Huge shopping spree - part 1 - YouLookFab Forum

Yesterday I went to the local mall for a little bit of shopping therapy - I have been on a shopping diet for about half a year, I wanted to treat myself after the crazy 5-interviews-in-a-two-week-period; and, most importantly, I have decided to accept the fact that I have lost a lot of weight, am two sizes smaller now, and it is probably not coming back anytime soon.

I ended up buying waay too many things. I am pretty certain that I shouldn't keep everything, and I need your help figuring out which are keepers and which are not. Please feel free to be very strict, whatever is below 9 in our CRS should go back. There are tons of things, so I am dividing this into three separate posts.

Many thanks!

1. I managed to find the CK pewter wedge sandals for half off!

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2. J Crew white woven cotton blouse

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3. J Crew dove grey silk blouse

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4. J Crew charcoal rose tee

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5. Club Monaco white cotton moto-inspired vest

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6. BCBGeneration cream cowl top - a date night top

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7. BCBGeneration black going out dress

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16 years ago

Maya

Veteran

Yay Tanya. I don't see a single thing here that doesn't look gorgeous on you. The black dress especially is really stunning and I *LOVE* the J Crew ruffle tops. I'm glad you gave yourself a break and spoiled yourself a little. Keep us posted on the interviews. Wow, 5 interviews in 2 weeks. I can't even get one in a period of six months. I should have done what you're doing!

Ana

(website)

Oh geez! You look good in everything! It's going to be hard to wittle this down.

1. Definitely keep the sandals. It's hard to find comfy strappy sandals, and I can't remember, but I don't think you currently have any. Plus, they are in a color that matches all your stuff.

2. I really like the white blouse on you. I have the dress that has the same neckline in papaya, and it's really flattering. However, if you have to get rid of something, I'd take this back. It's NOT that it doesn't look good, but I think I like the dove grey top a bit better, and that one seems more versatile since I know you can layer it more easily under jackets and sweaters in the fall.

3. I really like this on you! I think you could wear it on it's own (with the right bra) and layered. I tried it on, and it just didn't look good, it cut in too far on my shoulders and made them look big. But on you, it just makes them look strong, which I like. Plus, you can unbutton a couple of the buttons, right? Then it would be more drapey and go further out on your shoulders.

4. This is a cute top. It would look nice tucked into a pencil skirt or layered under a jacket or sweater.

5. I like this, it's different. How does the vest look open? Can you also wear it over dresses and things?

6. This is so gorgeous on you! You look like a goddess. Keep! You need some nice date night tops.

7. Since the photo is blurry, I can't tell much about the details. I think I like this. It fits you around the waist, and I think it's supposed to be kind of "floppy" and drapey, right? You need a date dress, too.

Yay! Such nice stuff!! If you don't *have* to take anything back, I'd keep it all. I'm so happy you're posting a bit more, I've really missed it.

PalmFronds

Active Member

Wow, what a haul!
The standouts for me:
The Jcrew ruffle tanks are absolutely amazing on you, really lovely, great fit. Total 10.
The black dress is gorgeous, gorgeous, gorgeous.I could not see the back too well regarding the fit but the details on the back are beautiful.
Enjoy them!

Angie

Fashion Stylist

(It’s SO GOOD to see you post again, Tanya. We have missed you so, so, so much. You just increased the style quotient on this forum. Thank you!).

Wooohooo! Very, VERY deserving retail therapy to say the least! Here’s my 2 cents withiut looking at anyone else's comments:

1. KC wedges – 10. I’m biased and we are wedge sandal twins!

2. J Crew woven top – 10. I REALLY enjoy seeing you hide your waistline for a change. A great woven top for hot humid days.

3. J Crew grey woven top – 10. Ditto.

4. Rose T – cute. Do you really need another graphic T? It’s not a 10.

5. White moto waistcoat – KILLER. 10. No doubts.

6. Cowl neck top – 10. I love that colour against your pale skin.

7. Back dress – 10. KILLER. Out of your box. LOVE it! Your best piece!

Sorry I’m not helping much. These are all outrageously superb pieces!

agrace

Where did you find the KC wedges half priced?
Thanks!

bella

It is so good to see you posting again Tanya! I am sorry to hear about your weight loss if this is something you are concerned about, but you definitely look great either way.
I like everything you posted, is there anything that you wouldn't look good in anyway? But if you need to choose, I would return the graphic tee. And my favorite is the black dress, so fab!

Sihaya

Tanya - sorry I can't whittle any of this down. I'm swooning over number 6 and the rest are very close to it. They are amazing on your body - any chance you can keep them all?

Dawn

Great to see you posting again Tanya! I missed you and your inspiring outfit posts!

I love all the items from your shopping spree!

1) Love the sandals. I'll give them a 10!

2) I also love the white JCrew blouse. It seems that it would be very versatile in warm weather.

3) Love love love the grey top! Absolutely divine! The neckline on it is soooooo pretty!

4) The rose tee is so cute but doesn't seem like it would be that versatile.

5) Moto vest- it's so cool and will add lots of edge to many outfits. KEEP!!

6) What a beautiful top... Makes you look stunning!

7) Keep! I love it on you! The cut look amazing!

Tanya

Thank you all very much for all the kind words! It is nice to be back here.

Agrace, the KC wedge are from my local Macy's.

From this particular group I will be taking the J Crew rose tee back - not as versatile as the rest and at $45, quite pricey for a tee anyway.

anne

Tanya, just wanted to say it is lovely to see your pictures again and I 'm glad you enjoyed yourself!

Srujana

They all look fantastic but I'm loving the date night top the best....it just fits you like a glove! My least favorite would have to be the rose tee, but that's just personal preference...

Vani

Tanya, there is not a single item that looks off. The BCBG top, the going out dress, the JCrew tops...everything looks stellar

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