https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/by-the-numbers-fw-review-and-some-discoveries Style Advice for Fashion Lovers en-US Sun, 03 May 2026 00:41:37 +0000 http://bbpress.org/?v=1.0.2 q https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/search.php https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/by-the-numbers-fw-review-and-some-discoveries/page/2#post-1468998 Mon, 06 Apr 2015 11:28:19 +0000 harmonica 1468998@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Love your reasoning, Suz! Thanks! Especially interesting to follow you winter style since we live in similar climates. It is hard to keep up the happiness and style quotient when the temps are going down and the wind is howling. Or it is just dark, dark, dark and icy &amp; slushy all over. You look beautiful no matter, but its important to feel it from inside, too. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/by-the-numbers-fw-review-and-some-discoveries/page/2#post-1468944 Mon, 06 Apr 2015 08:30:36 +0000 RoseandJoan 1468944@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>A think you have identified&nbsp;a comfortable stylish loungewear capsule is in order. I know you have rebuilt your wardrobe from scratch Suz and inevitably this leads to items being purchased which have to work within several capsules but as times moves on I think it is natural to become more specific with our wardrobes.</p> <p>After Ruby the puppy entered our lives last summer my loungewear, casual wear items suddenly became a priority. I have purchased quite a few items from Hush which fits my requirements. the only trouble is I now wish to wear these clothes all. of. the. time!</p> <p><a href="https://www.hush-uk.com/looks_1" rel="nofollow">https://www.hush-uk.com/looks_1</a></p> </p> <p>This cardigan has been my ultimate workhorse </p> <p></p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/by-the-numbers-fw-review-and-some-discoveries/page/2#post-1468764 Sun, 05 Apr 2015 22:04:22 +0000 Vicki 1468764@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>You've done your homework, Suz, and not only will you be excellent at school, you'll continue to look stylish and modern in any setting. </p> <p>I'm impressed with your number crunching and in seeing your photos, and hearing your lament on all the jeans wearings, what I see is variety in the wearing of them. You have such nice pieces, in topper form and sweaters, that you make your signature look unique. </p> <p>Still, I see your desire for a way to add an interesting edge to this formula, and I love Angie's examples to find one-off Suz classics to keep you happy. </p> <p>I can't wait to hear more about the school project coming up in your life. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/by-the-numbers-fw-review-and-some-discoveries/page/2#post-1468753 Sun, 05 Apr 2015 21:19:07 +0000 Anonymous 1468753@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Suz - I haven't read through everything, but I have seen lined version of jogger type pants and I wondered if they would work for your climate&nbsp;(assuming you can get Athleta in Canada):</p> <p><a rel="nofollow" href="http://athleta.gap.com/browse/search.do?searchText=lined#style=224">http://athleta.gap.com/browse/.....#style=224</a></p> <p>Carolyn on Un-fancy.com has mentioned wool joggers as well but I'm not sure where she got them from.&nbsp;</p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/by-the-numbers-fw-review-and-some-discoveries/page/2#post-1468750 Sun, 05 Apr 2015 21:14:53 +0000 CocoLion 1468750@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Hi Suz! &nbsp;Like Beth Ann I have felt behind on the forum. &nbsp;There's a decades challenge going on? &nbsp;Must check this out.</p> <p>As I read your post, I found myself nodding in agreement with all of it. &nbsp;Like you, I seek comfort in my at home capsule, yet want to stand out somewhat when the occasion calls for it. &nbsp;As I look forward, my needs are for fewer smart casual outfits, more stay at home casual, and a few more dressy events like the Opera. &nbsp;Therefore, I am stopping myself from purchasing too many more smart casual outfits, and focusing on adding a few more dresses as well as more at-home wear.</p> <p>For at home wear, my approach has been to focus on quality. &nbsp;I have a large number of Vince sweaters that are perfectly cozy yet have some style. &nbsp;I have good jeans, and good tops to go with the jeans and sweaters. &nbsp;This has been my big lesson. &nbsp;If these clothes get worn the most, then I'm not going to be thrifty. &nbsp;I also spend more at the dry cleaners. &nbsp;Instead of hand-washing, I bring things to the cleaners, because the clothes will look good longer. &nbsp;It's still a relatively small price to pay to feel better about how I look at home. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/by-the-numbers-fw-review-and-some-discoveries/page/2#post-1468745 Sun, 05 Apr 2015 20:55:17 +0000 Ann in New England 1468745@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Suz, much of what you say applies to me, as I work from home several days a week. My favorite work from home outfit this winter was a charcoal Eileen Fisher cotton/merino dress and fleece leggings. I can change out the look pretty easily with scarves of various colors. But the footwear thing just threw it all off. So I get what you are saying.</p> <p>We need to bring the fashion footwear industry into this thread so that we can create slipper capsules. I wear my faux uggs so much that I can totally justify splurging on real uggs next year -- but I don't really care for how they look. Beyond that, they are exactly what I need. So what's the alternative? </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/by-the-numbers-fw-review-and-some-discoveries/page/2#post-1468630 Sun, 05 Apr 2015 14:34:26 +0000 dakotacheryl 1468630@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I forgot to type...</p> <p>I bought a felted wool skirt from Eileen Fisher, that, when worn with fleece lined tights (I preferred footless as they stayed up better), wool socks and my boots, were just as warm as pants and looked a lot more stylish. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/by-the-numbers-fw-review-and-some-discoveries/page/2#post-1468612 Sun, 05 Apr 2015 13:14:06 +0000 Elizabeth P 1468612@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I also read this yesterday wehn I had no time/energy to digest, so am popping back now to comment.&nbsp; Not sure I can even do such a great piece of anazasis justice, but I do have soem random thoughts in my head that might help, so here they are... in no particular order.</p> <p>1.&nbsp; Well, the first and most important thought is that you do need to rest assured that you have an amazing style.&nbsp; Just look at the photos you chose... no matter what they are illustrating, you look fantastic.</p> <p>2.&nbsp; I hear ya on the winter thing, you know you have my total understanding and empathy.</p> <p>3.&nbsp; I'm blown away that you wore those two sweaters 30+ times.&nbsp; I think that no matter how much I loved something, wearing it that much in one season would make me sick of it.&nbsp; So I think you should figure out what you liked about those pieces so much, and duplicate or triplicate, but in a different way.... so you get the love and function, but a different look.</p> <p>4.&nbsp; It's hard for me to relate to the working at home thing, because I don't.&nbsp; And I'm still one to change into lounge wear the second I walk through the door.&nbsp; But I do think that wearing the same things to work in all day, as well as go out in during the day or the evening, would get tiring.&nbsp; I think the idea of a lounge capsule, that FEELS good might be worth persuing.&nbsp; Then when you get changed to do errands, or whatever, your casual clothes feel more new and fresh to you, not same old same old.&nbsp; I love the chance to put on jeans and a nice casual sweater, becasue it's NOT every day that I get to.&nbsp; </p> <p>5.&nbsp; I know that for me, it's hard to have interesting basics.&nbsp; I seem to feel that if I have a basic piecs, they can't be too interesting because they have to go with everything, and in order to have the edgy piece or interesting piece, I end up with too much... the basic AS WELL AS the interesting.&nbsp; I need to get over this.&nbsp; Do you? </p> <p>OK, that's it for now.. if I don't post I'm afraid I'll lose this!</p> <p> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/by-the-numbers-fw-review-and-some-discoveries/page/2#post-1468610 Sun, 05 Apr 2015 13:04:05 +0000 Staysfit 1468610@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Suz, i don't have time to read everyone's responses this morning so forgive me if I'm repeating. I admire your diligence in tracking your wears! I have intended to do this, but have yet to be successful. It seems too time consuming for my busy life. Your analysis is wonderful and I can clearly understand your dilemma. </p> <p>I may not be the best person to offer suggestions as I wear jeans almost everyday year round and have around 40 pairs. I have never become tired of wearing them for some reason. I also haven't had the concern that they are too casual for my lifestyle, and I am a physician! Maybe I am delusional!? I love them, but I do break up my wears with skirts and dresses, even in the winter. I know our winters are similar and like you we still have snow on the ground (and in the air). One thought for you may be sweater dresses. I have a collection of soft merino wool sweater dresses that are cozy, warm and comfortable. They are definitely casual, not