https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/one-compliment-at-a-time Style Advice for Fashion Lovers en-US Fri, 24 Apr 2026 21:40:50 +0000 http://bbpress.org/?v=1.0.2 q https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/search.php https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/one-compliment-at-a-time/page/2#post-517483 Sun, 22 Jan 2012 05:50:57 +0000 goldenpig 517483@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>What a wonderful story and well-deserved compliment! I would love to see the pics of the stylish 4's outfits! Sounds like it was a fun outing! Thanks Marley for the reminder about giving compliments. I myself have been trying to do that more with strangers as it always makes my day and makes me smile when someone random compliments me! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/one-compliment-at-a-time/page/2#post-517352 Sun, 22 Jan 2012 01:18:21 +0000 Transcona Shannon 517352@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>What a wonderful story! I read an article one time that said people only verbalize 10-15% of compliments that they think in their heads - so you must have been one smashing looking group! I love your idea of passing on one compliment a day - given how wonderful it made you feel, it's nice to know you could make someone else feel that great! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/one-compliment-at-a-time/page/2#post-517339 Sun, 22 Jan 2012 01:04:58 +0000 rae 517339@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>What a lovely compliment - and soooooo deserved! </p> <p>I love that you and Vicki are hanging out - I can't wait to see you up in LA for Denise's get-together!! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/one-compliment-at-a-time#post-517311 Sun, 22 Jan 2012 00:13:22 +0000 Jonesy 517311@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Fabulousness!! I love this story. Thanks so much for sharing it, Marley. How could you two have looked anything less than totally gorgeous :)? </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/one-compliment-at-a-time#post-517244 Sat, 21 Jan 2012 23:31:19 +0000 Debbie 517244@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>This a wonderful reminder of how small acts of kindness can make someones day. I am so glad you Vicki have met and become friends. YLF has definitely had an impact on all of our lives. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/one-compliment-at-a-time#post-517231 Sat, 21 Jan 2012 23:25:01 +0000 Ornella 517231@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Beautiful story and even more beautiful call to spread the good vibrations. </p> <p>Like many of us here, I have learnt to appreciate the compliments even more since joining YLF because I've really become aware of how small comments can make my own or someone else's day. I have also stared giving more compliments and more specific ones (I like how you tied the scarf... that color maker your skin glowing... what a lovely touch with that belt... you must be crazy about the stars as a pattern... etc) through which people can see that I notice the effort put in. </p> <p>I promise to give one compliment every day from now on and I know it won't enforced as there is plenty of inspiration out there. Those will be my "Marley moments" of the day </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/one-compliment-at-a-time#post-517204 Sat, 21 Jan 2012 23:09:40 +0000 RandomThoughts (Andrea) 517204@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>What a wonderful post! Love it Marley, thank you!</p> <p>And you ARE fabulous, you know. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/one-compliment-at-a-time#post-517190 Sat, 21 Jan 2012 22:58:51 +0000 Vicki 517190@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Oh, Marley Girl, and I can call you that, because it is an affectionate term and I truly know we are wise women who enjoy life and I guess it showed that night! Yes, it was one of those beautiful moments when the universe gave us a kiss and we were in the zone of "just being."</p> <p>Thank you for this wonderful idea to be free with our compliments, because they can make a profound impact on someone. I like to give compliments and I will definitely begin to employ the power of a compliment and give one a day! That's a nice vitality vitamin, isn't it?</p> <p>You are so sweet to mention my outfit and we were so enthralled with our salads, we completely forgot to pull out our iPhones and smart phones, in the process. I particularly liked the way the young woman called us "women." I liked that! I do recall that we were all wearing scarves of one kind or another.</p> <p>Yes, if any of you live in the Los Angeles area, do try Lemonade. It's very casual and you place your order at a counter, however, the salads are some of the best and most creative ones I've eaten in a long time. I'm craving some of them now!</p> <p>If it weren't for YLF, I would have never met Marley and we've connected in so many ways. Now, with Denise coming to town, we'll have another adventure in L.A. and we get to share more experiences together.</p> <p>I was going to put this on Angie's cheeky question thread, and I'll post it here, too, but I recall a client and friend of my brother's who was 89 when I met him at a fundraiser and he impressed me with a comment about age. He lived in Beverly Hills and was a high-end antique dealer. I remember him being impeccably dressed with a wonderful blue shirt and navy sport coat and in a very dignified way he said that he may be 89 (he didn't look it!), but he felt like he was 32 on the inside. He carried himself in such a way that made no excuses and made me appreciate that age is only a number and none of us can judge another simply because of someone's age. He has since passed away, but he taught me something that evening that I continue to carry with me.</p> <p>I'll close by adding to the YLF members love-fest and say that I am so glad I met Marley, because she is one of the most beautiful, kind and compassionate women I have ever met. No wonder she nurtures little kittens and cats; they are in good, loving hands. Plus, she knows how to dress and I love her style and learn from it!!! Hey, Marley, maybe we could recreate our Lemonade/Film Screening outfits and post them next week?!