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YouLookFab Forum » Topic: Style Goals 2019 https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/style-goals-2019 Style Advice for Fashion Lovers en-US Sun, 19 Apr 2026 12:53:43 +0000 http://bbpress.org/?v=1.0.2 <![CDATA[Search]]> q https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/search.php Brooklyn on "Style Goals 2019" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/style-goals-2019#post-1990491 Thu, 10 Jan 2019 06:07:23 +0000 Brooklyn 1990491@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ Your list is excellent. Thank you for sharing your gorgeous style in 2018. Can’t wait to see what 2019 brings. Good luck with the black belt. cindysmith on "Style Goals 2019" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/style-goals-2019#post-1990452 Thu, 10 Jan 2019 03:37:26 +0000 cindysmith 1990452@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ It sounds like you have a good direction for the year ahead! Bijou on "Style Goals 2019" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/style-goals-2019#post-1990104 Wed, 09 Jan 2019 13:12:27 +0000 Bijou 1990104@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ Jenni - I do think having goals and a style moniker is helpful. I can try on pretty things, but if they are too pretty, then it is not strong enough and too hard edge is not pretty enough. Knowing what I don't need is probably more useful than knowing what I do need - because often I can get into the habit of buying very similar items, which is entirely wasteful. Shevia - I know exactly what you mean about reclaiming pretty! You have beautiful hair and I can see how this gives your look a very contemporary edge, so pretty items don't look too sweet when you wear them. Jaime on "Style Goals 2019" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/style-goals-2019#post-1990000 Wed, 09 Jan 2019 03:05:19 +0000 Jaime 1990000@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ The black belt letting you be pretty really resonated with me. I feel that way about grey hair (not an obvious analogy but I hope you see what I mean). Pretty needs to reclaimed from a position of strength.  Anyway, your list is excellent, and inspiring, and I look forward to seeing you actualize it this year.  Jenni NZ on "Style Goals 2019" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/style-goals-2019#post-1989968 Wed, 09 Jan 2019 00:43:28 +0000 Jenni NZ 1989968@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ I am late to your list. I like what you borrowed from Texstyle. I think I buy more than 4 that spark joy! I don't write goals, but my main one was to reduce the size and that includes the holding zone. 42 out from March-Dec 31 but 29 in for 2018. So only a little smaller, need to do more especially some old precious items that are still in holding zone. You are funny about what you like and don't like about your job! Having 2 jobs is quite good for that :) Your list is great. Maybe I should try. Bijou on "Style Goals 2019" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/style-goals-2019#post-1989959 Wed, 09 Jan 2019 00:03:55 +0000 Bijou 1989959@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ Anne - thanks, I found this exercise much easier this year than in 2018, the first year that I set goals. Practice makes perfect. ElizabethP - I would encourage you to do a list, I found my goal setting for 2018 was useful, hence the update this year. Barbara Diane - yes - the most stylish version of practical is such a good goal - because at the end of the day, that is what we end up wearing most. Suz - at least you are mainly there with tracking, it is a whole new concept for me. Fashintern - yes I am an accountant and love solving conceptual accounting issues, recording and reconciling things is not my forte. Taylor - you ROCK your heels, so #3 is not for you! My problem is I love the look of heels but can't wear them all day, so I should only buy what I will wear. Canada - well I love that suit so much, that it has become the new benchmark of what I want to purchase going forward. Canada on "Style Goals 2019" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/style-goals-2019#post-1989938 Tue, 08 Jan 2019 22:32:29 +0000 Canada 1989938@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ Good goals. As long as they don't stop you from buying another suit similar to the apricot find. taylor on "Style Goals 2019" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/style-goals-2019#post-1989933 Tue, 08 Jan 2019 21:57:13 +0000 taylor 1989933@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ BRILLIANT! I’m going to follow everyone of these style goals ! Except #3, I’m not there yet but I’m close :) Thank you for always being a lovely inspiration! Stagiaire Fash on "Style Goals 2019" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/style-goals-2019#post-1989932 Tue, 08 Jan 2019 21:55:11 +0000 Stagiaire Fash 1989932@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ This is a great list. I love how you strive at practicality (no more formal wear unless you have an audience with royalty; no towering heels) while making space for deliciousness (something crazy good every quarter, the most fashionable version of practicality) and for being playful. I'm with you on no fussy clothing, wearing it now, and wanting to frequent local makers. Had to giggle though at "hate measuring things". Aren't you an accountant? Suz on "Style Goals 2019" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/style-goals-2019#post-1989926 Tue, 08 Jan 2019 21:11:17 +0000 Suz 1989926@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ This is a fabulous list of goals, Bijou! Thank you! I love the idea of 4 items that "spark joy" -- this is brilliant! I may just have to borrow that, and the tracking purchases goal. I do track what I buy but never write down the price at the time, so while I see my overall expenditures (in my Visa bill) and know more or less how close to budget I am, I can't really compare one year to the next and, well, I think I can just deny the sales tax! ;)  Barbara Diane on "Style Goals 2019" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/style-goals-2019#post-1989868 Tue, 08 Jan 2019 17:42:51 +0000 Barbara Diane 1989868@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ I’m pondering the most stylish version of practical. Glad you stole it, as I had missed it. I love my comfy clothing but yearn for more stylish versions. Elizabeth P on "Style Goals 2019" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/style-goals-2019#post-1989833 Tue, 08 Jan 2019 15:19:39 +0000 Elizabeth P 1989833@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <div>What a fabulous list!