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YouLookFab Forum » Topic: Do you have these 50 pieces? https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/do-you-have-these-50-pieces Style Advice for Fashion Lovers en-US Sat, 04 Apr 2026 23:35:04 +0000 http://bbpress.org/?v=1.0.2 <![CDATA[Search]]> q https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/search.php Neel on "Do you have these 50 pieces?" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/do-you-have-these-50-pieces/page/2#post-1374195 Sun, 12 Oct 2014 12:15:06 +0000 Neel 1374195@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ 24. And I don't need the ones I don't have Cerinda on "Do you have these 50 pieces?" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/do-you-have-these-50-pieces/page/2#post-1374150 Sun, 12 Oct 2014 06:11:06 +0000 Cerinda 1374150@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ 22/50 despite trying to shed my classic roots.  Am I doomed? Marley on "Do you have these 50 pieces?" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/do-you-have-these-50-pieces/page/2#post-1374126 Sun, 12 Oct 2014 04:20:28 +0000 Marley 1374126@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/  I have 28 out of the 50 - but like Cocolion, many of my 28 items are duplicated several times over (or more!) CocoLion on "Do you have these 50 pieces?" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/do-you-have-these-50-pieces/page/2#post-1373997 Sat, 11 Oct 2014 20:54:06 +0000 CocoLion 1373997@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ I think I have 28 of 50 but in some categories I have multiples.  Like jeans and white tees.  And striped tops and cashmere. I believe my essential list is tiny -- jeans, tees, dress shirts, booties, leather moto, cashmere cardigan, overcoat, one LBD and one pair pumps.  However I tend to go really deep into each category, I am realizing it's part uniform love and part lust for duplicates. DonnaF on "Do you have these 50 pieces?" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/do-you-have-these-50-pieces/page/2#post-1373991 Sat, 11 Oct 2014 20:34:19 +0000 DonnaF 1373991@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ This is such an odd list!  Mini skirt and stilettos on my 61 y.o. body?  I don't think so!  Since when did a stacking ring become a *must have*?  Sadly, with our drought of the last few years, my rain boots are hardly a necessity.  But yes, I own jeans, bra and panties.  Why did she even list the latter? Deborah on "Do you have these 50 pieces?" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/do-you-have-these-50-pieces/page/2#post-1373790 Sat, 11 Oct 2014 09:14:39 +0000 Deborah 1373790@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ I find these lists so amusing. They presume a total lack of individuality and that there is only one version of style...grumping aside here goes silk blouse (N) dress shirt (N) tuxedo shirt (N) wrap dress (N) black dress (Y many) biker jacket (Y, ish) jean jacket (N) skimmer (??) single strap stiletto (N) pump (Y) satin stiletto (N) leopard heel (N) mule (N) rain boot (Y) OTK boot (Y) utility boot (Y) classic shades (Y) cat eye shades (N) pearl earring (Y) low heeled dress shoe (Y) mod boot (N) sneaker (Y) oxford (Y) shoulder bag (Y) backpack (Y) day to night bag (Y a clutch) tiny bag (N) silk scarf (N) side slit pencil skirt (N) mini (N) cashmere sweater (N) cable knit (N) breton stripe (n) white tee (Y) jean (Y) flare (Y) tuxedo (N) double-breasted jacket (N) blazer (Y) camel hair coat (Y) overcoat (Y) peacoat (N) trench coat (Y) stacking ring (Y) nude nail (N) silk PJs (N) mascara (Y) basic bra and panty (Y) lace balconette (N) red lip (Y) 21 out of 50! I feel like such a failure...just kidding. However I. toe this is a classic wardrobe and I don't consider myself classic. I might just devise my own list;) Suzanne (ambergreen) on "Do you have these 50 pieces?" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/do-you-have-these-50-pieces/page/2#post-1373750 Sat, 11 Oct 2014 04:54:19 +0000 Suzanne (ambergreen) 1373750@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ Yep, this does look like a list for a more classic eastern seaboard dresser, odd though it is in a few specifics. I'd say I have 31/50 (not counting multiples like 3 silk shirts...none of them white) but my versions are sometimes definitely not what they were thinking...my cashmere sweater is a vintage lipstick-red fitted1940s number with ribbed trim and shell buttons; my pea coat is a Life-Saver-striped 70s Hudson Bay blanket coat. No stilettos, no leopard, but yes OTK boots (eep...did I really get them maybe even more than 15 years ago?), and I do believe I have the Mod boots covered. Carole on "Do you have these 50 pieces?" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/do-you-have-these-50-pieces/page/2#post-1373683 Sat, 11 Oct 2014 03:18:02 +0000 Carole 1373683@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ 29 of 50. But I have 3 trench coats so maybe 31/50. rachylou on "Do you have these 50 pieces?" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/do-you-have-these-50-pieces/page/2#post-1373470 Fri, 10 Oct 2014 21:58:06 +0000 rachylou 1373470@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ Who I think the list is for: Woman living in a city or large town, working a pretty standard office job, who goes to hear a classical recital once a month Wednesdays and to a trendy restaurant and movie Fridays or Saturdays. Maybe takes a little walk in the park daytime weekends, the odd museum or gallery show. rachylou on "Do you have these 50 pieces?" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/do-you-have-these-50-pieces/page/2#post-1373457 Fri, 10 Oct 2014 21:46:35 +0000 rachylou 1373457@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ I do love these lists. Vastly entertaining... and certainly a place to start if you have nothing and zero clues. Ok so... I have 37/50 of the items. I find 16/50 useful on a regular and frequent basis (underlined those). <ol> <li>silk blouse (Y)</li> <li>dress shirt (N? don't know what this is)</li> <li>tuxedo shirt (N)</li> <li>wrap dress (Y, faux wrap)</li> <li>black dress (Y)</li> <li>biker jacket (N - a circus stripe cotton moto is as close as I get)</li> <li>jean jacket (Y)</li> <li>skimmer (Y, if it's what I think it is)</li> <li>single strap stiletto (N)</li> <li>pump (Y)</li> <li>satin stiletto (N)</li> <li>leopard heel (Y, if heeled sandals count)</li> <li>mule (Y)</li> <li>rain boot (Y)</li> <li>OTK boot (N)</li> <li> utility boot (N, but I do have fashion combats)</li> <li>classic shades (Y)</li> <li>cat eye shades (N)</li> <li>pearl earring (Y but I never wear them)</li> <li>low heeled dress shoe (Y)</li> <li>mod boot (N)</li> <li>sneaker (Y)</li> <li>oxford (Y)</li> <li>shoulder bag (Y)</li> <li>backpack (Y)</li> <li>day to night bag (Y)</li> <li>tiny bag (Y)</li> <li>silk scarf (Y)</li> <li>side slit pencil skirt (N)</li> <li>mini (Y)</li> <li>cashmere sweater (Y)</li> <li>cable knit (Y)</li> <li>breton stripe (Y)</li> <li>white tee (Y)</li> <li>jean (Y, fake denim)</li> <li>flare (Y)</li> <li>tuxedo (Y)</li> <li>double-breasted jacket (N)</li> <li>blazer (Y)</li> <li>camel hair coat (N)</li> <li>overcoat (Y)</li> <li>peacoat (Y)</li> <li>trench coat (Y)</li> <li>stacking ring (Y)</li> <li>nude nail (Y)</li> <li>silk PJs (Y, nightie and silky, not silk)</li> <li>mascara (Y)</li> <li>basic bra and panty (Y)</li> <li>lace balconette (Y)</li> <li>red lip (N)</li> </ol> Dee on "Do you have these 50 pieces?" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/do-you-have-these-50-pieces/page/2#post-1373301 Fri, 10 Oct 2014 16:29:06 +0000 Dee 1373301@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ 28 out of 50 for me, which is more than expected. I've never even considered many of these (mod boots, camel hair coat) as things most people would own.  thimblelina on "Do you have these 50 pieces?" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/do-you-have-these-50-pieces/page/2#post-1373288 Fri, 10 Oct 2014 16:12:03 +0000 thimblelina 1373288@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ hahaha laurinda... good one! Laurinda on "Do you have these 50 pieces?" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/do-you-have-these-50-pieces/page/2#post-1373271 Fri, 10 Oct 2014 15:35:36 +0000 Laurinda 1373271@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ I'd say I have 15/50.  