https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/when-and-how-did-your-wardrobe-click Style Advice for Fashion Lovers en-US Tue, 14 Apr 2026 22:30:43 +0000 http://bbpress.org/?v=1.0.2 q https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/search.php https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/when-and-how-did-your-wardrobe-click/page/4#post-1974677 Thu, 15 Nov 2018 22:11:56 +0000 SarahD8 1974677@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I’m amazed but also really gratified that this thread continues to spark such a great discussion!</p> <p><b>Bonnie</b>, I’m sort of relieved that I’m not the only one having trouble making outfits with ease. It does feel like I “ought” to be able to be more spontaneous, but perhaps I just need to accept that that’s not how it works for me.</p> <p><b>Jessikams</b>, really intriguing idea about accessories. I do feel that I am often getting stuck at the “clothes” step. BUT then once I do get my clothes pulled together I am often out of oomph for adding accessories. So thinking ahead of time about these “sets” or “style stories” as you suggest could really help. (I suspect I would discover that I have some holes there, too.)</p> <p><b>Jussie</b>, yep, completer pieces. I think you’re on to something.</p> <p><b>Staysfit</b>, thanks for your generous post. This idea of questioning my certainty is really intriguing. You make a persuasive case. You know, I have resisted posting about style words/style statement etc. on YLF for a few reasons (partly because I’m not really at the start-from-scratch point a lot of people seem to be when they make those posts, so it sort of feels like what am I asking for; and partly because the idea of setting out a style statement makes me feel oddly vulnerable!). But maybe I should go ahead and post my current thoughts, and see where that leads.</p> <p>At the same time, <b>gryffin</b>, I really appreciate your encouragement to go my own way! It’s helpful to hear the strategies you have found to express your own highly individual style — and also reassuring to hear that it isn’t exactly effortless. Five years! Ok. I feel less behind now. High-fiving my skirt-legging sister.</p> <p><b>lyn67</b>, yes, I know what you mean about different formulas requiring different elements. I am finding that I really prefer certain specific combinations of items. Maybe it’s not fair to my wardrobe to expect it to be pure mix-and-match, my aesthetic preferences just don’t work that way.</p> <p><b>LaPed</b>, athletic hourglass! I personally am not one but what a useful term and concept!</p> <p><b>torontogirl</b>, what a lovely post from start to finish. Thank you for the ponder-and-plan solidarity, and for the reminder to show myself grace. I truly appreciate your words.</p> <p><b>ladypainter</b>, oh how fascinating! I often think of myself as a satisficer. I am certainly a perfectionist in my work but in regular life I have seen how my partner has much stronger maximizer tendencies than I do. Perhaps I am a maximizer just specifically when it comes to wardrobe…but, having not recognized this tendency before, I haven’t learned how to deal with it. I don’t think I’m an absolute underbuyer…rather, I find it much easier to make purchases in categories that are "easier" for me. Then, I feel like I’ve bought — and wonder why the whole of my wardrobe is less than the sum of its parts!</p> <p>In my defense, I just threw away an empty tube of toothpaste with nary a qualm! :laughing:</p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/when-and-how-did-your-wardrobe-click/page/4#post-1974669 Thu, 15 Nov 2018 21:45:06 +0000 Anonymous 1974669@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>WOW. &nbsp;I have a lot of reading to catch up on this evening. &nbsp;I so look forward to reading through this thread, <b>Sarah</b>. &nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/when-and-how-did-your-wardrobe-click/page/3#post-1974637 Thu, 15 Nov 2018 19:04:54 +0000 Stagiaire Fash 1974637@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>More peanuts:<br /> Somebody’s got me pegged. (The other part is in the trash, now that I’ve scraped it out with my toothbrush a couple times). I wasn’t making spreadsheets about toothpaste, but am certainly familiar with the research taking so long the thing is over before I arrive. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/when-and-how-did-your-wardrobe-click/page/3#post-1974634 Thu, 15 Nov 2018 18:58:51 +0000 rachylou 1974634@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Ok... sidebar/peanut gallery comment... I’ve never thought of cutting the toothpaste tube open... and feel that’s brilliant. Lol! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/when-and-how-did-your-wardrobe-click/page/3#post-1974631 Thu, 15 Nov 2018 18:54:42 +0000 ladypainter 1974631@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Sarah D8 and Torontogirl,<br />Count me into the "analysis paralysis" group!<br />You think logically about all the lifestyle details, the budget details, the colors, the trends, the personal preferences, the pairings with the current closet.