Inge, you really touched on something personal for me. I have always considered myself a happy, well adjusted person. I don't brood and I always try to see the light side of things. So, I wouldn't go so far to say, I was depressed or anything. But now I look forward to my day much more. I get excited about picking out my outfit, I have much more confidence at work (actually asked for and got a raise this past month!), and I am just generally a happier person because I feel so much better about myself. And it's not like I felt bad about myself before--I thought I looked good.

I saw T&S's episode with the 70 year olds, Inge. It was my favourite episode. Mind blowing.

This is strange. According to my blog aggregator Nicole posted an answer here about 48 minutes ago. I can read it there, but it hasn't appeared on the forum apparently.

Can anybody else see it?

(Don't start crying Nicole, I copied your text because you had the same problem yesterday or this morning and had to type everything again - would you like me to copy/paste it for you below?)

Thanks Inge, that would be great!

I've been having that problem here as well. The first person to post on page two--their stuff isn't showing up anymore.

No problem Nicole!

So this is the answer Nicole posted at 18.04u (Brussels time):

Inge, you really touched on something personal for me. I have always considered myself a happy, well adjusted person. I don't brood and I always try to see the light side of things. So, I wouldn't go so far to say, I was depressed or anything. But now I look forward to my day much more. I get excited about picking out my outfit, I have much more confidence at work (actually asked for and got a raise this past month!), and I am just generally a happier person because I feel so much better about myself. And it's not like I felt bad about myself before--I thought I looked good.'

Exactly Ana! I had the same problem last week. Also with a post that would have appeared first on page two of a thread.

And I feel the same way, Nicole. When I know I look great, I just feel much more confident. And it shows; in the way I hold myself, in the way I approach people, in my mood (I tend to smile more), I feel like I can take on more and can achieve more and apparently that works (your raise being a very good example, big congratulations by the way!!). And all that because of the clothes... It's quite amazing actually, how something as 'superficial' as the right outfit can boost your confidence in such a way and can influence everything you do - and what's more, allows the real you to shine. (and I don't think I'm being overly dramatic here)

Nicole and Inge, my eyes are watering. Know that I look forward to seeing and feeling you shine in your “confidence-boosting-outfits” as much as you do.

ps. brilliant news about your raise Nicole!

I was happier about my confidence and courage in asking for one, than I was about the actual raise. I never had that kind of confidence before. And even better than the money, I will now be entitled to 17 days of sick/vacation paid leave. Since I'm P/T, that is actually more lucrative for me than the actual raise. I think I also raised awareness to my boss that he needs to review everyone's compensation packages. Which translates into happier coworkers. So, yeah, I felt pretty good about the whole thing! (and I owe it all to you and the YLF forum members!)

Wow Nicole, this is great news! Congratulations!

BRILLIANT, Nicole. I am extremely touched and very happy for you. I'm sending you three Dutch kisses (we kiss three times on the cheek in Holland) and a huge hug!

Nicole, that's wonderful news. I am very touched as well. Big hug for you!
( my BF&I call it "the bear hug". He provides the appropriate sound effects

That's absolutely amazing Nicole, I'm so happy for you!
And thank you Angie (virtual hug)!

Interesting. As I expected, I came out a cornet. The article was a good read too. I certainly don’t think this works for everybody, but the advice is good for me. Asymmetrical wrap tops give me curves. Fitted tops and fluttery skirts work great to balance out my broad shoulders and small everything else. I’m not so sure about the single button coats, and I don’t know what they mean by “angular dresses.” As far as the things to avoid, they are on target too. Shapeless dresses make me look shapeless. Scooped necklines show off the gaping hole I have between my tiny boobs; no cleavage for me. And shoulder pads make me look like a quarterback. I’m not sure about avoiding platform shoes, but I don’t like them because they make me trip anyway. I also don’t understand how ¾ length sleeves would do bad things for my silhouette. The cut-away sleeves are advised again, but my arms are thin enough that that I don’t mind emphasizing my shoulders some. I actually think it balances out my over all shape since my bust is so small.

That said, I’ve never sat down and watched the show. I’ve seen bits and pieces of it several years ago, but that’s all. So have I got this straight, Clinton and Stacy are the US hosts on WNTW and Trinny and Susannah on the UK version? From what I’ve read here, my voice teacher and one girl at school must love the show, because they both follow the formula just about every day and wouldn’t be caught dead in any shoes without pointy toes.

Congratulations on the raise Nicole! You are right, Inge. Flattering clothes can totally change that way I look at myself. Just the other night my husband and I were sitting at home and watching a movie. I got kind of depressed because the actress (Liv Tyler) looked so perfect and I don’t. Her skin is flawless, she has perfect pouty lips, and the perfect hour-glass body, etc. My husband was playing around with me and I wasn’t really playing back, so we talked about how I didn’t feel sexy at all, especially compared to perfect actresses on TV. We turned off the TV and after dinner I changed out of my boxy t-shirt and jeans into my new white skirt and one of my new tops and we went for a walk in the park. It’s amazing what that outfit did for me; by the end of the evening I actually felt alluring.