https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/2022-superlong-post Style Advice for Fashion Lovers en-US Mon, 27 Apr 2026 15:41:44 +0000 http://bbpress.org/?v=1.0.2 q https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/search.php https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/2022-superlong-post#post-2294446 Mon, 05 Dec 2022 14:12:54 +0000 Anonymous 2294446@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>The pieces look very harmonious together! Glad you found a winning formula! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/2022-superlong-post#post-2294424 Mon, 05 Dec 2022 13:22:49 +0000 Minaminu 2294424@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p><b>Helena, Nemosmom, Dee </b>and <b>Rachylou</b> thank you for the kind suggestions on the moniker – will add them to the list!</p> <p><b>Suz</b>, dresses have indeed been a big surprise this year! I hope I’ll be able to wear them for a long time. Climate is also playing a big role in as I am thinking forward to the move that we have planned in a couple of years. The majority of the pieces in my wardrobe may be replaced by then, but I am hoping that with some cautious planning I will be able to enjoy then even after the move.</p> <p><b>Jenn </b>and <b>Sal</b>, thank you! You clearly explained my hesitation on the 2022 accent pieces. It’s a great idea to add accents with accessories for the near future. Belt may be a good starting point, we’ll see!</p> <p><b>Jaime</b>, thanks! You’re a great inspiration for looking to add more preloved items! I enjoy seeing your outfits from your thrift shop!</p> <p><b>Jessicakams</b>, the majority of my preloved pieces are bought online. I am not that familiar with&nbsp; Therealreal or Threadup, I tend to look in vinted, vidressing, vestiaire collective and sometimes rebel. I think I enjoy the search more than the actual purchase!</p> <p><b>Zaeobi</b>, thank you for helping on the moniker! The Vivaia shoes have a very comfortable insole, some friends told me that the material stretches so well that makes those shoes good if you have bunions. Having said that,&nbsp; I am not sure I have chosen the right model for the UK weather and if I’d have to buy another model, I may look for one with a higher heel as 2 cm heel can cause me backpain, but this is not due to shoes. They are delivered with their own net bag, and already came up trumps when I cleaned them in the wash machine (once)! I have noticed that they offer a lot of discounts, you may want to register on their newsletter to receive the offers if you are interested.&nbsp;</p> <p> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/2022-superlong-post#post-2294411 Mon, 05 Dec 2022 11:54:44 +0000 Zaeobi 2294411@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Everything seems to go together well here, so well done - that's a feat when dealing with fluctuations in weight too! </p> <p>I like @runcarla's suggestion of 'serene' for you - verily that's how I usually feel when looking at your OOTDs (even the more busy ones) </p> <p>Agree with the others that accessories could make good accents for now (through your weight transition). Speaking of which, how comfortable are those Vivaia shoes? I see their ads a lot, but don't know if 'washable, polished AND comfy' is too good to be true... </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/2022-superlong-post#post-2294399 Mon, 05 Dec 2022 08:19:47 +0000 Jessikams 2294399@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Beautiful! Do you find your pre loved pieces at real thrift stores, or online? I’m amazed at what is available on sites like TheRealReal or ThredUp but they usually won’t ship to my address. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/2022-superlong-post#post-2294392 Mon, 05 Dec 2022 06:59:20 +0000 rachylou 2294392@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Cohesive and tightly curated! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/2022-superlong-post#post-2294388 Mon, 05 Dec 2022 06:09:50 +0000 Suz 2294388@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Just back to say I agree that it can be awfully difficult to find great accent or statement items when you are busy replacing essentials for a new size/ shape or climate. I think you might continue to have luck at thrift or consignment for those, though -- I do find a lot of statement items (esp. jackets) this way. Belts and bags are also good finds there.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/2022-superlong-post#post-2294359 Mon, 05 Dec 2022 02:05:54 +0000 Dee 2294359@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>You have a lovely collection of dresses, such pretty colours, I see a serene, calm, elegance to your wardrobe. Looks like you have some great goals laid out for style going forward. &nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/2022-superlong-post#post-2294345 Mon, 05 Dec 2022 01:08:15 +0000 Sal 2294345@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>A successful year I think!!&nbsp;&nbsp;</p> <p>I see softness, calm colours and polish.</p> <p>I agree with Jenn - a changing body and replacements may mean essentials come to the fore. But handbags and shoes could be a good way to add accents too.</p> <p> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/2022-superlong-post#post-2294342 Mon, 05 Dec 2022 01:05:47 +0000 Jaime 2294342@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Well done and always happy to hear someone appreciating the multiple advantages of shopping second hand ! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/2022-superlong-post#post-2294322 Sun, 04 Dec 2022 23:01:05 +0000 Jenn 2294322@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>It sounds like you were really successful at the goals you laid out! Your dresses are lovely and I see a coherent color story in your new pieces. As for the accent pieces, I think that can be really difficult to achieve when you're spending so much of your effort on replacements and keeping up with essentials for a changing body. It may be easier once your weight has stabilized and you have a solid core of essentials in place for the longer term. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/2022-superlong-post#post-2294318 Sun, 04 Dec 2022 22:42:38 +0000 Suz 2294318@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I am crossing fingers for those navy boots -- for sure! They looked amazing when you posted them.&nbsp;</p> <p>First, I'm so glad the dresses have been so successful. That is wonderful news. I like them a lot and can see how useful they would be. Easy to move in, yet "dressed."&nbsp;</p> <p>Also, you seem to do exceptionally well with jumpsuits. Wow!