https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/new-lifestyle-new-clothes Style Advice for Fashion Lovers en-US Tue, 14 Apr 2026 12:57:07 +0000 http://bbpress.org/?v=1.0.2 q https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/search.php https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/new-lifestyle-new-clothes/page/2#post-1596800 Tue, 29 Dec 2015 11:02:25 +0000 Inge 1596800@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Thanks Anne :-)) </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/new-lifestyle-new-clothes/page/2#post-1596734 Tue, 29 Dec 2015 00:57:32 +0000 anne 1596734@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Inge - you are excelling yourself! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/new-lifestyle-new-clothes/page/2#post-1596727 Tue, 29 Dec 2015 00:51:11 +0000 Anonymous 1596727@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Shiney you look like you like you skin. &nbsp;That's what's so cool about being a woman.</p> <p> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/new-lifestyle-new-clothes/page/2#post-1596726 Tue, 29 Dec 2015 00:39:57 +0000 Inge 1596726@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I just found this in my inbox, and I am intrigued: Dress Pant Yoga Pants. Could be an interesting option for you too, Jennifer?</p> <p>They come in four different styles, various colours (even some subtle patterns, which I love) and are apparently very comfortable. They are getting great reviews:</p> <p><a href="https://www.betabrand.com/collections/dress-pant-yoga-pants-collection.html" rel="nofollow">https://www.betabrand.com/coll.....ction.html</a> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/new-lifestyle-new-clothes/page/2#post-1596707 Mon, 28 Dec 2015 19:45:11 +0000 Inge 1596707@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p><a href="http://lolobu.com/entry/BFsHndL2vk/cream-winter" rel="nofollow">http://lolobu.com/entry/BFsHndL2vk/cream-winter</a></p> <p><a href="http://pjmscloset.blogspot.ca/2013/10/white-jeans-in-fall.html" rel="nofollow">http://pjmscloset.blogspot.ca/.....-fall.html</a></p> <p><a href="https://www.pinterest.com/pin/18577417185251216/" rel="nofollow">https://www.pinterest.com/pin/18577417185251216/</a></p> <p><a href="http://dine-dash.com/en/lora2" rel="nofollow">http://dine-dash.com/en/lora2</a></p> <p><a href="https://www.pinterest.com/pin/18225573469357288/" rel="nofollow">https://www.pinterest.com/pin/18225573469357288/</a></p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/new-lifestyle-new-clothes/page/2#post-1596702 Mon, 28 Dec 2015 18:54:27 +0000 Inge 1596702@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p><a href="https://www.pinterest.com/pin/265149496787587749/" rel="nofollow">https://www.pinterest.com/pin/265149496787587749/</a></p> <p><a href="https://www.pinterest.com/pin/253186810277222645/" rel="nofollow">https://www.pinterest.com/pin/253186810277222645/</a></p> <p><a href="https://www.pinterest.com/pin/429530883184946499/" rel="nofollow">https://www.pinterest.com/pin/429530883184946499/</a></p> <p><a href="https://www.pinterest.com/pin/265008759297950774/" rel="nofollow">https://www.pinterest.com/pin/265008759297950774/</a></p> <p><a href="https://www.pinterest.com/pin/18577417185879418/" rel="nofollow">https://www.pinterest.com/pin/18577417185879418/</a></p> <p><a href="https://www.pinterest.com/pin/18577417186068301/" rel="nofollow">https://www.pinterest.com/pin/18577417186068301/</a></p> <p><a 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rel="nofollow">https://www.pinterest.com/pin/18577417185414446/</a> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/new-lifestyle-new-clothes/page/2#post-1596701 Mon, 28 Dec 2015 18:47:33 +0000 Inge 1596701@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>OK, I couldn't help myself, here are some visuals of casual, Sporty Luxe and casual mixed with dressy outfits that I think might be helpful :-)</p> <p><a href="https://www.pinterest.com/pin/246642517067533227/" rel="nofollow">https://www.pinterest.com/pin/246642517067533227/</a></p> <p><a href="https://www.pinterest.com/pin/246642517068293091/" rel="nofollow">https://www.pinterest.com/pin/246642517068293091/</a></p> <p><a href="https://www.pinterest.com/pin/246642517068336709/" rel="nofollow">https://www.pinterest.com/pin/246642517068336709/</a></p> <p><a href="https://www.pinterest.com/pin/246642517068233835/" rel="nofollow">https://www.pinterest.com/pin/246642517068233835/</a></p> <p><a href="https://www.pinterest.com/pin/246642517067525035/" rel="nofollow">https://www.pinterest.com/pin/246642517067525035/</a></p> <p><a href="https://www.pinterest.com/pin/246642517067537301/" rel="nofollow">https://www.pinterest.com/pin/246642517067537301/</a></p> <p><a