No Shop Sept Update! - YouLookFab Forum

Hi Ladies,

I have come straight from the shops to my computer to confess!!

Today I bought a pair of drapey black tapered track pants.

Let me explain:) I am styling a fashion parade this Friday night (we have been working on it for a couple of months - it's a fundraiser) and I am providing stying services after the parade as the guests (hopefully) shop. There is still a lot to do so I want to be organised and know what I am wearing to avoid any last minute meltdowns I am aiming for an outfit that is comfortable, elegant and modern. So I'm thinking my new Metalicus Marlini Drape top over a slim pair of pants (not jeans) with a probably my wedge heel, open toe booties.

#1 is the top.

#2 is not the pant, but similar as I couldn't find mine on line.

I tried my spring weight slouchy pants this morning and after extensive wear over the past two years they are looking seriously sad. And with all my purging my Spring/Summer pants selection is pretty slim.

I do have the following that could work:

black slim leg tailored cut pants
black harem leggings (the setting and audience is very conservative)
black cross over draped pants (these are cool but a bit cheap I would prefer quality for this event)

Also for the purposes of the evening I feel it would be appropriate to skew a little trendy rather than too alternate.

I do still need to try the new pants on at home with the top to make sure it all works as I think it will. I can return them if they don't. I feel a silhouette of oversized over a slim drape pant rather than a slim tailored pant is more current.

So....

if I keep these, the other pair will be on their way out.
there is no question they will be a workhorse both for the office and casual
they were seriously marked down
this has not impacted my budgeted savings for this month as they were paid for out of my incidentals /"pocket" money - ie. a few less take away chai lattes over the next two weeks

The positive for me in all of this, is that I don't feel bad or guilty. I am still on track to have a certain amount of money put away at the end of the month and this was not a rash or emotional purchase. I feel in control and actually gave myself permission to buy them after weighing up the pros and cons. I will still expect to see the rest of the month through with no further shopping.

Thanks, and I hope I am forgiven.

xxx Deborah

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9 years ago

catgirl

Veteran

Those pants look fabulous - not quite harem but with all the drapey goodness. I am not one to criticize a purchase, even when you are on a "ban" - it's just too hard.

Lucy

Haha! One suspects there is no need for justifications to this community!

And really, I think a fashion show stylist is allowed a tiny splurge, and one that did not break the overall habit of saving for a special item.... The pants are divine.

It sounds like the purchase was well thought out. Wear in peace, Deborah.

Deborah

You ladies are awesome! Thanks for understanding

Sharon

Deborah, I think you have kept to the spirit of your intention and it sounds like this is a replacement for something that is worn out. Entirely legit in my book!

Caro in Oz

Agreeing with Sharon - replacements don't count imo

carolbee

Sometimes things are needed and can't fit into a purely random timeframe.

PS Great looking pants.

Neel

Needs don't fall under shopping ban ;). I think you would look lovely in those drapey pants :). And I wish I could be a part of all the fashion fun!

Of course why didn't I think that replacements don't count:). Maybe that's why I felt so fine about buying them:).

I'm home late and just had a quick try on of the outfit, given a raging headache (I'm tired and hungry) I look pretty rubbish but I think I'm really happy with the outfit I have planned:). I will try and post fully accessorized before Friday. Of course now I'm thinking a pointy toed pump would look good with these lol.

Staysfit

I forgive! Sounds like you gave careful thought to this purchase. I am still in my no spend mode until the 26th. So far the only items I am certain that I will purchase are the JCrew Regency Blazer, the boots I found at a local shop, and the Ralph Lauren plaid shirt. It sounds like a shopping spree to me but they are all carefully considered also. I guarantee it's less than I would have purchased and I hope to move forward doing the same! You have been a good motivator for my No Shop month!

Jaime

(website)

I would forgive you even if they weren't replacements :-)!

Alassë

Sounds like a carefully thought out purchase, plus no budget worries, so everything's all right.

jackiec

I think the fact that you are so, so very thoughtful about this purchase speaks volumes. Let's see 'em on. They sound great.

shedev

Deb, I don't think you need forgiveness. The things that we learn about ourselves during a shopping are much more important than whether we made it through a set time period. I like the pants.

DonnaF

Forgiveness need not be requested! This was a seriously thought out replacement purchased at a good price. What more can one ask?

Now, if this were a neon green fake Liberty print tailored shirtdress purchased at full price on a whim, then yes, I would want you to ask for forgiveness!

Lyn D.

Absolutely justified, and you made it through an extended amount of time without any impulse shopping- great job

Firecracker (Sharan)

I agree, replacements don't count.
I was tempted to ask if you didn't have a different outfit that would work. But this event is big, and I understand that you want to have just the right outfit. I hope the pants work just the way you want them to, so you can truly feel great about your planned outfit and focus on the rest of the event!

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