https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/self-imposed-shopping-ban---harder-than-i-thought Style Advice for Fashion Lovers en-US Mon, 04 May 2026 08:51:22 +0000 http://bbpress.org/?v=1.0.2 q https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/search.php https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/self-imposed-shopping-ban---harder-than-i-thought#post-855021 Thu, 21 Feb 2013 01:09:50 +0000 Carla 855021@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I'm wrapping up my 3rd month of a shopping fast. Caring for my existing stuff has helped, and given me an opportunity to reassess each garment as I try to find new outfit combinations. My usual habit has been to add colour to a neutral palette ( black or grey) but I've recently been doing colour blocking. It's like having a whole new wardrobe! </p> <p>I second Charmian's ideas. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/self-imposed-shopping-ban---harder-than-i-thought#post-855002 Thu, 21 Feb 2013 00:53:24 +0000 cheryl 855002@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Sending big hugs your way and I agree that you should treat yourself to a little something. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/self-imposed-shopping-ban---harder-than-i-thought#post-854836 Wed, 20 Feb 2013 21:14:10 +0000 Caro in Oz 854836@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>They call it retail therapy for a reason:)</p> <p>I find a little mad money helps. You decide what to spend it on - a lipstick, a movie or a good book. </p> <p>Sending positive thoughts your way. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/self-imposed-shopping-ban---harder-than-i-thought#post-854823 Wed, 20 Feb 2013 20:58:13 +0000 ironkurtin 854823@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Fingers crossed and good wishes sent out! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/self-imposed-shopping-ban---harder-than-i-thought#post-854819 Wed, 20 Feb 2013 20:51:38 +0000 Beth Ann 854819@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Blessings on you, Sara! I agree that a small purchase of a scarf or some jewelry might be in order. You look great in what you have, and I hope maternity wear is in your near future! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/self-imposed-shopping-ban---harder-than-i-thought#post-854693 Wed, 20 Feb 2013 19:24:04 +0000 rachylou 854693@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Re-arrange the living room! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/self-imposed-shopping-ban---harder-than-i-thought#post-854635 Wed, 20 Feb 2013 18:22:54 +0000 Charmian 854635@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Oooh, I also thought of doing long-put-off alterations: slimming a pair of bootcuts, switching out shoelaces, upgrading buttons, chopping ill-fitting trousers into oh-so-trendy slouchy shorts, ...</p> <p>This could be fun! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/self-imposed-shopping-ban---harder-than-i-thought#post-854569 Wed, 20 Feb 2013 17:16:52 +0000 Sara L. 854569@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Thanks for the great suggestions! Shoes are an option since I know from past experience (I have two boys ages 5 and 7) that my feet don't change during pregnancy. I've also been meaning to go through my jewelry collection and purge so maybe this a good opportunity to do that and find some new pieces. Organizing my closet might also help me come up with some new combinations and curb my impulse to shop. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/self-imposed-shopping-ban---harder-than-i-thought#post-854563 Wed, 20 Feb 2013 17:09:02 +0000 Suz 854563@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Congratulations, Sarah!! And hang in there. 2 months can go by quickly. I like to fill my shopping cart with online pretend purchases - and not hit buy. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/self-imposed-shopping-ban---harder-than-i-thought#post-854552 Wed, 20 Feb 2013 16:59:08 +0000 Charmian 854552@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>When I can't shop, I reorganize :). How about some new hangers, switching up your hanging system (if you hang by color, try by type -- or vice versa), or just the ol' fashioned "pull everything out of the closet and try some new combos"?</p> <p>Two months will fly by, I promise. You can do it! And I bet you'll feel amazing when you've accomplished this. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/self-imposed-shopping-ban---harder-than-i-thought#post-854517 Wed, 20 Feb 2013 16:32:08 +0000 Tina.b 854517@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Congratulations Sara! I've been in you situation and it is difficult. I will be sending you good thoughts. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/self-imposed-shopping-ban---harder-than-i-thought#post-854497 Wed, 20 Feb 2013 16:14:21 +0000 merwoman 854497@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Congratulations Sara! It's hard being at this in between stage . Why not make a couple of pinterest boards so that you can virtually shop until you feel confident in which direction to head.<br /> Hugs to you and please keep us posted. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/self-imposed-shopping-ban---harder-than-i-thought#post-854427 Wed, 20 Feb 2013 15:10:30 +0000 Adelfa 854427@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I'm with Thistle--I want to tell you to buy yourself something pretty or fun! Of course you're not making major wardrobe investments when you don't know what size you'll be but with all this uncertainty, maybe a total ban isn't necessary? I don't mean to be unsupportive of your plans, just supportive of you. Lots of good thoughts. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/self-imposed-shopping-ban---harder-than-i-thought#post-854403 Wed, 20 Feb 2013 14:46:39 +0000 Thistle 854403@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Shopping bans are hard. Perhpas, instead of a ban, allow yoourself some new shoes or a pretty bracelet? That way, you don;t feel so restricted.</p> <p>Also, this time of year sme of the choicer spring items are being released, so that could be part of it too. Winter is winding down in some parts of the world, and all the spring stuff is hitting the stores.</p> <p>I completely understand where you are coming from. I miscarried several times before finally being able to have my DD. It is an emotional rollercoaster, especially if it has happened before. For me, I had a hard time becoming attached even after the ultrasound told me everything was going to be okay with DD. I just kept waiting for the other shoe to fall. And, of course, everything is SO much harder with the flood of hormones!</p> <p>So, treat yourself to some fun new shows! Maybe those silver oxfords Angie linked to yesterday! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/self-imposed-shopping-ban---harder-than-i-thought#post-854397 Wed, 20 Feb 2013 14:42:51 +0000 Molly L-R 854397@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Chin up, Sara! You can do it! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/self-imposed-shopping-ban---harder-than-i-thought#post-854392 Wed, 20 Feb 2013 14:41:04 +0000 Sara L. 854392@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>No shopping for me for the next 2 months! I don't consider myself a big shopper and I usually only buy 1 or 2 items in any given month, but now that I can't buy anything, I can't seem to stop looking and of course I keep finding stuff I want/need. </p> <p> I recently found out I'm pregnant but I've miscarried in the past so don't want to even think about this until I know if I'm going to be pregnant for 9 months or 9 weeks. Because of this though, I feel like I can't do any shopping until I know what's going to happen. I can't shop for regular clothes and I can't shop for maternity clothes. This shopping ban is turning out to be much harder than I thought it would be! </p>