https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/sept-wrap-up---tracking-wiw-and-finds Style Advice for Fashion Lovers en-US Tue, 21 Apr 2026 20:45:33 +0000 http://bbpress.org/?v=1.0.2 q https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/search.php https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/sept-wrap-up---tracking-wiw-and-finds#post-1960581 Sun, 30 Sep 2018 11:33:30 +0000 Helena 1960581@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Great collection!! I see no dishevelled, if that was referring to your photos ... I see relaxed, natural, and confident without any fuss, yet still interesting and intentional looking outfits. YLF! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/sept-wrap-up---tracking-wiw-and-finds#post-1960552 Sun, 30 Sep 2018 02:58:40 +0000 jussie 1960552@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Just wanted to pop back and say I actually think numbers 1 &amp; 6 are among the best looks here. Hehe just goes to show we all perceive things differently! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/sept-wrap-up---tracking-wiw-and-finds#post-1960546 Sun, 30 Sep 2018 02:33:06 +0000 Jaime 1960546@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Wonderful mix of athleisure and glam looks that makes for a very interesting style. I love 9 and lots more but lost track. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/sept-wrap-up---tracking-wiw-and-finds#post-1960485 Sat, 29 Sep 2018 16:47:02 +0000 Anonymous 1960485@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I think 1 &amp; 6 are really fantastic looks on you! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/sept-wrap-up---tracking-wiw-and-finds#post-1960483 Sat, 29 Sep 2018 16:35:55 +0000 Anonymous 1960483@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>My favorite part of this challenge has been what each participant has learned about herself. &nbsp;Your post was interesting to me for a couple of reasons. &nbsp;</p> <p>The lack of bottlenecks. &nbsp;I also don't experience bottlenecks, yet I am always inclined to duplicate. &nbsp;Tracking helped me understand that behavior. &nbsp;(I still duplicate to some degree, but it is better thought out).</p> <p>It is interesting too how we perceive that we wear our clothes so much more than tracking shows. &nbsp;That was quite a shock to me when I crunched the numbers the first time. &nbsp;</p> <p>Finally, realizing how much wear my bags get over the course of a month, I was able to adjust the upper limit of how much I can pay for a new bag. &nbsp;That was revolutionary. &nbsp;&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/sept-wrap-up---tracking-wiw-and-finds#post-1960318 Fri, 28 Sep 2018 22:55:37 +0000 Sal 1960318@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Angie- thanks for chiming in and for providing the Finds feature.&nbsp; I plan to add my casual knits and summer clothes and occasion wear in a couple of weeks.&nbsp; It is a really useful feature.&nbsp; Thanks for sharing your favourites - I do think the faur fur and knee high boots and tangerine orange is very 2018 maximal:)</p> <p>Katerina - thanks for your input.&nbsp; Another fan of 6!!&nbsp; It was good to get so many photos together to compare and it has clarified things for me regarding silhouettes that work better than others.</p> <p>For the counting fans only (feel free to skip)</p> <p>My numbers were; <ul> <li>11 pairs footwear</li> <li>9 different bottoms (all pants/culottes)</li> <li>6 coats or jackets</li> <li>5 dresses (one with two wears, three only once)</li> <li>13 tops - sweaters, tees and blouses</li> <li>4 bags</li> <li>3 scarves</li> <li>24 items of gear (mostly gym/running but also painting clothes)</li> </ul> Unworn were&nbsp; <ul> <li>20 items that were in season</li> <li>20 summer items (not in season)</li> <li>12 dressy/occasionwear pieces</li> <li>9 items of gear eg cycle pants - I only biked once in the month and just wore joggers</li> </ul> Of the 20 pieces in season that I didn't wear (the rest I am not concerned about) there were the following reasons <ul> <li>a handful that I have worn quite regularly already this winter and am a bit tired of/wanted a break from eg black floral blouse</li> <li>a handful that are harder to wear so less popular eg green silk top</li> <li>a couple that are not quite right - a skirt that needs altering, a top with a mark on it</li> <li>a couple I just didn't quite have the right occasion/weather for</li> </ul> Thanks for the comments and feedback - it is useful!!