https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/out-of-control-anyone-feeling-the-same Style Advice for Fashion Lovers en-US Mon, 11 May 2026 20:12:57 +0000 http://bbpress.org/?v=1.0.2 q https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/search.php https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/out-of-control-anyone-feeling-the-same/page/2#post-567137 Wed, 14 Mar 2012 14:58:37 +0000 anne 567137@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Laura I thought the New Look was more in contrast to wartime austerity measures, which restricted by law the amount of clothes you could buy and how much fabric could be used. - his full long skirts were a conscious rebellion against this. Also wartime fashion had a sort of military emphasis on the shoulder while dior went for a soft shoulder line. Not sure about the colour side of things. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/out-of-control-anyone-feeling-the-same/page/2#post-567109 Wed, 14 Mar 2012 14:39:45 +0000 celia 567109@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Una, in 5 words, no, you are not alone.<br /> I'm trying to make myself feel bad about it but still haven't got there.<br /> I guess as everyone been saying, we were in need of color and more playful silhouettes. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/out-of-control-anyone-feeling-the-same/page/2#post-567103 Wed, 14 Mar 2012 14:36:09 +0000 Laura 567103@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>This spring has the happiest, most optimistic colors and prints I've seen and I do not blame anyone for going a bit overboard. Plus, I congratulate the fashion industry on getting it right this season! For once, fashion is completely lifting my mood. Heaven knows with all the economic gloom of the past few years, we could use a dose of color and happy patterns.</p> <p>In fact, I've been wondering if this trend is something that also happened after the Great Depression of the 1930s. Clearly I have too much time on my hands if I am pondering something like that. But I wonder if someone here knows? Was Christian Dior's New Look in response to the Depression? </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/out-of-control-anyone-feeling-the-same/page/2#post-566994 Wed, 14 Mar 2012 11:32:38 +0000 JennyAnne 566994@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I'm feeling a bit overwhelmed with everything I WANT, and I hate feeling that way. I'm forcing myself to take a little shopping break after buying 2 pairs shorts, one short sleeved sweater, a dress, a maxi, and some accessories last week. I really do enjoy shopping and can easily go overboard when I like the styles.I've been well under control since joining YLF but there's just so much eye candy out now. I would love to get some red-orange crops but am holding back for a couple of weeks at least. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/out-of-control-anyone-feeling-the-same/page/2#post-566957 Wed, 14 Mar 2012 08:13:10 +0000 jenanded 566957@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Una, with you... Almost feel like wilting at the thought of another all black and grey outfit... Oh for the days when I wore and loved emerald, cobalt and red suits ALWAYS and mixed up with wild patterns. This season is too lovely! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/out-of-control-anyone-feeling-the-same/page/2#post-566943 Wed, 14 Mar 2012 07:00:46 +0000 Mo 566943@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Ah, that explains it - every last thing that Angie has said ruled the roost for many seasons are my fave colors on me. No wonder I'm happily under control and not shopping the spring colored, pattern mixing trends </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/out-of-control-anyone-feeling-the-same/page/2#post-566938 Wed, 14 Mar 2012 06:44:43 +0000 anne 566938@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I do love colbalt and hot pink. I have bought 2 cobalt things and 1 hot pink ( though the latter was a mistake for other reasons). I don't really think I am overspending.</p> <p>I do however, feel a bit out of control because I have decided that my pretty low clothing budget for the year was not realistic and needs to be higher - but I haven't yet decided how high! So I am limbo! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/out-of-control-anyone-feeling-the-same/page/2#post-566601 Tue, 13 Mar 2012 23:42:13 +0000 Mellllls 566601@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>as long as you're in budget, know yourself out! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/out-of-control-anyone-feeling-the-same/page/2#post-566593 Tue, 13 Mar 2012 23:36:29 +0000 Janet 566593@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Uh, you should see the product of the afternoon I just spent. In the trunk of my car right now, as I sit in a restaurant eating dinner. </p> <p>I will probably return a couple of items at least, but I definitely bought some new-to-me styles. I'll post some for review later.</p> <p>And then there is the Emerald. Green. Leather. Jacket. That is coming home with me and getting worn ASAP. </p> <p>Nooooo, I'm perfectly under control! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/out-of-control-anyone-feeling-the-same/page/2#post-566587 Tue, 13 Mar 2012 23:34:57 +0000 Angie 566587@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Yes! We have gone to colour and pattern heaven, Una! They have not been on trend for a while. FINALLY :)</p> <p>Jewel tones, which I don't wear, have ruled the roost, along with beige, blush, black and grey. It's our turn to buy up tomato red, citron, orange and emerald. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/out-of-control-anyone-feeling-the-same/page/2#post-566576 Tue, 13 Mar 2012 23:26:13 +0000 catgirl 566576@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Angie, so am I right in my feeling that these have not been around for a while? I'm wondering if I've just missed them because of where I live. I feel like I've gone to pattern and color heaven! How could there be no color in clothing? I hope it sticks around forever now... like skinnies and oxfords. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/out-of-control-anyone-feeling-the-same/page/2#post-566572 Tue, 13 Mar 2012 23:23:48 +0000 Angie 566572@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Una, like you I am GIDDY for the brights and patterns that I have felt starved of for many seasons. I have to really watch that I don't buy it all this Spring - especially because our warm weather season is so short lived. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/out-of-control-anyone-feeling-the-same/page/2#post-566479 Tue, 13 Mar 2012 21:37:26 +0000 Anonymous 566479@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Alaskagirl - these are only personal preferences so they won't be much help...but here's my analysis I do reserve the right to change my mind later in the season!</p> <p>I like stripes/checks, but am not excited about other patterns. They feel too busy on me. So I'm sitting out the floral, polkadot, and pattern mixing trends. </p> <p>My urban/preppy style feels more urban and less preppy when I keep it mostly neutral, tonal, and low contrast. Because of this I am staying away from most of spring's brights and color blocking.</p> <p>My petite height makes the midi trend a challenge!</p> <p>I have and always will prefer chunky and heeled footwear over refined heels or flats, including oxfords and loafers.</p> <p>I prefer structured clothing, so I'm not excited about soft blouses and pants.</p> <p>I can't wait for structured clothing, textured solid fabrics, creative layers, and fall styles to return! I will be stocking up when they do. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/out-of-control-anyone-feeling-the-same/page/2#post-566460 Tue, 13 Mar 2012 21:23:41 +0000 CocoLion 566460@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I am always a little out of control. I always buy too many clothes. But I have no debt, so I justify it that way (pay cash/debit for everything). I like being on top of trends, so I almost always find things I love. </p> <p>Trends I am obsessed with right now:<br /> tuxedo stripes (micro trend)<br /> scuba dressing (micro trend)<br /> bright pants and jeans (macro)<br /> pattern mixing (going macro)</p> <p>I find it is difficult to find neutrals to go with all of this bright stuff right now. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/out-of-control-anyone-feeling-the-same/page/2#post-566454 Tue, 13 Mar 2012 21:19:41 +0000 biscuitsmom 566454@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I feel that way, cuz of all the 'trying' I do, but am hardly ever really happy with anything, even a week later...sigh My DH is definitely NOT happy..."but, honey, it's mostly being returned" I'd have to say Im truly happy with maybe 20% of what I have, which is really sad </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/out-of-control-anyone-feeling-the-same/page/2#post-566445 Tue, 13 Mar 2012 21:14:45 +0000 Meredith1953 566445@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I am being pretty good about doing a lot of "planning" and pinning on Pinterest. The pinning is so much fun that it is helping to keep spending under control and of course I AM doing the SYC and only trying to fill in holes or make some orphans integrate better. I always am refusing to shop without a list now. I do love orange and yellow....I'm so glad they are popular again. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/out-of-control-anyone-feeling-the-same/page/2#post-566436 Tue, 13 Mar 2012 21:10:28 +0000 RoseandJoan 566436@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Since Christmas I have bought:<br /> 1 woven tank £9.99 (sale) for a wedding reception<br /> 1 maxi skirt £24.99 (sale) for the same wedding reception<br /> 1 Pair of shoes (in the post) for you know what.<br /> 1 tie form eBay (for a treat)</p> <p>I think I am almost anally in control of the spending!</p> <p>ETA Is anally a you look fab approved word! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/out-of-control-anyone-feeling-the-same/page/2#post-566424 Tue, 13 Mar 2012 21:05:59 +0000 annagybe 566424@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Although my recent splurge pales in comparison to this</p> <p><a href="http://gawker.com/5892478/marie-claires-accessories-director-spends-more-than-you-make-each-weekend" rel="nofollow">http://gawker.com/5892478/mari.....ch-weekend</a> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/out-of-control-anyone-feeling-the-same#post-566422 Tue, 13 Mar 2012 21:05:44 +0000 catgirl 566422@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Oooh, Sammi, I'd love to hear more about what's not appealing to you and what you look forward to seeing. I need a reality check! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/out-of-control-anyone-feeling-the-same#post-566419 Tue, 13 Mar 2012 21:02:34 +0000 Anonymous 566419@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Maybe I'm the only one, but I'm actually a little bored by fashion right now. This time of year I want to wear spring clothes, but the weather won't be warmer for ages. I'm also not really loving the styles and colors out there right now since they don't seem to work well with my style.