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YouLookFab Forum » Topic: Jackets, cont. https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/jackets-cont Style Advice for Fashion Lovers en-US Tue, 09 Jun 2026 23:29:01 +0000 http://bbpress.org/?v=1.0.2 <![CDATA[Search]]> q https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/search.php Antje on "Jackets, cont." https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/jackets-cont/page/2#post-29998 Wed, 08 Oct 2008 21:13:08 +0000 Antje 29998@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ Maya, since you mentioned that polka dot Tulle jacket: have you checked Tulle's current jacket collection? There are quite a few that I think are adorable and might fit your criteria. <a href="http://www.tulle4us.com/style/jackets_and_coats/?page=all&size=&sort=new" rel="nofollow">http://www.tulle4us.com/style/.....8;sort=new</a> I know it's a drag to order online and deal with returns but maybe it could work since you seem to already have explored lots of other options. Tulle sometimes sends coupon codes; let me know if you're interested and I'll check if I got one recently if you're not on their list. Maya on "Jackets, cont." https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/jackets-cont/page/2#post-29986 Wed, 08 Oct 2008 19:43:05 +0000 Maya 29986@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ I can't really place it but somehow I just felt funny in bikers. I actually felt kind of embarrassed when I was trying them on in store. It just didn't feel very "me." The Arden B jacket and the red Guess jacket were appealing to me because they didn't weren't quite as in-your-face as the heavy black kinds with lots of hardware, zippers, and doo-dads. Those just feel like a costume to me. I'd rather have people see me and refer to me as "the girl in the red jacket" rather than "the girl in the biker jacket." I think we would all love to see a picture of you dressed as your illustration so we can judge properly (or just because it would be fun to see). I loooove the white specs. I had wanted white when I went glasses shopping, but they didn't have any that fit my face. Angie on "Jackets, cont." https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/jackets-cont/page/2#post-29856 Wed, 08 Oct 2008 05:31:33 +0000 Angie 29856@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ Yup. That’s the picture. It “sort of” looks biker jacket–ish on my computer screen! I hear you, though. You’re looking for an alternative style. Still think you’d look great in a short black biker jacket. The illustrations are indeed based on clothes I own and wear. I use to have a pink cardigan with a huge black rose (3 years ago). But as a knit, it wasn’t long before it had a quality issue so I returned it. Maya on "Jackets, cont." https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/jackets-cont/page/2#post-29833 Wed, 08 Oct 2008 02:11:47 +0000 Maya 29833@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ Oh, and I saw the new drawing. Love it, especially the element of fantasy in the shoes Are these based on clothes you own or a general style you describe to the artist? Did you really own that pink cardigan in the old illustration? Maya on "Jackets, cont." https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/jackets-cont/page/2#post-29810 Wed, 08 Oct 2008 00:08:32 +0000 Maya 29810@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ Me? Biker Jacket? Hmm, are you talking about this picture? <a href="http://img.photobucket.com/albums/v35/ranabow/scarfs.jpg" rel="nofollow">http://img.photobucket.com/alb.....scarfs.jpg</a> That's a little lightweight peacoat. I'm about 15 pounds heavier and 3 cup sizes bigger than I was there and so I had long since given that jacket away. I don't think a double breasted and short style like that would look good on me anymore. Angie on "Jackets, cont." https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/jackets-cont/page/2#post-29749 Tue, 07 Oct 2008 14:01:00 +0000 Angie 29749@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ That’s a shame, Maya. Sort of wish I could take you shopping with me. I'm confidant we'd find you a jacket! But that doesn’t help right now I know. So perhaps you’ll bump into one when you least expect. I’ll keep my eyes peeled. I remember that you posted a picture of yourself on this forum when you were much younger (you were 20 I think). And you wore a biker jacket of sorts. I remember that looking really nice. Does that ring a bell? p.s. did you notice the new blog illustration? Ana on "Jackets, cont." https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/jackets-cont/page/2#post-29684 Tue, 07 Oct 2008 02:09:19 +0000 Ana 29684@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ :( Hopefully the red one will go on sale soon then. Sorry Maya. Maya on "Jackets, cont." https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/jackets-cont/page/2#post-29681 Tue, 07 Oct 2008 02:07:21 +0000 Maya 29681@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ Tanya + Ana, I had mixed feelings about all the hardware on it so I passed on it. It had a hood too, which I wasn't crazy about. I have not tried it on though, but I suspect being cropped is going to be problematic. I want to give the red one a try, but it's just too expensive and I can't find any coupons at all Ana on "Jackets, cont." https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/jackets-cont/page/2#post-29678 Tue, 07 Oct 2008 02:02:54 +0000 Ana 29678@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ Thanks for asking that Tanya, I was wondering about that too. Tanya on "Jackets, cont." https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/jackets-cont#post-29674 Tue, 07 Oct 2008 01:51:45 +0000 Tanya 29674@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ I am so sorry to hear this Maya. Did you ever get to try that navy Guess moto jacket you liked? Dani on "Jackets, cont." https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/jackets-cont#post-29658 Tue, 07 Oct 2008 01:11:25 +0000 Dani 29658@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ Sorry Maya Maybe now that you've stopped looking, one will fall in your lap. Maya on "Jackets, cont." https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/jackets-cont#post-29638 Tue, 07 Oct 2008 00:04:55 +0000 Maya 29638@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ Not a successful day I quickly discovered that a black moto jacket is just too harsh on me, regardless of material and fit. It just does not suit me and almost looks comical. I did not find the Express one ill-fitting and masculine, but I felt like it was hitting me at a weird place. That seems to extend to all cropped jackets. My torso is too short for them to look cropped, so instead they just look like they're too short. Zara seems to have a love affair with shoulder pads right now, so that trip was not successful either. H&M had a lot of wool/winter jackets but not much else. Wasn't too impressed with Esprit. VS apparently does not carry their clothing in store, so I felt a bit silly going in there and coming right back out, but I did not get to try on the ruffle jacket. Anthropologie had nothing (though the only place I checked was the sale rack, since that is the only part of the store I can afford). The white moto jacket from Arden B was the best by far, but the shoulders were HUGE. Not only did they drop down too much, but they were gathered. I normally like puffed/gathered sleeves, but not with such a bulky material. Since it's faux leather, I imagine it would be a difficult to impossible alteration. Finally, Filene's basement had nothing. Maybe it's just me, but functional jackets seem to be obsolete. It's either about layering/suit/indoor jackets, or coats. Nothing in between. So I'm abandoning the hunt for now. But thanks for everyone's help. I appreciate it very much. Maya on "Jackets, cont." https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/jackets-cont#post-29444 Mon, 06 Oct 2008 02:06:22 +0000 Maya 29444@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ It also comes in black Angie. Wish it came in white though, but who knows. Alecia on "Jackets, cont." https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/jackets-cont#post-29433 Mon, 06 Oct 2008 01:32:19 +0000 Alecia 29433@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ The VS jacket is SO adorable. I've got my fingers crossed that it works for you, Maya! Angie on "Jackets, cont." https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/jackets-cont#post-29432 Mon, 06 Oct 2008 01:31:37 +0000 Angie 29432@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ Thanks for the validation, Tanya. It truly is a beautiful little jacket. But I hear you on the sleeve length, Maya. Like the VS jacket too. Beware of beige! But it’s so pretty. Have fun shopping Tanya on "Jackets, cont." https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/jackets-cont#post-29430 Mon, 06 Oct 2008 01:29:31 +0000 Tanya 29430@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ Maya, I really like the VS one ! I hope that it will work for you! I have a completely different jacket from them but from the same material, and so far it's holding up quite well. Maya on "Jackets, cont." https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/jackets-cont#post-29427 Mon, 06 Oct 2008 01:27:04 +0000 Maya 29427@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ Angie, I saw that ATL jacket too and it's very pretty, but the sleeves are no good. I really need the full length. Actually, I was considering this one from VS because of the ruffle: <a href="http://www2.victoriassecret.com/commerce/onlineProductDisplay.vs?namespace=productDisplay&origin=onlineProductDisplay.jsp&event=display&prnbr=9E-227469&page=5&cgname=OSCLOJACZZZ&rfnbr=2250&cm_mmc=CJ-_-1909792-_-2178999-_-Product%20Catalog" rel="nofollow">http://www2.victoriassecret.co.....