https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/re-introductionand-re-invention Style Advice for Fashion Lovers en-US Sun, 05 Apr 2026 09:25:19 +0000 http://bbpress.org/?v=1.0.2 q https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/search.php https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/re-introductionand-re-invention#post-1150719 Mon, 27 Jan 2014 22:06:26 +0000 Liz 1150719@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Another newbie here, Melaine. Hello. I'm so happy for you. As I read your words about waking up and returning to what you enjoy, my heart lifted... remembering moments in my life (after births and other upheavals) where I felt like I was showing up again in my own life. You look lovely and comfortable inside yourself. And it sounds like you've got serious traction as you make shifts in your world. Your first photo is not showing up for me, but my favorite look is #2. Keep taking care of you -- so inspirational.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/re-introductionand-re-invention#post-1150647 Mon, 27 Jan 2014 20:47:28 +0000 Beth Ann 1150647@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>So good to see you, Melaine!&nbsp; Love your wavy, dark hair and you colorful, but harmonious style!</p> <p>I'm particular fond of the citron pants with the blue top --- I think the pants would do well with the denim jacket you're wearing in Pic 1, too!</p> <p>This is a great time of year to SYC.&nbsp; Time for me to do some wardrobe remixing as well.</p> <p>As for acronyms:&nbsp; I you go to the search function at the top right of the home page and type in "acronyms," it takes you to several recent threads! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/re-introductionand-re-invention#post-1150569 Mon, 27 Jan 2014 19:34:18 +0000 Alassë 1150569@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Your face and hair are really pretty! Congratulations on your shopping freezes and new-to-you wardrobe! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/re-introductionand-re-invention#post-1150404 Mon, 27 Jan 2014 15:24:58 +0000 Missey 1150404@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I love your bright color combinations and how you have combined different styles in you pieces:&nbsp; flowy+form fitting, feminine+tough, long+short.&nbsp; Great juxtpositions!&nbsp; Every outfit is a inner on you!&nbsp; Great work reorganizing and refining&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/re-introductionand-re-invention#post-1150302 Mon, 27 Jan 2014 12:24:03 +0000 rachylou 1150302@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Welcome back!</p> <p>I really like #5, the pattern grounded by a solid - but the solid is quite an interesting colour. I also like the top to be on the long side these days, and that fits in with *my* likes nicely...</p> <p>*It's all about me*&nbsp; I'm in the middle of another round of clean-up myself. Absorbing, all consuming task, isn't it?</p> <p> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/re-introductionand-re-invention#post-1150296 Mon, 27 Jan 2014 11:56:21 +0000 Melaine 1150296@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Oh everyone is so kind here, I really appreciate it! I have been reading through and finding this forum so positive and encouraging, even to a total novice like me. Question: is there a place I can find the acronyms that you guys frequently use and what they mean?</p> <p>Goldenpig, I was wanting to look back on your blog so I'm glad you replied. I forgot you guys had MSPI issues too UGH. DS is definitely better than he was but he is still dairy free and to be honest I think he still has tummy issues. But he is sleeping better and obviously feeling better so I am super thankful there.</p> <p>I really recommend the shopping break, it was very good for us in many ways. Like a true addict, just putting the temptation off the table was enough to help me refocus a lot. I enjoy not having the compulsion! My biggest problem is that Goodwill is right around the corner from me and I have found so many great things there that I have trouble resisting. Saying I won't go at all really helps! Just like when I quit soda, I have to go cold turkey once in awhile to get the monkey off my back! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/re-introductionand-re-invention#post-1150257 Mon, 27 Jan 2014 07:07:40 +0000 goldenpig 1150257@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Welcome back to YLF, Melaine! Congrats on the weight loss and I'm glad your anxiety is getting better with treatment! </p> <p>I didn't realize that we have a lot in common--both with three kids and a baby with MSPI (it's difficult to avoid dairy soy and eggs, and I think he might be allergic to shellfish too...he just had a bad flare after eating shrimp). I'm also working on purging/organizing at home and I think I really should quit shopping for a while and hug my closet too. Love your outfits, 1 &amp; 7 are my favorites. I like the bright cheery color combinations. And your hair is looking very pretty too. It's great to see you, hope you post more outfits! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/re-introductionand-re-invention#post-1150209 Mon, 27 Jan 2014 03:55:38 +0000 Anonymous 1150209@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>You have created great outfits that look beautiful on you. Please post more.<br /> I know from experience that it can be hard to pull back from the shopping habit after working to replace a wardrobe. You ate wise to take a break and get to know what you have.<br /> Angie's posts often have ideas that send me to shop my closet...color schemes, a new way to wear an old piece like semi-tucking tops to create a high-low silhouette, and tips on wearing accessories such as her Angie knot for scarves. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/re-introductionand-re-invention#post-1150152 Mon, 27 Jan 2014 02:49:31 +0000 LACeleste 1150152@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Welcome back! &nbsp;Your style is great and your coloring and smile are so pretty! &nbsp;I am so happy that you are feeling better. &nbsp;Anxiety is so challenging and can be so sneaky. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/re-introductionand-re-invention#post-1150145 Mon, 27 Jan 2014 02:41:33 +0000 shedev 1150145@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Wow, you've been busy. I have some great picks there. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/re-introductionand-re-invention#post-1149925 Sun, 26 Jan 2014 20:54:06 +0000 Kiwibird 1149925@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Welcome back.&nbsp;Every outfit is a winner!! &nbsp;You look great in all of them&nbsp;and I especially love those citron pants and the way you've styled them.