https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/best-closet-additions-of-2021 Style Advice for Fashion Lovers en-US Tue, 14 Apr 2026 20:20:08 +0000 http://bbpress.org/?v=1.0.2 q https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/search.php https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/best-closet-additions-of-2021/page/2#post-2253077 Thu, 24 Feb 2022 09:45:40 +0000 Stagiaire Fash 2253077@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>As posted earlier, most of my purchases last year were shoes or underwear. I’ll spare you the undies finds, but will say I’m quite happy with nearly all of them. On shoes, I am still into the red clog sandals but wear the flat white ones (bought basically as a placeholder after an extensive search) more. I love my “school shoes” too and wore them a bunch when it was warm out. Clothing-wise, my pinstriped jeans and golden plaid jacket are winners. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/best-closet-additions-of-2021/page/2#post-2253070 Thu, 24 Feb 2022 07:20:31 +0000 Anonymous 2253070@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Yes, any of my Islandic sweaters and especially a sweater dress have become workhorses. &nbsp;Marmot snow pants have been warm and valuable this snowy season. &nbsp; Velvet pieces have been a revelation. &nbsp;Warm but dressy they are wonderful additions. &nbsp;The jury is still out on a flannel shirt worn over a graphic tee. &nbsp;The casualness and warmth are fine but I find this combination a bit too masculine for me. &nbsp;I am happy with most of my full length pants for winter. &nbsp;These were mostly consignment buys as was about everything added to the cold weather wardrobe. &nbsp;Another instant workhorse was white Sorel-like Ryka snow boots with faux fur letting and toggle closure for laces. &nbsp;They are very light weight and comfortable for long walks. They were a steal at Nordstrom Rack. &nbsp; Now I am looking at spring/summer refreshers but it may be too early yet as it is snowy and cold. &nbsp;The &nbsp;snowiest months are ahead of us. &nbsp;I did replace grey snake flats with a pair with ankle straps. &nbsp;</p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/best-closet-additions-of-2021/page/2#post-2253064 Thu, 24 Feb 2022 06:46:25 +0000 Neha Jangid 2253064@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>No matter how much I think transforms my style every new year. I end up making little to no changes.&nbsp;<br />I really want to dress up stylishly. Does anyone have any advice on how can I pull off a stunning look every day?<br />Btw, I liked the collection shared by Angie a lot. I tried to click on the website showing on her profile as well hoping to be landed on the amazing collection she shared. But that didn't happen.<br />Angie, if you're reading the comment. Do share your website link for me. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/best-closet-additions-of-2021/page/2#post-2249355 Mon, 24 Jan 2022 23:57:52 +0000 Style Fan 2249355@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>This is a great thread! All of the 17 pieces I added to my closet in 2021 were winners. That is not always the case!<br />The rich earth tones seem to be easier to find. A lot of the colours I like were available at retail, which made me very happy. I need to stock up.</p> <p>Some of the big winners were:</p> <p>Terracotta down bomber - Lululemon<br />Burnt orange linen shirt - Power of My People<br />Burnt Sienna cotton cardigan - Tradlands<br />Brown plaid shirt - Power of My People </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/best-closet-additions-of-2021#post-2249228 Mon, 24 Jan 2022 00:12:11 +0000 Garden Fairy 2249228@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>What a fun thread! Loved reading about everyone's favourite additions. </p> <p>2021 was a year of WFH, camping, and casual summer roadtrips for me. My best purchases for the year came, surprisingly, from Old Navy - lots of workhorses.</p> <p> The tie-die blue dress from ON scratches all my summer boho itches, and has pockets! </p> <p>The warm brown cords are comfy and satisfied my craving for earth tones, and go well with the blues and jewel tones I tend to wear closer to my face. </p> <p>For footwear, the Josef Seibel chelsea boots were an instant workhorse. Most of my recsnt footwear purchases have been JS - they have a timeless style with unbeatable quality, and work well for my style, my fussy feet and walking lifestyle. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/best-closet-additions-of-2021#post-2249227 Mon, 24 Jan 2022 00:06:19 +0000 Roberta 2249227@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>This is a great thread! My humble contribution:</p> <p>By far my big performer is the Bedhead pajamas with the wee animals, which I wear most nights. Such lovely soft cotton and they wash brilliantly.</p> <p>Next in line is my French Connection non-down puffer which is my winter coat most days. Its pockets zip, so I can securely carry my phone and keys and skip a bag. It's more white than the image, and I love the cheeky orange lining.