https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/right-my-phd-thesis-is-done-now-i-can-start-shopping Style Advice for Fashion Lovers en-US Sat, 25 Apr 2026 11:16:50 +0000 http://bbpress.org/?v=1.0.2 q https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/search.php https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/right-my-phd-thesis-is-done-now-i-can-start-shopping#post-481058 Mon, 05 Dec 2011 02:08:31 +0000 goldenpig 481058@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Congrats Mander! What an accomplishment! Have fun shopping and updating your wardrobe! As a fellow apple, I can commiserate, but just remember, if it doesn't work, it's not your body, it's the clothes! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/right-my-phd-thesis-is-done-now-i-can-start-shopping#post-480870 Sun, 04 Dec 2011 21:09:47 +0000 Kate 480870@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Congrats! I've got another 3+ years, and I can only imagine what a relief it must be to be completely done! Hooray, and enjoy the shopping! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/right-my-phd-thesis-is-done-now-i-can-start-shopping#post-480619 Sun, 04 Dec 2011 10:47:50 +0000 Mander 480619@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Aww, thanks, all!</p> <p>I've been assessing what I have and looking through Angie's fabulous rules. I think I might need to tackle this academic-style, really. And buy more woven shirts. And more glasses. My current frames are pretty good looks-wise but I'd like to be one of those people who has frames in various colors and styles to choose from every day. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/right-my-phd-thesis-is-done-now-i-can-start-shopping#post-480195 Sat, 03 Dec 2011 17:02:53 +0000 Amy 480195@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Congratulations! That is a major, major achievement. You've already had some great advice about your wardrobe. I just want to add that it's high time you spoiled yourself a bit! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/right-my-phd-thesis-is-done-now-i-can-start-shopping#post-480171 Sat, 03 Dec 2011 16:40:38 +0000 bj1111 480171@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>WOO HOO!!! what an awesome accomplishment. take a deep breath, let it out...now savor the moment!</p> <p>then...let the shopping begin. as a pear, i envy apples who can show off their legs. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/right-my-phd-thesis-is-done-now-i-can-start-shopping#post-480159 Sat, 03 Dec 2011 16:27:51 +0000 Angie 480159@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I have no doubt that Dr. Mander can look absolutely fabulous :). </p> <p>Start with the guidelines on how to dress your body type and work your way from there. Have a professional bra fitting if you haven't had one in the last year, and take yourself off to have your hair done. If possible, address your specs style *before* your clothing style. </p> <p>There is NOTHING wrong with your body. When clothes don't fit - it's the clothes, not your body shape. It might take a little while to find stuff that you love, but you will get there. It's my promise to you. And we are here to help you every step of the way. </p> <p>Now go spoil yourself, Dr! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/right-my-phd-thesis-is-done-now-i-can-start-shopping#post-480154 Sat, 03 Dec 2011 16:22:48 +0000 Diana 480154@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Congratulations, Mander! You've definitely earned yourself some new clothes and shopping time. My advice would be to go slowly, try out different things, and don't forget to have fun.</p> <p>And there's nothing quite like the feeling of holding your freshly bound thesis in your hands! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/right-my-phd-thesis-is-done-now-i-can-start-shopping#post-480125 Sat, 03 Dec 2011 14:57:20 +0000 Kappy 480125@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Congratulations!!!! What a huge accomplishment; you must be very proud of yourself. I feel your wardrobe pain because I am an hourglass with an apple graft too and am also drawn to things I just can't wear . Things that look good from the front can look ridiculous on the side view because of my stomach. Add in a G/H cup and needing a 35" inseam and it's a wonder I own any clothes. Do you have anything you love right now? </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/right-my-phd-thesis-is-done-now-i-can-start-shopping#post-480116 Sat, 03 Dec 2011 14:49:44 +0000 Jonesy 480116@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Congrats on completing your dissertation! Yay Dr. Mander! Give yourself a moment to feel happy and satisfied--how many years have you been doing this? Now you have achieved it, so pause for a bit to enjoy yourself.</p> <p>Now you can have a bit more time to focus on fun stuff like style and fashion! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/right-my-phd-thesis-is-done-now-i-can-start-shopping#post-480114 Sat, 03 Dec 2011 14:43:46 +0000 crwilson 480114@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Congratulations on finishing your thesis! That's such a huge accomplishment! What's your field?</p> <p>I'm an apple-y hourglass too, and I know exactly what you mean about the challenges of dressing that shape. Jackets do wonders for my body, and they might help you create the sleekness that you're drawn to while also creating more of a defined waistline. I don't like stiffness, so I've found a lot of jackets that are either ponte or have some kind of stretch in them that I find very comfortable. I find that scarves also hide my wobbly bits in the middle, so I have lots and lots of scarves. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/right-my-phd-thesis-is-done-now-i-can-start-shopping#post-480113 Sat, 03 Dec 2011 14:42:23 +0000 Sveta 480113@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Congratulations on completing your thesis - what a major accomplishment!<br /> I think most of us feel frustrated with our bodies from time to time - until we learn how to dress them. Unfortunately most women do not born with innate sense of style and skills to dress but we sure can learn that!<br /> Just remember one thing: it is not your body which is wrong, you just don't have the right clothes for it. Have you looked at Angie's posts on how to dress different body types in a flattering way? They are very helpful if you just starting out on your style journey. Other thing you can do is to look at other forum members who have similar body types and whose style you like. We have a lot of adorable and stylish apples here, they can be style inspiration. Marianna comes to mind - and her style is sleek and modern classic.