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Talk about your random fashion-related thoughts.
WAYWT is the acronym for "What Are You Wearing Today". It doesn't necessarily need to be what you were wearing TODAY.
This thread is for individual style questions that you may have, especially those that don't warrant their own thread. We all want a diversified opinion, so feel free to answer any questions (of which you know the answer).
To get the best responses, remember that people cannot; look into your wardrobe, know what style you normally like or what words like affordable or practical mean to you so please include any relevant details such as your budget, where you live, what stores are available to you, etc.
Example questions:
If you'd like to include a picture, you can now post pictures directly in the comments, without having to link an imgur album.
This thread is for simple hair and makeup questions that you may have, especially those that don't warrant their own thread. We all want a diversified opinion, so feel free to answer any questions (of which you know the answer).
Example questions:
Welcome to FFA Group Therapy. In this thread you can talk about whatever you want: life, style, work, relationships, etc. Feel free to vent, share pet photos, or just generally scream into the void.
If you're new to the community, please don't be shy! Say hello and introduce yourself. And if you've been here for a while, welcome our newer subscribers into the fold. =)
Note: Comment rules still apply, don't be a dick.
This thread is for individual style questions that you may have, especially those that don't warrant their own thread. We all want a diversified opinion, so feel free to answer any questions (of which you know the answer).
To get the best responses, remember that people cannot; look into your wardrobe, know what style you normally like or what words like affordable or practical mean to you so please include any relevant details such as your budget, where you live, what stores are available to you, etc.
Example questions:
If you'd like to include a picture, you can now post pictures directly in the comments, without having to link an imgur album.
Hi all, Canadian here. It’s already freezing. I hate over the head hoodies so I recently bought some cardigans. They look so cute on the hanger but when I put them on, I suddenly look like my 5th grade teacher. No hate to a good teacher cardigan!!! So how do you guys style your cardigans?
I may just be exposing what a lame life I live and y'all will humble me real quick, but don't you remove most of those things once you arrive at your destination? You get to work or school and remove your jacket and bag, and your shoes are under your desk. You visit someone's house, you remove your jacket and bag and shoes (unless y'all are in shoes indoors types of people which I still find mindblowing). You go to a restaurant or bar, you remove your jacket and bag and your shoes are under the table. Where else do people go? I don't even know. Are people walking around outside a lot and getting full use of their outfit-completing jackets, bags, and shoes? When you get dressed for the day, are you thinking about how fashionable your outfit will be for your commute? What am I missing here? I feel like a lot of fashion advice ends with throwing on a jacket and bag and shoes to complete the fit and I don't get it. If you need these things to make your outfit look good, but you're not going to keep them on most of the time, why even consider them part of your outfit?
Edit: I meant you stay seated at your desk so no one sees your shoes, not that you remove them lol
Edit 2: when I said jacket I also meant coats and outerwear in general. And I guess the reason this came up is that I see a lot of fashion advice that says the same thing where the solution to your fashion problems is outerwear. Want to jazz up a plain t-shirt and jeans? Throw on a coat, heels, and a fancy bag! It's like oh okay so your solution to the problem is to keep my outerwear on and my bag on my body all day? No thanks. And what if it's summer? I'm not trying to wear a moto jacket or blazer all day.
As suspected it turns out I do in fact just live a boring ass life. No one I know at any of the jobs I've had goes out to restaurants in the middle of the day for lunch or to bars after work. Well they do but it's occasional. I never understood all the "day-to-night" fashion advice either and this must be why. I was like who is frequently going out on a school or work night? I thought you just go home lmaooo.
And as several comments suggested I do think this is a city vs suburb thing. I've spent most of my life in the burbs, and when I have lived in a city, I've been the only one of my friends and family there so I haven't had people to go out and do activities with.
This thread is for sharing all your new buys. Clothes, shoes, razors cologne, share it all. ...Just kidding. But just like MFA, and per your suggestions, we are now going to have a weekly recent purchases thread. So gather round and brag about your purchases! Bags, clothing, shoes, jewellery, perfume, etc.
If possible, please share a picture and a little review! Pictures can also be shared directly in the comments now.
