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YouLookFab Forum » Topic: Then and Now https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/then-and-now-2 Style Advice for Fashion Lovers en-US Fri, 17 Apr 2026 13:35:28 +0000 http://bbpress.org/?v=1.0.2 <![CDATA[Search]]> q https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/search.php chouette22 on "Then and Now" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/then-and-now-2#post-2087520 Tue, 24 Dec 2019 14:32:05 +0000 chouette22 2087520@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ Such a fun retrospective and I remember many of the pictures. What a pretty woman you are and have always been, with amazing style! Jaime on "Then and Now" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/then-and-now-2#post-2087457 Tue, 24 Dec 2019 02:35:28 +0000 Jaime 2087457@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ I remember when Angie convinced you to cut your hair and that was just the perfect catalyst to a stunning style transformation. Then going silver was the icing on the cake .  You are brilliant at translating inchoate tendencies into concrete personal style.  Sorry for the weird jokes - donut hangover. :)  Jenn on "Then and Now" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/then-and-now-2#post-2087433 Tue, 24 Dec 2019 00:58:13 +0000 Jenn 2087433@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ This is so interesting, Suz! You always claim to have been a slow fashion learner, but I think you were really quick! You've just been constantly evolving.  With your photos, more than others, I notice how, despite the recurrent themes, you can really date each specific look. I think that speaks to the trendy aspect of your style. It's a vital part of how you always look fresh and up to date. Suz on "Then and Now" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/then-and-now-2#post-2087392 Mon, 23 Dec 2019 21:59:34 +0000 Suz 2087392@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ Ornella for sure!! I miss her!! She sometimes pops in around this time of year.... Firecracker (Sharan) on "Then and Now" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/then-and-now-2#post-2087387 Mon, 23 Dec 2019 21:49:28 +0000 Firecracker (Sharan) 2087387@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <div>Nice, Suz! Those are fun comparisons to look at. You were stylish all along, even in your first YLF post. </div><div>And Carla, you are describing Ornella, I think! I hadn't thought of her for a while. </div> Joyce B on "Then and Now" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/then-and-now-2#post-2087375 Mon, 23 Dec 2019 21:12:45 +0000 Joyce B 2087375@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ Beautiful outfits, then and now. Cardiff girl on "Then and Now" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/then-and-now-2#post-2087346 Mon, 23 Dec 2019 19:45:47 +0000 Cardiff girl 2087346@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ Cutting your hair short was definitely the right move and you were and remain a lovely looking woman. Carla on "Then and Now" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/then-and-now-2#post-2087317 Mon, 23 Dec 2019 18:49:44 +0000 Carla 2087317@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ @Suz - I can’t take credit for originating ‘Then and Now’.  I remembered how a forum friend from the past (her name started with O, she lived in Germany, and loved black, red and cobalt blue) used to do retrospectives from time to time. <div>I think cutting your hair, and later going silver were catalysts, as was (I suspect) the weight change you experienced prior to starting your YLF adventures.  ‘Yes’ to blue, white, berry colours and gamine style.  Urban prince metamorphosing to snow queen!  </div><div> </div><div>It might feel like the musician who is always asked to play their hit from the early days at their most recent concert, but you should always have a fuchsia jacket in your closet! FWIW, I’m liking the lowlights, or whatever the addition of black under layers to your hair is called, and wonder if adding some shocks of the new Pantone blue might be fun?  Keep the silver around the front, but mess around with the back... </div> kkards on "Then and Now" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/then-and-now-2#post-2087298 Mon, 23 Dec 2019 17:58:08 +0000 kkards 2087298@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ it's always so interesting to see the constants, what i've come to think of as the "style personality" part vs the clothing.  i remember when i joined 7 years ago seeing your WIW's and being so inspired, you seemed to have your style and styling nailed. love seeing the transformation and evolution.  Angie on "Then and Now" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/then-and-now-2#post-2087286 Mon, 23 Dec 2019 17:29:46 +0000 Angie 2087286@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ *high fiving Mr. Suz* catherine on "Then and Now" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/then-and-now-2#post-2087275 Mon, 23 Dec 2019 16:32:03 +0000 catherine 2087275@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ You look so pretty in all of the photos. Please post more! Suz on "Then and Now" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/then-and-now-2#post-2087273 Mon, 23 Dec 2019 16:30:25 +0000 Suz 2087273@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ Or, Bonnie, in some cases the same outfits with the same pieces -- see 11, 12, and 13!  :)  Thanks for your kind words. It is always hard to post those first photos but everybody here was so welcoming and kind.  Suntiger, you would look smashing in that orange top!  Angie, I promise never to grow the hair again! I can't even imagine. Mr. Suz would never forgive me, either. :)  Liesbeth, that's right -- in the last few years it has been gradual evolution, not major change. It took a few years on YLF to build a core wardrobe of essentials and then I started adding statements bit by bit....those make a difference. But my style is more confident and secure now -- I'm not experimenting as much. Of course these photos don't really show the experiments; they were chosen, like Runcarla's, to show the continuity.  Vildy, thanks. You were one of the people who was so kind and helpful at the beginning. Nice to see you around more again.  Nemosmom -- pixie cut is the signature for sure. Angie is rarely wrong.  Bijou, I guess it's true, isn't it? I didn't feel confident in my style yet in 2012 and was still wearing whatever I could throw together from thrift stores and deep discount (no money) -- but the haircut made a huge improvement. I had worn it short most of my life so it wasn't *new* to me but it definitely helped me feel more myself again.  Joy, TG , Kathie, Janet, Jenni-- thank you!  Mirjana, I could see you in a version of that outfit for sure. You do brights with the very best.  Rachy, you can certainly be bold! In your Oppo Suit, no less! :)  Bonnie on "Then and Now" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/then-and-now-2#post-2087263 Mon, 23 Dec 2019 16:09:14 +0000 Bonnie 2087263@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ You have an enviable style and I've always enjoyed your posts. I admire the way you stick to your palette and are able to create different outfits with the same items.  JAileen on "Then and Now" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/then-and-now-2#post-2087258 Mon, 23 Dec 2019 15:55:56 +0000 JAileen 2087258@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ I love the picture with you and Angie.  Even the first one looks great.  All of them do! Anonymous on "Then and Now" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/then-and-now-2#post-2087249 Mon, 23 Dec 2019 15:25:15 +0000 Anonymous 2087249@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ Love this! You always looked great, but especially now :) *carries off rejected orange top* Angie on "Then and Now" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/then-and-now-2#post-2087246 Mon, 23 Dec 2019 15:19:19 +0000 Angie 2087246@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ Never grow your hair again :) That said - you are radiant and beautiful no matter what, sweet Suz! You were simply born to have short SILVER hair! Milk it.  I'm with Bijou. You are a fast learner, and your KILLER style came through chop-chop. Signatures stayed put but evolved along with everything else. You are fabulous and HAVE NEVER LOOKED BETTER!  Liesbeth on "Then and Now" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/then-and-now-2#post-2087242 Mon, 23 Dec 2019 15:12:47 +0000 Liesbeth 2087242@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ What a delight to see! I think over the last few years the evolution has been more gradual, but I do think you've grown bolder (and I love it!) Vildy on "Then and Now" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/then-and-now-2#post-2087225 Mon, 23 Dec 2019 13:40:00 +0000 Vildy 2087225@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ I'm laughing because I was taken by surprise at that first outfit you so strongly disavowed.  More sophisticated style now, yes, but like others here, I see you were just so pretty in the "wrong" outfit, color, hairstyle, anyway. nemosmom on "Then and Now" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/then-and-now-2#post-2087223 Mon, 23 Dec 2019 13:37:14 +0000 nemosmom 2087223@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ My goodness, what an evolution! It's so fun to see how you've updated your signature denim jacket. You consistently look fab, but your pixie and radiant smile are the best! Kathie on "Then and Now" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/then-and-now-2#post-2087217 Mon, 23 Dec 2019 13:12:23 +0000 Kathie 2087217@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ These looks back in time have been so much fun. Your styling is impeccable. It’s not only the third pieces, but the scarves, brighter bags, and the metallic shoes that bookend your hair. YLF, then and now! RobinF on "Then and Now" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/then-and-now-2#post-2087215 Mon, 23 Dec 2019 13:10:58 +0000 RobinF 2087215@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ So fun to see the transition! I actually think my favorite is #3 from way back in 2012! Love the jacket and mustard bag! I don't think the first is bad but your hair is so cute as a pixie that