partial to camel worn with cold navy. Sort of cools it down a bit.<br /> It’s frustrating when something you are relying on, such as your complements, turns out to be damaged our worn out, causing wardrobe chaos! I have a similar issue, having ordered a black crew neck merino sweater, (which was going to make about 6 different outfits functional ) that now got lost in the post. The best laid plans hahaha!<br /> It’s a shame about the wrap skirts, they look very pretty. I wonder if there’s any chance you could wear them in autumn with some warmish dark toffee tights under, possibly making you feel less exposed in the event of a minor wardrobe malfunction? I might just be clutching at straws though…. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/2022-review-1#post-2297931 Fri, 23 Dec 2022 21:34:42 +0000 Anonymous 2297931@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Oh no- 25 additions for the year- not total pieces I have about 100 pieces, not counting wardrobe basics or shoes. Trying to keep the number stable, due to space considerations.</p> <p>Here's the RipSkirt link <a href="https://ripskirthawaii.com/" rel="nofollow">https://ripskirthawaii.com/</a> I think mine is between length 3 and 4 though, or maybe it is the 3 and I'm just short </p> <p>I have a cognac compliment, but I like having chocolate and burgundy too. Cognac is more spring/summer to me. After the holidays I'm going to try calling the leather worker again to fix the handles of the totes.</p> <p>Oh and re: hair- the Revlon volumizer tool just arrived, so I started working with that this am. It's Big though- legit close to as big as my head! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/2022-review-1#post-2297924 Fri, 23 Dec 2022 20:38:33 +0000 Sally 2297924@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>wow.&nbsp; Do you mean you have a goal of only 25 items that are not gear in your wardrobe?&nbsp; In that you spend a lot of time in gear related activity so you don't need as much for other situations?&nbsp;<br />This was an interesting read and you really have honed in on your goals.&nbsp; Mine has just been to edit.&nbsp; How do you find the rip skirts?&nbsp; I keep seeing them advertised and wondered how useful/versatile they are.&nbsp;&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/2022-review-1#post-2297922 Fri, 23 Dec 2022 19:59:38 +0000 Angie 2297922@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p><b>Suntiger,</b> you did great! You had specific goals, and achieved many of them. WELL DONE.</p> <p>Camel is your light neutral!&nbsp;</p> <p>LOVE the addition of wider pants and longer skirts!&nbsp;</p> <p>And you are doing a great job of managing your hair adventure. Onward </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/2022-review-1#post-2297921 Fri, 23 Dec 2022 19:48:09 +0000 Anonymous 2297921@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Great discovery that camel works as a light neutral in your wardrobe. That’s a shame about the brown and burgundy totes. Would camel totes work for your style and cross over into brown and burgundy capsules? Awesome 2022 review and thanks for being an awesome forum member </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/2022-review-1#post-2297917 Fri, 23 Dec 2022 18:34:13 +0000 Suz 2297917@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p><b>Suntiger,</b> I hear you on the wrap skirts. I ruled out two that looked pretty good on for exactly that reason -- I was sure they were going to fly open. For some reason, my Ripskirt does not -- I think perhaps because it's actually a size big for me (or rather, I was between sizes and went up rather than down) so there is a lot of overlap. That does make it a bit large on the waist but I just wear it lower. And I have very few blowing issues with it.&nbsp;</p> <p>Another thing that interests me -- your complements, and how one missing component (a bag) can mess with your smart plans. I've had exactly the same issue. And you can't always replace these things or get them fixed in time for enjoying the complement. In future, I'm going to try to take a page from <b>Angie</b> and <b>Carla </b>on this. They plan their complements well in advance of a season and make sure everything is in working order before they are ready to launch. (I'm more...oh, I'll wait until the season begins and see what shows up in the stores...) Anyway, I think if I really want to get serious about this I need to take more care to ensure that everything I already own is still in good enough shape to use.&nbsp;</p> <p>I agree you need to be flexible on purchasing, especially if you have to replace key essentials. I think some people don't even count those as "purchases" in a way -- I mean they just assume essentials get replaced, and "new purchases" are either investment or statement items. (Obviously, it all counts in the budget, but you know what I'm saying...)&nbsp;</p> <p> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/2022-review-1#post-2297916 Fri, 23 Dec 2022 18:27:23 +0000 Irina 2297916@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Looks like you’ve done well. I’m with you on using a number of items instead of a budget. Works better for me, too.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/2022-review-1#post-2297913 Fri, 23 Dec 2022 17:54:20 +0000 Anonymous 2297913@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Exactly! I bought both around the same time, but neither has gotten much wear yet. From now on, I'll only buy pull on skirts! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/2022-review-1#post-2297911 Fri, 23 Dec 2022 17:46:48 +0000 Jenn 2297911@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Oh, I have that same problem with my wrap dress. It definitely bugs me to have to be that "aware" of my clothing. I want to forget it, not be constantly worrying &nbsp;something inappropriate is showing. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/2022-review-1#post-2297910 Fri, 23 Dec 2022 17:41:46 +0000 Anonymous 2297910@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>The problem is they don't stay put. I bought these 2 this year, and I have the Ripskirt too- which is more cooperative.</p> <p>They fly open in wind, so I have to pin them. I tried a magnetic clasp, but it stuck to other things and came off the skirt. Plus it seems like I'm always having to retie them. I thought wraps would be good for weight fluctuation, but they're definitely fussy.</p> <p> I wear short, fitted sleeveless tops with them, like I would with any skirt with volume. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/2022-review-1#post-2297907 Fri, 23 Dec 2022 17:30:02 +0000 Jenn 2297907@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I love how specific your goals were, and it sounds like they did their job in helping to guide your focus and your purchases.</p> <p>&nbsp;What was problematic about the wrap skirts? &nbsp;I have one true wrap skirt and one faux wrap and I find that, while I love the idea of them, I find them hard to pair with tops. I'm not sure how much of that is a "wrap skirt problem" and how much is just a "skirt problem" though. </p>