https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw-223-some-jan-feb-outfits Style Advice for Fashion Lovers en-US Wed, 15 Apr 2026 04:00:46 +0000 http://bbpress.org/?v=1.0.2 q https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/search.php https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw-223-some-jan-feb-outfits#post-2102475 Thu, 27 Feb 2020 15:11:48 +0000 Chris987 2102475@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Thanks <b>Laurie!&nbsp;</b> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw-223-some-jan-feb-outfits#post-2102276 Wed, 26 Feb 2020 17:05:19 +0000 Laurie 2102276@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>PT and home exercise can definitely become a full-time job, and kudos to you for being disciplined. Glad you are getting the benefits.</p> <p>Echoing Kelli and the others that you certainly LOOK amazing. The color palette with the burgundy, blue, camel, grey is working great on you.</p> <p>Continued good luck with the back and shoulder! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw-223-some-jan-feb-outfits#post-2102262 Wed, 26 Feb 2020 15:39:08 +0000 Chris987 2102262@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Thanks <b>Joy! </b>Vacuuming is not any worse than many other "regular" activities for me.&nbsp;</p> <p><b>LeDonna</b>, thanks for the comments on the fit of my pants. I try on a LOT of pants/jeans before I find ones that work and then I very often buy duplicates, and keep them a LONG time.&nbsp; I also sometimes look at the finds of fabbers with similar body shapes as mine to see what brands they wear. Sticking with brands that work also helps, although not 100% of the time.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw-223-some-jan-feb-outfits#post-2102194 Wed, 26 Feb 2020 07:38:17 +0000 Ledonna N. 2102194@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Hugs to you on your healing and pain free days. Trust I know about PT and O.T. for my ZiJoy </p> <p>You look fabulous and most important seriously beautiful clothing for your body. I always love the pants you wear because I’m hippy and your pants fir you so well </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw-223-some-jan-feb-outfits#post-2102181 Wed, 26 Feb 2020 06:20:08 +0000 Anonymous 2102181@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Considering going through such a rough time. You look fabulous. Do not vacuum.. Hire it done if needed. It is more pain inducing than anything I know. DH has taken over ours and is still looking for the perfect machine. Especially avoid trying to do stairs. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw-223-some-jan-feb-outfits#post-2101752 Mon, 24 Feb 2020 17:20:17 +0000 Angie 2101752@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>*happy dance*</p> <p>Thank you. xo </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw-223-some-jan-feb-outfits#post-2101701 Mon, 24 Feb 2020 15:09:57 +0000 Chris987 2101701@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Thanks <b>RunCarla!</b>&nbsp;My hair has a lot of wave and when layered it is a lot of work to maintain., so I'm letting the layers grow out and am not sure where I'll go next.</p> <p><b>Brooklyn </b>- sorry to hear about your situation, or on a more positive note - high five to my rehab twin! Not what we would like to spend our lives on, I'm sure, but you've gotta do what you've gotta do. Yes, it sure is important to get on with your life. I have some days when I just can't, but more days when I can.</p> <p>Thanks <b>Shevia..</b>.taking charge IS what I've been doing but my body is sometimes still the bratty kid who won't behave. I'm liking warmer colors more too.</p> <p>Thanks<b> torontogirl</b>. I only took photos on days when I thought I looked ok During the worst of Dec and Jan I wasn't exactly photogenic :-)&nbsp;</p> <p>Thanks <b>Suntiger, Bijou, Janet, RobinF, Christina F</b></p> <p><i><b><u></u></b></i><b><i><u>What a wonderful </u></i></b><b><i><u>community</u></i></b><b><i><u>&nbsp;this is!!! I guess we all know it but gotta say it again.&nbsp;</u></i></b><i><b><u></u></b></i> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw-223-some-jan-feb-outfits#post-2101681 Mon, 24 Feb 2020 13:34:48 +0000 Christina F. 2101681@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Sorry to hear you’ve been going through some stuff. I hope you heal quickly. </p> <p>I love the camel coat in #2, and the pop of red in #7!! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw-223-some-jan-feb-outfits#post-2101678 Mon, 24 Feb 2020 13:28:00 +0000 RobinF 2101678@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>That sounds pretty rough, sorry you are going through it.