https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/how-far-would-you-go-for-a-bargain Style Advice for Fashion Lovers en-US Fri, 17 Apr 2026 20:31:16 +0000 http://bbpress.org/?v=1.0.2 q https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/search.php https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/how-far-would-you-go-for-a-bargain/page/2#post-1829858 Wed, 26 Jul 2017 20:48:15 +0000 gryffin 1829858@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Joyce - IKR crazy!! &nbsp;But sometimes things work in our favor! &nbsp;and my long blazer soul mate came home!! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/how-far-would-you-go-for-a-bargain/page/2#post-1829838 Wed, 26 Jul 2017 20:19:44 +0000 Joyce B 1829838@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Gryffin, yay for you on the MK houndstooth jacket! It is definitely worth being an educated consumer. $1600 was a totally crazy price, glad you got it for a more reasonable price and that it is so useful in your wardrobe, aka totally worth it! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/how-far-would-you-go-for-a-bargain/page/2#post-1829833 Wed, 26 Jul 2017 20:05:43 +0000 gryffin 1829833@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>BTW I think every size BUT XS and PS have made an appearance. Not that I'm checking!! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/how-far-would-you-go-for-a-bargain/page/2#post-1829832 Wed, 26 Jul 2017 20:03:58 +0000 gryffin 1829832@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Laura - thank you. &nbsp;You're a sweetheart!!<br />Joyce - I know painful at the sale price. At full price...youch that's probably not going to happen for a sweater coat it almost never happens at that price and when it does it has to be amazing, practical and guaranteed not to pill or stretch out!! &nbsp;Best score MK Collection houndstooth long jacket. I believe last year. &nbsp;It looked like it was made to be in my closet. Except $1600. &nbsp;Not in the world as we know it. &nbsp;I used to visit it on Nordie's site to see if there was a discount and although my size was there it sat and sat, never dropping a bit and then vanished. &nbsp;Lo and behold one day surfing NM there it was for $330. &nbsp;One of the best purchases of the year. &nbsp;I'd had a long houndstooth jacket from AT which I literally wore to shreds. &nbsp;Somethings just kind of belong. &nbsp;There's a sense of right, but nothing is right at $1600!!<br />Barbara Diane - ROTFL!! &nbsp;Yes, yes, yes. &nbsp;We will not be naked!! &nbsp;But wouldn't it be even nicer if we managed to be elegantly and warmly clothed!!! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/how-far-would-you-go-for-a-bargain/page/2#post-1829823 Wed, 26 Jul 2017 19:39:38 +0000 Barbara Diane 1829823@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Sam's soooo cute!<br /> I'd suggest continuing to stalk, but in a limited, detached way, as it does seem like a very special and useful purchase for you.</p> <p>On the other hand, my hard won knowledge from last year's NAS, which I may be redundant in sharing again, is, I will not be naked if I don't find things that work at NAS </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/how-far-would-you-go-for-a-bargain#post-1829800 Wed, 26 Jul 2017 18:40:30 +0000 gryffin 1829800@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>*faints* sweet baby!! Maybe a sidebar. "Sam -a pups opinion" w commentary? Also is any outfit complete without a little dig hair? Just adds that he be sais quoi! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/how-far-would-you-go-for-a-bargain#post-1829795 Wed, 26 Jul 2017 18:29:14 +0000 Angie 1829795@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Joyce, Sam is our therapy for sure. Glad your NAS price was honoured after the sale.&nbsp;</p> <p>Gryffin, this is how I get work done - pic taken this morning: </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/how-far-would-you-go-for-a-bargain#post-1829793 Wed, 26 Jul 2017 18:28:10 +0000 Joyce B 1829793@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I hope you will find your EF sweater coat. You have good use for it and the better price puts it more within reach (at least for me as I would not even consider it at full price). </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/how-far-would-you-go-for-a-bargain#post-1829792 Wed, 26 Jul 2017 18:25:09 +0000 Laura G 1829792@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I would absolutely do that, both for practical reasons of price and because I agree it's unfair. Nordstrom advertised this sale to the public, not just to their cardholders. To make the offer and then not follow through is just not right.</p> <p> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/how-far-would-you-go-for-a-bargain#post-1829785 Wed, 26 Jul 2017 17:41:20 +0000 gryffin 1829785@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Firecracker - lets hope the shoes are worth the fuss.&nbsp; But happy feet (from one with a neuroma) are worth a fair amount of bother.&nbsp; Good luck!!</p> <p>Gaylene - That was part of my concern.&nbsp; So the first thing I did was sit back and have a confab with myself about why I am stalking this item so vigilantly.&nbsp; Bottom line - it's a really good considered choice.&nbsp; I don't have any sweater coats.&nbsp; It would transition from work to smart casual, smart casual is a wardrobe hole, its by a designer I do extremely well with who aligns with my ethics and quality expectations.&nbsp;I always run cold and elegant warm layer are something I am always trying to find.&nbsp; &nbsp;After careful review, I'd like to try it because I think it would fulfill different needs with a single item.&nbsp; Quality and versatility are something I strive for.