https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/for-non-nas-participants Style Advice for Fashion Lovers en-US Wed, 29 Apr 2026 18:52:49 +0000 http://bbpress.org/?v=1.0.2 q https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/search.php https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/for-non-nas-participants/page/3#post-978588 Fri, 12 Jul 2013 20:22:37 +0000 Glory 978588@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Agh, I'm feeling weak ladies. I want the bomber, badly....good thing I cannot order it without the card thingy.<br />Rachy Lou - you are too funny </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/for-non-nas-participants/page/3#post-978585 Fri, 12 Jul 2013 20:20:23 +0000 rachylou 978585@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I'm just crashing this party to see what all y'all are saying. Hehe. But hey, I bought my 4 things and now I'm back to the bench. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/for-non-nas-participants/page/3#post-978054 Fri, 12 Jul 2013 11:52:26 +0000 krishnidoux 978054@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>lol Shannon. Count me in. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/for-non-nas-participants/page/3#post-977727 Fri, 12 Jul 2013 00:55:12 +0000 qfbrenda 977727@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I'm definitely on the bench.&nbsp; I do have a dress from Ann Taylor on the way--thank you, 50% off sale--but other than that, I'm trying to keep my clothing purchases to a minimum.&nbsp; I have plenty of nice things and we need money for some work we need to do to the house, like a 2nd bathroom. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/for-non-nas-participants/page/2#post-977614 Thu, 11 Jul 2013 23:09:25 +0000 celia 977614@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Definitely staying on the bench but cheering the happy shoppers.<br />We might as well get some drinks and snacks for the bench party :)</p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/for-non-nas-participants/page/2#post-977604 Thu, 11 Jul 2013 23:05:24 +0000 Wendi1984 977604@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>It's fun to see what everyone else is buying, but here in the desert, the summer's going to last awhile, so I'm not too interested in fall clothes yet. I'm also (1) losing weight - down 30, with 15 to go; and (2) on a budget. So I'm making bargain purchases right now, and Nordstrom Rack is probably as spendy as I want to be at the moment. However, I've picked up some really cute deals lately, so I'm not feeling sorry for myself in the slightest. $10 military anorak at JCPenney, $13 floral blazer at the Rack, $14 faded denim moto jacket from kohls.com, and a few things from a new favorite store, Downeast Basics: a $15 jersey dress, $22 retro print skirt with pockets, and $40 splurge on a great striped maxi dress - with short sleeves, which has been hard to find. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/for-non-nas-participants/page/2#post-977583 Thu, 11 Jul 2013 22:52:01 +0000 DonnaF 977583@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>After reviewing the catalog, nothing piqued my interest beyond a gear jacket, so I didn't schedule an appointment as originally anticipated.&nbsp; Plus, I don't need a whole lot any more; most are #3s.&nbsp; That being said, I have placed a couple of orders, mostly for footwear since my fussy feet are happiest in wide widths.&nbsp; </p> <p>The good news is that I am excellent at keeping track of receipts which I place over the hanger on which the item is hanging, and I am excellent about making returns.&nbsp; I think I gave myself enough time to order and return multiple sizes in the same shoe/bootie at staggered times so I don't tie up my card with $2,000 in charges which I could easily do with only two styles in multiple colors and sizes. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/for-non-nas-participants/page/2#post-977545 Thu, 11 Jul 2013 22:23:40 +0000 Transcona Shannon 977545@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Glad to hear we have mucho hand holding 'cause as Angie posts about what she's seeing and others are posting about what they're buying, it gets harder to stay strong. But we can do this ladies </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/for-non-nas-participants/page/2#post-977472 Thu, 11 Jul 2013 21:15:58 +0000 RoseandJoan 977472@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Oh boo, I lost my post!</p> <p>It's looking eyes and no touching fingers for me this NAS. