https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/april-30x30-week-three Style Advice for Fashion Lovers en-US Wed, 15 Apr 2026 21:43:12 +0000 http://bbpress.org/?v=1.0.2 q https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/search.php https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/april-30x30-week-three/page/2#post-1477260 Mon, 20 Apr 2015 01:12:40 +0000 Anonymous 1477260@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I absolutely love the dress in number 1. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/april-30x30-week-three/page/2#post-1477191 Sun, 19 Apr 2015 22:48:05 +0000 Laura (rhubarbgirl) 1477191@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>:( Sorry the weather's been so punk, carter. At least you haven't needed a lot of work clothes! Kiwigal, I was thinking about trying this again in June - like you say, it'll be full summer here by then so I won't need many layers. April was not perhaps the easiest month to choose, although March would have been worse. I'm already wondering if I'm going to get a chance to wear either of my two sweaters again; it's supposed to be in the 80s tomorrow. </p> <p>Here are my pictures of this week's outfits. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/april-30x30-week-three/page/2#post-1477141 Sun, 19 Apr 2015 21:02:55 +0000 carter 1477141@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Well, another day of heavy rain--this time with tornado warnings. Not the day for work or errands, so we just lounged in gear and lounge wear today. Day 19 for me and still at 26 items. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/april-30x30-week-three/page/2#post-1477127 Sun, 19 Apr 2015 20:36:24 +0000 Laura (rhubarbgirl) 1477127@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p><b>Day 21:</b> magenta dolman tee, black floral skirt, black loafers. No new items. </p> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/april-30x30-week-three/page/2#post-1476844 Sun, 19 Apr 2015 11:58:14 +0000 Anonymous 1476844@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p><b>Day 21 (April 19)</b></p> <p>Keen sandals (repeat): black harem pants (repeat); grey pima cotton sweater (substitution for grey linen tee shirt that ripped); pearl earrings (repeat). I remain at <b>31</b> items. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/april-30x30-week-three/page/2#post-1476714 Sat, 18 Apr 2015 22:45:29 +0000 carter 1476714@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Yet another rainy day here. I think it's been gross for 10 out of the last 14 days. No one wants to look at houses in the rain, so I've only had to wear client-worthy clothes a handful of times this month. I'm pretty sure that's the only reason I've been able to hold my numbers low. It poured today, so I never left the house and never changed out of lounge wear. Still at 26. Saving those last 4 for additional work clothes if the sun ever shines again.</p> <p>On the bright side, I spent most of the day rearranging my closet and bathroom:-) Ditched a bunch more stuff. Still lots more to go, but it feels so much lighter in there already. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/april-30x30-week-three/page/2#post-1476693 Sat, 18 Apr 2015 21:51:14 +0000 Sal 1476693@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I agree Laura. For me the problem I have is that I have a few items I enjoy wearing, but not frequently. They don't have a place in a true capsule because they are not versatile enough, but I will wear them two or three times a season.</p> <p>If the weather holds for the next week I will enjoy mixing my three jackets with different tops jeans and footwear for most days... And try out a few new combinations for me. If the weather gets cooler again I will really struggle as I don't have many truly warm options.</p> <p>Today I am wearing my black and white print harems and a black long sleeve tee. Will add a jacket when I head out.</p> <p>I don't think I will do this in May, but I would up to trying again maybe in June July or August which are our coldest months. I will be totally in winter clothing which means lots of layers but also no need for lightweight options. It would be high summer for you which may be easier or harder as there also tend to be holidays and parties!! I will use May to try out my other clothing and possibly purchase the next two items on my list - jeans and a winter handbag. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/april-30x30-week-three/page/2#post-1476683 Sat, 18 Apr 2015 20:43:36 +0000 Laura (rhubarbgirl) 1476683@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>This 30x30 has made me realize that I often use clothes to lift my mood. It doesn't always have to be new from the store; something different or that I haven't worn for a while works too. This month I haven't been able to do that, but I still want to, and often find myself 'curating' my closet for a mood booster, looking for things to cull or making up outfits for the future.