To quote the Talking Heads' <a rel="nofollow" href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=I1wg1DNHbNU">Once in a Lifetime</a>: This is not my beautiful house citygirldc on "Do you have these 50 pieces?" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/do-you-have-these-50-pieces/page/2#post-1373267 Fri, 10 Oct 2014 15:28:09 +0000 citygirldc 1373267@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ I have about 36 out of 50 pieces. Diana on "Do you have these 50 pieces?" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/do-you-have-these-50-pieces/page/2#post-1373263 Fri, 10 Oct 2014 15:24:26 +0000 Diana 1373263@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ Huh.  I have 31 if you count the maybe/unclears.  I would have guessed a lot lower.      1.    silk blouse (Y)     2.    dress shirt (N)     3.    tuxedo shirt (N)     4.    wrap dress (Y, but I don't think it's what they're thinking of - mine is a lace allsaints LBD)     5.    black dress (Y)     6.    biker jacket (Y)     7.    jean jacket (Y)     8.    skimmer (Y, I only have some slipper flats but don't wear them much.)     9.    single strap stiletto (N)     10.    pump (N)     11.    satin stiletto (N)     12.    leopard heel (N)     13.    mule (N)     14.    rain boot (N)     15.    OTK boot (N)     16.    utility boot (Y)     17.    classic shades (Y, if jackie O style ones count?)     18.    cat eye shades (N but I'd like some)     19.    pearl earring (N, no earrings at all!)     20.    low heeled dress shoe (Y)     21.    mod boot (Y)     22.    sneaker (Y)     23.    oxford (Y)     24.    shoulder bag (Y)     25.    backpack (Y)     26.    day to night bag (Y)     27.    tiny bag (maybe? I have a feeling my idea of "tiny" is bigger than most people's)     28.    silk scarf (Y)     29.    side slit pencil skirt (N)     30.    mini (Y, but again probably not as mini as some people might think)     31.    cashmere sweater (Y)     32.    cable knit (Y)     33.    breton stripe (Y, I think?  I have a white tee with thin black stripes, does that count?)     34.    white tee (Y)     35.    jean (Y)     36.    flare (Y, if bootcuts count)     37.    tuxedo (N)     38.    double-breasted jacket (N)     39.    blazer (Y)     40.    camel hair coat (N)     41.    overcoat (Y)     42.    peacoat (N)     43.    trench coat (Y)     44.    stacking ring (Y)     45.    nude nail (N)     46.    silk PJs (N)     47.    mascara (Y)     48.    basic bra and panty (Y)     49.    lace balconette (Y)     50.    red lip (N) Anonymous on "Do you have these 50 pieces?" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/do-you-have-these-50-pieces/page/2#post-1373258 Fri, 10 Oct 2014 15:13:39 +0000 Anonymous 1373258@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ Ummmm......no. catgirl on "Do you have these 50 pieces?" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/do-you-have-these-50-pieces/page/2#post-1373243 Fri, 10 Oct 2014 14:58:42 +0000 catgirl 1373243@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ I have up to 18, depending on how you define things like "low heeled dress shoe".  And so many of these things don't work for me.  Why leopard?  Why camel?  Who's the target of this list?  INTERESTING! Anonymous on "Do you have these 50 pieces?" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/do-you-have-these-50-pieces/page/2#post-1373203 Fri, 10 Oct 2014 14:07:39 +0000 Anonymous 1373203@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ Those 50 pieces don't represent my lifestyle, and I don't own many of them. Mary Beth (formerly LBD) on "Do you have these 50 pieces?" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/do-you-have-these-50-pieces#post-1373187 Fri, 10 Oct 2014 13:42:56 +0000 Mary Beth (formerly LBD) 1373187@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ I thought this was an interesting compilation.   I find the slideshow format annoying - however - this one loaded up easily and I didn't have to refresh any of the images.   So snaps to their website person for that!   