https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/bi-locational-retail Style Advice for Fashion Lovers en-US Wed, 15 Apr 2026 01:33:19 +0000 http://bbpress.org/?v=1.0.2 q https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/search.php https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/bi-locational-retail/page/2#post-1920490 Fri, 18 May 2018 20:40:17 +0000 Anonymous 1920490@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Thanks, Beth Ann. That is good to know. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/bi-locational-retail#post-1920374 Fri, 18 May 2018 13:30:58 +0000 Beth Ann 1920374@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Thanks, Anne!</p> <p>Chris:&nbsp; I'd like to try the green chinos, those are Fab!</p> <p>Joy:&nbsp; Loft has particularly good scarves taht go on sale often.&nbsp; They also have free shipping often, so it might be worth ordering online! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/bi-locational-retail#post-1920363 Fri, 18 May 2018 13:08:46 +0000 Anonymous 1920363@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Beth Ann, the kimono look on you hits all the right notes and you wear those bold prints well. I am sad that the Loft closed at our mall as I like their summer items very much. Last summer I bought several things there to stock up on tomato red. Now I wish I'd put together a modern twin set by adding a matching scarf when I could. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/bi-locational-retail#post-1920359 Fri, 18 May 2018 12:52:33 +0000 Chris987 1920359@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>More praise for LOFT from me...I find a lot of great stuff there. I recently bought the girlfriend chinos and a black top (I had a specific need for a black top). I got the striped sweater but decided to return it because it's too similar to another sweater I have but hardly ever wear (to quote Angie, "slaps head")</p> <p></p> <p>...and thanks Christina F (fellow pear shaped fabber) I'm going to check out your LOFT pant finds...</p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/bi-locational-retail#post-1919741 Wed, 16 May 2018 05:21:35 +0000 anne 1919741@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Great outfits Beth Ann! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/bi-locational-retail#post-1919678 Wed, 16 May 2018 00:29:13 +0000 Windchime 1919678@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Good to see you again, and you’re looking beautiful in your botanicals! You wear kimonos with such ease; they really suit you. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/bi-locational-retail#post-1919662 Tue, 15 May 2018 23:48:10 +0000 Barbara Diane 1919662@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I love and want several of your tops, but they either don't come in my size or are sold out. They look fabulous on you. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/bi-locational-retail#post-1919656 Tue, 15 May 2018 23:10:38 +0000 Aida 1919656@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Too bad the two stores aren't together! Still great to have go-to resources. Will raise my hand as one for whom those LOFT pants continue to work well Loving these kimonos on you! They seem perfect for your work. Outfit #1 in particular has beautiful moody colors, and just the right mix of casual meets glam. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/bi-locational-retail#post-1919626 Tue, 15 May 2018 21:43:20 +0000 Janet 1919626@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Ditto to you (and Sal and the others) about the frustrations of pants fitting. I’ve tried sizing up to no avail — thighs still sausage casing while the waist has multiple inches of extra room and the rise becomes laughably roomy. Ugh. </p> <p>This is such a great formula for you, and you wear those gorgeous florals so well. Whatever works! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/bi-locational-retail#post-1919621 Tue, 15 May 2018 21:28:23 +0000 Firecracker (Sharan) 1919621@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Great outfits, Beth Ann! I really like these tops with your cuffed jeans and metallic slip-on sneakers. What a fresh, casual-chic look. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/bi-locational-retail#post-1919618 Tue, 15 May 2018 21:11:02 +0000 Sal 1919618@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Nice to see you Beth Ann and these are great looks for your lifestyle and look wonderful on you.</p> <p>I do know what you mean re fit - I have found over recent years that some pants just do not fit in any size due to being too small and sausage like on my calf.&nbsp; Yay for some wider legs or just some ease.