https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw-checking-in-1 Style Advice for Fashion Lovers en-US Sat, 11 Apr 2026 07:45:29 +0000 http://bbpress.org/?v=1.0.2 q https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/search.php https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw-checking-in-1#post-2156175 Wed, 25 Nov 2020 13:30:49 +0000 Christina F. 2156175@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Unfrumped - thanks, the boots are very cool!</p> <p>Bijou - thank you! Cozy seems to be the best thing right now. Things are so hard all around.,</p> <p>Joy, thank you for sharing this. To me, at age 41, the possibility of having the long haul virus effects is the most terrifying. My best friend has it, and it has ruined his life. No exaggeration. I know how it’s devastated older people, too.&nbsp;<div><div><br /></div><div>To be clear, I am not upset at my mom at all. I’d have expected her to attend the usual Christmas of my aunt, uncle and and two cousins. My family has not thought of her at all with their decisions to expand the gathering.&nbsp;She doesn’t want to spend Christmas with 15 people at my cousin’s place where there’s not even enough room for everyone to sit, plus she’s scared of COVID. &nbsp;She also doesn’t want to be alone. The mental health aspect of all this is important too, for sure.&nbsp;</div><div><br /></div><div>We are hoping we can go see her. The three of us would be reasonably safe in our own bubble, especially since we can self-isolate first.The uncertainty&nbsp;around my move out is the only problem, though we will have some say on that timing.&nbsp;</div></div> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw-checking-in-1#post-2156145 Wed, 25 Nov 2020 08:37:24 +0000 Bijou 2156145@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p><b>@Joy</b> - I am so sorry to hear of what you and those close to you are going through, very sobering stuff indeed.</p> <p><b>Christina</b>, it is so lovely to see you and your outfits are fab. Buying a Cookie Monster sweater and cosy flannels are great ways to look stylish and also soothing to wear. It is a dilemma how to stay connected with loved ones and celebrate Christmas this year and keep everyone as safe as possible, thank goodness for technology and virtual catch ups. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw-checking-in-1#post-2156136 Wed, 25 Nov 2020 06:02:18 +0000 Anonymous 2156136@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>These are especially hard times for older people (like me) thinking this could be my last Thanksgiving or Christmas. It is really hard to know what to do. I have chose. to stay safe at home but question the wisdom<br /> of that as life and time slip by so quickly. We have had too many dear ones die or have the virus but recovery is long and still ongoing. I doubt that they will ever be really themselves again. One is having tests done of each organ after her husband died of the virus and she is trying to recover. She is having a tough time physically and emotionally although supported by family and friends in small town Iowa. three dear friends have become widows over the last few months and DBIL has seen his dear wife die alone of the virus and is not doing well himself. He is very weak and still waiting u ntil it will be safe to have a funeral for her. You would feel terrible if you gave this virus to your mother, but I understand her feelings.<br /> I and sorry you are having all this stress on top of moving stress. Take care of yourself. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw-checking-in-1#post-2156038 Tue, 24 Nov 2020 19:44:28 +0000 unfrumped 2156038@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Boots are fab— they make simple jeans outfits very cool. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw-checking-in-1#post-2155956 Tue, 24 Nov 2020 15:00:06 +0000 Christina F. 2155956@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p><div>Thanks everyone for the sympathy on the family stuff. I know so many families are struggling this year over different approaches to the pandemic. I am glad my husband's family has agreed that it's all going to be virtual and apart this year--that's one less source of stress.</div><div><br /></div><div><b>rachylou </b>- good luck with that! My family eats early - it's a Portuguese thing, I think? It's actually not that bad, as it gives time to digest and unwind before dessert/coffee later on.</div><div><br /></div><div><b>lyn67</b>-we are moving from the Upper West Side to Bed-Stuy. So still in NYC, but from a tiny one bedroom into a duplex with way more space, huge closets, and a patio/yard space. Brooklyn has always felt like a different city in some ways, and it's an hour from where we are now. We always planned to move this year or next, so it's not a pandemic move per se, though the pandemic did make us prioritize private outdoor space... and Bed-Stuy is the place for that!<br /></div></p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw-checking-in-1#post-2155954 Tue, 24 Nov 2020 14:49:48 +0000 lyn67 2155954@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Congrats for a hopefully soon to be ended good deal and moving! (Are you moving out of NYC or stay? Always love your outfits always well grounded, stylish and practical.