</p> <p> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/sept-wrap-up---tracking-wiw-and-finds#post-1960316 Fri, 28 Sep 2018 22:42:06 +0000 Sal 1960316@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Thanks Joy.&nbsp; I appreciate your thoughts.&nbsp; Yes the Rollies will work here from Sept to December and then again from March-April - and even on cooler summer days.&nbsp; I am really happy with them:)&nbsp; I liked 18 a lot and should have photographed it before 11pm........&nbsp;</p> <p>Brooklyn - I know you will like anything with knee length boots....&nbsp; I think 6 needs a tweak somewhere - I think a shorter coat would be better.&nbsp; I liked wearing it but the photo made me wonder about the proportions.</p> <p>Jenn - Rollies are an Australian brand but made in China.&nbsp; A rubber sole - very light weight - but super soft and comfy.&nbsp; I have some summer slides which I like too.&nbsp; They are quite popular here,&nbsp; I bought mine online and I am pretty much always a 9 and I bought a 9.&nbsp; Mine won't be waterproof as they are perforated - and given the design I think they are a transitional weather shoe/boot.&nbsp; Interesting re 10 - I wore that to move our workshop around - the sweater is almost lounge wear but I am still fond of it.&nbsp; I liked the combo with the straight jeans and moto boots and scarf so much I repeated it this week!!</p> <p>Thanks Mirijana - I liked 9 and 12 a lot - 1 am not sure about.&nbsp; This dress is in it's third year and I have not enjoyed it as much this year.&nbsp; &nbsp;However a long sleeve black dress is a useful item to own.</p> <p>Cardiff Girl - I know - faux fur is so much fun.&nbsp; I wore this for Jon's birthday dinner.&nbsp; It felt quite OTT but I like that sometimes.</p> <p>Thanks Fashintern - I own 20 pairs of shoes (plus rainboots, running shoes, rubber jandals).&nbsp; There are about four dedicated summer ones that I didn't wear and the rest that were unworn were dressy ones (a couple of pairs that I could probably pass on but can't quite bring myself to do so!!)&nbsp; This seems about the right size for my needs but I am determined to buy practical ones at the moment.&nbsp; My climate is possibly not as extreme as Berlin though.&nbsp; Shoe shopping is fun though!!</p> <p>La Pedestrienne - thank you.&nbsp; The blazer has been a great addition and it made me realise that a sharp tailored piece or two really help bring together my casual pieces.&nbsp; I will get a similar but different one in a darker colour next year - probably black or navy - maybe red.&nbsp; Rollies are comfy and quite popular here - I also replied to Jenn about them earlier up in this post.&nbsp; And 6 is the divisive look- I can see why some love it and some do not.</p> <p>Thank you Bijou.&nbsp; I agree with you re these looks and am determined to avoid boxy longer tops from now on.&nbsp; I will now wear the pink one tucked- the black and white I quite like and it is useful and comfy but I think waist definition is more flattering on my shape.</p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/sept-wrap-up---tracking-wiw-and-finds#post-1960310 Fri, 28 Sep 2018 22:24:09 +0000 jussie 1960310@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>You look fantastic, and it’s impossible to choose a favorite! Great looks Sal </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/sept-wrap-up---tracking-wiw-and-finds#post-1960276 Fri, 28 Sep 2018 19:15:05 +0000 Katerina 1960276@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>It is wonderful to be able to see all these great outfits together, Sal. I had many favorites here, but tried to narrow them down. The ones I love most are 1, 6, 9, 12, 17 and 19. I adore the colour combination in 12. And the beautiful contrast and structure of 6.<br /> You have a fantastic wardrobe and create lovely chic outfits for lots of occasions and weather, and with a lot of fun and interesting details.<br /> I really like your new pieces too, especially the thrifted trench and bag - great finds! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/sept-wrap-up---tracking-wiw-and-finds#post-1960198 Fri, 28 Sep 2018 13:38:08 +0000 Angie 1960198@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>WOW. Great lessons and great looks! You will LOVE having your wardrobe in Finds. I don’t know how I managed without it. I like the way you identified your seasons too. </p> <p>A lovely mix of cold and warm Spring outfits. That’s the way it goes. My KILLER faves are: #2, 15, 18, 19 and 20. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/sept-wrap-up---tracking-wiw-and-finds#post-1960196 Fri, 28 Sep 2018 13:34:24 +0000 Bijou 1960196@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Sal, I LOVE your style and as an Australian, it is so relatable to me. My favourite is #6, love the elegance of this look and #2 and #9 are also complete winners because that sharp jacket is gorgeous on you and seems to welcome in the warmer weather. </p> <p>My least favourite looks are #3 and #8 - you have such a great figure that these long tunics hide that, however this is being really nit picking, because they still look great. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/sept-wrap-up---tracking-wiw-and-finds#post-1960190 Fri, 28 Sep 2018 13:07:26 +0000 LaPed 1960190@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Like Jenn, Rollies just popped onto my radar recently, and I've been wondering about trying a pair. I love those cream oxfords! I don't need anymore cute little oxfords, but their booties are tempting.</p> <p>I really love outfit #2; I recall that I was a skeptic of the pale blue blazer at first, but it looks really super on you! And I like the gold hardware with the silver brogues; mixed metals for the win! #6 caught my eye as well. I'm taking notes on the dramatic silhouette. Long over wide is tricky and you've done it so well. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/sept-wrap-up---tracking-wiw-and-finds#post-1960169 Fri, 28 Sep 2018 10:34:06 +0000 Stagiaire Fash 1960169@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p><div>I can't pick a favorite! But I will stand up for 6 and it's column of white. Those colors are always fresh and nice together. <br /></div><div>11 pairs of shoes! There are 5 I'm thinking of getting between now and summer; that would bring my total to 21. I've been wondering if that's too many. Maybe not so bad. Thanks, enabler ;)<br /></div> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/sept-wrap-up---tracking-wiw-and-finds#post-1960150 Fri, 28 Sep 2018 08:11:44 +0000 Cardiff girl 1960150@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Great to have so many outfits to look over.You have an interesting and varied look which is great.My favourites were #1 and2 with #15 because anything with a faux fur coat in it is groovy in my eyes! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/sept-wrap-up---tracking-wiw-and-finds#post-1960145 Fri, 28 Sep 2018 07:55:40 +0000 Mirjana 1960145@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>So many great outfits Sal, really for different weather. I especially like #1. #9 and #12. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/sept-wrap-up---tracking-wiw-and-finds#post-1960122 Fri, 28 Sep 2018 04:34:56 +0000 Jenn 1960122@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>What a treat to see so many of your outfits all together! My immediate favorites were 10 and 18, but honestly, I had two many likes to list them all. I'm really impressed by your wardrobe's adaptability. You seem to cover various dressiness levels and work/social obligations with ease.</p> <p>I like your capsule breakdown, and that's very similar to how I think of my wardrobe, as well--mostly transitional, with small collections of hot summer and cold winter additions. That may change next year, though, when my hot weather needs expand the cold weather ones shrink.</p> <p>It's funny you just got a pair of Rollie's, because I have been debating trying a pair, but knew nothing about the brand! Glad to hear they're comfy. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/sept-wrap-up---tracking-wiw-and-finds#post-1960120 Fri, 28 Sep 2018 04:22:52 +0000 Brooklyn 1960120@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Hi Sally, I looked at the photos before I read your thoughts. I love no 6! Looks so maximal and fashion forward. I like the different lengths. So, there you go.<br /> I also really like your Witchery jacket outfits and the dresses, especially 12.<br /> You had a great month. Bravo for tracking AND taking pics. I am impressed with the variety that you achieved. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/sept-wrap-up---tracking-wiw-and-finds#post-1960116 Fri, 28 Sep 2018 03:58:23 +0000 Anonymous 1960116@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>You always look fab, but 2, 9, and 13 stand out as favorites because I LOVE the jacket on you. I also really like 18 and 19. Your new coat looks wonderful with your hair. The Rollie's are great summer and transitional shoes. Score! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/sept-wrap-up---tracking-wiw-and-finds#post-1960115 Fri, 28 Sep 2018 03:46:33 +0000 Sal 1960115@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Thank you Roberta.