https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/reflecting-back-2021 Style Advice for Fashion Lovers en-US Thu, 16 Apr 2026 05:52:26 +0000 http://bbpress.org/?v=1.0.2 q https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/search.php https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/reflecting-back-2021#post-2246557 Tue, 04 Jan 2022 14:59:46 +0000 chewyspaghetti 2246557@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Thanks Angie!<br /> Bijou- approachable is a very necessary part of my look for work, so that's nice to hear. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/reflecting-back-2021#post-2246259 Sun, 02 Jan 2022 02:34:06 +0000 Bijou 2246259@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>CS, when I see your WIWs I always admire how you look attractive, professional and approachable. I like how you have a bit of boho in your style it is authentic to you and replacing that with more conservative pieces would take the personality out of your style. I have always liked Rachel Zoe’s comment that “style is a way to say who you are without having to speak.” </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/reflecting-back-2021#post-2246254 Sun, 02 Jan 2022 01:22:04 +0000 Angie 2246254@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Great thoughts and good analysis,<b> Khris!</b> You are another who effectively feels their way through their style - a more intuitive approach - and reap the reward. :)</p> <p>I love the sound of signature huaraches and sandal booties, along with creative layering and more skirts and dresses! Your palettes have stayed consistent throughout the many years you've been a Fabber, which is a fun thing too.&nbsp;</p> <p>Good job adapting to the changing nature of work and life!</p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/reflecting-back-2021#post-2245254 Fri, 24 Dec 2021 15:51:55 +0000 chewyspaghetti 2245254@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Thank you Sal and Rachylou</p> <p>kkards- yes, that is an unfortunate part of the process.</p> <p>Irina- I need to learn to make better use of provided measurements</p> <p>Shevia and runcarla- the difference between white and cream seems small, but it can make a big difference </p> <p>Ms.Maven- yes, something with a little difference in the details</p> <p>Suz- sometimes I need that reminder, so thank you. I keep pushing forward but it's also necessary to stop and look back at where I was just a short time ago.</p> <p>suntiger- Jenn's recent post made me look at Peruvian Collection. I did see things I liked, but much is too warm for my climate. It's definitely a place I will continue looking at. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/reflecting-back-2021#post-2245251 Fri, 24 Dec 2021 15:40:14 +0000 nemosmom 2245251@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>It sounds like you've adapted well to an ever-changing life plan, and honed in on what really speaks to you in the process - all great accomplishments!&nbsp; I am excited to see the funky additions and hope you'll keep us posted! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/reflecting-back-2021#post-2245244 Fri, 24 Dec 2021 14:42:53 +0000 Anonymous 2245244@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Sounds like a great plan! I think for your special pieces you may like Peruvian Connection too. They have lots of our colors </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/reflecting-back-2021#post-2245220 Fri, 24 Dec 2021 06:06:34 +0000 Suz 2245220@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Sounds like you've done really well! Hitting on a footwear type that works well for you is foundational, because footwear influences the rest of the outfit so much.&nbsp;</p> <p>You've gone through enormous changes in the past few years and have dealt with huge emotional shifts, losses, and happy changes. It's a roller coaster! But it sounds as if you've managed to dress for it all. Brava!&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/reflecting-back-2021#post-2245215 Fri, 24 Dec 2021 04:33:00 +0000 MsMaven 2245215@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I get you with being bored with the same tops. So much has changed in the last couple of years and basic tees and sweaters no longer appeal to me.&nbsp;</p> <p>Definitely a time for experimenting. I enjoyed your analysis. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/reflecting-back-2021#post-2245210 Fri, 24 Dec 2021 03:30:48 +0000 Carla 2245210@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Like shevia, I picked up on your comment about white vs cream. &nbsp;I wear both, but I’m wondering if cream might be just a little bit more flattering? &nbsp;<div><br /></div><div>You have been through&nbsp;<i>so much&nbsp;</i>it the past 24-18 months. &nbsp;Most of it good, but still a lot of <i>change. &nbsp;</i>Must feel like a roller coaster! &nbsp;However, it seems your collection of clothes have been reasonably flexible to support the different work scenarios you’ve been involved in.</p> <p>I have to say that I just&nbsp;<i>adore&nbsp;</i>your trendy shag haircut.