https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/where-do-i-start-2 Style Advice for Fashion Lovers en-US Sat, 04 Apr 2026 01:02:46 +0000 http://bbpress.org/?v=1.0.2 q https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/search.php https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/where-do-i-start-2#post-1222134 Sun, 13 Apr 2014 14:31:17 +0000 Angie 1222134@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Great comments from the ladies, and another welcome from me.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/where-do-i-start-2#post-1222109 Sun, 13 Apr 2014 14:00:17 +0000 mrseccentric 1222109@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Welcome FlyGirlX!!!</p> <p>boy, do i get where you're coming from :)&nbsp; in my experience, if you don't have much money, you can compensate (and not make so many expensive mistakes) by putting a lot of time and thought into the wardrobe experimentation process BEFORE you drop a lot of dough.</p> <p>I'd suggest at least 2-4 weeks of shopping your closet and tracking your outfits before making any major buys (like over 5 or 10 bucks).&nbsp; Another great resource is this category of "Ensembles" (used to be called the "Mom On The Go" formulas, or just "Ma'am On The Go" if you don't have kids ;)<br /><a href="http://youlookfab.com/category/outfits/ensembles/" rel="nofollow">http://youlookfab.com/category/outfits/ensembles/</a></p> <p>&nbsp; Check out which ones look good to you, and which ones you could make from items you already have. If there're looks you'd really like to try, but you're missing one or two items, note them (write down somewhere you can find again). Analyze your list, as it'll tell you what items will give you the most flexibility.</p> <p>If you're going for a polished look, make sure that hair and makeup look polished. You wear your hair and face everyday, they make a big impact on your look!&nbsp; MakeupAlley and MakeupGeek are both excellent resources for reviews, looks, and recommendations. Be sure to test products before you buy, get samples or buy from a drugstore that allows returns. You can blow HUNDREDS of dollars on makeup that doesn't work, on a tight budget you have to be careful!</p> <p>It's also so helpful to track your outfits and clothes - what you wear, how often, what you wear together, how you like or don't the looks. Keep a notebook, a spreadsheet, or take full length everyday. REALLY helpful. </p> <p>Even on a budget, maybe especially so, you need to have some high quality items for a polished look. I find it's worthwhile to save up and really shop (work those online coupons and sales!) when you have a good idea of pieces that you'll wear everyday and can be worn often, so those 'signature' pieces make the impact you want them too. I do not hesitate at spending $100, $150 on a pair of shoes, earrings, or a necklace because i wear those things every single day, and repeat them often. They have a big impact on my look, so it makes sense (even tho i'll balk at laying down $10 for a tee or tank).&nbsp; So you may want to think about this when looking at your budget, tho you'll want a solid idea of the looks you'll be wearing every day before committing to this kind of purchase.</p> <p>HTH and have fun!! i started developing my wardrobe around five years ago, it's been loads of fun and i love my closet more and more every day. Everyone here is fun and sweet and has loads of style. Don't for get to check out members' WIW's and blogs for inspiration!&nbsp; oh, and <a href="http://www.afterdrk.com/" rel="nofollow">Sabrina of afterDRK has a wonderful tomboy style</a>, she looks a lot like you in your profile pic, too. This month she is specifically channeling her sexy girl, go take a peek!!&nbsp; steph </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/where-do-i-start-2#post-1222104 Sun, 13 Apr 2014 13:51:52 +0000 TraceyLiz65 1222104@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I highly recommend really taking the time to do some &nbsp;research before making any purchases... The suggestion for looking at Angie's outfits is a great one and I also highly recommend starting a Pinterest account and looking for outfits that speak to you to see if you find a pattern and direction for purchasing...Be patient when trying things on and remember if they don't work on you, it's not you, just move on to something else...</p> <p>Turning 40 is the perfect time for this new venture and I hope you really embrace it and find a style that speaks to you and feels fabulous!!!!&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/where-do-i-start-2#post-1222025 Sun, 13 Apr 2014 06:30:49 +0000 CocoLion 1222025@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Hello and welcome. &nbsp;May I suggest browsing Angie's blog posts?</p> <p>Her outfit posts might be&nbsp;inspiring for you. &nbsp;Your style goal of elegance and polish made me think of Angie's style. &nbsp;She also breaks down the process &nbsp;-- why she chooses each piece within the outfit. &nbsp;Reading her thinking process was very instructive for me.<br /><a rel="nofollow" href="http://youlookfab.com/category/in-action/angies-outfits/">http://youlookfab.com/category.....s-outfits/</a></p> <p>She also has articles about individual style and wardrobe planning.</p> <p><a rel="nofollow" href="http://youlookfab.com/category/individual/individual-style/">http://youlookfab.com/category.....ual-style/</a><br /><a rel="nofollow" href="http://youlookfab.com/category/strategies/wardrobe-planning/">http://youlookfab.com/category.....-planning/</a></p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/where-do-i-start-2#post-1222023 Sun, 13 Apr 2014 06:23:51 +0000 Lyn D. 1222023@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I see you are in Australia- I am from Melbourne.<br />I would recommend Rivers for some great shoes at a good price point, although I noticed last time I was there that they may have been bought-out. This could change their range and stock, but I hope not!<br />Target are also pretty good for reasonable quality at budget-friendly prices.</p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/where-do-i-start-2#post-1222021 Sun, 13 Apr 2014 06:18:07 +0000 Lyn D. 1222021@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Welcome!<br />I don't recommend going in a totally new direction, especially with budget considerations.<br />Perhaps trying to buy a few items in the best fabric you can afford would be a starting point?<br />A well-fitting blazer/jacket will always dress-up a more basic outfit.<br />How about a pair of shoes with a heel too? </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/where-do-i-start-2#post-1222018 Sun, 13 Apr 2014 06:12:01 +0000 FlyGirlX 1222018@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I am so excited to be a new member of YOULOOKFAB. I have always been very tomboyish and masculine. I am trying to channel my femininity and develop a new, elegant and polished look in the run-up to my 40th birthday.</p> <p>Any tips for pulling this off on a tight budget ?</p>