href="https://www.pinterest.com/pin/146437425356896678/" rel="nofollow">https://www.pinterest.com/pin/146437425356896678/</a></p> <p><a href="https://www.pinterest.com/pin/278519558182444707/" rel="nofollow">https://www.pinterest.com/pin/278519558182444707/</a></p> <p><a href="https://www.pinterest.com/pin/121104677456933798/" rel="nofollow">https://www.pinterest.com/pin/121104677456933798/</a></p> <p><a href="https://www.pinterest.com/pin/213146994840643072/" rel="nofollow">https://www.pinterest.com/pin/213146994840643072/</a> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/new-lifestyle-new-clothes/page/2#post-1596699 Mon, 28 Dec 2015 18:25:11 +0000 Inge 1596699@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Adding more sweater dresses to your wardrobe also sounds like a good idea, as do ponte knit pants and athleisure wear. Maybe tube pencil skirts in a knit material for Spring/Summer? And how about some knit jackets or blazers for ease of movement? Ooh, what do you think of a fab cape or poncho as a topper to throw on over everything from a dress with leggings, blazer with jeans, Sporty Luxe looks to more dressy outfits for work and leisure?</p> <p>Other casual pants with a nice amount of stretch might work too. Something like the KUT plaid skinny stretch pants perhaps. </p> <p>I also love the ease and comfort of their 'Diana' stretch corduroy skinnies, plus they are available in such fun colours.</p> <p>And I know you don't like jeans for walking, but I would like to suggest the NYDJ's 'Clarissa' skinny ankle jeans anyway. I have them in the light blue, they are extremely comfortable (you can't even tell they are "jeans"), stretchy and not constrictive in the tummy area at all (I walked all over Amsterdam and London with them this year).</p> <p>All three styles of pants work well with sweaters with asymmetrical hemline like the Halogen tunic sweaters (finding some in machine washable fabrics won't be too hard), and they are also fun with (shorter) poncho style pullovers layered over a crewneck or turtleneck T-shirt top.</p> <p>I hope we'll get to see many photos of you showing us your evolving style! </p> </p> <p>P.S. How about adding one or a few more upscale backpacks too (sounds like the one you have now is getting an excellent workout;-) I love the Matt &amp; Nat brand for those:</p> <p><a href="http://mattandnat.com/shop/handbags/backpacks" rel="nofollow">http://mattandnat.com/shop/handbags/backpacks</a></p> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/new-lifestyle-new-clothes/page/2#post-1596696 Mon, 28 Dec 2015 18:17:49 +0000 Inge 1596696@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I'm loving the sound of Charlestown and your new life, Jennifer, congrats! And I too have been following along with interest. I totally understand the need for comfortable and stylish shoes that (literally) can go the distance because I walk everywhere in Antwerp too. The only difference is that you see all levels of casual and dressy here:-)</p> <p>Starting with footwear sounds like a smart plan. Fun sneakers are one option, as are booties, ankle boots, tall boots, oxfords, sandals, slipper flats, "snow" boots... as long as they give you enough support for walking longer distances. My feet are on the high volume side, and I'm currently completely in love with AGL. Their shoes are soft, extremely comfortable, interesting, and there's a nice assortiment of styles (casual and dressy -- I like the juxtaposition of a dressier shoe with casual or Sporty Luxe looks, but casual from head to toe is just as fab -- to choose from). <br /><a href="http://www.agl.com/us/" rel="nofollow">http://www.agl.com/us/</a></p> <p>I could e.g. see these work for you and your new style:<br /><a href="http://www.agl.com/us/leather-mountain-boot.html" rel="nofollow">http://www.agl.com/us/leather-mountain-boot.html</a></p> <p><a href="http://www.agl.com/nl/shearling-booties-7405.html" rel="nofollow">http://www.agl.com/nl/shearling-booties-7405.html</a></p> <p><a href="http://www.agl.com/us/animalier-ankle-boots-7502.html" rel="nofollow">http://www.agl.com/us/animalie.....-7502.html</a><br />(I have these and they are a-ma-zing)</p> <p><a href="http://www.agl.com/us/metal-patent-low-boots-7386.html" rel="nofollow">http://www.agl.com/us/metal-pa.....-7386.html</a></p> <p><a href="http://www.agl.com/us/patent-leather-lace-ups-8190.html" rel="nofollow">http://www.agl.com/us/patent-l.....-8190.html</a></p> <p><a href="http://www.agl.com/us/patent-leather-booties-7448.html" rel="nofollow">http://www.agl.com/us/patent-l.....