&nbsp;</p> <p>Agree with everyone about your outfits, they look great and you have a&nbsp; nice scarf collection. Love the bag and coat. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw-223-some-jan-feb-outfits#post-2101675 Mon, 24 Feb 2020 13:09:27 +0000 Janet 2101675@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>It's good to see you again! Three hours a day is quite a lot to commit to, so well done, and I'm glad it's helping. That kind of pain is really awful, I know. One would never know of your struggle to look at you and your fab outfits. You're looking great and it's good your wardrobe is in a good place.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw-223-some-jan-feb-outfits#post-2101673 Mon, 24 Feb 2020 12:56:27 +0000 Bijou 2101673@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Chris I have missed you too. So sorry to hear about your (and Brooklyn's) backs. That relentless pain is horrible. 3 hours a day of rehab is a massive commitment, well done on prioritising your health and just doing it. I am so glad that you are getting results from all your effort.</p> <p>Your wardrobe is in a great place, you look fantastic. I particularly love the camel coat.</p> <p> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw-223-some-jan-feb-outfits#post-2101668 Mon, 24 Feb 2020 12:26:33 +0000 Anonymous 2101668@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Great to see you again, but sorry you're having pain Yes to just a few goals each month! Love that camel coat especially and that periwinkle is a great color for you too! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw-223-some-jan-feb-outfits#post-2101666 Mon, 24 Feb 2020 12:22:18 +0000 Helena 2101666@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Gosh, you look amazing, especially for someone whose been through so much. Sending healing thoughts your way. Amazing how the beige accents look so on point right now - YLF! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw-223-some-jan-feb-outfits#post-2101585 Mon, 24 Feb 2020 03:20:34 +0000 Jaime 2101585@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Chronic pain is so challenging physically and emotionally, but you sound like you have taken charge. And you look fab! I especially like you in the warmer colors like 2,3 and 5 but all these outfits are great! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw-223-some-jan-feb-outfits#post-2101557 Mon, 24 Feb 2020 00:36:14 +0000 Brooklyn 2101557@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I empathise, having suffered from chronic back pain since May of last year. Having pain everyday is very tiring (for the spirit as well as the body). I’ve made some moderate progress but have also been spending a huge amount of time each day doing rehab exercises.<br /> Anyhow, you are still looking fab. And it’s important (I’m told) to get out there and on with your life. Well done! My faves here are 1 and 5. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw-223-some-jan-feb-outfits#post-2101502 Sun, 23 Feb 2020 20:11:03 +0000 Carla 2101502@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I like you colour story, but I especially like you in the camel that works so beautifully with your hair. &nbsp;Also, your hairstyle with the fringe (#1) is lovely.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw-223-some-jan-feb-outfits#post-2101492 Sun, 23 Feb 2020 19:52:21 +0000 Chris987 2101492@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Thanks so much <b>Angie!</b>&nbsp; I do love that coat! I stopped my hunt this season for a new wool winter coat, but maybe next fall/winter I'll find something similar that's actually warm enough for my winters :-)&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw-223-some-jan-feb-outfits#post-2101490 Sun, 23 Feb 2020 19:49:50 +0000 Chris987 2101490@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Thanks so much<b> slim cat! </b></p> <p><b>Cardiff Girl</b> thanks and you are so right about chronic pain. I need to wear that leopard print sweater more The blue is a color I like but for some reason do not reach for that often.</p> <p><b>Kellygirl</b> thanks for the kind words! </p> <p><b>Rachylou</b>, thanks, and what an awful story! How could you possibly do 8 hours a day of exercise and hold down a job and eat and sleep? I'm retired so the three hours are doable, but your situation sounds far worse. Glad it is in your past </p> <p><b>Suz</b>, thanks so much! And yes the L&amp;T merino Turtlenecks are fantastic...no pilling, no itching, always look good, and lightweight enough to work on slightly warmer days.