https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/i-wonder-if-my-wardrobe-does-spark-happiness Style Advice for Fashion Lovers en-US Mon, 13 Apr 2026 06:51:22 +0000 http://bbpress.org/?v=1.0.2 q https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/search.php https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/i-wonder-if-my-wardrobe-does-spark-happiness/page/2#post-1793931 Mon, 03 Apr 2017 00:42:15 +0000 Suz 1793931@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I get that with armholes a lot. It's sometimes possible to have them taken in especially on a sleeveless garment. I wonder if a size down would have worked. I always send it back when it does this, though, so I absolutely understand.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/i-wonder-if-my-wardrobe-does-spark-happiness/page/2#post-1793929 Mon, 03 Apr 2017 00:39:05 +0000 tulle 1793929@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>What a shame!&nbsp; On the model it drapes so nicely and lies flat against the shoulders--but of course we can't see the line of clips that may be cinching it at the back . . .</p> <p> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/i-wonder-if-my-wardrobe-does-spark-happiness/page/2#post-1793918 Sun, 02 Apr 2017 23:33:17 +0000 Emily K 1793918@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Armhole issues....boo! &nbsp;I have to be very particular about fit around the arms and this is too common a problem :-(</p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/i-wonder-if-my-wardrobe-does-spark-happiness/page/2#post-1793916 Sun, 02 Apr 2017 22:52:18 +0000 Anonymous 1793916@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>The Vince Cameo top came on Saturday. &nbsp;It is substantial (in a good way) and well made. &nbsp;</p> <p>I ordered my normal size. &nbsp;Perhaps I should have sized down because the top was overly large around the arm holes. &nbsp;I could have lived with that because my bra not exposed. &nbsp;</p> <p>The odd thing was that the arm holes were <u>wide</u> and stood out from my body in a pointed way. &nbsp;I considered washing it to see if it laid back against the body, but if I washed it I couldn't return it. &nbsp;So back it went. &nbsp;</p> <p>It is quite pink. &nbsp;It is not what I would call fuchsia (although the colors do look very similar below). &nbsp;</p> <p>I don't know what this means for the pants. &nbsp;I am still hopeful they might work for me. &nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/i-wonder-if-my-wardrobe-does-spark-happiness/page/2#post-1793541 Sat, 01 Apr 2017 00:31:13 +0000 penelopestylishapples 1793541@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>This is such a great post. Before I started dressing the right way for my shape I used to think of my clothes as armor too...I even deliberately tried to wear the same stuff all the time and thought of it as my uniform. Doing this might free up time and money for other things, but how we feel about ourselves is forever too tied up in our appearance (which is like 70% influenced by our clothes at least, in my opinion)...so it makes way more sense to focus on what we LIKE and what brings us joy. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/i-wonder-if-my-wardrobe-does-spark-happiness/page/2#post-1793523 Fri, 31 Mar 2017 22:36:46 +0000 Style Fan 1793523@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>The fuchsia outfit is gorgeous.&nbsp; Wow! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/i-wonder-if-my-wardrobe-does-spark-happiness/page/2#post-1793518 Fri, 31 Mar 2017 22:20:57 +0000 shedev 1793518@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I'm happy you bought the fuchsia outfit. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/i-wonder-if-my-wardrobe-does-spark-happiness/page/2#post-1793284 Fri, 31 Mar 2017 10:18:19 +0000 Anonymous 1793284@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Thank you, <b>Tulle</b>. &nbsp;I have done a great deal of Spring shopping. &nbsp;Everything should arrive by midway through next week. &nbsp;I am so excited at the prospect of comparing everything I bought. &nbsp;For example, I bought this top from BR and something very similar from Landsend. &nbsp;I will only keep one of the two. &nbsp;I'll make my decision based on fit and fabric feel. &nbsp;I am looking for something more fitted and less oversized, in the most sumptuous color I can find. &nbsp;</p> <p>I'll post my treasures in a separate post next weekend. &nbsp;&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/i-wonder-if-my-wardrobe-does-spark-happiness/page/2#post-1793195 Fri, 31 Mar 2017 00:17:31 +0000 tulle 1793195@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>This has been so interesting, Sterling. &nbsp;I can't tell you how happy it makes me to imagine you in that delicious deep pink! &nbsp;Enjoy, enjoy.