2023 Check-in - YouLookFab Forum

At the end 2022, my wardrobe had 85 pieces and it now counts 88.

I bought 27 pieces, 16 of them were direct replacement and the remaining 11 were adjustments to align with my 2023 goals. I did a lot of editing and feel it is still unfinished. I guess Annie's post on checking in the 2023 style goals is a good point to look at where I am and heading for the final quarter of the year.

Identify my style descriptors and start taking pictures to improve my style. - Ongoing. I am taking few pictures every now and then and have listed out few words for a descriptor but my confidence is still a challenge.

Review shoes and boots based on lifestyle and heel’s height and replace as necessary. - CHECK
I donated 4 pairs and replaced 3 shoes and it's finally a dream to walk/get dressed in the morning! I may decide to donate another pair before the end of the year.

Invest in the right underwear/essentials pieces to fit with size changes.

- CHECK
Underwear and essentials have been replenished and bra fitting has revealed that I was wearing the wrong size. Getting an appointment with a professional bra was one of the best moves of the year! Planning to make it an annual habit.

Choose seasonal pieces which works for the UK and FR weather in a smart casual environment and experiment different textures.

- CHECK and Ongoing

Pieces added so far can work with both climates.

Continue to buy preloved and when possible replace black pieces with navy or light neutrals.

- CHECK and Ongoing

Getting there! I have added 4 preloved items (pictures below) which are helping to test different styles and colours that I slightly unsure. Neutrals (especially light neutrals) are very appealing during these time. I did not purchase a single black piece so far!

Create a capsule of accent accessories, tbc if metallic, turquoise or camel.

- CHECK and Ongoing for turquoise and metallic belts - not sure camel would suit me and if I should look into a sand or beige colour.

Sorry for the long post! If you have any suggestions or comments, I'd be very grateful as I fell I am hitting a wall at the moment.

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8 months ago

Runcarla

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Like you, I’m feeling the pull of light neutrals, and when I look at what I’ve acquired in 2023, more than half the items are white, beige, or light blue.

How are those Eileen Fisher Pabst working out? I love the look of them.

Anonymous

I like the light dress! Buying preloved things is a good strategy to try new styles. Plus, often consignment shops hang things by color, so you can see the shade differences straightaway.

Jaime

(website)

Sounds like you are doing very nicely. Very inspiring to hear that it is a dream to get dressed after the cull. Beautiful second hand gems too!

Star

Well done! Sounds like you are on track. I love the colour of that blouse, on my screen it is a cross between a pink and a beige, very pretty. Sometimes that colour suits me and sometimes not at all. I have to be very careful with beige, camel and blush.

Angie

Fashion Stylist

WOOOHOOO! You are doing brilliantly, Minaminu! WELL DONE.

Happy feet with new shoes that go the distance = there is no substitute!

YES to replacing neglected wardrobe basics!

YES to replenishing with neutrals that are more to your taste. It's a process. Slow and steady wins this race.

I feel your confidence coming through!

Minaminu

RunCarla, we could be twins! Most of my 2023 purchases were cream/beige/blue! The Eileen Fischer trousers have an interesting boyfriend cut and the material (mix of hemp and cotton) is very nice to the touch and dries superquickly.

Suntiger, indeed! it's also great to reduce the environmental impact. There are few trusted brands that I feel I can buy online as I know their sizing.

Jaime, thanks! Hoping to have another edit/adjustment this autumn as I've got few things that haven't been worn for a couple of winters.

Star, IKWYM about pink! It can be a challenging colour and it is difficult to find the right one. The colour of the blouse is very similar to pink clay, I think it works well for people who are a Summer type.

Angie, you are too kind! Slow and steady wins the race, indeed.

Joy

I have been collecting more neutrals. Most are light. Light brown is still hard to find. I hope to add more in the fall.

Dee

Style descriptors can be a bit of challenge, I think seeing my items in photos helped me see certain patterns in my clothing silhouettes and helped me better define my style.
All and all you seem to have a good handle on you wardrobe, I love the soft colour palette you’re leaning towards.

Sal

You are doing well! Your new additions are very soothing, modern and elegant.

I think the end of a season can be hard. I always feel that way at the end of winter- over my clothes and not sure what to wear.

And comfy shoes - big big tick.

bj1111

Really like how you have ongoing activities. Esp an articulated process for “tryout “ colors or item types

I’m Way too goal oriented to enjoy the process —wind up abandoning mid progress or charging to “check” without real introspection.

Suz

You are doing brilliantly! It sounds as if you're getting much closer to a closet that works effortlessly for you and aligns with your style goals. The footwear updates/ replacements will make a huge difference, I'm sure. When our feet aren't happy, we're not happy! Ditto about the underwear. If you have changed size and shape a new bra will do wonders!

I like your second-hand purchases and agree it is a great way to try out a new colour or silhouette. Those light neutrals read as so calming and sophisticated to me.

Joy, I can imagine light brown would work nicely with your colouring!

Dee, a soft palette is indeed what I am after this year. Good point about taking pics to determine style and descriptor!

Sal, thanks for the kind words! I think wrong shoes affect the posture and make it more difficult to smile.

Bj1111, I guess this is the only way that I know so that I can spice up some silhouettes and shapes!

Suz, so right" it's amazing what the right underwear does!

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