https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/make-a-look-your-own Style Advice for Fashion Lovers en-US Sun, 31 May 2026 20:22:24 +0000 http://bbpress.org/?v=1.0.2 q https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/search.php https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/make-a-look-your-own#post-673603 Fri, 20 Jul 2012 14:39:59 +0000 MsMary 673603@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I wonder how many sore-footed high-heeled ladies looked at you with envy and thought "Dang! She looks fab!"</p> <p>Hopefully you inspired them to be stylish AND comfortable next time! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/make-a-look-your-own#post-673518 Fri, 20 Jul 2012 12:42:12 +0000 Anonymous 673518@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>You will never stand out in a crowd if you dress exactly like everyone else. Way to go, Angie! I'm sure you looked great. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/make-a-look-your-own#post-673461 Fri, 20 Jul 2012 08:08:34 +0000 Deborah 673461@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Angie I guarantee if I had been there you would have been the one who stood out in the crowd...flats and all! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/make-a-look-your-own#post-673424 Fri, 20 Jul 2012 05:10:32 +0000 rachylou 673424@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Right on! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/make-a-look-your-own#post-673404 Fri, 20 Jul 2012 04:29:19 +0000 Mama Susie 673404@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>How inspiring! Especially for those of us who are at the very beginning of trying to figure this whole personal style thing out. </p> <p>Your outfit sounds fabulous! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/make-a-look-your-own#post-673398 Fri, 20 Jul 2012 04:16:31 +0000 lyn* 673398@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Oh Angie, I'm sure you looked smashing in your flats! I'm very envious that you are so confident in your fabulous fashion choices! Hope the show was fun! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/make-a-look-your-own#post-673397 Fri, 20 Jul 2012 04:11:14 +0000 Echo 673397@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>It is easy to cheer you on, Angie, for being yourself and not dressing like everyone else. However, it is a lot more difficult for many of us to have the confidence to do that in our own lives, as ManidipaM points out. Part of the reason I follow the site is to gain the confidence to be ME instead of trying to be what I think I am supposed to be (i.e. looking like everyone else). Thanks for the confidence boost to everyone who has ever wanted to feel good about themselves while NOT being one of the crowd. It is refreshing to be encouraged to be comfortable and individual, and know that we are still beautiful.</p> <p>And the show sounds fantastic! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/make-a-look-your-own#post-673390 Fri, 20 Jul 2012 03:59:24 +0000 ManidipaM 673390@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Thanks for a great story, Angie, and the reminder of what sets YLF apart in its positivity and celebration of the personal story. </p> <p>I recall putting on hideous heels to a 'work party' because that was the thing to do (I had, um, 'encouragement' from my boss) and being in excruciating pain all evening. Wish I'd had the confidence back then to say 'Nope, not my style --- but I can do better and won't let the side down in flats!' </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/make-a-look-your-own#post-673086 Thu, 19 Jul 2012 19:11:45 +0000 Marley 673086@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Wow Angie - thanks for relaying this "tale" to us! I LOVE it that you looked unique and fashionable all at the same time - and that you still had Happy Feet at the end of the day. A great reminder - we have complete control over our own style and don't have to be victims of fashion! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/make-a-look-your-own#post-673057 Thu, 19 Jul 2012 18:23:31 +0000 Anonymous 673057@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>So true Angie. Some people can't handle heels 24/7 and that's ok, flats are fab as well. </p> <p>I am one to be more comfortable in heels these days, however. The pressure from the entire foot hitting the pavement one step after the next, makes my feet swell up horribly in summertime. Wedges are my salvation this time of year. The incline reduces the pressure somewhat. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/make-a-look-your-own#post-673032 Thu, 19 Jul 2012 18:03:48 +0000 JR 673032@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>"This feeling cuts to the core of why style is so very different to fashion. "</p> <p>This. Now I know why I have gravitated to this site rather than the trend-chasing ones. I have always hated blind conformism. Or knee-jerk anti-conformism for that matter. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/make-a-look-your-own#post-673026 Thu, 19 Jul 2012 17:52:50 +0000 Jem 673026@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Thanks for reminding us that it's OK to make our own style. I often think my outfit would look better with heels, but for everyday, it's just not practical. I feel too tall and it's not that comfortable. I love wearing heels on Sunday to church and for special occasions, but for the rest of the time, it's just not practical. Thanks for reminding me that flats can be stylish, too. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/make-a-look-your-own#post-673000 Thu, 19 Jul 2012 17:17:04 +0000 merwoman 673000@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Great story! When you wear confidence you are always in style! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/make-a-look-your-own#post-672997 Thu, 19 Jul 2012 17:14:11 +0000 morethanbeige 672997@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I love that you create your own fantastic look! Your look is one of a kind. That's what makes it so special. You are totally teaching us to do the same and THIS, I think is the magic of fashion. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/make-a-look-your-own#post-672974 Thu, 19 Jul 2012 16:55:04 +0000 Loves Tea 672974@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Thanks for sharing that story, Angie. What a great reminder to all of us that we can look fab and be comfy and "own" a look all at the same time. It seems like so many people forget that- they think they can only be comfortable in schlubby clothes and that they can only look great if they're following the crowd. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/make-a-look-your-own#post-672966 Thu, 19 Jul 2012 16:45:31 +0000 Debbie 672966@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>This is individual style and you certainly have it! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/make-a-look-your-own#post-672963 Thu, 19 Jul 2012 16:40:52 +0000 Gaylene 672963@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Sometimes it seems like people get so polarized about fashion. I like your take on fashion--it's about making choices for oneself. While all of us take cues from outside sources, ultimately it's the individual who decides what is right for her at any particular time and place.</p> <p>BF jeans, sky-high heels with short shorts, fleece jackets, midi dresses--all of these can be ridiculed as hopelessly unflattering or as emblematic of a "fashion victim", but I've also seen these items in outfits that make me think "WOW!". Instead of taking sides, I'd like to think I always have the option to make a decision based on what works for me in a particular time and place. So, while I'm staying with my well-fitted, straight-cut jeans for now, I want to reserve the right to try a slouchy jean in the future without feeling like I'm having to take sides. That's the fun of fashion for me--heels one day, sneakers the next. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/make-a-look-your-own#post-672936 Thu, 19 Jul 2012 15:59:45 +0000 sarah 672936@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I have no doubt that you looked FANTASTIC in your own unique way, Angie. And I'm glad you had such a great time. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/make-a-look-your-own#post-672907 Thu, 19 Jul 2012 15:26:03 +0000 Anonymous 672907@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>@R&amp;J That is hilarious! Now Angie will actually be able to clone you!</p> <p>Amen, amen, amen Angie. That's really all I can say. I saw a shoe store commercial the other day and thought, "Now this is getting ridiculous." The size of the platforms and the dizzying heel heights are so extreme. Surely no one can wear them for more than an hour without medication! You are like Coco Chanel, freeing us from the restricting female fashions of our day! I hope the women who want the freedom to wear flats will see you and follow suit. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/make-a-look-your-own#post-672902 Thu, 19 Jul 2012 15:17:50 +0000 Jonesy 672902@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Laughing at Jules and Dolly as sisters in cloning :)! </p> <p>I heartily agree with everything you've said, Angie! It's really fun to be a part of the group in some respects (enjoying the new each season, following trends, etc.), while also adding your own tweaks and emphases. Comfort, environment, budget, preferred colors and shapes, personal likes and dislikes, all factor in, so we don't look identical to each other. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/make-a-look-your-own#post-672899 Thu, 19 Jul 2012 15:15:59 +0000 san 672899@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Thankyou for liberating us from high heels!! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/make-a-look-your-own#post-672894 Thu, 19 Jul 2012 15:05:50 +0000 RoseandJoan 672894@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>*Chuckling back* I sound like I have PMT when I use so many capital letters. Dolly the sheep was cloned just along the road so the facilities are on hand </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/make-a-look-your-own#post-672890 Thu, 19 Jul 2012 14:56:05 +0000 cciele 672890@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Our own Fun, Flats-wearing Fashion Freedom Fighter ! You go Angie! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/make-a-look-your-own#post-672889 Thu, 19 Jul 2012 14:54:35 +0000 Sona 672889@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>what a timely post. I am at work in wide leg linen pants ( grey), a navy and white striped long sleeved T and ballet flats ( reva by Tory Burch). I have a busy day at work and as much as I would love to wear heels for their limb lengthening effects, being comfy is as important. So I am totally loving this post! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/make-a-look-your-own#post-672888 Thu, 19 Jul 2012 14:54:04 +0000 rae 672888@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Someday, this will be a parable we all tell young women, I think! You could have hauled around a pair of heels all day in anticipation of a switch for the event - I've read many articles suggesting this. But why bother if you feel you look appropriate and stylish in flats? I bet you stood out more than anyone in 7" heels. </p> <p>I think we as humans enjoy the unexpected - jokes are like this, and music I think. The eye seems to gloss over the things we've seen a million times before in every storefront and magazine. The little personal quirks and spins become so exciting! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/make-a-look-your-own#post-672887 Thu, 19 Jul 2012 14:51:30 +0000 Angie 672887@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Thanks, Shannon and Jamie! You are both so kind. </p> <p>Chuckling at Jules :). Can I clone you? </p> <p>I just reread my post and did not mean for it to come across as, "I'm so much better than them because I wore flats and I'm not following the crowds". Not at all! I'm trying to illustrate that we can all make our style comfort levels work, thereby securing outfit confidence and endorphins.</p> <p>If I was very comfortable in heels, I would have worn heels </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/make-a-look-your-own#post-672885 Thu, 19 Jul 2012 14:48:34 +0000 RoseandJoan 672885@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>FASHION DEMOCRACY IN ACTION!</p> <p>There is not one look which transcends everything shown on the catwalk and yet we can be force fed an ideal by the mass media. I love to embrace trends but the execution of the said trend is what keeps a look interesting. WE ARE NOT SHEEP BEING HERDED INTO A PEN, WE ARE LUCKY ENOUGH TO BE BORN WITH FREEDON OF THOUGHT AND I INTEND TO USE IT.</p> <p>You have said it time and time again Angie, fashion unites us and style sets us apart. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/make-a-look-your-own#post-672883 Thu, 19 Jul 2012 14:46:55 +0000 Jamie 672883@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Shannon said it better than I could - "You are our champion for individuality...." I'd much rather feel "fab" in my own right at such an event or for any part of my life rather than conform when it doesn't suit me. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/make-a-look-your-own#post-672877 Thu, 19 Jul 2012 14:41:49 +0000 Transcona Shannon 672877@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Great story to relate to this morning's post. You are our champion for individuality Angie and I for one appreciate more than you know how you never try to make any of us on YLF feel like we need to conform.</p> <p>Comfort - both physically and emotionally - should always be part of a person's style. You felt like "you" in your ensemble (which sounds stunning by the way) and therefore would have carried it off with panache. If you had worn sky high heels, you would have had angry feet and probably would have been fussing all evening in your discomfort. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/make-a-look-your-own#post-672874 Thu, 19 Jul 2012 14:35:33 +0000 Angie 672874@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>In the light of this morning's blog post I'm going to relay a story.</p> <p>I went to an extremely snazzy couture fashion show last week. It was on the water and just breathtakingly beautiful. (Seattle is a very pretty city!) Saw all the biggest names in fashion come down the runway debuting their Fall collections. It was killer stunning and I enjoyed every second of it as tired as I was.</p> <p>The guests there were THE fashion conscious of Seattle and customers who will purchase the pieces that came gliding down the runway. There were thousands at the show and it was quite the fab people watching place!</p> <p>I saw one other lady wear flats, and the rest of the lovely ladies were wearing gorgeous high heels or very high heels. The men were in flats - and so was I. I was one of the boys!<br /> I had come straight from a NAS preselection appointment with clients and was wearing animal print slipper flats (have to be comfortable when you race around for 12 hours with clients) - along with black silky harem pants, fitted cropped ink blue blazer and neon clutch. </p> <p>Although I was a foot shorter than most that evening, I felt that my outfit was unique because of the flats. I did not wish I was wearing my heels in order to look more fashionable. I was just so very happy to have happy feet and soak up the glorious couture! And be able to do another full day of preselections with clients the next day with feet that felt fab. </p> <p>It's liberating and FUN to make a look your own. This feeling cuts to the core of why style is so very different to fashion. </p>