https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/boden-basics-review Style Advice for Fashion Lovers en-US Tue, 21 Apr 2026 22:40:28 +0000 http://bbpress.org/?v=1.0.2 q https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/search.php https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/boden-basics-review#post-1953976 Fri, 07 Sep 2018 12:54:34 +0000 Laurie 1953976@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>New Boden convert here, too, and thank you for the reviews since I'm still finding my fit. I haven't tried any pants or jeans yet.&nbsp; &nbsp;I bought that exact yellow coat, on the sale!&nbsp; I love it and can't wait to wear it when it is no longer in the '80's and '90's on the East Coast!&nbsp; The quality of Boden really is impressive.&nbsp; Details. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/boden-basics-review#post-1953929 Fri, 07 Sep 2018 09:08:14 +0000 Chiara 1953929@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I know, very happy with the fit and quality. I also bought some lovely skirts for summer on clearance, cannot wait to wear them when the weather warms up and a gorgeous yellow coat (significantly discounted) which makes me happy every time I wear it, and has received many positive comments.<br /> In terms of fit, I think they are roomier than J Crew, but I’ve only ever bought a few items, just found JCrew and my proportions were not a great combo. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/boden-basics-review#post-1953622 Thu, 06 Sep 2018 09:54:30 +0000 Style Fan 1953622@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Thanks for the reviews.&nbsp; Great that almost everything worked out. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/boden-basics-review#post-1953414 Wed, 05 Sep 2018 16:27:30 +0000 Angie 1953414@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>YAY, <b>Chiara</b>. Thrilled that almost everything worked out. Thanks for the helpful reviews.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/boden-basics-review#post-1953393 Wed, 05 Sep 2018 15:25:37 +0000 Lesley 1953393@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I am thinking of ordering a few Bretons, but I definitely want them to fit roomy. Do you find their top sizing true to size? I shop a lot at J.Crew and Loft for comparison... I'd say J.Crew runs smaller than Loft and I'd expect Boden to be about the same as J.Crew for some reason. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/boden-basics-review#post-1953366 Wed, 05 Sep 2018 12:32:51 +0000 Thistle 1953366@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Thanks for the review!</p> <p>I really wish there was a Boden near me where I could try stuff on. They seem to have great pieces, but fit is so tricky. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/boden-basics-review#post-1953340 Wed, 05 Sep 2018 09:28:01 +0000 Anonymous 1953340@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Thank you for the reviews. &nbsp;They are <i><u>so</u></i> helpful to me when a "real" person describes them to me. &nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/boden-basics-review#post-1953319 Wed, 05 Sep 2018 06:47:53 +0000 Cardiff girl 1953319@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Yay som e one my height,I shall follow all your reviews with interest now and as a fellow long torso person I can vouch for the length of Boden tops in this regard. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/boden-basics-review#post-1953317 Wed, 05 Sep 2018 06:04:33 +0000 Jane 1953317@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>This is helpful to know; I’ve ordered a blush pink jumper and looking forward to seeing the quality. Your experience of the trousers is good to know. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/boden-basics-review#post-1953306 Wed, 05 Sep 2018 04:23:04 +0000 cindysmith 1953306@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Thank you for the reviews. I have recently become sold on EF after seeing so many fabbers loving on it. I am on the verge of trying some boden because it gets such rave reviews on here. I'm putting some boden sweaters on my Christmas wish list </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/boden-basics-review#post-1953283 Wed, 05 Sep 2018 01:45:54 +0000 Gretchen 1953283@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Congrats on some great finds! I don't usually shop Boden for fall basics, but those turtlenecks look interesting. Will have to check them out.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/boden-basics-review#post-1953274 Wed, 05 Sep 2018 01:01:13 +0000 LaPed 1953274@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Thanks for the reviews! I have the turtleneck on order in two sizes, but suspect it might be long on me. The fabric sounds great from your description, so if the fit is good otherwise maybe it will be worth trimming and hemming. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/boden-basics-review#post-1953258 Wed, 05 Sep 2018 00:07:40 +0000 Chiara 1953258@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Inspired by Angie and others extolling the quality of Boden, I ordered a few items. Only one is going back, a record for me! I thought I'd review some basic items, as these can be hard to find (or they are for me!). I'm 5' 8" with a long torso, average legs, and hips about 10" wider than waist, so all these things can make fit challenging. Generally a UK 6-8 on top and a 10-12 in pants.<br /> Boden turtle neck- I bought the blue and white as this is a wardrobe basic for me, under high necked jumpers. This is a robust cotton mix, not a thin fabric, and has enough drape to be forgiving of bulges without being bulky- the fabric weight and drape mean it can be worn on its own. Best of all, a long torso, so plenty of room to tuck in.<br /> Trafalgar straight leg jeans- I bought these in 12 long, as I like a full break. I have the vintage and dark navy washes. A solid denim with a bit of stretch, these are definitely jeans for cooler temperatures. These fit very well on me, coping with my waist-hip difference without any need to tailor. The rise is medium on me, and the straight leg balances out my hips well, without being voluminous. <br /> Hampshire Ponte trousers- based on reviews which said these run larger, I bought these in a 10R. They fit well in terms of waist and length, but 'grab' in an unflattering manner over my thighs, so I need to get a 12 and tailor the waist. The fabric is dense, so good in cooler weather, but unlined. </p>