https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/closet-edit-phase-2 Style Advice for Fashion Lovers en-US Thu, 23 Apr 2026 05:27:40 +0000 http://bbpress.org/?v=1.0.2 q https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/search.php https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/closet-edit-phase-2#post-1966075 Wed, 17 Oct 2018 13:37:42 +0000 Angie 1966075@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Thanks, <b>nemosmom</b>. Yup. A bit impossible to hem. I'm sorry. Lets see it on when you have a moment. Pretty skirt. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/closet-edit-phase-2#post-1965988 Wed, 17 Oct 2018 08:29:23 +0000 Anonymous 1965988@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>What Suz and Cardiff Girl said. A blazer that is velvet and green. I'd wear it with everything this season. Great job editing. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/closet-edit-phase-2#post-1965979 Wed, 17 Oct 2018 07:31:18 +0000 Cardiff girl 1965979@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Fab editing,ld keep the velvet blazer if I were you,seriously ontrend this year. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/closet-edit-phase-2#post-1965960 Wed, 17 Oct 2018 05:07:20 +0000 Suz 1965960@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>This is extremely well thought out. I am with you on the need to keep the jeans capsule current. Give yourself permission. If you wear them regularly, you deserve it!&nbsp;</p> <p>You've really identified what <b>DID</b> work about each item you're getting rid of -- i.e. what tempted you to hold onto it. That's at least as helpful as knowing what was wrong with it for you. Thanks for mentioning it -- I will take that with me in my own edits going forward!&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/closet-edit-phase-2#post-1965936 Wed, 17 Oct 2018 03:58:21 +0000 cindysmith 1965936@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I can so relate. Your cardigans that breed in the dark corners at night? Yeah, I think my skinny Jean's do that, but I don't try and stop them because you will have to pry my skinnies from my cold dead hands before you bury me LOL</p> <p>And the avoidance of basics? Me too. I need them to have something that elevates them from 'just a basic'. Sometimes it's a really awesome color, sometimes it's a texture, often it's an asymmetric shape; there has to be something that sets it apart.</p> <p>You've done some really great work here, and I'm proud of you! Editing can be hard, so High Five to you </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/closet-edit-phase-2#post-1965526 Tue, 16 Oct 2018 01:21:32 +0000 nemosmom 1965526@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Thanks, <b>cjh</b>! The waistband isn't elastic, it's the same satin fabric as the body, but as a bias tape of sorts (thick though, so maybe some interfacing inside? Not sure...) I didn't think to ask my tailor if he would shorten from the waist or hem. I took it in, put it on, he chalked the hem and zipper, quoted me $85 and I told him I'd have to think about it. Ha! He does amazing work, but that is more than I think I want to spend.</p> <p>I have a break from work tomorrow, so I may take the skirt and the two cords to a different tailor for a second opinion. </p> <p> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/closet-edit-phase-2#post-1965519 Tue, 16 Oct 2018 00:48:21 +0000 cjh 1965519@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>You might look into shortening that skirt from the top instead of trying to do a new narrow hem at the bottom, which I agree would be difficult and expensive. In the photo it looks like it might have an elastic waistband, covered by stretchy fabric? </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/closet-edit-phase-2#post-1965476 Mon, 15 Oct 2018 21:12:51 +0000 Anonymous 1965476@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Great job! &nbsp;I hear you on the "hard-to-let-go" items.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/closet-edit-phase-2#post-1965475 Mon, 15 Oct 2018 21:11:56 +0000 nemosmom 1965475@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p><b>Angie</b> - here is the skirt; a blush/baby pink satin. I would model it for you, but it’s around 45” long and I don’t have heels that high! I keep thinking with a sneaker and rocker tee and Moto jacket, it might be a keeper.... I just can’t decide.<br /> And, yes, I meant essentials! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/closet-edit-phase-2#post-1965463 Mon, 15 Oct 2018 20:43:12 +0000 Angie 1965463@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Great insights <b>nemosmom, </b>and WELL DONE. Your closet edit is steady and sensible.&nbsp;</p> <p>I think you mean ESSENTIALS with texture. Basics are undies, socks, sleepwear, shapewear, loungewear and the like. Good soul searching there.&nbsp;</p> <p>I would like to see the pink skirt </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/closet-edit-phase-2#post-1965462 Mon, 15 Oct 2018 20:41:08 +0000 Barbara Diane 1965462@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>A thoughtful edit.Well done. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/closet-edit-phase-2#post-1965441 Mon, 15 Oct 2018 19:38:08 +0000 Gretchen 1965441@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>What great insights. I'm with you on the cardigan proliferation problem - where do they come from?</p> <p>I love the idea of looking for basics with texture. I met a very stylish lady a few years ago. When I complimented her on her look she said she always makes sure that each piece has one little detail that catches her eye or makes her smile. I like it as a style philosophy.