https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/july-shopping-challenge Style Advice for Fashion Lovers en-US Thu, 16 Apr 2026 18:33:35 +0000 http://bbpress.org/?v=1.0.2 q https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/search.php https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/july-shopping-challenge#post-2052240 Sun, 11 Aug 2019 16:19:18 +0000 karen13 2052240@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Gorgeous robe. I want one! And the mules look perfect for your style. Looking forward to your Hollywood phase. Good luck with the move! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/july-shopping-challenge#post-2052160 Sun, 11 Aug 2019 01:41:33 +0000 Jenn 2052160@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Cindy, summer tops are always a challenge. I feel like mine wear out faster than they should, too, but I think it’s just the nature of lighter fabrics and harder wear in the hot weather. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/july-shopping-challenge#post-2051859 Fri, 09 Aug 2019 20:10:06 +0000 cindysmith 2051859@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>OMG I am jealous<br /> I wish I could do a 31 new items per year challenge, however...<br /> I have had to replace a bunch of summer tops because my life chews up clothes at an alarming rate.<br /> Shrinking your wardrobe, well done! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/july-shopping-challenge#post-2049920 Fri, 02 Aug 2019 15:44:52 +0000 Anonymous 2049920@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Super bougie. &nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/july-shopping-challenge#post-2049828 Fri, 02 Aug 2019 02:38:37 +0000 Jenn 2049828@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p><b>Jenni NZ, </b>believe me,.<b>&nbsp;</b>it sounds much more glamorous than it is. I have to confess, I'm feeling pretty bored of my summer clothes, and the thought of wearing them for another month or three is not my favorite thing to contemplate right now.</p> <p><b>Fashintern,&nbsp;</b>probably true! (Although, I don't need my robe to match the environmental norm!)</p> <p><b>rachylou,&nbsp;</b>two and half more weeks, give or take.</p> <p>Thanks,&nbsp;<b>runcarla!</p> <p></b>Glad to have you back,&nbsp;<b>Angie!<br /></b><b><br />nemosmom,&nbsp;</b>I'm honestly not sure if it's discipline so much as having no time or inclination to shop right now.</p> <p><b>La Pedestrienne,&nbsp;</b>I'm finding I have to be feeling a certain level of "okay with JFE" to wear them, but they're quite comfortable, sustainably made, and have a relaxed, Scandi vibe that I do enjoy, so that's a lot of wins. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/july-shopping-challenge#post-2049644 Thu, 01 Aug 2019 15:18:47 +0000 LaPed 2049644@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Love the Duckfeet mules! I'm planning to get a pair of their shearling-lined boots this fall. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/july-shopping-challenge#post-2049585 Thu, 01 Aug 2019 12:28:05 +0000 nemosmom 2049585@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Beautiful - and thoughtful - additions to your wardrobe. I envy your discipline! Safe travels to California! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/july-shopping-challenge#post-2049326 Wed, 31 Jul 2019 17:19:51 +0000 Angie 2049326@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>More controlled yet emotionally fab additions to your wardrobe. Rock on, and enjoy. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/july-shopping-challenge#post-2049274 Wed, 31 Jul 2019 16:02:54 +0000 Carla 2049274@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Bravo! Best of luck with the move. Adventure awaits! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/july-shopping-challenge#post-2049208 Wed, 31 Jul 2019 12:03:27 +0000 rachylou 2049208@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Nice! Can’t believe moving day is almost here! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/july-shopping-challenge#post-2049204 Wed, 31 Jul 2019 11:26:06 +0000 Stagiaire Fash 2049204@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I think the “earthy” + boho/floral combo is a good one for that location </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/july-shopping-challenge#post-2049158 Wed, 31 Jul 2019 03:59:39 +0000 Jenni NZ 2049158@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>This is great Jenn. Am still trying to emulate you! The mules are great, should be useful, not quite as pretty perhaps as some of the others you were trying! Good luck with the move and I would also like to live vicariously please I love my new home but suburban Auckland does not match North Hollywood for glamour! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/july-shopping-challenge#post-2049075 Tue, 30 Jul 2019 22:26:12 +0000 Jenn 2049075@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p><b>Sal,&nbsp;</b>I do remember you wanting a tote bag, so that's a considered purchase!&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/july-shopping-challenge#post-2049070 Tue, 30 Jul 2019 22:15:23 +0000 Sal 2049070@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I held off Jenn..... I wanted to think another day and I am determined to not give myself an ''out''.&nbsp; It is still for sale.&nbsp; I think I will buy it as new Deadly Ponies bags are $700-$800, they are a NZ company, made from NZ deer leather (ethically sourced), and I am wanting a tote bag.&nbsp; They do not use dead ponies!!&nbsp; If it sell there will be others I am sure.</p> <p> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/july-shopping-challenge#post-2049059 Tue, 30 Jul 2019 21:59:03 +0000 Jenn 2049059@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p><b>bonnie,&nbsp;</b>I am so looking forward to it being over and being settled in the new place.&nbsp;</p> <p><b>bj1111,&nbsp;</b>hmm, I don't think of it like that. At least, the amount of shopping I've done this year doesn't at all feel like deprivation!</p> <p><b>Sal,&nbsp;</b>what did you decide?!</p> <p><b></b>Thanks<b>, Barbara Diane </b>and<b> Sterling.&nbsp;</b>The robe is from an Etsy seller who specializes in custom orders for bridal parties. Felt kind of weird just ordering one, but I think the bridesmaid era of my life is pretty much &nbsp;over.</p> <p>Thank you,&nbsp;<b>Bijou.&nbsp;</b>The move has been incredibly stressful, unfortunately, and it isn't over yet. Coordinating a house sale and purchase over 900 miles, with my husband in one place and me in another, is, as it turns out, not easy. Almost there, though.</p> <p>I have,&nbsp;<b>Fashintern!&nbsp;</b>These are a bit more "earthy girl" than what I initially had in mind, but they do the trick and are really comfortable.</p> <p><b>Astrid,&nbsp;</b>finding some secondhand in good shape is fantastic! I don't have wide feet (mine are average) but they still fit in a quite comfortable and natural way. I read up on Duckfeet's sustainability and ethics practices, and they're a company I'm happy to support.</p> <p><b>suntiger,&nbsp;</b>I was tempted not to count loungewear or gear, but knew I needed updates in both those areas this year, so decided to be honest with myself and not give myself an out. At least I'm not counting bras and underwear!</p> <p><b>lisa p</b>, I have every intention of swanning about in them with a glass of champagne on my new rooftop in Hollywood. &nbsp;You can live vicariously, if you'd like. ;)<br /><b></b> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/july-shopping-challenge#post-2048996 Tue, 30 Jul 2019 19:02:05 +0000 Anonymous 2048996@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Great. &nbsp;Now I need mules and a floral robe . &nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/july-shopping-challenge#post-2048911 Tue, 30 Jul 2019 15:45:57 +0000 Anonymous 2048911@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Yay to both! I like the robe especially-but still say loungewear doesn't count towards totals </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/july-shopping-challenge#post-2048850 Tue, 30 Jul 2019 12:12:47 +0000 Astrid 2048850@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Awesome challenge! I love the robe and the Duckfeets. I just bought some Duckfeet t-straps secondhand on eBay, in the Bio color. I tried them on a few years ago in Berlin and loved how comfortable they were for my wide feet, but I didn't want to spend the money (they're now at 160€ new). I got this pair for 30€ in total and you could see in the pictures that they were probably only worn a few times. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/july-shopping-challenge#post-2048836 Tue, 30 Jul 2019 11:10:58 +0000 Stagiaire Fash 2048836@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p><div>You've been searching for mules like that for SO long! Glad you finally found some that work.</div><div>Good luck with the move!<br /></div> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/july-shopping-challenge#post-2048815 Tue, 30 Jul 2019 09:53:37 +0000 Bijou 2048815@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Jenni you have the most cohesive and well edited wardrobe. These new additions are lovely and fit perfectly into your wardrobe.