https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/angies-being-me-challenge---days-1-2 Style Advice for Fashion Lovers en-US Sat, 16 May 2026 11:43:06 +0000 http://bbpress.org/?v=1.0.2 q https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/search.php https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/angies-being-me-challenge---days-1-2#post-2007646 Wed, 27 Feb 2019 22:25:02 +0000 Christina F. 2007646@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Thanks, Angie! I like "Urban Hip Casual Fabness"! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/angies-being-me-challenge---days-1-2#post-2007605 Wed, 27 Feb 2019 21:25:11 +0000 Angie 2007605@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I LOVE your Day #3 look,<b> Christina</b>. Urban Hip Casual Fabness. The stripes are amazing with the sneaks. KILLER.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/angies-being-me-challenge---days-1-2#post-2007590 Wed, 27 Feb 2019 21:11:40 +0000 Anonymous 2007590@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Awwww </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/angies-being-me-challenge---days-1-2#post-2007583 Wed, 27 Feb 2019 21:07:25 +0000 Christina F. 2007583@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Thanks, suntiger! And my furbabies are worth it. I had a cat in the 00’s too, and knew I would adapt over time. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/angies-being-me-challenge---days-1-2#post-2007536 Wed, 27 Feb 2019 20:35:07 +0000 Anonymous 2007536@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Red is your color! And I hope the kitties appreciate it I'm sure I'd do all it takes if I had allergies too! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/angies-being-me-challenge---days-1-2#post-2007498 Wed, 27 Feb 2019 19:39:59 +0000 Christina F. 2007498@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Not sure anyone saw my third day so bumping this. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/angies-being-me-challenge---days-1-2#post-2007366 Wed, 27 Feb 2019 15:17:43 +0000 Christina F. 2007366@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p><div>Thanks, TG, that's very kind of you. I'm very fortunate genetically. :)</div><div><br /></div><div>Sara L. - I think it's the same principle behind allergy shots, that exposure leads to lessened reactions. I have many allergies, and get six different injections every month. I really start to have problems when the cumulative effect of all the allergens I'm exposed to hits a certain level--it's like filling a bowl with water until it overflows, if that makes sense. Most of the time, things are in control enough that that cats don't bother me unduly. My main problem right now is the awful, excessive dry heat in my bedroom at night, which I have no control over...</div><div><br /></div><div>SarahD8 - thank you, and I agree that fun is the best reason for me to wear makeup. I also eel as if that the amount of knowledge out there about makeup, and all the different products, makes the whole thing daunting to me. I do have products I like, though. I will definitely make this a separate discussion once the challenge subsides (though fine with me to continue discussion in the meantime). My favorite things right now are bright red Clinique lip pencil and a bronze cream eyeshadow from Revlon.<br /></div> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/angies-being-me-challenge---days-1-2#post-2007357 Wed, 27 Feb 2019 14:57:29 +0000 SarahD8 2007357@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Stripes and French hen — yup, that absolutely screams Dr. Christina to me. You look great and I love those layered necklaces you are wearing with the French hen top!</p> <p>I would be totally down for a makeup discussion. For now, I wonder if there’s one aspect of makeup that feels most playful and fun to you — maybe focus on that and see how it feels to work that into your routine? For me that’s lippy — fun to play with different colors, it does add a feeling of polish, but I don’t really feel like I’m covering something up/“perfecting “ something iykwim. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/angies-being-me-challenge---days-1-2#post-2007355 Wed, 27 Feb 2019 14:54:13 +0000 Sara L. 2007355@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I love the red sweater - it's a great shade of red.&nbsp; Also love the cute French hen.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p> <p>Cat allergies are so bizarre.&nbsp; We always had cats growing up but when my brother and sister went to college and weren't around cats anymore, they would come home for Xmas/school holidays and be allergic to the cats.&nbsp; After being around them for a few months during the summer, the allergies would go away, but then come back again when they weren't in proximity to any cats on a regular basis.&nbsp; They both have cats now and don't have problems.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/angies-being-me-challenge---days-1-2#post-2007346 Wed, 27 Feb 2019 14:24:11 +0000 Helena 2007346@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>You look awesome, and, as much as we can say that any woman 'needs' makeup, you don't. Your features are beautifully defined without it, and to me that what creates the polish. You have it naturally! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/angies-being-me-challenge---days-1-2#post-2007342 Wed, 27 Feb 2019 14:19:26 +0000 Christina F. 2007342@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Sorry I dropped off yesterday. My job is changing (for the good) and I have a lot on my plate. </p> <p>bj111 thank you! Walking is my main form of exercise. Plus our MTA is now unreliable, so the less I can use it, the better. </p> <p>JAileen - It’s a long story but the cats don’t bother me that much. I started using a product called AllerPet when I got them and eventually mostly got used to them. I also get allergy shots monthly, and take a daily pill, but I’d have to do all that without them. They can’t sleep with us though, which is one downside. :(</p> <p>Thanks Cardiff girl!</p> <p>Karen - thank you! The boots are so trusty and go with most things. And the bootcuts are so refreshing age years of skinnies. I’m pretty lucky with my coloring and wouldn’t change it despite my forays into redder hair. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/angies-being-me-challenge---days-1-2#post-2007002 Tue, 26 Feb 2019 23:15:15 +0000 karen13 2007002@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>These are so you - the red, the stripes, my bootcut and Born buddy!. I too adore puns - I embrace one of my dad's favorite sayings "The pun is the lowest form of humor, and therefore the basis of all wit." I love reading about the whys behind your choices. And I have always been envious of my dark tressed friends who had visible brows and lashes!&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/angies-being-me-challenge---days-1-2#post-2006928 Tue, 26 Feb 2019 20:31:19 +0000 Cardiff girl 2006928@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Those two jumpers made me smile,well done Christina! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/angies-being-me-challenge---days-1-2#post-2006898 Tue, 26 Feb 2019 19:30:11 +0000 JAileen 2006898@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Both sweaters are really cute. Stripes of course, but the french hen! I love it!</p> <p>ETA: I can’t believe you have cats when you’re allergic. I can’t even sit on upholstery in a house with cats... </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/angies-being-me-challenge---days-1-2#post-2006896 Tue, 26 Feb 2019 19:27:32 +0000 bj1111 2006896@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>yep...that is so recognizably you.&nbsp; that french hen is darling.</p> <p>admire your choosing to walk.&nbsp; i live in a place where cars dominate and my commute would be ridic on public transit.&nbsp; props that you have your lifestyle locked down, not withstanding the resolving injury. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/angies-being-me-challenge---days-1-2#post-2006892 Tue, 26 Feb 2019 19:16:12 +0000 Christina F. 2006892@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p><div><b>taylor</b> and others, on makeup- thank you, that's kind of you. I don't need makeup the way other people think they need it for themselves - there is nothing I want to "correct" (except the occasional blemish) or bring into focus. My eyebrows and eyelashes are visible on their own; the circles under my eyes aren't especially dark. I don't have much of an upper lip, but I don't bother painting one on even when I do wear makeup!</div><div><br /></div><div> I mostly put makeup on for fun when I do wear it, but I always feel like I don't look all that much different than when it's not on, because I have a really light touch. I may post about this separately at some point... I do like metallic eyeshadow and red lippie. <br /></div><div><br /></div><div><b>Christie </b>- thank you, and yes, I agree it's a choice, and a valid one, at that. <br /></div><div><br /></div><b>shevia</b> - I definitely see more and more men wearing makeup. And carrying purses! It's just more tools for their style toolboxes, and more power to them!</p> <p><div>Thank you for your kinds words, <b>cjh, Kathie, </b>and <b>bonnie</b>.</div><div><br /></div><div><b>Angie and Suz</b> - I love my French hen. I will keep it and wear it until it's in tatters. I need to do some fabric shaving on the arms, though.<br /></div></p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/angies-being-me-challenge---days-1-2#post-2006834 Tue, 26 Feb 2019 17:01:16 +0000 Suz 2006834@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p><b>Christina</b>, you look extremely "you" in both of these outfits. No wonder you love the hen sweater -- it is adorable on you! I share your love of a whimsical print now and again. Not to mention a good pun.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/angies-being-me-challenge---days-1-2#post-2006822 Tue, 26 Feb 2019 16:40:37 +0000 Angie 2006822@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p><b>Christina,</b> I so enjoyed hearing more about you, your life and your choices. The puzzle pieces fit perfectly - PHD and all!</p> <p>You are stinking cute in the hen pullover. My word!&nbsp;</p> <p>You achieve Polished Fun Casual with the best of them. Nailed it.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/angies-being-me-challenge---days-1-2#post-2006813 Tue, 26 Feb 2019 16:28:34 +0000 Bonnie 2006813@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>It's nice to get to know you better. I only wear eyebrow pencil, because my eyebrows are so pale, and lipstick and I agree with you on make up.<br />No one should be shamed for not wearing it. &nbsp;I like your polished, casual style. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/angies-being-me-challenge---days-1-2#post-2006799 Tue, 26 Feb 2019 16:16:54 +0000 Kathie 2006799@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Great tops! I love how you've incorporated the truly personal with the French hen. And, I hear you on make-up. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/angies-being-me-challenge---days-1-2#post-2006752 Tue, 26 Feb 2019 15:18:11 +0000 cjh 2006752@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Nice! Great explanation and background for your choices. I love the hen sweater. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/angies-being-me-challenge---days-1-2#post-2006751 Tue, 26 Feb 2019 15:16:57 +0000 Jaime 2006751@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Great looks - I especially like your hen sweater. Women should not be obliged to wear makeup! I do wear some, but consider that my choice. I think more and more men are starting to wear makeup too - I wonder if that will change perceptions on the whole thing. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/angies-being-me-challenge---days-1-2#post-2006726 Tue, 26 Feb 2019 14:32:06 +0000 ChristelJ 2006726@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I like your lively, fun and down-to-earth style and that French hen is just terrific! Agree it's great that you don't need the makeup and feel like it's a choice to wear or not. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/angies-being-me-challenge---days-1-2#post-2006720 Tue, 26 Feb 2019 14:20:16 +0000 taylor 2006720@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Love your bright colored stripes .. that is so you ! The French hen is cute ! YLF!<br /> You seem to be one of the lucky ones that don’t need cosmetics. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/angies-being-me-challenge---days-1-2#post-2006707 Tue, 26 Feb 2019 14:09:10 +0000 Christina F. 2006707@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p> <div>I didn't have time to post yesterday!</div><div><br /> </div><div>Anyway, some background: I work in an office, usually 5 days a week. It's an environmental organization, so everyone is casual unless they have a role that's high up or faces outside the organization. Mine is neither, though I work in fundraising. My style of dress is polished casual, or at least I aim for that. This makes me more dressy than some colleagues, but less so than others. Since I am in fundraising, and my colleagues are mostly women by a wide margin, including my whole team currently. I have no gender power dynamics to worry about at work, but since I started in this career late, I am 5-10 older than many of my colleagues, including my own boss! Most of them can't believe when they first hear me say I'm almost 40 (with a PhD), anyway!</div><div><br /> </div><div>I am married, two cats, no kids. Home life is about loungewear because I'm allergic to my cats and don't want their dander on the clothes I wear out. It's also just my preference.<br /> </div><div><br /> </div><div>Other things: I live in NYC. I walk a lot, even on my commute, as I choose for more walking over a harder subway transfer underground that would get me closer to work. Plus, I like to walk. That said, a back and hip injury has limited my shoe choices for walking outside. I will often choose shoes based on that, though occasionally I will switch to flats at work. This week, the hip is acting up since I wore less cushioned shoes last week, so I've been wearing my trusty Born Chelsea boots until that pain subsides.<br /> </div><div><br /> </div><div>Day 1, Monday: I couldn't start a me challenge without a bright color and stripes! I love red, and worked hard to find some true red (not orange) knitwear this year. Also, though bootcuts are coming back, I don't see them on as many people, even in the city, but I love them. This is a BR sweater, Wit &amp; Wisdom jeans, and the Born boots. The necklace is my favorite for wearing with knitwear.</div><div><br /> </div><div>Day 2, Tuesday: I am currently at home waiting for IT to transfer my work files to a new laptop, but will go in eventually. This J Crew "French Hen" sweater is one of my favorite pieces of all time. I have moved a little away from cute animal motifs, but not completely! The hen I also a visual pun because she's wearing a beret, which makes her French. I studied Shakespeare in grad school, so you can bet I'm enamored of puns of all kinds. I added a detail pic so you could see the hen and one of my more delicate necklaces (a look I usually prefer to chunky ones). The olive skinnies are pretty standard for me, and play well with all the colors in the sweater. Born boots again.&nbsp;</div><div><br /> </div><div>NB: One thing that hasn't been part of my look lately is makeup. I don't leave enough time for it, usually, but I kind of feel that it means that I'm juuust missing the boat on being polished. On the other hand, women shouldn't need makeup, dammit! Because patriarchy. I'm still wrestling with figuring out my preferences here-whether it’s really about time or something else. I still wear makeup for going out.</div> </p> <p>ETA - Day 3. You may not have seen this look a lot from me, because it hasn’t been cold enough to layer a blazer under my puffer. Today happened to be cold enough. I do love blazer, tee, jeans and sneakers as an outfit formula, even if I can’t always use it. I am having allergy shots later, so I needed to be layered. The necklace is one my husband gave me. Oh, and I snuck more stripes in there. </p>