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YouLookFab Forum » Topic: Style Direction 2017 https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/style-direction-2017 Style Advice for Fashion Lovers en-US Wed, 22 Apr 2026 15:35:53 +0000 http://bbpress.org/?v=1.0.2 <![CDATA[Search]]> q https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/search.php Style Fan on "Style Direction 2017" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/style-direction-2017#post-1774479 Sat, 04 Feb 2017 20:59:23 +0000 Style Fan 1774479@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ Bijou I know how much fun trends are.  They can liven up an outfit.  I rarely have a chance to wear them now that I am retired.  I also wonder if the emphasis on long oversized tops for the past few years moved me away from what was in style.  That look does not work for me.  I always think you look very fab in your WIWs. Thank you Cheryl.  Putting the words down was quite the struggle. I am sorry Amanda but I don't know what you mean. cheryl on "Style Direction 2017" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/style-direction-2017#post-1774336 Sat, 04 Feb 2017 15:07:30 +0000 cheryl 1774336@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ Fantastic direction and style. You always look wonderful and I love how you have put into words the focus of your direction. Great read. Thanks for sharing your thoughts. Amanda on "Style Direction 2017" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/style-direction-2017#post-1774219 Sat, 04 Feb 2017 07:30:40 +0000 Amanda 1774219@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ I thought dress on 2017 would be longer but it turned out to be shorter. Bijou on "Style Direction 2017" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/style-direction-2017#post-1774213 Sat, 04 Feb 2017 07:14:36 +0000 Bijou 1774213@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ Thank you for being such a great inspiration - where you are at in your style journey is my ultimate goal. I know at the moment I get too diverted by trends. I am hoping to get more focus. One thing that I love most about your style is that when I see photos of you I can't really tell if you bought the item yesterday or 5 years ago - it always looks current and yet timeless at the same time. I really hope that Smythe make that blazer for you, it would be the perfect addition to your well curated wardrobe. Style Fan on "Style Direction 2017" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/style-direction-2017#post-1773963 Fri, 03 Feb 2017 18:08:01 +0000 Style Fan 1773963@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ Thank you so much everyone.  Your feedback means so much to me.  I feel like I am on the right track.  Getting my thoughts on paper (and then on the computer) is an ordeal so it is lovely to have positive comments coming back to me. AM I am glad you are back.  I totally understand when someone leaves or takes a break.  Thank you for your thoughtful contributions.  Firecracker I enjoy your WIWs so much.  I think we have similar taste in clothing.  We might even have a few of the same pieces. Yes Shevia it is a great jacket.  I have been stalking it for a few years.  Kate Middleton has it in navy.  I wonder if that is why it is called The Duchess. Thank you Penny.  Fashion is an exciting journey. Janet I am flattered that you would follow my template.  You have such a great sense of style.  You are the Queen of Accessories. Thank you Brooklyn.  It has been mostly intuitive or organic up till now. You are right Sally.  Keeping fresh while maintaining the same style is a challenge. I agree Approprio.  We have different looks but our underlying themes are very similar.  The quote does bring tears to my eyes too. Great Unfrumped.  I hope you will share your results. Robin I wear cardigans in the winter now that I am retired.  I need that cuddle factor in the cold.  RobinF on "Style Direction 2017" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/style-direction-2017#post-1773895 Fri, 03 Feb 2017 14:29:57 +0000 RobinF 1773895@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ This is really great and helps me to think more clearly about my own direction. I love the RATE description, I think I lean that way also. Also agree with the third piece. I have always leaned toward cardigans as that piece but since joining here I have been experimenting with different jackets instead, although in the winter I definitely lean more to cardis again for the comfort. unfrumped on "Style Direction 2017" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/style-direction-2017#post-1773868 Fri, 03 Feb 2017 12:44:44 +0000 unfrumped 1773868@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ Wow, this is so focused yet relaxed so it's inspiring without creating a frantic sense of needing to fix everything. I think I might be able to follow the "template" as Joy says. approprio on "Style Direction 2017" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/style-direction-2017#post-1773823 Fri, 03 Feb 2017 09:00:57 +0000 approprio 1773823@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ I love this. Once again, I find your style resonating with me even though we look very different. I am 100% on board with your statements on Sustainability and RATE style. Angie's empowering quote made me tear up a little. Sal on "Style Direction 2017" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/style-direction-2017#post-1773819 Fri, 03 Feb 2017 07:38:14 +0000 Sal 1773819@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ I love reading these posts, well done. While I would have said that you have a clear sense of your style and how to dress an evaluation and a tweak can be the difference between being stale and being fresh!! Brooklyn