&nbsp;</p> <p>Your organization and planning are clearly paying off for you! Brava!&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/2022-superlong-post#post-2294310 Sun, 04 Dec 2022 21:54:45 +0000 nemosmom 2294310@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>You’ve picked up great pieces! I see a softness, approachability, and ease in these pieces. Nothing too stuffy or crisp. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/2022-superlong-post#post-2294292 Sun, 04 Dec 2022 20:26:10 +0000 Helena 2294292@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Great plan and lovely pieces ... The words that come to mind are pretty, polished and practical! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/2022-superlong-post#post-2294290 Sun, 04 Dec 2022 20:20:05 +0000 Minaminu 2294290@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p><b>Star&nbsp;</b>thank you very much for the kind words! I am still navigating and learning about preloved pieces but have noticed that if I stick with known brands, it is easier to get the right size and avoid disappointments on the quality!&nbsp;</p> <p><b>Carla</b>, I need to start taking pictures of what I wore to reflect on how I am evolving in my style. Lights are not great in the flat and the pictures still look dark even after adjusting - need to look into this. Thank you for the moniker suggestions!!!! WMM is an abbreviation of Weekend Max Mara, those trousers are flannel wool and super soft and warm.&nbsp;</p> <p><b>Angie</b>, thank you! soft colours are appealing to me and work quite well with my skin tone. Finger's crossed for the navy boots!!!!&nbsp;</p> <p> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/2022-superlong-post#post-2294254 Sun, 04 Dec 2022 17:12:34 +0000 Angie 2294254@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p><b>Minaminu</b>, you are organized, have a plan, follow through, and reap the reward. Well done!</p> <p>From what I can remember, these soft and muted colours are gorgeous on you :)</p> <p>Sooo nice that you're into dresses and adding ones to your style that make you happy. Hope that the items you're stalking end up happy additions to your wardrobe too!</p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/2022-superlong-post#post-2294235 Sun, 04 Dec 2022 15:58:50 +0000 Carla 2294235@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>You don’t post many OOTD, but from the ones you have shared, and your Finds, I would suggest serene, feminine, minimalist, modern and possibly architectural as potential style descriptors. &nbsp; </p> <p>I like the look of those WMM trousers, but I’m not familiar with the brand. &nbsp;Are the letters an abbreviation of a longer name? &nbsp;</p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/2022-superlong-post#post-2294214 Sun, 04 Dec 2022 12:57:24 +0000 Star (Lise) 2294214@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>All I can say is I love your style, and I did not find this post long at all.&nbsp; You inspire me further to continue on my goal for a smaller wardrobe with key neutral pieces.&nbsp; Pre-loved items really work for me.</p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/2022-superlong-post#post-2294211 Sun, 04 Dec 2022 12:10:09 +0000 Minaminu 2294211@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p><div></p> <p><div>Warning! Superlong post!</div><div><br /></div><div>As we are now in December, I am reviewing my purchases of the year and gathering some thoughts for the new year. For 2022, I set myself 3 goals:</div><div><br /></div><div><b>Test a different uniform to work</b></div><div>I have added 4 dresses (2 for the cold and 2 warm seasons), and they have quickly become workhorses for WFH. I look and feel professional but also relaxed as they are very comfortable to wear. I am happy with the current quantity and don't think I will add more but potentially will need to replace the blue one as it is becoming too big. Incidentally, I also tried to build a uniform for leisure activities and the denim shirt has been super useful for different casual outfits, so thank you for posting your outfits with chambray/denim shirts as they inspired me to make this purchase.&nbsp;</div><div><br /></div><div><b>Buy more preloved pieces</b></div><div>25% of my 2022 purchases were preloved: some were mistakes which have been quickly resold or donated, others were bargains that stretched the budget a long way (so far, the actual spend is 44% of the full prices). A good example was the white lace blouse which I bought preloved for £20 instead of the full price of £185. I will continue to do so for 2023 since it's not only good for the Planet, but also for my wallet. I am also planning to do more wardrobe edits, i.e. I'd like to shorten the periwinkle tunic to a top.</div><div><br /></div><div><b>Add accent pieces</b><br /></div><div>This is a difficult one to review. I think the cardigan/lace blouse/pink jumpsuit and patterned dress could be considered as accent pieces, but when I look at other fabbers, I think there is lots of room for improvement. A faux leather trousers like Runcarla, a funky suit like NuanceDream or a metallic look like Jessicakams are a great inspiration and will try to remember for the next purchases.</div><div><br /></div><div>I am hoping the sales will reduce the price of certain pieces and hopefully I'll be able to add a pair of navy Chelsea boots and a neutral coat to the wardrobe. I love my black coat but it's getting big and to wear black on daily basis from September to March is a bit depressing. Here's the 2022 data so far:</div><div><br /></div><div>*<b> Total wardrobe: &nbsp;84 pieces</b> (18 patterned and 65 solid colours)</div><div>8 Bags</div><div>5 Jumpsuit</div><div>6 Dress</div><div>2 Breton Tops</div><div>6 Blouse</div><div>6 Top</div><div>6 Jumper</div><div>2 Jeans</div><div>5 Jumpsuit</div><div>9 Trousers</div><div>2 Suit</div><div>7 Outwear</div><div>8 Sportswear</div><div>14 Shoes</p> <p></div><div>* <b>2022 Purchases: 30 pieces of which 40% replacements</b> due to weight loss, I estimate that even in 2023 the percentage of replacements will be quite high as I continue with the weight loss.</div><div>1 Bag</div><div>1 Belt</div><div>4 Dresses</div><div>2 Jumpsuits</div><div>4 Tops</div><div>2 Knitwear</div><div>1 Shoes</div><div>2 Trousers</div><div>1 Outwear</div><div>12 direct replacements</div><div></p> <p></div><div>Any suggestions on improvements / additions to add would be much appreciated. I am still trying to create a style moniker, if you have any recommendations, I'd be very grateful.</div><div><br /></div><div>Thank you for reading this long post :)</div></p> <p></div> </p>