https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/help-choosing-sporty-casual-jacket Style Advice for Fashion Lovers en-US Wed, 15 Apr 2026 03:27:59 +0000 http://bbpress.org/?v=1.0.2 q https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/search.php https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/help-choosing-sporty-casual-jacket#post-1381489 Thu, 23 Oct 2014 04:37:39 +0000 Caro in Oz 1381489@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I agree with TS the DKNY is cleaner &amp; more interesting imo. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/help-choosing-sporty-casual-jacket#post-1381399 Thu, 23 Oct 2014 02:44:58 +0000 Jaime 1381399@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>DKNY! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/help-choosing-sporty-casual-jacket#post-1381391 Thu, 23 Oct 2014 02:38:27 +0000 rabbit 1381391@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>In my experience the North Face is pretty bomb-proof and all things being equal, could likely last far, far longer than a fashion brand. &nbsp;That doesn't matter though if a design detail bugs you and you don't want to actually wear it for 15 years or so. &nbsp;In that case, I'd go with the cut you like best. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/help-choosing-sporty-casual-jacket#post-1381347 Thu, 23 Oct 2014 02:07:34 +0000 Jeanie 1381347@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I like the DKNY on you. The lines are very flattering on you. &nbsp;The NF is nice but the belt would bug me when the jacket is unzipped. &nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/help-choosing-sporty-casual-jacket#post-1381307 Thu, 23 Oct 2014 01:25:43 +0000 Jjsloane 1381307@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I am now sorted. I agree the belt is an extra step and I admit I'm even slightly bothered by the very prominent logo on the back shoulder. The quality is nice on both, but for me the ease and style&nbsp;of the DKNY will be far more functional. Thank you for your inputs to help me decide.&nbsp;<br />DonnaF the DKNY has similar pockets and same fabric as the NF.&nbsp;<br />Excuse that I tried them both on over my work outfit but thanks for noticing Janet.&nbsp;</p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/help-choosing-sporty-casual-jacket#post-1381292 Thu, 23 Oct 2014 01:11:38 +0000 krishnidoux 1381292@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>DKNY! DNKNY! Even in the way you describe it, it's evident it is the choice of your heart.&nbsp;<br />I can tell you right now, I own a similarly cut raincoat from The North Face, and the belt thing gets in my way. It has to be buckled, and so, it takes some time. When you are a busy MOTG, you need to just zip and be fab, you know?&nbsp;<br />I really like the first one on you.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/help-choosing-sporty-casual-jacket#post-1381286 Thu, 23 Oct 2014 01:03:02 +0000 Carole 1381286@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I really like #2 but I don't like to fuss with belts so I would go for 1 which is a great fit, I love how the back dips a little lower! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/help-choosing-sporty-casual-jacket#post-1381283 Thu, 23 Oct 2014 01:00:55 +0000 Janet 1381283@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I like the first one best.</p> <p>Beautiful skirt too! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/help-choosing-sporty-casual-jacket#post-1381279 Thu, 23 Oct 2014 00:58:44 +0000 Angie 1381279@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I like the original DKNY better. Good one. xo </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/help-choosing-sporty-casual-jacket#post-1381271 Thu, 23 Oct 2014 00:53:04 +0000 DonnaF 1381271@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I find the first one more flattering on you.&nbsp; The belt on the second one appears a bit high.&nbsp; When I've tried on fashion brands vs. gear brands, the gear generally seems more functional by far.&nbsp; For example, gear is more likely to be wind resistant, more functional pockets, etc.&nbsp; It sounds as though this isn't too much of a consideration here? </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/help-choosing-sporty-casual-jacket#post-1381260 Thu, 23 Oct 2014 00:36:31 +0000 abc 1381260@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Fwiw I prefer 1 as well. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/help-choosing-sporty-casual-jacket#post-1381251 Thu, 23 Oct 2014 00:29:24 +0000 Transcona Shannon 1381251@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I have a strong preference for the DKNY jacket. The silhouette from the side and back are particularly flattering. It's like a hi-lo jacket in style and so has more visual interest but without the distracting belt. It's nice and "clean" looking you know? </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/help-choosing-sporty-casual-jacket#post-1381244 Thu, 23 Oct 2014 00:22:53 +0000 UmmLila (Lisa) 1381244@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I like the first fishtail parka best on you. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/help-choosing-sporty-casual-jacket#post-1381243 Thu, 23 Oct 2014 00:21:13 +0000 abc 1381243@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I wonder if the belt in 2 will be fussy? </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/help-choosing-sporty-casual-jacket#post-1381232 Thu, 23 Oct 2014 00:06:52 +0000 shemarie 1381232@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I hear you about "upping" the style for casual items...that should be my new mantra as well!&nbsp;&nbsp; I think they both look good, but I like something about the North&nbsp;Face just a little better...maybe the belt?&nbsp; Always great quality/longevity w/NF I've learned too.&nbsp; They can withstand a lot of abuse.&nbsp; Oh...I love that&nbsp;dress/skirt I can see&nbsp;peeking out too...very pretty colors on you!&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/help-choosing-sporty-casual-jacket#post-1381224 Thu, 23 Oct 2014 00:02:09 +0000 Jjsloane 1381224@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I bought this fab navy sporty jacket on great sale and was very happy with it (not worn yet due to weather not being cold enough). Until today I found another very similar one that I like too at the Rack. This is a casual jacket for MOTG (not freezing at soccer or baseball&nbsp;games), to be worn&nbsp;over sweaty gym clothes and for neighborhood walks. Not necessarily a fashion statement, but I'm not giving up completely on style.<br />Please help me choose between:<br />1-3 DKNY Topper. Dark navy with hood, has separate zip (black) liner and high low hem, also thumb hole for spandex sleeve (not sure what to call this). Pros - zipper goes up to allow sitting in car/walking; not too bulky, serves intended purpose<br />4-6 is Northface Apex Grace in Navy. Pros: hood is detachable, more of a trench style. Not sure I love the belt, although it helps it be not a tent. It is roomy and I could layer a lot under this.<br />Any ideas? Both are within the same price range (although 1 is $20 less) I don't need 2.&nbsp;<br />Thanks in advance. </p>