https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/article-on-minimalist-wardrobe Style Advice for Fashion Lovers en-US Sun, 03 May 2026 04:53:10 +0000 http://bbpress.org/?v=1.0.2 q https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/search.php https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/article-on-minimalist-wardrobe#post-1438298 Fri, 06 Feb 2015 21:58:12 +0000 Lisa 1438298@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>A great article, thanks for sharing! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/article-on-minimalist-wardrobe#post-1437880 Fri, 06 Feb 2015 01:43:47 +0000 Carla 1437880@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Reasonable and rationale. Thanks for sharing. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/article-on-minimalist-wardrobe#post-1437859 Fri, 06 Feb 2015 00:04:24 +0000 crutcher 1437859@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Thanks for sharing this article...I am having fun with this concept and all of the information that I can find to add to my understanding, all the better... </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/article-on-minimalist-wardrobe#post-1437768 Thu, 05 Feb 2015 19:25:16 +0000 Anonymous 1437768@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I think it's good to be reminded that we shouldn't allow ourselves to get carried away with systems such as&nbsp;color, figure flattery or what have you. We should enjoy fashion; not be a slave to it. I started breaking a lot of rules for petites because I found them too restrictive. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/article-on-minimalist-wardrobe#post-1437734 Thu, 05 Feb 2015 18:12:57 +0000 Susie 1437734@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>YES. I so agree. I don't want to wear a color that makes me look sickly but there is no way that I am going to limit myself to a group of colors that some system says are "my" colors. And I'm not going to wear colors that I just don't like even if I might look good in them (looking at you pastel pink.)</p> <p>Today I am wearing slouchy pants and a rather oversized sweater. Probably not the best choice for my shape but hopefully just flattering enough. I am so grateful to Angie for that concept because if I love something, I'm going to wear it even if it's not on the list of items approved for apples!</p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/article-on-minimalist-wardrobe#post-1437679 Thu, 05 Feb 2015 16:05:09 +0000 Marlene 1437679@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>What I liked about the article was that it made me feel OK to not stress about it too much. &nbsp;Which shade of blue? &nbsp;How long are the sleeves? &nbsp;Do I look taller? &nbsp;It really puts the focus back on having fun with fashion. &nbsp;Just having and keeping the items that you really like and enjoy wearing. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/article-on-minimalist-wardrobe#post-1437654 Thu, 05 Feb 2015 14:57:03 +0000 Helena 1437654@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Golden, that's it exactly - I am prone to obsession with these systems because I want to get it right. I don't know on what planet the exact right shade of pink is going to suddenly transform me into Angelina Jolie, but it's not this one!! They are great tools to help when something seems off, but as a general principal, I am thinking&nbsp;these systems try to make science out of art, so to speak. Go with what you love!! I'll try to do the same </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/article-on-minimalist-wardrobe#post-1437650 Thu, 05 Feb 2015 14:47:13 +0000 Golden 1437650@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Toronto girl~ I love that part you posted. I always feel like I am trying to determine the best colors for me or what shape of clothing for my body type (although mainly the color). I love that she states the vast majority of colors will look fine and your body is what it is! I need to remember this when I am trying to fit myself into a season that I may not clearly fit and just go with what I love. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/article-on-minimalist-wardrobe#post-1437068 Wed, 04 Feb 2015 13:32:13 +0000 Helena 1437068@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I love this! My favorite part: <p><i>Here’s the thing: Particularly in recent years we have all been so inundated with typology-based advice, from various fruit-inspired body shape theories to super in-depth colour analysis quizzes, that the idea that only a small set of clothes and colours works for each person&nbsp;has become widely accepted. And that’s pretty sad I think. Sure, there may be a handful of colours that each one of use looks a little more tired in and a few that we look a little better in, but the vast majority of shades will look just fine. The same goes for shapes/silhouettes: Yes, a few extreme cuts may make you look a little more bottom-heavy or perhaps 2 pound lighter, but your body is what it is and clothes won’t magically change that.</i></p> <p><i>If something is your style and you love it, I believe you should wear it, regardless of whether it supposedly ‘flatters’ your body or doesn’t. Plus, if we are being honest, ‘to flatter’ almost always means ‘makes you look thinner’, and that definitely shouldn’t be your prime objective when it comes to getting dressed.</i></p> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/article-on-minimalist-wardrobe#post-1436850 Wed, 04 Feb 2015 01:07:30 +0000 K.M. 1436850@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Thank you for sharing. What a great post and a great blog all around. I'm already clicking away on her further links, all of which are very helpful! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/article-on-minimalist-wardrobe#post-1436745 Tue, 03 Feb 2015 21:34:30 +0000 Anonymous 1436745@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>This is indeed a great summary! Thanks for posting the link. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/article-on-minimalist-wardrobe#post-1436743 Tue, 03 Feb 2015 21:31:32 +0000 Caro in Oz 1436743@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p><i>&nbsp;</i>Interesting, thanks Marlene this sums it up for me.<span><i></p> <p>"The whole idea of minimalism and minimalist wardrobes is to escape the one-size-fits-all mentality of fashion magazines and their “10 things every woman needs in her wardrobe” lists, and to start using a more individual approach."&nbsp;<br /></i><i><br /></i></span><i><br /></i> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/article-on-minimalist-wardrobe#post-1436697 Tue, 03 Feb 2015 20:16:21 +0000 Anonymous 1436697@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Oh, thanks Marlene. Great link and very interesting. It makes a great deal of sense. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/article-on-minimalist-wardrobe#post-1436686 Tue, 03 Feb 2015 19:59:38 +0000 unfrumped 1436686@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Great link and summary!<br /> This really hits home-/ not sure why THIS as opposed to all the parts and pieces but it sure resonates better!<br /> Not because of permission for " bigger" but because its about getting in touch with what you as sn individual really need. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/article-on-minimalist-wardrobe#post-1436678 Tue, 03 Feb 2015 19:42:32 +0000 Gaylene 1436678@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>This article exactly captures my thoughts on wardrobe-building--call it minimalist, edited, transformative, French, or whatever--because, it just seems like a smart, conscientious approach to answering all those debates about big vs. small, neutrals vs. colorful, essentials vs. statements, responsible consumerism, flattery, and a host of other questions we talk about on the forum. </p> <p>Thanks for the link, Marlene. And maybe send it to Inge so it doesn't get lost in the shuffle? </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/article-on-minimalist-wardrobe#post-1436535 Tue, 03 Feb 2015 15:45:43 +0000 Marlene 1436535@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>A bit more on her definition of minimaiism &nbsp;<a rel="nofollow" href="http://into-mind.com/2013/08/11/simple-living-vs-calvin-klein-defining-the-minimalist-approach/">http://into-mind.com/2013/08/1.....-approach/</a> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/article-on-minimalist-wardrobe#post-1436522 Tue, 03 Feb 2015 15:37:33 +0000 Marlene 1436522@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>This article sums up the concept of Minimalist Wardrobe quite nicely. &nbsp;I'm happy to see it laid out like this because the idea of minimalism has so many interpretations. &nbsp;I know so many people that live like minimalists but do not meet the image of what we see in the media. &nbsp;I am pleased to see that minimalism has nothing to do with a certain number of items or colors or deprivation or body shape. &nbsp;Its a philosophy. &nbsp;<a rel="nofollow" href="http://into-mind.com/2015/02/03/minimalist-wardrobe-faq-common-pitfalls-how-to-get-started/">http://into-mind.com/2015/02/0.....t-started/</a> </p>