</p> <p>I hope the move goes well and is not too stressful. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/july-shopping-challenge#post-2048810 Tue, 30 Jul 2019 09:04:31 +0000 Anonymous 2048810@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I LOVE this month's purchases. &nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/july-shopping-challenge#post-2048786 Tue, 30 Jul 2019 05:19:07 +0000 Barbara Diane 2048786@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Love your robe and cool mules. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/july-shopping-challenge#post-2048783 Tue, 30 Jul 2019 05:03:49 +0000 Sal 2048783@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Lovely additions!! I also find slip on shoes super useful in summer. A pair is on my summer list! These are great for your style.</p> <p>You are showing great self control - I have been on a ban for July and a tote by a top NZ bag designer has come up second hand. Still pricey and deciding whether to pounce or wait one more day! Or not buy at all!! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/july-shopping-challenge#post-2048779 Tue, 30 Jul 2019 04:48:35 +0000 bj1111 2048779@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Where do you find the self control? </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/july-shopping-challenge#post-2048778 Tue, 30 Jul 2019 04:46:34 +0000 Bonnie 2048778@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>The robe is gorgeous and the mules look perfect to wear with it. Our move in December went really well and I hope yours does, too.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/july-shopping-challenge#post-2048760 Tue, 30 Jul 2019 03:37:12 +0000 Jenn 2048760@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p><b>Joy,&nbsp;</b>my son has a pair of Crocs he uses the same way! This kind of easy slip-on shoe is super-useful to have around. I used to have a pair of Keen mary jane slip-ons for the same purpose, but they're long gone. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/july-shopping-challenge#post-2048759 Tue, 30 Jul 2019 03:34:09 +0000 Anonymous 2048759@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Jenn, you have done so well! I use a pair of Rack sale Crocs like you use your Duckfeet mules around the house. They can double as shower/ creek walking shoes. Love your floral robe. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/july-shopping-challenge#post-2048756 Tue, 30 Jul 2019 02:48:05 +0000 Jenn 2048756@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Definitely done with July purchasing, and August is moving month! Thank goodness. Here's my report. Everything in italics is boilerplate from previous posts, so feel free to skip to the non-italicized text for new info.</p> <p><i>In our yearlong shopping challenge, I committed to buying 31 or fewer items (not counting undergarments).</i></p> <p><i>January - 0 items</i></p> <p><i>February - 5 items</i></p> <p><i>March - 2 items</i></p> <p><i>April - 2 items</i></p> <p><b></b><i>May - 4 items</i><b></b></p> <p><i>June - 1 item</i></p> <p><b>July - 2 items</b></p> <p>My July purchases were decidedly lounge-y. I got some Duckfeet mules, which I do happily wear out of the house, but they're also the perfect slip-on shoes for running out to get the mail or reset the sprinkler. And they're excellent summer shoes for slipping off to walk barefoot in the grass. They're already at <b>10 wears.</b></p> <p><b></b>I also bought a long, cotton robe. My current lightweight robe is short and, while fine for getting ready in my room, didn't feel comfortable to wear around the house with our additional teenage boarder. Not that any of the teenagers are ever awake when I get up in the morning! Even so, this one feels decadent, and I quite like wearing it to put on makeup and sip my coffee.&nbsp;</p> <p><i>This brings my total purchases for the year to </i><b><i>16 items,&nbsp;</i></b><i>more than halfway through my&nbsp;allotment, but also more than halfway through the year! You can see all my 2019 purchases together in the&nbsp;</i><a rel="nofollow" href="https://youlookfab.com/finds/collections/?collection=7035"><i>linked collection</i></a><i>. I've </i><b><i>retired 22 items</i></b><i>&nbsp;this year, so my wardrobe is shrinking. All in all, I have</i><b><i>&nbsp;112 items</i></b><i>&nbsp;in my closet, if I count all categories except jewelry, underwear and sleepwear (though I am counting sleep/lounge in my 31 items and my retirements. If you're curious, adding sleep/lounge would boost my total wardrobe count to <b>130 items)</b>.</i></p> </p>