</p> <p>It reminds me of what happened when I gave up watching TV on weekdays for Lent this year, and suddenly found myself eating more snacks in the evenings. (I know, everyone else eats more when they watch TV, but I never have done that much.) I was bored and looking for ways to occupy myself so I ate. You try to shift one bad habit and another pops up in its place, just like shopping and dressing.</p> <p><b>Day 20:</b> black 'designer' tee, distressed boyfriend jeans, cream/black cardigan when necessary. TBH, I haven't taken off my slippers today (lazy Saturday watching playoff hockey, woohoo) but if I go out I'll probably wear my gray Vans or the flip-flops. No new items. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/april-30x30-week-three/page/2#post-1476555 Sat, 18 Apr 2015 15:28:43 +0000 Anonymous 1476555@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p><b>Day 20 (April 18)</b></p> <p>My meetings went well yesterday, but I will admit to getting anxious. &nbsp;That is one reason I always wear a skirted suit. &nbsp;I feel the suit projects confidence that my stomach does not feel. &nbsp;</p> <p>Keen sandals (repeat): grey ponte pants (repeat); black belt (repeat); polka dot blouse (repeat); pear earrings (repeat). &nbsp;I remain at&nbsp;<b>31&nbsp;</b>items. &nbsp;</p> <p>I don't love this polka dot blouse. &nbsp;I have no idea why, it should be perfect. &nbsp;I decided that if I don't feel love by the end of the season I'll donate it and buy something I do love. &nbsp;</p> <p>So the grey Madewell linen tee shirt ripped at the seam (worn once). &nbsp;I will be substituting one grey pima cotton tee shirt for the linen one. &nbsp;That substitution keeps me at 31 items. &nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/april-30x30-week-three/page/2#post-1476302 Fri, 17 Apr 2015 23:55:21 +0000 Sal 1476302@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Well it is a very wet soggy day here! I am wearing jeans, a striped tee, and a wrap possum cardigan....I regard it as a dressing gown almost and don't leave the house in it....so haven't counted it in my 30. The tee is new though. So up to 28 with a sort of cheat!</p> <p>My DH has taken my sons for a run in the rain...I am staying home making red lentil and tomato soup and Chermoula chicken skewers for dinner....it is a day for staying inside and cooking. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/april-30x30-week-three/page/2#post-1476196 Fri, 17 Apr 2015 21:38:43 +0000 carter 1476196@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Two outfits for me today (running errands, then meetings), but nothing new to add. Still at 26. It is cold and rainy here today. I really wanted to wear a new sweater that I just got on sale, but the rest of the month will be in the 70s/80s. Knowing I wouldn't be able to wear it again, I went with a lighter sweater already on my list and a raincoat. Hope I don't end up regretting not getting the new sweater into rotation as soon as possible.</p> <p>April 17 (day 17): ON BF jeans, Blue/Green Foxcroft tunic, Black Aks sandals. Also, BP bootcut jeans, JJill taupe sweater, taupe sandals. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/april-30x30-week-three/page/2#post-1476151 Fri, 17 Apr 2015 19:52:42 +0000 Laura (rhubarbgirl) 1476151@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Hope your meeting went/goes well, Sterling. Sounds like you've made some well-thought-out additions.</p> <p><b>Day 19: </b>violet tee, light-wash skinnies, cream cardigan for a/c, black/white print flats. No new items. </p> <p> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/april-30x30-week-three/page/2#post-1475901 Fri, 17 Apr 2015 12:53:15 +0000 Anonymous 1475901@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p><b>Day 19 (April 17): &nbsp;</p> <p></b><br />I have three meeting this afternoon. &nbsp; I had to dress appropriately and that meant running out the door with a lot of clothes that had not previously been included in my 30 items. &nbsp;Here goes.</p> <p>2" black heels (repeat); black skirt (new item); white tee shirt (repeat); blue denim shirt to wear in the morning (new item); white tank top for the meetings (new item); fuchsia blazer for the meetings (new item); white pearl earrings (repeat). &nbsp;<br /><b></p> <p></b>So I added four new items. &nbsp;This brings my total to <b>31</b>. &nbsp;My 30 x 31 capsule now covers all the bases. &nbsp;I will not be adding any new items for the rest of the month. &nbsp;<b><br /></b> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/april-30x30-week-three/page/2#post-1475635 Thu, 16 Apr 2015 22:21:06 +0000 AM 1475635@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I am watching from the sidelines but this is very interesting. It is making me look at my very small wardrobe and ponder combinations, size, intentionally rotating through some new pieces, etc. You have got my wheels turning. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/april-30x30-week-three#post-1475633 Thu, 16 Apr 2015 22:17:51 +0000 Sal 1475633@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Day 19: &nbsp;Black long sleeve shirt, black skinny jeans, will add red leather jacket and probably boots when I go out. &nbsp;I may add a scarf too.