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p> <p>I have two kimonos and love them - I don't quite wear them enough but I should wear them more!! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/bi-locational-retail#post-1919615 Tue, 15 May 2018 21:03:06 +0000 delurked 1919615@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>You look great. I’ve had both of these brands work at different times. It’s nice when a store can be a consistent source that works. I really like that hummingbird theme. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/bi-locational-retail#post-1919614 Tue, 15 May 2018 20:59:58 +0000 Beth Ann 1919614@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Cardiff:&nbsp; I remember when my mother did all of her work clothing shopping at one independent shop.&nbsp; The manager went on 3 buying trips a year, with a list of all her 'regulars."&nbsp; She knew what was in their closets, what would flatter their figures, and made sure that two rivals never bought the same suit!&nbsp; It was quality, but still affordable for the middle class, if you purchased wisely.&nbsp; I do so love the selection today, but I miss the quality and the personal touch my mom had access to!&nbsp;&nbsp;</p> <p>Season:&nbsp; I actually think the kimonos suit slightly larger frames.&nbsp; I did, however, choose garments with real sleeves, and not too much length.&nbsp; Less crazy, and they don't get caught in things!</p> <p>Christina:&nbsp; LOVE the teal pants and the micro dot.&nbsp;</p> <p>Angie:&nbsp; I will try the Riviera, and I hope they still have the blue that Christina posted!</p> <p>Katerina:&nbsp; metallic shoes are synonymous with summer to me!</p> <p>Jipp:&nbsp; Strong legs = strong heart!</p> <p>Jussie:&nbsp; I've not looked at Uniqlo -- I'll check them out!</p> <p>Toronto:&nbsp; Thanks!&nbsp;&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/bi-locational-retail#post-1919608 Tue, 15 May 2018 20:34:12 +0000 Helena 1919608@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Terrific that you know what works from where! Makes shopping much easier. Love the kimono outfit on you. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/bi-locational-retail#post-1919594 Tue, 15 May 2018 20:08:50 +0000 jussie 1919594@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Really nice outfits! They suit you perfectly, and I’m tempted to try some loft tops. I also find pants fit trickier than top fit. At the moment I’m liking Uniqlo and Target for pants. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/bi-locational-retail#post-1919583 Tue, 15 May 2018 18:50:37 +0000 Anonymous 1919583@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>The kimonos are fantastic on you and I have the same legs. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/bi-locational-retail#post-1919581 Tue, 15 May 2018 18:43:15 +0000 Katerina 1919581@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>You look wonderful in all these tops! They are really pretty. I love the outfits you have created here with the cuffed jeans and metallic shoes. Super fabulous. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/bi-locational-retail#post-1919552 Tue, 15 May 2018 17:42:41 +0000 Angie 1919552@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p><b>Beth Ann,</b> TRY the Riviera pants in the curvy fit from the Loft. Please. I think you'll like them. Holding thumbs for the jeans. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/bi-locational-retail#post-1919549 Tue, 15 May 2018 17:34:29 +0000 Christina F. 1919549@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I had to rush off earlier. Here are some examples of LOFT pants that have worked on me lately, as well as a pair of Ann Taylor. It can still be hit or miss, though. I hope those jeans work! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/bi-locational-retail#post-1919547 Tue, 15 May 2018 17:19:57 +0000 Like the Season 1919547@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I think the kimono look can be tricky, but you do it beautifully. You're wearing the kimono, not the other way around. Love the jeans, too. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/bi-locational-retail#post-1919540 Tue, 15 May 2018 16:46:54 +0000 Cardiff girl 1919540@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Looking good!Funny how sizing goes isn’t it,l m a different shape to you but there are stores in the uk where I can wear their tops but not their bottoms so you are not alone,but what you ve found looks great on you .Good luck with your trouser hunt. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/bi-locational-retail#post-1919539 Tue, 15 May 2018 16:45:36 +0000 Beth Ann 1919539@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Thanks, Suz!