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/re-introductionand-re-invention#post-1149851 Sun, 26 Jan 2014 19:01:22 +0000 Anonymous 1149851@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Welcome back! I look forward to getting to know your style, and congratulations on the closet sort! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/re-introductionand-re-invention#post-1149847 Sun, 26 Jan 2014 18:54:55 +0000 kkards 1149847@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Well you have done quite a bit in a small amount of time,congratulations. Like peri, I'm impressed that you have managed to but together a wardrobe on thrift store finds. Looking forward to seeing the next steps of your journey. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/re-introductionand-re-invention#post-1149845 Sun, 26 Jan 2014 18:43:01 +0000 Peri 1149845@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I'm in awe that you can do so much good at thrift shopping. I've been in a few but never bought...just don't have the confidence or eye. </p> <p>I like 1 and 7 the best. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/re-introductionand-re-invention#post-1149814 Sun, 26 Jan 2014 17:49:06 +0000 Laura (rhubarbgirl) 1149814@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Welcome again! From your pics I think you've got a nice, slightly boho practical cheery mom on the go vibe going. Very nice.</p> <p>I too have dealt with chronic anxiety and it can really turn you into a different person. Glad you are feeling better. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/re-introductionand-re-invention#post-1149770 Sun, 26 Jan 2014 16:05:18 +0000 Adelfa 1149770@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>So glad you're feeling better! I love how you use color. Purging comes in waves, doesn't it? That's true for me too. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/re-introductionand-re-invention#post-1149734 Sun, 26 Jan 2014 14:41:54 +0000 doubleh 1149734@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>You look terrific! &nbsp;I had a very similar experience to yours during the past few months. &nbsp;Except I haven't been able to go cold-turkey with shopping. &nbsp;*trying...* and definitely cutting back. &nbsp;It is a great feeling though, isn't it, to purge and SYC? &nbsp;And it makes future purchases that more gratifying! &nbsp;</p> <p>I am going to do a shopping freeze in February. &nbsp;I figure the shortest month of the year is the best time to try something new, right? &nbsp;Anyway, good luck and we can commiserate if need be! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/re-introductionand-re-invention#post-1149726 Sun, 26 Jan 2014 14:16:23 +0000 Suz 1149726@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Welcome back! And congratulations on taking control of your closet. It feels so good to get rid of stuff that doesn't work any more.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/re-introductionand-re-invention#post-1149718 Sun, 26 Jan 2014 13:58:22 +0000 Susie 1149718@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Welcome! It sounds like you have done a ton of work and are now at a good place. You look great in all of these outfits but I especially like #1 and your bright jeans. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/re-introductionand-re-invention#post-1149716 Sun, 26 Jan 2014 13:46:10 +0000 Meli 1149716@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Beautiful woman! Love your bright colored, fun style. Congrads on getting back out there and feeling better!!! I've also done a ton of purging and am also on a shopping pause until March 2nd. I'm using Jill Chivers 30-day shop your closet challenge starting Jan 31- each day has an outfit idea </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/re-introductionand-re-invention#post-1149711 Sun, 26 Jan 2014 13:28:45 +0000 Momo 1149711@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>You are beautiful! Love the dress in number 1. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/re-introductionand-re-invention#post-1149708 Sun, 26 Jan 2014 13:14:19 +0000 EveningMood 1149708@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I am a lowly newbie so I can't see your pictures yet, but by yor level of satisfaction I can tell you look fab, and I want to say great job! I am not much of a shopper, but I have a massive wardrobe and I wish I had the time and energy to do exactly what you did, my closet and my home and my mental state need it. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/re-introductionand-re-invention#post-1149698 Sun, 26 Jan 2014 12:35:09 +0000 missvee 1149698@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Congratulations on taking control of your wardrobe. These are all good outfits for a busy lifestyle. I love the citron coloured jeans, and the black and white dress is great on you too. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/re-introductionand-re-invention#post-1149697 Sun, 26 Jan 2014 12:09:03 +0000 dlb1960 1149697@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>You look lovely in every single outfit but my favorite is #1. You look so pretty! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/re-introductionand-re-invention#post-1149694 Sun, 26 Jan 2014 11:46:54 +0000 Melaine 1149694@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Hi ladies! Mostly lurker here, but I did come around about 18 months ago for help on my body type right after my third child was born. I don't want to ramble, but basically I have recently started treating my anxiety and as a result I feel like I have sort of woken up and am returning to some of the things I enjoy, like putting effort into my appearance. I am a bit of a shopaholic, but decided to go on a shopping "fast" over the holidays. No shopping from Thanksgiving to New Year's. I even took it a step farther and DH got on board by doing 99% of the grocery shopping for me. It really helped me focus on the important things and freed up tons of time and money. I went on a purging spree and reorganized almost every nook and cranny of our fairly cluttered home. I went through nearly every item in my wardrobe, down to the jewelry and socks, and donated, trashed or gave to friends a huge amount of stuff. And then I went back and did it AGAIN, catching more items. It was such a great feeling to return to some harmony and to get rid of what was ill-fitting or worn. Over the last few weeks I have been shopping much kore deliberately, with actual goals in mind and have nearly replaced my entire wardrobe ( I have lost weight so most was too big) almost exclusively from a couple of my favorite thrift stores. It has been years since I was excited to get dressed, and that is where I am at. But DH and I decided it was a good idea to do another shopping freeze, this time for two months. I'm looking forward to it actually. I am posting a few pics of my new outfits, and hoping to spend more time learning from you guys about how to "shop my closet". </p>