</p> <p>No new items for me today. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/april-30x30-week-three#post-1475484 Thu, 16 Apr 2015 16:33:54 +0000 Laura (rhubarbgirl) 1475484@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I have learned a ton too, Sterling and Kiwigal. About particular pieces and what I need in what proportion during a usual week.</p> <p><b>Day 18:</b> swapping out the blush cardigan for a white one with black trim, and wearing the black print shift dress from GB again. Black pointy toe flats. No new items. </p> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/april-30x30-week-three#post-1475312 Thu, 16 Apr 2015 10:34:00 +0000 Anonymous 1475312@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I wanted to echo how useful this exercise has been in terms of understanding what pieces just don't work for me. &nbsp;I added several items to my 30-piece capsule that I quickly realized I will not repeat.</p> <p>Scarf -- just too damn hot and fussy<br />Gold Earrings -- beautiful, but SO heavy<br />Pink Pearl Earrings -- hated and gave away after one wearing<br />Polka Dot Blouse -- v was too deep to wear comfortably at work<br />Stone pants --- constricting.</p> <p>And then think about the items in my closet that didn't even make it to the 30 x 30. &nbsp;Why? &nbsp;What made me not reach for those pieces? &nbsp;</p> <p>I also discovered I rarely wear toppers in Summer months. &nbsp;I would only pull one out in the event of work meetings. &nbsp;</p> <p>I will do a 30 x 30 again. &nbsp;I very much doubt I would have been as successful without the camaraderie of this post. &nbsp;Thank you, Laura. &nbsp;</p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/april-30x30-week-three#post-1475311 Thu, 16 Apr 2015 10:27:10 +0000 Anonymous 1475311@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p><b>Day 18 (April 16):</b></p> <p>Black dress pants (repeat); grey linen tee shirt (brand new!!!); black ballet flats (repeat); pearl earrings (repeat). &nbsp;Added in one new item. Total is <b>27</b>.</p> <p>I have to wear a skirted suit tomorrow for meetings. &nbsp;I expect to add three new items tomorrow bringing my total to 30. &nbsp;After so consideration, I decided I am satisfied with the 30 items that got culled out of my wardrobe. &nbsp;I truly think I can wear these 30 items to the end of the month. &nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/april-30x30-week-three#post-1475271 Thu, 16 Apr 2015 07:05:06 +0000 Sal 1475271@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I think we are doing well too! It is a learning exercise for us not a military operation and we all have different rule interpretations anyway...I am not including jewellery or a scarf, but I know others are.</p> <p>I feel pretty confident I can get there now, I am keeping a couple of spares up my sleeve for a couple of work meetings next week.</p> <p>Sterling, Laura, Kellygirl and Carter well done!!! Carole do join in. I am still to decide if I will do it again or not. I would need to add in more warm items and take out sandals and a couple of lightweight summer pieces. This week here I have gone from needing two wool layers one day to a tank in the middle of the day today.</p> <p>This has crystallised a couple of pieces that are no longer working for me. My coral sweater is not the right shape, it needs a home with someone with smaller biceps! I am blinded by the colour which I love. My coated jeans dig in on my hips. I love the fit in the bottom and find this hard to get...but by the end of the day my hips have a welt where they dig in. My straight blue jeans have lost lots of their stretch and get saggy now quickly...and need a belt or constant hiking up. They are getting towards the end of their life. I am on a tight budget at the moment but I have decided the jeans need to be my next purchase. I can make do with existing shoes and boots for the next couple of months then reevaluate. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/april-30x30-week-three#post-1475209 Thu, 16 Apr 2015 02:46:23 +0000 carter 1475209@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Forgot to add that I did end up adding my dark taupe linen tunic today when I changed for work. Wore it with the BP bootcuts and the taupe sandals that were already in rotation this month. That brought me to 25. Also, the replacement for the ripped top came tonight, so I'll be adding that one back into to rotation, so that takes me up to 26. </p> <p>If I have the chance tomorrow (and can fish stuff out of the laundry basket) I need to photograph the items as a group to figure out what the last 4 items should be. I'm thinking 2 tops, a pair of pants and a pair of shoes, but I think I'll do best if I put off adding those as long as possible. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/april-30x30-week-three#post-1475186 Thu, 16 Apr 2015 01:55:54 +0000 carter 1475186@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Laura, one for one replacements are very appropriate. I'm looking at possibly 2 of them. This was never a deprivation challenge. To me, at least, it's been about understanding how I'm making use (or not) of my clothes and how many options I really need/want. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/april-30x30-week-three#post-1475164 Thu, 16 Apr 2015 01:21:58 +0000 Anonymous 1475164@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>One for one replacements are completely fine. I think all of us have done an amazing job of dressing using limited items. I am really proud. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/april-30x30-week-three#post-1475148 Thu, 16 Apr 2015 00:52:31 +0000 Laura (rhubarbgirl) 1475148@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Beautiful views, kiwigal; thanks for sharing! We are all kicking butt - high-fives to everyone. Yesterday I was feeling like I would never be able to make it the rest of the month, but then I sat down and wrote down all the combinations of tops and bottoms I haven't tried yet. It's not quite factorial; not everything works with everything else because of colors and proportions. But I came up with 15 or so new combinations, so enough for the rest of the challenge. I think it'll help to have it written down in my closet, for those days when I'm not feeling very inventive.</p> <p>I didn't think there'd be much wear and tear over just a month, so I didn't make any rules for myself about replacement items before I started.&nbsp; But I've already donated one shirt, one sweater really should be donated, and the top I'm wearing has a grease stain that I can't seem to get out (and the thing's only a month old, sigh). Do you guys think one-for-one replacements are OK as long as I note them? </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/april-30x30-week-three#post-1475140 Thu, 16 Apr 2015 00:31:29 +0000 Sal 1475140@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>All repeats here. Grey merino sweater, pink tank, black and white harems, pink sneakers.</p> <p>Day trip to beach with bonus pics of beach and me walking down from summit. It is stunning autumn weather today and had to take sweater off! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/april-30x30-week-three#post-1475055 Wed, 15 Apr 2015 21:44:03 +0000 Laura (rhubarbgirl) 1475055@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Carole, definitely join in if you want, there's no reason why you couldn't do the challenge April 16 - May 15 or whatever. </p> <p><b>Day 17:</b> magenta tee, gray jeans, black ankle boots, floral print jacket for when it's cooler. No new items. </p> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/april-30x30-week-three#post-1474998 Wed, 15 Apr 2015 19:38:44 +0000 Anonymous 1474998@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Welcome Carole. &nbsp;You would be welcome any time. &nbsp;So far it has been very doable. &nbsp;The challenge has been fluctuating weather. &nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/april-30x30-week-three#post-1474941 Wed, 15 Apr 2015 17:29:10 +0000 Carole 1474941@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>This is great...I'm going to have to join the fun next go around, or will there be one? Actually, 30 items for 30 days seems like it would be very doable! Great work! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/april-30x30-week-three#post-1474912 Wed, 15 Apr 2015 16:34:31 +0000 carter 1474912@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Yikes. I've been slack about checking in the past couple days.&nbsp; I think my last report was Sunday, April 12, so let's get up to date.</p> <p>April 13 (day 13): nothing but gear/dog walking clothes all day:-)</p> <p>April 14 (day 14): Gray Gap skimmers, white foxcroft sleeveless blouse (new), black AKS sandals</p> <p>April 15 (day 15): ON BF jeans, ON blue cotton sweater (new), black AKS sandals. I'll have to change for an appointment this afternoon. We'll see if I have to add anything new.</p> <p>As of today, I'm up to 24. I have ordered a replacement shirt for the one that ripped. If that comes soon, I will be able to add that back in. The tan sandals are in the donate bin.</p> <p>My numbers so far:</p> <p>6 bottoms</p> <p>10 tops</p> <p>4 layering pieces</p> <p>4 shoes (not counting the tan sandals I'm ditching)</p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/april-30x30-week-three#post-1474790 Wed, 15 Apr 2015 12:19:43 +0000 Anonymous 1474790@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p><b>Day 17 (April 15):</b></p> <p>Black dress pants (repeat); black and white stripped blouse (new item); black ballet flats (repeat); pearl earrings (repeat). &nbsp; Added in one new item. Total is 26. &nbsp;</p> <p> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/april-30x30-week-three#post-1474662 Wed, 15 Apr 2015 03:57:13 +0000 Sal 1474662@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Here is my capsule to date.</p> <p>Pic 1: Toppers x 5<br /> 2: Shirts, tees and tunics x 6<br /> 3: Jeans and Pants x 6<br /> 4: Layering pieces x 4. ( not worn alone but seen)<br /> 5: Footwear x 6</p> <p>Total 27.<br /> Not included - gym gear, raincoat, accessories, lingerie and socks. </p>