Wardrobe edit - S/S Sweaters - YouLookFab Forum

I have finally recovered enough from my lower back issues that I have started caring about clothes again
I still need help when putting on socks and shoes because bending is still painful, and trousers are challenge too. But I managed to put on this dusty pink pair to try on all my spring and summer sweaters. And first time in more then two months I put the bra on. Unfortunately none of my bras fit me any more and they are also very uncomfortable. And it is not just that I am not used to them any more but underwire is pressing in wrong places. Very strange. I have to figure out my new bra size somehow.
This is my hole s/s sweater collection. Some of those sweaters I have duplicated in different colors- in that case I tried only one color. Some of them are brand new with tags still on, and some are 10+ years old.
I would appreciate your input regarding the fit, style and color. I would like to let go of 5-6 of those and already have some that I am considering but would like to hear your opinion first before relieving my contenders. I usually wear sweaters under blazers or jackets, so those that are more bodycon will probably will not be worn on their own. And also not all of them go with this pants, some are too short and probably better with different types of bottoms, please ignore this - I haven’t style them into outfits.

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4 years ago

Helena

Veteran

Wow, Anchie, this is tough because really they all look great to me! What a good collection.

I will give my suggestions but caveat that I am being super-nit-picky because otherwise it's too hard to say what to eliminate!

2, 4, and 9 are rather similar. Of the three, I prefer 2 and 9 over 4. You could probably let go of 1 or even 2 of these?
1 and 11 are similar, even though I think 11 is more of a pink shade and 1 more gray? I have a slight preference for the pink.
14 is nice but the colour palette reads more fall/winter to me than spring/summer.
2 and 10 are similar - they are both very flattering, but you could probably eliminate one without losing the functionality in your wardrobe.

So glad you are recovering, and hope you are staying safe and healthy!

Bijou

So lovely to see you. I love the colour and fit of your pants. You have a lovely selection of sweaters. The thing I noticed was that 1, 4, 6 and 13 looked a bit big on you. I love the yellow sweaters the most. As for bras, that is going to be hard to deal without getting a proper fitting. Maybe try a bralette or a sports bra that does not have any underwire. I find these less difficult to fit. Uniqlo has some nice ones that are reasonably priced. I hope things only get better for you from now on.

slim cat

Pretty collection of tops/sweaters. I think that some of them are for home wear only - like #1 and 6 ( maybe #4 ).
I like the fit and look of those the best: #5, 8, 10, 12, 15 and 16 ( I'm partial to the print and texture over solid and neutral tops ).
The tops that look too big now are : #2, 3, 7 to my eye.
Some of them are fine but don't look as great as others ( or maybe it's me ) : #9, 11, 13, 14, 17.
I love how pants fit you and that soft and pretty color combination in #16. Agree on the bralette possibilities - something soft and gentle on the body sounds like what we need now.

rachylou

Well, I know I really like 8, 11, & 12... glad you’re feeling better!

Suz

(website)

So great to see you and I'm so happy that your back has healed enough for you to get some range of motion. What a long period of pain you have had.

I agree wholeheartedly with Bijou on the fit of 1, 4, 6, 13 being a bit big for you now -- even on the shoulders on some of those.

The others all look great and look as if they fill different uses to me, so ---

Angie

Fashion Stylist

GREAT THAT YOU ARE FEELING BETTER!!! WOW. What a happy turn around. Did you have an operation, anchie?

I'm with Bijou and Suz: #1, 4 and 6. Too big. Rest looks great. Your tops fit like my own. Tailored and fluid.

anchie

it seems that we are all more or less in agreement - I was thinking of donating #1, #4 and #6 definitely. I am also considering of editing #2 and #13. #5, #14 and #15 are oldest, between 5 and 10 years old, and I am somewhat bored with them but they are still in great condition.

Angie , I didn’t have a surgery. I got it approved by my health insurance but then it got complicated because of pandemic and fortunately while I was trying to arrange it I started feeling better. It may still be needed, I just don’t feel like now is good time to stay in hospital.

Makes sense! What do you attribute the recovery to?

I think it is mostly healed with time and with me being very careful and patient to not putting any pressure on my back for weeks. Turning point was when I started Wim Hof breathing technique and cold showers, but it could be just a coincidence.

How is your back issue, have you fully recovered?

Jane

So super that you are feeling better. It is lovely to see you. It is a great collection of sweaters. I would let 4 6 and 10 go. I think they look too big.

The colour of 1 is stunning on you.

I’m going to look up Wim Hof breathing now.

The Cat

My favourites for you are 2, 9 and 16. Plus 14, which I would save for W/F, however.

By the way, the colour of your pants is BEAUTIFUL on you.

ophelia

They all look great on you! (I would) Keep! The only ones I would move out are 2 and 12. The body cons don’t look tight at all.

Sal

I think 4 and 6 are a bit large and I would move those on. I am not in love with 14 on you (I see the jersey rather than you).

Aside from that - you look wonderful. The yellow and coral are especially good as is the white. I love 8 9 and 12 on you the most!! But many are good basics for layering or wearing for work, and your colour range is great.

Excellent, Anchie. WOW!

I am about 80% there with my back. It's taking a LONG time.

Gretchen

SO great to see you and your lovely sweater collection!
I'm glad you are feeling better - back issues can be so difficult to manage.

I love your sweaters. Can we share closets? My top pics would be the yellows and the prints.

Zaeobi

They all look nice but I think the shorter & half sleeve silhouettes are a slam dunk on you - they have more of a modern classic, 'retro bombshell' feel

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