Comments on: Building a Basic Wardrobe– Part II

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By: Sunday Smorgasbord | Faith Like Mustard

Sunday Smorgasbord | Faith Like Mustard — Sun, 13 Mar 2011 23:54:38 +0000

[...] Lately, I’ve been thinking about my wardrobe. I’m a “less is more” kind of girl but I also think variety is the spice of life. I’m trying to think about ways to reduce my laundry wardrobe using functional pieces that can be dressed up or down with accessories instead of having a bunch of clothes that I don’t like “just because.” Here’s a few tips if you are contemplating the “less is more” mentality: Building a Basic Wardrobe Part One and Part Two. [...]

By: Susan

Susan — Wed, 09 Feb 2011 20:37:30 +0000

@ Sherrie, Thanks. I didn’t think of looking for wool at the thrift store (I’m embarassed to say that) but it is a great idea. I was thinking sweater but you are so right, I’m really at the scarf level!

By: Sherrie

Sherrie — Wed, 09 Feb 2011 14:46:07 +0000

@ Susan, start with a scarf. Uncomplicated and simple. Get some wool at second hand/charity shops. Or I can send you my collection. (I have determined that I am NOT a knitter)

By: Susan

Susan — Wed, 09 Feb 2011 13:34:34 +0000

Debbie, thanks for the link to your friends knitting website. I just checked it out. She has made some beautiful things. I haven’t really tried knitting yet but I think I may be inspired to try someting easy now.

By: Debbie

Debbie — Sat, 29 Jan 2011 01:00:39 +0000

Well if anyone cares to knit a sweater – chrisknitsinniagara.com is the best place to get free patterns & tips for knitting!! She’s a friend of mine and is very creative and crafty.

By: Julie

Julie — Fri, 28 Jan 2011 23:28:14 +0000

Loved this article, but as a health care worker who wears scrubs to work, I need a wardrobe that can go from chasing around a two year old and a four year old to going out for dinner with my husband.

By: Rita

Rita — Fri, 28 Jan 2011 20:46:51 +0000

Late to the discussion, but to add my 2 cents worth:

1) I’ve learned that no matter how lovely the piece of clothing is, if I don’t like the feel of the material it will end up not being worn. So I always touch an item first before deciding whether it is worth trying on.

2) I find I rarely wear jackets or shirts with long sleeves. They make me feel claustrophobic so for myself I only buy the 3/4 length styles of these.

3) I’ve adopted the “if something goes into the closet, something leaves.” You can also try the “if I don’t have any more hangers than something has to go” approach.

4) I love the feel of good rayon and in the hot weather we get in the summer I find rayon dresses and skirts are so much cooler and more comfortable than pants, shorts, or capris. If the dress is ankle length it doesn’t matter if the wind blows (though we don’t generally get much wind where I live anyway). I retire my pantyhose from May until end of September, and if the dress or skirt is lined there is no need for a slip. (I live in a tourist area where people dress casually most of the time so lack of pantyhose is normal for the summer).

5) I too discovered that certain colours are not in my palette. The yellows and oranges that one of my friends looks gorgeous in make me look like I’m very sick. Since making that discovery many years ago I choose only the colours that make me feel good wearing and complement my complexion.

6) When traveling abroad for 8 weeks I discovered that it is possible to be a woman and live with what is only in one small suitcase. The trick is co-coordinating items well before you leave, and having items that can be layered if the weather turns bad (bulky sweaters and jackets are a waste of space.)

My biggest problem? I always seem to need a cardigan or hoody in a colour I don’t have. There are too many different shades of “White” “Black” “Navy” & “Red” out there, and don’t get me started on greens, blues, and browns, not to mention the different lengths that are required to layer over my tops.

By: Marie

Marie — Fri, 28 Jan 2011 18:55:21 +0000

Flynnycat:
The statements I copied can be interpreted as “Women who hate skirts so much are weird.” Again, just an FYI. I am glad the replies did clarify things for you.

By: Flynnycat

Flynnycat — Fri, 28 Jan 2011 17:35:23 +0000

I disagree that the use of the word “weird” puts a judgment on the prior statement. I do indeed find it odd that some people have such an aversion to a particular article of clothing, and was curious about it. And what I discovered was the it was not really the skirts they don’t like–it’s what they feel they must wear under it. That made more sense to me.

By: Marie

Marie — Thu, 27 Jan 2011 18:57:33 +0000

“I wonder why so many women seem to hate skirts so much??? Weird.”
FYI, the use of the word weird in this context puts a judgement on the prior statement. This is just an FYI.

Not a mechanic… but there are days I wish I were… it could save me $$

By: Melaniesd

Melaniesd — Thu, 27 Jan 2011 18:14:06 +0000

“Forcing to embrace values”? Seriously?
If you don’t like/want to wear skirts or dresses – don’t.
I happen to feel good in them. I don’t wear them a lot in the colder months but in the warmer I don’t need hosery. To each their own.
Some men like ties, some men don’t…

By: Flynnycat

Flynnycat — Thu, 27 Jan 2011 17:34:21 +0000

to all the women who hate nylons/tights/pantyhose, I’m with you! That being said, if the situation or weather warrants wearing something like that, I do like the garter belt with knee-highs. A bit more work, but much nicer overall. And comfier. No one is “forcing” anyone to “embrace values”, whatever that actually means, I was just curious as to why women seem to hate skirts/dresses so much when they are so pretty and, unlike high heels, comfortable….That was all.
Oh, and obviously, if you are a woman who is a mechanic or something, skirts aren’t appropriate for work wear. I never said they were.