https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/2024-goals-for-my-closet Style Advice for Fashion Lovers en-US Sun, 10 May 2026 03:02:42 +0000 http://bbpress.org/?v=1.0.2 q https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/search.php https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/2024-goals-for-my-closet/page/2#post-2356835 Thu, 04 Apr 2024 05:15:14 +0000 Anonymous 2356835@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>PEO is a ladies group who initiates members. &nbsp;Members used to wear white robes. But they looked too ku kucks klanish to me. &nbsp;Now we can wear a black bottom and white top of your choice. I highly recommend the group as a way to quickly meet other women in's new town. Most groups meet once a month, some two times. &nbsp;One can pick between morning and evening meetings for your convenience.&nbsp;</p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/2024-goals-for-my-closet/page/2#post-2356017 Mon, 25 Mar 2024 04:46:16 +0000 Zaeobi 2356017@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Ah, I see - I usually have the opposite problem at my height lol. What's PEO initiations, sorry? </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/2024-goals-for-my-closet/page/2#post-2355967 Sun, 24 Mar 2024 14:03:38 +0000 Anonymous 2355967@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>It is hard to find dresses with no back zipper and enough length. But I have enough to wear one twice a week, especially in the summer. I could use more dresses with sleeves for shoulder seasons. I am adding more skirts. I need more black skirts and white dressy blouses to wear for PEO initiations. My last trial was a fail as I am too small now for my blouses and skirts. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/2024-goals-for-my-closet/page/2#post-2355935 Sat, 23 Mar 2024 23:18:29 +0000 Zaeobi 2355935@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>This sounds interesting, Joy - good luck with making the gamine transition work well for your lifestyle! </p> <p>I suspect it should be able to work with your glucose meter - e.g. I associate shift dresses (no defined waist) with the gamine look, no? </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/2024-goals-for-my-closet/page/2#post-2355832 Fri, 22 Mar 2024 18:55:00 +0000 MsMaven 2355832@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Re Susan B, I've read her blog for over a decade and even got to meet her once. Although I'm tall, and more of a soft autumn, I find lots of great stuff and ideas on her blog. And of course, great ideas for the "woman of a certain age."</p> <p>&nbsp;I'm looking forward to seeing what you do find this spring. I've always liked your style, so it will be fun to watch your progress in making some changes.&nbsp;</p> <p> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/2024-goals-for-my-closet/page/2#post-2355829 Fri, 22 Mar 2024 18:10:36 +0000 Anonymous 2355829@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I will concentrate the gamine style with any new purchases this spring/summer and beyond, but do not feel I have it yet. &nbsp;Masculine does not appeal. &nbsp;Nothing at retail in my size is appealing right now. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/2024-goals-for-my-closet/page/2#post-2353611 Sat, 24 Feb 2024 01:28:55 +0000 Anonymous 2353611@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Thank you Mirjana and Lee. I have not done much yet accept wear more short jackets as toppers. I have been sticking to colors for the season and trading winter things for lighter colors and weight for spring: </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/2024-goals-for-my-closet#post-2353593 Fri, 23 Feb 2024 21:50:10 +0000 Lee 2353593@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I think this style shift/exploration sounds really fun. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/2024-goals-for-my-closet#post-2353558 Fri, 23 Feb 2024 15:49:27 +0000 Mirjana 2353558@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I think it's a good idea and I am looking forward to see your new styling. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/2024-goals-for-my-closet#post-2353553 Fri, 23 Feb 2024 15:37:42 +0000 Anonymous 2353553@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I changed back to a DexCom G6 metro which allows for wearing some fly-front jeans. &nbsp;Shoes and booties will be my next replacements as feet have changed. I suspect that my feet are longer and narrower . I will have to have a professional confirm this. &nbsp;It may take awhile to find a Nordstrom shoe salesman. &nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/2024-goals-for-my-closet#post-2353543 Fri, 23 Feb 2024 14:56:05 +0000 harmonica 2353543@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I really look forward to following you on this change. Changes in life style, our bodies and health issues are so important to guide our closets. But you know, closing some doors allows others to open. And getting rid of items makes room new space or more loved pieces. I think you have a great game plan and I’m excited for you. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/2024-goals-for-my-closet#post-2353506 Fri, 23 Feb 2024 05:45:53 +0000 Anonymous 2353506@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I have duplicates of most wardrobe items in case I have to change clothes during the day. &nbsp;I could &nbsp;get rid of all the duplicates and make more space. &nbsp;It's a start. &nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/2024-goals-for-my-closet#post-2353317 Wed, 21 Feb 2024 00:13:41 +0000 Anonymous 2353317@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I am getting shorter and can no longer reach many shelves. &nbsp;Oh , the joys of growing older. Neither can I depend on a step stool for fear of falling. &nbsp;If you are getting older have someone move everything down where you can reach it easily now. &nbsp;I have lots of out of season stuff at the top of the closet that must be lower. &nbsp;I will try to wear the same footwear all year round.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/2024-goals-for-my-closet#post-2348742 Fri, 05 Jan 2024 16:06:02 +0000 Anonymous 2348742@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I did read what Susan said about Gamine style and was inspired. &nbsp;Thank you, Angie, for your thoughts about boho tops. &nbsp;I have not yet tired of the look, and will look at each item. &nbsp;I need to stay away from consignment and thrift stores where sales goggles are a problem. &nbsp;Seasonal sales also need to be avoided.<br />Suntiger , elastic laces are a good idea. &nbsp;They are harder to find. I will look at Amazon. When I wear sneakers, I reach for easy on, easy off styles.</p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/2024-goals-for-my-closet#post-2348736 Fri, 05 Jan 2024 14:09:39 +0000 Anonymous 2348736@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Re: tying laces- I hate it too, but bought some elastic ones on Amazon. Now no fussy tying!<br /> I could see the Une Femme style working for you too. She used to wear a lot of neutrals and high contrast, but lately is wearing the Spring palette. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/2024-goals-for-my-closet#post-2348681 Thu, 04 Jan 2024 22:03:14 +0000 Angie 2348681@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p><b>Joy,</b> my suggestion is to assess each boho top separately. Keep the ones that fit well, are in good knick, and make you happy.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/2024-goals-for-my-closet#post-2348666 Thu, 04 Jan 2024 19:46:54 +0000 Sal 2348666@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Happy New Year Joy! Looking forward to seeing and hearing about the famine style - I agree it will work well. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/2024-goals-for-my-closet#post-2348643 Thu, 04 Jan 2024 15:40:54 +0000 Helena 2348643@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Another vote for Susan and 'unefemme' as a potential inspiration - that was a great suggestion Jenni!</p> <p>Looking forward to seeing where you take gamine style Joy ... I agree with Suz that you rock high-contrast so that it an excellent foundation for some gamine colour-blocking, etc. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/2024-goals-for-my-closet#post-2348641 Thu, 04 Jan 2024 15:14:06 +0000 Anonymous 2348641@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Angie, thank you for the boost. &nbsp;It will be hard to get rid of boho things as they add color and variety to my wardrobe. &nbsp;What do yo think? &nbsp;Is there a color I should get rid of? &nbsp;I will look at Susan's outfits . &nbsp;She seems to wear lots of short jackets. &nbsp;And patterns and colors. &nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/2024-goals-for-my-closet#post-2348542 Wed, 03 Jan 2024 18:39:10 +0000 Angie 2348542@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Good game plan, <b>Joy</b>! You rock all the looks you sport :)&nbsp;</p> <p>Happy to help you edit your closet if you need guidance.&nbsp;</p> <p>Gamine style will fit seamlessly into your style, and I echo <b>Jenni </b>that looking at Susan's outfits might inspire you:&nbsp;</p> <p><a rel="nofollow" href="https://unefemme.net">https://unefemme.net</a></p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/2024-goals-for-my-closet#post-2348496 Wed, 03 Jan 2024 06:00:21 +0000 Anonymous 2348496@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Bella, a monthly update of getting rid of old stuff sounds like a good idea.<br />Cardiff Girl, a wardrobe reset may be the motivation I need to clean the closet. &nbsp;I am also getting tired of much of the old stuff although it is still in good shape and much still fits.<br />Dee, yes to changes as we get older. &nbsp;Thank you for the encouragement. