https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/mid-year-wardrobe-report Style Advice for Fashion Lovers en-US Tue, 07 Apr 2026 10:31:33 +0000 http://bbpress.org/?v=1.0.2 q https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/search.php https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/mid-year-wardrobe-report#post-2033536 Sat, 08 Jun 2019 04:24:47 +0000 Anonymous 2033536@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Jenni, I hope I can make it to Eitly’s age and be in good shape. You are so right about your patient. I have seen that happen too. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/mid-year-wardrobe-report#post-2033310 Fri, 07 Jun 2019 08:00:41 +0000 Jenni NZ 2033310@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Well Joy I hope that you make the age of Eirlys at least so that’s more than 10 years! But I think I agree that it’s unlikely that we would ever stop updating our wardrobes if our health permitted that to be an interest. That was partly how I knew that my lovely patient was fading, she was the 88 year old I so admired in the jewel colours, and then I went to her 90th, but 2-3 years later her memory was going and style fading </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/mid-year-wardrobe-report#post-2033253 Thu, 06 Jun 2019 23:33:15 +0000 Anonymous 2033253@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Elizabeth, yes, there is always room for improvement. I started out wanting to develop a forever ( well, for me that’s probably 10 years being optimistic) wardrobe then finally realized that there is no such thing. It needs attention and regular updating each season. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/mid-year-wardrobe-report#post-2033096 Thu, 06 Jun 2019 16:22:31 +0000 Elizabeth P 2033096@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p><div>This is inspirational Joy... I am at the point of overflowing my closet, and I think I read you post in just the right mood to be motivated to cull rather than start morphing into other spaces.</div><div><br /></div><div>I love how you describe getting pickier as well.&nbsp;<br /> It always surprises me, as I've always thought of you having such a fab wardrobe.&nbsp; But I guess there is always room for improvement.&nbsp; Good for you! </p> <p></div> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/mid-year-wardrobe-report#post-2032979 Thu, 06 Jun 2019 03:48:59 +0000 Anonymous 2032979@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Bonnie, much like you I did a lot of wardrobe give sways before moving knowing that I would have less room (5 bedrooms to 2!). But I was unsure about the new climate and culture. Although both pls explain had 4 seasons, there are big differences, more than I expected. I was hoping just wearing would reduce my wardrobe size naturally, but I need to be more aggressive . I should not even look at what I think of looking at summer clothing as that was my dominate season before moving. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/mid-year-wardrobe-report#post-2032792 Wed, 05 Jun 2019 15:05:24 +0000 Bonnie 2032792@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I like your goal of keeping all of your clothes in one closet. I am trying to do the same thing. I gave away a lot before the move in December and another box last month. They were mostly items that were not being worn. Have fun shopping this summer! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/mid-year-wardrobe-report#post-2032787 Wed, 05 Jun 2019 14:40:08 +0000 Anonymous 2032787@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Robin, I have to be pickier than in the past. There is less closet space and I keep as a goal not putting my clothes in the guest room closet. That means putting what was once spread through 4 bedroom closets in one that is shared with DH. Anything new needs to be worthy of a hanger or place on a shelf. So if considering something, I have to ask myself what I am willing to get rid of to have it. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/mid-year-wardrobe-report#post-2032722 Wed, 05 Jun 2019 12:38:45 +0000 RobinF 2032722@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I am intrigued by the plastic jeans. I am with you about trying to be pickier, I find since YLF I am pickier just because I think things through a bit more and don't make as many spontaneous purchases.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/mid-year-wardrobe-report#post-2032554 Tue, 04 Jun 2019 21:10:25 +0000 Anonymous 2032554@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Angie, I hope to do a thorough job of it. I know it will make life easier.<br /> Karen, you are so right, the more petite you are the faster a weight change can mean a size change.<br /> Torontogirl, thank you for your kindness. I hope going forward I will make good choices.. I am getting better at being picky. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/mid-year-wardrobe-report#post-2032539 Tue, 04 Jun 2019 20:42:47 +0000 Helena 2032539@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Excellent Joy - I love your priorities and that you leave no retail stone unturned! I hope all is well with your health; I'm sure you look as lovely as you always go regardless of an extra pound here and there! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/mid-year-wardrobe-report#post-2032537 Tue, 04 Jun 2019 20:29:15 +0000 karen13 2032537@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Nice work Joy - Your WIWs continue to look fabulous, so you are indeed in a good wardrobe place! And this reminds me I need to do some editing too. A few persistent extra pounds makes a big difference in comfort and fit for us petite people and I am commiserating with many of the YLFers in the same boat.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/mid-year-wardrobe-report#post-2032491 Tue, 04 Jun 2019 16:39:14 +0000 Angie 2032491@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>YAY, <b>Joy</b>. Be ruthless with the jeans and tops! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/mid-year-wardrobe-report#post-2032473 Tue, 04 Jun 2019 15:14:39 +0000 Anonymous 2032473@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Suz, I have also gained about 8 pounds but at my size it seems like more. I am open to A-lines but we will see. I don’t think any weight went to my skinny legs so they may still look very thin under an A-line skirt, it if it is soft it may work well.<br /> Angie, I have another pile of mostly jeans for DDIL to look at and try. Then what is left is going to a thrift shop. I still need a big try on of tops but most still fit. It is more of deciding if I still want to wear them. Thank you for your support! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/mid-year-wardrobe-report#post-2032457 Tue, 04 Jun 2019 14:28:30 +0000 Angie 2032457@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Good job, <b>Joy.</b>&nbsp;Great hearing you did a fab edit and review.&nbsp;</p> <p>How about ask dresses?&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/mid-year-wardrobe-report#post-2032382 Tue, 04 Jun 2019 05:39:38 +0000 Suz 2032382@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Excellent report, <b>Joy.</b> I like your matter of fact attitude and also, that is amazing about the jeans!&nbsp;</p> <p>How are you feeling about A-lines these days? I remember you and I both decided a few years back that they did not do us a lot of favours. Since then, I have gained about 10 pounds and I notice it makes a difference -- I can wear A-lines again. But they do have to be the right A-lines, and the length is key. Anyway, it's one small silver lining with a bit of weight gain (for me, at least) and I wondered if that is also true for you.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/mid-year-wardrobe-report#post-2032375 Tue, 04 Jun 2019 04:47:48 +0000 Bijou 2032375@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Joy from seeing your WIW's - you have an enviable wardrobe and so adding slowly and carefully makes a lot of sense. I love how you have found those jeans and are thinking about how and where items are made. The pendulum is definitely shifting towards more ethical and sustainable fashion. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/mid-year-wardrobe-report#post-2032371 Tue, 04 Jun 2019 04:08:06 +0000 Anonymous 2032371@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Glory and Rachylou, the jeans may no longer be available at Walmart.. They are Time &amp; Tru brand . Mine are colors like turquoise, watermelon, light aqua and peach. There may also be white and denim blue.<br /> If they can make polyester out of discarded plastic bottles that is like fleece and denim, they should expand to other fabrics. It may help clean up the ocean. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/mid-year-wardrobe-report#post-2032336 Tue, 04 Jun 2019 00:42:52 +0000 rachylou 2032336@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Gee. Might make a pilgrimage to Walmart! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/mid-year-wardrobe-report#post-2032288 Mon, 03 Jun 2019 20:50:25 +0000 Glory 2032288@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>That’s great information on the jeans and I will give it a look - hopefully they carry them here in Canada. I have owned a couple of fleeces made from plastic and they were great. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/mid-year-wardrobe-report#post-2032272 Mon, 03 Jun 2019 20:12:41 +0000 Anonymous 2032272@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Suntiger, I agree. I never would have looked for jeans at Walmart! Last fall I did finally find a HEWI of a scarf to pull black and navy together at a locally owned kitchen shop! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/mid-year-wardrobe-report#post-2032271 Mon, 03 Jun 2019 20:09:37 +0000 Anonymous 2032271@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Thank you, Cardiff Girl. Consigning has opened my eyes to the value of good brands and taking care of your clothes too. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/mid-year-wardrobe-report#post-2032268 Mon, 03 Jun 2019 20:07:40 +0000 Anonymous 2032268@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Wow-leave no retail stone unturned! Sounds like your wardrobe is in a good place </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/mid-year-wardrobe-report#post-2032259 Mon, 03 Jun 2019 20:00:41 +0000 Cardiff girl 2032259@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Those plastic bottle jeans sound very interesting.I have seen fleeces made from plastic bottle s but not jeans.Sounds like you have been very thoughtful in your wardrobe planning this year. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/mid-year-wardrobe-report#post-2032257 Mon, 03 Jun 2019 19:57:34 +0000 Anonymous 2032257@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Like Suz I have been thinking about my wardrobe. It is in pretty good shape for any occasion and I have not bought much. Most have been replacements for low waist pants.<br /> Along the way I found a few other things like booties, several of which are replacements.<br /> I have some insulin-induced weight gain to deal with and waistlines of my older things don’t always fit. I got rid of an armload of skirts, mostly pencil skirts. They have not been replaced as I probably have enough. I am looking for summer 2-piece dresses that will fit with my wardrobe.<br /> Now that the weather has finally gone from winter to cool spring, I need to get back to evaluating what to keep and what should go.<br /> I am trying to be more careful about the environment and worker conditions when buying. Most of my newest jeans are made with plastic bottles. They feel like normal cotton twill fabric and wash beautifully. If you see them don’t hesitate to try them. I am in the habit of not using the dryer to dry jeans so these have only been air dried. Mine are from Walmart of all places on sale for $5 each. I saw them when hunting for plastic Easter eggs to fill. Next year will probably be the year for replacing tops. Since I did not buy anything for a couple of months I am still on track with three new items a month or 36 for the year. </p>