https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/new-and-where-do-i-start Style Advice for Fashion Lovers en-US Sat, 18 Apr 2026 17:38:50 +0000 http://bbpress.org/?v=1.0.2 q https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/search.php https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/new-and-where-do-i-start#post-852113 Mon, 18 Feb 2013 03:09:16 +0000 Sveta 852113@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>You already received all the tips from the ladies here, I just wanted to say welcome. This forum is the best place ever!<br /> The only thing I can add that if you are not sure if you should keep or toss something you can post the pictures here and get the advice. This is what I did and it helped me tremendously. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/new-and-where-do-i-start#post-852054 Mon, 18 Feb 2013 01:06:50 +0000 qfbrenda 852054@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>The other women have you sorted out, but I wanted to welcome you and say hello! I'm a SAHM and homeschooling mom to 5. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/new-and-where-do-i-start#post-851995 Sun, 17 Feb 2013 23:50:14 +0000 Ingunn 851995@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Welcome to a warm and friendly place on the web! I think you've got great advice already, so I'll only underline what's been said already: If you have pieces in your wardrobe that are not absolutely necessities, and they don't fit properly or make you feel good wearing them, then you are better off purging. I try to cultivate a fairly small wardrobe myself, and it is amazing how many outfits a small, well chosen wardrobe can produce. </p> <p>A list that origins from Harper's Bazaar suggests the following:</p> <p>4 sweaters (2 work/2 casual)<br /> 7 tees: Short sleeve, long sleeve, turtle neck<br /> 4 coats and jackets (Coat, trench, blazer, sport)<br /> 4 pants<br /> 4 skirts<br /> 2 tops for every pant and skirt (8 dressy, 8 casual)<br /> 1 suit for every season<br /> 5 dresses (2 day dresses, 1 cocktail, 1 formal, 1 FAB)<br /> 4 jeans (1 slim, 1 relaxed, 1 cropped, 1 for heels)</p> <p>To me, this is way more than I need, but it is a great starting point you easily can adjust to your own liking, ie you probably don't need several suits, and maybe one dressy pant is enough, and so on... Good luck purging! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/new-and-where-do-i-start#post-851978 Sun, 17 Feb 2013 23:20:30 +0000 Melaine 851978@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Wow Thank you all for the tips. I've been checking out all these great links and cleaning out my closet most of today. I am sure I will need more help but I am making progress! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/new-and-where-do-i-start#post-851923 Sun, 17 Feb 2013 21:59:03 +0000 Caro in Oz 851923@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Nothing to add except welcome:) </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/new-and-where-do-i-start#post-851787 Sun, 17 Feb 2013 17:55:05 +0000 goldenpig 851787@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Yay, another mommy board member! Welcome! So excited for you and congrats on the weight loss!</p> <p>I second Claudia about the bra fitting and jeans, also would add getting a new haircut if needed. Also consider posting a pic or two to get your body shape sorted out (you have to be a member for 10 days and have a certain number of posts before posting pics on here, so you can put in a link to another photo hosting site in the meantime). Then check out the archives--you can look up Angie's tips on how to dress for your shape. Also esp since you're a SAHM make sure to look up her Mom On the Go Formulas--they're several years old but still relevant.</p> <p>As for how to purge, it depends on whether you like to do it all at once or in small chunks. I would try EVERYTHING on and ask yourself 1) Does it fit and flatter my body? 2) Does it fill a wardrobe need? 3) Do I feel fab in this? Keep everything that's all yes. If all no, donate. If it's 2/3 yes, but maybe a little big because of the weight loss, keep if it's something that's easily altered to fit you better, but if it's way too big let it go. I eventually got rid of most of my old pre-YLF stuff that was dated and/or no longer my style or didn't fit right for my post-baby body, but there are a select few pieces like my 15 yr old Banana Republic wrap dress that I still love and wear a lot. If there are things that you are not sure about, post a keep or purge thread with pics and you'll get lots of great advice here!</p> <p>Here are some links to get you started:<br /> Body type:<br /> <a href="http://youlookfab.com/2009/03/11/refresher-identifying-your-body-type/" rel="nofollow">http://youlookfab.com/2009/03/.....body-type/</a><br /> Mom on the Go:<br /> <a href="http://youlookfab.com/category/outfits/mom-on-the-go/" rel="nofollow">http://youlookfab.com/category.....on-the-go/</a><br /> Closet Editing:<br /> <a href="http://youlookfab.com/2012/08/06/the-six-piles-of-closet-editing/" rel="nofollow">http://youlookfab.com/2012/08/.....t-editing/</a><br /> When to alter clothing:<br /> <a href="http://youlookfab.com/2011/04/13/when-to-alter-clothing-for-perfect-fit/" rel="nofollow">http://youlookfab.com/2011/04/.....rfect-fit/</a><br /> Frugal style:<br /> <a href="http://youlookfab.com/category/strategies/frugal-style/" rel="nofollow">http://youlookfab.com/category.....gal-style/</a><br /> Style Renewal on a Budget:<br /> <a href="http://youlookfab.com/2009/06/18/style-renewal-on-a-budget-start-with-visual-impact/" rel="nofollow">http://youlookfab.com/2009/06/.....al-impact/</a><br /> Wardrobe Essentials:<br /> <a href="http://youlookfab.com/2008/02/05/wardrobe-essentials/" rel="nofollow">http://youlookfab.com/2008/02/.....ssentials/</a><br /> Perfect Pants Length (never knew I was wearing my pants too short till I joined here!):<br /> <a href="http://youlookfab.com/2011/01/12/perfect-pant-lengths-for-flared-bottoms/" rel="nofollow">http://youlookfab.com/2011/01/.....d-bottoms/</a><br /> Style Persona (once you've edited your closet this should be easier to figure out):<br /> <a href="http://youlookfab.com/2012/01/09/describing-your-style-persona/" rel="nofollow">http://youlookfab.com/2012/01/.....e-persona/</a></p> <p>I couldn't find a good blog post about wardrobe remixing, but Redbook does articles on remixing clothes that I found to be really helpful, especially when I was just starting out (this was one of my first few threads):<br /> <a href="http://goldenpig.lookfab.com/post/challenge-wardrobe-remix-create-14-new-outfits" rel="nofollow">http://goldenpig.lookfab.com/p.....ew-outfits</a><br /> <a href="http://www.redbookmag.com/beauty-fashion/tips-advice/outfit-ideas-for-spring-2013#slide-1" rel="nofollow">http://www.redbookmag.com/beau.....13#slide-1</a><br /> <a href="http://www.redbookmag.com/beauty-fashion/tips-advice/fall-outfits-2012#slide-1" rel="nofollow">http://www.redbookmag.com/beau.....12#slide-1</a></p> <p>And finally, just have fun browsing through other members' WIW's...you'll find lots of style inspiration there! This is such a great community, you'll get a lot of help and hand-holding and it's lots of fun! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/new-and-where-do-i-start#post-851619 Sun, 17 Feb 2013 14:42:36 +0000 Suz 851619@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Welcome!! And congrats on your recent weight loss! </p> <p>I would quickly purge anything that is way too big or way too old! Then, go back and read some of Angie's blog posts. Here is the link to the complete archives: <a href="http://youlookfab.com/archive/" rel="nofollow">http://youlookfab.com/archive/</a></p> <p>I spent hours and hours there when I first joined (and just before that) reading various posts. It's a great learning tool. Yes, some of the photos are dated now but as Angie always says, she sows the seed of an idea. So take the IDEAS from any year, and combine with the trends of 2013. </p> <p>Meanwhile you can do some thinking about your own style goals. Keep in mind that your lifestyle/ work, geography, and needs should be in the forefront of your planning! </p> <p>and have FUN! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/new-and-where-do-i-start#post-851618 Sun, 17 Feb 2013 14:41:59 +0000 cinnamon fern 851618@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Hi Melaine! I don't have much to add but just thought I'd welcome you. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/new-and-where-do-i-start#post-851617 Sun, 17 Feb 2013 14:40:25 +0000 Claudia 851617@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Welcome. The first thing I'd recommend is getting a professional bra fitting and purchasing a great bra if you haven't already done this. It can make a world of difference in how you look and how your clothes fit. The second would be to get a great pair of jeans. </p> <p>These can be the foundation you build the rest of your wardrobe around at a speed you are financially comfortable with. These two items I would buy the best I could afford and pay a premium for. They'll earn their higher cost. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/new-and-where-do-i-start#post-851611 Sun, 17 Feb 2013 14:19:40 +0000 Mochi 851611@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Just dropping in to welcome you. I think anything that's clearly way too big should be tossed/donated. Other stuff, I'm sure you will get some good suggestions, especially if you start posting pics. Congratulations on your weight loss and looking forward to your participation here! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/new-and-where-do-i-start#post-851585 Sun, 17 Feb 2013 13:48:10 +0000 cheryle (Dianthus) 851585@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I think you should start by purging the items you know don't work so that you only have the items you like and that fit available or those with some hope to be pinch hitters.</p> <p>I agree with Krista that you should do some reading and possibly start a fashion board on pinterest to identify your preferences. Buy what you wear the most first so if you wear casual most days, focus on casual. Also, buy a few good staple pieces (jeans come to mind) and work from there.</p> <p>Good luck and congrats. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/new-and-where-do-i-start#post-851580 Sun, 17 Feb 2013 13:40:19 +0000 Krista 851580@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Hi Melaine, welcome to the forum and congratulations on your weight loss!</p> <p>One place you could start is with Angie's posts on "Mom on the Go" formulas and see if the ideas for those outfits work for you. Then you can purge your closet based on those ideas. It's also a good idea to consider your lifestyle - keeping the clothes that work for you versus what you know you rarely wear.</p> <p>The best place to start (really) is to make yourself a cup of tea or coffee and spend some time searching through the forum for ideas on what you've mentioned - purging/keeping/tossing/, style for your lifestyle, etc.</p> <p>Others will chime in with ideas - looking forward to seeing you post on the forum! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/new-and-where-do-i-start#post-851542 Sun, 17 Feb 2013 11:47:44 +0000 Melaine 851542@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I'm excited to find some advice and help here....boy do I need it! I am a stay at home and homeschooling mom to three kiddos and have recently lost the baby weight from all three. Happy to be back to my wedding day weight! But money is tight so I cannot afford to replace all my clothes and because of the rapid weight loss even my "new" clothes aren't fitting well. My closet is in terrible dissarray with multiple sizes, styles and some really old and worn clothes too. I still have stuff from highschool (and I'm now 30). I am going through my closet this weekend. I would love tips on what my criteria should be in keep or toss? And any other help and advice for pulling my "style" together? </p>