-7448.html</a></p> <p><a href="http://www.agl.com/us/beatles-booties-7467.html" rel="nofollow">http://www.agl.com/us/beatles-booties-7467.html</a></p> <p><a href="http://www.agl.com/us/shearling-sneakers-7406.html" rel="nofollow">http://www.agl.com/us/shearling-sneakers-7406.html</a></p> <p><a href="http://www.agl.com/us/hi-top-sneakers.html" rel="nofollow">http://www.agl.com/us/hi-top-sneakers.html</a></p> <p>And for next Spring :-)<br /><a href="http://www.agl.com/us/girly-sneakers-8053.html" rel="nofollow">http://www.agl.com/us/girly-sneakers-8053.html</a></p> <p><a href="http://www.agl.com/us/total-white-sneakers.html" rel="nofollow">http://www.agl.com/us/total-white-sneakers.html</a></p> <p><a href="http://www.agl.com/us/floral-print-slip-ons.html" rel="nofollow">http://www.agl.com/us/floral-print-slip-ons.html</a></p> <p><a href="http://www.agl.com/us/rainbow-lace-ups-8095.html" rel="nofollow">http://www.agl.com/us/rainbow-lace-ups-8095.html</a></p> <p><a href="http://www.agl.com/us/grey-beatle-boots.html" rel="nofollow">http://www.agl.com/us/grey-beatle-boots.html</a></p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/new-lifestyle-new-clothes/page/2#post-1596679 Mon, 28 Dec 2015 16:07:57 +0000 Thirkellgirl 1596679@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I grew&nbsp;up in your neck of the woods and just returned to Wellesley for a reunion a few years ago. I had forgotten how cold Thanksgiving weekend could be! Definitely needed the down jacket to do Lexington with my daughters. We've been fantasizing about moving to Minnesota (crazy, I know, but our daughter has lived a few hours from St. Paul for the past few years and it doesn't look like she's moving back east anytime soon) and St. Paul's Grand Avenue feels the most like "home" to me, style-wise. People are infinitely nicer in the Midwest than Massachusetts, but the level of dressiness in St. Paul seems just about like Newton-Wellesley. Lots of black, black down vests, black leggings with black quilted skirts, black boots, but pops of fun color in scarves, boot socks, gloves, hats. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/new-lifestyle-new-clothes/page/2#post-1596612 Mon, 28 Dec 2015 01:54:57 +0000 anne 1596612@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>No wisdom, just wanted to say that this is such an interesting thread!!! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/new-lifestyle-new-clothes/page/2#post-1596607 Mon, 28 Dec 2015 01:32:23 +0000 shiny 1596607@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Robin! Let's go shopping, neighbor!!&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/new-lifestyle-new-clothes/page/2#post-1596455 Sun, 27 Dec 2015 01:39:05 +0000 Robin 1596455@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I live in Charlestown! I'm currently one of the stay-at-home moms you've seen at the grocery store but spent the last seven years as a working/commuting mom hopping on the 92 bus. I agree it's more casual than most city neighborhoods, but I'm surprised you felt out of place in a red coat. Another factor is that Charlestown is far more economically diverse than Newton, so obviously expensive accessories and clothes feel out of place in the day time. In the mornings and evenings, the commuters are home and the fashion is more business-y/expensive. I highly recommend focusing on your shoes first. I have Joseph Seibel leather lace up sneakers that work well for neighborhood walking, and Chelsea boots or SE Petty booties work well too. The looks Angie suggested were on point if you shorten up the sweater length. If you don't like jeans, skirted leggings and ponte pants are good. Check out the Converse concept store that's just over the bridge to see if you can find some fun sneakers, too. To really fit in, you'll need a Bruins jersey :). </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/new-lifestyle-new-clothes/page/2#post-1596435 Sat, 26 Dec 2015 22:08:00 +0000 unfrumped 1596435@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>shiny, I&nbsp; think you will get there fine with various types of "juxtaposition".<br />Sort of what Ginger tea said.<br />For example, the red AT coat might in another context be worn with luxurious camel woolens and cashmere, gold jewelry or pearl statements, or&nbsp;strict architectural black and white, &nbsp;and so on for business wear or very smart casual.<br />But for neighborhood walking, leggings with Breton striped tunic and some sporty sneakers, or Greyscale's great high-tops, and maybe a scarf that has a distinctly casual or playful vibe--things that&nbsp;make use of the &nbsp;vibrancy of the red, and the fact that the fit and&nbsp;shape are great, &nbsp;but not as much the luxury nature, if that makes sense. Making&nbsp;outfits more "approachable". </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/new-lifestyle-new-clothes/page/2#post-1596428 Sat, 26 Dec 2015 20:54:07 +0000 Vix 1596428@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Hi Shiny --</p> <p>Congrats on the move, sounds amazing overall.