&nbsp; The hummingbird kimono is of that lightweight rayon blend -- nice and cool.&nbsp; I do like a bold print, and the dark blue background makes it a bit more serene, I think.&nbsp;&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/bi-locational-retail#post-1919538 Tue, 15 May 2018 16:44:23 +0000 Beth Ann 1919538@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Thistle:&nbsp; I've found lots of great tops, Thistle.&nbsp; I can't remember how tall you are, but they're also know for their petites.&nbsp; I did try to order some plus sizes to check them out -- I usually fit in an XL there, but I sometimes want more length and flow.&nbsp; I found that the plus sizes were sometimes smaller than the XL (they also carry an XXL, but not in stores.&nbsp; It's more like an 18).&nbsp; Both the tanks I posted have the hint of a swing silhouette, which I think would suit you.&nbsp; They change their prints and colors by adding a new line every 8 weeks or so.&nbsp; If you look closely, you'll see that the red tank and the kimono actually coordinate.&nbsp; The navy tank is a nice poly crepe de chine -- great under a jacket or cardi for work.&nbsp; I'm adding a few more things I've purchased there recently.&nbsp; I think most of them I purchased in XL.&nbsp; The cobalt is actually a 1X, and is smaller than my XL shells.&nbsp; Go figure.&nbsp; I love it, though, it is that same nice crepe de chine, and the cutout is elegant, and the armholes aren't ginormous.&nbsp; &nbsp;P.S.&nbsp; I'm wearing the kimono in M/L --- it's got enough room. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/bi-locational-retail#post-1919536 Tue, 15 May 2018 16:39:46 +0000 Suz 1919536@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>You look sensational, Beth Ann! The kimono look is perfection on you. I really love the Hummingbird one. So pretty. I guess it fits with the whole Diva persona, too -- what could be better?&nbsp;</p> <p>Love your shopping moxy.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/bi-locational-retail#post-1919535 Tue, 15 May 2018 16:37:20 +0000 Beth Ann 1919535@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Christina:&nbsp; I've ordered the jeans below --- we'll see how they turn out!</p> <p>Toban:&nbsp; I'm happy to have legs that are worthy of a frontier woman -- legs like mine hold up the world.&nbsp; I'm not so happy to shop for them!&nbsp;&nbsp;</p> <p>Angie:&nbsp; Check out the jeans I've ordered in the find below. I think the details and silhouette look great --- I hope they work out!&nbsp; I think they're moving away from the named fits -- the website arranges pants by silhouette now, although there are a few "Julie" trouser left.&nbsp; I haven't needed a pair of trousers recently (I'm really loving the Halogen crop flares -- they're my go-to black pant), but I'll keep it in mind.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p> <p>Sarah/Angie:&nbsp; The kimono look -- which I prefer not oversized or too boho, is giving me a new silhouette for summer --- and I wouldn't mind having one more! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/bi-locational-retail#post-1919527 Tue, 15 May 2018 15:48:44 +0000 Thistle 1919527@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>So fabulous!&nbsp; You've inspired me to take a second look at the Loft! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/bi-locational-retail#post-1919526 Tue, 15 May 2018 15:35:07 +0000 Sara L. 1919526@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>You look great!&nbsp; The jeans look perfect cuffed with the sneakers.&nbsp; The look is very polished with the kimonos and tank.&nbsp;&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/bi-locational-retail#post-1919516 Tue, 15 May 2018 14:55:20 +0000 Angie 1919516@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>You look beautiful, Beth Ann. How wonderful to see you post. You OWN the kimono look. KILLER on you. </p> <p>Have you tried the Julie fit at the Loft? </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/bi-locational-retail#post-1919514 Tue, 15 May 2018 14:46:45 +0000 Toban 1919514@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>These tops look great on you! I am having success at Loft thisbseason for tops and toppers, too. I haven’t tried their pants; this is good info to have. I definitely stay away from anything that says skinny with my sporty thighs. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/bi-locational-retail#post-1919513 Tue, 15 May 2018 14:38:16 +0000 Christina F. 1919513@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>With Loft, I have the same problem with pants, but I realized I have to look for "slim," not "skinny" in the name. But you may just want to stick with what works. </p>