I get so used to seeing the "10 Must-have Classics" or lists of trends.   In truth, you could make quite the capsule wardrobe out of this, if you wanted an all-classic wardrobe.   And they featured some beautifully pieces. For my part, I was surprised to see I only had 29/50 on this list.    I thought I had more than that.   The right HEWI pair of leopard heels has been on my radar for about two years now.    Also on my list are 1)  mod boots -  I would love to have just the right spygirl, swinging 60's Britain pair.     2)   a black leather backpack (or olive)   3)  A Breton top that isn't scratchy.  4)  and a nude nail polish that doesn't take hours or UV lights to dry. <ol> <li>silk blouse ( Y)</li> <li>dress shirt (Y)</li> <li>tuxedo shirt (N)</li> <li>wrap dress (N)</li> <li>black dress (Y)</li> <li>biker jacket (Y)</li> <li>jean jacket (N)  (Had one, sold it on eBay)</li> <li>skimmer (N)</li> <li>single strap stiletto (Y)  (Two pairs, LOVE these)</li> <li>pump (Y)</li> <li>satin stiletto (Y)</li> <li>leopard heel (N) (Desperately want!   HEWI)</li> <li>mule (Y)  (about to list on eBay.   Vintage, and entirely impractical)</li> <li>rain boot (N)   (Had, donated)</li> <li>OTK boot (Y)</li> <li>utility boot (N)</li> <li>classic shades (Y)</li> <li>cat eye shades (Y)</li> <li>pearl earring (Y)   (I wear these nearly every day)</li> <li>low heeled dress shoe (Y) (fab Vara copycats from Dana Buchman via Kohl's.   Not real leather, but super cushioned and comfy.)</li> <li>mod boot (N)  (want these)</li> <li>sneaker (N)</li> <li>oxford (N)</li> <li>shoulder bag (Y)</li> <li>backpack (N)</li> <li>day to night bag (Y)</li> <li>tiny bag (Y)</li> <li>silk scarf (Y)</li> <li>side slit pencil skirt (Y)</li> <li>mini (Y)</li> <li>cashmere sweater (N)  (got rid of all wool because it ITCHES)</li> <li>cable knit (Y)</li> <li>breton stripe (N)  (Mine was scratchy, got rid of it)</li> <li>white tee (Y)</li> <li>jean (N)</li> <li>flare (Y)  (pants, not jeans)</li> <li>tuxedo (N)</li> <li>double-breasted jacket (N)</li> <li>blazer (Y)</li> <li>camel hair coat (N)</li> <li>overcoat (Y)</li> <li>peacoat (N)</li> <li>trench coat (Y)</li> <li>stacking ring (N)</li> <li>nude nail (N)</li> <li>silk PJs (N)</li> <li>mascara (Y)</li> <li>basic bra and panty (Y)</li> <li>lace balconette (Y)</li> <li>red lip (Y)</li> </ol> Niki Lea on "Do you have these 50 pieces?" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/do-you-have-these-50-pieces#post-1373186 Fri, 10 Oct 2014 13:42:35 +0000 Niki Lea 1373186@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ 31/50, but some of it is waaaaay in the back of my closet - like a silk scarf. It was a gift from a homestay student from Tawain who lived with us for a year and I've never worn it because it's an odd shade of mauve/purple. Anonymous on "Do you have these 50 pieces?" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/do-you-have-these-50-pieces#post-1373169 Fri, 10 Oct 2014 12:38:37 +0000 Anonymous 1373169@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ I got 27, including a few that only scrape by under a loose definition of whatever it is. And including the three makeup ones and the "basic bra and panty," which kind of pad the numbers. And agree with Ummlila that I just can't trust a list without a single cardigan on it. lyn67 on "Do you have these 50 pieces?" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/do-you-have-these-50-pieces#post-1373162 Fri, 10 Oct 2014 12:12:04 +0000 lyn67 1373162@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ I just logged in to say- Hi Michelle!:-) viva on "Do you have these 50 pieces?" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/do-you-have-these-50-pieces#post-1373159 Fri, 10 Oct 2014 12:06:14 +0000 viva 1373159@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ I think there should be prizes for the YLFer who has all 50 and for the true maverick who has 0. Style Fan on "Do you have these 50 pieces?" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/do-you-have-these-50-pieces#post-1373151 Fri, 10 Oct 2014 11:36:45 +0000 Style Fan 1373151@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ I found the format and the content of the slide show annoying.  