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw-checking-in-1#post-2155911 Tue, 24 Nov 2020 13:05:23 +0000 RobinF 2155911@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Moving is very stressful - exciting but stressful! Hubby and I did it last year and said never again! Great that your current place has sold though!</p> <p>Love the outfits. Great jeans and love that sweatshirt.</p> <p> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw-checking-in-1#post-2155909 Tue, 24 Nov 2020 12:53:53 +0000 Janet 2155909@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Congrats on the apartment progress — I know it’s hectic but hope you get everything settled soon! You’re looking great — I like that you hemmed the dress. And #2 is a standout winner! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw-checking-in-1#post-2155903 Tue, 24 Nov 2020 12:39:28 +0000 Anonymous 2155903@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Love the dress! And the move will be worth all the stress! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw-checking-in-1#post-2155899 Tue, 24 Nov 2020 12:32:07 +0000 kkards 2155899@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Grrrr...this year s*cks...sorry. Hope the move goes smoothly&nbsp;<br />but YLF. Agreeing with RunCarla #2 is a top 10. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw-checking-in-1#post-2155889 Tue, 24 Nov 2020 11:37:12 +0000 Lynne 2155889@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Sending strength, and hoping the move goes smoothly. Stay safe, x. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw-checking-in-1#post-2155880 Tue, 24 Nov 2020 10:17:39 +0000 Minaminu 2155880@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>You look great ! It must be very stressful now, but I am sure it is worth it once you have moved into your new place!! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw-checking-in-1#post-2155864 Tue, 24 Nov 2020 07:07:00 +0000 rachylou 2155864@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Looking cute! 1 and 7 are my faves :)</p> <p>Our holiday scheme is cook Thursday, eat, and drop off a plate to my one uncle. My mum doesn’t want to eat before four or five and yet doesn’t want to drive in the dark. Your guess is as good as mine! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw-checking-in-1#post-2155862 Tue, 24 Nov 2020 07:01:09 +0000 Jane 2155862@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>So good to know that your move is coming together. Lovely outfits. </p> <p>The stresses of larger or indeed any families shouldn’t be underestimated. Hugs. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw-checking-in-1#post-2155820 Tue, 24 Nov 2020 03:22:03 +0000 Jaime 2155820@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>You look fab despite the stress of moving, COVID and family dynamics - which is quite a lot! Dress is great, jeans outfits are terrific too. Good luck on the closing! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw-checking-in-1#post-2155770 Mon, 23 Nov 2020 22:27:47 +0000 nemosmom 2155770@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>So great to hear from you (and see you)! Glad to hear you have an offer on the apartment - that has to be a relief. Navigating family politics WRT Covid is super stressful - you have my sympathy!&nbsp; As always, you look fantastic (and I have mega love for your Cookie Monster jacket!) </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw-checking-in-1#post-2155750 Mon, 23 Nov 2020 19:33:46 +0000 Angie 2155750@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>oooh flannel! Nice :)</p> <p><b>Christina</b>, our little COVID family of three is staying very strict and safe - thank you. Good to hear you are too. Extended family can be stressful tricky business, and we all seem to get our fair share of it! Good luck and take care. xo </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw-checking-in-1#post-2155745 Mon, 23 Nov 2020 19:07:39 +0000 Christina F. 2155745@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p><div>Thans Carla! Moving is the worst but we plan to never do it again! Fortunately the new places is spacious and we can modify things as we get older. <br /></div><div><br /></div><div>Liesbeth, if we go to see my mom, it would just be her. My larger family has a yard with a firepit, so maybe I'd see a few other people briefly there with masks on. I'd ruled us visiting out as unsafe for my mom, but now it seems safer than letting her attend a large party out of loneliness and family pressure. This depends on whether we can self-isolate first, which is unclear right now. This year is so hard.</div><div><br /></div><div>slim cat - thank you!</div><div><br /></div><div>Angie, sort of twins! I did have that same shirt, but I decided it didn't me all that well, so I let it go after one season. I tried again this year with a flannel option of that same plaid, and it is in fact more forgiving! Button downs are hard to fit.</div><div><br /></div><div> I missed you too! My family is 4 hours away by car, so it's feasible to visit my mom relatively safely if we can self-isolate beforehand (which is the part I'm not sure about). I won't see the others in the family unless its outdoors; they live near my mom but not with her. Please stay safe in Seattle!</div><div><br /></div><div>Cardiff girl - it's very hard right now, for sure. My mom smokes, and seems unlikely to give up, so I'm especially worried. I'm also very angry that my family would pick this year to have their largest-ever gathering--it's because my cousin has a new baby and is asking both sides of his family to come to him.... in his small apartment... all at the same time. He's works in healthcare and it's just... unbelievable. I'm still really angry.