formal, and they could work for at home wear with some leggings or warm tights. They also shift to dressier if I add a nice scarf or earrings. They are great because I can alter the accessories to make them look however I want, with a belt, with my shoes or boots, a pair of colorful tights, etc. </p> <p>Your struggle is so interesting. It's hard to balance the feminine and androgynous edginess in your style. I know my style is not particularly edgy. I veer more towards the feminine and I think that's why my style adjectives include the word Soft. I love how you work things out Suz. I'm sure you will come up with some great ideas for F/W. The good news is there are a few months to think about it -------if and when it actually stops snowing! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/by-the-numbers-fw-review-and-some-discoveries/page/2#post-1468604 Sun, 05 Apr 2015 12:39:59 +0000 dakotacheryl 1468604@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Wow...I am overwhelmed by the wonderful post Suz...and you look wonderful in all of your photos.</p> <p>I live in the Black Hills of South Dakota and our winter weather pops up from early October through April, with warm days added in to the mix to make dressing even more complicated...as well as many many days when I leave for work with temps in the 30's and by afternoon the temps are in the 50's or 60's. This past week our temps swung from 10F in the morning one day to 80F one day in the afternoon!!!</p> <p>I have 3 sets of clothes...work...going out...at home. My poor husband sees me looking "nice" when I'm walking out the door, or just walking in the door because I change into "at home" clothes immediately. 2 big shedding dogs and 3 cats mean that I am constantly covered in fur...so usually wear leggings and comfy tops&nbsp;at home that I change daily to get a fur free look for a few minutes (have a cat in my lap as I type this).</p> <p>I find that I like nice fabrics and textures...and accessories, and that adding in these finishing touches makes me happy.</p> <p>I look forward to seeing how your style evolves as you add "school" clothes into your mix. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/by-the-numbers-fw-review-and-some-discoveries/page/2#post-1468602 Sun, 05 Apr 2015 12:11:04 +0000 Jaime 1468602@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>We always have room for three more Suz :-)! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/by-the-numbers-fw-review-and-some-discoveries/page/2#post-1468582 Sun, 05 Apr 2015 10:31:20 +0000 Summer 1468582@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Suz, I came across your post late last night, but was far too tired too leave a coherent reply. So, I've popped back to re-read, reconsider and take notes!</p> <p>Our life-styles are very different - UK, country life-style plus large garden and pets, for me - but our wardrobe needs seem remarkably similar. For my everyday life I need practical, comfortable clothes. Jeans and sweaters are my staples, not glamourous, but perfectly suited to my needs. I, too, found that It wasn't feasible to try to dress this uniform up for out-of-the house occasions: I need completely separate capsules for both. I differ from you, though, in that I'm quite happy with my pared-down home clothes, just as long as I can dress up a little when I go out.</p> <p>I think you have had some great suggestions here, especially those for statement sweaters and sweater dresses. I love Tanya's suggestion for knitted motos, and Angie has given some great advice - of course she has!</p> <p>I've no doubt that you will have nailed your perfect home capsule by next winter, and will look forward to seeing where these musings take you. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/by-the-numbers-fw-review-and-some-discoveries/page/2#post-1468566 Sun, 05 Apr 2015 05:33:12 +0000 Deborah 1468566@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Suz this is a great post. Thank you for sharing. &nbsp;I have only skimmed other comments. &nbsp;I really appreciate your comment that dressing up at home is not practical. &nbsp;I agree and it's something I have been thinking about as I will now be home more than I am at now at work with my new job. &nbsp;I 'think' I will be wearing a lot of my relaxed jersey pieces on my non work days. &nbsp;They look good but are very comfortable and I can work at home in them easily.</p> <p>I did read Angie's suggestions and I like her ideas for you.</p> <p>While I can't really make any suggestions, I think that the fact that you are so clearly able to assess where you are at, what you want and what you need is a real step to getting to where you want to be.