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/for-non-nas-participants/page/2#post-977379 Thu, 11 Jul 2013 20:24:42 +0000 Glory 977379@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I may have to join the B&amp;M club. So tired of return and not even mentioning the hairy eyeball that I get from kids and DH every time the bell rings.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/for-non-nas-participants/page/2#post-977365 Thu, 11 Jul 2013 20:14:47 +0000 Vicki 977365@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I'll bring some treats as I'm not participating in NAS either since I had a lot of expenses from a recent trip and I've got a closet full of items that need to be enjoyed.</p> <p>Will you please grab on to my extended hand? &nbsp;Thanks for hosting this support group, Shannon! &nbsp;You're making me feel better. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/for-non-nas-participants/page/2#post-976649 Thu, 11 Jul 2013 11:07:07 +0000 jayne 976649@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Save a spot for me.....I would love to do NAS this year but cannot risk the long shipping return cycle to Norway.&nbsp; But someone might need to tie me to the bench...arms extended </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/for-non-nas-participants/page/2#post-976634 Thu, 11 Jul 2013 10:26:17 +0000 rute 976634@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>ah ah love the ideia! We don't have NAS here! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/for-non-nas-participants/page/2#post-976546 Thu, 11 Jul 2013 05:00:31 +0000 Charmian 976546@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I've been unenthused about shopping for the past 6 months, and the NAS preview catalogue didn't pull me off the bench either.</p> <p>Not saying I&nbsp;<i>won't</i> shop NAS&nbsp;(this penguin needs to refresh her bras!), but it's probably going to be boring ol' basics this time around. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/for-non-nas-participants/page/2#post-976537 Thu, 11 Jul 2013 04:33:08 +0000 Aziraphale 976537@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Runcarla, make room on the sidelines for another luddite. &nbsp;I'm a brick-and-mortar gal too. &nbsp;And we don't have a Nordstrom&nbsp;yet in Vancouver. &nbsp;It's easy not to be tempted when you don't even browse the website! &nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/for-non-nas-participants/page/2#post-976528 Thu, 11 Jul 2013 04:20:12 +0000 Transcona Shannon 976528@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>We could have quite the party on the bench with this group :)</p> <p>Anna - you made me laugh with your "hovering rear" comment! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/for-non-nas-participants/page/2#post-976396 Thu, 11 Jul 2013 02:36:20 +0000 Mary Beth (formerly LBD) 976396@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>After some general weakening in resolve, and some online browsing, I remembered reading this on The Vivienne Files, so I went back and found the link to read it again... </p> <p><a href="http://www.theviviennefiles.blogspot.com/#!http://theviviennefiles.blogspot.com/2013/06/your-closet-your-favorite-store.html" rel="nofollow">http://www.theviviennefiles.bl.....ur-closet-</a></p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/for-non-nas-participants/page/2#post-976391 Thu, 11 Jul 2013 02:33:31 +0000 Jaime 976391@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Well I don't have early access so I am benched by default right now. I will be in New York during the sale and am determined to buy something (shoes or a jacket probably) that I will very likely possibly&nbsp;(but not necessarily) return. I love, love, love reading about other people's purchases and Angie's posts about NAS though. I am vicarious that way! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/for-non-nas-participants/page/2#post-976387 Thu, 11 Jul 2013 02:30:37 +0000 nancylee 976387@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I really enjoy everyone's&nbsp;excitement about the NAS--and I pay attention to Angie's picks--but during the past two years I've been a YLF member I've bought only one measly item per NAS: &nbsp;A pair of loafers in 2011 and a Hinge top in 2012. &nbsp;Even though I LOVE fall weather,&nbsp;I just can't get too excited about fall/winter clothing when the temps are still super hot.</p> <p>Oddly, I love buying spring/summer clothing as early as possible. &nbsp;I need the NAS to be moved to February! &nbsp;:) </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/for-non-nas-participants/page/2#post-976382 Thu, 11 Jul 2013 02:26:56 +0000 Anonymous 976382@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Everything I see is usually "nice, but not for me". I'm leaving myself the option of jumping into the fray, but honestly, I can't see it happening. I've never shopped the NAS before, either. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/for-non-nas-participants/page/2#post-976361 Thu, 11 Jul 2013 02:14:41 +0000 froggiebecky 976361@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I'm with you, Caro. ...I'd order online, but since I've lost weight, I don't know what size I am anymore.&nbsp;<br />I moved here a few months ago from the US, and had caught wind of "outrageous prices". My first trip through Myer and David Jones was a sobering experience!</p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/for-non-nas-participants/page/2#post-976290 Thu, 11 Jul 2013 01:27:26 +0000 velvetychocolate 976290@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I'm not necessarily sitting it out, but I wasn't "wowed" by the NAS catalogue this year, and I will wait to see what Angie ends up posting on the blog re: her picks and recommendations. I usually do that anyway. </p> <p>Meanwhile, it's such a shame that Nordstrom uses FiftyOne. I know my Mom has been able to order online from US retailers (ie. Land's End) where the retailer is able to charge the duty right on her invoice, instead of having a third party (such as FiftyOne) getting involved. If it weren't for FiftyOne, I bet my Mom would be ordering stuff during the NAS too! It's not the duty, it's the fact that third party processing companies are charging an arm and a leg for their "services."</p> <p>Ah well....soon there'll be Nordstrom stores opening in Canada. </p> <p>That said, I'm kind of excited about Suz and Sveta's plans to hit the NAS (in person!)&nbsp; ....can't wait to see what they get and how it all works out! </p> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/for-non-nas-participants/page/2#post-976190 Thu, 11 Jul 2013 00:07:21 +0000 MsMary 976190@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I am mostly sitting it out.&nbsp; I did order a couple of seamed skirts because they are my uniform and I have been looking for a red one and a purple one for quite some time.&nbsp; I've also been looking for the perfect cognac bag so I ordered a couple to try out.&nbsp; Will only keep one if it is indeed perfect.</p> <p>Other than that, I'm out. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/for-non-nas-participants/page/2#post-976166 Wed, 10 Jul 2013 23:40:49 +0000 catherine 976166@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I, too, am on the bench.&nbsp; However, I absolutely love seeing all of the fabulous things that the players come home with.&nbsp; Can't wait! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/for-non-nas-participants/page/2#post-976159 Wed, 10 Jul 2013 23:36:19 +0000 Caro in Oz 976159@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Joining Deborah in the Australian chapter. Mind you with the cost of clothing here I could probably pay the duties &amp; be better off </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/for-non-nas-participants/page/2#post-976156 Wed, 10 Jul 2013 23:32:01 +0000 annagybe 976156@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I'm hovering my rear just above the bench. I won't get back to Seattle till Saturday. Plus I just met with my financial advisor regarding long term planning. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/for-non-nas-participants/page/2#post-976094 Wed, 10 Jul 2013 22:27:33 +0000 Lyn D. 976094@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I will be enjoying this vicariously too. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/for-non-nas-participants/page/2#post-976079 Wed, 10 Jul 2013 22:09:18 +0000 Deborah 976079@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Consider me an enthusiastic spectator:). I will cheering everyone on from the sidelines </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/for-non-nas-participants/page/2#post-976050 Wed, 10 Jul 2013 21:50:21 +0000 Mochi 976050@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I had that same thought, Shannon! But more like, not participating because the stuff I saw in the preview catalog didn't pique my interest at all, and I figured I'd get bored with all the NAS discussion. Is there more than what's in the catalogue?&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/for-non-nas-participants/page/2#post-976045 Wed, 10 Jul 2013 21:47:09 +0000 Carla 976045@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Make some room on the bench! I'm the Luddite who still shops B+M stores. The idea of NAS makes me hyperventilate.</p> <p>I'm consoling myself with an upcoming trip to Toronto for a race, and my first visit to a Danier leather store! Hoping to find a perfect moto (my first, ever, leather jacket!). </p>