https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/end-of-summer-musings Style Advice for Fashion Lovers en-US Wed, 15 Apr 2026 05:43:07 +0000 http://bbpress.org/?v=1.0.2 q https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/search.php https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/end-of-summer-musings/page/2#post-2279930 Sat, 03 Sep 2022 04:24:55 +0000 Anonymous 2279930@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Helena, I am sorry you got Covid. &nbsp;I am hearing of more cases and suspect that it is a newer variant as some have had it before. &nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/end-of-summer-musings/page/2#post-2279900 Fri, 02 Sep 2022 20:15:31 +0000 Suz 2279900@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I'm so sorry about the Covid. It seems to be virtually impossible to escape it now. Sigh.... I hope you are feeling better.&nbsp;</p> <p>LOVE your new jacket! What a fab purchase for you -- it will add some energy all in itself. Fun textural interest.&nbsp;</p> <p>I haven't done an analysis of the summer yet, nor have I really thought ahead much to fall. But I'm pretty sure I know my MVPs and can show them. As you can see -- life is casual. :)&nbsp;</p> <p>I bought a lot of undies this summer (basics) and some sale sandals and sneakers to replace worn out ones ahead of next season, along with a few items for the fall. But I did not shop a lot and don't think I will shop much in the autumn, either, except maybe in consignment stores. We shall see.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/end-of-summer-musings/page/2#post-2279894 Fri, 02 Sep 2022 17:50:40 +0000 Helena 2279894@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Thanks so much everyone - definitely on the mend and very grateful that I've had the ability to fully rest and recover. I'm sure I'll be much more back to normal for next week.</p> <p>Jules, yes! I love Garage too - DD loves it and I have to admit I've bought things there in the past for myself. Glad you are finding some good inspiration at Dynamite; they've got some gems for sure. Hope you find some good fall stuff! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/end-of-summer-musings/page/2#post-2279891 Fri, 02 Sep 2022 16:03:22 +0000 Janet 2279891@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I'm late to this but hope you're feeling better!&nbsp;</p> <p>Great self-reflection on where you are stylewise. I've not reflected on the summer season yet, since we're still in it, although as it winds down, it's a good time to do it, and take stock for an edit and preparing for fall!&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/end-of-summer-musings#post-2279888 Fri, 02 Sep 2022 15:28:49 +0000 Jules 2279888@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Hope you’re feeling better now Helena?</p> <p>The jacket is great! I’m replying now because I’ve just clued in that Dynamite is the grown up brand to Garage, where I’ve been ordering a ton of stuff for my younger DD. Their clothes are a great fit on her currently (she’s 12 and has a petite frame but with a bit more weight on it, and their size 7 is generally a great fit). She just got great wide leg jeans and has carpenter pants I quite envy, lol! I even tried a pair for myself but it was a definite moment of realizing 48yo me can’t do 22yo me clothes anymore, they are just better left to a 12yo). Anyway point being I’ve been very happy with their offerings for her and online ordering and returns process, so I will take a closer look at Dynamite for myself, thanks to you and LJP. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/end-of-summer-musings#post-2279665 Wed, 31 Aug 2022 13:55:14 +0000 RobinF 2279665@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Oh sorry about Covid! None in my little immediate family so far - knock on wood. Hope you recover quickly!</p> <p>I admire your clear goals and restraint. Sounds like you know where you are going and I like that you base it on how it FEELS rather than how it LOOKS. Such an important distinction.</p> <p>Love the new jacket!</p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/end-of-summer-musings#post-2279638 Wed, 31 Aug 2022 12:02:29 +0000 Anonymous 2279638@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Great jacket- and hope you have a speedy recovery!<br /> To me, fitting in is very different depending on context. A bright tie dye blends in at a festival, but not at the bank etc. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/end-of-summer-musings#post-2279617 Wed, 31 Aug 2022 08:06:40 +0000 Jenni NZ 2279617@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Hope you recover well and quickly. Really good thoughts about what you want to feel like on the clothes. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/end-of-summer-musings#post-2279589 Wed, 31 Aug 2022 05:36:52 +0000 Bijou 2279589@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>So sorry to hear you have caught Covid.&nbsp; I did not suffer too much from it, with my symptoms being similar to a cold - but it was frightening getting the diagnosis given how random the severity can be between people.</p> <p>I like your wardrobe plan. It is great to see how you have clearly identified what works for you. I do the opposite for social engagements and dress in an outgoing way when socialising as it puts me in a exuberant mood making it easier for me to mix with people I don't know well.