Reorganise My Winter Wardrobe. Why my Clothes are Not Working for Me. Over 50 Fashion. UK Size 16

[@karenley7356]

Julie the first thing I did when I organised my wardrobe was decide on a colour palette. Neutrals and 3 accent colours. It really helped me then take the next steps and organise what I love and what suits me. I love wearing merino wool jumpers - a fine knit but with great warmth.Thank you for sharing.

[@beverleycooper-hd7tn]

I thought how nice you looked in the grey jumper, Julie, the white band emphasised your waist❤

[@whatjulieloves9921]

@@beverleycooper-hd7tn thanks Beverley, just felt too bulky x

[@janesmith5948]

Hi Julie, i love a wardrobe sort out, I've been doing this and, like you, now prefer thinner jumpers, cant get jackets on with thick knits. They are more flattering and i can't wear jeans now unless theyre very soft, good luck with your searches for new items.

[@NannyJeano]

Hi Julie. I'm like you I cannot cope with thick wolly jumpers and if they are itchy it's a no no. xx

[@whatjulieloves9921]

@@NannyJeano yes just not for me x

[@victormaddocks2113]

Hi Julie 🙋‍♀️.. Oooh l do love watching your wardrobe reorganising …! You give me incentive to refresh my own ! ☺️ Yes l would definitely hang onto the grey chunky jumper…..Nice low colour tones and it would be very handy cosy and warm if we get any snow this ❄️🌨️❄️🌨️ winter! I like the finer knit oatmeal jumper I think more neutral shades are so versatile and I like the sage green ribbed jumper too … I am going to look for a silky shirt I haven’t had one in my wardrobe for ages Thanks for reminding me! And for sharing…A great video and chat Julie 🙋‍♀️ 🎄..x

[@whatjulieloves9921]

@@victormaddocks2113 glad you enjoyed it x

[@elizabethbrown6287]

Hi Julie! I agree about chunky jumpers, they can be very unflattering. I do wear them (our house can get quite cold and I don't put the heating on when WFH) but I try and choose ones with a V neck or zip/buttons which look better. One big recommendation from Next - there is a range called 'The Set', which is literally sets of things! Basics such as long sleeve Tees, jumpers etc sold in threes or fours at a really reasonable bundle prices. I recently got three fine knit jumpers in three different colours for (I think) £42. The quality is fantastic and they are brilliant for layering. Definitely worth a look if this is the kind of thing you're after. Xxx

[@whatjulieloves9921]

@@elizabethbrown6287 great Liz , thanks for the recommendation x

[@findingmystyle_x]

Julie, I really enjoyed this, it’s one of my favourite kind of videos. I constantly go through mine too. It’s definitely needed & if it’s not working, then it’s time to move things on xx

[@whatjulieloves9921]

@@findingmystyle_x you are definitely right. Glad you enjoyed it 💕

[@sharonodonnell6482]

Enjoyed your wardrobe sort out, Julie. Why don't you invest in a black or navy cashmere jumper or cardigan ln the post Christmas sales.x

[@whatjulieloves9921]

@@sharonodonnell6482 yes good idea x

[@hazels27]

Hi Julie, thank you for going through your wardrobe with us. You asked for suggestions (not always advisable to do depending on the outcome). I decided to jot down a few as I was watching. I must tell you that I am a chameleon character, in that I can live ‘in a bit of a mess’ for a time, and then have to act as I am really disturbed by the chaos! Watching the video I had a real job to stay with it (I always watch and enjoy your videos) but IMO your wardrobe could be tweaked. It looks very tidy and organised, but may be adjusted in the following ways. This is meant to be constructive rather than critical. You use velvet hangers which is good and space saving (I do also) but replace the black plastic ones. The velvet ones with hooks at the front are great (I use them also) but I use them to hang in cascade fashion as saves rail space (I usually use them in an out of season clothes wardrobe scenario). The hooks takes more rails space if they are near the top with only one garment on. If the buttons of shirt and jackets at the top and bottom are closed they take less space and remain less creased, and look tidier. Same with zips closed on trousers. As you mentioned, a black and matching or slightly paler blue would increase your use of the patterned skirt. The creases of the black jeans would maybe come out with another wash, I have a steam generator iron and never have any problems with creases. My Mum, years ago and only had a non-steam iron, used to dampen newly washed clothes and then roll them in a basket even overnight to ‘rest’ them. She was a perfect ironer in the days when women were mainly only housewives! I have lots, and I mean lots, of scarves, but still find that I have not suitable matching ones, and my tip would be to buy some plain colours rather than patterns as they are more restricting. I agree with the items you are moving on, including sadly, the grey fair isle jumper. I wear a lot of gilets, but you mentioned about not adding bulk. My daughter suggested buying a less padded gilet which you could wear under a coat in very cold weather. Uniqlo used to stock them and they fitted into a small bag when not in use, and also once I saw some in Primark which were really cheap. When you mentioned the burgundy velvet shirt you gave me an idea for my New Year’s trip! So thank you. I hope I don’t get too much criticism for my comments, as they are intended to be helpful, and as always it is easier to comment as an observer than to make decisions personally. Writing down your needs was a good idea. Marie Kondo would probably have had all your clothes out on the bed, and tried everything on! She says only keep things that give you ‘joy’. You did express similar feelings for some items in the video. My father used to say ‘If in doubt, do ‘nowt’ meaning if you’re not sure don’t go and buy etc. well, I don’t think you were expecting this, but then you did ask for comments. Hope there are some grains of useful advice/suggestions. Just looked at the length of this comment! It will be good to see your next video, part 2. Happy sorting!