on "Style Direction 2017" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/style-direction-2017#post-1773818 Fri, 03 Feb 2017 07:23:45 +0000 Brooklyn 1773818@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ I agree with AM. From what I have seen you are very successfully achieving your style direction. Congrats! Janet on "Style Direction 2017" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/style-direction-2017#post-1773793 Fri, 03 Feb 2017 04:45:00 +0000 Janet 1773793@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ This is a really organized and well-considered analysis. Now that I've been living with my thinned out closet for a few weeks and haven't shopped (until today, when I ordered a couple of things to try on), I would like to follow your template, as Joy has done. Bookmarking. Thank you! Penny on "Style Direction 2017" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/style-direction-2017#post-1773790 Fri, 03 Feb 2017 04:32:24 +0000 Penny 1773790@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ Looks like you have a terrific sense of yourself and your style - very impressive. Best of luck continuing in your style direction. Jaime on "Style Direction 2017" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/style-direction-2017#post-1773762 Fri, 03 Feb 2017 03:02:13 +0000 Jaime 1773762@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ Very inspiring and I love that jacket! Firecracker (Sharan) on "Style Direction 2017" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/style-direction-2017#post-1773744 Fri, 03 Feb 2017 01:51:53 +0000 Firecracker (Sharan) 1773744@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ What a good read, StyleFan. I like your "simplicity with a story" direction. It seems a very apt description of your style, and it's a look I really admire and find so appealing! AM on "Style Direction 2017" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/style-direction-2017#post-1773740 Fri, 03 Feb 2017 01:47:06 +0000 AM 1773740@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ It's been a while since I've been on YLF but I must say that this post is spot on at describing some of the associations that I had about your style. I would say that you are successfully achieving much of your style direction in your presentation. Style Fan on "Style Direction 2017" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/style-direction-2017#post-1773730 Fri, 03 Feb 2017 01:21:36 +0000 Style Fan 1773730@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ Thank you everyone.  Your feedback is very encouraging.  I have spent the last few years working on my style.  Not that I changed it but that I put it into words. Cynthia you are right about the introspection.  Very perceptive of you.    Rachy I found thinking in terms of direction very freeing.  I felt hemmed down by the word goals.  Joy I like what you have written.  I could add some of yours to mine. Thank you Lisap.  I tried to write Style Goals many times but I always came up blank.  Direction worked for me. Thank you Angie.  Yes that is exactly it.  Style needs to reflect who I am.  It may not be that way for everyone but it is for me. Thank you Caro.  Yes it is a great quote. Smittie I am hoping to find that Smythe blazer soon.  I have been looking for a long time.  I want a Spring/Summer one.  Just the thing for wearing in Montreal.  (We may move there.) Anonymous on "Style Direction 2017" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/style-direction-2017#post-1773704 Thu, 02 Feb 2017 23:57:40 +0000 Anonymous 1773704@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ I am with you on 5: "I am neat but not pristine". Fingers crossed for the perfect Smythe jacket in earth tones for you in 2017 Caro in Oz on "Style Direction 2017" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/style-direction-2017#post-1773694 Thu, 02 Feb 2017 23:02:58 +0000 Caro in Oz 1773694@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ Great post & I love the quote from Angie. I also love that you sound so at ease with your process :)  Angie on "Style Direction 2017" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/style-direction-2017#post-1773692 Thu, 02 Feb 2017 22:54:41 +0000 Angie 1773692@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ Re-read your story Style Fan, and am impressed at how in tune with yourself you are. You are a testament of how style starts from the inside out. AUTHENTIC, and therefore easy to manage. Nicely done.  Anonymous on "Style Direction 2017" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/style-direction-2017#post-1773688 Thu, 02 Feb 2017 22:46:21 +0000 Anonymous 1773688@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ Thanks for posting your version of this exercise. You've made it incredibly simple and concise by using the word "direction" instead of "goals".  Direction implies fluidity and an ability to change or "redirect" if you choose to. I like your comments  about how you buy well-made pieces that are interesting and not necessarily trendy, and how you use your accessories to tell a story. That's true , confident style. Anonymous on "Style Direction 2017" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/style-direction-2017#post-1773685 Thu, 02 Feb 2017 22:35:34 +0000 Anonymous 1773685@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ Style Fan, thank you for this well thought out post.  I am using your template to put down my own thoughts.  I love the term "Style Direction" as it seems to leave space for some experimentation and divergence from goals while still moving forward with a plan. My Style Goals/Direction for 2017 1. Sustainability:  I also tend to keep pieces for years as long as they fit.  