https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ask-all-longevity-of-mint Style Advice for Fashion Lovers en-US Thu, 30 Apr 2026 11:47:11 +0000 http://bbpress.org/?v=1.0.2 q https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/search.php https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ask-all-longevity-of-mint#post-944947 Thu, 30 May 2013 17:35:11 +0000 rachylou 944947@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Oh, you didn't make it easy, bj! They're both fabulous. I think it depends more on whether you want a jacket or a topper. I might personally, actually, lean toward the mint because I think I could wear it everyday. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ask-all-longevity-of-mint#post-944872 Thu, 30 May 2013 15:44:08 +0000 Carole 944872@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I am so practical, so I vote for the metallic jacket. I love the moto style and the color is super pretty, but at that price point I would tend towards something classic and timeless.</p> <p>But what do I know:) </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ask-all-longevity-of-mint#post-944846 Thu, 30 May 2013 15:19:56 +0000 Janet 944846@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I think we need to see them on you! </p> <p>:-) </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ask-all-longevity-of-mint#post-944841 Thu, 30 May 2013 15:15:20 +0000 annagybe 944841@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>That one is nice, very nice. So are you looking for a more casual jacket, edgier, etc? </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ask-all-longevity-of-mint#post-944826 Thu, 30 May 2013 15:06:34 +0000 Thistle 944826@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>So, I am biased as i <b><i>looooove </i></b>that mint jacket. If they had it in my size, it would be mine!!</p> <p>I think mint is a lovely color and it looks good on me. It never seemed all that trendy this year, and it is a pretty color that I don't see becoming dated.</p> <p>I second the suggestion to get both and return the one (or both!) that don't work out. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ask-all-longevity-of-mint#post-944644 Thu, 30 May 2013 10:54:05 +0000 bj1111 944644@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>anna---i have this pale pale dove gray leather. &nbsp;i think it's too long over dresses but works well with pants. &nbsp;should i keep looking for THE one? </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ask-all-longevity-of-mint#post-944577 Thu, 30 May 2013 05:38:34 +0000 bj1111 944577@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>mnsara, i re-read your comment re arms. &nbsp;i have oddly beefy a-muscular arms. &nbsp;how is that even possible? &nbsp;the only saving grace is that i have tried on the 4 in the smythe so i know it fit...at least it did a few weeks ago.</p> <p>vc, yes...i want both. &nbsp;that is the problem!</p> <p>joy and adelfa, the jackets ARE really different. &nbsp;i think the smythe would be more versatile. &nbsp;but i'm planning outfits only in my head. &nbsp;who knows if i would want to wear either of these out of the house.</p> <p>janet and sveta, do you think it the fact that it has yellow undertones and is closer to a celery than a mint a dealbreaker? &nbsp;i'm asian so some yellow/olive undertones.and dark hair.&nbsp; pastels do nothing for me, but i'm willing to chance that this isn't that pastel mint. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ask-all-longevity-of-mint#post-944572 Thu, 30 May 2013 05:30:54 +0000 Adelfa 944572@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I agree with MNSara--they are in very different categories so it's hard to compare them side by side. Plus if they're in competition against the veda bronze, I vote for that one. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ask-all-longevity-of-mint#post-944533 Thu, 30 May 2013 03:22:01 +0000 annagybe 944533@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I've seen this in person and it's amazing</p> <p><a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.shopbop.com/shaw-jacket-alc/vp/v=1/1579254684.htm?folderID=2534374302076313&amp;fm=other-shopbysize&amp;colorId=29105">http://www.shopbop.com/shaw-ja.....other-shop</a> </p> <p></p> <p>ETA&nbsp;<a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.net-a-porter.com/product/352956">http://www.net-a-porter.com/product/352956</a></p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ask-all-longevity-of-mint#post-944532 Thu, 30 May 2013 03:17:21 +0000 bj1111 944532@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Anna...there you go saying something sensible. PPP is not me. I am so impulsive! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ask-all-longevity-of-mint#post-944509 Thu, 30 May 2013 02:44:12 +0000 Suz 944509@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I have been drooling over that Smythe jacket. GORGEOUS!&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ask-all-longevity-of-mint#post-944494 Thu, 30 May 2013 02:19:37 +0000 annagybe 944494@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I think you should hold out for the white or dove grey leather jacket. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ask-all-longevity-of-mint#post-944492 Thu, 30 May 2013 02:18:23 +0000 Carla 944492@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>7 leather jackets!?!</p> <p>I was going to go against the flow and vote for the jacket. It doesn't seem as 'minty' as the mint trend. I think mint skinnies might date after this season, but mint tops not so much. Now I'm starting to move away from blazers and have yet to acquire my first leather jacket, so I'm biased....</p> <p>Maybe with 7 leather jackets, you should pass on the moto? </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ask-all-longevity-of-mint#post-944489 Thu, 30 May 2013 02:12:02 +0000 Janet 944489@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I love them both. They are so different I have difficulty making an either-or decision. I love mint and fully intend to wear it after the trend passes because it's a good color on me. If its the same for you, then I could see jumping on the mint jacket because once that color passes out of fashion it will be hard to find.</p> <p>That said, that particular shade does seem more yellowish than what I consider truly minty. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ask-all-longevity-of-mint#post-944485 Thu, 30 May 2013 02:07:04 +0000 bj1111 944485@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>as you may or may not remember--because clearly i didn't before i ordered the mint--i still have the <a rel="nofollow" href="http://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/kr-veda-copper-leather-jacket">veda bronze jacket</a> in contention. &nbsp;</p> <p>so really, i have three jackets to think about, plus i still want a white-ish or pale pale pale gray&nbsp;jacket, like the theory lanai. &nbsp;plus i have 7 leather jackets in the closet.</p> <p>ok...i may have just convinced myself not to buy any more jackets!&nbsp;:P </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ask-all-longevity-of-mint#post-944484 Thu, 30 May 2013 02:06:08 +0000 Anonymous 944484@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Both are beautiful jackets. It's a tough call. I suspect that you'd get the most wear from the Smythe jacket if it fits into your lifestyle. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ask-all-longevity-of-mint#post-944470 Thu, 30 May 2013 01:50:52 +0000 velvetychocolate 944470@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>While I absolutely love the mint moto jacket from Club Monaco, if it came down to a choice between the two - I'd go for the cream Smythe blazer in terms of longevity and useful-ness. </p> <p>This isn't to say that the mint moto isn't fab though...WOW. What a tough choice, and I want to say that you might be comparing apples to oranges here? </p> <p>I think these two items are in different categories. I hate to say it, but you might have to get both of them? I haven't looked at prices - and I have no idea whether mint will still be "in" next spring/summer season. </p> <p>That said, I can understand the concern about the overall longevity re: mint colours. </p> <p>Hoping Angie might chime in here - you have a *fab* moto jacket in a colour that may or may not work over the long term. Meanwhile, you cannot go wrong with that cream jacket - it's a no-fail purchase, provided it fits you well. </p> <p>If it were me, I'd get the cream blazer, but if there was a way I could swing it - I'd also want the mint moto too. Gah!</p> <p>Ok - blazer first, and let's see if Angie has some wise advice about the mint moto. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ask-all-longevity-of-mint#post-944456 Thu, 30 May 2013 01:36:18 +0000 MNsara 944456@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I hope mint is around longer as I just ordered an Equipment mint long sleeve shirt, and I'm afraid it might get warm one of these days. . .</p> <p>Anyways, I think mint is pretty neutral and not a statement maker, so if you love it, it should be around for a looong time.</p> <p>So, is it just between the two jackets then?&nbsp;&nbsp; Smythe would never fit my arms without major alterations, so only consider Smythe if your arms are regular size or slender.</p> <p>I think the two styles are different enough that I'd consider more whether a blazer is more useful, or a leather jacket is more useful.</p> <p>(And if it were really me, I'd order both, try them out, and then decide!)</p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ask-all-longevity-of-mint#post-944454 Thu, 30 May 2013 01:34:27 +0000 Caro in Oz 944454@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Does it have to be one or the other? If it does then the blazer is a modern classic imo which = longevity.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ask-all-longevity-of-mint#post-944450 Thu, 30 May 2013 01:26:34 +0000 Sveta 944450@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I agree with Anna - at least on my screen the color reads more celer-ish than mint.<br />Anyway I think Smythe has no competition! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ask-all-longevity-of-mint#post-944449 Thu, 30 May 2013 01:23:57 +0000 annagybe 944449@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Did someone say mint?</p> <p>Argh that Club Monaco moto is great, but I can tell it's too yellow of a mint. I'm really super picky about my mints.</p> <p>Go for the Smythe.</p> <p> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ask-all-longevity-of-mint#post-944447 Thu, 30 May 2013 01:21:03 +0000 Deborah 944447@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>bj I love both but knowing what I do of your style, I would probably go for the metallic linen.&nbsp; It looks very 'you' and would look great against your dark hair.</p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ask-all-longevity-of-mint#post-944444 Thu, 30 May 2013 01:16:40 +0000 K. Period. 944444@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I love mint and mint is a great color for me, but even I'd still go for the Smythe blazer. &nbsp;Mint and motos seem like they are really coming on hard&nbsp;as a trend, but I'm not sure that mint has the longevity that the moto does. &nbsp;The Smythe blazer nods toward the metallic trend, but isn't so strongly part of the trend that it will quickly date, if that makes sense. &nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ask-all-longevity-of-mint#post-944443 Thu, 30 May 2013 01:14:11 +0000 Eliza 944443@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Depending on your needs and fit, I'd also go for the Smythe. It seems like you've had your eye on it for awhile and it is likely to add a lot to your wardrobe. Both are nice pieces. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ask-all-longevity-of-mint#post-944423 Thu, 30 May 2013 00:48:02 +0000 Parsley 944423@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Oh man, that's a tough choice, because both are beautiful.<br />But I'd pick the Smythe, because I think you'd get a lot more wear out of it- it's classic with a modern twist. </p> <p>ETA: I don't know your coloring, but I'd change my answer if mint is one of your very best colors, but otherwise, no.</p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/ask-all-longevity-of-mint#post-944420 Thu, 30 May 2013 00:45:20 +0000 bj1111 944420@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>With all the club monaco talk, i impulsively bought a mint leather moto</p> <p><a href="http://www.clubmonaco.com/product/index.jsp?productId=21837996&#038;cp=12243596.12280986.12280989.12494937&#038;ab=ln_sale_apparel_outerwearvests" rel="nofollow">http://www.clubmonaco.com/prod.....rwearvests</a></p> <p>But i also want this smythe jacket, which just came back in my size.</p> <p><a href="http://shop.nordstrom.com/S/smythe-metallic-coated-linen-blazer/3460908?origin=related-3460908-0-1-3-2-Rich%20Relevence&#038;PageCategoryId=PP" rel="nofollow">http://shop.nordstrom.com/S/sm.....egoryId=PP</a></p> <p>Which would you pick?</p> <p>Yay= mint. Nay=metallic linen. </p>