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Emergency! We need to revive Angie! What "don't" do you never do?

Beth

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OK, I know that's possibly the most ungrammatical sentence ever, but we have an urgent situation here:)

I never wear athletic shoes out. I don't even own a pair. I stick to Cons, flats, boots, or sandals for casual wear.

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Mo

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Lots, thankfully! No mom jeans ever graced these hips in my life even circa 1990! I don't 'borrow' oversized warm jackets from the BF. I wear stylish coordinated PJ's - not oversized worn out tees and boxer shorts. That's what first comes to mind while I awake with my second cup of coffee

Anonymous

Let's see: PPL, I am militant about proper pant length. VPL and VBL are to be avoided at all costs.

I don't wear athletic shoes out of the house / gym either. I am never seen outside of the gym on my workout clothes but I can see why people do it, it's a hassle to change. I just feel weird taking the train with a bunch of people in my gym clothes.

Mo

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Not to hijack the thread but, Zap, I wonder how that VBL can be avoided? I am not necessarily a heavy person but I always seem to have bra indentation marks. I used to wear a 34B until I measured and realized I'm 32C but that didn't help eliminate it. What am I missing?

ETA: I am referring to seeing your bra cut in along your back (aka: backfat) from through your clothing. I hate this look but, barring shapewear, don't know how it can be avoided.

chewyspaghetti

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I think the VBL refers to the bra showing through your clothes, not on your body. Marks from your bra on your body are perfectly OK.
I never wear my workout gear anywhere but the gym.(and it's pretty cute workout gear, if I do say so myself!)

Angie

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Feeling ever so slightly stronger, but not much.

Louise

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Ignoring the cuffed skinnies I always have PPL (I hope! if I ever don't it's unknowingly!!)
I never wear workout gear out (though I never workout either!!) x

Anonymous

Mo - In response to your ETA, I think the back issue can be minimized with choosing the proper bra band. It matters where the band cuts into your body.

It took me a while to realize this but a proper bra fitting is a must. It makes such a difference on how your clothes feel and look. I know this is the bare minimum but as of recently, I only keep two or three good bras on rotation, until they fall apart or they do not longer fit appropiately.

April

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I never wear gear outside my house unless I'm trimming hedges or shoveling snow or something equally gear-worthy. (But never to, for example, attend soccer games, even when it gets really cold.)

I never wear ankle pants or long pants that are too short.

I carry my work things in a leather BR tote in "YLF green" and never in plastic grocery bags.

And to the end of each of those sentences, you can mentally add the word "anymore."

Queen Mum

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I own one basic t-shirt that I only wear to color my hair.
My gym shoes are strictly for the gym... (other than that unfortunate trip to Office Depot yesterday
I can't even comprehend the thought of leaving the house with my hair wet.
I don't own a single item of fleece wear.

And for extra credit points... I arrived at the hospital to deliver my last 2 children with my hair done and make-up on. My first 2 were middle of the night trips, so they don't count.

Mochaccino

Beth, I don't own athletic sneakers anymore either. Maybe Im wrong, but it seems like sneaker addiction is really rare on YLF. I'm gonna have to buy some if I start working out again like I always swear Im going to do. Im afraid I'll only work out once but keep wearing the sneakers.

Mae

How about this one: I always have fun with style.
Bonus: I pay close attention to PPL.
Bonus x2: I do not wear gear outside of the house unless I am exercising outdoors.

Anonymous

Great thread, Beth. I carefully watch PPL as well as length of tops with skirts and pants. I've almost no gear at all and that doesn't get worn. Jeans and clams with stretch are just as easy and comfortable to wear exercising. Tees are only worn to exercise or are for wearing to peek out from under a jacket. Athletic sneakers are gathering dust or used for gardening while cute athletic flats see all the action.
No more "big shirts" or elastic waisted pants.

Maya

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I never wear gear, own no athletic shoes, never wear flipflops outside the house, don't own any Uggs or anything comparable, always wear pants at PPL, don't wear any tshirts even though I'm allegedly at the age to do it, and even my loungewear is cute if I do say so myself. I don't wear it out but I'm always good to open the door if the UPS guy comes (and he comes with startling regularity).

Kim

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I don't own any Uggs either, even though I'm in the right climate for it...

I NEVER wear my athletic shoes with anything but gear.

I would like to say I never wear my gear out, but I'm not there yet. In my defense I only wear it on the way to and from the gym, or when I'm out running, and *occasionally* I stop at the grocery store on the way home from the gym to pick up a few things. (Since YLF I try to avoid this, but sometimes poor planning gets the better of me! LOL)

I kinda figure it's OK cause I really *have* worked out, not just trying to look like I did...LOL

No way am I showering at the gym when I only live 5 minutes away...Ewwww!

I do not ever leave the house without my hair and makeup done (exceptions are made only for early a.m. long runs..)

I don't ever have VPL and now I'm getting concerned with PPL...

marianna

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I'd like to think I commit no YLF sins! I do not wear gear, no incorrect PPL, no t-shirts, etc etc etc. Feeling any better, Angie? Sending lots of tea your way.

Late Bloomer

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"(other than that unfortunate trip to Office Depot yesterday ;-)"

Just once in a while I make a run to Walmart without changing from my wear at home clothes.(Jeans and casual button front shirt.) It's just too easy to excuse it by thinking that everyone looks like crap at Waldmart.