[@whatjulieloves9921]

Thank you Hazel, some great ideas. I always welcome constructive criticism xx

[@bronwenpayne2036]

Hi Emma, I also thought the thick chunky jumper added bulk to your small frame and am glad when you watched the video back, you came to the same conclusion.

[@whatjulieloves9921]

@@bronwenpayne2036 yes definitely x

[@jacquelinegreen9157]

Hi Julie Really interesting to see your methodical approach to your wardrobe. I must do the same! Xx

[@JanicePiggott-qi3ui]

Personally I think you look nice in all the jumpers but it’s about how you feel yourself ❤

[@whatjulieloves9921]

@@JanicePiggott-qi3ui yes it is, isn’t it strange . The Tesco jumper is in a bag ready to return x

[@charlottehodgson5093]

I think you are right about chunky jumpers and glad you came to that conclusion. The finer knits really suit you. Have you ever had your ‘colours’ done to find out which colours would suit you best? Kettlewell Colours have a free click on link where you are asked lots of questions and to choose from a range of colours etc They then tell you which seasonal colour you are. I found that so helpful and now have a wardrobe full of colours which all mix and match. Really enjoyed this and look forward to the next ❤

[@whatjulieloves9921]

@@charlottehodgson5093 thank you Charlotte. Had them done years ago but would like an update. I will check it out x

[@gigilou]

Really enjoyed this Julie ❤ I'm the same, I really don't suit the thick chunky jumpers. I'm 5ft1 and a 14-16 and think they make me look bigger than I am & can swamp me so I totally get you wanting to take those out of your wardrobe xxx

[@margaretclark250]

I think black is a very draing colour,better with navy i use to wear black but realised it didn't do anything for me.

[@whatjulieloves9921]

@@margaretclark250 yes I think very few people can wear black against their face x

[@margaretclark250]

What a shame,it was a nice jumper,my problem is panic buying or impulse buying loads of things in my wardrobe I've worn only once!!

[@whatjulieloves9921]

@ yes I’m trying to get away from that x

[@alanabailey6705]

Morning Julie I have enjoyed this video and I think you should take out the heavy jumper and i like all the other things that you have i like you l can’t wear jumper with high neck i didn’t mind wardrobe last week but I need to sort out my shoes thank you for sharing this video and I looking forward to watching the next video 🎄xx

[@whatjulieloves9921]

Thanks for watching xx

[@margaretclark250]

Did you not buy that grey jumper recently, i thought it was nice.

[@whatjulieloves9921]

@@margaretclark250 I did but changed my mind and took it back x

[@MelliaBoomBot]

Maybe.. chunky jumpers with minimal pattern? And I would suggest using a silky top under a chunky jumper? I’d like to think it makes a thicker jumper sit better, that and a damn good bra! I’m generous on top so use these tricks. And I’ve discovered cowl neck jumpers. The much bigger neck doesn’t annoy me. Those crinkly jeans, very annoying. I’ve had that type of material and it’s 😡. I loved that mint Peacocks jumper! Beautiful 😻

[@whatjulieloves9921]

@@MelliaBoomBot thank you yes it’s a favourite x

[@anthonymartyn5590]

Hi 👋 my name is Kate but I use my husband account lol, morning I don't wear chunky jumper because I am 5ft 4in, 12 st and have a big bust like you and I think they make me look bigger, I also like a V neck top it doesn't make me look all boobs,I didn't like the jumper from tesco on you ,it made you look bigger, was boxy and I didn't like the pattern round the waist and hips, it made you look really wide and you have got a nice curves, the top you have on looks lovely, hope you are having a nice run up to Christmas, December is disappearing so fast,Kate 😊

[@whatjulieloves9921]

Hi Kate I agree, I’m going to list it on Vinted x

[@anthonymartyn5590]

@whatjulieloves9921 Julie, take it back to tesco and get your money back or get something else, I think you can take gifts back until end January? You have only tried it on ,it's still got the labels on it, when I was young a friend I worked with always had new clothes on when we went out, we all thought she spent a lot on her clothes and one night when she was a little tipsy she said look and the labels were still in, she had long curly hair so they didn't show, she got them from catalogues ,shops and market, would wear them and send them back, I would never have had the cheek to do that but she did make us laugh 😃

[@whatjulieloves9921]

@ There is nothing like cheek lol ! will they take them back without the receipt ? Think it’s long gone?

[@anthonymartyn5590]

@@whatjulieloves9921 yes they will, it's got the labels and I take it you have club card so they can see you bought it, get your money back 😉

[@MelliaBoomBot]

@@whatjulieloves9921I used to work in Woolworth (20 odd years ago mind)..and if folks didn’t have a receipt ( esp for ww Ladybird) they would be given a store credit voucher. The store can scan/ input the sku code on the label to see if it’s a product still “live “ 😊👍🏼

[@lesleyward2951]

Your lacking a nice red piece a pop of colour that is lacking ❤

[@whatjulieloves9921]

@@lesleyward2951 yes I agree. Keeping my eye out x