I want to buy in a way that could encourage quality and practices that are good for humanity and the environment. If I want to experiment on the cheap, I will try to do that first by altering what I have and by shopping second hand venues. 2. Colour Palette I want to move away from black to more light neutrals, This also means being more careful about colors in prints.  One's color pallet will change over time.  I used to be autumn colors but few are flattering now. 3. Silhouette I am always experimenting and like a variety of silhouettes to choose from. 4.Creative and Arty I still need to dress casually with what I hope is some elegance, but would like to move in the direction of more statement pieces and accessories to add a bit of drama.  Most women I see do this with big and bold items that I am too small and a bit too delicate to wear successfully.  Getting a balance is harder than I thought it would be. 5. Elegance:  I would like to move in the direction of having more polish 6. Third Piece I also like a third piece but find it a challenge during hot weather when even jewelry is too hot to wear.  I've started collecting open weave toppers or those that stand or float away from the skin for those times.  I usually base an outfit on a column of a neutral, adding the third piece for contrast of color or for texture in a similar color.. rachylou on "Style Direction 2017" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/style-direction-2017#post-1773671 Thu, 02 Feb 2017 22:04:56 +0000 rachylou 1773671@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ This is great. I'm inspired to think about direction now, as opposed to just individual pieces I'd like to add or subtract. cindysmith on "Style Direction 2017" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/style-direction-2017#post-1773667 Thu, 02 Feb 2017 22:00:19 +0000 cindysmith 1773667@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ This is nice, and well said. It's a lot more introspective than I've managed to get, and I admire that Style Fan on "Style Direction 2017" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/style-direction-2017#post-1773658 Thu, 02 Feb 2017 21:30:01 +0000 Style Fan 1773658@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ Thank you everyone!  Angie I could have quoted much more but that would have been an a very long post.  I am in Florida and our internet is not great.  I will come back and post again. Anonymous on "Style Direction 2017" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/style-direction-2017#post-1773647 Thu, 02 Feb 2017 20:32:56 +0000 Anonymous 1773647@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ I'm so excited to read this;  I'll have to come back later this evening to really absorb what you say.   harmonica on "Style Direction 2017" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/style-direction-2017#post-1773644 Thu, 02 Feb 2017 20:25:41 +0000 harmonica 1773644@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ These are beautiful guidelines for your style journey! You really state it clear and simple. I enjoyed reading it and I'm impressed. Angie on "Style Direction 2017" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/style-direction-2017#post-1773640 Thu, 02 Feb 2017 20:06:05 +0000 Angie 1773640@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ I have to run, but wanted to quickly chime in that I love this, Style Fan. It makes my toes tingle. These are excellent goals and direction, and I'm proud of you for focusing and doing some soul searching. Well done.  (And I'm blushing for being quoted).  Style Fan on "Style Direction 2017" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/style-direction-2017#post-1773637 Thu, 02 Feb 2017 20:02:15 +0000 Style Fan 1773637@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ Style direction seems more appropriate than style goals.  I am not making any big changes to my style at this point in my journey.  I find journaling and making goals gives me clarity.  I have been reading through some of Angie's old blog posts and one really made me realize why fashion is so important to me.  I want how I dress to reflect who I am.   Angie quoted this in her blog (May 16, 2008) from an article. "Style is a life-affirming expression of your character and spirit, a conviction that you are worth knowing, worth looking at and can present yourself well."   My Style Goals/Direction for 2017 1.  Sustainability  I completed a wardrobe audit in the fall.  It was noted by forum members that I keep my clothing for a long time.  This is important to me.  I buy good quality clothing that is interesting but not trendy.  I plan to continue doing this.  I also try to buy clothing that is ethically made.  I would like to do more of this. 2.  Colour Palette  I have always worn Autumn colours and plan to continue to do this.  3.  Silhouette  I experimented with the long over lean look but I prefer the cropped or shorter top over higher rise jeans.  I plan to focus on the later. 4.  Simplicity with a Story  My wardrobe tends to be simple and my accessories are the statements.  I like jewellery and leather goods from craft shows and Artisans.  I collect Amber and stones from the earth.  My scarves are often paisley.  I have tried and true favourites.  When I put my accessories together I think of it as telling a story.  5.  RATE  I am neat but not pristine. A small hole in my cashmere sweater does not bother me.  That is character.  I like my jeans destroyed and the hems undone.  6.  Third Piece  I like toppers or the third piece.  Favourite outfit starts with jeans, nice T and then add a nice third piece.  Continue on with the addition of accessories and I am happy.  I plan to look for some toppers this year.  Smythe please make the Duchess blazer in an earth tone.  Thank you.  Find 1 Thank you for reading.  All feedback and comments are welcome.