https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/do-you-have-a-wardrobe-weakness-and-do-you-surrender Style Advice for Fashion Lovers en-US Sat, 18 Apr 2026 19:35:55 +0000 http://bbpress.org/?v=1.0.2 q https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/search.php https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/do-you-have-a-wardrobe-weakness-and-do-you-surrender/page/3#post-2212924 Fri, 30 Jul 2021 20:37:14 +0000 Stagiaire Fash 2212924@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>BD, I’m sure you saw the posts a few weeks ago by a jewelry designer who had taken apart some pieces she’d made and reused the parts to crest new pieces. Maybe you’d enjoy that too. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/do-you-have-a-wardrobe-weakness-and-do-you-surrender/page/3#post-2212909 Fri, 30 Jul 2021 19:30:24 +0000 April 2212909@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>FI - it's funny, I just use the most basic metal forearm crutches but Little Mr. April and his dearest friends are all artists who would be glad to glam them up for me with paint, collage, washi tape, sparkles, velvet - whatever.&nbsp; They're all a tad busy at the moment (lucky thing for an artist, right?) but if I asked, they would do it.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p> <p>Also, I will come clean and say that in addition to outerwear, I cannot resist a gorgeous lining or a cool button.&nbsp; Particularly in vintage pieces.</p> <p> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/do-you-have-a-wardrobe-weakness-and-do-you-surrender/page/3#post-2212796 Fri, 30 Jul 2021 06:16:00 +0000 Barbara Diane 2212796@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Jewelry. I’ve significantly curtailed my purchases but I love it, I love seeing something new, creative, or just a little twist different </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/do-you-have-a-wardrobe-weakness-and-do-you-surrender/page/2#post-2212743 Thu, 29 Jul 2021 18:30:13 +0000 Jenava 2212743@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Beautifully designed and made clothing that's well marketed, and in my "casual fem" wheelhouse. I am currently drooling over almost all of the Rebecca Taylor summer collection.&nbsp;&nbsp;<a rel="nofollow" href="https://www.rebeccataylor.com/edit/best-sellers/">https://www.rebeccataylor.com/edit/best-sellers/</a></p> <p>I did splurge on a white cotton tie-font jacket but I'm a little scared to wear it around here. But that's another post... </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/do-you-have-a-wardrobe-weakness-and-do-you-surrender/page/2#post-2212728 Thu, 29 Jul 2021 15:23:47 +0000 Stagiaire Fash 2212728@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>April, i misread your comment and for a second had an image of a collection of fabulous crutches—some blingy, some wrapped in velvet or other luxe fabrics, all of them amazing in their own way. Then I realized I’d read crookedly and it’s actually unused satchels that line your closet. But seeing as they are an accessory that’s always by your side, have you considered crutches that are attractive to look at, like cute glasses or a nice watch? Do they even make them? </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/do-you-have-a-wardrobe-weakness-and-do-you-surrender/page/2#post-2212725 Thu, 29 Jul 2021 15:10:56 +0000 Anonymous 2212725@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Ha- just added another skirt yesterday, but in my defense I'm wearing it today </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/do-you-have-a-wardrobe-weakness-and-do-you-surrender/page/2#post-2212724 Thu, 29 Jul 2021 15:08:37 +0000 Ginger 2212724@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p><b>Carla</b>, I love your hair accessories collection! I should do that for mine, too. I've pretty much stopped buying more but I have a nice set that I enjoy using. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/do-you-have-a-wardrobe-weakness-and-do-you-surrender/page/2#post-2212723 Thu, 29 Jul 2021 15:07:53 +0000 Ginger 2212723@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Easy - dresses! A dress is a one-and-done outfit. If I like the dress and it fits (and it suitable for my life) it's very, very hard to say no.</p> <p>I also can't stop making winter skirts. Skirt+tee+cardigan was my uniform last year, and I found it extremely comfortable and flattering. But I eventually long for more variety, so I'm already looking out for more/different fabrics to add to my lineup.</p> <p>In past years my weakness used to be shoes. I still buy more regularly, but I've also passed on quite a few as my feet have gotten a lot more complainy. I also tend to reach for the same few pair once a season is established. At some point I may have to actually pass on things that have no problem and I love, but just don't wear. I'm not to that point yet, though! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/do-you-have-a-wardrobe-weakness-and-do-you-surrender/page/2#post-2212721 Thu, 29 Jul 2021 14:58:48 +0000 April 2212721@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Wardrobe Heroes or Pets or Weaknesses -- for some things, it does make sense to succumb, for others, it's important to know when enough is enough.</p> <p>I used to adore satchels, but since I started using crutches, my modest collection just ornaments the open shelves in my closet.&nbsp; Enough is truly enough for me there.&nbsp; </p> <p>The cross-body bags on the other hand, are multiplying, but since I wear one all day every day, this to me doesn't feel like a weakness.</p> <p>In any case, I would elope with a great coat before I would even go on a date with a handbag.