%20Catalog</a> I will also check Bebe. Luckily Bebe, Express, Arden B, and VS are all on 5th ave right where I am. I got all my homework done this weekend so I don't have to work in the labs during my break between classes and I can use that time to shop :p Tanya on "Jackets, cont." https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/jackets-cont#post-29418 Mon, 06 Oct 2008 00:54:53 +0000 Tanya 29418@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ I hope you find something Maya. I have been to the mall today ans saw this ATL jacket that Angie posted, it is really pretty! Angie on "Jackets, cont." https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/jackets-cont#post-29416 Mon, 06 Oct 2008 00:51:21 +0000 Angie 29416@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ Don't give up on the Express jacket yet. Try it on and let me know what you think. Go to Bebe too. For me! Do you find that regular length sleeves are too long for your petite frame? I have not seen the Ardeb B jacket in the flesh. But I’m hopeful. Their woven items are pretty good. I know it’s not long sleeved, but this Loft jacket is fabulous on and well made. You might not like the ruffle on the chest, but it’s an impressive little style. <a href="http://www.anntaylorloft.com/catalog/product.jsp?productId=14792&N=1200006&pCategoryId=199&categoryId=205&Ns=CATEGORY_SEQ_205&defaultColorNameFromCategory=Saddle%20Brown&defaultSizeTypeFromCategory=Misses" rel="nofollow">http://www.anntaylorloft.com/c.....ory=Misses</a> Maya on "Jackets, cont." https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/jackets-cont#post-29378 Sun, 05 Oct 2008 20:57:36 +0000 Maya 29378@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ That's sad! I was counting on the Express one. I have not been able to find any discount codes for Guess so far. I even signed up for email list, but they haven't sent any promos codes so far. I do have one for Arden B though, so I guess that jacket is my best bet. Have you seen it in person Angie? Angie on "Jackets, cont." https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/jackets-cont#post-29374 Sun, 05 Oct 2008 19:56:25 +0000 Angie 29374@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ I've had the Express satin biker jacket on a few bodies - masculine and quite ill-fitting. I’ll be interested to hear what you think. That’s why I didn’t suggest it to you. Try Bebe too. There are great satin moto jackets on sale for under $100. I had two clients purchase them last week. Unfortunately I can’t find links to show you. I’ve seen the red Guess biker in the flesh – gorgeous. Can you come up with a few discount codes to bring down the price? Report back please! Maya on "Jackets, cont." https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/jackets-cont#post-29372 Sun, 05 Oct 2008 19:31:03 +0000 Maya 29372@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ I really like the red Guess jacket, Angie. It's actually about the right weight. I'm not looking for something to carry me through all of fall. Just for the early transitional part, September-October, when it's windy and cold in the morning, but warms up a bit in the afternoon. That's why waiting doesn't really make sense: By the time the full length sleeves come out, it will be too cold and I'll be in my trench anyway.The only thing that's "wrong" with the Guess jacket is the price. I'm trying to stay well under $100. I also am drawn to this one, even though it's black, because of the satin material. <a href="http://www.express.com/catalog/product.jsp?productId=2139&parentCategoryId=2&categoryId=32&subCategoryId=32" rel="nofollow">http://www.express.com/catalog.....egoryId=32</a> I'm going to try them both (the Express and Arden B one) on tomorrow. Angie on "Jackets, cont." https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/jackets-cont#post-29359 Sun, 05 Oct 2008 15:14:57 +0000 Angie 29359@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ That’s a good point. I suppose I was hoping you’d have light coloured tops! The Arden B jacket is great. Have you seen the red Guess jacket? I had it on my blog post. It might not be warm enough, though. <a href="http://shop.guess.com/ProductDetails.aspx?style=YI08S120&image=YI08S120-JBLI&root_category" rel="nofollow">http://shop.guess.com/ProductD.....t_category</a>|46=Women&category|60=Outerwear&browse=1&rpt=Department.aspx&pt=ProductListing.aspx Nice suggestion aj. Maya on "Jackets, cont." https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/jackets-cont#post-29333 Sun, 05 Oct 2008 00:59:10 +0000 Maya 