https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/reflections-on-2016-2017 Style Advice for Fashion Lovers en-US Fri, 24 Apr 2026 20:12:02 +0000 http://bbpress.org/?v=1.0.2 q https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/search.php https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/reflections-on-2016-2017#post-1769135 Mon, 16 Jan 2017 01:04:44 +0000 Gigi 1769135@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Congratulations on the baby!</p> <p>I think others have listed good suggestions. As far as self-care, maybe it would be fun to research new ways to style your hair. Maybe buy a new hair product that's a little different from what you normally would buy, or maybe buy a hair accessory or two? I'm not sure how long your hair is, but even if it's short, there are quite a few decorative bobby pins out there that can spice up a hairdo. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/reflections-on-2016-2017#post-1769118 Mon, 16 Jan 2017 00:18:45 +0000 AM 1769118@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Perhaps scan for inspiration looks. Fashion shows, look books, pinterest, predictions on trend. And begin to arrive at a top 5 for each season?</p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/reflections-on-2016-2017#post-1769112 Sun, 15 Jan 2017 23:48:59 +0000 Style Fan 1769112@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>My suggestion is self care and accessories.&nbsp; Even footwear is questionable.&nbsp; Feet can change size.&nbsp; I have heard women talk about their feet going up and down sizes with pregnancy.&nbsp; (I think mine are shrinking in menopause) </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/reflections-on-2016-2017#post-1769075 Sun, 15 Jan 2017 20:18:13 +0000 chirico (Chiara) 1769075@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I like all the above suggestions.<br /> After about three months from the birth of my girl I went to a mini shopping spree. I didn't go crazy, but I bought 3-4 items of medium quality that could tie together the rest of the stuff I could still wear. These few items cheered me up (husband said I had to go shopping more often if that was the effect) and made things easier when I went back to work a couple of months later. Eventually my bust went back to normale size, so I had to put them away, but for those first months they were very helpful. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/reflections-on-2016-2017#post-1769057 Sun, 15 Jan 2017 19:35:08 +0000 Sal 1769057@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>You sound in a great place with a wee one!! &nbsp;It is 12 years ago since I had a little baby (my youngest turns 12 today) but I remember wearing a lot of denim skirts and loose tees!!</p> <p>I wore my hair up, tried to wear pattern (to not show marks or spills), and a lot of flat trainers and shoes.</p> <p>Dresses are good in one way but can be a challenge if nursing I found.</p> <p>I agree -funky flat footwear, scarves, lipstick and anything that encourages walking with the baby buggy are all good ideas. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/reflections-on-2016-2017#post-1769025 Sun, 15 Jan 2017 17:50:54 +0000 Penny 1769025@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Many thanks, Emily - curating my closet took the better part of a decade, and it's been a gratifying process that I'm sure will continue. It's amazing how having a fairly narrow set of silhouettes, colors, and options has been liberating since they're items that I love and that suit my style.</p> <p>Great suggestions, Angie and Joy. Looking forward to exploring accessories and footwear as updates and thinking through how to make the most of what I have. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/reflections-on-2016-2017#post-1769003 Sun, 15 Jan 2017 15:46:59 +0000 Angie 1769003@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Nice reflections.&nbsp;</p> <p>Trendy footwear and amping up the accessories is a great way to go.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/reflections-on-2016-2017#post-1768944 Sun, 15 Jan 2017 05:46:33 +0000 Anonymous 1768944@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>You are wonderfully disciplined. In this period, you may want to explore ways to use some of your dresses into another season or in a different way. Congratulations on your little daughter. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/reflections-on-2016-2017#post-1768828 Sat, 14 Jan 2017 19:26:38 +0000 Emily K 1768828@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Penny, I remember seeing your closet photographs on another thread. &nbsp;The cohesive color palette, the similar dress silhouettes--your discipline and wardrobe crafting are an inspiration. &nbsp;And it looks like you survived the maternity period without resorting to dependence on worn-out sweat pants and Tee's. &nbsp;(I was a fashion "don't" poster during pregnancy.) &nbsp;Well done!</p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/reflections-on-2016-2017#post-1768821 Sat, 14 Jan 2017 18:32:05 +0000 Penny 1768821@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Great suggestions, Suz and Barbara! I love the idea of self-care and accessories, and outfitting my DD (who requires multiple onesies a day!) will certainly keep me busy. </p> <p>And the exercise of writing this post made me realize that two of my formal / occasion dresses simply aren't my first choice and aren't worn often enough, regardless of whether they fit later, so I've moved those to take for consignment / donation. </p> <p>Looking forward to shifting my focus (and enjoying YLF for future inspiration) until I can further assess! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/reflections-on-2016-2017#post-1768811 Sat, 14 Jan 2017 17:10:27 +0000 Suz 1768811@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>A terrific summary, and you must be our champion Dress Queen on the forum! As for how to channel your fashion energy for now, how about accessories (which always fit), and clothes for your DD! :)&nbsp;</p> <p> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/reflections-on-2016-2017#post-1768669 Sat, 14 Jan 2017 00:29:20 +0000 Barbara Diane 1768669@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I think you are at a wonderful time to spend extra a little extra time and money on self care. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/reflections-on-2016-2017#post-1768665 Sat, 14 Jan 2017 00:19:21 +0000 Penny 1768665@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Best of luck to everyone at YLF in the new year - I've very much enjoyed reading everyone's reflections, resolutions, and goals. &nbsp;<div><br /></div><div>In 2016, I spent almost exactly the same amount as in 2015, although instead of primarily upgrading and replacing shoes and handbags, I purchased a capsule of maternity and nursing dresses, replaced most of my loungewear, and added a handful of accessories. &nbsp;My overall spending was lower than I expected in both years, probably because tracking made me more mindful of my purchases. &nbsp;</div><div><br /></div><div>Now, although I would love to be shopping, I'm in somewhat of a holding pattern: seven weeks after my daughter's birth, it's too early to assess my wardrobe of dresses, although a preliminary review suggests that some of my dresses should be fine, while others will be too tight in the bust (because I'm nursing, though, that could be a temporary issue). &nbsp;It's hard to be patient, but I know I shouldn't be too hasty in donating or replacing items at this stage. &nbsp;</div><div><br /></div><div>Overall, I think my numbers are on track for the core of my wardrobe: 15 work dresses, 8 summer weekend dresses, 6 winter weekend dresses, 5 occasion dresses, and 5 formal dresses. &nbsp;My wardrobe of 8 maternity dresses, however, suggests that I could probably get by with fewer items in each category if they have classic silhouettes in my favorite solid colors (navy, black, and jewel tones), and I could probably shed a few of the occasion / formal dresses. &nbsp;Everything is fairly cohesive and in line with my style (sophisticated elegance, with hints of vintage glam), and I have a good selection of accessories, shoes, cardigans, blazers, coats, etc. &nbsp;</div><div><br /></div><div>Thoughts welcome on how to channel my style-related energy while I'm in this holding pattern! &nbsp;Right now, I'm trying to enjoy my accessories and keep an eye out for potentially promising pieces if / when they are needed. &nbsp;And best of luck to all as we embark on a new year of our style journeys!</div> </p>