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YouLookFab Forum » Topic: My 2021 Review https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/my-2021-review Style Advice for Fashion Lovers en-US Tue, 14 Apr 2026 20:15:57 +0000 http://bbpress.org/?v=1.0.2 <![CDATA[Search]]> q https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/search.php Style Fan on "My 2021 Review" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/my-2021-review#post-2246139 Fri, 31 Dec 2021 20:18:33 +0000 Style Fan 2246139@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ Bijou, I am glad to hear your health has improved.  I always enjoy your posts.  You remind me of a movie star.  Grace Kelly and January Jones in Mad Men come to mind.  The new additions to your wardrobe are lovely.  I especially love the turquoise dresses—such a gorgeous colour on you. Angie on "My 2021 Review" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/my-2021-review#post-2246123 Fri, 31 Dec 2021 17:00:36 +0000 Angie 2246123@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ I know all about the stresses of being self-employed. Congrats on your new biz and good luck! Happy to hear that your health challenges are sorted. That's the most important part.... Bijou, your absolutely KILLER glam, daring, dressy and fun style continues to comfort us too! Queen Powerfully Pretty with a Black Belt is a therapeutic inspiration of the highest order! Thank you and well done! Onward to a better 2022! Bijou on "My 2021 Review" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/my-2021-review#post-2245869 Wed, 29 Dec 2021 13:43:53 +0000 Bijou 2245869@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ Zaeobi, thank you for the lovely comments. The throat scar has healed and quite hard to see now, but I am still wearing my pearls, as they finish off my outfits. The idea of dressing like a snow queen in winter sounds like fun even if it never snows here. Zaeobi on "My 2021 Review" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/my-2021-review#post-2245680 Tue, 28 Dec 2021 02:44:24 +0000 Zaeobi 2245680@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ These are such pretty colours on you - I agree with the 'ethereal movie star' description! Can see some of Elsa's spunk too though, as Carla mentioned - so maybe you can add 'snow queen' in there too I'm glad the thyroid issue is better after the surgery - I know you were self-conscious about the scar, so just wanted to add that you've been looking as fab as ever in your WiWs lately, don't worry Being your own boss is the dream - congrats, I'm sure you've worked hard for it! Bijou on "My 2021 Review" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/my-2021-review#post-2245677 Tue, 28 Dec 2021 01:33:04 +0000 Bijou 2245677@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ Minaminu, hopefully 2022 will a good year for us all. Joy, I am always inspired by your WIW posts, thank you for leading they way in style. Wishing you a good 2022 too. Anonymous on "My 2021 Review" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/my-2021-review#post-2245493 Sun, 26 Dec 2021 21:35:39 +0000 Anonymous 2245493@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ You had a good year, Bijou.  It looks like you handled all that life threw at you with poise and a sense of adventure.  I look forward to seeing what you do and wear in 2022. Minaminu on "My 2021 Review" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/my-2021-review#post-2245410 Sun, 26 Dec 2021 13:50:23 +0000 Minaminu 2245410@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ Bijou, well done for raising to all the challenges that 2021 threw on your way and for building such a lovely wardrobe which reflects your personality and happy go lucky personality! I enjoy seeing your outfits as they are always so glam and polished! Onwards for 2022, I look forward seeing how you will develop your style Bijou on "My 2021 Review" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/my-2021-review#post-2245403 Sun, 26 Dec 2021 12:32:48 +0000 Bijou 2245403@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ Shevia - the pink pantsuit is lots of fun and a firm favourite for me too. Sal - a post pandemic catch up with you and Brooklyn would be FABULOUS fun! Gryffin - on the whole, I consider 2021 to be a good year for me. I have enjoyed being my own boss, worked on improving my fitness and health and relaxed into my style. You are right, those turquoise dresses are special and even more so because they always remind me of Brooklyn and my YLF friends. Thank you for your amazing compliments and I am looking forward to the adventures that await in 2022. gryffin on "My 2021 Review" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/my-2021-review#post-2245390 Sun, 26 Dec 2021 03:39:37 +0000 gryffin 2245390@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ Bijou - you are so like a modern grace Kelly. Poised, regal, elegant but always an element of playfulness. Nemosmom nailed it with “movie star ethereal”. But with the warmth and charm of an “ordinary princess” (please see MM Kaye book!!!). Of course lucky girl to have the incredible, stupendous Brooklyn as your personal shopper. Talk about the dream team! All your new purchases are gorgeous but my heart belongs to the turquoise dresses!! Wow, being your own boss - fabulous, terrifying, empowering and draining all at the same time. Voyaging is victory. I do look forward to hear how you navigate this adventure. I