https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/2024-review-analysis-and-some-numbers Style Advice for Fashion Lovers en-US Thu, 09 Apr 2026 20:50:41 +0000 http://bbpress.org/?v=1.0.2 q https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/search.php https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/2024-review-analysis-and-some-numbers/page/2#post-2377396 Thu, 02 Jan 2025 23:14:21 +0000 Suz 2377396@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p><b>Sarah,</b> thanks! I'm not sure if it suggests that most of us need a major re-set every 8-10 years&nbsp; (due to lifestyle and other changes as well as fashion's vagaries...) or whether I should attribute it all to the pandemic. I neither shopped, nor edited very much in 2020/21 (except for gear), but eventually that meant some of the older stuff was well worn out by 2023 and I was actually in need (vs. just having the "wantsies") for a few categories of item, and I was well and truly bored of other well-worn but not yet worn out items.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/2024-review-analysis-and-some-numbers/page/2#post-2377392 Thu, 02 Jan 2025 23:07:45 +0000 SarahD8 2377392@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Great roundup, Suz. It's interesting to see that after your wardrobe refresh year in 2023 (with higher than usual turnover) you've returned to more typical numbers in 2024. I think that reflects a real self-knowledge about your style and wardrobe management -- even as those things are inevitably always in flux. Carry on! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/2024-review-analysis-and-some-numbers/page/2#post-2377347 Thu, 02 Jan 2025 18:13:48 +0000 Suz 2377347@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Thanks, <b>Zaeobi,</b> and nice to see you!&nbsp; Hope all is well.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/2024-review-analysis-and-some-numbers/page/2#post-2377335 Thu, 02 Jan 2025 17:10:42 +0000 Zaeobi 2377335@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Lots of sartorial success here! In addition to luminosity, I'm generally noticing a 'fluid' theme in these looks (particularly the bottoms) - there's a certain level of ease that comes across as approachable (not to say that your pieces aren't tailored, but that they aren't overly stiff, if that makes sense?) </p> <p>Also hard agree with @Dee RE: quality - I feel like some level of churn is inevitable these days, especially if we aren't buying exclusively vintage or handmade. I think so long as we're reflecting and doing better than before, that's progress. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/2024-review-analysis-and-some-numbers#post-2377285 Thu, 02 Jan 2025 03:15:18 +0000 Suz 2377285@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p><b>Lisa</b>, that sounds like so much fun! Brava! Can't wait to see some of your new items.&nbsp;</p> <p><b>Angie</b>, thank you. I owe so much to you and the forum!&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/2024-review-analysis-and-some-numbers#post-2377281 Thu, 02 Jan 2025 02:42:11 +0000 Lisa 2377281@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>You've got a lovely wardrobe and like Angie I can't pick a favorite.&nbsp;</p> <p>My sister and I just did a closet swap as a way to freshen up our wardrobes in a sustainable way. It was a lot easier to purge my closet when I knew where my clothes were going and she felt the same. And now we both have new to us items to start 2025. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/2024-review-analysis-and-some-numbers#post-2377268 Thu, 02 Jan 2025 00:30:06 +0000 Angie 2377268@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>*APPLAUSE*</p> <p>LOOKING KILLER GORGEOUS in 2024! Impossible to pick a fave! Just. So. You. Well turned out for every occasion. Punchy, pretty, polished, and elegant! Equal parts trendy vs. classic, and neutral vs. non-neutral. Lots of patterns, AND solids. More texture! More red and lilac!!! And more white. Very much like the colour pivot that is an organic and natural evolution for your style, IMO :)</p> <p><b>Suz, </b>you have SUCH a good handle on your style, shopping, budget, and managing your wardrobe. Inspirational, and energizing! You've achieved good balance. Dress honestly. You are honed!&nbsp;</p> <p>This:</p> <p>"<i>While the ethical issues remain unresolved in my mind, what is clear is that I had a lot of fun with fashion and I loved being able to dress for whatever presented itself!"<br /></i><br />FWIW, you practice sensible and manageable sustainability and ethics DAILY because that's how you're wired! You're ticking off the boxes that I personally find important with regards to these questions, and that's&nbsp; good enough for me. Hopefully for you too :)&nbsp;</p> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/2024-review-analysis-and-some-numbers#post-2377209 Tue, 31 Dec 2024 19:08:07 +0000 Evie 2377209@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I just love how you have honed in on your style, Suz…and how you understand what will be a good addition to your closet when you purchase new items. I am impressed by the way you can quickly pass on items that you are not completely sold on. Everything seems to work together so seamlessly.<br /> It was fun looking through your favourite outfits of 2024. I especially love when you mix mauve and reds, the patterned blue sweater in #5, your tonal white and cream outfits, the plaid pants and denim jacket in #13, the blue wide denim outfit in #17, and the dressy skirt with silver accents in #18. All outfits are amazing. They have inspired me to try new combinations within my own wardrobe. Thank you! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/2024-review-analysis-and-some-numbers#post-2377201 Tue, 31 Dec 2024 17:31:18 +0000 RachelNZ 2377201@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Such great looks! There is real cohesion without them feeling the same (even with the same pieces).<br /> Cohesion is something I’m pondering within my own wardrobe and your comments about sticking to a colour palette and how you’ve been using a tonal approach when pulling together outfits are probably key aspects of why they are so cohesive. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/2024-review-analysis-and-some-numbers#post-2377197 Tue, 31 Dec 2024 16:39:43 +0000 Helena 2377197@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>You've added such a creative twist to all your looks, so top notch and looks so authentic! I love it. If I was<br /> *forced* to choose a favourite it would be the swooshy skirt because it so perfectly swooshed in the photo! It captures a sense of dynamism that is really coming through in all of these and in your perennially positive energy! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/2024-review-analysis-and-some-numbers#post-2377175 Tue, 31 Dec 2024 04:20:25 +0000 booksandtea 2377175@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>What absolutely fabulous outfits! I love all the glorious red. 23 and 24 are my favourites—but all of these outfits radiate dash and panache! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/2024-review-analysis-and-some-numbers#post-2377170 Tue, 31 Dec 2024 03:43:55 +0000 Suz 2377170@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p><b>Sal, </b>I am eager to read your year-end review. I think you've had your best fashion year ever -- I really see you honing your style!&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/2024-review-analysis-and-some-numbers#post-2377169 Tue, 31 Dec 2024 03:38:24 +0000 Suz 2377169@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Awww, thanks, <b>Carla!</b> Those white jeans, alas, are history -- they were a very well loved and well worn bargain basement purchase with at least 60 wears — so I just ordered some new white pants. I have off-white (ecru) barrel leg jeans that I love but I do not have anything in an optic white now. I actually like to combine the whites and off-whites, so that is not a bad thing, but I also need an optic white. So, crossing fingers the new (sale) options works.&nbsp;</p> <p>I have really enjoyed the lavender/ lilac additions and YES -- I prefer them with blue (and red or burgundy, or white) vs. with pink. That is going to be part of my tonal analysis. I've continued to dress in tonal outfits over this season and have many discoveries about my own preferences. I think the lavender/ lilac <i>looks</i> fantastic with the pinks etc. But I don't enjoy wearing it that way.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/2024-review-analysis-and-some-numbers#post-2377166 Tue, 31 Dec 2024 02:40:28 +0000 Carla 2377166@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Solid review,&nbsp;<b>Suz. &nbsp;</b>100% agree with what you wrote about sticking to&nbsp;&nbsp;a colour palette and how it makes shopping easier, and &nbsp;reduces decision fatigue. &nbsp;I’ve been doing it for a while - since learning about it on the forum!</p> <p>The development of a collection of lilac items has transformed your closet - and bridges the gap between blue and red. &nbsp;I’m wondering if we’ll be seeing more of it popping up in your blue based outfits?</p> <p>I have to give a shout-out for the whiteout combination (#7) - brilliant styling! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/2024-review-analysis-and-some-numbers#post-2377155 Mon, 30 Dec 2024 23:24:53 +0000 Suz 2377155@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Thanks, <b>LaPed </b>-- that is good to know and I can follow up on it. It seems like it should be do-able, right?&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/2024-review-analysis-and-some-numbers#post-2377154 Mon, 30 Dec 2024 23:03:41 +0000 LaPed 2377154@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Suz, in terms of repurposing textiles, <a rel="nofollow" href="https://suayla.com/">Suay</a> in LA is doing some pretty cool stuff. I've sent in "dead" clothes and housewares, and with the credit I received used their community dye bath for a couple of stained pieces that I would have otherwise gotten rid of. I could have dyed them myself, I suppose, but the colours on offer were shades I wouldn't know how to achieve myself, and the credit was a good incentive to try it out! I feel like Vancouver is a market that could support something similar.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/2024-review-analysis-and-some-numbers#post-2377138 Mon, 30 Dec 2024 19:13:15 +0000 Sal 2377138@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Love your year of fashion Suz. I honestly think you nailed it this year - your new purchases are fab and you integrate older pieces so well. It’s such a cohesive yet varied set of outfits. </p> <p>My shopping numbers are similar to yours and I suspect my edits are also similar - I will tally up today. My wardrobe sits around 100 - give or take - which is about right for me. I could get rid of 10-15 pieces that are very lightly worn but I don’t plan to at the moment.