2021 plans and 2020 evaluation

I've been mulling over my 2021 clothing plans, and finally made a moment to write them down.

I'm planning a very restrained year, as I bought (for me) a lot last year* and want to get the wear in for those items
I need more gear, so another pair of running shorts, maybe some new tops
my knicker collection is in dire condition, time for some replacements there. Plus one everyday bra. A pair of leggings
I'll need replacement fashion sneakers and by summer, 21/22 work sandals and maybe casual sandals #
Replacement hoodie
In the nice to have category - a sleeveless work blouse (largely because I can't find the one I normally wear) and a new casual high summer dress - the last ones are 4 years old but this is a want because I have 2 in good condition.

2020 good buys

Cue dress
dotted shirt dress
chub rub undershorts
double sided leggings
denim jacket
running shorts (longer)

2020 bad buys

#Ecco sandals - this is their second summer and they are still not comfortable - my little toe slips out and the straps on top rub. I want to keep trying though. Note to self - if the shop assistant says you need a size 35 in a brand, believe her even if it cuts out most options!

Thoughts and responses welcome.

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3 years ago

anne

Veteran

Also, apologies for no photos. It's weird - I can see the photos when I look on my phone, but when I try to add them they only have the most recent ones

Eta. I have managed to upload some now.

rachylou

Nice and clear!

unfrumped

Admire your list-making! I am trying to do better at that, so this will encourage me.

Stagiaire Fash

Sounds like a good maintenance plan, which is just what you need.

About the pix—on my phone (iPhone SE) I need to click “all photos” in the top right corner of I want to go past the most recent 20 or so. Maybe that will help.

Thanks Rachy, unfrumped and Fashionintern.

Fashionintern, thanks for the advice. I'm on Android and I looked to see if I could replicate your thoughts but couldn't, but got it to work finally by the old turn it on and off again method!

Like the old joke. https://www.reddit.com/r/Jokes....._in_a_car/

kkards

Great outfits, especially like the dresses...
re bad buys...if the shoes aren’t comfortable after 2 years, they are never going to be comfortable. I know that you have benefited from people passing clothing to you, and I’m going to suggest that these shoes which are not working for you, could be someone’s dream shoe, pass them on.

Helena

Love these outfits! A solid and we'll thought out plan. Great job! And btw ... per your other post, my opinion is post away!!! We're hear because we love reading them

chirico (Chiara)

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That sounds like a good plan to me. I love the black dress, It looks great on you!

Fashiontern I was thinking of the running joke from the British comedy The IT crowd - I hadn't heard the version you linked to

Kkards - you are probably right about the sandals not working but I'm not quite certain and I want to give them a bit more time. Mainly because my feet usually need time every summer to adjust to any pair of sandals. I think that even if I do replace them in the position of everyday casual sandal I may keep them for something like going to the beach (I tend to keep my sandals until the soles literally crack apart)

Thanks for the encouragement Helena and Chirico.

I'm thinking of adding a new bag to my 2021 list too, but trying to work out what form to take. Because of Covid I take my laptop etc home with me each day I work, I also ride my bike into work in the summer. Both things mean that I'm just using my backpack. My handbag for non working days is big and a bit cracked. Wondering about getting a smaller one that I can either tuck inside my backpack or keep at work for going out at lunch. Still pondering. I tend to just take a shopping bag out at lunch which isn't a super classy look!

nemosmom

This is a great list and suits the lifestyle you describe! Love the outfits you posted, too.

Bijou

Your outfits are great and much love for the Cue dress - that is such a useful work dress. Sandals are really tricky, I find it hard to get it right with even 'comfort' brands too.

RobinF

Great dresses! The sandal issue is tough, toe slipping out would drive me absolutely crazy but since you have them it might be worth another try.

Angie

Fashion Stylist

Good to hear that wardrobe basics and wardrobe essentials will get some attention!

Looking fab in those wide crops in #1, and #3 is sooo pretty

Anonymous

Wow to the lbd!

Sal

You look great Anne in all of these and your plan sounds sensible. Shoes do keep on wearing out don't they!

Have you got a good backpack - I am thinking of getting a "cool" backpack/laptop bag this year - there are some really good practical ones out there that look fantastic. With the casualisation of the workforce and working from home - etc - I do think that a smart backpack might be more useful than a handbag.

And I think you should pass on the Ecco sandals - sell them - and put the money to a comfortable pair.

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