</p> <p> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/by-the-numbers-fw-review-and-some-discoveries/page/2#post-1468536 Sun, 05 Apr 2015 03:51:50 +0000 Beth Ann 1468536@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I'm so frustrated to be so behind on the forum when great threads like this come up!&nbsp; It's late -- and Easter morning is coming quickly, but find so much to nod along with in your post.&nbsp; How do we create casual and at-home personas that are, well, <i>personal</i>, creative and practical?&nbsp; My investment in better looking loungewear made the biggest difference this year.&nbsp; And being both picky and varied in my silhouettes shows some promise -- although I struggle with finding the right items and proportions for a modern style that compliments my body.</p> <p>As you look forward, make sure you take a moment to look at the road you've traveled -- you have learned so much and look so consistently fab! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/by-the-numbers-fw-review-and-some-discoveries/page/2#post-1468516 Sun, 05 Apr 2015 02:51:36 +0000 Carla 1468516@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Suz, the decades challenge has been an eye opener! While researching how to style my new flowy trousers (for my decade - 1920's) I came across the picture below. What makes it 1940's is the button down shirt sleeves rolled so high up the arm. I immediately had to give this look a try, and will be wearing it for real later when my 1920's experiment is completed.</p> <p>As Gaylene pointed out, it is the little details - when even the roll of a sleeve can have an impact! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/by-the-numbers-fw-review-and-some-discoveries/page/2#post-1468497 Sun, 05 Apr 2015 02:30:33 +0000 frannieb 1468497@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Wow, great read and responses. I learned so much.<br />I can empathize with your dilemma. I dress for work and love my work capsules and yet the weekend &nbsp;continues to befuddle me beyond belief. I just finished a week off of work and was a complete disaster at getting dressed because I was only at home and running errands. Today I put on a pretty wackadoo outfit because I was tired of wearing jeans for 5 days straight and was bored because my tops are boring because&nbsp;they are a base layer for a topper.&nbsp;<br />I look forward to watching your evolution - to echo an above thought - your color palette is very neutral have you thought about adding in some brights. A neutral outfit with a pop of bright color from a scarf, belt or shoes&nbsp;can be edgy. Just a thought. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/by-the-numbers-fw-review-and-some-discoveries#post-1468496 Sun, 05 Apr 2015 02:26:00 +0000 Suz 1468496@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Ha, <b>Jaime</b>, I am amazed you are here at all. Yes, Pesach is quite the event. But it was quiet here with only 3. We should have stayed with you for that. :)&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/by-the-numbers-fw-review-and-some-discoveries#post-1468490 Sun, 05 Apr 2015 02:18:18 +0000 Jaime 1468490@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Such a pleasure to read your writing Suz! Well frankly I am not just rather bleary brained as usual first thing in the morning, but rather dazed and confused&nbsp;from the 30 hour bender called Pesach in this house. Anyway, three things stuck out from the whole thing. 1. Your current style is really strong and a great, stylish&nbsp;base. 2. Angie's eyelet empire anthropologie top really surprised me, and I feel studying it might be the key to some lesson here. 3. What Gaylene said about Approprio's link and the article itself. Looking forward! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/by-the-numbers-fw-review-and-some-discoveries#post-1468486 Sun, 05 Apr 2015 02:14:04 +0000 Suz 1468486@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p><b>Gaylene,</b> I, too, was fascinated by that article and especially by the accompanying photos. It really was true that each woman looked lost in the other's clothing. I know I veer closer to the Valentine side but there's a bit of Susie in me, too. I wonder where the two meet? Comrags, maybe. I'm serious. I just wish they would not heavily rely on black.&nbsp;</p> <p>But yes -- I do think that's it. I need to focus on the details now. The how. But...uh...how??? I shall be paying even more attention to Angie, I suspect...</p> <p>I've just taken a set of photos for our "decades challenge" week. I am not sure I'll be able to wear the outfits this week partly because I'm going to be travelling and partly because of weather constraints. But I wanted to try the challenge. And one thing I discovered was that in dressing for 3 different decades, I relied on essentially the same uniform -- but with different cuts/ silhouettes/ details. Interesting.