https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw---no-spending-mode Style Advice for Fashion Lovers en-US Wed, 20 May 2026 10:40:13 +0000 http://bbpress.org/?v=1.0.2 q https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/search.php https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw---no-spending-mode#post-1965566 Tue, 16 Oct 2018 05:24:06 +0000 Anonymous 1965566@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Your outfits look fab. Sometimes one needs to take a break. So much is slushy feeling and inferior yet I.bulk at spending much on polyester or acrylic as it has a short life span </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw---no-spending-mode#post-1965561 Tue, 16 Oct 2018 04:24:49 +0000 Jessikams 1965561@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>And I think you’re really onto something with the mental shift. For a few years I lived in a place with no shopping. No seeing anything new and shiny in store windows, no catalogue images, nothing. And everything in my household felt...fine. Better than fine: I recognized how fortunate I was, to have all that I need. Then I moved back to consumerist reality, and suddenly my sheets were dingy, the towels unacceptably faded, the shoe situation was disgraceful, etc. It was kind of a shock. I guess the ideal is in between: not to be a ragamuffin, but not a flashy big spender either. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw---no-spending-mode#post-1965559 Tue, 16 Oct 2018 04:19:30 +0000 Jessikams 1965559@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>You look wonderful in cozy scarves, socks, wraps. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw---no-spending-mode#post-1965543 Tue, 16 Oct 2018 03:17:07 +0000 Anonymous 1965543@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>3 &amp; 9 are my faves, really like those outfits.<br /> I am trying not to shop too, thanks for the extra motivation. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw---no-spending-mode#post-1965542 Tue, 16 Oct 2018 03:09:38 +0000 Jaime 1965542@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>You look great in blues/teals. 1 and 9 stood out. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw---no-spending-mode#post-1965525 Tue, 16 Oct 2018 01:20:10 +0000 Like the Season 1965525@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Thanks, everyone, for the kind words and encouragement!</p> <p><b>Jane</b>: Yes, taking time to reflect is indeed a good idea. Wish I would have done it before buying all the things. ;)</p> <p>Thanks, <b>Cardiff girl</b>,&nbsp;<b>nemosmom </b>and <b>Wren.</b></p> <p><i><b></b></i><b>Julie</b><i></i>: The more the merrier! And I love how you and Wren call it a "journey." That sounds right. :)</p> <p>Thanks, <b>Sara L.</b> and <b>Sterling</b>. This change in perspective will be helpful, I think.</p> <p><b>Suntiger</b>, maybe you can put things in a holding zone until you're sure?</p> <p><b>Lisa P</b>, interesting, isn't it?</p> <p><b>Barbara Diane</b> and <b>Runcarla</b>: Nodding in agreement with both of you.</p> <p>Thanks, <b>Angie</b>!&nbsp;</p> <p><b>Katerina</b>, you are always so kind. The top in #4 is the cardigan in #7. Supposedly, it can be worn seven ways, but I've only figured out three so far. :D</p> <p>Thanks, <b>jill58</b>. :)</p> <p> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw---no-spending-mode#post-1965481 Mon, 15 Oct 2018 21:29:28 +0000 jill58 1965481@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I love your style--casual and pulled together. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw---no-spending-mode#post-1965480 Mon, 15 Oct 2018 21:26:06 +0000 Katerina 1965480@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Gorgeous outfits! The colours in no 1 are beautiful on you and what a cute and interesting top in no 4.<br /> Happy for you succeeding with your temporary no shopping goals and finding joy in your current wardrobe. Good for you! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw---no-spending-mode#post-1965466 Mon, 15 Oct 2018 20:48:09 +0000 Angie 1965466@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>KILLER all round.</p> <p>You have your style down, down, down.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw---no-spending-mode#post-1965458 Mon, 15 Oct 2018 20:32:48 +0000 Barbara Diane 1965458@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I like your cozy outfits.</p> <p>I often find that that when I'm not looking for new clothes, my creative ability increases. I very much enjoy the satisfaction I derive from trying new combinations and making new outfits. I derive lots of satisfaction from remixing and using more frequently the items that I already own. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw---no-spending-mode#post-1965453 Mon, 15 Oct 2018 20:16:11 +0000 Carla 1965453@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I thought I would need to shop a bit after the recent closet edit, however I find that I actually DO NOT have the urge! There are plenty of clothes to wear, and all items that I like. Since I'm working on an updated style statement, I've decided to suspend shopping until I have completed my style homework and posted the statement on the forum! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw---no-spending-mode#post-1965447 Mon, 15 Oct 2018 19:49:17 +0000 Anonymous 1965447@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I have this experience too - when I'm in a non-buying mode. &nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw---no-spending-mode#post-1965445 Mon, 15 Oct 2018 19:44:37 +0000 Anonymous 1965445@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I like the teal especially, but your wardrobe looks very cohesive. For the same reason, Im in no shop/wardrobe evaluation/closet edit mode too, but worried the editing is going to make me dissatisfied with my wardrobe. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw---no-spending-mode#post-1965432 Mon, 15 Oct 2018 19:10:32 +0000 Anonymous 1965432@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Periods of non-spending are really healthy for the psyche.&nbsp; It is interesting how your brain reset after a mere two weeks.&nbsp; Congratulations.&nbsp;&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw---no-spending-mode#post-1965430 Mon, 15 Oct 2018 19:04:50 +0000 Sara L. 1965430@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>That's an interesting observation about your perfectionist tendencies.&nbsp; Nice group of outfits - I think you have some great pieces to play with during your no-spending challenge. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw---no-spending-mode#post-1965429 Mon, 15 Oct 2018 19:00:37 +0000 Julie 1965429@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Love this. Thanks for sharing. I think I will join you in the no-spending challenge.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw---no-spending-mode#post-1965426 Mon, 15 Oct 2018 18:47:08 +0000 Anonymous 1965426@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Also on a no-shopping journey.... these outfits all look so casually-comfortable, while still presenting a visual cohesion and "finish"! Inspiration here for my working-from-home-office days. Thanks for sharing! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw---no-spending-mode#post-1965424 Mon, 15 Oct 2018 18:39:31 +0000 nemosmom 1965424@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I am excited to follow you on your no shopping journey! It looks like you've come up with a great variety of outfits from your closet! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw---no-spending-mode#post-1965410 Mon, 15 Oct 2018 18:02:25 +0000 Cardiff girl 1965410@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Well that sounds like a result for taking a break from shopping.Well done you. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw---no-spending-mode#post-1965402 Mon, 15 Oct 2018 17:36:14 +0000 Jane 1965402@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Yay to enjoying your wardrobe more. And to being less critical. </p> <p>Well done with setting yourself a challenge. </p> <p>Your outfits look so well pulled together to my eye. The colours look good together and I especially like the teal outfit.</p> <p>And it’s always helpful to take a moment to reflect. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw---no-spending-mode#post-1965400 Mon, 15 Oct 2018 17:28:17 +0000 Like the Season 1965400@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>After a bit of a shopping spree and resulting hangover, as of Oct. 1, I'm challenging myself not to buy any new clothes or shoes for the rest of the year.&nbsp;</p> <p>Just halfway into October, that has already created an interesting mental shift. When I'm in "wardrobe-building" mode, I am very critical of all my existing pieces -- even when they're actually fine. I keep thinking I can find a superior piece that will be more versatile, feel more like me, fit better, last forever, etc. In other words, my perfectionist tendencies really kick in.</p> <p>In no-spending mode, though, those critical thoughts are easing. I'm using more of my wardrobe -- even pieces that aren't ideal -- and enjoying my clothes more.&nbsp;</p> <p>Most of my new items are waiting for colder temps. I'm looking forward to incorporating them but feeling pretty content at the moment. </p>