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deb

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This has not been the best month for me. A few months ago I had some medical issues and the docs changed my meds and needless to say, I feel out of whack. Really, quite frumpy. The clothes I usually feel good about are just not doing it for me. I know it is illogical to purge my closet feeling like this but my clothing helps me overcome the physical and mental issues that happen.

When I chose these outfits I thought I looked good but looking at the photos I see they are off. Maybe it is time to adjust my wardrobe to help me adjust my attitude. Does this help anyone else?

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Anonymous

I don't see frump here! I think you have great shoes, and I really like the silhouettes you created! I especially love the top in 3, and the white blazer in 5 looks awesome.

texstyle

(website)

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I don't think these look frumpy but maybe it is just time for some style changes in your life. Everyone goes through periods where they want a change. What look are you striving for? Do you want to be more edgy, more boho, more on trend? You could make smaller changes by just adding a few key pieces, or mix things up a bit with what you already own, right?

Glory

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I agree with Ceit - I don't see any frump here at all. I think you have a great selection of items and have put them together very nicely.

missvee

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I'm sorry to hear that you've had a rough month, but it's not reflected in your WIWs. I particularly like 2 and 3 with their black and white colour palette. And I love the bright pink top and shoes in 1. What do you think you'd like to change?

rachylou

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You look smart I love your pairing of raspberry and burgundy. And your photoshoot partner there

But yah, I regularly need to shake myself awake when it comes to my closet.

Nicole D

Veteran

2, 5 and 6 rock totally! I adore #6! You are wearing frump goggles, honey! All of those outfits look fresh and pretty. Hope you feel better and don't knock yourself - but if you feel like a style refresh, have fun with it!

Makrame

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You sure look good to me! And what a beautiful backdrop for your photos. I especially like 1, 3, 5.

amiable

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Well, I'm sorry that you fell frumpy, but you don't look frumpy at all to me. My favorites are 3,5 and 6, but they all look fabulous!

Anonymous

None of these looks are frumpy at all.

I love no.4.

Suz

(website)

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Oh, my goodness! I think I just found my fuchsia-fabulous twin! You look spectacular in shades of deep pink/ fuchsia, Deb. When I read the title I was sort of expecting soul-sucking beige, and then to see you instead just lighting up your garden....well....to me, that is not frump.

I especially like the silhouettes and combinations of 3, 5, and 6, and as others have said, you have sensational footwear!

I think it is probably a question of tweaking and editing out those items that no longer make you feel as fab. We all go through times like that. I find for me, old favourites can be the worst culprits. I know it looked really good, once...and I loved it so, that I can't really objectively notice the wear when it's showing its age.

Beth Ann

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I don't see frump at all, and I think 3 and 6 are very sleek and fresh. Sometimes a tweak in our style can give our mood a boost. Do you have a Pinterest inspiration board or an idea of what looks and items you'd like to incorporate?

TraceyLiz65

(website)

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There is absolutely no frump in sight. Look again and see that these looks are all very put together and deliberate...Sorry you have been out of sorts, wishing a wonderful June!

unfrumped

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Usually, don't make sweeping changes when things might look a little better soon.
I especially like #1, 4, and 5. The slight volum- top with some shoulder structure over slimmer skirt/shorts in # 1 looks good, and the color is very good, and the structured blazer looks fantastic as well .So I don't think you need drastic changes--just keep trying some different combinations.

Did you read Angie's outfit creation post this week? That really stimulated my thinking on making new and better outfits and then keeping track of which ones are the fabbest.

deb

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Texstyle, I think you are correct. Maybe it is time for a change. I also think that my view of myself may be off so it is hard to be objective.

Suz, fuchsia is one of my favorite colors and I would be more than happy to be your fuchsia-fabulous twin. I wore # 6 today and felt especially frumpy. Not so much with the color but with the shape. I love my silk full skirts but cannot find a silhouette I like anymore. I have been trying Angie's full skirt/top combo, http://youlookfab.com/2013/04/.....ll-skirts/, but I am just not liking it as much as I did at first. I love my shoes and wish I could adjust my body to have a head and legs and feet only. Then I could wear my glasses an shoes.

