https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/winter-into-spring-22321 Style Advice for Fashion Lovers en-US Sun, 03 May 2026 02:38:45 +0000 http://bbpress.org/?v=1.0.2 q https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/search.php https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/winter-into-spring-22321/page/2#post-2174720 Fri, 26 Feb 2021 00:56:18 +0000 Anonymous 2174720@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Thank you again for this great advice , Angie . I need to take a deep breath and regroup . </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/winter-into-spring-22321/page/2#post-2174639 Thu, 25 Feb 2021 20:14:37 +0000 Gisela 2174639@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Your boots are great! Great outfit. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/winter-into-spring-22321/page/2#post-2174623 Thu, 25 Feb 2021 19:06:42 +0000 Angie 2174623@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p><b>Lisa P</b>, retired and semi-retired life can put our wardrobe in flux at the best of times. I frequently see that with my clients. And with a year of COVID - <i>and counting</i> - on top of it all ....things are even more in flux and unsettling. Not to mention the doldrums of a Canadian Winter. Hang in there!</p> <p>In time, you will find the right style mix for your new lifestyle. Reread this:</p> <p><a rel="nofollow" href="https://youlookfab.com/2020/10/01/evolving-your-style-as-you-move-into-retirement/">https://youlookfab.com/2020/10.....etirement/</a>&nbsp;</p> <p>For now, make sure you like your black work outfits. Have fun creating with what you have. On your off days, tap in extra hard into what you feel like wearing. Soul search. Try to understand those needs/feelings, and satisfy them as best as you can with existing wardrobe items. When you think something is missing from your look, or you have an idea on how to evolve your style a little - write it down. Mull over it. Try not to make an impulsive purchase.... yet ;)</p> <p>FWIW, it looks like you are doing VERY well style wise! Far from directionless.&nbsp;</p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/winter-into-spring-22321/page/2#post-2174617 Thu, 25 Feb 2021 18:40:38 +0000 Anonymous 2174617@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Yes, Angie , I do need a warm weather black/white shoe! &nbsp;Probably a leather sneaker of some sort . &nbsp;Will have to keep an eye out !&nbsp;</p> <p>It probably makes sense to make a switch away from black to other colours, but I'm really directionless now without having a full-time "career" to dress for. I sort of feel that beyond dressing for my part time job, it doesn't matter anymore, which is unsettling. &nbsp;It's a strange feeling - exiting out of the workforce, and not having a life outside of it. &nbsp;Covid seclusion is adding to that feeling, I suppose. &nbsp;</p> <p>Thanks Gryffin, for your kind words - you really know how to make a girl feel good !&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/winter-into-spring-22321/page/2#post-2174605 Thu, 25 Feb 2021 18:16:38 +0000 Angie 2174605@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Now you need a warm weather version of those boots!&nbsp;</p> <p>I also meant to add to your other WIW post that it took me years to switch the black to dark blue in my wardrobe. I took my time, stuck to my budget and plan, and relaxed into it. I don't know if you want to switch out some of the black to earth tones in your wardrobe over time. But for the moment, it makes sense that you have a lot of black because of your dress code requirement at work.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/winter-into-spring-22321#post-2174599 Thu, 25 Feb 2021 17:55:58 +0000 gryffin 2174599@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Wow Lisa - this is sooooo elegant.&nbsp; First the boots are incredilbe and creating harmony with the pants/top.&nbsp; The long vest makes you look model thin, willowy and the handbag is classy.&nbsp; &nbsp;I really love you in this color combo, clean lines - it's plenty interesting but it doesn't distract from you.&nbsp; You look amazing and uber classy!! Love!! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/winter-into-spring-22321#post-2174531 Thu, 25 Feb 2021 13:59:43 +0000 RobinF 2174531@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Ooh, love this! That vest is fabulous and I so love those boots! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/winter-into-spring-22321#post-2174521 Thu, 25 Feb 2021 12:51:00 +0000 Anonymous 2174521@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Looks great- and glad you got warmer weather! I'm feeling olive for spring too this year.