&nbsp;</p> <p><b>Jackie, Karie, AM</b>, all great thoughts. I really like this idea to focus on hemlines, <b>AM</b>. That is part of it, for sure.&nbsp;</p> <p><b>Amy,</b> tracking sounded very tedious to me initially, but it wasn't too bad. I didn't worry about CPW or anything like that (though I could figure it out pretty easily). But that wasn't important to me, really. I can see that some items totally earn their keep (and then some) and others maybe don't in terms of frequency of wear, but are still necessary in my life, because after all, even if you don't wear a party dress more than twice a year, you need it when you need it. But getting an overview like this helped me feel really justified, say, in putting my money into a new puffer next year. I have had this one now for four seasons and worn it constantly. Time to add to the capsule.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/by-the-numbers-fw-review-and-some-discoveries#post-1468480 Sun, 05 Apr 2015 02:02:10 +0000 jackiec 1468480@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Wow, Suz, what a fascinating read. The way you are able to articulate all this amazes me. You have such a handle on your style and direction. I feel like I really share a lot of your style goals, so thank you for articulating this so well. I also feel like I need that edge. When I look back on many of my WIWs from this winter I roll my eyes. When I see your sampling of photos here, what strikes me is how every single outfit has that edge. Mostly it's in the footwear, to my eye. Yet often it's in the cut of the top. I think if you are out, back to school, you'll very easily have that look with your footwear and topper. I feel my frumpiest at home, in my comfy clothes, sans proper footwear (crocs don't count!). So no advice here, just thanks for the fantastic analysis (for poaching) and for personal learning. I, too, crave the tops with the je ne sais quoi to add that edge. That would explain the lack of "third pieces" ie blazers in my wardrobe. But I digress. Well done on your analysis. You are inspirational </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/by-the-numbers-fw-review-and-some-discoveries#post-1468479 Sun, 05 Apr 2015 01:59:48 +0000 Karie 1468479@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Fascinating reading! I love what Angie said, she it the nail right on the head! I have three distinct and different&nbsp;groups of clothing: work, home, and going out. Work is dressy, home is sweats/gym wear or&nbsp;loungewear, and going out is jeans with some of the tops from the work group of clothing. As long as the seasons keep moving I don't get too bored with my wardrobe (since we're stalled over winter, I am a bit bored right now).</p> <p>I love the comment about the heavy lifting being done by fabric and cut. Take the types of&nbsp;items that you wear most often and take them up to the next level. You've already done some of this. Look at the jeans you love and have worn most often - the CoH, Rag and Bone, and Gap Selvedge - all better quality and/or cut.&nbsp;</p> <p>I think your wardrobe is amazing, and you have learned so much, and I have learned so much from you! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/by-the-numbers-fw-review-and-some-discoveries#post-1468470 Sun, 05 Apr 2015 01:43:46 +0000 AM 1468470@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Great analysis. I'm in a similar position of wanting to find interest in my home wear. And I love the concept of a "cozy capsule." I've been exploring the hemlines of my tops -- high-low, shark bite, asymmetric, ruching, etc. Also exploring light weight layering...exposed camisole straps under boat necks, leggings/jeggins with tank/tunics, etc.&nbsp;And I bought the harems!&nbsp;</p> <p>I do think it is helpful to consider this as a separate capsule that ranges from loungewear to modern cozy. I have also found that it&nbsp;means some pretty significantly contemplation for each piece, each combination of pieces to feel like it is deliberate and styled. I'd like to think I'm&nbsp;working towards some uniforms (fingers crossed) with some recent experimentation. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/by-the-numbers-fw-review-and-some-discoveries#post-1468459 Sun, 05 Apr 2015 01:17:15 +0000 Gaylene 1468459@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>*laughing*</p> <p>"I just want a very clear set of parameters for my outside the house looks, and an easy, comfortable, and practical way that still feels authentic when I am indoors."