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YouLookFab Forum » Topic: The story behind these boots or WIW because... https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/the-story-behind-these-boots-or-wiw-because Style Advice for Fashion Lovers en-US Wed, 15 Apr 2026 09:26:45 +0000 http://bbpress.org/?v=1.0.2 <![CDATA[Search]]> q https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/search.php Karie on "The story behind these boots or WIW because..." https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/the-story-behind-these-boots-or-wiw-because#post-1121187 Tue, 24 Dec 2013 01:24:10 +0000 Karie 1121187@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ Great story, Lisa! Bj111 - an electric blanket, I love it! Now I don't feel so bad - one of the gifts I'm giving DH is an orthopedic pillow. As for the cabin, all in good time, all in good time bj1111 on "The story behind these boots or WIW because..." https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/the-story-behind-these-boots-or-wiw-because#post-1121183 Tue, 24 Dec 2013 01:14:02 +0000 bj1111 1121183@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ so, did you get the cabin to go with the boots?   i do love the plaid in this outfit.  stylishly cozy.   my xmas present from hubs this year is an electric blanket.  i will wear this sucker every night this winter.  it even matches our sheets! Lisa on "The story behind these boots or WIW because..." https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/the-story-behind-these-boots-or-wiw-because#post-1120952 Mon, 23 Dec 2013 20:40:56 +0000 Lisa 1120952@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ What a great story, it makes the boots even more special.  I have a Hermes pocket square that I never wear.  I don't wear anything with pockets to tuck into it.  And it doesn't stay when I've tried wearing it as: a bracelet, tied around the neck, a ponytail holder, as a headband or on my handbag strap.  It was an impulse purchase in a rush back home from a trip from Europe with DH.  We both thought it was a bit longer than it is, and everytime I see it, I remember how we raced through Heathrow airport, stopped in the store in a tizzy, and barely caught our flight home. Beth Ann on "The story behind these boots or WIW because..." https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/the-story-behind-these-boots-or-wiw-because#post-1120538 Mon, 23 Dec 2013 04:18:46 +0000 Beth Ann 1120538@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ Love the story behind your boots!  Truly, downtown Chicago was a sea of Uggs and black North Face coats this week!  You've styled your cozy boots with real panache.  Receiving a gift with grace is truly fab! Karie on "The story behind these boots or WIW because..." https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/the-story-behind-these-boots-or-wiw-because#post-1120346 Sun, 22 Dec 2013 21:18:42 +0000 Karie 1120346@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ Mo, that dress is gorgeous, and what a lovely story behind it. Beautiful photos, too! Mo on "The story behind these boots or WIW because..." https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/the-story-behind-these-boots-or-wiw-because#post-1120272 Sun, 22 Dec 2013 18:49:53 +0000 Mo 1120272@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ Aw, they're cute in that cuddly snow bunny way!  Good girl   I have my pink dress that BF helped me pick out in Seattle for my 40th b-day.  I tried on an emerald satin Calvin Klein sheath at Ross but I guess he sees me as more of his princess.  I wore it one other time, in New Orleans on Valentine's Day when I'd sprained my ankle after a half marathon.  He carried me up to the roof deck by the pool where he'd ordered in dinner from GW Finn's.  So, although the dress seems very 'prom' to me, I can't help but love the thought behind it.   karymk on "The story behind these boots or WIW because..." https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/the-story-behind-these-boots-or-wiw-because#post-1120260 Sun, 22 Dec 2013 18:41:59 +0000 karymk 1120260@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ That is so sweet! I like the look, possibly even the Frankenpaws, which normally I don't go for...Love the pants and sweater on you a ton.   Jewell on "The story behind these boots or WIW because..." https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/the-story-behind-these-boots-or-wiw-because#post-1120229 Sun, 22 Dec 2013 18:10:28 +0000 Jewell 1120229@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ That story is too funny! DH is a sweetie :-) You've worked your boots into a great casual look, but make sure you don't wear them out too quickly- you might get a new pair for Christmas. RunswithDolphins on "The story behind these boots or WIW because..." https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/the-story-behind-these-boots-or-wiw-because#post-1120212 Sun, 22 Dec 2013 17:43:22 +0000 RunswithDolphins 1120212@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ So funny and you are a great sport!  