&nbsp; The jacket is actually a really light grey/duck egg colour - and it is a reminder of how I do like tailored looks and should veer that way more often.</p> <p>Yes I agree with 6 - the culottes and the coat are the wrong lengths and possibly the wrong vibe for each other.&nbsp; Culottes would be better with a shorter jacket (which I don't actually have).&nbsp; And I prefer the tucked top too - the photo does show that.</p> <p> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/sept-wrap-up---tracking-wiw-and-finds#post-1960100 Fri, 28 Sep 2018 01:50:24 +0000 Roberta 1960100@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>The white jacket in 2, 9, and 13 is a smashing piece. Perfectly proportioned and fitted to you. I agree with you about 6, but it's just a matter of the lengths not playing well with each other. I quite like 1. I like 14 more than 8 because I think that tucking the top shows your figure to advantage. I can confidently say I did NOT exercise 23 days this month. </p> <p>This challenge also made me examine my wardrobe seasonally. Very useful, especially when I looked at color too. Thank you, Jenn, for leading us! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/sept-wrap-up---tracking-wiw-and-finds#post-1960096 Fri, 28 Sep 2018 01:34:53 +0000 Sal 1960096@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Another lesson:</p> <p>1) I look dishevelled so easily!!<br />2) Excuse various things on the floor - careful spotters will see laundry baskets, garbage sacks...... </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/sept-wrap-up---tracking-wiw-and-finds#post-1960095 Fri, 28 Sep 2018 01:27:53 +0000 Sal 1960095@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Hi All</p> <p>Thanks to Jenn for running this challenge.  I haven't been terribly active and great at contributing sorry but I have been beavering away in the background.</p> <p>I had a pretty casual transitional month - lots of work, not many social events, and the weather has varied from jeans and a tee weather, to wool coat and boots.  I have not pulled out my summer clothes yet but since most of my closet is transitional I have plenty of options.</p> <p><b>Progress</b></p> <ol> <li>I have started adding my closet to finds.  I am getting there but still have a fair new to go.  </li> <li>I am now thinking about my closet in five sections/capsules</li> <ul> <li>Transitional - All year (bulk of my closet)</li> <li>True winter (May-Sept ish) - coats, boots</li> <li>True Summer (Oct-March) - sandals, sundresses</li> <li>Occasionwear</li> <li>Gear/Lounge etc (won't be on finds)</li> </ul> </ol> <b>Learnings</b></p> <ol> <li>I don't have laundry bottlenecks and don't really need to duplicate except in rare cases (gym gear, black tops) </li> <li>I wear my clothes less than I think- my culottes were worn once in September and about seven times all winter.  Getting to 30 wears takes an effort.</li> <li>By far my most worn pieces are shoes, bags and gear.   <ul> <li>My running shoes were worn 21/28 days and with my backup lightweight sneakers 2/28 days (which means I exercised 23/28 days in September.  I wore most of my gym pants 4-5 times in the 28 times.  I should not feel bad about expensive running shoes.  Tops to wear to and from the gym are also used a lot!!</li> <li>My cognac bag was second with 9 wears and my navy bag was used 5 times. </li> <li>I wore 11 pairs of shoes (excl gear) in the month.</li> <li>Accessories were tracked but I stopped tracking sunglasses and rings as it was too hard.</li> <li>October will look quite different as we are on holiday for a week and I will be bringing out summer clothes and putting away winter ones.</li> </ul> </li> </ol> <b>Pics.</b></p> <p>There are a lot!!  I won't describe them all - a mix of work, weekend, a run, friends' lunch, comedy show, and a restaurant birthday dinner (not mine).</p> <ul> <li>My favourites are 2 9 16 and 17.</li> <li>My least favourites are 1 and 6.</li> <li>I liked 4 and 18 until I saw the pics!!  4 was definitely better on the day and 18 was rather late at night after the comedy show.</li> </ul> New additions for the  month.</p> <p>There are a few (see finds)</p> <ul> <li>Camel Sportscraft trench - a second hand buy for $23</li> <li>Cognac slouchy bag - Trademe/Ebay - second hand</li> <li>Cream rollies - love them - so comfy!!</li> </ul> Thanks for reading this far if you got here.</p> <p>What are your favourites?<br /> Any suggestions.</p> <p>Cheers<br /> Sally </p>