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It's Only Chambray if it's from that region... - Topic of the day 6/4/24

It's a classic. It's your favorite. Don't let anyone tell you it's basic. Every day! It's just okay. What do you mean? We love Chambray! ... Ahem. What are your favorite Chambray pieces? Any special tips for those Chambray-curious?
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City Fashion Guide: Chicago - Topic of the day 6/3/24

Share your favorite spots in the windy city here
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Retail Therapy: Can you *buy* happiness? - Topic of the day 6/1/24

The paradox of retail therapy: while purchasing goods may offer immediate gratification, does it truly lead to lasting happiness? Share your insights and experiences, considering the emotional motivations behind shopping and the long-term fulfillment derived from material possessions versus other sources of joy. This topic will run for 2 days....
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Colors Series: Orange - Topic of the day 5/31/24

Orange is the bridge between the fire of red and the joy of yellow. It embodies the warmth of a sunset, the promise of a new dawn, and the vibrancy of life in its fullest expression. It is the color of transformation and creativity, urging us to embrace change and to see the beauty in every moment. In the heart of orange lies a profound reminder: life is a spectrum of experiences, and within its glow, we find both the courage to face our fears and the joy to celebrate our passions.
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Favorites Seres: Noragis - Topic of the day 5/30/24

This oughtta be good. The Favorites Series is part of a ~weekly recurring TOTD to replace/updated the 5 year old "Best X for $X" threads on r/mfa.
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Daily Footwear - Topic of the day 5/29/24

We often see posts about cool acquisitions, statement piece footwear, but I wanna what your daily drivers are! Share some photos and your thoughts.
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Moodboard - Topic of the day 5/27/24

What do your inspirations look like? What kind of recurring element (motif, color, silhouette) do you notice? How does your outfits reflect — or doesn't reflect — in your outfits?
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The Pivot: Making a drastic change in your aesthetic - Topic of the day 5/26/24

Have you ever pivoted in your personal style from one aesthetic to another - similar or otherwise? How did you pull that off? What was the catalyst? Were there any staple items that made this possible?
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Fragrance - Topic of the day 5/25/24

What's your experience with fragrances? Do you personally use perfume? If so, what are your personal favorites? What new fragrances are you looking forward to trying? Any favorite brands or brands you are hoping to try?
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Color Series: Yellow - Topic of the day 5/24/24

In the realm of fashion, yellow emerges as the radiant hue of choice, exuding optimism and creativity while symbolizing enlightenment. Its vibrant warmth adds vitality to designs, signifying growth and renewal within the ever-evolving tapestry of trends. Like a guiding light, yellow invites us to explore our personal style journey, illuminating the path towards sartorial harmony and self-expression. What are your thoughts on this beaming color?
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Favorites Seres: Overshirts - Topic of the day 5/23/24

What are your favorite overshirts? Anything that sticks out at various price points? What do you look for in a overshirt? What brands have been great for them and what brands have really let you down? Do you prefer button or zip options? Feel free to share a few of your favorite fits or inspo that feature overshirts, too. The Favorites Series is part of a ~weekly recurring TOTD to replace/updated the 5 year old "Best X for $X" threads on r/mfa.
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Future TOTD Concepts - Topic of the day 5/22/24

Have any good ideas for potential TOTD topics? Lend a hand to your friendly neighborhood totd managers and post them here or utilize the /suggest command.
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The Cutting Room Floor - Topic of the day 5/21/24

With The Spring Fit Battle coming to an end, there's bound to be plenty "what could have beens?" Share any of your draft ideas or any thought processes you went through or scrapped in crafting your submissions

Ongoing Inspiration Albums: Ivy - Topic of the day 5/20/24

We want to bring back curated inspiration albums and we want you to help, please post your favorite Ivy inspiration whether new or old. We will collect all the images from these threads into style specific or even item specific albums on the substack! These topics will reoccur every few months so don’t forget to save inspo for us in between. Thank you!

Floral and Hawaiian Shirts! - Topic of the day 5/19/24

How do you style them, and which ones have you got your eyes on?

How Do People Dress in your Area? - Topic of the day 5/18/24

What trends do you notice where you live? Are people more casual? More formal? Any particular regional trends? Could you think of why that is?

Off-Price Retailers (TJ Maxx, Marshall's, etc.) - Topic of the day 5/16/24

Do you shop at off-price retailers (such as TJ Maxx, Marshall's, Ross, and the like)? Why or why not?
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WAYWT Outtakes - Topic of the day 5/15/24

Everyone who takes fit pics has some good outtakes on their camera roll - a weird face, a pose that didn't work out, or, in @smiles's case, an outfit that looked better in your head. Share some outtakes with the community and let's all laugh at each other!
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