My hubbies likes to visit the lingerie stores at Christmas and buy me something naughty.  I have a drawer full of this stuff!  LOL Karie on "The story behind these boots or WIW because..." https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/the-story-behind-these-boots-or-wiw-because#post-1120210 Sun, 22 Dec 2013 17:38:47 +0000 Karie 1120210@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ Yes, MuseumGal, DH is a sweetie, even if he does need some direction in the area of gift giving. I tried to maneuver him in the way of leather jackets this year - I doubt I'll be getting 8 of those (although one can hope). DH's gift giving has been quite humorous over the years - for my very first gift when we were dating, he asked me what size my waist was - I replied 24 1/2 (not anymore!), and the next thing I knew, a faux fur coat arrived at my door - you guessed it, size 24 1/2! A tad big for my frame, to be sure. DH was surprised to learn that women's sizing isn't the same as men's ;) MuseumGal on "The story behind these boots or WIW because..." https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/the-story-behind-these-boots-or-wiw-because#post-1120143 Sun, 22 Dec 2013 15:04:35 +0000 MuseumGal 1120143@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ What a sweetie you have for a husband.  Your outfit is adorable, boots and all.  Love the pants. kkards on "The story behind these boots or WIW because..." https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/the-story-behind-these-boots-or-wiw-because#post-1120141 Sun, 22 Dec 2013 14:59:39 +0000 kkards 1120141@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ thank you for helping to start my day with a laugh!  Janet on "The story behind these boots or WIW because..." https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/the-story-behind-these-boots-or-wiw-because#post-1120123 Sun, 22 Dec 2013 13:51:21 +0000 Janet 1120123@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ That is so funny! I am generally opposed to Uggs and the like as out-of-the-house wear, but they do look awfully comfortable and tempting. I like your plaid pants! Aleta on "The story behind these boots or WIW because..." https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/the-story-behind-these-boots-or-wiw-because#post-1120121 Sun, 22 Dec 2013 13:44:53 +0000 Aleta 1120121@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ Oh Karie, this is an hilarious tale, the things we do to keep others happy.  So sorry that the other seven pairs didn't fit, SUCH a shame!! Loving the cosy casual outfit by the way. Isis on "The story behind these boots or WIW because..." https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/the-story-behind-these-boots-or-wiw-because#post-1120118 Sun, 22 Dec 2013 13:40:04 +0000 Isis 1120118@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ You look cuddly and warm, you good girl. I just love your story!  Your husband sounds so sweet; he was really trying and put a lot of thought into your present.  And I love how you appreciate those qualities in him!  I wonder what he'll give you this year? Karie on "The story behind these boots or WIW because..." https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/the-story-behind-these-boots-or-wiw-because#post-1120112 Sun, 22 Dec 2013 13:14:36 +0000 Karie 1120112@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ DH bought them for me. Here's the story: Last Christmas, about 8 good-sizes boxes arrived from Amazon. "I must have been a good girl this year!" I exclaimed to the UPS man on a seemingly daily basis (maybe not the thing you want to tell the UPS man, btw). On Christmas morning, I opened 8 boxes of....Bearpaw boots (not a huge fan, they're OK but EIGHT pairs?). There were brown ones, gray ones, ones with long socks attached, even purple ones. DH was so proud of himself, and with a big smile told me, "I heard they're really in style and fashionable!" and "You can keep them ALL if you want!" (Did you buy me a cabin in the woods to go with all these fuzzy boots?). Long story even longer, seven of them didn't fit (darn), I kept the pair that did and I wear them with an appreciative smile, a kiss, and a "Thank you, honey" (see I really am a good girl). And yes, I have come to like them! DH really is a sweetie and he did buy me several other gifts last year that were wonderful.  So this is my version of Angie's skinnies/chunky sweater/boots ensemble.  Anyone else have an item in your closet with a funny story attached? I'll be back to read your comments later, I've been outside running around the house trying to wear out those boots (shh...that's our secret, OK...remember that "good girl" thing). And the doorbell is ringing...uh oh, it's the UPS man...I wonder what's in store for me this year?  F21 coated checkered skinnies GAP chunky sweater You guessed it, the Bearpaw boots