hope it brings you every satisfaction, reward and joy possible!! Sal on "My 2021 Review" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/my-2021-review#post-2245385 Sun, 26 Dec 2021 03:10:40 +0000 Sal 2245385@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ I love your style and your attitude. You continue to look pretty and powerful. Join Brooklyn and me for a post pandemic meet up!! Jaime on "My 2021 Review" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/my-2021-review#post-2245379 Sun, 26 Dec 2021 02:30:04 +0000 Jaime 2245379@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ Beautiful attitude to match your beautiful appearance Bijou! You have managed a trying year with great style- in every sense. I love your pink pantsuit and all your WIWs are such a joy. Hope to see many more in the new year! Bijou on "My 2021 Review" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/my-2021-review#post-2245301 Sat, 25 Dec 2021 12:55:30 +0000 Bijou 2245301@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ Suntiger, working for myself has been great. Lisa, your posts about dealing with your changed working situation and not being able to buy great jackets “because they’ll be great for work” have really hit a chord with me. I am hoping to relax into my new work situation and gradually transition my style and wardrobe. Listening to you, Carla and Brooklyn has been very helpful. Slim cat, the lovely Margot is my most glamorous accessory. She has a very cute new tartan collar for Christmas. Nemosmom, wow, you have made my day. If I was a kid, Elska would be my Disney hero and given how hot it is here at 42.8C today and 44C tomorrow, the ability to turn things to ice would be a great superpower. Suz, Sal and I both did very well from Brooklyn’s shopping recommendations. Jenni, doctors like you and all our healthcare workers are the hero’s in this pandemic. I am glad you like the new colours I have added as we both have a love of wearing colour. Your new jacket is my favourite Jenni wardrobe addition of 2021. Irina, thank you so very much. Carla, I love Elsksa! Now if only it was practical to wear gowns everyday! Brooklyn, I am looking forward to 2022. My green bag is a See by Chloe bag and I always think of you when I wear it. It was a special treat for finishing up a big job and the quality is superb. Brooklyn on "My 2021 Review" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/my-2021-review#post-2245290 Sat, 25 Dec 2021 06:34:19 +0000 Brooklyn 2245290@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ High five Bijou, I am also self employed now! It has it’s pros and cons, doesn’t it? But it’s nice to run your own show. Your wardrobe and attitude is inspiring. I love how virtually every Find is unique, and glamorous and so you. I am so pleased I was able to help add to your superb collection :) You are ready for 2022! Carla on "My 2021 Review" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/my-2021-review#post-2245275 Fri, 24 Dec 2021 22:11:52 +0000 Carla 2245275@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ Bijou, you are such an asset to the forum!  I love what nemosmom wrote  and adore how you manage to incorporate an element of fantasy in your everyday outfits.  More, please! Irina on "My 2021 Review" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/my-2021-review#post-2245270 Fri, 24 Dec 2021 21:32:03 +0000 Irina 2245270@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ Great analysis! Your outfits always make me smile - they are so pretty! But at the same time, they are powerful. You are not afraid of bright colors, shine and unique designs. Stay you in 2022, it works splendidly! Happy holidays! Jenni NZ on "My 2021 Review" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/my-2021-review#post-2245265 Fri, 24 Dec 2021 18:20:27 +0000 Jenni NZ 2245265@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ Such beautiful fresh colours you wear! Gorgeous. I find looking at your outfits uplifting. This time in history is a long slog but I do feel hopeful still xx Suz on "My 2021 Review" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/my-2021-review#post-2245261 Fri, 24 Dec 2021 17:29:22 +0000 Suz 2245261@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ I love how Brooklyn has become personal shopper to the Southern Hemisphere Fabbers! Those turquoise dresses are complete stunners on you and no wonder you get compliments!  What nemosmom said about "movie star ethereal" -- that's a great description of your special glamour. The colour story in the Finds you posted confirms that. And the Bao Bao is the perfect addition to the mix.  I hope for you that the new year is even a little less challenging personally (health) and that the professional challenges are more enlivening than worrisome, and that you continue to derive comfort and joy from your closet!  nemosmom on "My 2021 Review" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/my-2021-review#post-2245253 Fri, 24 Dec 2021 15:46:28 +0000 nemosmom 2245253@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ Your color palette and silhouettes have such a movie-star-ethereal vibe, it's pure magic, really.  Congrats on making it through such a challenging year!  