<br />But actually making that purchase is so difficult!<br />Author Gretchen Rubin talks about these personality behaviors quite a bit: Underbuyer vs. Overbuyer, and Maximizer vs. Satisficer.<br />Underbuyers have a huge problem with actually purchasing something, and will even live with chronic laundry or grocery shortfalls because they hate to buy too many clothes, or buy toothpaste until they've cut open the tube to scrape out the last bits. Overbuyers think the most fun part of a new project or job or activity is the chance to purchase all the exciting new kit.<br />Satisficers do just enough research about a purchase to feel like it will satisfy the need, then buy without a second glance. They often end up spending more than they'd like, or not getting the exact mix of features they want, but they usually don't dwell or regret. We maximizers have to do spreadsheets and regional price comparisons, match all possible usages, read all reviews. We often end up not getting what we really want because it's sold out by the time we get up the nerve to actually go out to the store to buy! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/when-and-how-did-your-wardrobe-click/page/3#post-1974618 Thu, 15 Nov 2018 17:37:21 +0000 Stagiaire Fash 1974618@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>This is what I’ve always understood “pear” shape to mean—carrying weight in your butt and thighs, colloquially referred to as being “thik” or having a booty,<br /> <a href="https://pin.it/dj4qbasmephn5k" rel="nofollow">https://pin.it/dj4qbasmephn5k</a> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/when-and-how-did-your-wardrobe-click/page/3#post-1974612 Thu, 15 Nov 2018 17:21:01 +0000 Suz 1974612@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Nodding with Staysfit and LaPed. I was another who thought myself a "pear" because of thighs/ bottom and small bust. But hey, shoulders!&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/when-and-how-did-your-wardrobe-click/page/3#post-1974603 Thu, 15 Nov 2018 15:53:07 +0000 Helena 1974603@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Sarah, I haven't had a change to read this whole thread (I will!), but wanted to comment; hope I'm not being too repetitive. First of all, high five for team ponder and plan ... I believe strongly this is an innate personality type (or whatever terminology you want to use) and I have switched my attitude on it a little to appreciate this as part of the fun for me ... that said, I know the feeling of being 'stuck' in the pondering phase, so I feel your frustration.</p> <p>For me, what's really helpful is to remind myself that it's all an ongoing, evolving process ... the challenge sometimes for us analyzers, is that we devise the perfect solution, and then want to get there immediately, and then can see it as failure if we move off the mark ... it's a form of perfectionism I suppose. To affirm that you are an evolving being, and your wardrobe is part and parcel of that, can be very freeing. And of course, give yourself plenty of grace when lifestyle and other issues get in the way. Looking forward to reading yours and everyone's thoughts through this thread; hope I'm not way off with these comments! xx </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/when-and-how-did-your-wardrobe-click/page/3#post-1974591 Thu, 15 Nov 2018 15:05:53 +0000 Anonymous 1974591@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Athletic hourglass-light bulb! I thought i was a pear too due to my curvy hips and bum, and small chest, but my shoulders are defined.<br /> Thanks LaPed! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/when-and-how-did-your-wardrobe-click/page/3#post-1974588 Thu, 15 Nov 2018 14:51:04 +0000 LaPed 1974588@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Staysfit, I know exactly what you mean and used to think the same; I suspect a lot of women with smaller busts and narrow waists mis-identify as pears because they feel their hips are their most prominent feature. It didn't occur to me until just a couple years ago, when I got into tailored jackets and blazers, to take my shoulder measurement. It was only once I had that number that I realized my shoulders, not my hips, are my widest part (both span and circumference). Major eye-opener! I also find Angie's term "athletic hourglass" (width from the shoulders, rather than the bust) to be hugely useful and one I hadn't heard pre-YLF.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/when-and-how-did-your-wardrobe-click/page/3#post-1974563 Thu, 15 Nov 2018 13:20:32 +0000 lyn67 1974563@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Hah, exactly what&nbsp;&nbsp;<b>Laura(rhubarbgirl)</b> said it for me:&nbsp;</p> <p>"..."plenty of times, but not for long.”....Stuff is always changing: <b>my budget</b>, <b>my body</b>, m<b></b>y lifestyle<b></b>, the climate, <b>what’s in stores</b>, what <b>wears out</b> in my closet..."<br />But I still remember the happiness when "it clicked" for the first time...a few years of actually spending time and money on my wardrobe...and when all I have had matched my other things and event the right way...It really was a happy dance.