https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/introducing-myself Style Advice for Fashion Lovers en-US Mon, 11 May 2026 12:45:43 +0000 http://bbpress.org/?v=1.0.2 q https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/search.php https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/introducing-myself#post-37368 Tue, 02 Dec 2008 23:24:22 +0000 ChristineB 37368@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Thanks again for the warm welcome everyone.</p> <p>Susan, Laura &#38; Dani- I also feel a kinship with moms of all boys. Mine are still young (the oldest is almost 9) so we don't have a huge food bill yet, and no holes in the wall either. I'm sure it will come though. I'm really lucky that all 3 of mine get along really well, and the oldest 2 are each other's best friends.</p> <p>Alecia - isn't it interesting how some things about shopping in different countries are exactly the same, and others are so different. Personally, I blame my fitting woes on my body shape - waist smaller size than hips/thighs, broad shoulders &#38; long arms. I think there are just TOO many shapes a woman's body can come in for manufacturers to cover all the basis, kwim? </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/introducing-myself#post-37285 Tue, 02 Dec 2008 15:51:20 +0000 Alecia 37285@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Welcome, Christine. I hope you enjoy your time on the forum as much as I have. I'm looking forward to learning a bit more about shopping in Canada. It's interesting to hear about the style trials, frustrations, and successes across time zones and borders. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/introducing-myself#post-37282 Tue, 02 Dec 2008 15:44:34 +0000 Violet 37282@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Hi Christine! Just wanted to welcome you to the forum. Congrats on losing weight that is a great accomplishment! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/introducing-myself#post-37269 Tue, 02 Dec 2008 15:04:26 +0000 Dani 37269@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Hi Christine...I'm also a member of the My Two Sons group (I know, it's still not three). Mine are small right now, so I haven't experienced the massive food intake, I'm still fighting mine to eat anything at all :)</p> <p>Welcome to the forum! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/introducing-myself#post-37249 Tue, 02 Dec 2008 12:47:05 +0000 Laura 37249@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Welcome Christine - I will join the My Two Sons group! I think we're going to call it a day at two though </p> <p>You'll find tons of camaraderie and support here, and I look forward to getting to know you! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/introducing-myself#post-37247 Tue, 02 Dec 2008 12:22:16 +0000 susan 37247@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Christine-Sorry if I misled you. I don't know if there are a lot of us on this forum, but there are in the nonvirtual world in general! I always feel a "kinship" with other mothers of 3 or more boys-lots of wrestling, balls, sweaty socks, and food, food, food! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/introducing-myself#post-37190 Mon, 01 Dec 2008 23:55:41 +0000 ChristineB 37190@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>BLB - I have a few of their tops. Actually, about half my (rather small) wardrobe is from Reitmans. I've got great stuff there on sale, and when the pants fit, it's hard not to look at the tops since they all co-ordinate. My favorite couple of blouses are from Reitmans.</p> <p>I got a pair of jeans when they were on sale too. My first new jeans in my new size - a pair of dark wash trouser jeans which I love (of course). I usually just shop on the businessy side of the store, but I need to get a pair of more casual jeans soon from the 'other' side. I think I'm starting to sound like a commercial. Oh, and I've never been in the store when the jewelry wasn't BOGO, just to let you know. </p> <p>Susan - are there a few of us who have all boys? Cool! I'm not a real girly-girl in my style, but I like to have a few flowers &#38; frills sometimes to add some femininity to the house. That, and my girl movies. Pride &#38; Prejudice is on the shelf next to Lord of the Rings at our house. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/introducing-myself#post-37183 Mon, 01 Dec 2008 23:20:58 +0000 susan 37183@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Welcome to another member of the My Three Sons club! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/introducing-myself#post-37181 Mon, 01 Dec 2008 22:41:22 +0000 BLB 37181@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>LOL Christine, I just bought 2 pairs of jeans at Reitmans! They're mid rise wide leg trouser jeans and they are on sale (or were 2 weeks ago at least) for $26 per pair. Both are dark wash but one is more dressy than the other pair. They are the FIRST jeans I've had in years that don't gap at the waist and come up high enough to work with normal-length tops. I love them. I'll try to post a pic with them some time soon. A Reitmans just opened near me and before that I'd always written them off as cheap/boring. Now I think they'll be a staple for me. They always seem to have good sales. I got 2 cute necklaces there on a buy one get one free sale, too. Have you tried any of their tops?</p> <p>I drove through Lethbridge this year on a roadtrip across Canada. I have a photo of myself sitting on the "Welcome to Lethbridge" sign! It seemed like a really nice town. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/introducing-myself#post-37143 Mon, 01 Dec 2008 18:35:55 +0000 Anonymous 37143@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Welcome Christine. Sounds like the sewing skills that your mother taught you are coming in handy right now. You are very brave to tear into a pair of pants to fit them to your body. That does take skill. I used to make clothing but haven't for so long I'm afraid to now. When I was a kid I didn't think anything of it. Now I think of all the fit issues and it scares me.<br /> Starting a new job, taking care of a family, and sewing, you are a busy lady. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/introducing-myself#post-37130 Mon, 01 Dec 2008 17:51:20 +0000 ChristineB 37130@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Thanks everyone for the welcome!</p> <p>I do wish I could shop in the US more often, but that's the way it goes. We do have some good stores here in Canada. I'm also curious what stores Angie likes up here!</p> <p>Nicole - my mom taught me to sew when I was in Jr high, and I don't think there's a more useful skill to know. I'm not a wonderful seamstress, but I'm working on it. Also, you don't need to be a great seamstress to make curtains &#38; save tons of money.</p> <p>BLB - I live in Lethbridge, which is south of Calgary. Have you tried Reitmans for pants? I seem to get the best fit for pants &#38; jeans there. Much less gapping at the waist than other places I've tried.</p> <p>One of these days I hope to have the time to take &#38; post a picture. Why does life have to be so busy? LOL! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/introducing-myself#post-36971 Sun, 30 Nov 2008 15:06:35 +0000 Sihaya 36971@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Welcome to the forum Christine. I love shopping and Vancouver (see Angie's post on Robson street) and maybe you can drive down to the Seattle area for AT, etc. stores that you can't find there. Congratulations on the weight loss. That's inspiring. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/introducing-myself#post-36917 Sun, 30 Nov 2008 00:42:00 +0000 BLB 36917@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Angie, if you see this, which Canadian stores are your favourites?</p> <p>Christine, are you nearer to Calgary or Edmonton? </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/introducing-myself#post-36866 Sat, 29 Nov 2008 04:44:48 +0000 Nicole 36866@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Hi Christine! Welcome to the forum. Congrats on the weight loss. How did you learn to sew? </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/introducing-myself#post-36854 Sat, 29 Nov 2008 00:17:44 +0000 Angie 36854@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Welcome, Christine. We have quite a few Canadians on this forum and I for one am a fan of your country. We’d love to see a picture of you if you’re up to posting at some point. Cheers to learning more about you and your style!</p> <p>p.s. I love shopping in Canada. Wish we had some of your stores down here. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/introducing-myself#post-36848 Fri, 28 Nov 2008 21:51:45 +0000 BLB 36848@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I'm in Vancouver. We're not far away! We can commiserate about not being able to shop at places like JCrew, Express and Anne Taylor that lots of the lovely YLF ladies love. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/introducing-myself#post-36837 Fri, 28 Nov 2008 19:03:15 +0000 ChristineB 36837@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Great BLB, it's nice to have someone that has the same body type. I used to think I was more bottom heavy (and I probably was before I lost weight) but I realize now that's not the case. Oh, and I noticed on another post that you are in Canada - me too! Alberta, actually. Where do you live? </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/introducing-myself#post-36827 Fri, 28 Nov 2008 17:49:16 +0000 BLB 36827@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Christine, it sounds like we have the exact same body! I hope we can give each other some great tips. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/introducing-myself#post-36817 Fri, 28 Nov 2008 16:40:52 +0000 ChristineB 36817@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Hi everyone! I've been lurking for a few weeks &#38; decided to just jump in. You guys have fabulous advice &#38; great taste.</p> <p>A bit about myself. I'm the mom of 3 boys. In the last year my wardrobe requirements have undergone some drastic changes. A year ago I was a SAHM who worked p/t as an accountant, occasionally meeting clients at my home. Then I went back to work full time in a business casual atmosphere (although I try to dress a little nicer, because I like it &#38; because I'm a professional). In the spring I started to loose weight &#38; have now lost 25 pounds, and I am determined to keep it off. So, all the new work clothes I bought when I started working are now too big. Oh, and dh has been out of work &#38; is now working, but not in his field, so he isn't being paid what he's worth. Needless to say, money is tight, and I'm glad I can sew.</p> <p>I've been updating my wardrobe by making use of my sewing skills to take in pants, and sew clothing. I really enjoy sewing, but it definitely takes time.</p> <p>I am an hourglass with a prominent shoulder line, I believe. In actuality, my body shape really doesn't fit into any specific category (like many of us). I have hips and a narrow waist, not a large bust, and broad shoulders. Hopefully sometime I'll have time to post some pics for everyone.</p> <p>Anyway, I look forward to getting to know you all!</p> <p>Christine </p>