<br /></div> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw-checking-in-1#post-2155737 Mon, 23 Nov 2020 18:08:02 +0000 Cardiff girl 2155737@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Love the dress.Family in COVID times,very stressful.Those most at risk ie the oldest are often taken ones pushing for the most contact.It’s very difficult and you have my sympathy.<br />l don’t find hosiery comfortable either.lve almost given up on tights and wear very lightweight leggings instead. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw-checking-in-1#post-2155733 Mon, 23 Nov 2020 17:56:51 +0000 Angie 2155733@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Looking fabulous, <b>Christina</b>! Lots of fun plaid and great casual jackets! Good to see you. Missed you....</p> <p>Great idea hacking the Boden dress a little shorter. GORGEOUS on you :)&nbsp;</p> <p>What a great time to nest! Wonderful you've found a buyer for the old apartment. The planets are aligning, and there is a lot to be thankful for.</p> <p>The state of WA went back into partial lockdown last week. Phase 1.5 and we were in Phase 2 (remote areas in Phase 3). Phase 1 is the Stay At Home order. It's okay! The new restrictions have not affected us at all actually. People here in Seattle seem to be very practiced at how to get through the restrictions this time round. It's calm here - for the first time since March.&nbsp;</p> <p>Is your family close-by?&nbsp;</p> <p>And are we shirt twins? </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw-checking-in-1#post-2155706 Mon, 23 Nov 2020 16:35:51 +0000 slim cat 2155706@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Pretty - #1, 2 and 6 fav outfits. Hope things will work out with a family and the future move - stay safe! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw-checking-in-1#post-2155704 Mon, 23 Nov 2020 16:29:32 +0000 Liesbeth 2155704@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Looking good! I'm both jealous that you might be able to celebrate with your family (which seems very unlikely here) and completely understanding of your frustration and safety concerns. Christmas parties can be so very emotionally charged even without covid concerns and constrictions :(. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw-checking-in-1#post-2155699 Mon, 23 Nov 2020 16:22:14 +0000 Carla 2155699@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Looking good Christina! &nbsp;#2 is a top 10 look. &nbsp;(Remember it for the year end outfit review.)&nbsp;<br /><div><br /></div><div>Gah! &nbsp;Moving is so stressful. &nbsp;Be kind to yourself.&nbsp;</div> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw-checking-in-1#post-2155682 Mon, 23 Nov 2020 15:36:35 +0000 Christina F. 2155682@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p><div>Hi all! I haven't felt too chatty lately, but I wanted to check in. It's been exhausting having one apartment on the market as we wait to move to the new one (I'll include some personal updates at the end).<br /> </div><div><br /> </div><div>I don't have a full-length mirror since I had my apartment painted, and won't get one until after I move. I took a few pics i the lobby My apartment runs warm but is unpredictable, and I have bought some flannels as they are good for layering and are warm but not stifling. (I had run out of flannel shirts that fit me--bad 90's girl!). I also got some Frye boots for my birthday.</div><div><br /> </div><div>Here are some outfits--aside from the one dress, it's mostly tops and jeans (or other comfy bottoms) right now due to the weather. I don't really want to wear hosiery to work from home. I don't find it comfortable at all.<br /> </div><div><br /> </div><div>1 Boden dress. I have since hemmed this dress 2 inches.</div><div>2-3 includes the new boots</div><div>4 Sweatshirt, jeans and house shoes</div><div>5 Flannel and new boots, with my short puffer</div><div>6 Very similar outfit! as umber 5!</div><div>7 I Felt a bit dressier. The pants are new and should be cropped but aren't on me at all. I may have them hemmed but will likely wait at this point till next Fall.</div><div>8 Bonus gear shot. I get a discount to Patagonia and they gave me an extra perent off for the the holidays, and I was looking for a fleece pullover. I refer to this fleece as my "Cookie Monster" fleece. Me want cookie!</div><div><br /> </div><div>Our apartment has a buyer--I think we have come to terms. We haven't signed anything yet, but it looks good. We should be able to close soon after we move, which is looking like late December or early January.<br /> </div><div><br /> </div><div><br /> Covid is increasing here in NYC as elsewhere. We are being cautious-some dining (outdoor only), walks, normal grocery shopping. We will spend the winter organizing and decorating our new home, anyway, and hopefully won't mind the isolation too much. I may have to visit my mother for Christmas somehow, since my family had decided to have more people for the holidays than usual (I'm so angry--family dynamics changed in the last year though.) I'd rather she spend it with just the two of us, if we can quarantine first, than either 15 other people OR all alone. The timing of our move may upend this plan, though.<br /> </div><div><br /> </div><div>Please stay safe everyone!<br /> </div> </p>