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/2024-goals-for-my-closet#post-2348404 Tue, 02 Jan 2024 12:19:30 +0000 Dee 2348404@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I think as our bodies and lifestyles change, the way we see ourselves changes as well. Experimenting with the gamine style should be a fun fashion change and it think it would suit you quite well, </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/2024-goals-for-my-closet#post-2348394 Tue, 02 Jan 2024 10:01:23 +0000 Cardiff girl 2348394@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Sounds like you feel a wardrobe reset coming on.l look forward to following you through that and seeing what you come up with. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/2024-goals-for-my-closet#post-2348388 Tue, 02 Jan 2024 08:25:54 +0000 bella 2348388@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Getting rid of old stuff is hard, but you can do it! IMaybe you can post a monthly update of your closet review. I'll be following with interest!&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/2024-goals-for-my-closet#post-2348384 Tue, 02 Jan 2024 07:34:09 +0000 Jenni NZ 2348384@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Joy you might like Susan Blakey’s website Une Femme D’un Certain Age- she got typed by Red Leopard, UK stylists, as a Gamine and she doesn’t look unlike you actually. I think the style could suit you well.<br /> I like reading about it but perhaps partly as I have now typed myself as a Kibbe soft gamine. This might not be correct but it makes sense to me. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/2024-goals-for-my-closet#post-2348378 Tue, 02 Jan 2024 04:37:21 +0000 Anonymous 2348378@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Jaime, I mean just the general idea of gamine dressing. &nbsp;I have heard that gamine style is usually connected to another style such as dramatic or natural. &nbsp;I don't know what my second style is yet. &nbsp;I like them all. &nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/2024-goals-for-my-closet#post-2348377 Tue, 02 Jan 2024 03:32:00 +0000 Jaime 2348377@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Oh interesting! Do you mean Kibbe gamine, or just the general idea of gamine dressing? I can see you rock this regardless. Looking forward to seeing where you go. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/2024-goals-for-my-closet#post-2348375 Tue, 02 Jan 2024 03:27:15 +0000 Anonymous 2348375@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Runcarla, will leather joggers work? &nbsp; I also have a pair in black silk. &nbsp;Sneakers I have but seldom wear because of all the tying and untying because of not wearing shoes indoors. &nbsp;Most of my shoes are slip on flats, but I could add more sneakers that have a zipper closure. &nbsp;My feet have shrunk and I am not sure what size to try.<div>Suz, I like joggers because they are easy to find, especially with an elastic waist. &nbsp; I am feeling the gamine style in other ways besides height and a straight figure. &nbsp;I do not look good in ruffles and frills unless they are greatly under played. &nbsp;I have pieces from the boys' department, especially pants and flannel shirts. &nbsp;My skirts are usually pencils or tube skirts. &nbsp;Dresses too have little flare. &nbsp;I wear puffer vests and one wool vest. &nbsp;My jewelry is usually simple. &nbsp;I tend to wear jackets too long for a gamine look that is something I need to watch. &nbsp;Bets are also a problem as they tend to push on my glucose meter. &nbsp;I still have my favorite belts and maybe a change back to my old glucose. Eternal in the new year will help. &nbsp;I see the endocrinologist this week and will see what other changes will be made. &nbsp;I am very picky about tees. &nbsp;I plan to share myexperiments to see if I am on track.</div> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/2024-goals-for-my-closet#post-2348357 Mon, 01 Jan 2024 19:50:32 +0000 Carla 2348357@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p><b>Joy</b>, you may be a pocket Venus, but I’ve found your style closer to the aspirational architectural looks of Tilda Swinton than any Tomboy. &nbsp;On the other hand, you’ve got such great fashion chops, you can do anything! &nbsp;</p> <div><br /></div><div>Start with sneakers (<i>any&nbsp;</i>comfortable style) and jogger style trousers (with elasticated ankles) in a luxe fabric instead of cotton fleece - and you are on your way! &nbsp;I believe you already own some cool statement T’s. &nbsp;Please do share the results of your style experimentation with gamine. </p> <p> </div></p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/2024-goals-for-my-closet#post-2348348 Mon, 01 Jan 2024 18:23:20 +0000 SarahD8 2348348@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>This sounds very intriguing! I look forward to seeing what gamine-your-way shakes out to be. I think comfort and practicality marry well with gamine style, so it's a slam-dunk in that sense. </p>