&nbsp; Then,&nbsp; the bittersweet aftertaste...&nbsp;"I don’t think you ever get to a point where everything is perfect forever" but that's OK, I love clothes and fashion....:-) </p> <p><b>ETA</b>: I do have and stick to my few silhouettes and outfit&nbsp; formulas, but the problem is that they require different elements, I cannot use the same tops or shoes for skirts and pants-so I cannot do&nbsp; always Anchie's capsules of 4x4 so easy but they appeal to me so very much and when in the end I reach that level&nbsp; (even unconsciously&nbsp; or rather to say&nbsp; from another point of&nbsp; view and consideration) it really causes a "clicks in" feeling:-).</p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/when-and-how-did-your-wardrobe-click/page/3#post-1974559 Thu, 15 Nov 2018 13:05:52 +0000 gryffin 1974559@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Sarah&nbsp;- what a wonderful thread, thank you so much for starting it!!&nbsp; I am only half way through the responses and am looking forward to reading them carefully (thank you all - what amazing reading and insight) but I wanted to chime in.&nbsp; Like you I have a very well defined aesthetic and idea of how I want to dress.&nbsp; When my wardrobe is not working it is because I lack pieces to complete outfits.&nbsp; I have a huge problem finding interesting light weight summer blazers in black/gray/pear/white combos.&nbsp; Yes, I have 5 pr of black danskin leggings but they are all the same.&nbsp; I would kill to add something different which I liked, but can't find.&nbsp; I also wear tunics the ideal is 33"&nbsp; I can use from 31"35" they must be black/gray, combo or a short mini dress.&nbsp; I can't find them easily.&nbsp; My winter tunics are more numerous than summer.&nbsp; But how many EF scooped neck jersey or silk tunics in black can I own?&nbsp; Black skirted leggings I have 3 of the same.&nbsp; So I concentrate on capsules, do I have all the pieces and enough of the pieces to make a capsule or outfit style work.&nbsp; I also use the "formula" concept.&nbsp; The pieces I require are highly specific and not always available.&nbsp; So like long blazers I need to stock up in the good years so I can survive the fashion famines.&nbsp; I also find mentally doing the pie chart of what kinds of activities/outfits and making sure I have those covered.&nbsp; I did find there was a tipping point.&nbsp; About 5 yr into YLF I had finally updated enough items and created enough diversity across my wardrobe that things began working to for me.&nbsp; The most helpful thing is to keep a list of HEWI's.&nbsp; The cropped vee neck sweater in gray and black, long jackets, textured leggings/jods, tunics etc.&nbsp; Know your needs, assess all new things and trends - can you use this, possibly not as intended to fill a niche, elegance is refusal - don't get sucked into stuff that you love on others but is not your styles, don't not buy something because someone else has a poison eye - they have no idea how or what you are going to do with it, be picky on quality - the better clothing feels the happier I am.&nbsp; Work around what you don't have and don't stress that you don't have everything right now.&nbsp; But if you are having trouble creating outfits I would assess the amount and quality of the support acts, do you have enough super start, what piece of the puzzle is giving you trouble?&nbsp; can you not find what you really want?&nbsp; That's usually the problem for me.&nbsp; Hope that it helps. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/when-and-how-did-your-wardrobe-click/page/3#post-1974558 Thu, 15 Nov 2018 12:44:59 +0000 Stagiaire Fash 1974558@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Staysfit, I don’t mean to laugh at your former self (or your mother), but you as a pear? Yowza, is that off! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/when-and-how-did-your-wardrobe-click/page/3#post-1974547 Thu, 15 Nov 2018 11:20:01 +0000 Staysfit 1974547@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Sarah, as I am reading so many interesting and thoughtful responses, I recalled something that may be relevant, or not. You repeatedly say that you know what you want your style to be, have a well defined picture in your mind....purchase pieces that are in line with this, etc. However, is that really the right style for you? Maybe that’s the inherent problem. I know I have felt certain something is “my style” and dove down the rabbit hole only to find I was clawing my way out and looking for another entry. I think someone else said that style is a moving target, which changes as you change, but that’s not exactly what I mean here because my curiosity is more about whether your certainty is accurate. Using myself as an example, before I joined YLF, I was absolutely convinced my body was pear shaped. (Some of you may recall that lightbulb moment when I realized otherwise). I had been told I was pear shaped for years by my mother, and almost nothing could dissuade that notion. I followed the advice for dressing like a pear, and something just didn’t seem right, but I was still absolutely convinced until Angie corrected that distortion. Funny that I have a rectangular shape and IT tendencies! The advantage of photos for me is they take away the distortion in our mind. They may add some other proportion distortion, but it may not be as bad as what we can imagine ourselves into. My example is a bit embarrassing and extreme, and may not apply, but sometimes we think we are being honest with ourselves and following our heart, but something else, maybe so,etching unknown, is preventing that from happening. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/when-and-how-did-your-wardrobe-click/page/3#post-1974300 Wed, 14 Nov 2018 10:06:58 +0000 jussie 1974300@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Jessikams: I like this idea of style stories. I want to try it... I guess I kinda do it with my woolly beanie and scarf in winter....<br /> This kinda overlaps a tiny bit with what I was saying about how important having completer pieces is- they take clothes up a notch to an outfit. Also the trickiest because a person needs to consciously think about, plan and purchase those completer pieces/style story pieces... </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/when-and-how-did-your-wardrobe-click/page/3#post-1974297 Wed, 14 Nov 2018 09:51:55 +0000 Jessikams 1974297@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>If you’re having trouble creating outfits, it could be that focusing on accessories would help. For me, I know that figuring out a set of shoes/bag/earrings (or whatever else on bottom, middle and top of body) that works for lifestyle and climate AND desired style is key. Then I can add that “set” to any basic outfit and it looks more pulled together.</p> <p>This could be a color story: you want to lookcozy so you pull together brown suede boots, cognac angora gloves and a rusty brown tweed cap. Or could be a style story: for me, pointy boots and a studded belt and enormous earrings add quick “edge” to just about anything. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/when-and-how-did-your-wardrobe-click/page/3#post-1974254 Wed, 14 Nov 2018 01:51:20 +0000 Bonnie 1974254@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I have the same problem making outfits from my wardrobe easily. &nbsp;Even though they should mix and match because I have chosen the individual items with care and attention to color, style, and fit, they don't always look good together. I need to help each new article of clothing find it's friends and document the combo, in my case, with a photo. This takes time and takes away the spontaneity that I would love to have but in my case it is necessary.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/when-and-how-did-your-wardrobe-click/page/3#post-1974220 Tue, 13 Nov 2018 22:01:26 +0000 SarahD8 1974220@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p><b>LauraG</b> that makes sense re: the usefulness of a photo. I can imagine that some folks might notice the things you mention when looking in the mirror while for others it's the layer of abstraction provided by the photo that does the trick. Similar to how some folks notice items they wear a lot as they go along whereas for others it's wear tracking that yields these insights. Just depends on our different eyes and different brains. Horses for courses, if I might be so bold as to channel <b>Angie</b> for a brief moment. :-)</p> <p><b>JenniNZ</b>, that's really generous of you to be thinking about my questions while you are on your holiday! Interesting that your wardrobe has become more functional as the # of items has shrunk, but I totally believe it. It's reassuring to hear that you ponder items, sometimes for a long time, before actually purchasing them. Great that the olive snakeskin pants were such a success! That's the idea isn't it, that the things we buy should truly add value to our closet. Would love to hear more about your resort capsule if you work on it further.</p> <p><b>Joy</b> that makes sense. It sounds like the column of color was a key insight for you.</p> <p><b>Laura</b>, what exactly is the problem? It's a good question! The proximate problem is that I've noticed that even though I know how I want to dress and the individual items in my closet feel like they're in line with that, I have trouble actually making outfits with ease. What's the underlying reason for that? After taking in the discussion on this thread I think it's probably a combination of (1) having a very specific idea of what I want, so things that tick all the boxes are harder to find, and (2) my personal difficulty with actually taking action/following through on purchases. I feel better now about the idea that things might take a while to fall into place, and also about the likelihood that there's going to be some trial and error involved. You and <b>Joy</b> both make a good point about things always being a work in progress. I'd love to get to the point where I feel like I'm solving a limited number of problems at one time though, you know? </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/when-and-how-did-your-wardrobe-click/page/3#post-1974181 Tue, 13 Nov 2018 19:13:17 +0000 Stagiaire Fash 1974181@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Thanks Lara G, la Ped, Sal, &amp; Rachylou for your replies re photos vs mirror.