</p> <p>I'm ready for more fun on the YLF horizon! ^_^ </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/one-compliment-at-a-time#post-517187 Sat, 21 Jan 2012 22:55:37 +0000 Inge 517187@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I am not surprised one bit! Both Vicki and you are stunning lasses, and every outfit I have seen of you have been amazing. There is always something eye-catching, elegant or playful about them that makes them stand out.</p> <p>And that you've now become irl friends too, that is brilliant!</p> <p>I'm smiling just reading your post (and you'll definitely be getting lots more smiles with your beautiful new compliments initiative). </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/one-compliment-at-a-time#post-517156 Sat, 21 Jan 2012 22:25:28 +0000 Lisa 517156@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>What a great compliment! This made me smile. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/one-compliment-at-a-time#post-517069 Sat, 21 Jan 2012 21:05:56 +0000 Travelgal Nicole 517069@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>What a great compliment. And think, if she actually said something directly to you imagine how many other people were thinking that. Cheers to looking fab. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/one-compliment-at-a-time#post-517061 Sat, 21 Jan 2012 21:01:42 +0000 Samar 517061@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I love this! Thanks for sharing. I am going to try to be more verbally complimentary too! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/one-compliment-at-a-time#post-516982 Sat, 21 Jan 2012 20:17:28 +0000 Kari 516982@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>What a great story! That would have left me smiling all day. In the past couple years I've actually tried to be less shy about vocailizing my compliments to strangers after realizing what a boost to the ego they are for me.<br /> I love that you and Vicki have become so close through YLF. That is fantastic! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/one-compliment-at-a-time#post-516970 Sat, 21 Jan 2012 20:10:31 +0000 catgirl 516970@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>YAY! I am not surprised, though - I have met you both and know how seriously fab you are. </p> <p>I've been less shy about giving compliments recently. The last person I complimented (at the commercial I filmed, a woman in her 60s with an impeccable short haircut and a perfect outfit) turned out to be a cosmetics rep at Nordstrom and now helps me with makeup. She is so stunningly gorgeous and stylish, and also shared some healthy eating book titles with me.</p> <p>You never know where a compliment can lead! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/one-compliment-at-a-time#post-516933 Sat, 21 Jan 2012 19:44:16 +0000 Marley 516933@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Hey Everyone - thanks for all of your enthusiasm for passing forward those compliments! Also, (since some of you have asked) Vicki and I have become friends through YLF. We did not even meet or know about each other until the So. CAL weekend get-together back in October. That was when we discovered that we didn't live all that far from each other - and ever since then - well, we have made a point to keep in touch and periodically get together She is a beautiful woman inside and out - and if not for YLF we would have never even known the other exist! So, thank you Angie and Greg for developing YLF and this wonderful forum! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/one-compliment-at-a-time#post-516829 Sat, 21 Jan 2012 17:25:22 +0000 Isabel 516829@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>How wonderful !! Your attitude is just so humbling to me. It takes such a observant and compassionate and kind person to realize that there is always something about someone that is admirable.</p> <p> You know Marley, we should compliment people more often including ourselves ! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/one-compliment-at-a-time#post-516817 Sat, 21 Jan 2012 17:20:37 +0000 Angie 516817@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>What a fab post! Bless that kind lady for verbally sharing what was in her head - after all, that is what is making you walk on clouds :)</p> <p>And a VERY deserving compliment I know - such stylish ladies both Vicki and Marley! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/one-compliment-at-a-time#post-516765 Sat, 21 Jan 2012 16:34:42 +0000 Isis 516765@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I love this post; thank you Marley! </p> <p>First I love the idea of you and Vicki and friends gabbing together in your totally fab outfits. I can picture the scene completely! I didn't know that you and Vicki knew each other, and I love that idea too!</p> <p>And second, I love love love your message of spreading positivity and replacing complaints with complements! It is a double-gift, both for the complement-giver and the receiver!</p> <p>This post made my day! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/one-compliment-at-a-time#post-516761 Sat, 21 Jan 2012 16:27:11 +0000 Kappy 516761@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>What a great post, Marley! Thank you for sharing. I'm sure you all looked (and *are*) fabulous. YLF in general (and Angie in particular) has really reminded me of the value of compliments and positive comments. It has reminded me to "say" those little comments to people instead of just thinking them. Those fleeting thoughts we all have (cool shoes, love that nail polish, gorgeous hair, that clerk was so patient with that older person) are so much more powerful when we say them. I have to admit to being the "crazy" person who rolls down her window to tell strangers I like their hair. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/one-compliment-at-a-time#post-516753 Sat, 21 Jan 2012 16:19:03 +0000 Heather 516753@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Marley, I ADORE this post. It has MADE MY DAY!!!!</p> <p>And you *are* super fabulous!!! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/one-compliment-at-a-time#post-516745 Sat, 21 Jan 2012 16:07:16 +0000 Suz 516745@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>What a fantastic story, Marley! I am certain that you and Vicki and your other two friends must have looked fabulous and I'm not at all surprised that somebody noticed. But I love what you are taking from this—that compliments really do make the world a better place, and we can each be part of making someone else's day terrific. </p> <p>Agree with Sara; it would be great to have a pic of the four of you! </p> <p>And the thing is, younger women are absolutely starved for images of attractive older women. The four of you gave a huge gift to the woman who complimented you, too! I'm sure that's what inspired her to speak to you. Look at the response to Angie's blog post about her client Karen. We are all longing to see women who look great at EVERY age so we can learn how to do it ourselves. You and Vicki and your girlfriends rock!! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/one-compliment-at-a-time#post-516740 Sat, 21 Jan 2012 16:02:16 +0000 taylor 516740@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Awwww, marley. I am not surprised!!! You are both gorgeous !! Enjoy the compliment.. You both deserve that and more!! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/one-compliment-at-a-time#post-516738 Sat, 21 Jan 2012 16:00:37 +0000 MNsara 516738@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>What a wonderful thing to have happen It only took her a moment to compliment you ladies, but it is having lasting results! And I agree what a great idea for me to try too@</p> <p>I do wish you had a picture of the four of you. . . but we know how fab you always look! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/one-compliment-at-a-time#post-516725 Sat, 21 Jan 2012 15:46:52 +0000 Parsley 516725@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Marley, that is a great story, and a great idea.<br /> We really shouldn't keep it to ourselves, when one nice comment has the power to brighten someone's day. </p> <p>And speaking for myself, I'd like to replace at least one gripe or complaint with something positive every day. Or preferably, replace EVERY gripe or complaint with something positive! That is SO hard to do, but a good idea.</p> <p>Thanks, Marley, for reminding all of us to spread joy today! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/one-compliment-at-a-time#post-516723 Sat, 21 Jan 2012 15:45:10 +0000 JennyAnne 516723@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>What a great story! I wish you'd snapped a photo of the 4 of you. I'm going to try to give more stranger compliments, too. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/one-compliment-at-a-time#post-516721 Sat, 21 Jan 2012 15:41:35 +0000 Mo 516721@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Agreed, a sincere compliment can change someone's day! I don't get out much so I can't get on the one a day plan (lol) but I did last compliment a young lady in a pumpkin blouson dress the weekend we were in Miami. She was young and cute, but the compliment makes all ages happier </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/one-compliment-at-a-time#post-516706 Sat, 21 Jan 2012 15:05:51 +0000 nancylee 516706@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>This is such a great story, Marley! I'm sure you all look absolutely fab. </p> <p>A couple of years ago I saw a woman 'of a certain age' in the grocery store who was looking very stylish and put-together. I told her how great she looked, and she just beamed.....she also seemed a little surprised to hear it. Clearly, she hadn't heard a compliment in a long, long time. We had a nice little conversation about "keeping up" with fashion as we get older, and she said she wasn't sure she was doing so well. I assured her that she was doing just great.</p> <p>Later, I spotted her from time to time as we were finishing our shopping. She was standing a little taller, and I could see a trace of a smile on her face. </p> <p>I learned that day that giving a compliment can make you feel just as good as receiving one! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/one-compliment-at-a-time#post-516689 Sat, 21 Jan 2012 14:37:50 +0000 Janet 516689@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>What a great story, and it really does feel nice to hear these things, doesn't it? I wish we could see a pic of all of you lovely ladies last night! </p> <p>I wore my black and white Doc Marten Saras yesterday, which are guaranteed to get at least one admiring comment a day! It's just a nice bonus, considering those shoes already make me smile whenever I look down and see them. </p> <p>Lately, my husband has been remarking every day on how nice I look. Even though it's "just" my husband, it is so nice to know someone notices the effort we put in. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/one-compliment-at-a-time#post-516618 Sat, 21 Jan 2012 06:27:43 +0000 Anonymous 516618@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Oh how wonderful Marley! I have a compliment for you right now: I was reading Angie's cheeky question post today and I could NOT believe your answer. I mean I was REALY floored. I have met you in person and spent time with you and you look and act like a much younger woman (and dress like one too, of course)! I know you and Vicki and your friends made for a stylish and fabulous foursome. I'll bet the younger woman was jealous of how much fun you were all having. </p> <p>I love your idea for passing on a compliment to someone each day. somehow I think it will be "more blessed to give than to receive", ie. you will be so energized in the giving process that you will get as much (or more) out of it as the recipient! </p> <p>Just today I was pulling out of my parking spot at the grocery store and a fabulous silver haired woman walked past in a stylish dark denim jacket. I *almost* rolled the window down to tell her how great she looked but then I was afraid she would think I was nuts. How I wish that I had said something. For years I rarely got out of the house when my kids were small and an occasional compliment from a stranger really made my day; I was starved for them. You never know what a good chain of events you might set in motion by your new resolution!</p> <p>Thank you so much for sharing this story with us. My heart is warmed by the thought of you guys getting together. I remember having the same glow after our meet-up. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/one-compliment-at-a-time#post-516616 Sat, 21 Jan 2012 06:12:14 +0000 Adelfa 516616@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Yes! I just wrote a post about a compliment I received today.</p> <p>Coincidentally I have been inspired this week to give lots of compliments. I can't be sure what effect I had on the people I complimented, but the effect on me was surprising--it made me feel so cheerful and positive to be taking the initiative to tell others what I was appreciating about them.</p> <p>I will join too! </p>