&nbsp;</p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/i-wonder-if-my-wardrobe-does-spark-happiness/page/2#post-1792995 Thu, 30 Mar 2017 08:32:14 +0000 Anonymous 1792995@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I ordered the fuchsia ensemble this morning. &nbsp;</p> <p>What convinced me was that I got to thinking about feeling like a poser. &nbsp;I have a small capsule of dressier outfits for "events." &nbsp;I always feel so uncomfortable wearing my dressier clothing. &nbsp;The clothing are appropriate for the event, but they <u>never</u> feel like me. &nbsp;As a consequence, I never fully relax and enjoy myself. &nbsp;</p> <p>I could relax in this outfit. &nbsp;<u>Movement</u>. &nbsp;<u>Color</u>. &nbsp;What more could I ask for? &nbsp;It is polyester though. &nbsp;I'll have to see how the polyester feels against my body ..... </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/i-wonder-if-my-wardrobe-does-spark-happiness/page/2#post-1792994 Thu, 30 Mar 2017 08:23:28 +0000 Anonymous 1792994@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p><b>RunCarla</b> -- I think I could pull off an all fuchsia ensemble!!! &nbsp;I am not sure if it is my height or my personality (kinda loud when I am on caffeine). &nbsp;I just know in my heart that it would work for me <u>if</u> the pieces fit well. &nbsp;Poor fit would result in feelings of insecurity. &nbsp;</p> <p>I want all of my outfits to feel like a "hug!!!" &nbsp;Can you articulate what made your outfit feel like a hug? &nbsp;Was it the fabrication, the fit, or layers? &nbsp;</p> <p>Interesting <b>Shevia</b>. &nbsp;People do have to be open to messages. &nbsp;I have not been all that open these past couple of weeks. &nbsp;I am changing that today by making a list and focusing on today's tasks, not tasks days, weeks, or even months, in the future. &nbsp;</p> <p>My wardrobe does make me feel really good. &nbsp;At work I feel prepared and definitely capable. &nbsp;At home I feel engulfed in comfy layers. &nbsp;Is that a hug? &nbsp;</p> <p>A feeling of serenity is as important as joy, <b>CindySmith</b>. &nbsp;I would love to look at my wardrobe and feel serenity. &nbsp;</p> <p>Perhaps I feel satisfaction. &nbsp;My wardrobe <u>reflects</u> how much work I put into developing it. &nbsp;I started with a poorly-formed plan when I first came to YLF. &nbsp;I worked incrementally until I reached the point of a workable wardrobe. &nbsp;Yes, that workable wardrobe is heavy on essentials but those essentials are the building blocks I needed to start adding interest. &nbsp;I am now at the point where I can start adding new and interesting pieces. &nbsp;</p> <p>Thanks <b>Angie</b>. &nbsp;Joining in the Happy Dance. &nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/i-wonder-if-my-wardrobe-does-spark-happiness/page/2#post-1792959 Thu, 30 Mar 2017 04:12:16 +0000 Carla 1792959@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>High happiness factor - or rating how an outfit makes you feel - like "the outfit I wore today was comfortable, and felt like a hug. I think I looked appropriate for the occaision and someone said the colour of my sweater made my eyes look really green = happiness factor 10!" might be a more reasonable way of articulating happiness or lack thereof, with an outfit.</p> <p>PS: you should def do the fuchsia outfit! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/i-wonder-if-my-wardrobe-does-spark-happiness/page/2#post-1792946 Thu, 30 Mar 2017 03:24:43 +0000 Jaime 1792946@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Maybe the goal is to feel good rather than joyful. Good seems a bit more sustainable. Or maybe strong, or prepared. These are all positives. That said sometimes my closet does spark joy for me, but I have to be in the mood to receive it. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/i-wonder-if-my-wardrobe-does-spark-happiness/page/2#post-1792919 Thu, 30 Mar 2017 02:19:43 +0000 cindysmith 1792919@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>It's funny, the feelings I get when I look at my closet. Most of it doesn't spark joy, I don't think. They aren't bright colors that make me smile, but they are muted colors and blues that do make me feel calm. I suppose, in some respect, that calm serene feeling is a decent enough substitute for joy when I open up my closet, at least for me. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/i-wonder-if-my-wardrobe-does-spark-happiness/page/2#post-1792910 Thu, 30 Mar 2017 01:27:40 +0000 Angie 1792910@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>*HAPPY DANCE* </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/i-wonder-if-my-wardrobe-does-spark-happiness/page/2#post-1792822 Wed, 29 Mar 2017 21:41:44 +0000 Anonymous 1792822@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>THIS. &nbsp;This would spark joy!!! &nbsp;I would LOVE an all fuchsia ensemble. &nbsp;I have been eyeing them all Spring. &nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/i-wonder-if-my-wardrobe-does-spark-happiness/page/2#post-1792816 Wed, 29 Mar 2017 21:39:02 +0000 Anonymous 1792816@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Laughing with <b>Joy</b> over her rule of not buying anything sixth grade girls would wear. I needed a laugh today. I think there can be deep satisfaction and comfort in work clothes. </p> <p>As I’ve been transitioning my wardrobe from Winter to Summer, I have been evaluating what I already have that I can work with going forward. So no new clothes, <b>Smittie</b>. I have been ordering online to fill out my wardrobe though. The orders have been placed. I should start receiving packages this weekend or early next week. I am excited. </p> <p>I like Marie Kondo’s concept that not everything had to spark joy. She spoke about being joyful that something served a purpose for you, even if it didn't spark joy directly. Thank you for highlight this point, <b>Barbara Diane</b>. I really like the idea of being happy and content with what works for me. </p> <p><b>Gaylene</b> — every <u>single time</u> you write a post, I think to myself “THAT, that is what I was trying to say.” But my words never quite reach the level of expression you have. </p> <p>I agree with you that “my closet makes me happy when it allows me to get ready in a way which pleases me so I can do the things which DO spark joy in my life. I VALUE my wardrobe because it works for me, but I don't look to my wardrobe to spark joy in my life.” I genuinely think I was trying to say just that this morning, but I couldn’t express it was well as you did. </p> <p>And <b>Emily K</b>. We aspire to exactly the same wardrobe in life: “perfectly fitting, luxurious, understated clothing that would be unremarkable to all but a ticket to respect among those who know.” THAT wardrobe has been my goal wardrobe since I first became interested in fashion. </p> <p>I have the self confidence to wear the understated wardrobe I aspire to, just not the budget. </p> <p>I would love to read a post about feminism and our appearance, <b>Jenni NZ</b>. &nbsp;What am I saying, I NEED to read a post about feminism and our appearance.&nbsp;</p> <p><b>Ledonna N</b>. &nbsp;I am so glad you discovered joy in your wardrobe. &nbsp;It shines through in every single post I see of yours. &nbsp;I can't help smiling. AND I want to visit Chicago now because of your posts!!!!</p> <p><b>Texstyle</b> -- I know exactly what you mean. &nbsp;I may not have used the term joy or happiness, but if I am feeling down, dressing up really helps to elevate my mood. &nbsp;I reach for different things at different times. &nbsp;Sometimes all I need is a bright lipstick. &nbsp;</p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/i-wonder-if-my-wardrobe-does-spark-happiness/page/2#post-1792806 Wed, 29 Mar 2017 21:18:20 +0000 Ledonna N. 1792806@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Sterling i love this post an the spark that inspired it. I enjoy reading the insights and thoughts behind the why we do something.</p> <p>Joy I would have to say I found myself nodding in agreement. When I left the army I had no clue in what to wear or what looked professional. Trying to establish a professional wadrobe was at the top of my agenda then came my after work wadrobe. This took years slowly but surely in this process I discovered what bright me joy in my wadrobe. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/i-wonder-if-my-wardrobe-does-spark-happiness/page/2#post-1792805 Wed, 29 Mar 2017 21:09:22 +0000 Anonymous 1792805@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Again, I want to emphasize that I am <u>exceptionally</u> happy with my wardrobe. I realize I came off as complaining about a lack of happiness or spark of joy. That is so wrong. I have no idea what I was thinking this morning when I posted this. </p> <p>With that in mind, I want to reply to the many gracious comments I received. Comments that were written to help me elevate the happiness factor. </p> <p>Hi <b>Penny</b>. My work wardrobe does serve a very important function. It serves as armor. I deeply appreciate the fact that it can take me from the field to our attorney’s office and back to my desk. Through