WIW With No Power - YouLookFab Forum

Hi,

It's been a long 5 days with no power or heat! But we finally got both back today and I'm nice and warm again. The devastation in NJ is amazing. And gas lines are very, very long. Hubby and I are sticking close to home, trying to conserve fuel. My area still is mostly unpowered. I want to hug every utility worker I see right now. I am very thankful for power!

While we were waiting out the aftermath of Sandy, here are some outfits.

#1-No Power Day 1
Thinking the power loss would only be for one day.

#2-No Power Day 2
The house really started to get cold. My solution was to start wearing my Coldgear running clothing. I had the hoodie covering my head all day.

#3-No Power Day 3
Cold and depressed, full Coldgear outfit with lots of layering. The highlight of the day was wandering the neighborhood talking to neighbors. One neighbor had a generator powering a Keurig and even though I prefer tea, that was the best cup of coffee.

#4-No Power Day 4
Trying to feel like I am not so isolated I dressed as if I were going out. As you can see from the outfit recap below, lots of layers again. My fleece lined tights were very handy!

#5-No Power Day 5
We finally got power back today, and I am very happy to repeat yesterday's outfit with less layering.

Thanks for looking!

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13 years ago

Lisa

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Outfits:

#1-No Power Day 1
Sweater/Jumper-BR, Navy LS T-Tommy Hilfiger, Green Jeans-Blue Essence, Booties-Coconuts by Matissee 'Bobby'

#2-No Power Day 2
Sweatshirt-Under Armour Coldgear, White LS T-Tommy Hilfiger, Jeans-Lucky Brand 'Sweet n Low', Fleece Tights-QVC, Black Sneakers-Rockport

#3-No Power Day 3
Sweatshirt and Sweatpants-Under Armour Coldgear, White LS T-Tommy Hilfiger, Navy Turtleneck-AT, Fleece Tights-QVC, Black Sneakers-Rockport

#4-No Power Day 4
Grey Sweater/Jumper-Theory, White LS T-Tommy Hilfiger, Purple Turtleneck-INC, Fleece Tights-QVC, Jeans-AT 'Modern Slim', Booties-Coconuts by Matissee 'Bobby'

#5-No Power Day 5
Grey Sweater/Jumper-Theory, Black LS T-Tommy Hilfiger, Jeans-AT 'Modern Slim', Booties-Coconuts by Matissee 'Bobby', White Scarf-ATL

Suz

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Lisa, so glad you are okay and that life is getting back to normal for you.

Love the bookending of those booties with the cuffs and collar of your sweater in #1 (and your hair).

Love outfit #1, period!!

MNsara

Aww, 5 days? That gets old and, for you, cold! You managed to tough it out and looked pretty cute even in #3's full defense gear!

I'm glad your power is restored. Yes, those utlity workers are extra valuable these days. I wonder how they manage so many days of around the clock work/repair?

Raisin

Oh my that sounds awful! Glad you're all ok. You still looked pretty cute for having no power. I think you're allowed to look like a slob in those cases though!

Angie

Fashion Stylist

I'm just so glad that all is well in your home again, Lisa. Thank goodness you were one of the lucky ones.

You have KILLER no power style

Sveta

Lisa, I am so glad you are OK after the storm! 5 days without power is a challenge for sure but can you imagine this in January instead of October? At least it was not freezing outside...
I like how you took the cold in stride with your outfits - nice job!

Kirti

Glad things seem to be calming down. I think #2 and #3 look warm and cosy

Suz-Thanks! I'm looking forward to going to work on Monday, just to start a routine again.

MNSara-Thanks! I assume they are working in shifts. Or maybe lots of red bull drinks.

RunnerRae-Thanks! After a while, you can't help but dress for comfort. All our neighbors were wearing sweats and flannels.

Angie-Thanks! I figured the brighter the better when dressing with no power.

Sveta-Thanks! I can't imagine going through this in January. Toughing it out at home would not have been an option in freezing weather.

Kirti-Thanks! I am happy to see things slowly going back to normal. It's nice to see some progress.

Isis

You look fab even in gear, Lisa!

We were without power for 3 days after a hurricaine about 10 yrs ago---it does make you appreciate electricity! Fortunately our gas BBQ was fine and we had a burner on it to heat water---I couldn't have made it without my morning coffee!

My sympathies to you and your neighbors; its is a traumatic experience!

Anonymous

WOW! Hurricane Chic!
Loving the boots on the last picture, big time! I'm glad you got power back!

Caro in Oz

So glad you got your power back. Love those boots with your hair.

Jjsloane

So glad to hear you are plugged in again! You looked way better than I would have with no power.

Glad that things are working out for you, and that you have suffered nothing worse. And wearing bright colours was, well, brilliant.

Alecia

Thank you for posting these. I'm so glad you have power again. These pictures, which reflect something to which I can relate, drive home some of what people are going through.

Jaime

Wonderful news about the power coming back and great outfits with or without it.

Isis-Thanks! We were able to cook food because our stovetop is gas. An outdoor grill is on our wishlist for next year. Along with a generator.

Zapotee-Thanks! I'm glad you made it ok with the storm.

Caro and Jjsloane-Thanks!

JR-Thanks! The longer we went without power, the brighter my clothes were getting.

Alecia-Thanks! I drive everyday to a deli that is still on generator power. His doors have been open all day, every day and all he has is coffee. But it still cheers you up. Most of our area is still without power and I like supporting the local businesses. All the chains by us were closed but him (and a couple other small delis and pizzerias) were open everyday.

Shevia-Thanks!

Chuckling @ Zap. "Hurricane Chic".

I hereby crown you Queen Hurricane Chic!

I'll take it! Right after we got power I ran around the house yelling "power to the people!"

*chuckle*

Perfect.

Makrame

Great to see you did OK! My mom in NJ is still without power but they got the heat back a few days ago. Their building has a cafeteria that was serving some hot food to residents. She and her friends are big tea lovers. As people kept asking if there was any hot water for tea, the management finally set up a hot water urn in addition to the coffee urn.

I heard that we had an electrical repair crew from Ohio set camp on the interstate nearby before the hurricane. They were waiting to see which way they would have to go to restore power (sounds like they ended up working in Rochester).

Makrame-A friend of mine in northern Jersey probably saw the Ohio crew. She noticed them the night before the storm waiting on a major highway, away from the trees. It was nice to hear they started preparations early.

catgirl

Lisa, I can't believe you managed to look presentable in this situation. I would have been in camping gear from day 1! So glad you are safe and sound. YLF!

Parsley

So glad you've got your power back on, Lisa!
I'd say you managed quite well under the circumstances and I love your "hurricane chic" looks!
It's hard to imagine the devastation that's all around you- my heart goes out to everyone who's struggling with the aftermath of the storm.

Mellllls

you look great. a site for sore, power-weary eyes. my inlaws are on day 7 without power, and only 1 of 3 cars has gas

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