Here you can share all the fashion related news you have come across recently. Whether it is a newly released runway, an interview with a designer, a new label slashing onto the scene or speculating new trends emerging, everything news related is welcome here.
This thread is for individual style questions that you may have, especially those that don't warrant their own thread. We all want a diversified opinion, so feel free to answer any questions (of which you know the answer).
To get the best responses, remember that people cannot; look into your wardrobe, know what style you normally like or what words like affordable or practical mean to you so please include any relevant details such as your budget, where you live, what stores are available to you, etc.
Example questions:
If you'd like to include a picture, you can now post pictures directly in the comments, without having to link an imgur album.
What’s your personal puffer jacket style? Long, cropped, medium? Matte fabric or shiny? What’s the aesthetic this season?
I'm going to a haunted house on Halloween and it would be fun to dress up, although I'm not really invested enough to go out and buy something or try to construct something creative. What costumes have you ladies come up with that are mostly or entirely from your own closet?
Can’t figure out why a certain outfit doesn’t work for you or are you just stumped on what is flattering on you? Then this is the thread for you and you can ask your questions here.
Please do refrain from talking negatively about your own body, we understand that you are likely frustrated due to various reasons (we’ve all been there) but out of respect for others and their struggles, keeping it positive helps everyone.
WAYWT is the acronym for "What Are You Wearing Today". It doesn't necessarily need to be what you were wearing TODAY.
This thread is for individual style questions that you may have, especially those that don't warrant their own thread. We all want a diversified opinion, so feel free to answer any questions (of which you know the answer).
To get the best responses, remember that people cannot; look into your wardrobe, know what style you normally like or what words like affordable or practical mean to you so please include any relevant details such as your budget, where you live, what stores are available to you, etc.
Example questions:
If you'd like to include a picture, you can now post pictures directly in the comments, without having to link an imgur album.
This thread is for individual style questions that you may have, especially those that don't warrant their own thread. We all want a diversified opinion, so feel free to answer any questions (of which you know the answer).
To get the best responses, remember that people cannot; look into your wardrobe, know what style you normally like or what words like affordable or practical mean to you so please include any relevant details such as your budget, where you live, what stores are available to you, etc.
Example questions:
If you'd like to include a picture, you can now post pictures directly in the comments, without having to link an imgur album.
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To put it simply, some images of what this trend/fashion subculture could be today. The silhouettes shown are 'high fashion' and more conventional styling/shapes would make it wearable for daily wear.
I had in mind mystery novels, old libraries, art schools, students, campuses, fashionable nerds in mind when putting it together.
Thoughts, anecdotes and discussions welcome, as well as contributions to add more diversity.
The Youtube algorithm recently recommended this video from Ida's Corner to me: outfits for autumn 2024 (thrifted). She's a woman from Denmark and I found her very interesting and insightful about her outfit choices, and she just really seems to know what she likes (while I'm sure, like all of us, influenced by trends). I came away with some specific insights for myself (like realizing that some of my outfits lately have been missing a bright, solid colored sock). I ended up watching a lot of her videos and just find her lovely.
I was wondering if anyone could recommend any videos from people talking about their outfits, why they like what they like, perhaps a little unconventional? Thank you!
What are the shoes of the this fall /winter season, other than what is already in circulation?
Or is it time to ditch the sneakers?
but other than that… WHAT ARE Y’ALL PUTTON ON YOUR FEET???
EDIT: apologies, I could have used a better word for “cool”. I don’t mean any divide between what is cool and what isn’t. I merely meant: people who care about what they put on their feet - mainly to avoid comments about “idk, shoes?”.
It’s getting colder (for some of us at least)! What do you pull out when you want to feel cozy, warm, and comfy, but still have a little bit of polish/interest in your outfit? Something beyond your basic (and beloved) black leggings and gray sweatshirt. Maybe something with a fun print, interesting cut, or an uncommon color?
What do you think are the best and worst times of year to shop?
I've been replacing some old items and trying to fill out some holes in my wardrobe and I've noticed that prices seem higher and selection is way down from September when I started this whole thing.
I think some of this price-hike is so they can reduce everything for Black Friday, or we might just be mid season. So I guess end of season is a good time to get basics for next year, but any other tips?