&nbsp;</p> <p>Two quick things to add to all the great advice above:<b></b></p> <p><b>1) To me your style has no shortage of feminine, sleek, and/or dramatic elements </b>(I notice as I often look to steal inspiration from you given my love of same).&nbsp;</p> <p>I think this is why I struggle so much with sporty/casual, even though I need it because I do walk/errand run a lot. I've done a lot better since I've tried to limit my purchases to ones that have one or more of the above. The outfits you listed seem right in line with where you should be, so I'd just keep an eye out for (feminine, sleek, and/or high-drama) performance wear that you can combine with your "regular" washable clothes.</p> <p><b>2) Check out retailers who fit for/sell the "Superfeet" &nbsp;line of rigid arch supports. </b>I've added them to my life and noticed it helping many things. I'm pretty much a comfort shoe junkie but my arches are super-high and even the comfort lines don't always cut it, grrrr. Adding these to sneakers, boots, booties etc = improvement. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/new-lifestyle-new-clothes/page/2#post-1596176 Thu, 24 Dec 2015 07:44:44 +0000 Greyscale 1596176@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Your feet sound like mine (high volume, etc) and I just discovered the brand Atelje. I have an extremely high instep and there was room to replace the insole in these sneaker-boots with my very thick orthotic. Since that worked, I bet the existing insole + something like superfeet inserts would also work.</p> <p>I love the looks Angie posted with the luxe sweaters and leggings. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/new-lifestyle-new-clothes/page/2#post-1596139 Thu, 24 Dec 2015 03:33:39 +0000 shiny 1596139@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Reading your reply, Ginger, for some reason it clicked with me. I don't think my new neighbors look sloppy at all. I think they all look urban fashionable -- just casual.&nbsp;</p> <p>Maybe it's because they are all way more fit than I am, with all the yoga and walking to the Whole Foods and post office and all that every day!</p> <p>Casual / Sporty Luxe definitely looks better if you are fit and trim! I hit menopause with a skid and a bang this past year and I'm kind of fleshy these days. Though I am feeling muscles I forgot I had, since moving here.&nbsp;</p> <p>Unfrumped, totally not in the weeds. I see those details too, though rolled/ankle looks just aren't practical in our colder weather months. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/new-lifestyle-new-clothes/page/2#post-1596103 Wed, 23 Dec 2015 23:00:05 +0000 unfrumped 1596103@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I agree with shoes on up. Or at least, start thinking about categories of walk-worthy footwear and see where that takes you.<br />For me it would be:<br />Some types of slip-on sneakers, but sometimes they "slip" too much !<br />Some oxfords if cushy, and maybe rubber rather than&nbsp; stacked leather soles, as wear out on pavement<br />Flat boots, also need roomy toe box--pointy toes out, tapered can be iffy. So to have stylish roomy toes would try to amp up style in other parts of the boot.<br />Some&nbsp;types of lace-up sneakers if they are streamlined shape and style and the whole outfit could be elevated. And leather sneakers. I may be in the weeds, but I think the sneaks pass muster even more with rolled jeans, ankle pants or ankle leggings.<br />Some types of "European comfort walking shoe". For me it might be dark tonal look to be very distinct from a white trainer, for example.</p> <p>Anyway, some of these styles just work better with dresses, vs, BF jeans, vs. leggings, and so on. And color can make a difference. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/new-lifestyle-new-clothes/page/2#post-1596082 Wed, 23 Dec 2015 21:18:38 +0000 Ginger Tea 1596082@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I love the Boston area! I attended college in Boston and lived in the Back Bay area for several years. It's a great city, especially at this time of year.</p> <p>Interesting to hear how much you are finding the style sensibility of your neighborhood is differing from your old place. I run into that almost every other week with how much I travel! At first I tried more to fit in wherever we were, but over time I've decided that it's just impossible. For instance, last month when we were staying at a seaside location, it was extremely casual. A lot of the younger local women wore their pajamas to run errands. I don't think I would ever do that unless someone had stolen every other conceivable article of clothing I owned, so I just decided to dress how I wanted when we were out sightseeing or shopping. I am often the most dressy person I see all day in some of the small towns we visit. And it's not like I'm dripping with diamonds and pearls!