https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/closet-reflections-2023 Style Advice for Fashion Lovers en-US Wed, 22 Apr 2026 14:42:25 +0000 http://bbpress.org/?v=1.0.2 q https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/search.php https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/closet-reflections-2023#post-2348559 Wed, 03 Jan 2024 21:52:10 +0000 Jonesy 2348559@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I know what you mean about not really being able to remember exactly how you were feeling in early 2023 :)! Your introspection about your style and its connection to your emotional health also really resonates with me. It's wonderful to see you turn towards colorful prints, which integrate so beautifully with your cohesive, chic style! I love your color palette, and how everything works together so well.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/closet-reflections-2023#post-2348555 Wed, 03 Jan 2024 21:44:18 +0000 Angie 2348555@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>WELL DONE, <b>Carla</b>! Your best style year ever! Not so minimal, and suits you to a tee. </p> <p>Glad you and hubs had a good and more fun 2023! Fab how that's positively reflected in your style. Onto an even better 2024 :)&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/closet-reflections-2023#post-2348422 Tue, 02 Jan 2024 14:59:09 +0000 Anonymous 2348422@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I like your style words. The fit your wardrobe. I admire your picks and outfits. My favorite outfits are #8 and #10. I like red on you. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/closet-reflections-2023#post-2348418 Tue, 02 Jan 2024 14:26:38 +0000 Dee 2348418@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Ouu.. interesting observation <b>Runcarla</b> and <b>Jaime</b>, perhaps practical, <b>playful</b>&nbsp;and classic.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/closet-reflections-2023#post-2348417 Tue, 02 Jan 2024 14:08:20 +0000 Carla 2348417@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Good point&nbsp;<b>Jaime! &nbsp;</b>After posting, I ran across a comment by Susan at ‘Une Femme d’un Certain Age’ about not having minimalist style, but rather a ‘clean edited look.’ &nbsp;I sometimes think my style can be&nbsp;<b>elaborate</b>! &nbsp;Not&nbsp;<b></b>necessarily&nbsp;<b>maximal</b>, but&nbsp;<b>colourful.</b><b></b></p> <div><br /></div><div>I think I should remove ‘minimalist’ from my&nbsp;<i>style descriptor&nbsp;</i>since my style&nbsp;<b>isn’t&nbsp;</b>really minimalist - though my closet management style is. &nbsp;</div><div><br /></div><div>Maybe my style words should be&nbsp;<b>practical, classic, colourful?</b><br /></div></p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/closet-reflections-2023#post-2348405 Tue, 02 Jan 2024 12:28:39 +0000 Dee 2348405@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I identify with many of the classic, practical and casual elements of your current style. You have a wonderful mix and match wardrobe that you can dress up or down to suit any occasion. The injection of some bolder colours and prints this year creates an even more playful spirit to your wardrobe now. Enjoy! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/closet-reflections-2023#post-2348393 Tue, 02 Jan 2024 09:59:40 +0000 Cardiff girl 2348393@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I really think that you truly found your fashion mojo in 2023.All these outfits are fantastic.l know that you put effort into considering your purchases etc and this is your reward,a great looking functioning wardrobe.l am looking forward to seeing what you come up with in2024. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/closet-reflections-2023#post-2348371 Tue, 02 Jan 2024 03:16:59 +0000 Jaime 2348371@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Great review! What I noticed while flipping through your outfits is that your outfits have a lot of layers, prints, and interesting details. So not what I would call minimalist style (although you do maintain a minimalist wardrobe). Anyway, and regardless of what it is called, you look fantastic and super stylish. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/closet-reflections-2023#post-2348351 Mon, 01 Jan 2024 18:41:09 +0000 Carla 2348351@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>@&nbsp;<b>Liz&nbsp;</b>- I don’t depend on footwear purchased ‘as is’ to be sufficient for my fussy feet (low volume, bunions, and flattening arches) and use Superfeet innersoles (blue or green) in just about everything. &nbsp;</p> <p>@&nbsp;<b>Olive Green -&nbsp;</b>I love that medium blue! &nbsp;It factors more in my summer/warm weather capsule than in wintertime - though I do have a wool beret in that colour!</p> <p> <div><br /></div><div>@&nbsp;<b>SarahD8&nbsp;</b>- the practical part of my character intuitively had me using stats (replace proven winners, don’t repeat mistakes) when I couldn’t trust my emotions. &nbsp;Now that I’m in a better place that supports&nbsp;<i>intelligent&nbsp;</i>emotional shopping, I’m still tracking ‘wears’ - but I’m not so hung up on the numbers. &nbsp;My current experiment with counting is to learn how long some inexpensive items with mixed natural/synthetic fibres will last, and if thrifted items contribute to higher turnover.</p> <p>@&nbsp;<b>kkards&nbsp;</b>and&nbsp;<b>Bonnie&nbsp;</b>- I see similarities in our styles, though&nbsp;<b>Kkards - </b>your jeans game, and <b>Bonnie </b>- your occasion wear, are aspirational!</p> <p></div> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/closet-reflections-2023#post-2348346 Mon, 01 Jan 2024 18:21:02 +0000 SarahD8 2348346@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Interesting thought about by-the-numbers substituting for inspiration...seems like it turned out to be an effective strategy, for you built/maintained a solid base that you could then embellish with the return of an elevated mood this year. The proof is in the pudding -- a truly fab series of outfits across the whole year, and a lovely palette to take into 2024! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/closet-reflections-2023#post-2348337 Mon, 01 Jan 2024 17:25:22 +0000 Bonnie 2348337@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Great job putting together such a successful wardrobe. The results as shown in the photos are terrific. I love #2 and your palette looks almost exactly like mine, I have mustard, too. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/closet-reflections-2023#post-2348326 Mon, 01 Jan 2024 16:24:09 +0000 kellygirl 2348326@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>What a great wardrobe. Your style &nbsp;is consistent and so chic! Your thoughts about mood resonates with me as I have been dealing with aging parents. Thanks for sharing! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/closet-reflections-2023#post-2348325 Mon, 01 Jan 2024 16:07:51 +0000 Anonymous 2348325@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Your wardrobe looks amazing on you. &nbsp;What you say makes sense. &nbsp;You have been through some rough times and seem prepared for them. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/closet-reflections-2023#post-2348320 Mon, 01 Jan 2024 13:06:23 +0000 Liz 2348320@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Love your sneaker style, and the H&amp;M dress/cover-up is such a great pattern!</p> <p>In regard to sneakers like Converse that don't have a lot of support, I'd love suggestions on how to wear them pain-free. Now that I'm in my mid-50s, I find I'm losing fat on the soles of my feet (but gaining it elsewhere--Ack!). </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/closet-reflections-2023#post-2348319 Mon, 01 Jan 2024 12:28:31 +0000 kkards 2348319@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Also want to add, while I love all of these outfits - I have a special love for the joggers and blazers. &nbsp;This has become one of my go to outfit formulas as well&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/closet-reflections-2023#post-2348318 Mon, 01 Jan 2024 12:26:52 +0000 kkards 2348318@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>It’s incredible isn’t how much of what we feel is illustrated in how we dress. &nbsp;<div>I’m so glad to see red back in your mix, it makes me happy that it makes you happy. &nbsp;</div><div>Yay for high happiness and yay for thrifted and gifted! &nbsp;&nbsp;</div> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/closet-reflections-2023#post-2348316 Mon, 01 Jan 2024 12:18:31 +0000 Olive Green 2348316@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>You are so consistently stylish. The palette in 13 has a slate blue that seems very striking next to your eyes and skin colour.&nbsp;</p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/closet-reflections-2023#post-2348313 Mon, 01 Jan 2024 07:49:02 +0000 Star (Lise) 2348313@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Loving your style Carla!&nbsp; I can see why you are in a happy place now with your wardrobe. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/closet-reflections-2023#post-2348305 Mon, 01 Jan 2024 04:35:49 +0000 Suz 2348305@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Fabulous review, <b>Carla!</b> I was so excited to see you begin adding colour again to your closet. I knew it both signalled and contributed to a significant mood change. And I suspected your happiness factor with your closet would increase -- looks like I guessed correctly.&nbsp;</p> <p>I also entirely understand the neutrals heavy purchases of 2022. Honestly -- there are times when that is the way it has to be. When you are working on replacing important essentials, for example. It wasn't only your mood that pushed you in that direction. It was also what was available at retail and what you needed, in practical terms. There are many factors to weigh. In any case, I'm glad you are feeling happier with your closet.&nbsp;</p> <p>You absolutely stayed true to your own unique style and you also updated your silhouettes this year and last. Your coats and your suit ar particularly versatile and important workhorses for you.&nbsp;</p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/closet-reflections-2023#post-2348304 Mon, 01 Jan 2024 03:59:49 +0000 Carla 2348304@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I’m struggling to remember how I&nbsp;<i>felt&nbsp;</i>going into 2023. &nbsp;My closet reflections weren't really thought out, and I was still trying to work through 2022’s desire to nudge my style in some new direction. &nbsp;I was drilling down a bit with counting wears, and figuring out what was working for me by-the-numbers, due to lack of inspiration.</p> <p><div><br /></div><div>With hindsight, I can see that my&nbsp;<b>mood&nbsp;</b>heavily influenced my style. &nbsp;There was death and increased elder care responsibilities in 2021-2022 that precipitated depressed spirits. &nbsp; However, my mood&nbsp;lifted in 2023, when DH and I started travelling (for fun) - after a 3 year hiatus! &nbsp;</div><div><br /></div><div>When I look at purchases made in 2022 (collection in Finds) the items are mostly navy and black! &nbsp;In 2023 (collection in Finds) early purchases were pale neutrals (golden beige, light blue, white) and I ended the year with colour (yellow! red! green!)</p> <p>Although I don’t&nbsp;<i>feel&nbsp;</i>like I was working towards any specific goal, I did stay true to my <b>practical, classic, minimalist&nbsp;</b>&nbsp;roots and <b>elevated casual&nbsp;</b>style. &nbsp;With the addition of a few&nbsp;<i>fun prints&nbsp;</i>and recently more&nbsp;<i>colour</i>, I’ve reached a ‘happy’ place with my closet. &nbsp;The wear numbers are looking good, I haven’t bought anything new in almost 2 months, and I’m feeling very settled without the urge to ‘change things up’. &nbsp;</p> <p></div><div><br /></div><div>I won’t bore you with wear counts, but there were a few statistical take-aways: &nbsp;I wore dresses or skirts 4x more in 2023 than in 2022, doubled the number of times I wore the navy Lululemon joggers (paired with a jacket, they became my travel uniform) and new-to-me items (thrifted and gifted*)provided more&nbsp;<b>happiness&nbsp;</b>than any ‘new’ item I bought! &nbsp;<br /></div><div><br /></div><div>Below are 12 outfits representative of what I wore over the past 12 months, my <b>colour story&nbsp;</b>going into 2024&nbsp;and in Finds (below)&nbsp;<b></b>items with a&nbsp;<b>high happiness factor&nbsp;</b>acquired this year.<b></b></p> <p>*special thanks to&nbsp;<b>Joyce&nbsp;</b>and&nbsp;<b>nemosmom</b></p> <p></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div> </p>