</p> <p>I am thinking of a temporary halt to online shopping - will write more in my review post. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/2024-review-analysis-and-some-numbers#post-2377134 Mon, 30 Dec 2024 18:14:02 +0000 Suz 2377134@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Thanks, <b>Sarah</b>. Choosing a colour palette and sticking to it is really helpful and it makes shopping easier, too -- there's a lot my eyes just glide over, which reduces decision fatigue. ;)&nbsp;</p> <p>Interesting, <b>LaPed</b>. Your trading economy seems to be working really well for you. My kid does this sometimes, although they have trouble finding things in the size/ style they need and want. But I love this idea in theory. I also love the idea of figuring out how to repurpose beloved items that we no longer wear, either into new clothes for ourselves, or household items, or new clothes for others, and I wonder if there would be a place for a business that takes donations specifically to recreate.&nbsp;</p> <p><b>Olive Green,</b> that is a really nice word -- congruent -- thank you! It feels exactly right. I aim for a congruent style amid the variety. And wow, you lived out of a backpack for years -- that is impressive. (I did it only for months one time and it wasn't easy -- I froze, for one thing!)&nbsp; Your current wardrobe is quite streamlined also, correct? And deliberately suited for your climate and needs.&nbsp;</p> <p><b>Janet </b>-- yes -- minimalism is a nice ideal ... but I don't think it is mine, either. For one thing, I have way too many books! And I do enjoy this varied closet of mine. And would be sad without the choices. So perhaps it is a question of balance -- finding other ways to minimize one's negative impact and also finding positive ways to contribute to the world.&nbsp;</p> <p>&nbsp;</p> <p> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/2024-review-analysis-and-some-numbers#post-2377131 Mon, 30 Dec 2024 15:06:29 +0000 sarah 2377131@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I am always impressed by how well curated and coordinated your wardrobe is, Suz. You do such a wonderful job of carefully selecting pieces that integrate well into your red/blue/charcoal/lavender/silver/cream palette and choosing wardrobe items that are stylish and fun. You look fab! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/2024-review-analysis-and-some-numbers#post-2377129 Mon, 30 Dec 2024 14:25:32 +0000 LaPed 2377129@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I suspect a lot of us are asking these questions! I was around the 30-in/30-out mark for years, and although it's moderate by current western wardrobe standards, I know it's really too much from a climate/carbon perspective. This year, I ended up with 9 new purchases (4 of them shoes), 6 traded clothing items (I did a lot more trading, but much of it was trading my clothes for housewares or clothes for DS and DH), and 3 secondhand purchases.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p> <p>I'm pretty excited to try Tiffanie Darke's <a rel="nofollow" href="https://ruleoffive.substack.com/p/coming-soonhttp://">Rule of Five</a> (five new wardrobe items per year) in 2025. Seems way more sustainable to me than a no-buy approach, which I find can result in binge-shopping when it's over. I'll have to tweak it for myself, because I absolutely overbuy socks/underwear if I don't add some constraint. :D&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/2024-review-analysis-and-some-numbers#post-2377127 Mon, 30 Dec 2024 13:58:31 +0000 Olive Green 2377127@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>They all look so good I cannot pick a favourite.&nbsp;<br />I lived out of a backpack for a few years, so I do know minimal, and laughed at your comment on how you started with nothing.&nbsp;<br />What a great wardrobe you have assembled. And I would spot you in a crowd, it feels very emotionally coherent, or do I mean congruent?&nbsp;<br />I think keeping the pretty hair and the trendy shoes consistent helps a lot.&nbsp;<br />So nice, Suz!&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/2024-review-analysis-and-some-numbers#post-2377121 Mon, 30 Dec 2024 13:16:05 +0000 Janet 2377121@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>What a great year of outfits, Suz! I particularly love your column of cream/white, and that blue patterned sweater. #10 is really great too! </p> <p>I think you ask good questions. I seem to start out each year with no or few purchases and then ramp up over the course of the year. I’ve bought a fair amount over the last few months, but I was craving some colors that have just come back into availability (burgundy, forest green, etc), and I’ve also been taking advantage of newer, wider, full-length pant silhouettes that work better for me than the prevailing skinny or cropped styles of the past decade plus. </p> <p>I faced reality long ago that I am not inclined towards minimalism or a tightly restricted closet. I am fortunate that I have the space and budget for my wardrobe desires, but I am continuing to be more mindful about my purchases and what happens to the items that I no longer want or need. I suspect 2025 may be a challenging year and am kind of glad I’ve done my “splurging” this year. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/2024-review-analysis-and-some-numbers#post-2377116 Mon, 30 Dec 2024 04:33:46 +0000 Suz 2377116@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p><b>Bonnie,</b> 29 sounds like a sensible level of purchasing to me, especially if I compare it to my last year's refresh which was about double my usual 30 or so! And how lovely that you can see the items worn and loved when you donate.&nbsp;</p> <p>I give some items to my stepdaughter who is close to my size. I can't pass along wools or silks (or leather), however, since she is vegan. So some proportion of my closet cannot go to her.&nbsp;</p> <p><b>Jaime</b>, I'm going to keep haunting the Victoria second hand shops in hopes I will find a good fit here, and I know I always have success in Vancouver when I visit. So for statement items, particularly designer pieces, I'm going to look there first next year.&nbsp;</p> <p><b>Roberta,</b> I hope you will try that exercise! It's instructive to me with respect to what degree of currency I crave. (I won't say "trendiness" but you get the idea). I think you're right -- we both want some variety and freshness in the closet, but we also make use of older items, so it is not as if they go to waste. What I find is that some new items just enliven and vivify the old so that I appreciate the old even more!&nbsp;</p> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/2024-review-analysis-and-some-numbers#post-2377115 Mon, 30 Dec 2024 02:51:53 +0000 Bonnie 2377115@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>What a great set of outfits. I had a big shopping this year, 29 items, after two very low shopping years, but I felt it was time and I am pleased with my new additions. I still have to do some editing but since our community has a yearly two day sale in September, I have time to decide what to let go. I feel good about donating to the sale because I have actually seen people wearing some of the items I've donated.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/2024-review-analysis-and-some-numbers#post-2377113 Mon, 30 Dec 2024 02:21:59 +0000 Jaime 2377113@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Loved reading and seeing your roundup Suz! I think you have really honed in on what you like, what works for your lifestyle, and what size closet you can manage happily. Your first outfit wowed me and it just got better from there. Love the pink and red through line. As for me, well, I have not figured out anything yet . The concerns about the ethics of donating and selling are pretty much in my face, but anything that re-uses the abundance that is already out there seems like a good start to me. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/2024-review-analysis-and-some-numbers#post-2377112 Mon, 30 Dec 2024 01:37:25 +0000 Roberta 2377112@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>It is an excellent idea to consider the age of your wardrobe. I will think more about that. I go back and cross out items I have weeded, so I could cross reference the percentages by age as you have done.</p> <p>You and I like a larger closet and plenty of choices. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/2024-review-analysis-and-some-numbers#post-2377101 Sun, 29 Dec 2024 19:06:36 +0000 Suz 2377101@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p><b>JAileen</b> -- thanks! That jacket in #16 and 17 was one of my best thrifting finds ever -- it is by Paul Smith! I would never be able to afford such a jacket new.&nbsp;</p> <p>It also offers proof that knowing one's own style ties in with shopping karma. That jacket was offered by its previous owner at a time when large, long, oversized jackets were trending. It is a short, even shrunken fit -- not the current style then (or now, for that matter). But it works for me and I pounced.&nbsp;</p> <p><b>Pirouette,</b> thank you! I'll bet if you tracked a bit you would find you wear more of those clothes than you think. you do. Or you might begin to wear them -- tracking can have that effect! You go into your closet and remember -- oh yes, <b>that</b> top! Tracking can be a pain (and, as I said, I don't do it regularly myself) but I do think it can be a helpful exercise.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/2024-review-analysis-and-some-numbers#post-2377100 Sun, 29 Dec 2024 18:48:20 +0000 JAileen 2377100@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I always love your outfits. &nbsp;But especially all of the bundled up for cold outfits, and #16 (love that jacket!) and #23 (love that guitar strap!).<br /><div><br /></div><div><br /></div> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/2024-review-analysis-and-some-numbers#post-2377097 Sun, 29 Dec 2024 17:41:51 +0000 pirouette 2377097@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I forgot to say your all white outfit is my favourite of all you posted. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/2024-review-analysis-and-some-numbers#post-2377096 Sun, 29 Dec 2024 17:39:57 +0000 pirouette 2377096@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>That’s a great roundup for 2024. You have a great wardrobe and it works so well on you. I don’t track wears but I can guess I only wear 20% of my clothes and footwear. I donate a lot to friends and to charity. I love shopping but I managed to restrict myself to 36 items during the year. About 6 of these were mistakes for one reason or another but I donate all mistakes as I feel guilty looking at them. It is very hard work to have a wardrobe that is the right size and fulfils all your clothing needs. I doubt I’ll ever get there but I enjoy the challenge. </p>