https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/spoke-to-hannahc-and-road-tested-my-gladiators-sandals Style Advice for Fashion Lovers en-US Sun, 10 May 2026 12:54:53 +0000 http://bbpress.org/?v=1.0.2 q https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/search.php https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/spoke-to-hannahc-and-road-tested-my-gladiators-sandals/page/2#post-64215 Thu, 07 May 2009 09:24:34 +0000 yublocka 64215@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Wow I totally missed all this occurring. Angie I am thrilled to hear that this isn't going to affect your global style updates in future - they are brilliant. You are truly one of the kindest and most supportive souls I have ever stumbled across on this wild and wacky internet. When is your next planned trip? SOON I hope!!! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/spoke-to-hannahc-and-road-tested-my-gladiators-sandals/page/2#post-64100 Wed, 06 May 2009 16:37:42 +0000 Anonymous 64100@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Ladies, when you speak of cheese and pastries for breakfast, can you tell me what you mean by pastries? I doubt you mean the bear claw variety.<br /> Also Angie, I am curious, how many different countries/cultures, have you lived in? I know you have been all around the globe and am curious as to what cultures have influenced you to be who you are today? (Big question! HaHa!) </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/spoke-to-hannahc-and-road-tested-my-gladiators-sandals/page/2#post-64064 Wed, 06 May 2009 13:43:26 +0000 Munequita 64064@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Angie, yay for moving on! We believe in you and even though most of us have not met you in person, your kindness and genuineness shines through your blog posts. I am captivated by that, and it is what keeps me coming back to YLF (even though, I don't have the time to post as much because of school). You have created such a global and supportive network of women here, and that speaks volume of your character and how inclusive you are. We wuv you! </p> <p>Also, I have curly hair, so I want to see more pictures of it!!! and if I was Israeli, I would be sad if you wouldn't continue to share my culture...especially to YLF, because we are all so eager to see more of the world through your eyes. By the way, it is so exciting that you are going on another trip, too! I absolute adore the blogs on those. </p> <p>One last thing, I just wanted to quickly note that I love cheese and pastries for breakfast too! In many of the spanish-speaking Central America countries, where I grew up, pastries with coffee or tea are a big part of how we start our day. Yum! I haven't had breakfast yet so you know what I'll be having now...*hugs* </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/spoke-to-hannahc-and-road-tested-my-gladiators-sandals/page/2#post-63967 Wed, 06 May 2009 01:42:34 +0000 Angie 63967@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>My word. *big swallow*. </p> <p>Sarah, Patience, LauraElizabeth, Brianna and HannaC, thank you for your awfully caring and supportive words. You are so kind to chime in encouragement. I appreciate it enormously. </p> <p>Louise, Eva and Kari, I am totally taken aback. I can’t even begin to express how touched I am with your comments. A hundred times over - thank you for expressing your heart warming feelings. Your words have my chin up, up, up. I posted a picture of a Tel Aviv Mum today which is a step in the right direction. Also, Greg and I are in the midst of planning our next trip which means that there is no stopping the global style posts on YLF! Onward and upward :0) </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/spoke-to-hannahc-and-road-tested-my-gladiators-sandals/page/2#post-63868 Tue, 05 May 2009 17:45:52 +0000 Anonymous 63868@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Yes we must thank Greg for being a great photographer. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/spoke-to-hannahc-and-road-tested-my-gladiators-sandals/page/2#post-63823 Tue, 05 May 2009 15:09:30 +0000 Eva 63823@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Angie, I just had to pop in here as I just read the continuation of the thread. You know my thoughts on the subject. You, more than anyone I know, are the most sensitive in understanding the feelings of others. And you are always genuine and beautiful - inside and out. I hope you will still be able to sneak in those wonderful pictures of your trip. </p> <p>Oh, to have such a good personal photographer! I can share funny stories of how many times my hubby cut the top of my head off in pictures from Italy. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/spoke-to-hannahc-and-road-tested-my-gladiators-sandals/page/2#post-63813 Tue, 05 May 2009 14:46:34 +0000 Kari 63813@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Oh, shame. I didn't see any of the comments on the blog post until just now and was very shocked because my take on your tone/word choice was so different. I love hearing your take on global fashion and seeing your/Greg's beautiful photos. Personally, I think you are VERY sensitive to differences among your readers, be it ethnicity, culture, style preference, religion, etc. and I'm impressed and grateful that you truly consider these differences when providing advice instead of prescribing the same outfit and style for each person. I'm truly sorry to hear that this will be the last of the Israel updates and hope that hurtful comments haven't caused you to avoid your global fashion posts in the future. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/spoke-to-hannahc-and-road-tested-my-gladiators-sandals/page/2#post-63734 Mon, 04 May 2009 22:26:29 +0000 LouiseM 63734@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Angie, I elevated you a long time ago to the top of the list with the likes of Jackie O. , Audrey Hepburn, and Princess Diana. They were women who lived not only with an easy elegance and a sense of their own style, but with decorum and kindness. You top them because you are very real and accessible to all of us. Please don't let the negatively construed and misunderstood connotations of your informed opinions stop you from keeping us informed! You are personal,you are creative, you are Angie. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/spoke-to-hannahc-and-road-tested-my-gladiators-sandals/page/2#post-63712 Mon, 04 May 2009 20:58:50 +0000 HannahC 63712@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Angie, I am sending you virtual hugs and support. I am very sad and extremely surprised that somebody could be over-sensitive about your posts. </p> <p>Speaking about ethnic, I hope you got a chance to see jewelry made from ancient Roman glass set in silver. It is very beautiful and ethnic (yes, ethnic!), and I've never seen it anywhere except here. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/spoke-to-hannahc-and-road-tested-my-gladiators-sandals/page/2#post-63684 Mon, 04 May 2009 18:57:15 +0000 Ariadne 63684@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Darn, I was really looking forward to hearing more about Israel and I loved the posts we did get to see. I understand (having taken courses in post-colonial theory, etc.) the sensitivity surrounding words like 'ethnic' and 'exotic,' but seriously? On THOSE posts? I just don't see an issue with the way you used them at all, Angie, and I thought you explained your position well. (((Hugs!))) </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/spoke-to-hannahc-and-road-tested-my-gladiators-sandals/page/2#post-63667 Mon, 04 May 2009 17:51:35 +0000 Anonymous 63667@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Angie, I'm sorry the comments on the blog post ended up shortening your planned posts for the week. I enjoy your global posts the most too - they help me remember that there is a bigger world out there, and women everywhere enjoy fashion just as much as I do. It's reassuring to come to a forum and blog as lovely and supportive as yours. I hope you feel as much support from us as what you give so willingly to others. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/spoke-to-hannahc-and-road-tested-my-gladiators-sandals/page/2#post-63663 Mon, 04 May 2009 17:42:54 +0000 Patience 63663@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I'm sending soothing thoughts for your heart too. Your global posts are among my favorites-- I thoroughly enjoy them. You are a fantastic and thoughtful writer and I always read your words as per the dictionary meanings. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/spoke-to-hannahc-and-road-tested-my-gladiators-sandals/page/2#post-63661 Mon, 04 May 2009 17:35:05 +0000 Sarah 63661@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I just checked to see what all of the buzz was about, and I must say I'm so sorry Angie. You are one of the most inclusive people I've ever known, and I wish those hurtful things weren't said to you.<br /> Keep your chin up and know that there are oodles of us who support you 110%. Go get a hug and kiss from Rosie and Jasmine and I bet you'll feel better. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/spoke-to-hannahc-and-road-tested-my-gladiators-sandals/page/2#post-63656 Mon, 04 May 2009 17:13:07 +0000 Angie 63656@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>San, you are like the best of all soothing balms. Thank you.</p> <p>Charlotte, you have an excellent memory. My late Mum was Eurasian and I too stem from that heritage. Thanks for the compliments and sharing your point of view. </p> <p>Niva, I appreciate your kind, caring, supportive and encouraging words more than you know. Thanks so much for taking the time to write them. You are fab.</p> <p>Big hugs back to you, Tara. I value your professional writers perspective. There is hope for me yet. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/spoke-to-hannahc-and-road-tested-my-gladiators-sandals/page/2#post-63629 Mon, 04 May 2009 16:00:17 +0000 tarzy 63629@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Oh Angie. Big hugs. </p> <p>I was wondering why we weren't seeing any more pictures from your trip, and just now have read the comments. As Laura said, you of all people do not deserve to be lectured. And speaking purely a writer, I LOVE that you are aware of the dictionary meaning of a word and use it as such. You've taught me something new about a familiar word, and I love that.</p> <p>I won't rehash the controversy, but I'm sorry that it prevented me from seeing more pictures from your amazing trip. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/spoke-to-hannahc-and-road-tested-my-gladiators-sandals/page/2#post-63607 Mon, 04 May 2009 14:17:44 +0000 charlotte 63607@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>yes, and if lace-up sandals - and their modern equivalent, sandal-booties - aren't ethnic in Israel than where?? Also, I remember Angie mentioning her mother was half Indonesian, so she's not really a great candidate for Colonel Blimp. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/spoke-to-hannahc-and-road-tested-my-gladiators-sandals/page/2#post-63598 Mon, 04 May 2009 13:34:10 +0000 Vani 63598@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Angie, I love your travel blog posts. It is so wonderful to see how people dress given the different cultures, climates and lifestyles. It is particularly fascinating to me because I already have the privilege of closely experiencing two very different cultures constantly in tandem. And because of the fact (I grew up in India and have been in the US for the last 10 years) I actually do understand completely what you mean when using terms like "ethnic" and "exotic". Western style of dress and behavior are considered exotic in India and Indian fabric and dresses are considered exotic elsewhere in the world. And that makes sense to me. I have talked about your blog to anybody who will listen here at work mainly because of how inclusive and non-judgemental you and all the ladies on the forum are in the advice you give, fashion related or otherwise. Please don't let a few opinionated comments deter you from continuing to do what you do so wonderfully and heart-warmingly well. Me loves you </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/spoke-to-hannahc-and-road-tested-my-gladiators-sandals/page/2#post-63597 Mon, 04 May 2009 13:18:33 +0000 charlotte 63597@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I always love Angies's comments on fashion in other countries. It's fascinating to see what people are wearing, and she has such a good eye for noticing and pointing out themes. I, also, thought all the descriptor words she used were appropriate in the context in which she used them, and was upset that a few people took this as an opportunity to lecture. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/spoke-to-hannahc-and-road-tested-my-gladiators-sandals#post-63563 Mon, 04 May 2009 03:46:41 +0000 Anonymous 63563@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Well we certainly did enjoy what you shared with us Angie. I know it is alot of work to put together the pictures and the write up. I'm sure it was appreciated immensely by many YLFer's. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/spoke-to-hannahc-and-road-tested-my-gladiators-sandals#post-63465 Sun, 03 May 2009 18:07:16 +0000 Angie 63465@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>The professor’s words are wise Shana, and so are yours. Marianne, as always, you say lovely things and I appreciate them enormously. I’m over it - it’s just that my heart isn’t in it anymore (and I’m all about what I feel in my heart). What was said left me with a bad taste in my mouth and it’s taken away the fun that I derived from sharing this global perspective. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/spoke-to-hannahc-and-road-tested-my-gladiators-sandals#post-63446 Sun, 03 May 2009 16:25:19 +0000 marianne 63446@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Oh Angie, I just read the comments and I am so sorry about this! When I was leaving a comment, things were quite tame. It is a case of textual interpretation gone awry, but I absolutely understand if you don't want to deal with it. I just wanted to say that I really enjoyed all your posts about Israel. Thank you for the great report and pictures. Like Shana, I also really appreciate the global aspect of this forum. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/spoke-to-hannahc-and-road-tested-my-gladiators-sandals#post-63439 Sun, 03 May 2009 15:08:17 +0000 shana 63439@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Oh, I just had a chance to read the blog post replies and wanted to make one comment. I had a brilliant professor who once said, "We judge ourselves by our intentions and others by their actions." Sometimes we judge others harshly when we really should take the time to understand their intentions. Angie, certainly, we know your intentions and please don't let one or two negative comments stop you from what you do so well and what we all love to hear. This is certainly a global forum as evidenced by the variety of different backgrounds of those who participate. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/spoke-to-hannahc-and-road-tested-my-gladiators-sandals#post-63436 Sun, 03 May 2009 14:52:03 +0000 shana 63436@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Angie, glad to hear that you had such a great trip! I didn't get a chance to comment on your blog posts but I always enjoy your travel posts the most (well those and the ones in which you are the model!). It's fascinating to hear your perspectives on street fashions in different countries (with pictures!) - your posts are interesting, insightful, and appreciative (even when it's not "your" look). Plus they are so much more better than say the sartorialist who only takes pictures of fashionistas and not average people. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/spoke-to-hannahc-and-road-tested-my-gladiators-sandals#post-63432 Sun, 03 May 2009 14:35:42 +0000 Angie 63432@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>HannaC, Israeli designer stuff is unique and very suited to the style that’s dominant in the country. It’s not my style, but I think it’s very good. Creative, hip and trendy. Actually, I know the VIP Marketing Director of Ronen Chen. She is a long lost Israeli school friend (we were best friends in HK). We found each other on face book and reunited in Tel Aviv after 25 years. Magical. (Hope the strawberry pizza works!)</p> <p>Thanks Tam and Dashrashi. I’m not an eggs and waffles person. I love cheese and pastry. I agree that there is nothing more perfect than an Israeli breakfast!</p> <p>That concludes the blog posts on Israel. In the light of some of the comments on “Tel Aviv Street Style”, I have decided not to post further about our trip. At the end of the day, I too am only human. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/spoke-to-hannahc-and-road-tested-my-gladiators-sandals#post-63416 Sun, 03 May 2009 13:00:59 +0000 Dashrashi 63416@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>So excited to hear more about your Israel trip. And agreed on the fabulousness of Israeli dairy products. Once you start having a spread of vegetables and different cheeses for breakfast, it becomes quite a bit harder to go back to pancakes-or-waffles-or-eggs. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/spoke-to-hannahc-and-road-tested-my-gladiators-sandals#post-63355 Sat, 02 May 2009 22:41:40 +0000 yublocka 63355@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Angie I am glad you and Greg had a great break. I have loved reading about your trip!!! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/spoke-to-hannahc-and-road-tested-my-gladiators-sandals#post-63327 Sat, 02 May 2009 18:00:33 +0000 HannahC 63327@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Angie,</p> <p>I hope you will share your thought on Israeli designers on the blog! I agree, the local stuff practically screams "Israeli" and would probably be out of place anywhere else. Did you see Ronen Chen's clothes? I love his designs - a lot of knits with ruching, gathers, and folds in unexpected places.</p> <p>Israeli food is indeed sublime (beaming with pride). I have very hard time finding something to eat when I am on business trips in the US. I do love "Whole foods", though! I usually end up just buying something there for dinner. I think the only cuisine which is not great in Israel is Japanese (and it is a pity because I love sushi). I hope you had a chance to try Israeli cheesecake! It is much lighter than the US version, and it is absolutely delicious!</p> <p>I truly sympathize with you about tea. I just order loose leaf tea on the Internet (or bring 2 kilograms with me when I am in the UK ), and when we go out, I drink coffee. </p> <p>I am the same way you are with recipes! I often make something, and when people ask me about the recipe, I am saying something like "you can take a cup of this, or maybe two cups, well, just see the consistency ..." - not very helpful! But I think I got the idea (and I am drooling over the photos). I will try it next week - my daughter's friends are throwing her a surprise party for her birthday, and I am in charge of food. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/spoke-to-hannahc-and-road-tested-my-gladiators-sandals#post-62913 Wed, 29 Apr 2009 17:54:34 +0000 Angie 62913@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>It’s nice to have been missed :0). Thank you. </p> <p>I don’t know where to begin with how fabulous Israel is (my second visit there but I saw it with new adult eyes) . YLF officially kicks off Israeli week tomorrow (although we had a little introduction to its style and vibe on today’s blog post if you read the comments). Stay tuned. </p> <p>HannahC, I saw plenty of local Israeli designers and their stuff works really well for the country and its people. Funky, casual and ethnic. It’s not my style but that does not mean that I didn’t like it! I have an open style mind and it becomes clearer to me each time I travel that different looks work in different geographical locations. Variety is the spice of life right? (I’m happy your day improved after we spoke. Such rotten luck you had). </p> <p>In short:</p> <p>o Israeli food is SUBLIME. The dairy products are KILLER. I don’t eat mammals and their cuisine is very geared up to vegetarian eating. We had lots of Mediterranean platters, olives, cheese, salads, falafels, pita, minty lemon juice, frozen yoghurt and pastries. I could write an essay on this, but I’ll stop now.</p> <p>o Forget French Bakeries – Israeli bakeries are the best in the world (and I used to live in France). The Yiddish Mama knows how to bake. I have a thing for pastry and need to start my day with one virtually every morning. I try to make a point of visiting the best bakeries in the world and have covered a fair amount of ground so far. I have NEVER had pastry like that before. KILLER in every way. The savoury pasty is fabulous too. I am missing these goodies already. </p> <p>o The Dead Sea was amazing. We floated for ages and loved the desert surrounding. </p> <p>o The tea is not so fab – Israel is a coffee place and I don't drink coffee. But our friends had me sorted and managed to get a private little stash of great tea. Phew! </p> <p>Christie, I wore my Brulees with skinnies and a silky top and with dresses. They also looked good with clams. I like the look best with skinny jeans. I hope they work for you too. </p> <p>HannaC, I’m very frustrating and awful when it comes to sharing recipes. There is no recipe! It all sort of happens when I get stuck into the kitchen. I can help you out privately on email with the basics though. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/spoke-to-hannahc-and-road-tested-my-gladiators-sandals#post-62733 Tue, 28 Apr 2009 16:24:53 +0000 christie 62733@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Welcome back Angie! I can't wait to hear more about your trip. What did you wear with your shoes? I like the look, and I'm trying to figure out how to incorporate those shoes into my work-day (smart casual) wardrobe. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/spoke-to-hannahc-and-road-tested-my-gladiators-sandals#post-62677 Tue, 28 Apr 2009 07:39:00 +0000 anne 62677@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Welcome back Angie,<br /> I am looking forward to hearing news of your trip, but I hope you are resting after flights and everythingg.</p> <p>It was fun getting the blog posts at a time closer to Australian time! </p>