https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/style-review-2018 Style Advice for Fashion Lovers en-US Wed, 22 Apr 2026 19:55:38 +0000 http://bbpress.org/?v=1.0.2 q https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/search.php https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/style-review-2018#post-1987925 Wed, 02 Jan 2019 17:02:35 +0000 Sara L. 1987925@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Your style is consistently great and I always look forward to your WIW posts.&nbsp; "Happy Tomboy" is the perfect description! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/style-review-2018#post-1987770 Wed, 02 Jan 2019 03:43:26 +0000 jussie 1987770@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>You look great. I have a number of favorites here. Happy new year to you :). Also it goes to show no need for a large wardrobe to put together stylish looks.... </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/style-review-2018#post-1987757 Wed, 02 Jan 2019 03:03:02 +0000 Jaime 1987757@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>You describe your style so well I can almost picture the outfits before I see the pictures. Love your growing out hair and already peeked at your inspiration board, since we share some of the same hair qualities. You are fabulous! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/style-review-2018#post-1987755 Wed, 02 Jan 2019 02:58:20 +0000 Anonymous 1987755@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>You had a full year of big changes but you did a fabulous job with the transition, probably because you thought about it and planned for it.<br /> May you have a smooth ride though 2019. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/style-review-2018#post-1987746 Wed, 02 Jan 2019 02:29:42 +0000 cindysmith 1987746@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>You are KILLING those white pants!</p> <p>And while you look great in all the outfits, I'm in love with the last 2 &lt;3 </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/style-review-2018#post-1987734 Wed, 02 Jan 2019 02:01:52 +0000 Angie 1987734@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>(You are SOOO STINKING CUTE IN THAT RED BERET...)</p> <p><b>RunCarla</b>, you transitioned beautifully into retired life both in style and mind<i>.</i><b>&nbsp;</b>This is sooo well thought out, actioned,&nbsp;organized, and with a good bit of emotion too.<b>&nbsp;</b><i>I'm impressed.&nbsp;</i><b><i></i></b>You have never looked better. A gorgeous Happy Tomboy.&nbsp;</p> <p>And go Team White Jeans.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/style-review-2018#post-1987687 Wed, 02 Jan 2019 00:29:53 +0000 madeline 1987687@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>You look so beautiful in RED! More, more! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/style-review-2018#post-1987646 Tue, 01 Jan 2019 22:21:41 +0000 karen13 1987646@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>You look great - the white jeans (and the high contrast style in general) suit you to a t. I am noticing how well your shoes ground your outfits - and taking notes. I so enjoy seeing everyone post their favorites - great way to learn and thank you for sharing. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/style-review-2018#post-1987612 Tue, 01 Jan 2019 20:41:05 +0000 Jane 1987612@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I am another one who admires your tight closet. I love 5. Well done with the transition to retirement.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/style-review-2018#post-1987577 Tue, 01 Jan 2019 19:18:02 +0000 Sal 1987577@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>You have a great consistent style Carla - I admire your tight closet that works so well for you. Lots of interest but still true to yourself. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/style-review-2018#post-1987566 Tue, 01 Jan 2019 18:51:16 +0000 deb 1987566@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Ah, retirement! Isn't it interesting how our clothing can have such negative vibes? It is good you purged those and now have a closet of happy. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/style-review-2018#post-1987552 Tue, 01 Jan 2019 18:16:44 +0000 Gaylene 1987552@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I’d say you shifted into retirement with great style, Carla. I love your interpretations of Happy Tomboy in these pictures and am now inspired to make more use of my white jeans in 2019! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/style-review-2018#post-1987544 Tue, 01 Jan 2019 18:06:29 +0000 JAileen 1987544@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I’ve loved how you’ve styled your retirement. I always love your outfits. My husband will be retiring soon and I wonder how my style will be affected. Happy New Year, Carla! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/style-review-2018#post-1987537 Tue, 01 Jan 2019 17:59:40 +0000 Suz 1987537@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>This transition to retirement seems really to have helped you clarify and focus in a powerful way. And you've used it to terrific advantage. You've never looked better, Carla. Wishing you the best for the year ahead.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/style-review-2018#post-1987511 Tue, 01 Jan 2019 17:20:24 +0000 Janet 1987511@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>It sure seems like you've landed in a great place for your style -- casual and polished and you seem perfectly comfortable in it! What a great place to be in to start a new year.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/style-review-2018#post-1987504 Tue, 01 Jan 2019 17:06:01 +0000 nemosmom 1987504@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Congratulations on handling such a major change so gracefully. Your favorite WIW project an air of confidence and fit your "Happy Tomboy" moniker. Wishing you a healthier 2019! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/style-review-2018#post-1987484 Tue, 01 Jan 2019 16:30:59 +0000 catherine 1987484@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Really great reflections on the life changes. Your wardrobe suits you perfectly. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/style-review-2018#post-1987480 Tue, 01 Jan 2019 16:21:00 +0000 Lynn 1987480@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Happy New Year, Happy Tomboy :)<br />Transitioning to a retirement wardrobe is quite a challenge and it sounds like you have mastered it. I am still pondering mine 4 years later.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/style-review-2018#post-1987477 Tue, 01 Jan 2019 16:14:06 +0000 Cardiff girl 1987477@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>You sound like you ve sussed your new life style wise and are happy in the place that you find yourself,this all sounds like wisdom to me and the foundation for a long and happy retirement.Happy New Year to you! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/style-review-2018#post-1987435 Tue, 01 Jan 2019 14:19:18 +0000 kkards 1987435@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>good for you for recognizing the impact of negativity on you and your health and for doing what you can to reduce it...</p> <p>it's interesting looking at your self culled bests..5, ie half, have white jeans...and 4 out of 5 look to have Cons...clearly you have found a formula for what makes you happy!</p> <p>looking foward to what 2019 brings and following your fashion evolution </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/style-review-2018#post-1987423 Tue, 01 Jan 2019 13:12:53 +0000 Style Fan 1987423@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Your style looks well defined and perfect for your lifestyle.&nbsp; I like your new hair and your new makeup routine is lovely.&nbsp; I hope you get some help with your skin concerns.&nbsp; I can certainly relate to the feeling of emotional burnout.&nbsp; I went through that in my work.&nbsp; It was physical and emotional exhaustion. &nbsp;<br />Happy Tomboy is a great moniker for you.&nbsp; Looking forward to seeing what 2019 brings. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/style-review-2018#post-1987417 Tue, 01 Jan 2019 12:46:44 +0000 Anonymous 1987417@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Happy tomboy sounds perfect-with your red, floral bag, and silver sneakers! I saw you put the new Pantone colors in your Pinboard Which are you thinking of for 2019? Hair #1 is my favorite for you, but seems shorter than yours. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/style-review-2018#post-1987410 Tue, 01 Jan 2019 11:59:31 +0000 Mainelady 1987410@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>2018 was a big year for you! You had many changes and transitions. You made some important decisions and identified what you wanted and needed (including saying goodbye to things that no longer fit your new life). I am sure that the changes were not always easy ones, but from where I sit, you accepted the changes and challenges with grace and ease. You look amazing! Your style is clearly defined and it makes you shine! Well done, Runcarla! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/style-review-2018#post-1987381 Tue, 01 Jan 2019 08:02:08 +0000 Jessikams 1987381@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Retirement must have been a huge change in terms of lifestyle and daily dressing needs. Yet your style looks great, really well defined. Your “fancy” capsule is an inspiration to many forum members, I think, but your casual wear is also very cohesive. Perhaps this is the value of a good style moniker— know thyself! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/style-review-2018#post-1987370 Tue, 01 Jan 2019 05:36:35 +0000 Carla 1987370@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Time to write down a style statement, since like most goal setting, if you write it down, it is more of a commitment then just an idea floating around! Here are some thoughts on my adventures in style for 2018.</p> <p>9 months ago I left the world of paid work behind after more than 40 years, and retired. Part of the transition was processing emotional burnout, and I believe I tagged my work clothes with the negative vibes. Furthermore, a health concern increased my intolerance for negativity in my life. From any source. So, in the spring I bagged work stuff I knew wouldn't transition to my new casual lifestyle or earn a spot in a specialty capsule, and during the October closet clear out I got rid of some more work clothes, and any other items that just didn't make me happy.</p> <p>So, my collection of clothes is quite modest at the moment, but I LOVE everything in my closet. There is plenty with which to get dressed for the life I lead, and enough variety that I can dress appropriately, and authentically for any occaision that might occur without having to jaunt off to the shops. </p> <p>My style is classic, sporty, and tomboy. Angie identified me as a 'Happy Tomboy' and I'm keeping that moniker! My favourite silhouette is a straight leg cropped ankle pant, a knit top, and sneakers. I like a light topper that is either cropped like a jean jacket or bomber, or mid thigh, like a trench or 3/4 coat. However, I do mix things up with button down tops and longer/fuller bottoms and sometimes even a skirt or dress.</p> <p>My palette is neutral heavy (blue, black, grey, white) with pops of silver and red, and traces of wine, olive, and pink. I like mix and match/capsule dressing.</p> <p>I have paid attention to self care and grooming - growing my hair, doing more with make-up, and I am now under a dermatologist's care for treatment of Rosecea.</p> <p>Going forward I will need to replace some denim, add a topper or two, and build up my high summer capsule. I would like a great pair of sandals, white shorts, and a couple of breezy sundresses. I will let my hair grow a little longer, and continue to learn about skin care and make-up.</p> <p>Link to Pinterest hair inspo board<br /> <a href="https://pin.it/33p3n4zjc5i4mi" rel="nofollow">https://pin.it/33p3n4zjc5i4mi</a></p> <p>Link to Pinterest style inspo board<br /> <a href="https://pin.it/a5ouuktohgfs6c" rel="nofollow">https://pin.it/a5ouuktohgfs6c</a></p> <p>Below are some of my favourite WIW from 2018.</p> <p>Suggestions, comments, ideas welcomed! </p>