Wishing strength to overcome whatever '22 throws your way xx slim cat on "My 2021 Review" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/my-2021-review#post-2245248 Fri, 24 Dec 2021 15:31:34 +0000 slim cat 2245248@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ Great new pieces and fab style all together - always a joy to see your creative outfits! Wishing you success in new venture, health and more fun times with your family ( lovely Margo including of course ). Anonymous on "My 2021 Review" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/my-2021-review#post-2245247 Fri, 24 Dec 2021 14:59:25 +0000 Anonymous 2245247@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ Thanks for sharing your thoughts with us . A whole new work situation is challenging enough , even without being in a pandemic . I always love your bright and colourful ensembles - and your inherent prettiness works so well with your style . Happy 2022 to you and yours Anonymous on "My 2021 Review" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/my-2021-review#post-2245242 Fri, 24 Dec 2021 14:33:25 +0000 Anonymous 2245242@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ These are great pieces for you! Yay to self employment Bijou on "My 2021 Review" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/my-2021-review#post-2245239 Fri, 24 Dec 2021 14:03:06 +0000 Bijou 2245239@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ Helena - when things have gotten tough (like just before I was about to have surgery on my thyroid and was feeling scared about having my neck cut open), I remembered your advice from about 2 years ago where you said to stay calm you would remind yourself "I am OK". It really helped, to acknowledge the fear but also rise above it.  KKards - the new venture has been great in that it has provided me with flexibility to work hours that suit me, giving me more time to spend with my family. Rachy - the mint feels fresh for summer. I work from home and work with my colleagues virtually, we do meet up from time to time. It helps that I have previously worked with both my business partners, so we know we enjoy working together. rachylou on "My 2021 Review" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/my-2021-review#post-2245237 Fri, 24 Dec 2021 13:45:26 +0000 rachylou 2245237@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ You’ve built a really nice capsule of blue greens, Bijou! Are you working from home? kkards on "My 2021 Review" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/my-2021-review#post-2245236 Fri, 24 Dec 2021 13:16:16 +0000 kkards 2245236@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ I thought once we turned the page from 2020 to 2021 “things” would get better…and here we are at the end of 2021 and challenges still abide.  And as you mention, 2022 feels like it will be a challenge as well.  But I love that in the middle of all of those, you started a new venture!  <div>I love how curated your wardrobe is, love that you’ve embraced color and texture, with whimsy and tailored pieces working side by side.  I love how you’ve leaned into what works for you, and yet have added new ideas.   </div><div>Well done. </div> Helena on "My 2021 Review" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/my-2021-review#post-2245234 Fri, 24 Dec 2021 12:57:37 +0000 Helena 2245234@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ Bijou, your brightly colourful, pretty outfits and happy smile always brighten my day! Congratulations on getting through a tricky year and wishing you health, business success and happiness for 2022!! Xo Bijou on "My 2021 Review" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/my-2021-review#post-2245232 Fri, 24 Dec 2021 10:50:28 +0000 Bijou 2245232@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ 2021 was a challenging year for me, personally and professionally.  Professionally, in October 2020 I started a new business venture. Being my own boss has been great but there are stresses that come with a less stable income.  Personally I had two health issues but have recovered well. My wardrobe has been a source of comfort for me in what has been a busy year. I have outfits to accommodate my needs and I am happy with my style. Most of my 2021 purchases have been from Australian designers, local stores or second hand. I have been trying to reduce the amount of polyester and synthetics in my wardrobe. A goal I set was to transition my wardrobe away from formal work wear to casual clothing with mixed results. I am always a bit more dressed up than others, I have embraced that and worn what I like. On Zoom meetings I am often the only one wearing a jacket because I prefer wearing jackets and blazers to hoodies. My clients and colleagues have never said anything negative about my choices. My personal shopper Brooklyn found two stunning turquoise dresses for me (in Finds) and whenever I wear them, I get complimented on them. Complete winners. My recommendation is if Brooklyn finds something for you, BUY IT! I expanded my winter colour palette to include some earth tones and have enjoyed the pieces I added to my wardrobe which I acquired second hand (cardigan, bag and trench coat). My winter wildcard purchase was a pink velvet pant suit. Fun worn together and great as separates. My summer wardrobe has benefitted from my wildcard purchase of platform sneakers, midi skirts and cotton blouses and dresses. Mint and green has crept into my wardrobe and plays nicely with the white, pink and denim in my wardrobe. My most recent fab 2nd hand find was the Bao Bao clutch. 2022 is likely to be another challenging year, but we have made it this far and we will come through. As we come to the end of 2021, I am feeling strong, healthy and hopeful.