https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/september-final-shopping-spree Style Advice for Fashion Lovers en-US Wed, 15 Apr 2026 07:46:57 +0000 http://bbpress.org/?v=1.0.2 q https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/search.php https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/september-final-shopping-spree#post-2146415 Wed, 30 Sep 2020 07:20:44 +0000 Minaminu 2146415@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Suz, wow! It is good to hear that you have't regretted those purchases, navy is a fab colour on you!<br /> Thank you so much so sharing some styling tips for the vest, it is very helpful! Not only you look great, but you got the proportions spot on!!!!! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/september-final-shopping-spree#post-2146412 Wed, 30 Sep 2020 04:44:20 +0000 Suz 2146412@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Oh wow! These navy dresses are after my own heart! I completely understand your need for different navy pieces for different seasons. I made this a goal soon after joining YLF (to stock up on classic but stylish essentials in my key neutrals for EACH SEASON) and it was one of the best decisions I've made. I have never been sorry about those purchases and I am still wearing a cotton knit Ralph Lauren dress for spring/ fall / cool summer and a David Meister sleeved navy dress for winter, both of which are more than 6 years old.&nbsp;</p> <p>I love the blouse -- so pretty. And the vest/ gilet/ sleeveless coat is such a great statement piece.&nbsp;</p> <p>I own a similar but possibly heavier wool vest. I have to admit I don't wear it a great deal, partly because the climate where I lived when I purchased it wasn't really suitable for many months per year and partly due to lifestyle conflicts-- I mean, where I live now, I'd be wearing it <i>all the time </i>in this season if I were actually going anywhere!!!&nbsp;<br />But I honestly don't care because it is my favourite wardrobe item and I have never, not even for 3 seconds, regretting spending on it. It's just so unusual/ special/ wonderful and it does indeed layer beautifully.&nbsp;</p> <p>I have layered it over a silk shirt, a denim shirt, a tee shirt, a sweater. I have layered it over a leather jacket, a denim jacket, a puffer! These photos are examples of how I tried it. You can even see it with my sleeveless cotton Ralph Lauren dress (mentioned earlier). :)&nbsp;</p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/september-final-shopping-spree#post-2146122 Mon, 28 Sep 2020 11:42:56 +0000 Minaminu 2146122@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>thanks Unfrumped, very kind! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/september-final-shopping-spree#post-2146120 Mon, 28 Sep 2020 10:53:35 +0000 unfrumped 2146120@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Lovely classic items! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/september-final-shopping-spree#post-2146112 Mon, 28 Sep 2020 08:15:55 +0000 Minaminu 2146112@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Barbara, thanks! I have been very lucky this year. The wool navy dress and the black vest were HEWI, I had a serendipity moment when I found them!</p> <p>Jenn, thanks! I like your method as well! I used to prepare a mini shopping list of 5 key new items at the beginning of each season, which was helpful against impulse buys! I soon realised that I can extend the use of items of different seasons by layering (great British weather!), hence an annual shopping list helps me to cover the current wardrobe holes and reduce the number of new items. I like a small wardrobe and would like to keep it under 100 items, even when we will move to France. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/september-final-shopping-spree#post-2146092 Sun, 27 Sep 2020 23:35:54 +0000 Jenn 2146092@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>These all look like beautiful pieces, and I love your thoughtful approach. I tend not to do an annual shopping list, for a number of different reasons, but it looks like it's worked really well for you! </p> <p></p> <p>(ETA: I do have a rough list of pieces that are wearing out or that I want to add in a given season, but I also leave some room for when true love happens.)</p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/september-final-shopping-spree#post-2146080 Sun, 27 Sep 2020 16:10:25 +0000 Barbara Diane 2146080@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>How wonderful to have found everything on your shopping list. Those are smart looking purchases.</p> <p>Most of the items on my list are HEWI’s. They tend to stay on the list. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/september-final-shopping-spree#post-2145387 Tue, 22 Sep 2020 17:55:34 +0000 Minaminu 2145387@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Rachylou, thanks! Maybe we should all try 2021 shopping list?!