I’m looking to stay warm this fall/winter but I’m having trouble with what’s still in style and what’s completely out. What’s everyone wearing in terms of scarves? How are you keeping warm?
Welcome to FFA Group Therapy. In this thread you can talk about whatever you want: life, style, work, relationships, etc. Feel free to vent, share pet photos, or just generally scream into the void.
If you're new to the community, please don't be shy! Say hello and introduce yourself. And if you've been here for a while, welcome our newer subscribers into the fold. =)
Note: Comment rules still apply, don't be a dick.
This thread is for individual style questions that you may have, especially those that don't warrant their own thread. We all want a diversified opinion, so feel free to answer any questions (of which you know the answer).
To get the best responses, remember that people cannot; look into your wardrobe, know what style you normally like or what words like affordable or practical mean to you so please include any relevant details such as your budget, where you live, what stores are available to you, etc.
Example questions:
If you'd like to include a picture, you can now post pictures directly in the comments, without having to link an imgur album.
I do have a few leopard print items but I would like more options.
What is everyone wearing on their head this winter to keep cozy and stylish?
This thread is for individual style questions that you may have, especially those that don't warrant their own thread. We all want a diversified opinion, so feel free to answer any questions (of which you know the answer).
To get the best responses, remember that people cannot; look into your wardrobe, know what style you normally like or what words like affordable or practical mean to you so please include any relevant details such as your budget, where you live, what stores are available to you, etc.
Example questions:
If you'd like to include a picture, you can now post pictures directly in the comments, without having to link an imgur album.
I'm a size EU43, and just done my painfully frustrating and very time consuming annual cute shoe hunt. I've seen a few megathreads for big women's shoes but they seem to be 5+ years old, mostly USA focused and loads of places now only stock to EU42 but come up in search results for large sizes (ugh). Please go ahead and add to this - happy shopping! xx
Asos good range of low to mid priced shoes, mostly trainers/ sneakers
Birkenstocks sooo comfortable, narrow and wide fit
Toms very comfortable, good quality, lots of styles, sizing runs small on the leather shoes
Next fast fashion quality but fun styles
New Look fast fashion quality but fun styles, only go up to EU 43/ UK 9
Blundstones unisex comfy durable boots
Dr Martens way comfier and far less heavy than other chunky platform shoes
Timberland very specific style, very heavy
Prettybigshoes website with a list of places to look for shoes sorted by country
Europe:
Zalando - stocks a lot of premium american brands e.g. jeffrey campbell, steve madden
La Redoute - French online department store, OK quality - cheaper
Clarks - more simple styles come in larger sizes, good quality and very comfy
Lurah Shoes (high quality, sexy feminine styles, sizing comes up a bit small
Andres Machado (high quality, sexy feminine styles
Alohas (not all styles above size 42
Veja - sustainable cute trainers/ sneakers
Marks and Spencer - some styles size 42, some size 43, sizing runs large
Long Tall Sally - average quality, simple designs
Low Heels UK above average quality, simple designs, comfortable UK only
Russel & Bromley good unisex styles in the mens section, gorgeous quality UK only
Loads of German brands tend to have lots of styles in EU43-44 BUT they're all super casual style and kinda look like hiking shoes...
US & Candada:
Nordstrom shop.nordstrom.com (ship internationally, biggest size and style range I've seen)
Aldo Canada www.aldo.com
Long Tall Sally - average quality, simple designs
Steve Madden (comfy, medium quality for the price)
Stuart Wetizman (sooo comfy, very high quality, very expensive)
Ferragamo (sooo comfy, very high quality, very expensive)
Bloch (ladies fashion ballet flats and dance shoes)
Pulp shoes (some brands)
Frye Shoes (Ship internationally).
Australia:
Reef shoes https://www.shop-reef.com.au/ (so comfy)
Frankie 4 Shoes https://frankie4.com/
Bared Footwear https://baredfootwear.com/au/
Diana Ferrari http://www.dianaferrari.com.au/ (so comfy)
Forever New (Australia) www.forevernew.com.au
Talk about your random fashion-related thoughts.