</p> <p>Don't we all! If you find that elusive elixir, be sure to bottle it because you'll have a lot of takers! :)</p> <p>On a more serious note, though, I was intrigued by this statement by Valentine Fillol-Cordier in Approprio's contribution to Link Love last week. The article was the difference between Valentine's approach to style and Suzy Bubble's approach:</p> <p>"Everything I wear is so simple – jeans, white shirts, rollneck jumpers – and all the “style”, if you want to call it that, comes from me being very precise about the length of the trousers, the cut of a jacket, and then changing it to suit my mood with accessories. You know, carrying a bag that makes me stand a different way; tying a vintage scarf round a jacket to alter its shape – I really believe in the power of a scarf. Style doesn’t come from buying new things, it comes from thinking about your clothes"</p> <p>That quote made me wonder if I've been looking in the wrong direction. Might I get more bang for my buck by concentrating on getting the small details and supporting actors right--the details of HOW I wear my clothes--instead of always focusing on WHAT I am wearing by searching for "signature" pieces or adding new styles?</p> <p>One of the things that fascinates me about Angie's outfits is how carefully she orchestrates every little detail of her outfits, even down to how she ties her shoe laces. In her eyes, a white shoe that fits and is comfortable is just the start of a process that ends only when she has figured out how to HOW to wear that shoe in a way that reflects her personal aesthetic--AND applies that same process to everything else in her outfit. Mind-boggling, but ever so effective in creating an Angie-specific look. </p> <p>Maybe it's time for you to figure out the small details that need to be present for an outfit to be a Suz look--the fit of a pant, the length of a top, the height of a boot--all those tiny details that make a jeans and sweater outfit a Suz's outfit. Because you already do have a very distinctive personal style--just ask any number of admirers on this site. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/by-the-numbers-fw-review-and-some-discoveries#post-1468452 Sun, 05 Apr 2015 00:48:19 +0000 amiable 1468452@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>What a terrific read! &nbsp;I think I'm about ready to start tracking wears. &nbsp;It would probably be very enlightening.... </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/by-the-numbers-fw-review-and-some-discoveries#post-1468447 Sun, 05 Apr 2015 00:39:01 +0000 Suz 1468447@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p><b>Caro</b>, thank you! I am 100% with you on that. I feel as if I am getting closer, too.&nbsp;</p> <p>I think harems might work for me in a different climate. The ones I have found thus far do not work for our winters -- tights underneath make them staticky. I do love my crepe track pants but not so much for winter. Again, it comes down to my blasted climate. Why don't I just move, eh? &nbsp;:)&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/by-the-numbers-fw-review-and-some-discoveries#post-1468446 Sun, 05 Apr 2015 00:36:44 +0000 Suz 1468446@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p><b>Sharon,</b> I am exactly like you in that the "aesthetic heavy lifting needs to be done by fabric and cut." But I fall into the trap of hoping it can be done by pattern or colour. And that never works. It gives me a quick sugar hit, but does not satisfy. I <b>LOVE </b>your wardrobe and will definitely be looking for clue from you. But I think I need to come to Australia so I can frequent your designers. Or find some Canadians who make me happy in the same way.&nbsp;</p> <p>I am with you on not feeling pastels all that much. I like a pale blue or a blush, but that's about it. I definitely like contrast and/or piping/framing in items. It is sharp and clean.&nbsp;</p> <p><b>Carla</b>, what a <b>great </b>idea to think about which items I hold onto for sentimental reasons. Except...except...I <b>don't!</b> I'm very unsentimental about my clothes, wear almost no jewellery, and I really only like my scarves because they keep my neck warm and add a bit of interest to an otherwise neutral outfit.&nbsp;</p> <p>I guess this tells us something right there, no? <b>It has to be modern and current.&nbsp;</b>Not trendy, necessarily. But my happiness factor is related to currency.&nbsp;</p> <p>P.S. I am so getting the kitty caribiner in #2. That is Max!! :)</p> <p><b>Gigi,</b> I really like your suggestion to try to hone in on what exactly makes me feel as if something has that extra "zing" that I love. I do think "currency" is high on my list, and also sharp lines, esp. asymmetrical lines. So that is something to consider carefully, going forward. Like you, I am a lover of belts as a third piece at home. My leopard and snakeskin belts are almost worn out after two years, which tells you quite a lot. :)</p> <p> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/by-the-numbers-fw-review-and-some-discoveries#post-1468445 Sun, 05 Apr 2015 00:36:37 +0000 Caro in Oz 1468445@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>You've gained such valuable information Suz &amp;&nbsp;I think what Angie is saying makes total sense (of course). I subscribe to Angie's suggestion wholeheartedly.