https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ask-angie-where-to-start Style Advice for Fashion Lovers en-US Wed, 08 Apr 2026 15:01:00 +0000 http://bbpress.org/?v=1.0.2 q https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/search.php https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ask-angie-where-to-start#post-1182119 Sun, 02 Mar 2014 03:45:09 +0000 normal chaos 1182119@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Yes, scrubs are the mainstay. I have those, athletic clothes, some business casual&nbsp; and everyday run with the kids casual. I need to look into the free shipping/returns. Thanks. </p> <p></p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ask-angie-where-to-start#post-1181907 Sat, 01 Mar 2014 22:47:25 +0000 jacquez 1181907@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I hate shopping in stores, so when I was rebuilding a wardrobe after 2 kids + running changed my body, what I did is find places w. free shipping &amp; returns, made a list of what I needed,&nbsp;and ordered basically everything that caught my eye that could plausibly fulfill the needs. &nbsp;I tried it all on, alone &amp; in combos, wrote down (and kept) what worked, and wrote down (and returned) what didn't. &nbsp;</p> <p>This took me a few months, but at the end of it, at least I liked and wore almost everything. &nbsp;Had a few bobbles -- there's a sweater that for the life of me I can't seem to ever wear, for example -- but mostly that worked out great. &nbsp;It also means that I have a list of what cuts fit me, so I know that when I need to replace (for example)&nbsp;my jeans, I can just order the 312s from The Limited and not worry about it. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ask-angie-where-to-start#post-1181786 Sat, 01 Mar 2014 19:37:22 +0000 Angie 1181786@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Welcome, NC.&nbsp;</p> <p>The ladies have offered excellent advice. When you can upload pics, lets assess your body type and take it from there. Since you're a nurse, I assume you wear scrubs to work. Is that right? </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ask-angie-where-to-start#post-1181779 Sat, 01 Mar 2014 19:29:31 +0000 kerry 1181779@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>You only need to be a member for 3 days and actively post to upload and see others' pictures. Cheers! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ask-angie-where-to-start#post-1181778 Sat, 01 Mar 2014 19:28:27 +0000 normal chaos 1181778@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Thanks for the suggestions. I am trying to read and come up with a plan for my existing closet for a week long conference with limited time </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ask-angie-where-to-start#post-1181441 Sat, 01 Mar 2014 07:24:00 +0000 CocoLion 1181441@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Hi and welcome to the forum! &nbsp;I don't think anyone fits one body type. &nbsp;We are all a blend and mix of things.</p> <p>I think the best way to start is to spend some time reading Angie's articles from her blog. &nbsp;Here are some I recommend.</p> <p><a rel="nofollow" href="http://youlookfab.com/2013/05/31/five-reasons-to-evolve-your-style/">http://youlookfab.com/2013/05/.....our-style/</a></p> <p><a rel="nofollow" href="http://youlookfab.com/category/strategies/wardrobe-planning/">http://youlookfab.com/2012/08/.....ssentials/</a></p> <p><a rel="nofollow" href="http://youlookfab.com/2012/09/07/three-wardrobe-capsule-archetypes/">http://youlookfab.com/2012/09/.....rchetypes/</a></p> <p><a rel="nofollow" href="http://youlookfab.com/2012/08/21/10-great-things-about-a-closet-review/">http://youlookfab.com/2012/08/.....et-review/</a></p> <p><a rel="nofollow" href="http://youlookfab.com/2013/07/23/the-small-non-mix-and-match-wardrobe/">http://youlookfab.com/2013/07/.....-wardrobe/</a></p> <p><a rel="nofollow" href="http://youlookfab.com/2013/09/05/how-to-wear-colours-that-dont-love-you-back/">http://youlookfab.com/2013/09/.....-you-back/</a></p> <p>I also suggest&nbsp;reading, participating and commenting in the forum. &nbsp;I think you will pick up quite a bit doing that.&nbsp;</p> <p>Hope that's helpful.</p> <p> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ask-angie-where-to-start#post-1181433 Sat, 01 Mar 2014 06:43:01 +0000 Deborah 1181433@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Welcome! We can't post pics until we become an active member. If I recall it's just a week or two of participating and then up you can post pics:). </p> <p>The girls above have given you great advice. I can only add that this is a wonderful, non judgmental and fun place to embark on your style journey. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ask-angie-where-to-start#post-1181417 Sat, 01 Mar 2014 05:55:37 +0000 normal chaos 1181417@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Thanks for the encouragement. I have struggled with suggested rules for&nbsp; a long time as I do not fit a specific category and some of the rules contradict other rules. Small technical challenge- how do I post a picture? I don't see an attachment key. Thanks.</p> <p></p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ask-angie-where-to-start#post-1181399 Sat, 01 Mar 2014 04:51:25 +0000 Suz 1181399@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Welcome!!</p> <p>Angie always recommends starting with:&nbsp;</p> <p>A good bra fitting. Make sure your under layer is working for you!&nbsp;</p> <p>A great hair cut if you have not changed your style in some time.&nbsp;</p> <p>New specs (if you wear those.)&nbsp;</p> <p>And go from there!&nbsp;</p> <p>It's an adventure. I started from scratch a few years ago and am still building a wardrobe, but at this point I have a very workable closet that takes me to almost everything I want to do without too many of those horrible moments where you stare into it wondering <b>WHAT</b> on earth you can put on to feel good.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ask-angie-where-to-start#post-1181386 Sat, 01 Mar 2014 04:33:39 +0000 Adelfa 1181386@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Second Caro's thought. I lurked for a year and a half before I was brave enough to post a photo, but I learned so much once I started, and it really helped me to figure out what to buy and what to pass on. People are gentle. It helps if you can ask a specific question like:</p> <p>1. Should I keep or return this item?<br />2. Is this version or that version better?<br />3. What would be a good topper for this outfit?</p> <p>You get the idea! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ask-angie-where-to-start#post-1181345 Sat, 01 Mar 2014 03:30:21 +0000 Caro in Oz 1181345@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Not Angie but welcome.&nbsp;<br />Do you have an outfit you love &amp; feel good in? Or do you see any looks that you are drawn to?&nbsp;Have a look&nbsp;through the archives here - there is SO much great information. Angie's mom on the go looks could be a great place to start.&nbsp;When you can, nothing beats posting photos &amp; asking for feedback </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ask-angie-where-to-start#post-1181336 Sat, 01 Mar 2014 03:11:46 +0000 normal chaos 1181336@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Hi! I&nbsp;am happy to come across your blog. &nbsp;I am mom and a nurse who dreads shopping. It is time consuming and frustrating as I get overwhelmed walking into stores, trying to find something that fits my unique body that is multiuse,&nbsp;comfortable and presentable. I end up&nbsp;purchasing way too much stuff(by my standards)&nbsp;that I think works, but really doesn't and then I am at&nbsp;square one again.&nbsp;I think that I might be a pear/ rectangle, but I am not sure as a beginning step. I welcome your guidance. Thanks.</p> <p></p>