</p> <p>Star, thanks! Yes, the size of my wardrobe is ok. I live in a small flat and my wardrobe is 80 cm, Tight space demands a flexible wardrobe! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/september-final-shopping-spree#post-2145300 Tue, 22 Sep 2020 10:59:19 +0000 Star (Lise) 2145300@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Great pieces!&nbsp; Your wardrobe size sounds so manageable - I am envious. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/september-final-shopping-spree#post-2145298 Tue, 22 Sep 2020 10:51:11 +0000 rachylou 2145298@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Lovely, elegant pieces!</p> <p>I have not made a list in a few years... I should! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/september-final-shopping-spree#post-2145283 Tue, 22 Sep 2020 07:21:09 +0000 Minaminu 2145283@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Kellygirl, thanks! It took me a while to get used to a shopping list, there are too many temptations!</p> <p>Sal, thanks! I think the aim of a shopping list is to remember what is missing... A change of lifestyle or job can suddenly open a new wardrobe hole! This year I went slightly over-budget because of loungewear!</p> <p>Suntiger, thanks! I am starting to think that a no-buy list would be a very clever idea!</p> <p>MsMaven, thanks! So far, 2020 has been such a strange and difficult year and needed lots of adjustments. I hope you will be able to wear your new pieces soon!</p> <p>Stylefan, thanks! Sometimes there is a serendipity moment when a great piece comes along, I get you!</p> <p>Shevia, thanks! This year, I bought 5 preloved items and I am planning to increase the number of preloved purchases next year. </p> <p>Liesbeth, thanks! Shopping list and budget are great tools to assess the wardrobe and develop it whilst keeping the emotional side on balance. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/september-final-shopping-spree#post-2145280 Tue, 22 Sep 2020 06:21:35 +0000 Liesbeth 2145280@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Nice additions! I have a prioritized shopping list but I do stray. It's more about thinking which items would have the biggest impact on my style so that I can balance that information with my emotional impulses when shopping. Because I do keep a strict budget. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/september-final-shopping-spree#post-2145247 Tue, 22 Sep 2020 02:17:28 +0000 Sal 2145247@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I forgot to answer - I do have a list, but I sometimes swap things out. Some things never make it to the top, some things jump over others.....I do have a do not buy list too. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/september-final-shopping-spree#post-2145245 Tue, 22 Sep 2020 02:14:21 +0000 Jaime 2145245@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Nicely done. I like how you traded in your silk shirt! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/september-final-shopping-spree#post-2145227 Mon, 21 Sep 2020 23:14:13 +0000 Style Fan 2145227@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Great items!&nbsp; I do use a shopping list.&nbsp; I do a wardrobe audit and keep track of what pieces I need.&nbsp; I also buy something if I fall in love with it. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/september-final-shopping-spree#post-2145223 Mon, 21 Sep 2020 22:58:20 +0000 MsMaven 2145223@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I make a list every season, but then I go out and buy whatever catches my eye. I do tend to stick with certain styles and colors, so new things usually fit in.&nbsp;</p> <p>The last six months I've been buying clothes for the life I used to live, although it's beginning to get through that life isn't coming back in the near future. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/september-final-shopping-spree#post-2145217 Mon, 21 Sep 2020 22:29:00 +0000 Anonymous 2145217@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>They look like great pieces! I do keep a list, but should have a do not buy list too!&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/september-final-shopping-spree#post-2145215 Mon, 21 Sep 2020 22:23:19 +0000 Sal 2145215@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Lovely additions - very disciplined and great choices,&nbsp; I especially like the dress!</p> <p>I thought I was done purchasing clothes this year too (I do have some accessories and shoes to get) but I have a bit of a hole based on a slight job change....... </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/september-final-shopping-spree#post-2145204 Mon, 21 Sep 2020 20:54:49 +0000 kellygirl 2145204@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I wish I had such discipline. I'm a impulse shopper. Your new items are so pretty. They look supremely versatile! Can't go wrong with navy/black and a gorgeous floral! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/september-final-shopping-spree#post-2145202 Mon, 21 Sep 2020 20:36:16 +0000 Angie 2145202@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I'm sure you will! I dare you....</p> <p>Although, maybe don't tell Mum </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/september-final-shopping-spree#post-2145185 Mon, 21 Sep 2020 19:19:27 +0000 Minaminu 2145185@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Cindy, thanks! It took a while but I finally got there!</p> <p>Nemosmom, thanks! I like the idea of a "no-buy" list, may use it for 2021! Glad to hear that a shopping list has been useful for you too, I have been preparing one for the last 5 years and it gets better all the time!</p> <p>Angie, thanks! I thought the blouse would have added some personality when doing Zoom calls... Will try to combine it with the dotted skirt, not sure if I can pull it off! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/september-final-shopping-spree#post-2145172 Mon, 21 Sep 2020 17:20:57 +0000 Angie 2145172@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>*applause*</p> <p>WELL DONE!&nbsp;</p> <p>I'm impressed with how you followed through on your plan - <i>and with Mum's approval </i>;)</p> <p>I see beautiful, better-end, and versatile pieces. I wonder if the blouse will work with your new polka dot skirt?&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/september-final-shopping-spree#post-2145171 Mon, 21 Sep 2020 16:52:54 +0000 nemosmom 2145171@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Great picks!&nbsp; This was the first year I kept a shopping list, as well as a "do not buy" list. Both have served me well this year! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/september-final-shopping-spree#post-2145147 Mon, 21 Sep 2020 14:25:58 +0000 cindysmith 2145147@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Gorgeous items, and congrats on finding those last 2 items on your list! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/september-final-shopping-spree#post-2145143 Mon, 21 Sep 2020 14:06:55 +0000 Minaminu 2145143@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Some of you might remember that I set myself a list of items to buy this year... I found the last 2 items from my annual shopping list!!!! And more! Still, I am pleased with almost all of those purchases and am comfortable to take a break from shopping until January.</p> <p><b>Navy wool dress</b>: 100% Merino wool, the fit and flare shape works well for my body shape and it is so basic that I can either add some trainers and go or jazz it up for an evening date at home (or outside, when the current Co-vid situation has finished!). Got mum's approval too! The heatwave is about to finish this week, I will be able to wear it in the autumn and winter.</p> <p><b>Navy dress for spring</b>: it may look like a duplication but this dress will become useful during the spring and summer time. The dress is part of a swap that I made with a friend, really pleased it worked out for both of us!</p> <p>(preloved) <b>Silk blouse</b> : this will replace a solid black blouse that has become too big for me. The black blouse has been sold and the amount paid for this replacement. Nice circled economy for everybody.</p> <p>(preloved) <b>Wool sleeveless coat&nbsp;</b>, I am not sure if it is grey or black as I bought it online and have high hopes for this one!&nbsp;&nbsp;I initially wanted to buy a windproof jacket to go under my light coat to extend its use during the cold weather. This is not exactly as planned but I think it should work better as I can layer it as planned and also use it alone. The reason for opting for a sleeveless coat is that&nbsp; a windproof jacket will not have the longevity of the sleeveless coat as </p> <p>I am planning a lifestyle change in a couple of years' time and can't see myself using the windproof jacket once I will leave the UK. I am also not a fan of the material as it is not easy to recycle. I even considered a sleeveless sheepskin gilet but somehow it didn't feel right.<br />If someone has a similar coat and can share ideas of outfits, I'd be very grateful!</p> <p>Including those pieces, my wardrobe is now at 79 items: </p> <ul> <li>scarves&nbsp; &nbsp;6</li> <li>outwear&nbsp; &nbsp;11</li> <li>dresses&nbsp; &nbsp;6</li> <li>tops and knitwear&nbsp; 27</li> <li>shoes&nbsp; &nbsp; 15</li> <li>skirts&nbsp; &nbsp;1</li> <li>trousers&nbsp; &nbsp;9</li> <li>jumpsuits&nbsp; &nbsp;4</li> </ul> <p>I can see that the new pieces are quite dark, but I like the idea of having the basics covered, meaning that I will be able to be more experimental with the new purchases next year. </p> <p>How about you ladies, do you use a shopping list for your wardrobe purchases?&nbsp;&nbsp;</p>