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/do-you-have-a-wardrobe-weakness-and-do-you-surrender/page/2#post-2212712 Thu, 29 Jul 2021 14:33:15 +0000 Jenn 2212712@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I was just browsing some catalogs that arrived yesterday, and my weaknesses are dresses and duster-length toppers. Dresses are really practical here, so I’m okay having more than a fair share of those. The toppers have a more limited wearability time, but they’re my FAVORITE statements. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/do-you-have-a-wardrobe-weakness-and-do-you-surrender/page/2#post-2212686 Thu, 29 Jul 2021 10:40:55 +0000 Stagiaire Fash 2212686@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>How did it take me so long to come up with the obvious answer here? As my browsing history this morning shows, my weakness is clearly lingerie. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/do-you-have-a-wardrobe-weakness-and-do-you-surrender/page/2#post-2212632 Wed, 28 Jul 2021 23:26:13 +0000 L'Abeille 2212632@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>My answer would definitely have to be Breton T's. Breton stripe anything, actually. I have numerous tops in all sleeve lengths, but also two skirts (pencil/tube and maxi) and countless purses and tote bags.</p> <p>Whenever I spot a new one, one of my kids will say "don't you already have that?" (or, "too many?"). But I usually get it, and I never regret it. In fact, my answer to the post about Wardrobe Heros would have been the same.. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/do-you-have-a-wardrobe-weakness-and-do-you-surrender/page/2#post-2212628 Wed, 28 Jul 2021 23:07:19 +0000 Eliza 2212628@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Shoes, outerwear, bags and jackets. These are all items I describe myself as nuanced about. I have 3 seasons (summer, spring/fall, winter) when I could need a raincoat. Then, depending on my activity, how heavy and persistent the rain is, the color and formality of my outfit…You get the idea. Equally delighted to have just the right footwear, bag and topper. Trying to streamline my approach, find overlap and items that function in a variety of ways. Still, I embrace the ML re-framing up thread. Great topic. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/do-you-have-a-wardrobe-weakness-and-do-you-surrender/page/2#post-2212602 Wed, 28 Jul 2021 16:05:46 +0000 Jules 2212602@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>To my surprise it’s become footwear, the past few years. What I perceive as a general trend towards sneakers and other comfortable, sturdy shoes (Birks! Timberlands! Loafers!) has made footwear a lot more fun and accessible for me as I could never safely wear heels and was constantly shopping in compromise mode. I’ve also gotten frustrated with the fit and quality issues with so many clothing items and don’t really enjoy the hunt so shoes in my preferred brands of known consistent quality are a bit of a cop out way to satisfy the shopping bug. However, I have limited storage space as well as opportunities to wear transitional footwear (I live in a climate where we go from boots to sandals in a matter of a few weeks), so I’m having to be very self-aware and limit my purchases.</p> <p>I will add though that as someone who was very minimal in the past it is handy having a larger shoe wardrobe. Having multiple pairs to choose from makes new clothing items easier to wear. Having more interesting footwear vs neutral basic choices makes me happier with a smaller, simpler clothing wardrobe. My shoes pull more weight now. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/do-you-have-a-wardrobe-weakness-and-do-you-surrender/page/2#post-2212597 Wed, 28 Jul 2021 15:40:32 +0000 chewyspaghetti 2212597@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>White lace tops....which is unfortunate, since I have discovered thar cream looks so much better on me. They're much harder to find! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/do-you-have-a-wardrobe-weakness-and-do-you-surrender/page/2#post-2212559 Wed, 28 Jul 2021 12:59:16 +0000 LaPed 2212559@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I’m amazed there are so many people who find it easy to buy outerwear. I’m always looking for coats and rarely buy because most possess some disqualifying feature: odd length, not warm enough, unlined, bad/no pockets, gold hardware, finicky zippers… Ditto shoes. I *wish* I had an easy time finding shoes that tick all the boxes. These really are areas of strength, not weakness! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/do-you-have-a-wardrobe-weakness-and-do-you-surrender/page/2#post-2212541 Wed, 28 Jul 2021 10:57:29 +0000 Staysfit 2212541@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Coats, cashmere sweaters, jeans, long blazers, shoes, boots, sheath dresses…..did I forget anything?! &nbsp;:-)</p> <p>If I had to pick one category that I cannot resist, it would be cashmere sweaters…..I dread the thought of moving to a warm climate and giving them up! &nbsp;However, they are perfect for me for almost 2/3 of the year. &nbsp;Other than coats, it’s the one item that takes the most space in my closet. &nbsp;My coats are spread between three closets, but we have four seasons, two rainy, and two cold….need I say more? &nbsp;I nodded along with Mainelady’s description of coats! &nbsp;:-)</p> <p> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/do-you-have-a-wardrobe-weakness-and-do-you-surrender/page/2#post-2212515 Wed, 28 Jul 2021 05:37:03 +0000 Gigi 2212515@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Shoes, for sure! Limited finances and limited space help me keep my desires in check. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/do-you-have-a-wardrobe-weakness-and-do-you-surrender/page/2#post-2212484 Wed, 28 Jul 2021 00:48:32 +0000 Carla 2212484@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Hair accessories! &nbsp;My hair grew long enough to pull back or put up during Covid lockdown, and I’ve kept it longer, &nbsp;Now I’m amassing &nbsp;quite a collection! (Some of my stash in Finds, below)</p> <p> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/do-you-have-a-wardrobe-weakness-and-do-you-surrender/page/2#post-2212483 Wed, 28 Jul 2021 00:33:44 +0000 cheryl 2212483@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>It used to be shoes but not anymore now it's jammies. I have way more pajamas of every type than anyone needs but they feel good, are cute and are super affordable. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/do-you-have-a-wardrobe-weakness-and-do-you-surrender/page/2#post-2212359 Tue, 27 Jul 2021 12:05:11 +0000 Janet 2212359@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>April, I probably need to do the same thing with outerwear! I have some pieces that I like but just haven't worn in a couple of years.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/do-you-have-a-wardrobe-weakness-and-do-you-surrender/page/2#post-2212351 Tue, 27 Jul 2021 11:02:17 +0000 April 2212351@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Nominating Mainelady for YLF "Hero of the Reframe" - a little-known but highly coveted award...</p> <p>Since Angie is way too busy, I will write her response.&nbsp; ;)&nbsp; "Handbags but I'm extremely strict with myself on sticking to a one-in, one-out policy."</p> <p>If I can get a willing photographer, I may have to try on all my outerwear and post pics so you all can help me weed out the collection.&nbsp;</p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/do-you-have-a-wardrobe-weakness-and-do-you-surrender/page/2#post-2212342 Tue, 27 Jul 2021 10:04:20 +0000 Stagiaire Fash 2212342@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>The blue dress category of my closet is strong because I am weak when facing one. A couple of my early posts on YLF 4 years ago were about buying “swing” tops and blue dresses. I laid off the blue dresses. It still is the option I like best when I see the same dress in multiple color ways. If I was to buy a casual dress now, I might allow it to be blue. Swing tops—too bad I gave those away, because they might fit now. I have a purple linen one that works. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/do-you-have-a-wardrobe-weakness-and-do-you-surrender/page/2#post-2212339 Tue, 27 Jul 2021 09:52:18 +0000 The Cat 2212339@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>In my case, it used to be scarves. However, after covid-19 came here, I have purchased only one scarf. Since March 2020, my purchases have primarily been items I really needed--bikini, underwear, socks, rain boots, reading glasses, and comfortable tops with various necklines and sleeve lengths.</p> <p>For many months now, I have lived at my old parents' place because they need my help. I have only a few scarves here and look forward to being able to go and pick up all the rest of my scarves and other clothes--hopefully in August or September. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/do-you-have-a-wardrobe-weakness-and-do-you-surrender/page/2#post-2212323 Tue, 27 Jul 2021 03:12:09 +0000 Suz 2212323@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Oooh, I love <b>Mainelady'</b>s reframe!&nbsp;</p> <p>My wardrobe strengths are therefore: outerwear (still buying it); footwear, esp. booties and boots; and, to a lesser extent, jackets, (i.e. blazers). </p> <p>Do I give in?&nbsp; <b>YES </b>to most footwear (and honestly, it never fails me, in the long run...). <b>SOMEWHAT </b>to outerwear -- I'm not yet at a one-in-one-out situation, but getting close; jackets, to a lesser degree -- this is pretty much a one-in-one-out arrangement, so I won't buy unless I'm ready to give up something else.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/do-you-have-a-wardrobe-weakness-and-do-you-surrender/page/2#post-2212319 Tue, 27 Jul 2021 02:52:52 +0000 Bijou 2212319@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I think my entire wardrobe is likely composed of my 'weaknesses' - well all except my gear capsule. Main offenders for me are: dresses, coats, jackets and boots. Having moved to working from home, I have tried to be mindful and keep my purchases realistic for my current lifestyle. It can be tricky! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/do-you-have-a-wardrobe-weakness-and-do-you-surrender/page/2#post-2212311 Tue, 27 Jul 2021 01:41:09 +0000 Jaime 2212311@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Yes, I like how Mainelady reframed the question; my strength is footwear. I cannot resist an interesting pair of shoes (includes boots, sandals, etc).&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/do-you-have-a-wardrobe-weakness-and-do-you-surrender/page/2#post-2212302 Tue, 27 Jul 2021 00:04:47 +0000 Sal 2212302@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I think dresses - I tend towards owning a few too many party/occasion wear dresses and I rarely edit them out....because I love them and "you never know".........</p> <p>If I need to go the races, a garden party, a wedding, a cocktail party or any dressy birthday parties I am sorted......... </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/do-you-have-a-wardrobe-weakness-and-do-you-surrender/page/2#post-2212297 Mon, 26 Jul 2021 23:34:25 +0000 nemosmom 2212297@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Jackets/blazers used to be my weak… er… strength But, I’ve gotten a good handle on them… now, it’s sweaters! It can be cold here from October through early-mid June, so I kind of think I can justify them, or at least I tell myself I can… </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/do-you-have-a-wardrobe-weakness-and-do-you-surrender/page/2#post-2212284 Mon, 26 Jul 2021 21:48:47 +0000 Cardiff girl 2212284@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I am glad to see that l am not alone in hoarding sweaters/jumpers!But then l do have to wear one for at least 8 months of the year,more if we get a cold summer. </p>