https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/quick-question-about-repeat-outfits Style Advice for Fashion Lovers en-US Thu, 23 Apr 2026 20:42:48 +0000 http://bbpress.org/?v=1.0.2 q https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/search.php https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/quick-question-about-repeat-outfits#post-554002 Thu, 01 Mar 2012 01:10:59 +0000 goldenpig 554002@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I agree with Rae, I like to post extensive keep or return threads with styled options, so a lot of times even the first time I post an outfit as a WIW is actually a repeat if you count the K/R. I don't mind repeats at all. I mean, posting the same exact outfit every week might get old, but if it's once a month or every couple months, I don't have any problem with it!</p> <p>Meridith, I can't believe how easy it is to do the blog--just a check box at the bottom of the post to add it to the blog. I had been wanting to create a blog for a while, but just never got over the inertia of trying to figure it out and I didn't want to add extra work for myself. Now it's so easy! I love it--thanks Greg! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/quick-question-about-repeat-outfits#post-553991 Thu, 01 Mar 2012 00:56:01 +0000 Jewell 553991@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I had been wondering about this for quite a while. So, thanks for asking this question! The responses were interesting and tremendously helpful. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/quick-question-about-repeat-outfits#post-553687 Wed, 29 Feb 2012 19:17:23 +0000 Transcona Shannon 553687@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I gotta say, I had no idea how interesting this discussion would be! I just hope I haven't offended anyone with anything I've said... </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/quick-question-about-repeat-outfits#post-553682 Wed, 29 Feb 2012 19:11:36 +0000 rae 553682@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Hm, I think I actually do post repeats. Especially since I like to style my new purchases before deciding to keep, you guys might be seeing more repeats than I realize. I hope no one feels I'm wasting their time by doing this! I just never thought about it. :0</p> <p>DonnaF makes a good point: if I were new, I wouldn't want people to hold back for fear of boring some people. </p> <p>The idea that the desire for newness may contribute to bloated wardrobes is also intriguing. Many of us *say* that we'd like to have very small, functional wardrobes and only post our favorites, but then we would miss out on participating if we only posted new things. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/quick-question-about-repeat-outfits#post-553670 Wed, 29 Feb 2012 19:03:13 +0000 Meredith1953 553670@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>GP,<br /> Thanks so much for the advice about the blog page! I started cutting and pasting into the Pinterest but it will probably go faster on our own site here. I know Greg is working on a way to "publish" our posts to a page automatically. Can't wait for that but it is in beta! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/quick-question-about-repeat-outfits#post-553667 Wed, 29 Feb 2012 19:01:48 +0000 Diana 553667@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I wear repeats all the time but I don't usually bother to photo/post them unless I changed something that made it better or something. This is mostly because I am LAZY. (Plus, a lot of repeats happen when I don't have much time to think about what I'm wearing in the morning - I almost never pre-plan outfits - so I don't have time for photos on those days anyway.) I certainly don't mind when other people post repeat outfits, and to be honest, I probably wouldn't notice that it was an exact repeat anyway. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/quick-question-about-repeat-outfits#post-553655 Wed, 29 Feb 2012 18:52:08 +0000 goldenpig 553655@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Meredith, you can have an outfit archive! Sign up for a blog page and put all your WIW's there! That's what I did. I have a link to my Pinterest page on there too. (I still wish we could have an outfit album for best of, though).</p> <p>Shannon, do you really notice that much if it's a repeat outfit? Like if I posted a repeat from a few months ago would you say "She's already worn that exact outfit"? I know some of my outfits are more memorable than others but I don't think I would have that ability to pinpoint exact outfits on others, rather than remembering specific statement pieces like your fish bow pumps. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/quick-question-about-repeat-outfits#post-553652 Wed, 29 Feb 2012 18:47:50 +0000 Meredith1953 553652@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Hmmm. I like to see other peoples outfits even if they have posted before (maybe I missed it the first go round). I think it would be nice if we could all create an area where we could post all the things we have loved (kind of like Angie's outfit archives).There is so much content here that it's hard to find certain outfits I want to see again. Some of us are on Polyvore and Pinterest so maybe a link to those places on our profile page or somewhere so we can look at each other's outfits repeatedly. Oh, and I try not to repeat exactly but I might forget and do it (not on purpose)!!! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/quick-question-about-repeat-outfits#post-553649 Wed, 29 Feb 2012 18:47:08 +0000 Transcona Shannon 553649@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Interesting replies - definitely a mixed bag! I have no issues with repeating outfits but I'm merely referring to posting the pics of a repeated outfit.</p> <p>I certainly repeat many individual items (e.g. my black ponte knit sheath dress, my black pencil midi skirt) and post those pics because the outfit is different overall because there is a new element mixed in but I think (for me) I've decided NOT to post an outfit if it's being repeated in exactly the same way/in its entirety (clothing, shoes, handbag). </p> <p>I understand that not everyone sees every outfit post and there will always be someone new who is seeing your outfit for the first time but there are also many members who have already seen that outfit. It doesn't mean I don't feel fab in that outfit and in fact, it may be one of my favourites, but I've already shown it.</p> <p>Natalie - you make an interesting point about wondering if wanting to post new means you may be purchasing more. I guess that's something each person would need to resolve on their own. </p> <p>And I gues the time between the outfits (as per Teri's point) makes a difference. If it's been quite a while since you wore it, that's one thing, but I wouldn't want to bore anyone with an exact duplicate of an outfit that I wore 2-3 weeks ago. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/quick-question-about-repeat-outfits#post-553638 Wed, 29 Feb 2012 18:34:54 +0000 DragonflyJane 553638@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>My wardrobe is really small &amp; samey at the moment so I tend to think I'd be boring you with all my repeats if I posted them! </p> <p>I certainly don't mind it when others do it though as I don't always see the first posting &amp; I love looking at other peoples styles. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/quick-question-about-repeat-outfits#post-553605 Wed, 29 Feb 2012 17:38:51 +0000 Ana 553605@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I wear repeat outfits all the time, but I only post new outfits. What I like to do is point to past posts where I've worn one or two items from the current outfit, so people can see how many different ways it can be worn. I enjoy seeing bloggers or members do this. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/quick-question-about-repeat-outfits#post-553599 Wed, 29 Feb 2012 17:26:45 +0000 rute 553599@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I don't post duplicates, but I wear them a lot! If I love an outfit I repeat a lot! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/quick-question-about-repeat-outfits#post-553596 Wed, 29 Feb 2012 17:24:05 +0000 DonnaF 553596@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Vets, please keep in mind that some of may not have been around when you first posted, so your outfit will be *new* to us! Also, if I saw it previously, I may not have appreciated it and been able to analyze and integrate its various components or may have been in a hurry so it didn't really register. I suppose if it is a something that shows up every week or two, you do not necessarily need to post its origin unless asked. JMHO. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/quick-question-about-repeat-outfits#post-553587 Wed, 29 Feb 2012 17:11:46 +0000 Sveta 553587@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Shannon, I struggle with the same thing! I am trying to post weekly outfits just to get motivated to look fab However as much as I enjoy creating new variations of outfits my wardrobe has its limits. I feel that posting exactly the same outfit again will be boring to look at so I take a break and wear all repeats for a week without posting them (last week was the one).<br /> On the other hand I don't mind when others do this: I don't get to see every single WIW thread and re-post can be a chance to see the outfit. So for my money post away again and don't worry! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/quick-question-about-repeat-outfits#post-553579 Wed, 29 Feb 2012 17:04:24 +0000 teri 553579@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I just did it today, but it was 1.5 years difference.... lol (daytime sparkle) </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/quick-question-about-repeat-outfits#post-553575 Wed, 29 Feb 2012 16:58:46 +0000 goldenpig 553575@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Another thought I had about not wanting to repeat outfits. Perhaps the pressure to always post something new is contributing to wanting to buy more and more? Maybe if we were content to post repeat outfits it would be easier for us to SYC and be happy with what we've got. I love wardrobe remixing, but at a certain point there's only so many ways to wear an outfit and sometimes you just want to go with what works the best. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/quick-question-about-repeat-outfits#post-553524 Wed, 29 Feb 2012 16:24:47 +0000 Heather 553524@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I think I would only repost an outfit if I had a particular query or was showing an example of a certain something (ie fit, trend, color-mixing, etc). That said, I think it is a personal choice. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/quick-question-about-repeat-outfits#post-553513 Wed, 29 Feb 2012 16:18:10 +0000 annagybe 553513@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I did it once, but it had been about a year since the original post. Also my original photo was pre-tripod so it wasn't the best. I wore my pastel outfit to pub crawl recently and did not post about it again. Unless something is tweaked I would not repeat a post. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/quick-question-about-repeat-outfits#post-553510 Wed, 29 Feb 2012 16:16:42 +0000 ManidipaM 553510@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>You remember I said on my 'repeating statement pieces' thread that I wondered if people never wore the same thing twice, the exact same way. Well, it's just a thought --- why not point people to your old thread and say, 'I felt so fab last time, I wore this again today!' </p> <p>(Or you can keep your secret and continue to awe us with your unrelenting ingenuity! :-D) </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/quick-question-about-repeat-outfits#post-553509 Wed, 29 Feb 2012 16:16:08 +0000 modgrl 553509@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I love to repeat a successful formula but I usually only post when there's something new about it. Sometimes I'll post a before and after as I tweak little things. This week is going to be mostly repeats, but remixed a bit here and there with some new styling and accessories. I'm planning to compile the pictures into one WIW post at the end of the week - unless inspiration really strikes me over the next few days </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/quick-question-about-repeat-outfits#post-553507 Wed, 29 Feb 2012 16:14:32 +0000 goldenpig 553507@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I'm wondering the same thing! Personally, I'm in favor of it because 1) we get to see your fabulous outfits again 2) it shows which pieces/outfits are working hard in your wardrobe and 3) it takes the pressure off of having to change your outfit every time just to be different. </p> <p>I've posted slightly different versions of outfits before. But if it's a favorite outfit and it's perfect without needing any more tweaking, why not wear it exactly as is! I know I've worn my "signature outfit" several times exactly the same way. So post your repeats and I'll do the same! Plus I don't think I am keeping that close track of everyone's outfits so I don't think if I saw a repeat of yours I would think "Oh, she already wore that". I would just enjoy it! Also, I know new people are joining all the time so if you wore it several months ago it will always be new to someone. </p> <p>Maybe a compromise would be to post it along with another new outfit? </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/quick-question-about-repeat-outfits#post-553506 Wed, 29 Feb 2012 16:12:33 +0000 Louise 553506@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I personally wouldn't post a repeat unless there is some significant change in accessories say belt or scarf or if I forget I've already posted x </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/quick-question-about-repeat-outfits#post-553501 Wed, 29 Feb 2012 16:06:28 +0000 Transcona Shannon 553501@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I assume there is no need/want for someone to post an outfit if it's an exact version of one they have worn and posted previously? </p>