the years I have added jewelry and bags in GREAT colors (mostly fuchsia). I’ll start carrying the fuchsia bag(s) on April 1st. I have beautiful jewelry, but I always wear either black or white pearls for work. Turquoise and coral for home. </p> <p>And <b>Anchie</b> and <b>Style Fan</b>. I may not have realized it until I read Anchie’s post, but my entire wardrobe is heavily, heavily geared toward essentials. I always thought that if I could just get a handle on the essentials, the rest would come later. The fact is I am very comfortable wearing my essentials. Although I do buy new and exciting pieces, I always return to the comfort and safety of my essentials. I just want those essentials to be the best quality I can afford. I buy basic silhouettes in silk, linen, and cotton. </p> <p>Clothes are so unpredictable, <b>Sisi</b>, especially shoes. You are right about having to wear a certain outfit that is adequate for the situation but that does not make you happy. This was the case when I had to wear skirted suits. I <u>hated</u> wearing skirted suits. I felt like a poser. I never came off as natural. These days I wear a lot of slacks with nice blouses. </p> <p>Laughing with <b>Brooklyn</b> and <b>Ledonna N</b>. My casual and social clothes follow <u>exactly</u> the same formula and color scheme as my work clothes … just different pieces. No overlap between the wardrobes whatsoever. I am consistent in what I like. I should note that I have a very tiny wardrobe for very dressy events. </p> <p><b>Summer</b>, I wonder if I could add more color to my wardrobe of essentials? I know I’ll be switching bags from Navy to Fuchsia in April. THAT always makes me happy. And I did buy silver shoes that I hope to wear a lot this summer. That should make me extremely happy. </p> <p>I love reading your comments, <b>Approprio</b>. My wardrobe does boost my confidence through the day. I feel wonder when I feel strong and capable. That first step is getting dressed every morning. </p> <p>I feel very grateful for everything I have in life. <u>But you are right</u>, I have gotten caught up in a heavy and stressful work load and I may have been negligent in remembering/expressing that gratitude. It is always good to be reminded of how lucky we are in life. Thank you. </p> <p><b>Liz</b>, did you see my earlier post about weight gain? Yes. I purged a perfectly GREAT skirt because I gained a little weight. I didn’t even consider whether I could lose that weight or not. Sigh. </p> <p>Oh!! <u>And do I ever have an inner magpie</u>. I am so drawn to everything that is bright and sparkly!!!! I love looking and touching those things. I just don’t bring them home with me. I am not sure why I always leave them in the store. I think it is because I never feel like me in them (back to poser). </p> <p>Hi <b>Texstyle</b>. So nice to hear from you. Your advice to “search for pieces in a bright color but in a style I am certain to love” is brilliant. I know what styles I love. Making it a point to find those styles in my bright happy colors should be a mission for me. </p> <p><b>Sara L</b>, I <u>do</u> feel happy when I feel safe and capable. Your comment is so on point, that again, I wonder what I was thinking when I drafted my original post. </p> <p><b>Robin F</b>. I so glad my post made you think. I would love to hear your thoughts on this subject when you formulate them. </p> <p>Thanks <b>Bijou</b>. Just switching bags next month should elevate the happiness factor. I’ll be wearing my silver shoes more often too. Perhaps I will make it a point to wear more sparkly and fun jewelry to work (as opposed to my more formal pearls). </p> <p>Hi <b>Angie</b>. Now that I feel secure in my work essentials, I do feel I can start adding “Sterling Statement Pieces.” AND now that my purchasing fast has ended, I can begin the shopping!!</p> <p><b>Lisa P</b>. I mentioned “feeling like a poser” several times while writing these comments. I can love and adore something that is amazingly beautiful, but when I put it on my body, it never feels “like me.” I feel odd. </p> <p><b>Ryce</b>!!!! You might have hit upon the source of my feelings of ennui. I very well might be tiring of my winter “uniform.” The longer hours of sunlight may very well be activating my desire for some color. I have been putting away my winter wardrobe and pulling out my summer wardrobe over the course of the March. I have also been doing some shopping to flesh out my summer wardrobe. Orders have been placed. Nothing has arrived yet. I expect to have everything next week. The Finds shows you some of the things I ordered. YAY for me!!