https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/gear-rules-but-also-gear-rules Style Advice for Fashion Lovers en-US Wed, 29 Apr 2026 11:21:15 +0000 http://bbpress.org/?v=1.0.2 q https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/search.php https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/gear-rules-but-also-gear-rules/page/2#post-2194011 Mon, 10 May 2021 08:20:32 +0000 Sally 2194011@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>You really have the athleisure look down pat, and make it look polished.&nbsp; I don't go there because unlike you I am not good at even keeping work looks polished.&nbsp; I do have a pair of track pants I wear to the park, otherwise its yoga pants for the mat, but it would be a slippery slope for me to wear them anywhere else.&nbsp; &nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/gear-rules-but-also-gear-rules#post-2194006 Mon, 10 May 2021 07:52:48 +0000 Stagiaire Fash 2194006@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Come, now, Rachy! We all know that you are the progenitor of the Camping Dress thing! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/gear-rules-but-also-gear-rules#post-2193918 Sun, 09 May 2021 20:45:52 +0000 rachylou 2193918@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>No real stories. I’m just the Hapless Camper. Just a Series of Unfortunate Events. The rain pants that came apart at the seams. The convertible trousers that only have one leg. The tech jacket whose forearms - and only the forearms - were permanently stained by dirt on the first wear. The waterproof fancy Goretex parka that isn’t and doesn’t hold heat either. The hiking boots whose soles broke off in little pieces between front door and the car before I’d even gone anywhere. It’s really better for me to stay out of REI and just go to the hardware store. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/gear-rules-but-also-gear-rules#post-2193804 Sun, 09 May 2021 10:48:14 +0000 Staysfit 2193804@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p></p> <p>From the examples you post, your “gear rules” work perfectly with your classic, polished, casual style. &nbsp;Mixing some non-gear into the mix may help, but all your pieces are subtle and classic so they do not stand out or make you look like you are headed to the gym.&nbsp;</p> <div><br /></div><div>I have periodically used “enclothed cognition”. &nbsp;For example, when I am feeling tired or out of sorts, I take extra care to wear something polished, make sure I apply makeup, and will be more likely to wear a statement item and accessories that makes me feel happy and energized. &nbsp;&nbsp;</div></p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/gear-rules-but-also-gear-rules#post-2193651 Sat, 08 May 2021 14:07:18 +0000 Anonymous 2193651@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>You have nailed that polished casual style. My own rule for gear is no visable logos and I size up. I wear regular clothes like jeans and a blouse to exercise. A dressed up pair of jeans can go almost anywhere.<br /> I would also love to hear Rachy’s camping story.<br /> I really like all your outfits, but #1 most of all. Stripes seem just right here. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/gear-rules-but-also-gear-rules#post-2193634 Sat, 08 May 2021 12:55:57 +0000 Helena 2193634@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Beth, that's it exactly! I swear I've done 4 extra walks this week!</p> <p>Rachy, I feel there's a camping story you must share .... </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/gear-rules-but-also-gear-rules#post-2193588 Sat, 08 May 2021 04:06:14 +0000 Beth Ann 2193588@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Love the first look!&nbsp; In my mind, moving often leads to more health and vitality, which seriously ups my style quotient!&nbsp; Your looks have good proportions and are clean and polished. When I'm dressed like this, it's easy to hit my yoga mat or the neighborhood for a little extra movement time!&nbsp; I'd love to look this good doing it! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/gear-rules-but-also-gear-rules#post-2193581 Sat, 08 May 2021 03:21:04 +0000 rachylou 2193581@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>#4 is probably my favourite. It’s the picture I have in my head of a classic, polished gear look. The neat hair is also key. </p> <p>I have terrible trouble when I want to wear camping gear... I basically don’t... </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/gear-rules-but-also-gear-rules#post-2193309 Fri, 07 May 2021 13:18:05 +0000 RobinF 2193309@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>You make gear look perfectly polished! I don't wear leggings casually but that is because they aren't comfortable for me. These look great. My favorite is #3, love that long sweater.</p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/gear-rules-but-also-gear-rules#post-2193304 Fri, 07 May 2021 13:10:13 +0000 Anonymous 2193304@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Love the outfit with the moto! You're way more polished than me in gear too! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/gear-rules-but-also-gear-rules#post-2193288 Fri, 07 May 2021 12:23:44 +0000 Helena 2193288@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Thanks so much everyone! </p> <p>Carla, I think you look great in your leggings!</p> <p>Roxanna, it's not lost on me that if the temps were as they are and it was October, I'd be basking in the sweater-and-boots-y goodness of it ... But after winter and that brief warm snap we had, it's a hell no from me Agree, the languishing mood doesn't help one bit either </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/gear-rules-but-also-gear-rules#post-2193249 Fri, 07 May 2021 09:17:03 +0000 Sal 2193249@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>You look great in your gear. And I get your rules that make you feel great too. My favourite was 1.</p> <p>I wear bright gear often outside - especially biking. For weekend casual I mostly wear these blue leggings as I like the length and feel of them. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/gear-rules-but-also-gear-rules#post-2193163 Fri, 07 May 2021 02:13:03 +0000 Jaime 2193163@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I am so impressed with your insight. You have explained your thought process and rule development process beautifully, and the execution is perfect. I feel like I know you a bit better just from reading this post.<br />Anyway, to answer your question, substitute mood for seasonal changes and yes. Not sure what my core style rules are -I have to think about that. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/gear-rules-but-also-gear-rules#post-2193155 Fri, 07 May 2021 01:50:48 +0000 Anonymous 2193155@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I think number one is my extra fave. You definitely do maintain your polish in these. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/gear-rules-but-also-gear-rules#post-2193151 Fri, 07 May 2021 01:40:14 +0000 Carla 2193151@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Confession time. &nbsp;After all my protestations about&nbsp;<i>not&nbsp;</i>wearing gear around the house - I was wet and cold after getting caught in the rain during a long walk on Tuesday. &nbsp;(Learned that my puffer isn’t water proof.). On arriving home, dug around in my gear drawer and pulled out some fleece lined leggings!&nbsp;</p> <div><br /></div><div>You look much more polished, Helena! &nbsp;#4 is my favourite. Carry on...</div></p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/gear-rules-but-also-gear-rules#post-2193143 Fri, 07 May 2021 01:09:28 +0000 Roxanna 2193143@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Huh. I never thought about it, but this’ cold spring’ does the exact same to me; even more this year when I’m ‘languishing’ working from home. Thanks for the insight </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/gear-rules-but-also-gear-rules#post-2193135 Fri, 07 May 2021 00:54:07 +0000 Helena 2193135@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Thank you so much everyone! LaPed, you said it much better than I did: "get up, get out, get moving!"</p> <p>The great thing about YLF is that even in gear mode, I always feel encouraged to make the effort, if only for myself. (Lisa, all my masks have lipstick stains, lol)</p> <p>Thank you so much everyone for the kind and positive comments! Xo </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/gear-rules-but-also-gear-rules#post-2193087 Thu, 06 May 2021 22:16:01 +0000 Style Fan 2193087@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>You look very polished in your gear, Helena.&nbsp; I also stay away from the crazy coloured gear.&nbsp;&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/gear-rules-but-also-gear-rules#post-2193018 Thu, 06 May 2021 19:23:51 +0000 smittie 2193018@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Oh I like your Sporty Spice looks, Helena!<br /> I think you look super cute and I agree. The key is extreme polish! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/gear-rules-but-also-gear-rules#post-2193015 Thu, 06 May 2021 19:21:04 +0000 Suz 2193015@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>This is brilliant, <b>Helena</b>, and you are living proof that gear can be fashionable and practical at the same time. Your polish makes <b>allllll</b> the difference. Love each and every one of the outfits on you.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/gear-rules-but-also-gear-rules#post-2192962 Thu, 06 May 2021 17:12:11 +0000 Stagiaire Fash 2192962@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>These are great outfits. I still don’t understand the resistance to gear around ylf. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/gear-rules-but-also-gear-rules#post-2192959 Thu, 06 May 2021 17:07:13 +0000 Angie 2192959@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I like the standards you've set for yourself,<b> Helena</b>! And I expected nothing but super polished, neatness, and classic simplicity from you. You nailed it </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/gear-rules-but-also-gear-rules#post-2192941 Thu, 06 May 2021 16:27:00 +0000 kkards 2192941@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>My general gear rule...1 piece of gear at a time (sneakers don’t count). So a sweatshirt with jeans, or a sweater with leggings....<br />anyway these outfits are FAB! And in no way well gearish. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/gear-rules-but-also-gear-rules#post-2192924 Thu, 06 May 2021 15:18:24 +0000 slim cat 2192924@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Great outfits - perfect rules! Outfit #1 and #5 are my fav - love the use of the jackets ( obsessing over more structured toppers currently )!<br />You look fab! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/gear-rules-but-also-gear-rules#post-2192916 Thu, 06 May 2021 14:54:07 +0000 Anonymous 2192916@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I share your same "rules" and ideas re gear dressing. &nbsp;Mascara and groomed brows are not optional in my world, (no lip colour because masks are worn here all the time) and my hair is only "not done" if I'm headed to the gym for a particularly aggressive workout and will be showing afterward anyways. &nbsp;I don't wear crazy coloured gear either - mostly black, grey, etc . &nbsp;I'm finding it hard to dress in "regular clothes" right now too because the weather is so miserably cold still. Day after day, and with little sun. &nbsp;So gear and softer jackets feel better. &nbsp;I still really love the outfit you have on in photo 1 - just so cute! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/gear-rules-but-also-gear-rules#post-2192913 Thu, 06 May 2021 14:45:47 +0000 chewyspaghetti 2192913@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I think you've figured out a way to make it work for you. #1 is my fave! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/gear-rules-but-also-gear-rules#post-2192912 Thu, 06 May 2021 14:44:31 +0000 Janet 2192912@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Bijou took the words out of my mouth. You wear it well in the best spirit of athleisure. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/gear-rules-but-also-gear-rules#post-2192911 Thu, 06 May 2021 14:39:30 +0000 notsaf 2192911@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I like #4 especially: looks very cozy but also super sharp! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/gear-rules-but-also-gear-rules#post-2192909 Thu, 06 May 2021 14:33:40 +0000 LaPed 2192909@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>These are great! They are very true to your style in terms of palette and silhouette; you incorporate your activewear into everyday outfits seamlessly! I think #2 with the striped shirt is my fav; I'll have to copy that. And I know just what you mean about gear having its own enclothed cognition effect. Certain clothes are much better for a "get up, get out, get moving" mindset than others. Cold, grey spring weather is rough on me too. When it's damp and sunless, I find it so hard to motivate, regardless of what the calendar and thermometer say.&nbsp;</p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/gear-rules-but-also-gear-rules#post-2192903 Thu, 06 May 2021 14:24:24 +0000 Bijou 2192903@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Helena, because your gear is classic and you remix it with casual items and the VERY polished styling and grooming, I would not have guessed that you were wearing gear. What great gear rule. This all looks like your elegant casual style, just a bit of a change up. A great collection of daily outfits. Hopefully the puffer can be put away soon. </p>