</div><div>This is almost motivating me to make one, that's how relatable it is.  </div> anne on "Style Goals 2019" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/style-goals-2019#post-1989820 Tue, 08 Jan 2019 14:09:26 +0000 anne 1989820@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ Go Bijou - an inspiring read!  Bijou on "Style Goals 2019" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/style-goals-2019#post-1989789 Tue, 08 Jan 2019 12:09:49 +0000 Bijou 1989789@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ Torontogirl - Yes - we have Texstyle to thank for the most stylish version of practical and it is a very good goal for me too. Smittie - I find it very inspiring at how many forum members are also sporty.  Windchime - I seriously hope I can get myself to black belt level. It is definitely a goal that I want to achieve. LisaP - in relation to the budget, I have set a budget for the entire year and have given myself a bonus allowance IF I stay below my budget. I know I often need incentives, so I think this may be the way to keep myself on track. Time will tell! In relation to the wildcard items, I had this goal for 2018 and it worked a charm, allowing me to buy some of my favourite purchases of 2018 (in Finds). The velvet coat in Finds is not my dog walking velvet coat! Glory - using my cherished items more often is the most radical goal of 2019 for me. Definitely will be something that I need to be mindful of as I can easily revert back to bad habits. Angie - it is gorgeous that you wear velvet pants and pearls walking Sam. You must wow your neighbours on your dog walks. Karen13 - we post these lists to help each other! Suntiger - the key to remembering a kata is practice until it becomes muscle memory. I love katas the most, you have to be in a meditative state to really master them and not over think it. So whilst physically challenging they are also mentally relaxing. Anonymous on "Style Goals 2019" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/style-goals-2019#post-1989586 Mon, 07 Jan 2019 20:10:23 +0000 Anonymous 1989586@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ Congrats on the to-be black belt! What's your secret for remembering long katas? And I'm going to borrow the "most stylish version of practical" too karen13 on "Style Goals 2019" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/style-goals-2019#post-1989540 Mon, 07 Jan 2019 17:45:03 +0000 karen13 1989540@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ Wonderful list that I will likely steal from. Thanks for sharing! I too need to engrave “the most stylish version of practical” on my wallet to guide my shopping! Angie on "Style Goals 2019" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/style-goals-2019#post-1989537 Mon, 07 Jan 2019 17:39:53 +0000 Angie 1989537@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ AND, you have never looked better Angie on "Style Goals 2019" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/style-goals-2019#post-1989528 Mon, 07 Jan 2019 17:26:32 +0000 Angie 1989528@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ Btw, I wear velvet pants and pearls to walk Sam. I don't think it's impractical.  Angie on "Style Goals 2019" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/style-goals-2019#post-1989526 Mon, 07 Jan 2019 17:25:08 +0000 Angie 1989526@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ *APPLAUSE* I'm impressed - with this, your style, and your black belt :) Bijou, you are SOOO GOOD AT THIS. Self Aware, focused, funny and practical. Well done. I have confidence you will reach every goal and then some.  You achieve Polished, Feminine and Playful in your style by a billion percent.  Glory on "Style Goals 2019" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/style-goals-2019#post-1989498 Mon, 07 Jan 2019 15:33:21 +0000 Glory 1989498@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ Such wonderfully well thought out goals! I love the goals of using your cherished items more frequently. Anonymous on "Style Goals 2019" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/style-goals-2019#post-1989483 Mon, 07 Jan 2019 14:21:56 +0000 Anonymous 1989483@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ This is best list yet!  If I were to sit down and establish some goals for this year - which I'm not sure I'll do - many of yours would be represented on my list. What struck me most was #6 - permission to buy 4 joyful, fun items a year.  I love this!  Rather than fretting about pieces you find that aren't necessarily "on the list' or practical, being able to allow yourself to buy one really great thing without guilt is a great idea. I'm most definitely adopting this one.  The trick will be to set some sort of $ parameter here.  I'm also going to try to stick to tracking my purchases too - for those same reasons . With regards to the rest of your list - it sounds like you are well set for the new year!  Good luck with that black belt, too.  