</p> <p>Laughing with <b>JAileen</b>. Yes. I certainly do associate those clothes with work. And work has been both stressful and exhausting this month, which makes me cling all the more to my safe uniform. </p> <p>I just bought two Eileen Fisher slacks <u>in silk</u> in navy and red, <b>Catseye</b>. They feel luxurious and fabulous on the body. They fit really well. T<u>hey have a high happiness quotient</u>. I am still working out what tops/shoes I want to coordinate them with. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/i-wonder-if-my-wardrobe-does-spark-happiness/page/2#post-1792804 Wed, 29 Mar 2017 21:09:15 +0000 texstyle 1792804@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I'm not a super fashion forward person or anything but still, sometimes even my favorite jeans spark joy when I put them on and they just feel - *right* - you know? This is especially true of some days when I'm not feeling my best and then I put on something that is a favorite and instantly I feel better. It doesn't have to be new or shiny or even colorful but sometimes it is. </p> <p>Today is an example - I put on a simple charcoal gray textural tank with high neckline and an open back design and it felt really good for the day at hand with my (current) favorite jeans and comfy sandals and a simple gold sphere pendant. I carried my deep raspberry handbag which actually also sparks joy because it has color, it's comfortable, lightweight and just slouchy enough to work for my style.</p> <p>Lately that bag and my white ecco sneaks seem to both spark a hint of joy each time I wear them. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/i-wonder-if-my-wardrobe-does-spark-happiness#post-1792763 Wed, 29 Mar 2017 19:15:48 +0000 Jenni NZ 1792763@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Great thread. I'm off to work soon, at a later date may need to write a thread about feminism and our appearance! It has certainly upped my happiness in life to be able to have my work clothing feel like "me". I hardly need to use it as armour, only occasionally where there might be difficult meetings with the hierarchy of the Health Board, and I tend to put on stompy boots which make me feel strong! Age and experience has helped my confidence. But in everyday work, having some bright colours or interesting textures or shoes really sparks joy for me. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/i-wonder-if-my-wardrobe-does-spark-happiness#post-1792753 Wed, 29 Mar 2017 18:51:39 +0000 Emily K 1792753@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>This is something I touched upon in Angie's blog post yesterday. &nbsp;For me, there's a psychological comfort that my clothing provides that is not "joy". &nbsp;I do know joyful clothing when I see it, but I think my self confidence and pocketbook are not sufficient for the buying and wearing of it. &nbsp;My aspirational style would be to have perfectly fitting, luxurious, understated clothing that would be unremarkable to all but a ticket to respect among those who know. &nbsp;Not much joy there, although there could be deep satisfaction.</p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/i-wonder-if-my-wardrobe-does-spark-happiness#post-1792725 Wed, 29 Mar 2017 18:02:05 +0000 Gaylene 1792725@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Interesting question and responses. We do expect a lot from our clothes these days, don't we?</p> <p>I'm a bit dubious about the whole concept of material objects sparking joy--despite what the market place keeps trying to tell me. That notion reminds me too much of those old 50s commercials featuring housewives going into spasms of joy and ecstasy because of a new refrigerator or washing machine. Refrigeration and automated laundry no doubt made household chores easier and faster, but, as a feminist, I've always thought those pink stoves just left more time for women to ponder why they too couldn't be doctors or executives. ;)</p> <p>I'm afraid clothing falls in much the same category for me. My closet makes me happy when it allows me to get ready in a way which pleases me so I can do the things which DO spark joy in my life. I suppose if I put more value in clothing as my major means of self-expression, or had a career which required me to dress in a way which showcased my knowledge of current trends, I might feel differently. </p> <p>I VALUE my closet--just like I value my refrigerator and washing machine--because they work for me, but I don't look to them to spark joy in my life. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/i-wonder-if-my-wardrobe-does-spark-happiness#post-1792714 Wed, 29 Mar 2017 17:16:51 +0000 Barbara Diane 1792714@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I'm glad that you wrote this post as it is helping me clarify my thinking.