</p> <p>"<i><b>My suggestion:</b>&nbsp;Look for the more creative and less modern classic versions in your tried and tested loves: Shirts, t-necks, puffers, snow boots, hats, scarves and jeans."</i></p> <p>&nbsp;I think one of my first posts was bemoaning the fact that when I got home &amp; took off&nbsp;my great footwear &amp; jackets I felt really boring in my clothes. My solution was to buy harem pants This <b>may </b>not be your solution :)&nbsp;&nbsp;but I think the concept is valid. I knew I was/am a pants rather than a skirt or dress person so I started there.&nbsp;My harems can be worn with a hoodie &amp; sneakers for going for a walk. I wear them with shoes &amp; a leather jacket for errands &amp; can wear them with a dressier coat or jacket &amp; heels for evening. The beauty of them lies not only in their versatility but in their ability to make me feel great when I'm not wearing a jacket &amp; booties IMO once you find your version of my&nbsp;harems your real wardrobe will feel much more like your ideal one. It also means that you can still wear &amp; enjoy your basics when the mood takes you.</p> <p>Suz, it seems to me you are much closer to getting to grips with the missing piece of your wardrobe puzzle.&nbsp;In the scientific world&nbsp;scrutiny <b>does </b>improve performance &amp; I believe it works for our wardrobes too&nbsp;:)&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/by-the-numbers-fw-review-and-some-discoveries#post-1468428 Sat, 04 Apr 2015 23:39:56 +0000 Sharon 1468428@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>This was really interesting Suz, especially as we head into winter here, because although our winters are far milder I faced exactly the same issue with my winter clothes last year. I also came to the same conclusion - not enough femininity! My solution has been to implement one of your suggestions- the knit skirt as the basis for my casual wardrobe. I really appreciate the suggestion as I think this will be a game-changer for me.</p> <p>I have also taken a good hard look at my tops and tried to think about details that would bring in a more feminine aesthetic. I am somewhat restricted in the shapes that look good on me, but within that I am considering texture, colour, pattern and detail. Things I have enjoyed this season are layered lace or burn-out/cut-out styles, abstract floral patterns and&nbsp;details like contrasting cuffs or ruffles. I have experimented with pastels, but haven't really loved them. For me, I think the aesthetic "heavy lifting" needs to be done by the fabric and cut of the piece, but you may find pattern and colour works better for your style.</p> <p>The other thing that occurs to me is that avant-garde does not necessarily have to be arty or drapey. Maybe some shirts with a bit of tailored volume and some interesting details may give you the same vibe but with a clean, sleek overall look? </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/by-the-numbers-fw-review-and-some-discoveries#post-1468418 Sat, 04 Apr 2015 23:09:08 +0000 Carla 1468418@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Do you think a 'statement something' might be an element that can Suz-ify an outfit for at home and for getting together with your peeps? </p> <p>You have a trademark Suz haircut, but I note since your eye surgery you have eschewed the specs - thus loosing an accessory. You do have a formula on how you put your outfits together (I see 'swaddling'?) and you do lean heavily towards a palette of neutrals/blue. (I miss the touches of fushia - signiture colour?)</p> <p>I would not suggest starting anything new, but maybe looking into things you have not purged due to sentimental reasons (jewellery, scarves) as a possible source for additional personal expression. </p> <p>As others have noted, more distinctive tops (not toppers) might provide the 'edge' you crave. I know it is hard to commit to something that is so distinctive it might appear to have limited outfit application. However, you may discover that you love the piece so much you wear it all the time without become bored, and it turns out to be the proverbial wardrobe workhorse.</p> <p>Now, if you are going back to school you will need a backpack and a caribiner with a bunch of mini stuffies hanging off it that signal who you are! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/by-the-numbers-fw-review-and-some-discoveries#post-1468413 Sat, 04 Apr 2015 22:58:03 +0000 AviaMariah 1468413@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I love how the dangly earrings look on you in #8. How would it make you feel if you amped up your earrings to add some more interest? </p>