https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/midsummer-closet-review-june-and-july-syc-and-counting-wears Style Advice for Fashion Lovers en-US Mon, 20 Apr 2026 06:43:22 +0000 http://bbpress.org/?v=1.0.2 q https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/search.php https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/midsummer-closet-review-june-and-july-syc-and-counting-wears#post-2136575 Sun, 02 Aug 2020 21:17:06 +0000 Sal 2136575@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I love your style Carla and really enjoy your forum posts - I hope one day we might get to meet........</p> <p>I definitely think combat boots would be brilliant for you and maybe a stylish winter coat that you can throw on over at home clothes and feel wonderful on city walks.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p> <p>I don't count my wears - I do track my ins and outs and numbers.&nbsp; I do know that getting to 30 is harder than you might think for many pieces....and it takes me often two seasons (except for bags and gear and the biggest workhorses).&nbsp; So anything that wears out in less than two years often hasn't got there....which is telling. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/midsummer-closet-review-june-and-july-syc-and-counting-wears#post-2136498 Sun, 02 Aug 2020 04:14:43 +0000 Jenni NZ 2136498@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Now for something more sensible than my previous comment.<br /> I started counting 4 years ago for a different reason to you- your wardrobe was much more tightly curated than mine. It has certainly curbed my purchasing, and I have done much better on buying only what I hoped would get 30 wears. Since I have done that I have edited out a few of those tops that I had either worn out with washing that many times or in 3 cases tired of the tops. I felt proud that I had worn them at least 30 times or more when editing them out- it is said that this does decrease their carbon footprint. It is hard to be sure of course if that is really true, so I am even happier when I love something so much it gets way more wears than that, like at least 3 pairs of my favourite winter pants, around the 70-80 mark and still going strong. At least if they later end up in landfill or as rags they really had good use. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/midsummer-closet-review-june-and-july-syc-and-counting-wears#post-2136490 Sun, 02 Aug 2020 02:45:10 +0000 Jaime 2136490@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Totally understand the boost from the hair/brow appointment. You have honed your style to perfection. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/midsummer-closet-review-june-and-july-syc-and-counting-wears#post-2136454 Sat, 01 Aug 2020 20:27:38 +0000 Cardiff girl 2136454@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>21st century hobbit shall be my new style goal!Informative read as always. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/midsummer-closet-review-june-and-july-syc-and-counting-wears#post-2136420 Sat, 01 Aug 2020 14:24:47 +0000 nemosmom 2136420@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>21st century hobbit!???!! Love it!&nbsp; I could see velvet and brocade being fun additions for you! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/midsummer-closet-review-june-and-july-syc-and-counting-wears#post-2136419 Sat, 01 Aug 2020 14:10:59 +0000 kkards 2136419@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Runclara, you are an inspiration ...i love how you embraced retirement and refined your style, and now you have done the same thing with “the current situation”.... </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/midsummer-closet-review-june-and-july-syc-and-counting-wears#post-2136411 Sat, 01 Aug 2020 12:05:50 +0000 rachylou 2136411@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Wow! 51 shorts outfits is saying something! And 24 the white cut-offs! It makes wonder if it’s white shorts or *those* white shorts. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/midsummer-closet-review-june-and-july-syc-and-counting-wears#post-2136399 Sat, 01 Aug 2020 04:34:35 +0000 slim cat 2136399@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Great collection and very thoughtful process- I’m learning too ! I love your outfit- especially fab hat!<br /> I did copy your way of wearing one piece of outfit for the next day with different companions/pieces and so on - thank you for the idea!<br /> If Coronavirus will shut us down again in the fall - only shoes/boots will be on my wish list. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/midsummer-closet-review-june-and-july-syc-and-counting-wears#post-2136374 Fri, 31 Jul 2020 23:03:16 +0000 Angie 2136374@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>You are Queen SIMPAT.&nbsp;</p> <p>Look at that great little capsule! And you are rocking that hat </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/midsummer-closet-review-june-and-july-syc-and-counting-wears#post-2136352 Fri, 31 Jul 2020 21:17:48 +0000 Jenni NZ 2136352@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Ha! 21st century hobbit, that’s awesome. You’re not short and dumpy enough for a hobbit though maybe, that’s me!<br /> I will have something more sensible to say but just had to appreciate that fun idea </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/midsummer-closet-review-june-and-july-syc-and-counting-wears#post-2136349 Fri, 31 Jul 2020 21:03:55 +0000 Carla 2136349@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>@notsaf - I actually did a post about the Mother jeans</p> <p><a rel="nofollow" href="https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/‘mother’-jeans---what-does-this-mean">https://youlookfab.com/welookf.....