it's hard to see past the longer hair. And how great is that jean jacket! Helena on "Then and Now" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/then-and-now-2#post-2087213 Mon, 23 Dec 2019 13:04:46 +0000 Helena 2087213@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ Beautiful then, beautiful now - your growing confidence and boldness is apparent though, and it looks great on you! The Cat on "Then and Now" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/then-and-now-2#post-2087208 Mon, 23 Dec 2019 12:18:44 +0000 The Cat 2087208@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ Obviously, much has happened. Nevertheless, you have always looked great! Jenni NZ on "Then and Now" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/then-and-now-2#post-2087199 Mon, 23 Dec 2019 09:58:39 +0000 Jenni NZ 2087199@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ Cool! It’s late here now, bedtime, so I might have to come back tomorrow or later. I can see the evolution- but you know, I do think you look really pretty in the very first outfit xx rachylou on "Then and Now" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/then-and-now-2#post-2087198 Mon, 23 Dec 2019 09:58:19 +0000 rachylou 2087198@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ To me, Suz, your timeline shows how much ground a style moniker can cover. Your very first outfit is super interesting. You say it didn’t work. If I may be so blunt... It’s really a Very Nice Outfit, but the others have Style... Mirjana on "Then and Now" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/then-and-now-2#post-2087196 Mon, 23 Dec 2019 08:59:24 +0000 Mirjana 2087196@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ It's very nice to see your style evolve Suz. I like every one of your outfits, but #5, with pink blazer is to die for, love, love so much. Anonymous on "Then and Now" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/then-and-now-2#post-2087188 Mon, 23 Dec 2019 06:14:03 +0000 Anonymous 2087188@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ Suz, I love your pixie hair cut and your recent looks especially black with denim and other blue. So gorgeous on you. Bijou on "Then and Now" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/then-and-now-2#post-2087183 Mon, 23 Dec 2019 04:37:47 +0000 Bijou 2087183@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ Suz - it is so fun to see your style evolve. My goodness, you were a fast learner, the transformation from June 2011 to March 2012, is quite dramatic. Not that you looked bad at all in June 2011, you still had your gorgeous face, hair, figure and killer smile.  Suz on "Then and Now" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/then-and-now-2#post-2087180 Mon, 23 Dec 2019 04:28:13 +0000 Suz 2087180@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ Carla started a trend!  Thanks for the brilliant idea, Carla.  A few from my archives.  1. Very first WIW photo.  June 2011. So...all items except the cardigan and shoes, thrifted. Wearing my worst colour (orange) as an experiment. The outfit was not a success. Even so...some constants:  <ul> <li>Cropped pants (I was wearing them even before Angie would tolerate them, LOL!)</li> </ul> <ul> <li>3 pieces. </li> </ul> <ul> <li>Daytime sparkle! (The top has sparkly threads). </li> </ul> <ul> <li>Ecco shoes. (Those slides were soooooo dated at the time. Did I know? Nope. ;) </li> </ul> <div>2. The updated version: May, 2019. New hair, cooler colours, more flattering neckline, longer cardigan. The top, though, like the first one, was a dud. Wore it only a handful of times -- it kept stretching out and just didn't make me happy.  3. March, 2012. Mustard bag with blues and cool tones! 4. October, 2012: Fuchsia jacket. This was the "gateway drug" -- cheap as chips from H&M (literally -- $10) as an experiment. I learned that I adored wearing a bright jacket.  5. October, 2019: Fuchsia jacket and mustard bag!  6. April, 2012: Stripes, red, and denim jacket. The denim jacket is still in my closet all these years later. It was one of my first YLF purchases and has stood the test of time.  7. Here it is in July 2019. 8. July 2013: the power of a black jacket, something sparkly, denim, and statement boots.  9 and 10. Dec. 2019. Ditto!   11. Jean jacket again, this time with Zara shorts  -- 2014... 12. ...and 2016... 13....and 2019.... I could go on and on and on..I didn't even get to the "big collar coat" photos or the "military detailing coat" photos -- there are a series of those, too. The constants are clear to me, though. Blue (duh!). White. Brights as accents (mostly red and fuchsia.) Love of a 3rd piece (mostly jackets but cardigans in a pinch). Stripes and some florals.  Jenni has broken down the number of items still in her wardrobe from pre-YLF days and early YLF days. I don't have any from pre-YLF days since I changed size significantly. But I do have a handful from early YLF days (denim jacket included) and, as you see, many items last for 5 years or more in the closet and get worn either in new ways or the same way.... Thanks all of you for patiently helping me to refine my style and special thanks to Angie for starting me off with a haircut and supporting all my experiments!  </div>