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/closet-edit-phase-2#post-1965438 Mon, 15 Oct 2018 19:29:45 +0000 Anonymous 1965438@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Im with you about the texture, it makes a huge difference but without the business of prints and detail. I like those navy booties but why are so many shoes in suede? I always worry about them in rain and snow. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/closet-edit-phase-2#post-1965435 Mon, 15 Oct 2018 19:14:18 +0000 Jenni NZ 1965435@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Your plan sounds great. I feel for you about the shoes in pic 3 especially. If it makes you feel any better, last year I donated black patent pumps I had NEVER worn. I was seduced by their shape and elegance a few years back but could not walk in them and neither could 30-years-younger DD with my same size feet. Lesson learnt. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/closet-edit-phase-2#post-1965416 Mon, 15 Oct 2018 18:21:47 +0000 nemosmom 1965416@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Inspired by the post about imagining Angie standing in my closet, I&nbsp; tackled my outerwear, shoes and jewelry. Here's a list of what I purged and why, as well as what I've learned. </p> <p> <div>Gone are:</div><div>(photo 1). Prana Esme jacket: loved everything about this, but never wore it because it was too short.<br />(photo 2). Ugg Blayre boot: a gift that wasn't really my style, but they were<br /> warm and cozy and they became my default shoe on lazy days. I have a<br /> pair of Sorels that are equally comfy and I don't need two similar<br /> shearling boots.<br /> (photo 3). Black Vince Camuto Jerrell booties - worn once before I realized platform + stilettos are not my friend. These were my first pair of expensive (to me) shoes and tough to let go of.<br />- Teal TNF Apex bionic jacket. Bought as a windproof base layer for post-ski sightseeing in Tahoe. Tried it on this weekend and realized it feels like a constricting wetsuit. I haven't been to Tahoe in a decade. And I no longer wear teal. Out it goes.<br />- Guess knee-high cognac heel boot: I discovered I've only been keeping these because I love the warm whiskey color, but they aren't comfortable, I struggle to wear a sock with them (my feet are always cold), so I dreaded wearing them. I have a Frye riding boot and a black Aldo otk suede heeled boot for when I want a boot with jeans. May replace these with a combat style boot or something I can wear with my casual dresses and skirts.<br />- Grey nine west suede bootie: Cute, but they make my heels hurt. And they always come untied.<br />- All chunky/large statement and bubble necklaces, as well as costume cuff/bracelets. I don't like the fuss, or the jingle.<br />- A very well-loved Kuhl green merino zip hoodie. Worn almost daily as a layer under my waxed jacket, but it's time for the textile recycle bin. I think I cried when bagging this one.... </p> <p>Still on the fence (holding zone for now):<br />- Navy trench coat, thrifted: Love the coat (it has a satiny sheen to it) and the fit, but HATE the buttons. It would be inexpensive to change the buttons and see if I wear it more.<br />(photo 4) JCrew Bella velvet blazer, green: I love everything about this - it fits, is in great condition, but it is at least a decade (or more) old. For some reason, I just don't reach for it... Is it cool &amp; vintage or just old &amp; dated? Such a fine line... <br />- ASOS pink satin pleated maxi skirt: I was OBSESSED with this when I bought it. But, it's about 9" too long and will be pricey to hem, thanks to the pleats. Not sure I will wear it enough to justify the cost...?<br />- Jcrew grey cords and AG navy cords: both need waist and hem alterations. Again, not sure I will wear them enough to warrant the work.<br />(photo 5) Splendid navy suede booties (why do I have so much suede in a 4-season climate?!) Fell in love with these (NAS), but haven't even taken them out of the box. May return and look for a more casual boot (the combat one, maybe?)</p> <p>Going forward, here are the takeaways from this closet edit:<br />- <b>I need to rotate and edit my denim more frequently </b>- my jeans are the workhorse of my wardrobe, I wear them daily. I tend to reach for the same two pair and wear them until they are threadbare. By the time I reach for a different pair it either doesn't fit, or is dated.</p> </div><div><br /></div><div>- <b>I am not allowed to buy any more cardigans </b>- I think they multiply at night when I am sleeping; I swear I don't remember buying so many.... I have a handful of really cute, great jackets that could EASILY be worn in place of a cardi and I need to train myself to reach for them more often. I think I succumbed to the ease and comfort of my cardis, but I am trying to look more put together, not like I rolled out of bed and threw on a bathrobe. </p> <p>- <b>My basics should have texture </b>- Upon reviewing my pile of shopping mistakes, I realize that I am drawn to very unique items with a ton of detail, like embellishments or busy prints, but then feel too self-conscious to wear them. I think I tend to avoid basics because I find them too plain. Going forward, I will look for subtle touches of "something", like a knit pullover in a small waffle weave or eyelash knit instead of chunky cables, embroidery or sequins, or a button up shirt in a satin or silk instead of a matte/cotton, that will allow me the oomph I am drawn to but be versatile enough to mix with my other clothes. I will save my patterns for scarves.</p> </div> </p>