The good thing is I am feeling more self conscious all the time when I do it. Sometimes all I'd need to do is add a blazer and change shoes to spiff it up.

If I've been hiking in the nearby mountains I will wear hiking boots, jeans etc to fast food or the store on the way home. I don't think that is out of place in an outdoorsy western town and the mountains don't have any changing rooms.

Kari

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I am very strict about making sure that I have a bra that fits and supports me properly, and will bite the bullet to purchase an expensive bra that works on me as opposed to making do with a cheaper one that only gives so-so support.

I only wear gear for actual gear situations - going to the gym, yoga, camping, jogging, biking, hiking, yard work, zip-lining, etc. I consider flip-flops gear for going to the beach and the pool only. And I've made it a priority to upgrade to some cute and well-fitting gear clothes that actually make me want to work out!

I only wear basic tee shirts (as opposed to nice knit tops) for going to bed or situations that legitimately require gear. And they only make rare appearances, since I prefer my cute pajamas and workout tank tops anyway.

Despite what I mentioned in the "don'ts" thread, I am careful about PPL, which is difficult when weight loss or gain causes my jeans to hit at a different height on the floor - I'll only wear them with the shoes that actually give me PPL. Though sometimes the pants length creeps up on me throughout the day and I end up wearing non-PPL pants by default.

I'm not willing to make do with a less than fab haircut and glasses!

taylor

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Angie this is for you")

I don't even own gear:) ..
only1 pr. tennies in the garage. I can't tell you the last time they were worn.
don't own conventional flip flops...1 pr. Ann Klein leather thongs worn only at Hotel/resort showers.
High 5 Kim...Full make-up for baby birthing...of course didn't look so great at the end of it all:)
Don't own a conventional T-shirt
Never leave the house without hair and make-up....if I did people would say "who's that"?.

I hope you are feeling the breath of life again:)

Sparky

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Let's see ~ the "always have fun with fashion" rule would translate into a don't this way: "don't forget to always have fun with fashion." I am very good about following that.

Oh, and one more ~ I own one pair of athletic shoes and they are ONLY used for exercise.

ETA: Taylor's post reminded me of another: my flip flops are ONLY used for the beach or the pool. I have always felt this way about flip flops. Maybe this gets me a bonus point: my kids are only allowed to wear their flip flops (and the one pair of crocs one of them was gifted) to the beach and pool too. I can't tell you the number of times they ask to wear them to school/play outside in the yard/wear when we go shopping, etc. I, broken record that I am, repeat: "Those are only for the pool or the beach. Are you going to the pool or beach? Then no, you can't wear them."

MsMary

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I don't leave the house without my face on. Way too scary!!

RandomThoughts (Andrea)

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Never have VPL, no Uggs, no flipflops out of the house or away from poolside, no athletic gear as errand clothing, no sweatpants or sweatshirts EVER, no oversized t's, jackets, etc, no athletic shoes unless doing athletics, I am now very conscious of PPL and most of all I always try to have *fun* with fashion rather than feel bogged down by rules.

celia

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I'll try to help a little.
I never have VPL, ever.
I don't wear gear except in situations when I'm actually exercising, not even to go or come to the gym.Ever(thank my european genes)
Never borrow any of my husband clothes.

(and my big contribution is not sharing what I shouldn't do but do in the other thread )

cloud9

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I've never owned flip flops (except one pair for the swimming pool!) Always thought they just looked sloppy.
No track suits/yoga suits for me either.
No athletic shoes besides walking/running/sporty activities.
I do not wear standard crew neck T shirts of any kind... they had to be at least a bit fitted and lower/scoop/v necked.

As for back fat, I have them even without a bra... wah wah! And I have not found a shapewear that works to get rid of them, helps but not all the way.

Lisa

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Save flip flops for the beach, and public showers (ie such as the gym, my feet do NOT touch the floor).

Uggs, make me go ugh! Don't own a pair, and never will not even the slippers. I got the one's with sheep on them in the YLF store instead.

I don't own any boxy shaped t-shirts, not even for horseback riding.

My running sneakers are only worn to run and lift weights. I won't even stop at a 7-eleven in them for tea.

I make a proper cuppa tea every day.

Angie

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Fashion Stylist

Beth, thanks for starting this thoughtful thread. I was getting low on air

But felt stronger with each passing comment! A very big hug to you all

jen321

I don't wear "gear" out unless I am going to workout. I call them workout clothes. Never heard that term until I came on here. I don't wear sneakers with my regular wardrobe. I don't wear a ponytail everyday, eventhough I stay at home. I never borrow hubby's clothes. I don't own any Uggs. Hmmm I think that is a good start.

LeahJanes

No uggs outside the front step. No chipped nail varnish on toes or fingers - ever. No gear anywhere except where that gear is being used (pool, hiking etc). I think I break all the other don'ts - I'm sorry! At least I have fun doing it

Marley

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Never leave house without hair and make-up "done." Wear flip flops only to the beach. Only wear athletic gear when working out. Experiment a LOT with my style - and have GOBS of fun!

catgirl

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I never hesitate to consider all fashion options, input and critique. Other than that, I'm afraid I'm still quite the sinner so I'll hush up now.

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