</p> <p>I'll be saving my money for the NAS...hope things turn around for me by then </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/out-of-control-anyone-feeling-the-same#post-566375 Tue, 13 Mar 2012 20:35:38 +0000 annagybe 566375@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Um yes, well I just ordered two more mint items, a sweater and a pair of shorts. The shorts I probably won't be able to wear till June. Oh yes and they're by Acne. I never bought so much in one season by one particular designer. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/out-of-control-anyone-feeling-the-same#post-566221 Tue, 13 Mar 2012 18:02:31 +0000 ironkurtin 566221@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I always feel a little bit out of control due to residual guilt on spending $ on money with a spouse who doesn't see the point. But I love my closet! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/out-of-control-anyone-feeling-the-same#post-566166 Tue, 13 Mar 2012 16:52:17 +0000 Sunita 566166@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>OMG...yes, I am a bit out of control. The combination of losing a few pounds and discovering this forum has put me over the top. My closet is stacked with things I've bought and need to return.</p> <p>I'm trying not to get swept up in trends...my style tends to the classis anyway. If I do indulge, it's at a low price point until I'm comfortable enough with the look (and will wear it a while) or feel it has enough staying power that it deserves an upgrade! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/out-of-control-anyone-feeling-the-same#post-566155 Tue, 13 Mar 2012 16:45:42 +0000 jayne 566155@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I feel I have always been out of control and this is the first year I feel control! And I love the orange so I bought like 4 orange things now, and am refusing to even look anymore. Because I don't need 20 orange things, no matter ho w many year it might be out! </p> <p>But when it comes to all the other colors I feel the same as you, I love color so I am buying a bit of the ones that suit and looking in hope to find a replacement for a few oldies, but not out of control. it is easier to me, a thigh heavy hourglass I think, because for every 20 things I try, only 1 will look well enough to consider buying so 'just say no' is a breeze </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/out-of-control-anyone-feeling-the-same#post-565898 Tue, 13 Mar 2012 13:35:34 +0000 Suz 565898@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I am planning on GOING out of control the minute I step foot in Manhattan. </p> <p>Actually, a bit before that. Have some orders to make! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/out-of-control-anyone-feeling-the-same#post-565891 Tue, 13 Mar 2012 13:28:54 +0000 Transcona Shannon 565891@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Michelle - you are making me laugh! But you know what? Good for you on two sizes down - you deserve to be a little out of control!</p> <p>And I'm thinking along the lines of Nicole - I can't do SYC. Tried twice and failed miserably twice. It seems as soon as I say the words, something perfect rolls around. So not even gonna try anymore but will instead adopt a SYB motto. Let's hope I have better luck with that! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/out-of-control-anyone-feeling-the-same#post-565679 Tue, 13 Mar 2012 04:52:43 +0000 Michelle 565679@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>OH my god yes!! I'm now two sizes smaller than I have been in ages, and so I have the double driver of actually needing to refurbish my wardrobe and getting too excited about things I find in the process. Serendipitous timing has exposed me to the world of woven blouses at a time when I'm turning into a size that can wear them. Since I' a woven convert now, I grab grab grab. Bright colours? Oh hell yes! Happy dresses and skirts? Don't mind if I do. Need new shoes/bathing suits/bras/formalwear/jeans/everything? Why not! Oh yeah, and don't forget to alter those items you were wearing two sizes ago but still can't bear to part with.<br /> So, uh, yes, feeling way out of control right now. Thanks for the comiseration! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/out-of-control-anyone-feeling-the-same#post-565677 Tue, 13 Mar 2012 04:43:05 +0000 rae 565677@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I also *feel* a little out of control, even though I'm financially a-ok and am in the midst of an overhaul. I think the cycle of returns takes a toll -- and yes, the fact that there are awesome colors and styles out now (citron trench! orange stripe tuxedo skinnies! spat boots!) there are just more things to try even if they do get returned. </p> <p>I KNOW I've gone years without seeing combat boots anywhere. And I'm sure orange will go away. I guess maybe we still have to work to stock up on *perfect* items and not just hoard random orphans out of feelings of scarcity? </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/out-of-control-anyone-feeling-the-same#post-565638 Tue, 13 Mar 2012 03:45:47 +0000 Parsley 565638@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Oooh, that Joie top is gorgeous! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/out-of-control-anyone-feeling-the-same#post-565624 Tue, 13 Mar 2012 03:40:45 +0000 Jem 565624@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I am also loving the styles right now and the colors! It seems like it's been so long since there has been any color in the stores, it feel a bit refreshing (and i feel like buying everything in sight...) </p>