</p> <p> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/end-of-summer-musings#post-2279586 Wed, 31 Aug 2022 04:34:11 +0000 SarahD8 2279586@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Helena, I'm really sorry to hear that you are down with COVID! Hope your symptoms continue to be mild and that it doesn't spread further through your household.</p> <p>SO much wisdom in your post and in the thread. I relate very much to the idea of two lifestyle buckets that are not super different in clothing requirements but that call for different feelings. YES! This really made a penny drop for me so thank you. Also the idea that different people might have different strategies to achieve the same feeling is very astute.</p> <p>I am thinking about what my feeling words are. For at home I want to feel comfortable, creative, and focused. For our in the world: intentional is one of the words but still working on two others. You can tell I don't get out much even without COVID!</p> <p>It has been great seeing you come into more of a sense of ease with your closet this year, and look sensational doing it. I look forward to seeing how things develop for you in the fall. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/end-of-summer-musings#post-2279574 Wed, 31 Aug 2022 02:35:24 +0000 Stagiaire Fash 2279574@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Interesting about being “protected”. That word jumped out at me with a big question mark too. </p> <p>I’m glad your Covid case is mild, hope that continues and that it doesn’t spread through your circles. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/end-of-summer-musings#post-2279572 Wed, 31 Aug 2022 01:40:56 +0000 Helena 2279572@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>merwoman thanks, and Brooklyn glad your case was mild and hope DH is doing better now - it's really strange how it impacts everyone so differently. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/end-of-summer-musings#post-2279570 Wed, 31 Aug 2022 01:39:58 +0000 Helena 2279570@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Jaime, I remembered that and I'm so glad you added it as I think that illustrates the point so well ... first to figure out how you/I/one wants to feel, and then to work out what makes you feel that way personally - both elements will be different for everyone; another reason why the "personal" part of style is so key imo! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/end-of-summer-musings#post-2279569 Wed, 31 Aug 2022 01:26:51 +0000 Jaime 2279569@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Glad your case is mild Helena and hope you enjoy your rest a bit too. Like L I noticed the use of protected. I have the same feeling sometimes but feel more protected wearing louder things that do the talking for me, if that makes sense. Anyway, it sounds like you are in a very good place and hope you get well soon! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/end-of-summer-musings#post-2279558 Wed, 31 Aug 2022 00:17:03 +0000 Brooklyn 2279558@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>That’s bad luck Helena. I got it also about 2 weeks ago. I’m ok but unfortunately I gave it to my husband and it really flattened him (despite 4 vaxes). Hope you recover soon. </p> <p>It sounds like you are in a good place with your wardrobe. I feel like I am too. For Spring I’m adding some wide leg cargo pants. I’ve missed them since the 90s… </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/end-of-summer-musings#post-2279549 Tue, 30 Aug 2022 22:22:26 +0000 merwoman 2279549@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Your musings make perfect sense Helena. Hope your family is taking care of you while you recover. Sending healing thoughts. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/end-of-summer-musings#post-2279545 Tue, 30 Aug 2022 21:56:56 +0000 Helena 2279545@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Rachy, thank you - I really feel like I am! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/end-of-summer-musings#post-2279542 Tue, 30 Aug 2022 21:38:26 +0000 rachylou 2279542@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Oh bummer about covid. You held out a long time!</p> <p>It sounds to me like you’re in a good place wardrobe wise actually… </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/end-of-summer-musings#post-2279538 Tue, 30 Aug 2022 21:26:02 +0000 Helena 2279538@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Thank you Christie; I'm glad you found it helpful! I think it's something Angie says and many other resources too, but sometimes things click at certain times and this is one for me. Love your *feeling* words! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/end-of-summer-musings#post-2279537 Tue, 30 Aug 2022 21:10:01 +0000 ChristelJ 2279537@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>So sorry you are stuck at home with the virus, and glad to hear it's mild! Your musings are a very productive way to pass the time.<br /> I am struck by your focus on how you want to feel in your clothing. That's brilliant. You made me ponder how I want to feel this fall, and the words that popped to mind are relaxed and arty. I can relate to wanting to feel as put together at home as when out and about, which for me means adding jewelry.<br /> Love the new jacket, I'm sure it's beautiful on you! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/end-of-summer-musings#post-2279534 Tue, 30 Aug 2022 20:25:46 +0000 Helena 2279534@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Thank you so much everyone! X</p> <p>Jaileen I had the same thoughts about the BR jacket! Do you think you'll try it? (And so glad to hear your Mom got through her bout ok!) </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/end-of-summer-musings#post-2279531 Tue, 30 Aug 2022 20:14:52 +0000 JAileen 2279531@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p><div>I hope you feel better soon. &nbsp;My 98 YO mother got it and is fine. &nbsp;Your immune system is probably 1000 percent better than hers, so I feel certain you’ll be fine.</div><div><br /></div>Okay, I love your new jacket. &nbsp;It reminds of the the BR fleece jacket in Angie’s post, which I was looking at yesterday! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/end-of-summer-musings#post-2279529 Tue, 30 Aug 2022 20:02:56 +0000 Sal 2279529@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Rest up and take it easy! For longer than you want to.</p> <p>Pleased to see you confident in your style Helena- I think you are nailing it. It’s just now additions for replacements or evolution. </p> <p>I relied heavily on scarves this winter - two new and several old ones. Especially when taking an at home outfit out- a scarf and my lace up boots felt just right with everything from straighter jeans to thick leggings. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/end-of-summer-musings#post-2279523 Tue, 30 Aug 2022 19:14:18 +0000 Style Fan 2279523@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Darn Covid!&nbsp; I hope you feel better soon.&nbsp; Your new jacket looks like it will work well for our fall.</p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/end-of-summer-musings#post-2279516 Tue, 30 Aug 2022 18:26:22 +0000 Irina 2279516@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Interesting post!<br />Hope you will feel better soon.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/end-of-summer-musings#post-2279513 Tue, 30 Aug 2022 18:22:03 +0000 Helena 2279513@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Lisa, just realized I didn't answer your question about "protected" - I think this made more sense in my head than it did in my post, but what I've learned about myself is that the further afield I am from my comfort zone (e.g. out and about, with people I don't know well, in big crowds, etc.) the more I use my clothing as a bit of a psychological protective barrier, which for me looks like safe choices that blend in with the scenery (i.e. in most of my contexts, black and understated). Not exactly revolutionary, but for me, recognizing contexts when I want to be protected means if I'm feeling red this season, I'm going to look for it in a sweatshirt or leggings rather than a dress. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/end-of-summer-musings#post-2279511 Tue, 30 Aug 2022 18:14:05 +0000 Helena 2279511@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Thanks Angie! I am enjoying the colour too ... The key of course is to just follow my feelings on it -as you well have told me!</p> <p>Tentative yes on a new jean jacket ... I am sure one will find it's way to me at some point but also open to something a little different to fill that hole, so just going to wait (prob to spring) and see what grabs me </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/end-of-summer-musings#post-2279500 Tue, 30 Aug 2022 16:51:38 +0000 Angie 2279500@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Blast that sodding COVID </p> <p>Feel better soon, and sending healing thoughts. Glad your symptoms are mild. Hang in there, <b>Helena</b>!</p> <p>LOVE the jacket! (And don't you need to find a replacement denim jacket?)&nbsp;</p> <p>LOVE that you're wearing some colour, and making the 70% less dressy and more isolated side of your style as important as the 30%!&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/end-of-summer-musings#post-2279494 Tue, 30 Aug 2022 16:33:17 +0000 Helena 2279494@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Carla, that's awesome - I'm always inspired by the way you constantly evolve your style, but with discipline. Hooray for some extra budget!</p> <p>Lisa, I would say it's definitely an outdoor jacket vs. an indoor one - I'd say I'll start wearing in late September, when the temps are topping out in the mid-teens. It's only got a small percentage of wool, but it does feel like a thinner wool jacket. Not sure if that's at all helpful. FWIW I did think of you when I was buying it! I think you'd like it - they did have several really nice toppers in there, some bit lighter. Agreed - Dynamite always has something worth checking out!</p> <p>CG indeed, and it's so easy to forget!</p> <p>Thanks to all for the kind thoughts too; we really have been fortunate for the last 2 years so I'm not complaining (well maybe just a bit )&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/end-of-summer-musings#post-2279487 Tue, 30 Aug 2022 16:24:35 +0000 Cardiff girl 2279487@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Oh no !l am amazed with children in the house that you haven’t had it before so well done you for going so long.l hope that it remains mild and boring (!)for you.<div>I think that trying to give as much care to your everyday outfits as you do to your going out stuff is a really good idea.l think we can all be abit guilty of focusing alot on the high days but not giving too much thought to the day to day even though that is what we wear most of the time.</div> </p>