Caro in Oz

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I think you have some great pieces here & I wouldn't do anything major until I was feeling better. Having said that I'm all for wardrobe updates

When I feel like this about my wardrobe I pick out 5 or 6 items of clothing that I love & try to work out what it is about them that works. Also what is it about the ones I don't like. Sometimes finding the answers to these questions gives me the momentum to move forward.

Wendi1984

I like your outfits! I also wear a lot of various pinks. Maybe you just need a few new accessories to shake things up and make your outfits feel "fresh" to you. I just picked up a couple statement necklaces to make my plain knit tops look more stylish, and it's really helped. Do you like scarves? They're a fun way for me to play with color without spending too much.

Sara L.

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I don't think any of these are frumpy or dumpy either. All of these are good outfits. Maybe a more fitted top in #6 would make you feel better about that outfit? You have great shoes and every outfit has just the perfect pair.

Mia

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No frump at all (I particularly like the red jeans outfit) but if you don't feel great in your clothes right now I totally understand.
You have some great advice from others about how to move forward.

cjh

(website)

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Sorry you're feeling kinda down in the frumps, but by looking I would say you are definitely not! Tex suggests edging it up a bit maybe by a couple of new accessories, and may I be so bold as to suggest looking at a shorter, sharper hairstyle? The one that comes to mind is a short bob with slightly longer front edges. One of the forum members is what I'm thinking of. I'll try to find a link.

Here http://youlookfab.com/welookfa.....lack-white

It's the other Deb!

Angie

(website)

Fashion Stylist

I'm sorry you've been struggling with your health, Deb. Really hope it's all sorted soon.

Definitely NOT frumpy. I absolutely love #6!!!

Jaime

(website)

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Honestly you look great and not one bit frumpy. I especially like #1, 3 and 6. But I am very in favor of focusing on a positive thing you can control, like your wardrobe or style direction, when you are feeling a bit out of control due to health issues or other stress. It works for me!

MsMaven

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Having some physical issues myself and I can commiserate.

However, I have to say--your doggy stole the show for me. I'll have to go back and look at the photos again and try not to look at that incredibly chic companion you have.

deb

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Thanks, MsMaven. # 4 is my big boy Zeus and 5 and 6 is my girl Gaea.

Anonymous

Oh Deb, I feel ya! I'm sorry you've been a bit out of sorts, but things look fine on the outside! I love the full skirt/cardigan outfit, and it looks very Angie inspired. These are great, modern looking casual outfits. I love your gladiator sandals. I had to giggle when you said you loved your shoes and glasses but it was the part in between that felt off. At least you have the most important things sorted! Maybe you're in for a new style direction? Either way, know that you and your doggie look fab!

Carla

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Ah, sorry to disagree! First I'm really liking the specs, and shoes. Then the great legs, and beautiful skin. Crisp clothes in great colour combinations, classic with a modern take. # 2, #5, and # 6 my faves, but only because I made myself pick favourites.

Hope you are feeling better soon.

bj1111

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You had me at pink sandal! Bold color choice, but so soft in the outfit.

Health issues do have a way of making us feel less than our best, but frumpy is not the word i would choose for this set.

Lyn D.

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Your 'in-betweens' are FAB!
Especially like pic #3- the sweater shape looks so on-trend, especially with the white skirt!

Ingunn

(website)

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I'm sorry to hear you've had a tough month, and hope things turn for the better soon! This doesn't reflect in your outfits, which are not frumpy at all. I love fuchsia and red on you! My favorites are #2 and #6.

lyn67

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NOOO! That's not frumpy at all!!! Very well put together, I like colours and silouttes here (my faves are 2,3 and 5). Sorry you've had a tough month, hope it's all OK, now! Have fun with fashion by SYC in a creative way-it will hopefully help to get a bit of a lift in your mood!

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