&nbsp; Most sweater coats are either outside only or too casual.&nbsp; It's different.&nbsp; Yes, I hate unfairness and I am totally miffed at Nordstrom and will take this into account purchasing in the future, but more miffed that I can't get my hands&nbsp;on something that would be a really good wardrobe choice&nbsp;at a price I could buy it at.&nbsp; At the non-sale price it's a much bigger splurge.&nbsp; The sale price is expensive but at full price it would have to be spectacular.&nbsp; In that context, some stalking makes good sense.&nbsp; OTOH, there will always be something else I may not even be able to imagine that could fill that wardrobe hole.&nbsp; </p> <p></p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/how-far-would-you-go-for-a-bargain#post-1829781 Wed, 26 Jul 2017 17:21:27 +0000 Gaylene 1829781@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>The couple of times I've been caught up by YLF's NAS madness, I've made poor decisions. During the excitement, the item is a big deal. Sitting in my closet a few weeks later, it becomes just another piece of clothing, and, a year later, all too often ends up in a consignment bag in almost new condition. There are exceptions, of course, but my track record certainly isn't anything to boast about. </p> <p>If your irritation at Nordstrom's marketing practices is making you think of ways to beat the system, that EF piece is carrying a lot of baggage which has nothing to do with your style goals. I'm dubious of any article of clothing which gets elevated into trophy status--our clothes ought to elevate us by making us look good, not by feeling victorious in a scrum. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/how-far-would-you-go-for-a-bargain#post-1829771 Wed, 26 Jul 2017 16:55:35 +0000 Firecracker (Sharan) 1829771@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>It doesn't really hurt to try, because you can just return the jacket outright if an exchange doesn't work out. </p> <p>I'm a terrier shopper, for sure. But I also get to a point where I tire of the game. So I may be a fickle terrier. I kept at those Kork Ease booties that were eluding me. I got to the point where I stopped, chose something else, and moved on. And then those little Kork Ease suckers reappeared. Still awaiting both orders, and we'll see which, if either, I end up keeping. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/how-far-would-you-go-for-a-bargain#post-1829764 Wed, 26 Jul 2017 16:45:06 +0000 gryffin 1829764@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Angie - that's the best puppy snuggles!!&nbsp; Soft tender smooches to the adorable sam.&nbsp; Honestly, I don't know how you get any work done!!&nbsp;&nbsp; He's that delicious!&nbsp; Standard Schnauzers, my breed, are working dogs, but the mini's are in the terrier group.&nbsp; So, needless to say, we are our pups!&nbsp; Little type a's who need to complete tasks perfectly.&nbsp; I will just pick a new task and there is always something even better round the bend.&nbsp; Fall is my dominant season so more resources!!</p> <p>smittie - that's such a balanced attitude.&nbsp; I love to win, but I don't like competition if that makes any sense.&nbsp; I usually am only competing as a personal best.&nbsp; When it becomes like an I love lucy&nbsp;like&nbsp;episode with a brawl at a panty sale, well I should know better.&nbsp; But I always love to talk clothes (don't we all) and am happy to chime in if I have knowledge on a brand.&nbsp; I just have to decide it I am a spectator or a participant.&nbsp; LIke joining the girls for ice cream but not getting any for yourself!!</p> <p>Joyce - that is good to know.&nbsp; If a PS comes in I may try it.&nbsp; I've worn both sizes in EF but generally like my jackets as long as I can get them.&nbsp; But that would be a very appropriate try on and if it's not long enough.....So I may do a flybye to see.</p> <p>Lisa - I'm thinking pinot grigio, irish coffee (the perfect combo of caffeine, sugar, alcohol and fat!) although I would turn down a very icy brew!!</p> <p></p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/how-far-would-you-go-for-a-bargain#post-1829740 Wed, 26 Jul 2017 15:53:49 +0000 Anonymous 1829740@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I'm totally a beer league shopper too. And gryffin - I can't speak New Jersey, so no move in the plans &nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/how-far-would-you-go-for-a-bargain#post-1829737 Wed, 26 Jul 2017 15:50:23 +0000 Joyce B 1829737@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>-Angie, Sam must do shift work to help YLFers relax into or out of their shopping, he is too cute!<br /> -This is not meant to ruin the good advice that was given but I have had NAS price honored after NAS when I purchased the item. It happened with a pair of shoes that was a good size for Summer feet but when Fall came, it was half a size too large. They honored the price in the store although I did not use that as a strategy. I would not wait too long to make the exchange though. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/how-far-would-you-go-for-a-bargain#post-1829733 Wed, 26 Jul 2017 15:40:43 +0000 Angie 1829733@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>HAH. There you go, Smittie. I enjoy it too. And if it's not meant to be - it's not meant to be. It's just a wardrobe item. And things have to stay fun. So onto the next fun thing!&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/how-far-would-you-go-for-a-bargain#post-1829727 Wed, 26 Jul 2017 15:31:05 +0000 Anonymous 1829727@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Yes, exactly Angie. Some really enjoy the sport of it. I'm more of a "beer league" player! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/how-far-would-you-go-for-a-bargain#post-1829726 Wed, 26 Jul 2017 15:29:27 +0000 Anonymous 1829726@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I really think it would be a shame to give up in NAS altogether though, as it is a nice YLF "community" event.</p> <p>I enjoyed your take on some of the things that were up for consideration, like Veronica beard jackets, for example.</p> <p>I'm a hard-core sales/thrift shopper but I do not enjoy too many people around when I shop, nor do I enjoy feeling like I'm competing against other women, so I have limits about how far I'll go to get deals. Basically, if it is a calm "easy" experience, then I'll partake. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/how-far-would-you-go-for-a-bargain#post-1829723 Wed, 26 Jul 2017 15:06:53 +0000 Angie 1829723@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>And lots of Sam snuggles to you too.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/how-far-would-you-go-for-a-bargain#post-1829722 Wed, 26 Jul 2017 15:05:55 +0000 Angie 1829722@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Gryffin, to some people the NAS is sport - to others it's not. It's all good. The most important thing is <i>to relax into it</i> - that's one of my general top shopping tips. You are wise to walk away now and get back to your state of calm. NEXT.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/how-far-would-you-go-for-a-bargain#post-1829720 Wed, 26 Jul 2017 15:02:58 +0000 gryffin 1829720@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>LIsa - we definitely have to hang out!!!&nbsp; Considering a move to NJ? </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/how-far-would-you-go-for-a-bargain#post-1829719 Wed, 26 Jul 2017 15:02:12 +0000 gryffin 1829719@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Jaileen - I would wear this as a blazer.&nbsp; Angie said it's the appropriate weight since I run cold.&nbsp; I often wear light coats as blazers.&nbsp; So it's not a deal breaker.&nbsp; But if it doesn't pop back then something else even more wonderful will be coming along.&nbsp; I'll take it as a message from fate.&nbsp; But thanks so much for the info!!</p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/how-far-would-you-go-for-a-bargain#post-1829714 Wed, 26 Jul 2017 14:46:38 +0000 Anonymous 1829714@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>*making room on the sidelines*. &nbsp;I know I could have saved lots of money by being so strategic, but I just can't. &nbsp;I save my strategic and /creative nefarious planning for making money, not spending it &nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/how-far-would-you-go-for-a-bargain#post-1829709 Wed, 26 Jul 2017 14:31:53 +0000 JAileen 1829709@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Gryffin, I just looked at the coat, and one comment mentioned it has no pockets. One of the leather jackets I ordered had no pockets, either. I didn't know, and wouldn't have ordered it if I had. That's a deal breaker for me. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/how-far-would-you-go-for-a-bargain#post-1829704 Wed, 26 Jul 2017 14:19:28 +0000 gryffin 1829704@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>fashiontern - I would never have thought of that.&nbsp; Who knew!!</p> <p>Lisa - you have amazing common sense.&nbsp; I so agree.&nbsp; Like candy it's become a pathway to the pit of despair!!&nbsp; May I join you on the bench!!</p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/how-far-would-you-go-for-a-bargain#post-1829702 Wed, 26 Jul 2017 14:14:10 +0000 Anonymous 1829702@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>This is precisely what turns me off of shopping and sales. (the whole having to stalk and plan nefarious strategies to score a jacket - in the big picture of things.....who has time?)&nbsp;</p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/how-far-would-you-go-for-a-bargain#post-1829693 Wed, 26 Jul 2017 14:07:05 +0000 Stagiaire Fash 1829693@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I've heard of people doing that as part of NAS, saw it suggested last year by members of a certain fashion blog that rhymes with "cigarette".&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/how-far-would-you-go-for-a-bargain#post-1829689 Wed, 26 Jul 2017 13:55:37 +0000 gryffin 1829689@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Angie - either way it will be fine.&nbsp; At the end of the day it's "just stuff"&nbsp; But clearly the pursuit of "stuff" is not good for me.&nbsp; And truthfully being a terrier is a good thing, but not over this.&nbsp; So I'm retiring from the NAS hunt after this.&nbsp; I will admire everyone's delightful choices, after the fact in the future&nbsp;and that way no further temptation and I can stick to the considered calm choices that work best for me!!&nbsp; Kudos to everyone else's good sense and calm!! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/how-far-would-you-go-for-a-bargain#post-1829668 Wed, 26 Jul 2017 13:19:24 +0000 Angie 1829668@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>HAH.&nbsp;</p> <p>You crack me up, Gryffin. Love that you are like a terrier with a bone, (and you KNOW that's a compliment coming from me, and going to you).&nbsp;</p> <p><i>To answer your question</i>: I don't go to great lengths to get a bargain.&nbsp;</p> <p>Gryffin, I'm not sure Nordies will honour the sale price after the NAS despite your strategy. That's my only concern.&nbsp;</p> <p>I'm still hoping that the EF coat will turn up in your size.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/how-far-would-you-go-for-a-bargain#post-1829650 Wed, 26 Jul 2017 12:29:51 +0000 gryffin 1829650@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>njw - I cracked up at your reply!!&nbsp; Thank you!!&nbsp; I needed a laugh this morning!! </p>