-this-mean</a></p> <p>Fit-wise, they are very good, though they ‘grew’ a little with body warmth. &nbsp;I moved the buttons (it’s a button fly) and they snugged up for a comfortable fit. &nbsp;</p> <p>@nemosmom (and notsaf) - early days on F/W but here are my thoughts: trends (that interest me) - strong shoulders, trench coat, belted jackets, retro (1940’s and Victoriana), waistcoats, velvet,brocade. &nbsp;Colours - lilac/mauve, olive, golden mustard yellow, camel. &nbsp;Things I need - restock winter gloves (multiple pairs), another pair of combat boots (coloured?), cloth (wool, cashmere?) dress coat</p> <p>I am trying to figure how this will fit into an ongoing or post pandemic activity cycle. &nbsp;If travel and social activities are relegated to grocery shopping and dental appointments, I’ll be dressing for stay-at-home punctuated by urban walks. &nbsp;Combat boots and warm accessories for out-of-doors and&nbsp;21st century hobbit for stay-at home? </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/midsummer-closet-review-june-and-july-syc-and-counting-wears#post-2136342 Fri, 31 Jul 2020 20:03:26 +0000 notsaf 2136342@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I want to hear more about your Mother bottoms: it's not a brand I've worn before, but I've heard good things! Love your mini backpack, too. And ditto NM re: what you're thinking about for fall! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/midsummer-closet-review-june-and-july-syc-and-counting-wears#post-2136336 Fri, 31 Jul 2020 19:19:48 +0000 nemosmom 2136336@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Your posts are such an inspiration, Carla! You are proof that ya don't need special occasions to dress for in order to look amazing - I learn so much from your process and counting wears. Everything you have added has been so thoughtfully done, and I love how you stick to your palette (and find those pieces that just 'magically' work).</p> <p>What are you eyeing for the coming F/W? </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/midsummer-closet-review-june-and-july-syc-and-counting-wears#post-2136335 Fri, 31 Jul 2020 19:11:16 +0000 Carla 2136335@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>@Jenn - Yes! &nbsp;I am only half way through this counting of wears experiment, but have learned quite a bit! Using a number like ‘30’ has a variety of applications.&nbsp;&nbsp;I’m using it primarily to assess how garments hold up (to wear and washing) and cost per wear. &nbsp;Some items are holding up much better than others, and now I’m getting data on brands and fabric content that go the distance. &nbsp;</p> <div><br /></div><div>I haven’t thought to apply it at point of purchase, but that is an idea I should apply to tops. &nbsp;I have 3 x more tops than bottoms! &nbsp;If I rotate all my bottoms evenly (which I don’t) they would each see 30 wears per year. &nbsp;If I rotated all my tops evenly (which I don’t) they would see about 15 wears per year, or 30 wears over 2 years. &nbsp;Counting wears reveals true wardrobe workhorses and identifies styles, colours, patterns that bear repeating.<br /><div><br /></div><div><br /></div></div></p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/midsummer-closet-review-june-and-july-syc-and-counting-wears#post-2136320 Fri, 31 Jul 2020 17:45:13 +0000 Jenn 2136320@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I love when new purchases look like they form their own mini-capsule.</p> <p>I always see the 30 wears as less about that number maximizing a garment's usefulness and more about not purchasing items you see yourself wearing less than that! Personally, though, I didn't really know the difference until I started counting.&nbsp;</p> <p>Your wardrobe is beautifully curated, and I'm glad to see you're making the most of it. Your shorts are serving you well!</p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/midsummer-closet-review-june-and-july-syc-and-counting-wears#post-2136297 Fri, 31 Jul 2020 14:59:25 +0000 Carla 2136297@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Assuming that the items in my closet all got plenty of wears before editing out, and curious about the idea of (at least) 30 wears equating with maximizing a garment’s usefulness, I embarked on a project of SYC and ‘counting wears’ in order to test my assumptions. &nbsp;Here is my midsummer report!</p> <p> <div><br /></div><div>There were a few cool days in early June, but from the summer solstice (June 20) onwards, it has been high summer in southern Ontario. &nbsp;I am definitely team shorts - 51 shorts outfits in June and July, compared to 10 dress/skirts combinations. &nbsp;White RL jean cutoffs have been worn 24 times in 2 months, and look as pristine as the day I, well, cut them down to shorts! &nbsp;A little more than half my tops are in rotation - lighter weight t-shirts, sleeveless tops, and button downs. &nbsp;A dark floral T from 2018, that was identified as a 2019 summer workhorse, has been a part of 10 outfits. &nbsp;3 lightweight Boden T’s have seen 18 wears all together. &nbsp;A new Halogen mesh top - 7 wears. &nbsp;</div><div><br /></div><div>I’m&nbsp;<i>not&nbsp;</i>in ‘no buy’ mode, but activity restrictions imposed by Covid related precautions has resulted in limited acquisitions as I navigate online shopping that meets SIMPAT style goals. &nbsp;In the past 2 months I’ve bought:&nbsp;light olive wide leg crops (Mother) an olive mini backpack (Rebecca Minkoff) a red Nootka T (Wild Coast) a cotton floral print hoodie (Old Navy), thrifted jean cut-offs, and beige shorts (which I tailored for a better fit.)</p> <p>A mini closet cul resulted in 7 items being set aside - due to wear and tear issues, &nbsp;and red items that have lost their vibrancy after frequent wear,&nbsp;washing, and sun exposure.</p> <p>I got a HUGE pick-me-up in July, when I was able to get a hair cut and aesthetics appointment for lashes and brows after almost 6 months without these services! &nbsp;The province entered ‘stage 2’ re-opening in late June, and just recently transitioned to ‘stage 3’. &nbsp;</p> <p> </div><div><br /></div><div>Going forward, I suspect August and much of September will resemble the past two months, and the shorts I have in rotation will all clock over 30 wears before I pack them away for the season, &nbsp;While enjoying the heck out of summer, my (fashion) thoughts are turning towards the annual October closet review and &nbsp;F/W updates.</p> <p>#1 new acquisitions in June and July<br />#2 typical outfit (walking to Sportsplex for a swim!)</p> <p> </div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div></p> <p> </div> </p>