</div> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/reflecting-back-2021#post-2245208 Fri, 24 Dec 2021 02:08:47 +0000 Jaime 2245208@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Sounds great! I latched on to your point about cream over white. I am the opposite but have found these little insights make a huge difference.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/reflecting-back-2021#post-2245200 Thu, 23 Dec 2021 23:52:03 +0000 Irina 2245200@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Nicely done! It seems you are on your way to the versatile and enjoyable wardrobe. The returns are an unfortunate part of the process even with the brands I know and wear, especially now, when I do more online shopping. I really appreciate brands that provide measurements and reviews. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/reflecting-back-2021#post-2245192 Thu, 23 Dec 2021 21:51:11 +0000 kkards 2245192@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Well thought out and comprehensive. &nbsp;Love the goal of adding more funky and layering pieces seems like a great way to do it. Trying new brands, especially sustainable brands which tend to be smaller and harder to find in stores, unfortunately does lead to a try, buy, return cycle.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/reflecting-back-2021#post-2245178 Thu, 23 Dec 2021 18:41:32 +0000 rachylou 2245178@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Your work has created a nicely cohesive wardrobe. Well done I say! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/reflecting-back-2021#post-2245175 Thu, 23 Dec 2021 18:25:22 +0000 Sal 2245175@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Nice review CS - and I think your wardrobe is serving your life well with your great career progression and busy job.</p> <p>Good work on finding footwear that works and moving to a more sustainable wardrobe. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/reflecting-back-2021#post-2245173 Thu, 23 Dec 2021 17:57:11 +0000 chewyspaghetti 2245173@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I'm not as organized or specific as some of you here- I've always managed my wardrobe intuitively. I'm trying to be a little more intentional going forward.<br /> This year held big changes for my wardrobe. I focused on workwear since I went from wearing a uniform every day to a job where I was mostly in an office situation. I also went through body changes, and then into a wfh/field based position, and now starting with a new agency.<br /> I am still figuring out what works best for me for work, but I am honing in on some things.<br /> Footwear:<br /> My summer based climate requires breathable footwear. I have hit on the hurache type of woven leather sandal shoes and will be increasing the variety of these. I also find the sandal bootie styles really work for me and will be adding more of these, as well. I added a light pair of booties, and a brown pair of combat boots this year. I think that both will get a lot of wear (the brown already do). I will probably replace my black booties next year with something better because they get a ton of use. I am ready to get rid of most of my shoes as none of them are a perfect fit. I have a hard time fitting shoes, and am finding that I can go straight from sandals to booties. I have white sneakers that I do wear and I would like to find one nice pair of shoes, but that's probably it. I have passed on my tall boots and will decide after winter if I want to replace them or just stick with shorter styles.<br /> Pants seem more practical for my work, but I am really being drawn to skirts and dresses lately. I'm trying to keep a balance of both, while keeping versatility of my pieces in mind.<br /> I am finding that with a good foundation of basics, I am craving layering pieces with more personality. I tried to build a conservative work capsule, but it just didn't feel authentic...and really, in my field I can get away with a little funky. So, I am building the funk back into my wardrobe with layering pieces.<br /> I let go of all my white lace after I realized the color was really not good on me, and am working on replacing with off-whites (cream, ivory, etc).<br /> I'm alsotrying to pick up basic tops in my colors when I find them because I get bored wearing the same ones over and over.<br /> The biggest change in my wardrobe is that I have begun to be more conscious of what I'm buying as far as sustainability and ethics go. I am spending my budget on a single (or sometimes a few) item each month that is higher quality and made with better materials and practices. This should cut down on some of the wardrobe churn. I also decided to hang on to some of the pieces that no longer fit in case my body changes again (which it historically has done), so that I am not in the position to need to buy all new clothing again.<br /> I'm experiencing a lot of returns/exchanges as I find new brands that meet my goals and figure out their sizing, but am hoping to cut back as I become more familiar with their cuts/sizing.<br /> I think my wardrobe is in a pretty good place right now, and I feel like I have a good idea about the direction I'm heading. </p>