https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/fun-with-finds---sweaters Style Advice for Fashion Lovers en-US Wed, 15 Apr 2026 00:53:26 +0000 http://bbpress.org/?v=1.0.2 q https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/search.php https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/fun-with-finds---sweaters#post-2082038 Wed, 04 Dec 2019 17:44:39 +0000 Irina 2082038@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Wow, this is inspiring! I now what to do the same! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/fun-with-finds---sweaters#post-2082037 Wed, 04 Dec 2019 17:36:50 +0000 kkards 2082037@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>i did this last year during my clean out, and i've tried really hard to make sure that i added new purchases in this years </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/fun-with-finds---sweaters#post-2082031 Wed, 04 Dec 2019 17:16:40 +0000 Anonymous 2082031@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Yaaaaaassssss </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/fun-with-finds---sweaters#post-2082030 Wed, 04 Dec 2019 17:14:57 +0000 Helena 2082030@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>And there goes my productivity today ... *sigh* ...</p> <p><a rel="nofollow" href="https://youlookfab.com/finds/collections/?member=torontogirl">https://youlookfab.com/finds/c.....orontogirl</a></p> <p> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/fun-with-finds---sweaters#post-2082023 Wed, 04 Dec 2019 17:03:25 +0000 Anonymous 2082023@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Love this! And glad you subdivided them, as cardis and pullover sweaters have different functions.<br /> I'll need to do this too </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/fun-with-finds---sweaters#post-2082022 Wed, 04 Dec 2019 17:00:00 +0000 Jenn 2082022@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I don’t have a lot of sweaters, but I still count cardigans as toppers. It just makes more sense to me, given how I put outfits together. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/fun-with-finds---sweaters#post-2082014 Wed, 04 Dec 2019 16:36:16 +0000 notsaf 2082014@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I *always* forgot that the reason I'm not wearing one thing or the other because it's not the right season. This has been a cause of needless churn in the past. Really, much better to let those pieces go have a rest in a drawer than to toss the baby out with the bathwater. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/fun-with-finds---sweaters#post-2082012 Wed, 04 Dec 2019 16:33:24 +0000 notsaf 2082012@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Nice work! Honestly, this all looks very cohesive! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/fun-with-finds---sweaters#post-2081997 Wed, 04 Dec 2019 15:18:38 +0000 Helena 2081997@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Nm - I change how it's all separated all the time ... I can't figure out the best way ... but might create a space for transitional items, because then I won't start giving them stink-eye for not getting worn </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/fun-with-finds---sweaters#post-2081993 Wed, 04 Dec 2019 14:55:01 +0000 RobinF 2081993@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Very nice! I can see how this will make it easier to figure out wardrobe holes. I like that you separated them by season, makes a lot of sense. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/fun-with-finds---sweaters#post-2081991 Wed, 04 Dec 2019 14:50:48 +0000 nemosmom 2081991@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Ooh very smart to split them by weight! Are they separated that way in your closet, too? If so, does that help you get dressed? </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/fun-with-finds---sweaters#post-2081988 Wed, 04 Dec 2019 14:40:14 +0000 Helena 2081988@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Okay wise ones, I've taken your advice and further sub-divided this collection. I was initially hesitant to do so, but as <b>Angie </b>notes, this is probably my most significant category of items because I wear them for such a long portion of the year.</p> <p>This puts my three-season sweater collection at a downright reasonable 19 pieces, my transitional sweaters at a very reasonable 5 (given I also use t-shirts and blouses more frequently during this weather), and my toppers and light jackets at 7.&nbsp;</p> <p>Now I actually feel like I could do with a few more three-season sweaters lol! And to <b>Nemos </b>point, these should NOT be navy crewnecks or burgundy v's or gray anything ha! I have a few sweaters that I feel should be workhorses but aren't - might give some thought to replacing these, but going to wait a while and see.&nbsp;</p> <p>I now have:<br />- sweaters (fall/winter/spring)&nbsp;</p> <p><a rel="nofollow" href="https://youlookfab.com/finds/collections/?collection=8103">https://youlookfab.com/finds/c.....ction=8103</a></p> <p>- sweaters (transitional weather)&nbsp;</p> <p><a rel="nofollow" href="https://youlookfab.com/finds/collections/?collection=8110">https://youlookfab.com/finds/c.....ction=8110</a></p> <p>- toppers &amp; light jackets&nbsp;</p> <p><a rel="nofollow" href="https://youlookfab.com/finds/collections/?collection=8109">https://youlookfab.com/finds/c.....ction=8109</a></p> <p>I'm still not 100% sure where the cardigans fit; the gray one I only wear in cold winter as it's loose enough to throw over even a sweater; the striped one is only transitional as it's fitted enough it needs to go over a sleeveless top. But for now they can stay with toppers. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/fun-with-finds---sweaters#post-2081979 Wed, 04 Dec 2019 13:38:53 +0000 nemosmom 2081979@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>This looks awesome!! You are off to a great start!&nbsp; I find it really helpful to spot dupes, especially when I <u>think I want</u> a particular item. Because, really, how many green crewneck pullovers does one person really need?!?! </p> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/fun-with-finds---sweaters#post-2081960 Wed, 04 Dec 2019 11:37:10 +0000 Cee 2081960@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Lotsa variety there, kids ! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/fun-with-finds---sweaters#post-2081928 Wed, 04 Dec 2019 05:32:10 +0000 Angie 2081928@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Good job! I do this type of capsuling in Finds all the time! It makes me see where my holes and duplications are. That’s why documenting your wardrobe is key. So worth the initial effort. </p> <p>I don’t think 27 is excessive at all! You wear them 6 to 8 months of the year. </p> <p>I wear knitwear all the time! Summer too if it’s not a warm day. So I have a LOT. But I don’t wear tees or cardigans. So there is that. I wear pullovers, shirts and blouses. That’s it. Or dresses. </p> <p>Here is all my knitwear. Some of it is occasion wear. Some of it layering essentials. Some of it holiday. Some of it only for skirts. Many colours and thickness, and levels of warmth. I have a one in one out policy too. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/fun-with-finds---sweaters#post-2081912 Wed, 04 Dec 2019 04:37:41 +0000 rachylou 2081912@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>If only I had *only* 27! Well done getting them into finds! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/fun-with-finds---sweaters#post-2081889 Wed, 04 Dec 2019 03:10:35 +0000 Jaime 2081889@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Interesting. Now I would not really categorize pull over sweaters with something like long cardigans that are worn open. On the other hand, shorter cardigans that I almost always wear closed do fit the category. Also v necks, that really require an under layer in the winter, are functionally not the same as crew necks that can stand alone. And very thin sweaters, that I would only wear under something else are not the same as bulkier, stand alone ones. See I cut your sweaters down to much smaller numbers with my keyboard. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/fun-with-finds---sweaters#post-2081871 Wed, 04 Dec 2019 02:25:37 +0000 Kathie 2081871@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Great job!! I find it very helpful to group by category. It’s an instant visual for whether I might need more or less of that category. I also love seeing all the colors (or, complete lack of some colors.) </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/fun-with-finds---sweaters#post-2081860 Wed, 04 Dec 2019 01:37:55 +0000 Anonymous 2081860@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I like this . I can imagine the actual numbers of things in front of me would be very sobering . </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/fun-with-finds---sweaters#post-2081856 Wed, 04 Dec 2019 01:21:26 +0000 Style Fan 2081856@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Impressive.&nbsp; Starting with the largest category does make a lot of sense. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/fun-with-finds---sweaters#post-2081839 Wed, 04 Dec 2019 00:21:09 +0000 Janet 2081839@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>That’s great! </p> <p>I started making collections for capsules with a few categories just starting with what I already had in Finds, and working from memory to add some items that I didn’t already have in Finds. I started with a couple of footwear and jacket/topper categories. Hey, it’s occupying time during 8 hours as a passenger in the car while we are on our last leg home. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/fun-with-finds---sweaters#post-2081834 Wed, 04 Dec 2019 00:02:35 +0000 notsaf 2081834@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>In case it helps, I've found it helpful to group cardigans with other toppers rather than with sweaters. Just something to think about in terms of seeing what you have. Congrats and good luck! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/fun-with-finds---sweaters#post-2081828 Tue, 03 Dec 2019 23:36:54 +0000 Jenn 2081828@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Smart starting with the biggest category! I felt the same way about the numbers the first time I categorized my wardrobe. It really helped me to be more logical about my purchases. In my case, it was t-shirts that I had twenty-some of, and know that convinced me to stop buying them as a default. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/fun-with-finds---sweaters#post-2081818 Tue, 03 Dec 2019 22:58:21 +0000 Anonymous 2081818@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Well done!. &nbsp;I commend you. &nbsp;Although it might seem like a lot of work, these types of exercises really pay off. &nbsp;</p> <p>Taking it one wardrobe category at a time is the way I approached it. &nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/fun-with-finds---sweaters#post-2081814 Tue, 03 Dec 2019 22:51:21 +0000 Helena 2081814@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Hi friends, inspired by Nemosmom's incredible Finds organization, I'm determined to document my wardrobe, one category at a time. The biggest category I own is definitely sweaters (bigger than I though, as it turns out - I was a bit shocked by the final number of 27!).</p> <p><a rel="nofollow" href="https://youlookfab.com/finds/collections/?collection=8103">https://youlookfab.com/finds/c.....ction=8103</a></p> <p>These pieces are all in good repair and sufficiently up to date. The majority of them are good from fall right through the spring, with about 6 of them being 'transitional' sweaters I only wear in late spring/early fall. Still, 21 sweaters seems like more than I'll wear; being a creature of habit I think a two-week supply is plenty. On super-cold days I also bust out my warm hoodies, etc. which I haven't counted here as they are 'gear' in my mind.</p> <p>So, from this I can say: <ul> <li>probably need to move towards a 'one in one out' strategy for sweaters as I buy additional pieces (which I really don't need to do soon!)</li> <li>if I put something on and it doesn't feel good (more than once, let's say - allowing for off days!), I can probably pass items along while they are still in good shape and current for someone else to use. The Uniqlo white turtleneck is currently next on the chopping block - I'm glad I tried it and WANT to like it, but I'm still not feeling it and think a darker colour would have been a better choice for this piece.</li> <li>there is a lot of repetition in this collection, which is fine, but I think I can stay open to different-looking pieces, particularly varied neutrals and deep tones in different styles, textures or patterns might be good to consider going forward.</li> </ul> So Phase 1 is complete - next to be tackled - pants - a much smaller job! I'll try to get to it later in the week.</p> <p>PS - Not all the pieces shown in the collection are the exact ones - I've tried to get as representative as possible. I'll improve the accuracy as I add new items </p>