https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/getting-real-in-2019my-first-purchases Style Advice for Fashion Lovers en-US Tue, 21 Apr 2026 01:07:49 +0000 http://bbpress.org/?v=1.0.2 q https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/search.php https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/getting-real-in-2019my-first-purchases/page/2#post-1988453 Fri, 04 Jan 2019 02:17:56 +0000 Mainelady 1988453@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Thank you, LaPed! The coat is due to arrive on Monday and I am eager to see how the coat looks and works out. Everything you wrote about the Bog boots is true! I think you and I have very similar winters and a definite mud season. I had my first pair of Bogs for almost a dozen years. I really thought my other winter boots would suffice. I was so wrong! Another plus for the Bogs is that they fit well into my snowshoes! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/getting-real-in-2019my-first-purchases/page/2#post-1988438 Fri, 04 Jan 2019 00:39:18 +0000 LaPed 1988438@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>The -40 rated Bogs are fantastic! I'm on my second pair. My first were a gift from my mom almost a decade ago and I just replaced them last winter. Super warm but lightweight and flexible. Love that they're as good in slushy puddles and mud as they are in snow drifts. We are subject to epic freeze-thaw cycles, which means a mix of mud/snow/ ice for a good portion of the year. A pair of truly waterproof winter boots -- with no lacing to let in water -- is a must-have for me. I fI had to guess, I'd say that&nbsp;classic Bogs are the #1 boots for kids where I live. They are so easy to get on and off, and comfortable enough to run around in for long periods of time, which makes them perfect for playground use. My kiddo is on his third pair in as many Northeast winters.</p> <p>I hope the black coat works perfectly out because the cream-coloured one is absolutely gorgeous! I'm rooting for duplication. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/getting-real-in-2019my-first-purchases/page/2#post-1988386 Thu, 03 Jan 2019 23:04:46 +0000 Mainelady 1988386@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Robin F, yes Michigan and Maine both get very cold. Bogs does make rain boots and some of the styles are a lighter weight and are not as insulated. I have a pair of flowered ankle height Bogs that are for rain. The ones I just purchased are some of the warmest ones they make and the soles have much deeper treads for traction. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/getting-real-in-2019my-first-purchases/page/2#post-1988169 Thu, 03 Jan 2019 13:29:59 +0000 RobinF 1988169@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Very nice purchases! I agree that coat variety is nice for our long winters (I am in Michigan so not quite as cold as Maine but close), especially when you need different ones for activities. The boots are super cute, I have always thought of them as rainboots but they must have a nice cushy lining? And good on ice? Interesting... </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/getting-real-in-2019my-first-purchases/page/2#post-1988140 Thu, 03 Jan 2019 10:32:47 +0000 Mainelady 1988140@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Thanks, Cee!<br /> Aquamarine, yeas, the Muck boots are know for being very warm and good on ice. I think they are hold up for years of wear, too! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/getting-real-in-2019my-first-purchases/page/2#post-1988036 Thu, 03 Jan 2019 02:04:09 +0000 Aquamarine 1988036@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Winter hasn’t arrived here yet, but those Bogs look interesting. My son has Muck boots, so I know how good they are. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/getting-real-in-2019my-first-purchases/page/2#post-1988008 Thu, 03 Jan 2019 00:28:05 +0000 Cee 1988008@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Good gear, ML </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/getting-real-in-2019my-first-purchases/page/2#post-1987998 Thu, 03 Jan 2019 00:13:56 +0000 Mainelady 1987998@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Thank you Angie and Christina F. Having a good strategy often saves time and money in the long run.<br /> Texstyle, it sounds like you and I have similar needs and like to be as stylish as possible while remaining realistic and practical.<br /> Thank you unfrumped. I am eager to get them and see if they fit and perform as I hope they will.<br /> Hahaha, thanks Kathie. Swift and stylish! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/getting-real-in-2019my-first-purchases#post-1987978 Wed, 02 Jan 2019 22:57:50 +0000 Kathie 1987978@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Those are gorgeous coats! You will be incredibly stylish while running after your grandson and watching children at recess! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/getting-real-in-2019my-first-purchases#post-1987930 Wed, 02 Jan 2019 17:41:02 +0000 unfrumped 1987930@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Loved the coat and boots! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/getting-real-in-2019my-first-purchases#post-1987894 Wed, 02 Jan 2019 15:33:25 +0000 texstyle 1987894@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Great coat and boots!&nbsp; I have been very practical with my purchases lately and it's paying off both in comfort, daily style and in budget. I have to keep myself in check in that I don't have a need to have a very large closet of "going out" pieces but I do need a large closet of very practical things for casual visits with friends (often involving outdoor time), hiking, walking in muddy or wet conditions, staying warm but in layers as they day's temp progresses, etc. This year I'm going to continue that focus but try to find the most stylish version of practical that I can find. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/getting-real-in-2019my-first-purchases#post-1987889 Wed, 02 Jan 2019 15:24:39 +0000 Christina F. 1987889@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p><div>Sounds like you're on the right track, Mainelady! I like the strategy of rotating items too, both to keep them looking good longer and to prevent boredom. Wearing the same coat day after day can get tedious!</div><div><br /></div><div>I have serious coat envy as well, windchime. Oh my.<br /></div> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/getting-real-in-2019my-first-purchases#post-1987873 Wed, 02 Jan 2019 14:23:13 +0000 Angie 1987873@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Great strategy. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/getting-real-in-2019my-first-purchases#post-1987830 Wed, 02 Jan 2019 10:36:26 +0000 Mainelady 1987830@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Thank you Jussie. I am so happy there are options that allow both warmth AND style. Years ago that was not always true.<br /> Windchime, rotating 3 coats is a very good idea. It only does it change things up, it prolongs the life of each coat. Ooh, your plaid Pendleton is gorgeous! Huge happiness factor!<br /> Angie, thank you! I did seriously consider adding the cream colored coat. Then the little voice inside my head said to wait, see how it fits, gauge the warmth, etc. If the black coat is a dream coat, I will likely purchase the cream. If not, I do think a cream coat is in my future.<br /> Cindysmith, hahaha, yes! I think a little faux fur goes a long way towards upping the style factor. For winter I prefer my coats have hoods. Hats are great, but hoods help so much more with the winds.<br /> Joy, I like the way you think! A good winter coat will never be a poor investment and I can see myself wearing a lighter color and being very happy in it. Around here it would be rare. Puffers are all over the place, but in predominantly darker colors.<br /> Thank you Shevia. I really enjoy the four seasons. If I am warm, it allows me to focus on the beauty that surrounds me. If I am cold, all I can think about is how much longer until I can go back inside!<br /> Bijou, thank you. I also like the shape of the coat and the fur hood. They dress the puffed up a bit. Looking like a potato is no longer mandatory. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/getting-real-in-2019my-first-purchases#post-1987776 Wed, 02 Jan 2019 04:30:17 +0000 Bijou 1987776@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I think you will look amazing in these. I really love your puffer coat, it has such a lovely shape and the fur trim is pretty and practical.</p> <p>I do think there is wisdom in buying the lighter coloured one as well given the weather conditions you live in and with dogs, it will not matter what the weather, you will be having your daily walks. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/getting-real-in-2019my-first-purchases#post-1987759 Wed, 02 Jan 2019 03:08:58 +0000 Jaime 1987759@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I love your upbeat attitude! Cannot relate to heavy winter gear anymore, but still a pleasure to read! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/getting-real-in-2019my-first-purchases#post-1987754 Wed, 02 Jan 2019 02:49:25 +0000 Anonymous 1987754@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>You deserve lots of fun winter wear. You have Recess Duty. As Angie said, get the white coat too. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/getting-real-in-2019my-first-purchases#post-1987743 Wed, 02 Jan 2019 02:24:46 +0000 cindysmith 1987743@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I'd say those fur-trimmed hoods are pretty awesome and a bit glamorous </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/getting-real-in-2019my-first-purchases#post-1987739 Wed, 02 Jan 2019 02:13:28 +0000 Angie 1987739@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>FABULOUS coat and boots.