</p> <p>&nbsp;I just read someone on a blog who categorized clothes into Love and meh. I think there is a lot of room in between, at least for me.<br />&nbsp;<br />And reading what others wrote here has given me some ideas.</p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/i-wonder-if-my-wardrobe-does-spark-happiness#post-1792705 Wed, 29 Mar 2017 17:01:49 +0000 Anonymous 1792705@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I am going to come back and read/reply later today.&nbsp; </p> <p><b>It occurs to me that it sounds like I am complaining.&nbsp; I am not.&nbsp; I am supremely happy with my wardrobe.&nbsp; I'm not even sure why I wrote this post now.&nbsp; </b></p> <p><strong>Thank you to everyone that so graciously took the time to explore this issue on my behalf.&nbsp; I repeat, the wisdom on this Forum runs deep.&nbsp; </strong></p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/i-wonder-if-my-wardrobe-does-spark-happiness#post-1792701 Wed, 29 Mar 2017 16:51:50 +0000 Barbara Diane 1792701@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>When I have more time I'm going to read what everyone wrote on the blog.</p> <p>I like what aaproprio said about using gratitude to up appreciation and happiness. I think my natural level of happiness is a bit lower than average, and that I set the bar higher than others. When I hear the word "joy" I imagine bursting happiness, skipping like a five year old in a tv ad, etc. I imagine if every item of clothing did that for me, they would all clash, all be vivid focal items, etc.&nbsp;</p> <p>I remember a friend gave me a taste of something she made. She raved about how delicious it was, etc. I remember thinking, it's fine, but no better than what I make regularly. Which I would never rave or rate anywhere near where she was rating hers. Which made me think a lot.&nbsp;</p> <p>In her later book, Marie Kondo stepped back a bit from her idea that everything had to spark joy. She spoke about being joyful that something served a purpose for you, even if it didn't spark joy directly.</p> <p>I do imagine a world where every basic and essential sparked joy, had that one special detail that made it stand out, etc. But honestly, I rarely find that in my size, and then it's not in my budget.</p> <p>I do think there is something to be said for looking in the mirror and being content or happy with the outfit.&nbsp;</p> <p>I do like the idea of adding a little something to spice up a look, even if it is a new lipstick. Toward the end of winter I added a white bangle. It added a little cheer to my darker outfits. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/i-wonder-if-my-wardrobe-does-spark-happiness#post-1792686 Wed, 29 Mar 2017 16:10:33 +0000 Anonymous 1792686@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Could it be that none of these pieces are new?<br /> For me, things that are older don't spark joy, but more a feeling of appreciation. </p> <p>That is interesting that Angie mentions tactile vs. visual. I'll need to think about that for myself too. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/i-wonder-if-my-wardrobe-does-spark-happiness#post-1792665 Wed, 29 Mar 2017 15:28:11 +0000 Anonymous 1792665@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Sterling this thread and Ledonna's are reminders that the way we may need to portray ourselves for work may complicate our wardrobes. When I first graduated college and started teaching, I desperately needed a whole wardrobe. But, my teaching clothes had to exude authority, which was really difficult for a young-looking-for-my-age petite 21 year old. My first rule was not to buy anything that my 6th grade girls would wear ( age 11-13 years) although those things fit the best. I was young, single and wanted fun things but had a very small income. Sometimes there is just no joy in work clothes. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/i-wonder-if-my-wardrobe-does-spark-happiness#post-1792641 Wed, 29 Mar 2017 14:36:29 +0000 Anonymous 1792641@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p><b>Ryce</b> -- BOUGHT the BR fuchsia pullover already.&nbsp; YAY.&nbsp; </p> <p>Also, I have worn my silk pants twice now!!&nbsp; I adore them.&nbsp; But they are just another dark bottom in my sea of blacks and charcoals and navys.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/i-wonder-if-my-wardrobe-does-spark-happiness#post-1792639 Wed, 29 Mar 2017 14:33:29 +0000 Anonymous 1792639@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Forgive me if this is imprudent enabling, but that BR fuschia pullover you liked is on sale. </p>