Windchime on "Style Goals 2019" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/style-goals-2019#post-1989481 Mon, 07 Jan 2019 14:12:37 +0000 Windchime 1989481@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ I enjoyed reading this. Great idea to let yourself buy a few items simply because they “spark joy”. Sounds like Angie’s “wild cards”. Also, congrats in advance on achieving your black belt level this year. Anonymous on "Style Goals 2019" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/style-goals-2019#post-1989479 Mon, 07 Jan 2019 14:06:45 +0000 Anonymous 1989479@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ 4 impractical things, 1 per season. Haha! Yes, good to put that clause in there. I would buy four things in January too. I also identify with your martial arts comment. I do sports and lift weights and I feel at ease being ultra feminine in other areas of my life. Helena on "Style Goals 2019" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/style-goals-2019#post-1989476 Mon, 07 Jan 2019 13:48:20 +0000 Helena 1989476@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ Bijou, what a great list ... I might have to pilfer a few too! Love "most stylish version of what's practical" in particular ... as well as your notes about fit and comfort ... I just can't abide anything I need to tug at or adjust anymore! Looking forward to seeing how these goals come to life this year! Bijou on "Style Goals 2019" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/style-goals-2019#post-1989449 Mon, 07 Jan 2019 11:04:07 +0000 Bijou 1989449@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ Sal - yes SNAP! I just read your goals and we are totally on the same page. Rachy - my karate school is sports oriented. I have been properly kicked and punched a few times (we mainly pull our punches and with the kicks, you score if you lightly tap someone so full force kicks are not required to win). I must say, I hope to never be in a fight because proper punches and kicks hurt.  rachylou on "Style Goals 2019" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/style-goals-2019#post-1989431 Mon, 07 Jan 2019 10:00:43 +0000 rachylou 1989431@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ Excellent goals. I feel they’re ones that will yield a lot of satisfaction. On a tangent... my mum had this guru who told me this story about how he got beat up all the time, was always getting into fights when he was young. A kinda scrawny geeky guy. He took up martial arts so he could win. So then he goes out expecting, waiting for someone to come at him... and no one picks a fight with him. Not ever again... Sal on "Style Goals 2019" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/style-goals-2019#post-1989425 Mon, 07 Jan 2019 09:51:12 +0000 Sal 1989425@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ We must have been typing away at the same time. Love your post and your goals and would like to steal some.  They all resonate with me - especially 3-9. Your style is fantastic Bijou and I love your confident happy pretty powerful looks. Bijou on "Style Goals 2019" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/style-goals-2019#post-1989416 Mon, 07 Jan 2019 08:41:21 +0000 Bijou 1989416@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ I set my style goals in 2018 and it HELPED so very much. Angie suggested Powerful Pretty as my style descriptor. I like achieving a balance between these two. I do enjoy some hard edge elements to my style, to balance out the pretty and playful aspects. I want to retain my three style descriptors from 2018: Polished - I feel my best when well dressed and with my hair and make up done, so I can (and do) wear distressed jeans, but just dressed up with a lace top and heels. Feminine - I work in a male dominated field and like to counterbalance the fact that the leadership team is predominantly male. Interestingly, the better I get at martial arts (I am training for my black belt in karate, a personal goal to achieve in 2019), the more comfortable I am in embracing a more feminine style. Playful - I enjoy a fun or quirky element or happy colours. Wardrobe Goals 1. Be practical - only buy what is fit for purpose and don't try to shoe-horn something that I love into meeting a practical need. I have been known to wear a velvet coat out dog walking.... Texstyle said to "buy the most stylish version of practical" and this is a perfect goal for me too. 2. Do a comprehensive wardrobe edit every 6 months ahead of the season. That way, the charity shop will have a good chance of selling the items in season. 3. New footwear must have a heel height of 7cm or less. Any higher and whilst I think I will wear them, history has proved that I do not. Use the heels I currently have for more formal occasions and make sure all heels purchased are work appropriate and can be worn all day.  4. No more special occasion clothing. I have this capsule sorted. Unless I get invited to visit the Queen (or even more fun, the YLF ball), I can make do with what I have.  5. Focus on quality and fit. This is key, if something does not fit quite right I feel out of sorts all day. I need clothing that makes me feel confident and polished, so fussy clothing is not for me. 6. I have permission to buy 4 items that may not be super practical, but spark joy. One per season, not four in January. 7. Be on Team Wear - enjoy and wear the beautiful bag given to me by my husband at least twice a week and use the good crystal, china and linen. 8. Never say Never... style evolution is to be embraced. 9. Be mindful of purchases and try to buy local and ethically, either local boutiques that are struggling to survive or local designers.  10. Track my purchases for 2019 - Set a budget and track clothing expenditure. As much as I hate measuring things, I know that I want to be mindful of my purchases, this will keep me honest.