https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/i-need-a-new-statement-item Style Advice for Fashion Lovers en-US Wed, 29 Apr 2026 01:49:24 +0000 http://bbpress.org/?v=1.0.2 q https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/search.php https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/i-need-a-new-statement-item/page/2#post-2064728 Sat, 28 Sep 2019 01:10:40 +0000 annagybe 2064728@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I vote for the cotton Pendleton cardigan </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/i-need-a-new-statement-item/page/2#post-2064727 Sat, 28 Sep 2019 01:04:23 +0000 smittie 2064727@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I would get one of those wide brim hats and something made in California. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/i-need-a-new-statement-item/page/2#post-2064638 Fri, 27 Sep 2019 19:14:06 +0000 Anonymous 2064638@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Exactly! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/i-need-a-new-statement-item/page/2#post-2064636 Fri, 27 Sep 2019 19:04:23 +0000 Jenn 2064636@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Oh yes,&nbsp;<b>Joy!&nbsp;</b>I'm excited for cowboy boot weather!</p> <p>Right, <b>Opaline</b>?! The eclectic/artsy/boho aesthetic GETS ME. And I like that it feels a bit more mature than, say, FreePeople. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/i-need-a-new-statement-item/page/2#post-2064406 Thu, 26 Sep 2019 22:08:37 +0000 Anonymous 2064406@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Those Sundance catalogs are black holes of goodness. There’s like a 97% chance I’ll love every shoe, bag &amp; piece of jewelry in it. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/i-need-a-new-statement-item/page/2#post-2064404 Thu, 26 Sep 2019 22:05:11 +0000 Anonymous 2064404@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Jenn, I am late but vote for statement light weight toppers. You wear them well and the climate will insure that they are workhorses. Get something you can wear with your cowboy boots. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/i-need-a-new-statement-item/page/2#post-2064399 Thu, 26 Sep 2019 21:53:49 +0000 Jenn 2064399@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p><b>Suz,&nbsp;</b>I'm surprised that I kind of "want it all' too. I am still 13 items below my self-imposed shopping limit for the year, but I have a few essentials that need replacing. Plenty of room for at least a couple of fun things, though!</p> <p><b>Fashintern,&nbsp;</b>I do have a silk kimono from Anthro from several years ago. &nbsp;When I search now, though, only result for "silk kimono" comes up, and it's a blend. &nbsp;In any case, I find it useful as a sun cover-up, but less so for warmth on chilly days. I did not get the dress from Sundance. I actually go back to it every once in a while, and regret it a little. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/i-need-a-new-statement-item/page/2#post-2064355 Thu, 26 Sep 2019 19:01:55 +0000 Anonymous 2064355@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Haha! (^_-) Thanks! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/i-need-a-new-statement-item/page/2#post-2064326 Thu, 26 Sep 2019 17:17:42 +0000 Stagiaire Fash 2064326@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>On synthetics at Anthro: quite a few of their kimonos are silk. Would that work for you, or would it be too lightweight? </p> <p>Some Sundance ideas <a rel="nofollow" href="https://www.sundancecatalog.com/product/rose+garden+blazer.do?sortby=priceAscend&amp;page=3&amp;refType=&amp;from=fn">https://www.sundancecatalog.co.....&#038;refT</a></p> <p>&nbsp;<a rel="nofollow" href="https://www.sundancecatalog.com/product/enchanted+forest+kimono.do?sortby=priceAscend&amp;page=9&amp;refType=&amp;from=fn"><a href="https://www.sundancecatalog.com/product/enchanted+forest+kimono.do?sortby=priceAscend&#038;page=9&#038;amp" rel="nofollow">https://www.sundancecatalog.co.....9&#038;amp</a>;</a></p> <p>&nbsp;<a rel="nofollow" href="https://www.sundancecatalog.com/product/horizon+lines+coat.do?sortby=priceAscend&amp;page=9&amp;refType=&amp;from=fn">https://www.sundancecatalog.co.....&#038;refT</a></p> <p></p> <p>BTW, did you wind up getting the slipdress at Sundance a couple years ago?</p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/i-need-a-new-statement-item/page/2#post-2064325 Thu, 26 Sep 2019 17:13:12 +0000 Suz 2064325@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Ok, I want you to have it all. But I'm very intrigued by the slip dress/ cardi/ boot look for you -- I think it could seriously work. And mustard would be a fun addition. The Fryes that Brooklyn posted would also be cool. But I hear you on break in. I've never bought a pair because I feel they are so stiff!