<br /> If there is one thing I learned here is that you cannot find your style until you accept the body you have and begin to love it.<br /> Good luck and we remember: are are here to help if you need us! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/right-my-phd-thesis-is-done-now-i-can-start-shopping#post-480109 Sat, 03 Dec 2011 14:26:36 +0000 Parsley 480109@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Congratulations, Mander!<br /> Finishing your PhD thesis is quite an accomplishment to be proud of!</p> <p>Now I wish you the best with your task of overhauling your wardrobe. You've definitely come to the right place for help with that- I know Im finding this site to be extremely helpful and inspirational in my own "image improvement" project.</p> <p>Please know that you are not alone in having fit challenges! It's a pain in the neck, but it CAN be done to find things that work for you and to make alterations as necessary to MAKE them fit!<br /> I never cease to be astounded by the women here of all shapes and sizes who manage to look so amazing and stylish. It's a relief to know that it's not necessary to be built like a model in order to look great.</p> <p>Anyway, well done, Doctor! And good luck with your next projects! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/right-my-phd-thesis-is-done-now-i-can-start-shopping#post-480103 Sat, 03 Dec 2011 14:16:47 +0000 Suz 480103@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Congratulations on finishing your thesis! That is a huge accomplishment! </p> <p>As for the closet woes, you've received some great advice already. Take is slow, take it easy, and give yourself time to figure out what is going to work. You will eventually find the clothes that will give you the style you crave. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/right-my-phd-thesis-is-done-now-i-can-start-shopping#post-480091 Sat, 03 Dec 2011 13:55:17 +0000 Isis 480091@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Congratulations Dr Mander! That is a real accomplishment, take time to savor what you've actually done!</p> <p>As for clothes, remember, it's the clothes, not you. I'm sure there are clothes that can fit you and give a sleek style, they just aren't in your closet. You'll find them. </p> <p>Astrid's advice is spot on, take your time and go slowly. You really are still discovering your style (as am I). I think you'll have a lot of fun exploring! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/right-my-phd-thesis-is-done-now-i-can-start-shopping#post-480085 Sat, 03 Dec 2011 13:33:34 +0000 Astrid 480085@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Congratulations on completing your thesis! </p> <p>I think the most important thing is to really take your time to discover your style. Just keep an open mind and go shopping without pressure and I'm sure you will find something you like that fits you. Your advantage is that you are starting from scratch, you don't have to find that one special item but are able to just browse and discover what you like. It sounds like you already have an idea what it is you want ("nice sleek profile"), maybe you can start from there and think about why you want that? I really think that you can have clean lines and looks with every figure, if that is what you are drawn to! </p> <p>The idea of overhauling a whole wardrobe is daunting for sure, but if you just concentrate on the little steps a lot of pressure disappears. Just take your time and we'll all help! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/right-my-phd-thesis-is-done-now-i-can-start-shopping#post-480081 Sat, 03 Dec 2011 13:22:51 +0000 Claudia 480081@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Mander, congratulations on your impressive achievement. After all the hard intellectual work and focus I hope that you will have some fun clothes shopping for yourself. You deserve it. Again, congratulations, and best wishes for the doors it will open for you. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/right-my-phd-thesis-is-done-now-i-can-start-shopping#post-480079 Sat, 03 Dec 2011 13:15:33 +0000 Janet 480079@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Congrats on your thesis -- that is HUGE (I've only been through that for my master's, I can only imagine how much more intense it is for a doctorate)!</p> <p>It sounds like your wardrobe is in the same state of flux mine was in earlier this year. Now that you have a bit more time on your hands, I've no doubt you'll figure things out and be much happier with your style and wardrobe very soon. It just takes some time, and I can't begin to express how helpful and inspiring this forum has been. We'll help you! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/right-my-phd-thesis-is-done-now-i-can-start-shopping#post-480073 Sat, 03 Dec 2011 12:48:40 +0000 Mochi 480073@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Apples sure are a challenge to fit, aren't they? </p> <p>Congrats on your thesis! MAJOR accomplishment and you should take that all in and enjoy it. Once the stress has dissipated and you can ease back, I'm sure you'll start finding some great clothes. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/right-my-phd-thesis-is-done-now-i-can-start-shopping#post-480071 Sat, 03 Dec 2011 12:41:20 +0000 Mander 480071@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I started thinking seriously about my wardrobe and general look a couple of months ago, but everything has been mostly on hold while I finished up my PhD thesis. All the changes were finally approved yesterday (hooray!!), so I can have it bound and submitted next week. Then I just have to decide what to wear to graduation...</p> <p>In trying to get dressed to actually leave the house yesterday I realized that even though I have already cleaned out a huge pile of clothes, I still have half a closet full of things that I just don't like. Pretty much everything I put on makes me feel ugly and dishevelled. </p> <p>I think I am frustrated because I am not happy with my body shape, and so I feel like everything looks terrible regardless of whether it fits me. But I guess this probably is an indication that I need to start creating a different look. Trouble is, I'm drawn to a nice sleek profile that just doesn't look good on a figure that seems to be an hourglass with an apple grafted onto the front... </p>