</p> <p>But speaking of purses, a friend gave me this velvet Longchamp bag, and I carried it every day for six months. I doubted its utility, but it is so light and roomy, and goes with everything. I use a wristlet to corral little items because there is no inner pocket. </p> <p>Last, my white Sorel Phoenix boots. Super comfortable, smart looking, easy to get on and off. </p> <p>Interesting that three out of four are white. Have to think about that. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/best-closet-additions-of-2021#post-2249210 Sun, 23 Jan 2022 20:26:36 +0000 Angie 2249210@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p><b>Suz,</b> you are right! Fun to see.</p> <p><b>SlimCat</b>, you look gorgeous </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/best-closet-additions-of-2021#post-2249189 Sun, 23 Jan 2022 15:08:00 +0000 Carla 2249189@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Me too Suz! &nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/best-closet-additions-of-2021#post-2249164 Sun, 23 Jan 2022 04:42:23 +0000 Suz 2249164@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p><b>Slim cat,</b> you look amazing in that outfit -- love it!&nbsp;</p> <p>I'm really enjoying seeing everyone's favourites. It's quite easy to see a person's core style from those alone!&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/best-closet-additions-of-2021#post-2249162 Sun, 23 Jan 2022 03:42:18 +0000 Jenn 2249162@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I was really surprised looking back at my 2021 purchases and realizing how thoroughly some of them have been integrated into my wardrobe already.&nbsp;</p> <ol> <li>My Warp&amp;Weft wideleg jeans were bought in April and I've already worn them a whopping 88 times.</li> <li>2021's full-length jeans were from Universal Standard. Bought in February, they have 58 wears.</li> <li>My Bed Stu Artemis sandals were purchased in April and have racked up 62 wears.</li> <li>Though I got my leather mini-backpack as an experiment in April (and in the hopes that trips outside the house would be more common than they turned out to be), it's still been out 37 times.</li> <li>Apparently I really needed skater sneakers, because I've worn the &nbsp;Cariumas 46 times, just since&nbsp;<i>November.</i></li> <li>Honorable mentions go to my Vetta sweatshirt and Duluth flannel, which both have wear counts in the 20s since June and October, respectively</li> </ol> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/best-closet-additions-of-2021#post-2249159 Sun, 23 Jan 2022 03:05:26 +0000 DonnaF 2249159@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Scrolling through my Finds, gotta say my silver glittery Crocs are my most worn since I use them as slippers at home plus I can wear them outside to pick up the mail and newspaper. Next, I throw the gray cardigan over a lot and it BUTTONS which makes it warmer. The swacket below is also useful due to the two way zipper.</p> <p>I needed a shorter wide black belt. The large green tote is great for Nordstrom returns. And the fisherman style slides and heels are what I wear to work in the warmest temps. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/best-closet-additions-of-2021#post-2249148 Sun, 23 Jan 2022 02:27:40 +0000 Jaime 2249148@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Hmm, love this thread and feel redetermined to catalog my wardrobe. Two additions that have delighted me are my JPG jeans and my lace up combat boots. I have added two special coats but have not shown them yet. Probably other summer related things I can't remember right now. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/best-closet-additions-of-2021#post-2249113 Sat, 22 Jan 2022 19:48:28 +0000 nemosmom 2249113@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Great additions, Carla! I love your burgundy especially!!</p> <p>Nearly half of my new bits were essential replacements, and I am really enjoying them all. </p> <p>Instant workhorses: turtlenecks! They have become my winter version of a tshirt. </p> <p>I focused a lot on texture this year. Bits in suede, felted wool, marled knits, and tweed have been in high rotation. </p> <p>Found a HEWI boot - a weatherproof chelsea without zippers that isn’t suede, and isn’t polished. They already have 62 wears since I got them late Fall. I may duplicate them - they are SOOO good. </p> <p>I lemming’d the Aritzia shacket from LisaP. Instant love for the extra structure it adds as an indoor topper. </p> <p>My winter hat collection has been really fun - especially the flat cap with quilted interior. I wear them indoors, too! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/best-closet-additions-of-2021#post-2249104 Sat, 22 Jan 2022 17:49:02 +0000 Irina 2249104@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Great additions, Carla! Wishing you a successful 2022!<div>I wrote about mine and still think that +J collection from Uniqlo is one of my best purchases. Right now I wear my winter Converse high tops and very happy I bought them. A Marimekko dress was my wild card , bought it late last summer and only wore it 3 times but enjoyed it.</div> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/best-closet-additions-of-2021#post-2249097 Sat, 22 Jan 2022 16:37:39 +0000 Janet 2249097@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Good point to include eyewear — I’d have to say last year was a winner for me in that regard too. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/best-closet-additions-of-2021#post-2249091 Sat, 22 Jan 2022 15:52:04 +0000 Angie 2249091@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>How fun to everyone's fun additions! I recognize many of them.</p> <p>I had one of my best shopping years ever in 2021. LOVE all my stuff and am very grateful :)</p> <p>These were my standouts (which is most of it!). Wardrobe essentials and statement items in the mix! Classics and trends in the mix! Neutrals and non-neutrals in the mix! Solids and patterns in the mix!&nbsp;</p> <p>White jeans are torn in the stock photo, but not in person. Leather converse hi-tops are custom-made with YLF embroidery and gold eyelets.</p> <p>At the very top of BEST items for 2021 are my specs and Hugo Boss suit.</p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/best-closet-additions-of-2021#post-2249069 Sat, 22 Jan 2022 08:23:10 +0000 rachylou 2249069@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>This was my best purchase and everyone’s favorite—even tho I did a hack job on the alterations. I just had the buttons moved. I’m thinking of going back for the full monty. I also got a blue and white qulited jacket that’s pretty useful for not being a long puffy </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/best-closet-additions-of-2021#post-2249059 Sat, 22 Jan 2022 05:47:16 +0000 Bijou 2249059@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>My most useful and in constant use purchases were the cropped white cotton shirt (from Zara), olive chinos (Mother denim) and new black sunglasses (Chanel). My favourite purchase was my Moschino sneakers, they are super comfy, glam and fun. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/best-closet-additions-of-2021#post-2249058 Sat, 22 Jan 2022 04:37:14 +0000 Brooklyn 2249058@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>You are so good at picking wardrobe winners!</p> <p>I did pretty good last year too.</p> <p>In terms of workhorses, my favourite has been a Basque tiered skirt that I’ve worn repeatedly since Spring (and am wearing today). I love it so much and wish I had duplicated it (sold out now).</p> <p>But perhaps my favourite purchases were my teal velvet flares and a reddish coloured asymmetric skirt from Joseph (both of which I would classify as wardrobe icons). </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/best-closet-additions-of-2021#post-2249057 Sat, 22 Jan 2022 04:35:33 +0000 slim cat 2249057@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>My best 2 items came from T Tahari - black skirt with mesh overlay from Rack and chambray jacket in charcoal ( with some shine to the fabric ) from Ross. Both are easily washable, suitable for work and being neutral in color go with everything. <br /> Your merlot puffer is perfect in color and style - great find. <br /> Fun read with all new pieces in everyone's collection  . </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/best-closet-additions-of-2021#post-2249040 Fri, 21 Jan 2022 23:10:38 +0000 Suz 2249040@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Carla, it's significant and not surprising that the merlot puffer made the cut. An essential in a colour like this is a brilliant way to pep up a winter wardrobe and so appreciated when the weather stays inclement.&nbsp;</p> <p>I have found that with silvery hair, I really like patterned items to include white (or light grey or a cool cream). It makes a huge difference to cohesion of outfits. That might also be true for you, especially since you wear white denim in summer as I do.&nbsp;</p> <p>My best purchases were not necessarily the most worn items. My favourite was the Kate Hewko skirt.&nbsp;</p> <p>Except for my fails (noted in <a rel="nofollow" href="https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/famous-last-words-forehead-slaps">Helena's</a> post) most of my purchases were real winners and got a lot of wear. But it's not surprising because most were replacement essentials. Standout surprises, all bought on significant discount.&nbsp;</p> <p>Hibiscus sneakers from Ecco. I love red footwear and with Superfeet, these are great walking shoes for me. I bought a second pair for when the first pair wear out!&nbsp;</p> <p>Linen shirt from M&amp;S: the pattern is fun and bright and I like the coverage from the sun in a hot-weather item.&nbsp;</p> <p>Leopard print V neck merino from Lord &amp; Taylor, one of the Bay's last few L&amp;T items. This is a total workhorse that I only threw in at the last minute with another order, doubtful the V would work. But it's modest enough that it does work and I cannot get enough of this sweater.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/best-closet-additions-of-2021#post-2249037 Fri, 21 Jan 2022 21:52:17 +0000 Stagiaire Fash 2249037@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Like you, I’d have a hard time choosing ;)<br /> Right now I’m pretty into my newest 2 pairs of shoes, but I’m happy with my red clog sandals too, and my “school shoes”. Last year was so long, I have a hard time remembering what happened at the beginning. Some of the undies I got are favorites, and the esprit swimsuits seem like they will hold up for a long time, besides being flattering and staying in place well. But I love the inimmissimi tops as well. Just don’t make me spell their name! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/best-closet-additions-of-2021#post-2249036 Fri, 21 Jan 2022 21:49:33 +0000 Sal 2249036@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>New workhorses/best buys</p> <p>- floral dress- go to for summer occasions<br /> -denim jacket- solved summer layering problem<br /> - denim shirt - trans seasonal winner - perfect to pack if going away<br /> - rust cords- inspiring me to make my winter style more textured and colourful<br /> - tan bag - worn and worn all year<br /> - ribcage Levi’s - love them<br /> - black rollies - perfect work shoes<br /> - floral blouse - go to for winter dinners<br /> -blue blouse- worn all year, the perfect essential with a twist</p> <p>Old pieces that came into their own<br /> - mint linen blouse<br /> - white jeans that I cut off<br /> - terracotta culottes<br /> - braided sandals - worn more this summer than previous.</p> <p>Good question Carla! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/best-closet-additions-of-2021#post-2249031 Fri, 21 Jan 2022 21:05:21 +0000 RoseandJoan 2249031@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I mostly added to my gear wardrobe last year but did have a couple of purchases which I am loving wearing.</p> <p>The first is a One Hundred Stars Kimono which has elevated a jeans and tee and dressed down a little black dress. I really love the colours and fabric of this one plus the way it wafts when I walk.</p> <p>The second was midi cotton mock wrap skirt on deep discount from Humanoid. This is a definite summer piece and summer in Scotland is short so there's not been many wears but it will be my go to when the mercury rises </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/best-closet-additions-of-2021#post-2249030 Fri, 21 Jan 2022 20:56:29 +0000 Bonnie 2249030@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Good idea! I overbought tops in 2020, so I added mostly jackets, shoes, and pants in 2021. The overalls and balloon pants have gotten lots of wears and are fun to wear. The slides have been worn every day as slippers. The Ecco sport sandals are perfect for long walks, the mustard sneakers bookend tops and toppers already in my wardrobe, and the white sneakers are replacements and go with my white pants and tops.The black jacket looks great worn over many of my knits, and the purple puffer is in constant rotation for walks and casual outings. I had a good shopping year and feel better about the state of my wardrobe than ever.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/best-closet-additions-of-2021#post-2249026 Fri, 21 Jan 2022 20:32:02 +0000 Cardiff girl 2249026@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>These all look like great additions to people’s wardrobes.My most unexpected bringer of wardrobe Joy last year was a pair of leather slides fromUgg..They made me feel modern and in touch but were also very useful and comfortable .So what if l only wore them in my own back garden,my feet felt fabulous! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/best-closet-additions-of-2021#post-2249023 Fri, 21 Jan 2022 19:53:18 +0000 JAileen 2249023@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I bought these shoes in 2021…I think. &nbsp;Really, the past couple years are indistinguishable in my mind. &nbsp;I bought these Teva water sandals for summer bike riding. &nbsp;Carla, you scared me from wearing open toed sandals. &nbsp;Regular sneakers were too warm. &nbsp;Like Goldilocks, these shoes are just right. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/best-closet-additions-of-2021#post-2249022 Fri, 21 Jan 2022 19:15:01 +0000 cat2 2249022@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>After some trial and error I figured out cold weather walking togs that don’t make me feel like a giant puffy rectangle. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/best-closet-additions-of-2021#post-2249019 Fri, 21 Jan 2022 19:00:18 +0000 LaPed 2249019@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Great question! I had a lot of wins last year, now that I think about it. Off the top of my head, my top three are: </p> <ul> <li>Brushed linen POMP shirt (hard to describe how incredible this fabric is -- soft, tweedy, drapey -- more like chamois or flannel than typical summerweight linen)</li> <li>Washed black high-rise bootcuts from Madewell (perfect fit, perfect colour!)</li> <li>Pale blue Everlane anorak (lightweight coat that fits over anything and somehow looks right with just about everything)</li> </ul> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/best-closet-additions-of-2021#post-2249018 Fri, 21 Jan 2022 18:59:56 +0000 Janet 2249018@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>My MVPs of last year are mostly neutral, and especially notable for the addition of grey back into my wardrobe as my hair color has changed, skewing much cooler with the grey. These are my most-worn new items. In particular, the sandals, plaid coat, and Bao Bao backpack have proven to be new favorites. </p>