<br /> Think I need one of those car heaters! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/winter-into-spring-22321#post-2174514 Thu, 25 Feb 2021 12:24:40 +0000 lyn67 2174514@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>YLF, and the <i>magic</i> olive pants and the white soled boots just scream <b><i>Spriiiiiiing</i></b> -no matter if Canadian-still Spring!!!!:-)) </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/winter-into-spring-22321#post-2174479 Thu, 25 Feb 2021 03:20:59 +0000 Anonymous 2174479@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Thank you all for such great feedback and wonderful comments . I like knowing I’m headed in the right direction with my style . A common theme seems to be simple pieces with a statement shoe or accessory , and that’s something I can plan around . </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/winter-into-spring-22321#post-2174456 Thu, 25 Feb 2021 00:59:39 +0000 Suz 2174456@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Those boots make the perfect winter/ spring transitional item -- the white soles brighten them but they still keep your feet toasty and off the muck. Great choice! I like this simple outfit a lot and yay for spring temps!!&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/winter-into-spring-22321#post-2174359 Wed, 24 Feb 2021 14:45:18 +0000 catherine 2174359@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Once again, you look fierce, stylish, and confident. If I saw you on the sidewalk, I would take notes. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/winter-into-spring-22321#post-2174324 Wed, 24 Feb 2021 05:16:24 +0000 Bijou 2174324@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Lisa, this is a great outfit and nice to hear that your temps are moving into warmer territory. A big thumbs up to the big buckle Arizona's from me because as you say you will wear them to death - and given how hard wearing they are, that will be often that at even $210 it is worth it (in Australia Birks are similarly expensive). You are really hitting a style sweet spot - rebuilding your wardrobe with items that are fashionable without being so 'on trend' that in two months time you will be over them.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/winter-into-spring-22321#post-2174315 Wed, 24 Feb 2021 04:30:18 +0000 kellygirl 2174315@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Gorgeous! You look so chic! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/winter-into-spring-22321#post-2174314 Wed, 24 Feb 2021 04:28:36 +0000 rachylou 2174314@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Sharp!</p> <p>(And I cannot imagine 5c without a coat. It got to 20c+ here today. I switched... to a different coat... lol ) </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/winter-into-spring-22321#post-2174308 Wed, 24 Feb 2021 03:37:48 +0000 Gigi 2174308@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Great outfit! The boots really add the finishing touch.</p> <p>Your skin is looking really good! I didn't realize you weren't wearing makeup until you said so.</p> <p>Thanks for the tip about using accessories to add some lightness back into an outfit with lots of dark neutrals. My winter wardrobe is very dark, and I hadn't thought of using accessories to lighten things up.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/winter-into-spring-22321#post-2174298 Wed, 24 Feb 2021 02:29:20 +0000 Janet 2174298@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I agree with Helena. I think your style is so good. And earth tones look terrific on you. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/winter-into-spring-22321#post-2174297 Wed, 24 Feb 2021 02:29:01 +0000 Jaime 2174297@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>You look wonderful and agree those boot soles are just the thing. 5C is deep winter here, but I am sure it does feel like Spring next to -30! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/winter-into-spring-22321#post-2174289 Wed, 24 Feb 2021 01:18:32 +0000 Carla 2174289@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Fab as usual. &nbsp;I like your hair a lot these days. &nbsp;The extra length is flattering, and the colour has some warmth.</p> <p><div>I’ve been shovelling snow for two days. &nbsp;‘nough said.&nbsp;</div> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/winter-into-spring-22321#post-2174282 Wed, 24 Feb 2021 00:56:35 +0000 nemosmom 2174282@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Oooh I love these pants on you - the fit AND the color are fab! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/winter-into-spring-22321#post-2174276 Wed, 24 Feb 2021 00:31:49 +0000 slim cat 2174276@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Wonderful look - the boots, the bag and the chain that holds the mask - all complete and elevate the outfit! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/winter-into-spring-22321#post-2174267 Tue, 23 Feb 2021 23:38:40 +0000 Sal 2174267@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Great outfit - confident and casually cool (Three C's). </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/winter-into-spring-22321#post-2174264 Tue, 23 Feb 2021 23:34:41 +0000 Jules 2174264@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I made a post about my new Birks - they're almond with a green and brown resin buckle. For the quality and comfort I do think they are worth the price.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/winter-into-spring-22321#post-2174257 Tue, 23 Feb 2021 23:14:04 +0000 Anonymous 2174257@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Jules, I like Pink Martini too, and fortunately my favourite store these days sells it.  I am waiting to pull the trigger on the platform black Arizonas with the big buckles.  Why do they have to be $210??  I know I'll wear them to death though, so as soon as there is a whiff of spring in the air, I'm ordering  What colour did you get?  </p> <p>Irina - in my defence, I was in my car today  , not out walking , lol.  You know how much difference a bit of sun can make during the day, too   </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/winter-into-spring-22321#post-2174255 Tue, 23 Feb 2021 23:04:41 +0000 Jules 2174255@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Wow, this is so cool!<br />I've been admiring those boots on you and Janet and now seeing them paired with the chain purse that I own something similar too... well, it's a good thing I just got new Birkenstocks in the mail today to satisfy my wantsies </p> <p>PS don't see a lot of Pink Martini on ylf. My favourite local boutique stocked a lot of it before they closed :(</p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/winter-into-spring-22321#post-2174245 Tue, 23 Feb 2021 21:47:32 +0000 Irina 2174245@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>You look fab, Lisa, effortless and chic. Nice bag!<br />+5 here, too but I will be wearing my parka with a cashmere sweater underneath for our evening walk :)<br />But then again, I wear cashmere in June </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/winter-into-spring-22321#post-2174242 Tue, 23 Feb 2021 21:15:41 +0000 Anonymous 2174242@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Minaminu - it's warm today, thankfully, or I'd be far more bundled up. &nbsp;-30C was last week - lol. That's very typical of Canadian winter &nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/winter-into-spring-22321#post-2174241 Tue, 23 Feb 2021 21:14:35 +0000 Anonymous 2174241@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Thank you so much , Helena, that's a nice thing to say . &nbsp;You know ....I feel a &nbsp;lot better these days - physically - and I guess it shows. &nbsp;</p> <p></p> <p>Glory - you know it. &nbsp;It's been above zero for a few days now, and the young guys are coming into the gym in shorts - cracks me up.</p> <p>Mirjana - yes - +5 today. Minus 30 is nothing unusual in this part of Canada in February . &nbsp;We dress for it, our houses are built for it, and we have block heaters installed in our cars (which get plugged in at night). &nbsp;It's only as bad as one's attitude toward it &nbsp;- and thankfully it doesn't last forever &nbsp;</p> <p>Angie - thank you. And I agree that when wearing darker neutrals, that jewellery and other accessories should bring in some lightness and spark. &nbsp;I'm rarely drawn to brights, and always make sure I have something on (jewellery or a scarf , and a statement bag) that brings dark colours out of blah territory . &nbsp;I now want dark shoes with white soles in every iteration I can find !&nbsp;</p> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/winter-into-spring-22321#post-2174222 Tue, 23 Feb 2021 19:53:50 +0000 Helena 2174222@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Yay for the magic pants - different brand but very similar style, and they look AWESOME on you.</p> <p>This outfit and your last few WIWs - there is a sense of ease and confidence coming across that hasn't felt as present recently ... you seem like you are hitting your style stride again Lisa and looking amazing doing it. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/winter-into-spring-22321#post-2174220 Tue, 23 Feb 2021 19:28:34 +0000 Glory 2174220@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>A fabulous outfit! That is a major shift in temps. Almost balmy and I am betting you saw a few people in shorts and flip flops </p>