Oh! I thought of another one!

Developing an awareness of trends and being able to incorporate the ones that appeal while ignoring those that don't. I used to have absolutely no awareness of trends at all... just didn't even see them. Case in point: I wouldn't have realized that sock boots existed, or were a thing, without following YLF. And I just got my first pair and am pretty sure they'll be a versatile workhorse that fills a wardrobe hole. Meanwhile, I don't love most of the exaggerated sleeve trends or ruffles on myself, so I can leave those for others to enjoy.

Sterling, first, your threads are always interesting, insightful, and thought-provoking - thank you for them!

Couple of my key lessons:
- Enjoy what works and embrace a signature style (for me, all dresses, lots of navy with hits of burgundy).
- Focus on your lifestyle needs (I’ve greatly reduced formal wear to better reflect the frequency of use, and invested in some high-quality professional wear worn at least weekly).
- Be aware of what you buy and what you have (I keep track with lists, as some members do, which makes me more aware of any gaps, keeps me on track with one-in one-out, and helps me devote most of my wardrobe to professional wear, then weekend/lounge wear, then formal wear).
- Be patient and picky, and realize it’s always a journey (much as I’d love to feel “done!”).

Ha, how I like this kind of threads! Thank you Sterling. I will read all the interesting answers later, during lunch break, as a treat :).

I learnt so many lessons from YLF. Here are some: shop for your dominant season, shop for your lifestyle, shop with a plan. Last but not least I realized something that I had never suspected in my life: I am a minimalist at heart. This was enlightening!