&nbsp; Plus they continue to carry petite sizes. Easily layered over and under as you said. I have black and lavender ones too. I also bought a crewneck navy one which is equally fab and more wearable into spring. BTW you are right about L&amp;T cashmere, I bought three crewnecks in blue, olive, and rust late last year and they are pretty good but do pill. I'm glad I bought them on sale. I think the quality used to be better. Hah, tipping my hat to&nbsp;&nbsp;<b>TorontoGirl </b>for "Best Year Yet!" </p> <p>Thanks <b>Joyce B!</b></p> <p>Thanks <b>Catherine.</b>&nbsp;I have worn scarves forever it seems, sometimes because I like what it adds to an outfit, but in winter I wear them to cover my neck if I'm not wearing a turtleneck, because I run so cold. I tend to keep them for a long time but try to be mindful of how styles change. The square style with a point hanging down in front is a more modern look to my eye. I bought the olive one shown here specifically to go with the olive pullover. The white/black tattersall one was a thrift find and I've been wearing it a lot; it adds a nice bit of lightness to my mostly dark winter wardrobe. Glad to inspire you!&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw-223-some-jan-feb-outfits#post-2101486 Sun, 23 Feb 2020 19:38:03 +0000 Angie 2101486@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p><b>Chris</b>, I'm glad you're on the mend. That's the most important thing despite the tediousness of the PT and the exercises. Welcome back! I've missed you to.&nbsp;</p> <p>And on top of that, you look better than ever - WELL DONE.&nbsp;</p> <p>You look especially SUBLIME in the camel coat with cognac accents! I'm wowed. Rock on.&nbsp;</p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw-223-some-jan-feb-outfits#post-2101470 Sun, 23 Feb 2020 18:23:28 +0000 catherine 2101470@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Your outfits all look so well put together, and I especially like your use of scarves. This is something that I have tried and not been successful, so I am now inspired. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw-223-some-jan-feb-outfits#post-2101469 Sun, 23 Feb 2020 18:18:49 +0000 Joyce B 2101469@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>You have fab outfits. Sorry that you have not been feeling well. I hope you are on the mend. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw-223-some-jan-feb-outfits#post-2101467 Sun, 23 Feb 2020 18:11:34 +0000 Suz 2101467@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p><b>Chris</b>, it is so wonderful to see you post -- I've missed you! <b>SO</b> sorry to hear you are having such a rotten time with the pain; it sounds dreadful. I'm really glad to hear that you have focused on dealing with that and are experiencing some improvements. Here's the the return of light and flexibility.</p> <p>You look sensational -- very glam in that camel coat, and the colours in #4 are delicious on you as well.&nbsp;</p> <p>Aren't those Lord and Taylor merino t-necks the greatest? I am working on my second one, a repeat in the same colour. I wore the first one so much it developed irreparable holes after a while...I find I wear mine the most while travelling. For some reason it layers really well (I can layer under and over it) and so when I need added warmth or a quick layer to remove it works beautifully. I bought one of their cashmere sweaters and didn't care for it as much -- it's this classic merino that seems the best. I am considering adding to my collection. :)&nbsp;</p> <p>Glad you are finding <i>Best Year Yet</i> a useful addition! It's made a world of difference to me. I think I found it at a time of career transition and it helped orient me to a new reality. Something like that. But all credit is due to <b>TorontoGirl,</b> who put me onto it!&nbsp;</p> <p> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw-223-some-jan-feb-outfits#post-2101464 Sun, 23 Feb 2020 17:28:22 +0000 rachylou 2101464@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Oh no! I’m sorry to hear you’ve been dealing with pain. Glad tho the PT has given some improvement. You look great tho for all of it, if that’s a consolation. </p> <p>When I became diabetic, I was misdiagnosed as type 2... I was eight hours a day exercising, literally, and of course it did nothing and was probably even a super bad idea. Anyways, I know how interesting it is to try and schedule exercise like that. Ack! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw-223-some-jan-feb-outfits#post-2101455 Sun, 23 Feb 2020 17:00:08 +0000 kellygirl 2101455@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>"All about comfort and warmth." Boy, can I relate to that. I'm sorry that you have not been feeling well. I know how frustrating that can be but it sounds like you are doing everything you can to make it better. I hope improvement continues. I must say that you could never tell you were feeling anything but great based on your outfits. Your style has never looked more confident and polished! Love all of these. So happy to see you post! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw-223-some-jan-feb-outfits#post-2101452 Sun, 23 Feb 2020 16:51:45 +0000 Cardiff girl 2101452@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Chronic pain is really miserable and can drag you down so I am glad that you can see some progress.A very well done for sticking to your rehab,3hours a day is a big commitment but you will reap your reward I am sure.You look very put together in all these outfits I especially like the leopard print top and the lighter blue top is a smashing colour on you. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw-223-some-jan-feb-outfits#post-2101449 Sun, 23 Feb 2020 16:15:25 +0000 slim cat 2101449@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Sorry to hear you've been not feeling well, back pain is occasional problem for me too. <br />On a plus side - you look lovely in all your outfits!<br />Great bag/boots game and fun scarfs. Favorite outfits #1,3,4 and 6.&nbsp;<br />Hope you will be doing better and better with your exercising/walking&nbsp;<br />plan and post more of your fun outfits.</p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw-223-some-jan-feb-outfits#post-2101443 Sun, 23 Feb 2020 15:38:16 +0000 Chris987 2101443@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>It’s been ages since I posted anything, although I do read YLF every day. It’s been a rough few months. The issues with my back and shoulder blade muscles that I thought were mostly resolved came back in November and I was miserable. The PT I have been working with revamped the walking/exercising/etc routine I was doing. Since Mid December I’ve been spending 3 hours a day on this routine, at home and spread out over the day, and have seen huge improvement, but scheduling my days around those three hours has been interesting to say the least. I’m still experience mild pain on most days but am back to most regular activities and am doing well on getting my energy levels back to normal. For the second year in a row my early December birthday was awful :-(. On the plus side all the walking and exercising have caused me to start losing a bit of weight which is something I want to do more of. I have had to mentally let go of any assumptions of how things will progress in the future, but I am hopeful.  The days are getting longer and spring is not far away  </p> <p>I am working on defining goals for the year (using “Best Year Ever” at <b>Suz’</b>s reco), but I’m choosing just a few specific goals each month. For Jan and Feb my only goals were to do the 3 hours a day of rehab and attempt to get back to all my usual activities without too much pain. I did meet the goals for the things in my control, and things are improving.  I wanted to disconnect some from social media but have made exactly ZERO progress on that I did buy a few items in Jan/Feb, including much-needed replacement boots &amp; hats for winter daily walks and some other HEWIs, and have started some spring shopping.</p> <p>Here are some outfits I’ve worn in the past few months, in no particular order. My wardrobe is working pretty well. I know the quality of these photos is not great, but I honestly haven’t cared much about it or my wardrobe in the past few months. Some of the pieces are shown in finds. These are all outfits I wear outside the house - when I’m staying home I wear fleece, jeans, wool socks, house shoes...all about comfort and warmth. </p> <p>• denim jacket, navy merino tneck, grey jeans, brown booties, brahmin cross body.<br /> • ….same with brown coat, on a feb day when it was unusually warm<br /> • tan merino tneck, burgundy faux suede jacket, lucky jeans, grey booties<br /> • blue cashmere crewneck, grey jeans, white print scarf, grey booties<br /> • olive cashmere crewneck, olive scarf, black jeans and booties<br /> • grey leopard cashmere crewneck, black puffer vest, black jeans, white plaid scarf<br /> • red cashmere tneck, mid blue jeans, black puffer vest, black booties</p> <p>...and the bags &amp; coats I’ve been mostly wearing this winter. I always have a long sleeved thermal layer underneath the sweaters. I’ve been wearing these grey and brown Naturalizer booties a lot, because we've had less snow, slush and ice than usual.  </p> <p>All comments and suggestions welcome, as usual! </p>