</p> <p>You mentioned your goal is to walk to the downtown area, so you'll be spending time downtown on your walks, and not merely in your home neighborhood, so you'll want to fit in there as well. Those skirted leggings are very 'city' to me, so they sound like they'd be good for both locations.</p> <p>I like the shiny puffer coat sensibility, but I also love the wool/cashmere coat sensibility too. To my mind the rest of the outfit is more important than the coat as to what vibe it has. Lots of people who dress quite casually actually are wearing an outfit where the puffer coat is the dressiest piece. Another way I've seen people wear it is to let the puffer coat be the way to make a smart outfit more casual. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/new-lifestyle-new-clothes/page/2#post-1595986 Wed, 23 Dec 2015 17:06:18 +0000 shiny 1595986@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Yes Diana! Totally agree.&nbsp;</p> <p>I think the footwear issue for me is that as I've gotten older my feet have just gotten a lot more fussy. I need more support and yet my feet are higher volume and a tad on the wide side, so inserts just do not work, at all! I am starting to understand why my mom gravitated towards shoes-with-laces around my age, and never went back. Not saying I'm ready to give up just yet...&nbsp;</p> <p>Shoes in my closet that work well right now for walking:</p> <p>1. Munro booties. Have a bit of a heel, but not too much. My feet start to get cranky however if I'm walking all day long. They are also heavier than sneaks so my legs just get tired after awhile.<br />2. Black Naot sneakers without laces. I can walk forever in these. Lots of spring and give and ample arch support. They are sneakers technically but look a bit more fashionable. I'd like to add more in this category, I think.<br />3. I have some metallic Clark sneakers that look adorable but alas they do not offer enough arch support. I actually find the Munro booties with a bit of heel more comfortable for walking. I guess my feet don't like really flat shoes. Same goes for ballet flats -- the SW flats are uber-comfy but no arch support.&nbsp;<br />4. Flat tall black boots (forget the brand). They have a smidgen of heel, not much.&nbsp;<br />5. And of course... Asics sneakers... but I only wear them if I am wearing exercise clothes.&nbsp;</p> <p>I don't want to live in exercise clothes -- if I did that, I'd look totally out of place next to my hubby, as he will be in jeans, a dress shirt, a nice sweater, and boat shoes. I have no idea how he can live in boat shoes -- no arch support at all! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/new-lifestyle-new-clothes#post-1595969 Wed, 23 Dec 2015 16:22:38 +0000 Elle 1595969@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Congratulations on your move.</p> <p>I think the idea of starting with shoes is a good one - many of the "comfort" brands now look reasonably fashionable (taos, naot, mephisto) and you can walk for miles in them. &nbsp;They look casual but not too casual. &nbsp;As far as stretchy bottoms, I like NYDJ pants and jeans because they feel like yoga pants but look like normal pants. </p> <p>Someone (not me) could do the splits in them.</p> <p>&nbsp;On the lower priced end, the Old Navy Pixie pants or the Nordstrom teen brand Jolt are both incredibly comfy. &nbsp;With more casual bottoms, you could wear a more dressy top from your existing wardrobe. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/new-lifestyle-new-clothes#post-1595962 Wed, 23 Dec 2015 15:54:58 +0000 Diana 1595962@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Congrats on your move! How exciting! I don't know Charlestown very well but it seems like a really fun place to live. </p> <p>So, I'm probably not the best person to ask about this, because a lot of the time I DO stick out like a sore thumb and I enjoy that. But that's one of the things I like about living in Cambridge (and I suspect Charlestown in similar). As Angie says it is more casual than Boston but I think it's also more tolerant/quirky. You see everything here. Formal wear, PJs and everything in between. </p> <p>I think the idea of starting with shoes is the right one. For the record I walk everywhere and I almost never wear sneakers. Aside from workout sneakers, I have a pair of slip on floral sneakers and a pair of converse wedges and that's it. Most of the time I wear boots or oxfords. (And flat sandals, particularly gladiators, in the summer). I pretty much don't have any everyday heels over 2" any more. </p> <p>Lisa's suggestion of kit and ace is a good one. There is a big new store on newbury. It's too sporty for me but if you like that aesthetic I think you could do well there. Also the less gear-y athleta stuff. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/new-lifestyle-new-clothes#post-1595958 Wed, 23 Dec 2015 15:41:13 +0000 Angie 1595958@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Jennifer, those pics are for inspiration only. You <b>know</b> I'm all about comfortable footwear! YES, start building the outfits from the shoes up.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/new-lifestyle-new-clothes#post-1595955 Wed, 23 Dec 2015 15:36:59 +0000 Anonymous 1595955@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I totally get it, Shiny! I'm only 5'2" myself. The older I get, the more my body demands comfort, so I'm always trying to figure out how to look stylish without sacrificing comfort. I think it's doable, but it takes a lot of time because you have to hunt for the perfect items in a big sea of deal breakers. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/new-lifestyle-new-clothes#post-1595951 Wed, 23 Dec 2015 15:35:05 +0000 abc 1595951@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I hope you get the closet sorted for the new area. As an observation it struck me as really interesting how "dress codes" could be different around town but I guess it makes sense. I've been outside the USA for 5 years now and where I live anything goes so I dress for myself and find it liberating but I can see how socially you'd want to do your own version of what's cool for your hood. If I may ask what part of Mo? I am from there too cape girardeau now a long way from home in Mexico City </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/new-lifestyle-new-clothes#post-1595943 Wed, 23 Dec 2015 15:10:55 +0000 shiny 1595943@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I hear you Betty, but I also don't want my clothes to restrict my activity. If shoes (even flat shoes) are uncomfortable/pinchy, or I'm starting to work up a sweat while wearing better clothes, or clothes are too structured and don't allow freedom of movement, or bag or tote is becoming too heavy on my shoulder, I'm apt to become fussy, slow down, or want to turn around and go home too soon.&nbsp;</p> <p>Also keep in mind at 5' my legs are shorter than my hubby's... so for every step he takes, I need to take 2 or 3 just to keep up with him. What is a slow stroll for him (and pretty much everyone else in the world), can be a workout for me! ;-)</p> <p>We are aiming for longer and longer walks -- by late Spring we hope to be able to walk all the way downtown. Hopefully I've got this sorted by then. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/new-lifestyle-new-clothes#post-1595938 Wed, 23 Dec 2015 14:56:24 +0000 shiny 1595938@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>You know what else I like about those looks, Angie? I could easily wear those to travel too. I like to dress up on the plane because I frequently run into my coworkers at the airport, yet I still like to be comfy.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/new-lifestyle-new-clothes#post-1595937 Wed, 23 Dec 2015 14:55:15 +0000 shiny 1595937@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Angie, the first look would totally work -- except that sneakers like those always look goofy on me. Maybe my eye just has to adjust.&nbsp;</p> <p>The other two are great but the heels appear too high for walking a lot. (To clarify, the area I live in is on a big hill... in fact, it reminds me of San Fran in a lot of ways... whenever I go out, I am walking DOWN then back UP a big big hill). I like my boyfriend jeans but I fear they do require heels to pull off.&nbsp;</p> <p>I suspect what I need to do is to start from the shoes up? </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/new-lifestyle-new-clothes#post-1595933 Wed, 23 Dec 2015 14:48:47 +0000 Anonymous 1595933@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I'm sure Angie can help you with this.</p> <p>There are women and girls walking around in leggings and yoga pants here where I live, too, but I don't like it. I think people should make the effort to wear regular clothes when out and about. I always feel dressier than most people, even though by online blog standards I dress rather casually. I have this feeling that you're going to feel this way, too. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/new-lifestyle-new-clothes#post-1595931 Wed, 23 Dec 2015 14:42:37 +0000 Angie 1595931@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Dressing comfortably is ace. Wearing <b>Sporty Luxe </b>is ace (or Athleisure as the look is also referred to) - and I have many posts of how to create that look. But unless you have pics to help me come round - wearing gear like leggings and yoga pants with fleece tops, exercise tops and running shoes&nbsp;<i>as every day casual wear,&nbsp;</i>is my poison eye. Perfect for working out but less than stylish on the run.&nbsp;</p> <p>I like these looks for ultra casual:&nbsp;</p>