https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/resuming Style Advice for Fashion Lovers en-US Fri, 17 Apr 2026 13:32:10 +0000 http://bbpress.org/?v=1.0.2 q https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/search.php https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/resuming/page/2#post-2124824 Mon, 01 Jun 2020 11:30:43 +0000 Preppy Pear 2124824@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>What a great outfit, as always, Brooklyn. Confession: I didn’t realize you lived in Australia, thought you lived in Brooklyn (lol at myself). Sounds like a pretty safe environment, and glad you were able to get out! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/resuming/page/2#post-2124820 Mon, 01 Jun 2020 11:03:12 +0000 Style Fan 2124820@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Brooklyn, I love your matching mask, cocktail ring and bag.&nbsp; Such a great colour for you.&nbsp; That is such a fantastic jacket.&nbsp; I am glad to hear Oz is doing so well.&nbsp;&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/resuming/page/2#post-2124633 Sun, 31 May 2020 02:54:16 +0000 Brooklyn 2124633@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Thanks Shevia! Yes, let’s not go there! And I must mention to you that my teal cocktail ring came from an Etsy seller in Israel (pre-pandemic). Love Etsy. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/resuming/page/2#post-2124630 Sun, 31 May 2020 02:49:19 +0000 Brooklyn 2124630@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Slim cat and Synne, thanks. I do go a bit matchy matchy with jewellery, buttons and bag hardware sometimes. Unfortunately that makes it hard to be a wardrobe minimalist!</p> <p>Rachy and Joy, I felt able to look at things and I was able to try things on. I find it surprising that items would have to be sanitized between try ons. They don’t seem to be doing that here. I was careful to use the hand sanitizer on entering each store and I tried not to touch items just for the sake of it (I usually enjoy the tactile sensation of feeling clothing items).</p> <p>Anne, WA is doing so well! People are gradually returning to the office here too. But they are encouraging staggered start times to ease the squeeze on transport. It’s going to be an issue.</p> <p>Classically Casual, it’s certainly makes one value the small joys in life, doesn’t it? I’m looking forward to a trip to the beautician. My eyebrows need work!</p> <p>Bijou, those boots are awesome! I got a jumper from Cue - so it’s fine for casual wear. I do think they will be feeling the pinch because they are very work wear focused. I wonder if they will “pivot” now. </p> <p>RC, I really feel for all the businesses that are affected. We’ve found here that even general medical practices are struggling because people are putting off regular check ups. Hopefully that will improve as people regain confidence about going out. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/resuming#post-2124629 Sun, 31 May 2020 02:47:57 +0000 Jaime 2124629@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>You look marvelous! Love the coordinating mask. Isn't it interesting that in a place where the infection rate is so low, so many precautions are being taken and places where the pandemic is still very active things are opening up without rhyme or reason? I will say no more.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/resuming#post-2124628 Sun, 31 May 2020 02:31:32 +0000 Brooklyn 2124628@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Thanks everyone!</p> <p>Vix, yes. I was thinking on the whole shopping experience last night and, although it was different, overall I felt reassured that people weren’t acting like it is back to business as usual. Everybody has to play their part in keeping on top of this. And great to hear from you! </p> <p>JAileen, my camisoles have holes from wear in them! I’m giving my husband a run for his money - he wears his clothes until they are literally in tatters.</p> <p>Anchie, we are in phase 2 of a 3 step opening process. No gyms or cinemas yet. And I suspect no crowd events for a long time. </p> <p>Lisa, thank you. I’m feeling increasingly comfortable with DYOT. Nothing trendy came home with me, although I am stocking up on the earthy colours that are big at retail now. </p> <p>CG, I hope you are OK, I know things are bad there. Good to hear from you.</p> <p>Suz, we do still have the occasional community transmission case (although most cases are returned travellers) but our tracing and isolating measures are good. I think we will get used to the new normal for shopping. The supermarket thing seems entirely normal to me now. Although I still experience a pleasant surprise when I see TP on the shelves! I’m glad to hear your province is doing well. </p> <p>KG, thanks! You know I like my florals ...</p> <p>Sally and Nemosmom, thanks! I’m focused on buying essentials. I stuck with that ... mostly. There was one somewhat non-essential purchase. I will fess up later.</p> <p>Angie, thanks. It will be great to hear the retail experience from an insider perspective. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/resuming#post-2124621 Sun, 31 May 2020 01:27:38 +0000 Vix 2124621@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Hi Brooklyn —</p> <p>Man, I’m so envious of everything in this post — especially the numbers. </p> <p>Very heartening to hear the consolidated efforts of government leaders, businesses, and citizens is paying off. Good to see harm reduction strategies in action, too.</p> <p>You look wonderful and I so appreciate seeing non-utilitarian clothes again! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/resuming#post-2124592 Sat, 30 May 2020 22:11:17 +0000 JAileen 2124592@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Cool outfit! &nbsp;I love the military jacket. &nbsp;Underwear is so very important. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/resuming#post-2124591 Sat, 30 May 2020 22:05:29 +0000 anchie 2124591@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Very glam as usual. I like your mask.&nbsp;<br />Shops here are open since Easter, we have low double digits daily cases ever since. And almost everything else is now open again - schools, hairdressers, restaurants, hotels, cinemas, gyms and pools. But I personally haven’t been shopping yet. I rarely shopped in person before, and will probably even less now - sounds too stressful. I also got used to shopping for groceries online and will probably continue to do it, especially now that you don’t have to wait 2 weeks for delivery window anymore.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/resuming#post-2124584 Sat, 30 May 2020 21:00:51 +0000 Anonymous 2124584@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>You look so good, as usual . You are one of those women with inherent style , and make trendiness look silly and unnecessary . Love that ring ! Glad to hear your part of the world is relatively good . We are too , here in my province of Manitoba . Fingers crossed for a stronger rest of the year for us all .</p> <p>Janet : 1200 NEW cases in one day ? Wtf?? </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/resuming#post-2124577 Sat, 30 May 2020 20:49:45 +0000 Cardiff girl 2124577@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Always interested to hear howthings are being done in other countries.No retail open here apart from essential shops,can’t imagine going shopping for pleasure anytime in the near future.You look your usual glam self even in a mask! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/resuming#post-2124565 Sat, 30 May 2020 20:00:25 +0000 Suz 2124565@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p><b>Brooklyn</b>, thank you for this report. You look wonderful -- love your coordinated mask/ bag/ ring! (The bag is gorgeous, by the way). And <b>YAY, OZ</b>!!!!!! So wonderful how well you have done in this. It's fantastic to know you have no community transmission.&nbsp;</p> <p>We are doing exceptionally well in my province also and especially in my personal corner of the province -- almost no cases. But shopping still feels weird. I went into a few (non clothing) stores the other day. Sanitizer/ gloves at entrance. Plexiglass shields. Masks not mandated in those stores (but they are mandated in some) and I wore my mask anyway while inside. Lines to mark distance. Warnings. 4 people in the store at one time -- that kind of thing.&nbsp;</p> <p>It's not exactly a relaxing environment. Maybe we will get used to it, though. I think some parts we could accustom ourselves to and adapt to, but other aspects just make it less fun, period.&nbsp;</p> <p> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/resuming#post-2124560 Sat, 30 May 2020 19:45:52 +0000 kellygirl 2124560@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Beautiful!! Love that mask—coordinates so well with your outfit! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/resuming#post-2124554 Sat, 30 May 2020 19:38:40 +0000 Sal 2124554@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Thanks for the review and update! Shopping is similar here - except I haven’t heard of temperature taking. I have done a small amount of browsing and made one purchase for me.</p> <p>You look great too - love that jacket!! And the bag is a stunner of course. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/resuming#post-2124547 Sat, 30 May 2020 19:18:34 +0000 nemosmom 2124547@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p><div>You look absolutely smashing for your outing! What a surreal experience... I am glad you picked up some things - I can't wait to see them! <br /></div> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/resuming#post-2124543 Sat, 30 May 2020 18:53:37 +0000 Angie 2124543@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>It's SO AMAZING and impressive how well Oz has come out of the pandemic. Good for you!&nbsp;</p> <p>I'm very curious to experience the new normal when our stores re-open in Seattle. We can compare notes :)</p> <p>Looking forward to seeing your new stash.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/resuming#post-2124532 Sat, 30 May 2020 16:26:13 +0000 slim cat 2124532@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Beautiful outfit - love all the gold accents ( buttons, jewelry and bag' chain links ). Mask is fab!</p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/resuming#post-2124529 Sat, 30 May 2020 15:56:49 +0000 Angie 2124529@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Another KILLER look from our beautiful <b>Brooklyn.</b>&nbsp;The necklace is so unique, and works well with the hardware on that yummy bag!&nbsp;</p> <p>I'll be back....</p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/resuming#post-2124521 Sat, 30 May 2020 15:35:16 +0000 rachylou 2124521@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Love the mask! Coordinates so well!</p> <p>Did you feel safe doing all that? Did you feel like you were able to look at things? </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/resuming#post-2124516 Sat, 30 May 2020 15:01:48 +0000 anne 2124516@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Some similarities here too from my shopping trip on Thurs. The uniqlo temperature check, and I ordered a cue dress in the myer sale. Our state in Australia is doing very well, with no community transmission and is relaxing most restrictions. I started back at the office on Friday, totally my choice and most are still away, but I was getting tired of connectivity problems. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/resuming#post-2124510 Sat, 30 May 2020 14:44:52 +0000 Anonymous 2124510@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I envy you your ability to shop. Unless you can order online and do curb pick up or go to a place that sells “essentials” you are still pretty out of luck doing any actual shopping here. I was able to go to a favorite local consignment store as I needed little bags in spring/ summer colors for daily wear. There were lots of new rules. If you tried anything on, it was put in a special spot to be steamed and sanitized before it was returned to the racks. Hand sanitizer everywhere. Bars and restaurants are not opened yet unless they have lots of outdoor seating. Streets are being closed off to cars to allow this. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/resuming#post-2124506 Sat, 30 May 2020 14:30:41 +0000 Classically Casual 2124506@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Great report from the field, and you look terrific as usual. &nbsp;It’s gratifying to read Covid success stories that have resulted from all the hard work of so many. &nbsp;<div>In my area of WA state, we’re slowly opening, and I had a haircut yesterday. &nbsp;It was definitely cause for celebration. My stylist ( who works alone), was taking before and after pics of her grateful clients. I can hardly wrap my mind around that you in the Southern Hemisphere have entered flu season already. &nbsp;Have a great weekend.</div> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/resuming#post-2124498 Sat, 30 May 2020 14:03:16 +0000 Bijou 2124498@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>You look beautiful and I am glad you supported Cue. I am still working from home, so find it hard to need or want more office wear. I did pop into my favourite local shoe store and bought these boots which suit the new more casual me. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/resuming#post-2124493 Sat, 30 May 2020 13:49:45 +0000 Synne 2124493@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Glam, glam all around! Are all the metals colour co-ordinated? Master in the works! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/resuming#post-2124491 Sat, 30 May 2020 13:38:10 +0000 Carla 2124491@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I like your outfit, and mask too! &nbsp;</p> <div><br /></div><div>Things are slowly (very slowly) opening up here. &nbsp;Canada as a whole is doing okay, but the bigger cities in my province (Ontario) are still struggling to get their numbers down. &nbsp;DS#2 needed work socks replacements. &nbsp;I called the (small independent) shoe store in town that I knew carried the brand and asked if they had some in his size (XL size 14). &nbsp;They did, so I masked up and did my shopping. &nbsp;Small store. &nbsp;Just me. &nbsp;Plexiglass and sanitizer. &nbsp;Just as I was leaving, they got another customer. &nbsp;Salons are still closed and DH’s appointment with his eye doctor scheduled for next week, has been cancelled. &nbsp;<br /></div></p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/resuming#post-2124483 Sat, 30 May 2020 13:14:43 +0000 Brooklyn 2124483@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Thanks CS. That was no accident </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/resuming#post-2124482 Sat, 30 May 2020 13:11:56 +0000 cindysmith 2124482@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Love how the mask coordinates with the 'fit. You look so good! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/resuming#post-2124476 Sat, 30 May 2020 12:52:30 +0000 Brooklyn 2124476@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Thanks Janet. 1200 new cases in one day is sobering. Our whole country (25 million) has been in single digit case numbers or pretty close to that for weeks now. I think we only have a couple of people still in hospital in the whole country.</p> <p>The shopping experience did feel surreal. I think they have to keep reminding people the virus is still out there and to exercise some caution. I’ve noticed that some people close the gap when you are talking to them now - just forgetting of course. Once reminded about distancing they step back. I think we need a hand signal or something!</p> <p>Liesbeth, the sales started with lockdown (most stores weren’t required to close) and seem to have continued since. Half yearly sales are a thing of the past here. To be fair, sales were pretty regular here even before lockdown. Things are tough in retail.</p> <p>Thanks Star!</p> <p>Thanks ST! I think some of the changes, eg the plexiglass at cash registers, could be permanent, don’t you? We’ve been having a good flu season so far, and it’s thought that some of the changes might be helping with that. So that would be a reason to keep them. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/resuming#post-2124474 Sat, 30 May 2020 12:44:06 +0000 Anonymous 2124474@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I'm with Janet. Sticking to curbside service whenever possible! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/resuming#post-2124469 Sat, 30 May 2020 12:33:30 +0000 Janet 2124469@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Great outfit — I love the jacket and bag! Here in the States, especially the mid-Atlantic, I have zero desire to go out into any place for shopping that’s not essential (grocery store or pharmacy, maybe a hardware store). We had 1200 new cases in our small state yesterday, all while restaurants were starting to reopen for table service (mostly outdoor seating but I’m still taking a pass). What you describe sounds sensible but sure doesn’t create a relaxing environment for pleasure shopping! Glad you got some things though. </p>