<br /> Keeping them and reviewing to see changes over time makes sense to me. I wish I could keep pix on my phone without them showing up in my camera roll!<br /> The specific examples of what people see were also helpful—and reminded me that when I posted the WIW of the green pants, pink sweater, &amp; red shoes, I noticed that I had been incorrect in thinking that the bra I had on looked OK. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/when-and-how-did-your-wardrobe-click/page/3#post-1974179 Tue, 13 Nov 2018 19:07:04 +0000 Laura (rhubarbgirl) 1974179@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Rereading, I’m still not quite sure what the problem is precisely. Is it that you can’t find what you’re wanting to buy? Or that you have items but you can’t figure out outfits? Or that you have outfits but they don’t suit your needs or you don’t feel like they suit you? I feel like all of those are things that can happen and have different causes and solutions, although they’re obviously connected.</p> <p>My first reaction when reading the title question was “plenty of times, but not for long.” Stuff is always changing: my budget, my body, my lifestyle, the climate, what’s in stores, what wears out in my closet... I don’t think you ever get to a point where everything is perfect forever - maybe celebrities get close because they can offload the work to someone else, but their demands are probablygreater too.</p> <p>I thought my wardrobe was pretty good before finding YLF, but looking back some flattery was missing. Then I made a lot of improvements, made easier by my budget increasing, and I was pretty settled for a while. Then my climate and lifestyle changed and my budget decreased and I’ve had to focus a lot more on practicality instead of aesthetics. Hopefully soon my budget will increase but probably the time I’ll have available will decrease significantly. There’s always something, you know? I think getting to wardrobe nirvana and staying there is an unrealistic expectation. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/when-and-how-did-your-wardrobe-click/page/3#post-1974125 Tue, 13 Nov 2018 14:16:46 +0000 Anonymous 1974125@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I need to go back and read everyone's posts, but like Suz, it took lots longer than I thought it would. A big weight loss started the ball rolling on how to replace everything. I had to give up on the idea that I could establish the perfect wardrobe and that would be it. It will always be a work in progress. Even classics can get dated. It helped me to have a base of a column or two of a neutral for each season to which it is easy to add an unexpected find. The workhorse pieces can then be updated pretty easily. Updating footwear is important. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/when-and-how-did-your-wardrobe-click/page/3#post-1974119 Tue, 13 Nov 2018 13:37:42 +0000 Jenni NZ 1974119@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Hi again Sarah, I've been thinking about your thread on and off for 3 days while travelling. I rewrote my lists this morning as I was going to go shopping in the resort area of Bali we are staying in, and I was pondering how I would decide what if anything I would get. I can be more flexible now my wardrobe is in a better shape. It is down to 166 items from nearer 200 when I joined YLF almost 2 years ago, and my holding zone and sentimental section ( which is additional) is also reduced. I think tracking has done the most for me to really see what I do wear and how much, and the choices of this year have been much more spot on than previously. For instance, snakeskin olive pants which I pondered for 11 months. I thought they would fit a colour I like (olive), a shape ( skinny), and have some extra oomph from the texture/pattern. And since March when I bought them, they have had 49 wears. I have several tops that suit them- black and olive. They are the perfect length for my also new this year flat fringed ankle boots. The stars aligned. And I think I can sort of see better when that will happen after these 2 years of tracking and trying to figure out my style which is still not quite determined. In shopping today I could see all the same things drawing me that usually do and have gathered general ideas for a small summer resort capsule. But there was nothing I had to have, and I could see I am pretty well covered for such needs. So I think patience has helped, and the feeling of being able to wait, if already quite well served. And if something really sings to me, I will ponder it for a bit but maybe not too long, if I can look at my lists and see how it will fill either a hole or just bring some extra zing. Keep working on it! You'll get there to a better functioning wardrobe. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/when-and-how-did-your-wardrobe-click/page/3#post-1974048 Tue, 13 Nov 2018 05:16:12 +0000 Laura G 1974048@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p><b>Fashintern -&nbsp;</b>I saw <br />--light pants/dark top visually cutting me in half (and I'm already half size)<br />--the flats I substituted for the high heeled pumps the cat peed in didn't work with the shape and length of the pants<br />--belted low-rise jeans made my long torso look even longer and short legs look even shorter</p> <p>But really the only way to tell the difference is to try it...just thinking about it, I agree it doesn't make sense that you would get so much more information from a photo.</p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/when-and-how-did-your-wardrobe-click/page/3#post-1973979 Mon, 12 Nov 2018 23:26:27 +0000 SarahD8 1973979@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>No worries at all, it's a really interesting discussion!</p> <p>Actually I was just looking back at photos from last year's holiday capsule and it was interesting to realize that I'm excited to wear some outfits again pretty much as is, and others I wouldn't wear now at all. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/when-and-how-did-your-wardrobe-click/page/3#post-1973971 Mon, 12 Nov 2018 22:17:03 +0000 LaPed 1973971@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I think photos are useful in a "hindsight is 20/20" sort of way. Looking at a WIW photo the day it was taken doesn't give me that much data, but seeing a photo from a year ago is very valuable. Similar to what <b>rachylou</b> is saying about looking at pictures of one's kids. It's quite interesting to compare WIWs from the same season but different years; you can really pick out your own tendencies and distinguish them from trends/flavor-of-the-month obsessions.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p> <p>Even just uploading a series of photos taken over the course of a week or a month also gives me a perspective I wouldn't have otherwise, so the "looking back" effect can be achieved pretty quickly, I think. And it's something I can't get from just getting dressed and looking in the mirror. Agree with <b>Sal</b> that the mirror is better for certain things like hair and make-up but that might be because I'm such a minimal-effort person in those departments. ;)</p> <p>(Sorry if we're derailing your thread, <b>SarahD8</b>!) </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/when-and-how-did-your-wardrobe-click/page/3#post-1973968 Mon, 12 Nov 2018 22:00:21 +0000 rachylou 1973968@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>In some ways, I think a photo allows you to get out of yourself more than a mirror. A photo is a ‘cooler’ medium. It’s like the difference between seeing your kid every day and seeing their pictures... you don’t see them grow tall but it hits when you see those photos from different years. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/when-and-how-did-your-wardrobe-click/page/3#post-1973960 Mon, 12 Nov 2018 21:36:24 +0000 Sal 1973960@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Not Laura but I agree that a photo is different than the mirror - both can be inaccurate though.&nbsp; I do find proportions easier to pick in a photo - too dark on the bottom with opaque tights etc&nbsp; My camera is normally at waist height and most people are taller than that so it could be deceiving to a degree.</p> <p>In a photo the main issues I recognise are length of tops, length of skirts or dresses, balance between jackets and pants, shoes not being right.&nbsp; I find the mirror better for face/hair/makeup though.</p> <p> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/when-and-how-did-your-wardrobe-click/page/3#post-1973927 Mon, 12 Nov 2018 19:20:50 +0000 Stagiaire Fash 1973927@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Laura G, what did you see in the photo that you hadn’t noticed in the mirror? MaineLady recentlynmentioned not having realized how transparent a thing was. Other than that, I still don’t get how the pix tell anything more than a mirror. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/when-and-how-did-your-wardrobe-click/page/3#post-1973925 Mon, 12 Nov 2018 19:06:40 +0000 nemosmom 1973925@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Thank you for starting (and to those for contributing to) such a great thread! I am learning so much from everyone’s comments. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/when-and-how-did-your-wardrobe-click/page/3#post-1973887 Mon, 12 Nov 2018 17:06:36 +0000 Laura G 1973887@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I'm definitely not "there" yet, but I'll share what consistently helps to bring me closer: outfit photos! I learn ten times as much from a photo as I do from looking in a mirror. </p> <p>Last week I put extra thought into choosing my outfit before driving into the city for an evening at the theater. On the way out the door I snapped a quick photo and only then did I realize the outfit was a fail. Too late to change and a good time was had by all anyway, but...take photos! </p>