This thread is riveting! Thank you, Suz, for asking these questions! The collective wisdom, insight, and advice is SO awesome!
Your journey really resonates with me, and I'll stay closely tuned to this thread and closely watch your 'progress' (Hope that doesn't sound stalkerish!) I'm gleaning what I can . . .
I'm finding I really agree with what Vix had to say about avant garde maybe not necessarily being the real goal. I LOVED your Banff outfit you put together with the booties, jeans, black(!) jacket, etc No avant garde pieces, but one strongly chic outfit.
You just asked, "What is it about ONE jeans and jacket outfit that feels perfect while another one does not? This is the question I need to answer for myself." Once again, you've articulated it beautifully
Anyway, carry on! I'll be watching and learning! and cheering you on
P.S. What part of last year's coat purchases do you consider a 'mistake'? I thought you looked totally fab in them! You might just want to add in another more architecural coat this year to round out the choices . . . ?