I don't know how many of the items on the list I have.  I do have pearl earrings that I never wear.  I don't wear red lipstick.  No plans to.  I will decide what underwear to put on thanks.  Lyn D. on "Do you have these 50 pieces?" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/do-you-have-these-50-pieces#post-1373075 Fri, 10 Oct 2014 04:40:42 +0000 Lyn D. 1373075@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ 23 out of fifty- I guess I fail Suz on "Do you have these 50 pieces?" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/do-you-have-these-50-pieces#post-1373032 Fri, 10 Oct 2014 03:38:52 +0000 Suz 1373032@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ Fascinating! And hi, Michelle -- so great to see you!!!!  I have 28 of these things. (Waving to Joy and Debbie!!)  But like you, Laura, I never wear my pearl earrings.  Nodding along with rebeka that my "useful" 50 list would be almost entirely different. In fact, I only find 18 of these items truly useful to me (workhorse type items).  Hmm. I might try to come up with my personal top 50.  rebekahphoto on "Do you have these 50 pieces?" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/do-you-have-these-50-pieces#post-1373004 Fri, 10 Oct 2014 03:11:33 +0000 rebekahphoto 1373004@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ I have 42/ 50 on the list. (except these items) But the irony is, I wear some of these items only on rare occasions.....so "more" is not always more....My useful list of "top 50" would be a bit different. <ol> <li>single strap stiletto (N)</li> <li>satin stiletto (N)</li> <li>cat eye shades (N)</li> <li>mule (N)</li> <li>flare (N)</li> <li>tuxedo (N)</li> <li>camel hair coat (N)</li> <li>stacking ring (N)</li> </ol> Michelle on "Do you have these 50 pieces?" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/do-you-have-these-50-pieces#post-1373000 Fri, 10 Oct 2014 03:08:49 +0000 Michelle 1373000@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ What a very odd list! Their omissions are almost as weird as their inclusions, I mean, if they're going to tell people to own underwear, why neglect to mention socks? And they cover practically every dated shoe style in the book, but completely gloss over the occasionally useful garments known as jeans? Or pants of any description, come to think of it? I'm totally with Sveta here - Angie's approach of preparing shorter, more flexible lists works a lot better for this girl! P.S. Anyone claiming that certain articles of intimate apparel or colours of makeup are universal is missing something kind of fundamental about fashion. Emphasis on fun, though - these lists are certainly amusing! Your reply Mo on "Do you have these 50 pieces?" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/do-you-have-these-50-pieces#post-1372995 Fri, 10 Oct 2014 03:01:50 +0000 Mo 1372995@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ I hate slideshows, too.  Worst part of the internet besides trolls lol.   MsMary, you should totally go for the cropped destroyed MuuBaa leather jacket if sleeves lenght is your issue. Una, Rae, and I all have (had?) one and the bracelet sleeves totally rock for short arms.  As for the list, I just put all my clothes back in the closet and haven't really had time to assess, but just knowing my style vs. most lists I'm probably at 60%.  thimblelina on "Do you have these 50 pieces?" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/do-you-have-these-50-pieces#post-1372992 Fri, 10 Oct 2014 02:57:31 +0000 thimblelina 1372992@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ I have 30 of this 50 & I have a very small wardrobe. But really you should have what you wear, period. A list like this is only useful if you give an unfamiliar piece among the suggestions some real consideration & actually start styling it & wearing it! I think a lot of women feel very chagrined by lists like this, dutifully buy what they think they 'should' be wearing & still end up feeling like they have nothing to wear. That whole dynamic strikes me as sad. But I share your curiosity about these kinds of lists. (Oh, and can you find me the grown @ss woman who doesn't own a bra & panties??? LOL)