&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/i-need-a-new-statement-item/page/2#post-2064323 Thu, 26 Sep 2019 17:10:26 +0000 Jenn 2064323@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p><b>Fashintern,&nbsp;</b>I sold a few of my less-worn toppers before moving, several others are likely in their last season, and the wool and cashmere &nbsp;ones aren't as everyday-practical here as in Colorado. They are definitely my "happiness factors" as <b>Mainelady </b>puts it,&nbsp;<b></b>so I really could use one or two new ones at some point.</p> <p><b>Bijou</b>, sadly the Kamalah wrap is probably out, as it's 100% polyester. &nbsp;I just love the colors and print, though, so I'm leaving it in my finds just to look at.My budget doesn't extend to a Johnny Was shopping spree, but I definitely can add a special piece every once in a while, which is how I like to shop anyway!</p> <p><b>cindysmith,&nbsp;</b>I would likely want to wear something like that over jeans or leggings, but I really like it too!</p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/i-need-a-new-statement-item/page/2#post-2064317 Thu, 26 Sep 2019 17:01:07 +0000 Jenn 2064317@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p><b>LisaP</b>,&nbsp;thanks for the vote of confidence!<br /><b></b><br /><b>Christina,&nbsp;</b>yup, I always loved that grunge look.</p> <p><b>LaPedestrienne,&nbsp;</b>exactly! I do get that viscose is an affordable, somewhat sustainable alternative to polyester, but I haven't had great luck with it. &nbsp;And I know everyone seems to love Tencel, but my experience has been that it is like absolute sponge for grease stains and holds onto them like Gollum and his Precious. Just not practical for me.</p> <p><b>torontogirl</b>, I think my indoor toppers will be my outerwear here!</p> <p><b>rachylou,&nbsp;</b>I just love coatigan-type pieces. &nbsp;Will have to be really careful here, though, because they can be really warm.</p> <p><b>shevia,&nbsp;</b>it would be fun to push those Colorado boundaries a bit, wouldn't it? I suspect, actually, that our climate is quite similar to your, though maybe a smidge warmer and dryer all around. Is that true?</p> <p><b>Brooklyn</b>,&nbsp;<b></b>those have been on my radar forever. My last Fryes took FOREVER to break in, though, and the thought has given me pause on purchasing another pair.</p> <p><b>Opaline,&nbsp;</b>I will whisper to the wind to blow your direction.</p> <p><b>Janet,&nbsp;</b>so true. I usually know when a statement is going to work because I can't stop thinking about it.</p> <p><b>nemosmom,&nbsp;</b>I am still thinking through the practicality. Would I be able to work in it? Would it be comfortable for a museum day? How often would I reasonably wear that formula?</p> <p><b>suntiger,&nbsp;</b>I don't think my budget will stretch to ALL of the above. Or my closet space, which is quite a big tighter than at the old place.</p> <p> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/i-need-a-new-statement-item/page/2#post-2064304 Thu, 26 Sep 2019 15:31:05 +0000 cindysmith 2064304@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I am in love with the Skyler tunic dress. Like, I would totally love that in my closet. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/i-need-a-new-statement-item/page/2#post-2064283 Thu, 26 Sep 2019 14:57:04 +0000 Bijou 2064283@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Oh the Johnny Was pieces are stunning and so perfect for your style. Like JenniNZ, I immediately loved those pieces the best.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/i-need-a-new-statement-item/page/2#post-2064274 Thu, 26 Sep 2019 14:50:55 +0000 Stagiaire Fash 2064274@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I don't quite understand the reason for a new topper when you've got so many good options in your closet, but that slip dress is my favorite of the batch you first posted, and then when you added the cardi and boots to it--perfect! I know you love your Jonny Was jacket, so now that there are stores near you, I want pix and tales from the fitting room </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/i-need-a-new-statement-item/page/2#post-2064262 Thu, 26 Sep 2019 14:37:16 +0000 Anonymous 2064262@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>All the above You have so many options with your new climate! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/i-need-a-new-statement-item/page/2#post-2064258 Thu, 26 Sep 2019 14:31:28 +0000 nemosmom 2064258@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Slipdress with a chunky cardi and boots is perfect for LA winter. I vote YES!! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/i-need-a-new-statement-item/page/2#post-2064256 Thu, 26 Sep 2019 14:27:58 +0000 Janet 2064256@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>If a slip dress/boot/chunky cardigan combo doesn’t work in CA, I don’t know where it does work! Go for it! </p> <p>I think statement items are often wild cards that are best found when you are just looking for fun and with no real purpose or pressure, if you are just keeping your eyes and mind open. Something will jump out at you! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/i-need-a-new-statement-item/page/2#post-2064149 Thu, 26 Sep 2019 05:13:44 +0000 Anonymous 2064149@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Yes, yes, yes. A slip dress/cardi/booties would absolutely be you &amp; wearable and fun.<br /> I have those Fryes Brooklyn posted in a pale lilac &amp; love them. Very versatile.</p> <p> That Pendleton cardi is really pretty, I hope it works &amp; makes your final cut. I agree that long cardigans and kimonos always look particularly flattering on you.</p> <p>Please send 80s and 70s Southeast! Still all 90s for the foreseeable future and they started back in late April/early May. Blargh. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/i-need-a-new-statement-item/page/2#post-2064138 Thu, 26 Sep 2019 03:18:57 +0000 Brooklyn 2064138@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Get these! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/i-need-a-new-statement-item/page/2#post-2064125 Thu, 26 Sep 2019 01:48:34 +0000 Jaime 2064125@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I am thinking with Rachy that LA might be just the place for a slip dress and it might be fun to make your Fall statement piece something that would never work in your old home during this time of year. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/i-need-a-new-statement-item/page/2#post-2064123 Thu, 26 Sep 2019 01:43:27 +0000 rachylou 2064123@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I think you’d get a lot of happiness out of a coatigan... and that slip dress (!) LA is a place where a slip dress really works. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/i-need-a-new-statement-item/page/2#post-2064097 Wed, 25 Sep 2019 23:19:52 +0000 Helena 2064097@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Another person on team cool outerwear ... As someone who fails to invest in interesting weather appropriate outerwear every year and regrets it just as consistently!! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/i-need-a-new-statement-item/page/2#post-2064093 Wed, 25 Sep 2019 23:11:22 +0000 LaPed 2064093@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Oh yeah, I remember that beautiful black/bronze-ish Pendleton scarf now! You could definitely make use of some of their cotton-based pieces for LA (that said, I feel like I had plenty of winter visits to SoCal where I was happy I had a wool topper for walking along the beach -- but I do run cold!).&nbsp;</p> <p>Nodding along with you and SarahD8; the predominance of viscose and synthetics at Anthro always really bums me out Lately I've been feeling the same about Boden and some other brands too. Every time a colour or print catches my eye, it turns out to be a viscose piece.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/i-need-a-new-statement-item#post-2064055 Wed, 25 Sep 2019 21:09:23 +0000 Christina F. 2064055@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p><div>Those pieces you found browsing all look great. <br /></div><div><br />I've been contemplating a slip dress look too but haven't found one I want to try on yet. I'm having all the 90's feels for that look, though.<br /></div> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/i-need-a-new-statement-item#post-2064052 Wed, 25 Sep 2019 21:01:31 +0000 Anonymous 2064052@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I'd definitely try the slip dress/boot/sweater combo. I bet it would look fantastic on you. And thanks for the info on Sundance.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/i-need-a-new-statement-item#post-2064048 Wed, 25 Sep 2019 20:54:48 +0000 Jenn 2064048@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p><b>SarahD8</b>, I meant fiber content, but the price:quality calculations also don't usually add up for me. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/i-need-a-new-statement-item#post-2064046 Wed, 25 Sep 2019 20:51:42 +0000 SarahD8 2064046@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I LOVE the slip dress/cardigan/boots idea!!!</p> <p>(Oh, and what you say about Anthro — love it until you look at the tags — is spot on for me too. Not sure if you mean price tags or fiber content but works either way.) </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/i-need-a-new-statement-item#post-2064042 Wed, 25 Sep 2019 20:24:05 +0000 Jenn 2064042@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p><b>Sal,&nbsp;</b>new AllBirds are definitely in my future, as my current pair are about done for. You are right about the intangible and unpredictable aspect of statements. I'm thinking of&nbsp;<b>Anchie</b>'s new coat. When you know, you just know. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/i-need-a-new-statement-item#post-2064041 Wed, 25 Sep 2019 20:21:47 +0000 Jenn 2064041@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p><b>JenniNZ,&nbsp;</b>I guess so! It helps that the temperature dropped ten degrees today, and should drop another ten tomorrow. (That'll put it at 75° F or 24° C. Such a relief!)</p> <p><b>Style Fan</b>, I am dipping my toe into lighter colors since the move, but I haven't made the plunge and purchased anything yet! </p>