&nbsp;</p> <p>You live in Maine. Winter is your dominant season. Throw in the cream coat too! GORGEOUS with your hair. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/getting-real-in-2019my-first-purchases#post-1987725 Wed, 02 Jan 2019 01:47:44 +0000 Windchime 1987725@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Wise and wonderful purchases to kick off a new year of fashion! When winter is so long, we definitely need an assortment of coats and boots for our assorted outdoor activities!</p> <p>I, too, had a “use it up and wear it out” upbringing. This winter, for the first time in my life, I’m rotating through THREE winter coats—a down knee-length black puffer, a recently-purchased midnight-blue hip-length jacket, and my plaid Pendleton wool coat which is just right on days which are not bitterly cold. (I still have just one pair of boots...baby steps...) </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/getting-real-in-2019my-first-purchases#post-1987719 Wed, 02 Jan 2019 01:35:16 +0000 jussie 1987719@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>The jacket is really nice. I think it’ll make your wintry outfits look very stylish and cozy. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/getting-real-in-2019my-first-purchases#post-1987715 Wed, 02 Jan 2019 01:31:47 +0000 Mainelady 1987715@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Thank you kkards, Madeline and Deb. Here’s to a warm and toasty winter! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/getting-real-in-2019my-first-purchases#post-1987678 Tue, 01 Jan 2019 23:54:00 +0000 deb 1987678@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>A 2019 reality check. Good for you. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/getting-real-in-2019my-first-purchases#post-1987663 Tue, 01 Jan 2019 23:11:08 +0000 madeline 1987663@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Love both coats- I have same style and colors ( I bought both) - just a different brand. I like variety in outerwear. Our winters are long too.<br /> Hope the parka and boots bring you warmth and joy! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/getting-real-in-2019my-first-purchases#post-1987662 Tue, 01 Jan 2019 23:11:01 +0000 kkards 1987662@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>good for you for knowing what you want and what you need and for understanding the difference....nice coat and boots </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/getting-real-in-2019my-first-purchases#post-1987655 Tue, 01 Jan 2019 22:58:01 +0000 Mainelady 1987655@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Jane and Style Fan, I really enjoy the outdoors and feel my best when I can get out in the fresh air. The right clothing makes time spent outside much more enjoyable!<br /> Karen13, I think the Bogs tend to run a little small. I wear a 6 1/2 and size up to the 7. This style is slightly different than my previous pair, but the fit guides were the same. The Bogs are very warm! I can wear a regular pair of Smartwool socks (my everyday brand) and my feet are toasty warm. Check the temperature rating, as different styles have different ratings.<br /> JAileen, yes, those Muck boots were the reason your feet were warm! Muck and Bog are very similar brands and both have great ratings.<br /> Hahaha Cardiff Girl. Yup,in Maine Warm is the New Glam, because Cold is Miserable! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/getting-real-in-2019my-first-purchases#post-1987651 Tue, 01 Jan 2019 22:28:56 +0000 Cardiff girl 1987651@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Bog boots!Thats just perfect.I remember that last year you told me warm was the new glam.l think that definitely still applies! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/getting-real-in-2019my-first-purchases#post-1987648 Tue, 01 Jan 2019 22:24:42 +0000 JAileen 1987648@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>You know your real life, and so getting a black down coat is the sensible option. </p> <p>I have tall Muck boots that are similar - neoprene, but not plaid, unfortunately. I attribute my not getting cold in Barrow this summer to wearing them. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/getting-real-in-2019my-first-purchases#post-1987640 Tue, 01 Jan 2019 22:08:02 +0000 karen13 1987640@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>OOOH - gorgeous coat and boots. I broke down and bought a long Eddie Bauer puffy last year and I'm with you - how did I live without it? &nbsp;After my morning ski I needed an hour to thaw my feet.</p> <p>How do Bogs fit? Are they warm &nbsp;stand alone or do they need extra thick socks?</p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/getting-real-in-2019my-first-purchases#post-1987630 Tue, 01 Jan 2019 21:44:04 +0000 Style Fan 1987630@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Love the bogs.&nbsp; I have thought of getting a pair.&nbsp; In a climate like ours, we need the right outerwear or we are can't do what we need to do. </p>