29333@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ AJ, that's exactly the problem. I want a jacket that works for both. Right now I have a lined blazer which would do the trick but for the fact that it's too small. I just want something comparable to that. I tend to be very specific with what I want, which is why I don't tend to enjoy shopping much. But I can't have 10 different things to fulfill 10 different purposes. I can only afford one jacket, so it has to be one hell of a jacket, y'know? Maya on "Jackets, cont." https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/jackets-cont#post-29331 Sun, 05 Oct 2008 00:48:54 +0000 Maya 29331@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ Angie, I'm not so sure about a black biker. It just seems harsh. I like the biker jacket look, but I feel like I would probably prefer a softer version, and since so many of my clothes are dark, a lighter one would give a nice contrast. You read my mind about the Guess one. It's lovely, but I'm just not sure about the fleece. I think it's going to get gray kitty fur all over it, and it isn't wind-proof. The look of it is spot on though. I'm tipping towards this one right now: <a href="http://www.ardenb.com/catalog/product.jsp?productId=12580&categoryId=137&parentCategoryId=0&productVariantId=81297&quantity=1&itemGUID=c9b62b42c0a86f8c0032a3259c3b63b5" rel="nofollow">http://www.ardenb.com/catalog/.....259c3b63b5</a> I would like to see it in person first though. I really liked this one too from the front, but I find all that corseting on the back a little fussy: <a href="http://www.armaniexchange.com/product/womens/seasonal+essentials/a" rel="nofollow">http://www.armaniexchange.com/.....sentials/a</a>|x+logo+moto+jacket.do?asc=&sortby=&size= I checked Esprit but all their jackets seem to be in the black/gray family as well. As for Macys, I actually did go there a few days ago but I didn't have that much time. I wanted to check out the Kensie department anyway so I might go back. Amanda on "Jackets, cont." https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/jackets-cont#post-29330 Sun, 05 Oct 2008 00:30:42 +0000 Amanda 29330@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ Maya -- do you prefer jackets to sweaters? I wonder if the issue is being cold inside, you might find a couple of cardigans that would work with a variety of tops that you have. Then you could maybe find an inexpensive raincoat to wear while it's still too warm to wear your trench. You could wear that outside and then take it off and still be warm inside. I was also confused about whether you were looking for an outwear jacket or an non-outwear jacket. It sounds like you want something that works as both. I agree that the 3/4 length sleeves are frustrating -- same problem with trench coats. It's good that you seem to know exactly what you want -- but I feel your frustration -- knowing exactly what you want sometimes makes it even harder to find. Debbie on "Jackets, cont." https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/jackets-cont#post-29327 Sun, 05 Oct 2008 00:20:54 +0000 Debbie 29327@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ OMG I LOVE the first red coat! Angie on "Jackets, cont." https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/jackets-cont#post-29326 Sat, 04 Oct 2008 23:24:54 +0000 Angie 29326@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ I hear you, Maya. Long sleeved jackets are about to come out so it might be a question of waiting. But in the mean time, have a squizz at these: <a href="http://shop.nordstrom.com/S/2993963/0~2378467~2378483~2383026?mediumthumbnail=Y&origin=category&searchtype=&pbo=2383026&P=1" rel="nofollow">http://shop.nordstrom.com/S/29.....6&P=1</a> <a href="http://shop.nordstrom.com/S/2986049/0~2378467~2378483~2383026?mediumthumbnail=Y&origin=category&searchtype=&pbo=2383026&P=1" rel="nofollow">http://shop.nordstrom.com/S/29.....6&P=1</a> <a href="http://www.urbanoutfitters.com/urban/catalog/productdetail.jsp?itemdescription=true&itemCount=60&startValue=61&selectedProductColor=&sortby=&id=14776553&parentid=W_APP_JACKETS&sortProperties=+product.marketingPriority,-product.startDate&navCount=75&navAction=poppushpush&color=" rel="nofollow">http://www.urbanoutfitters.com.....038;color=</a> Are you open to a black non-leather moto jacket? <a href="http://www.urbanoutfitters.com/urban/catalog/productdetail.jsp?itemdescription=true&itemCount=60&startValue=1&selectedProductColor=&sortby=&id=14989008&parentid=W_APP_JACKETS&sortProperties=+product.marketingPriority,-product.startDate&navCount=66&navAction=poppushpush&color=" rel="nofollow">http://www.urbanoutfitters.com.....038;color=</a> <a href="http://www.urbanoutfitters.com/urban/catalog/productdetail.jsp?itemdescription=true&itemCount=60&startValue=1&selectedProductColor=&sortby=&id=14988992&parentid=W_APP_JACKETS&sortProperties=+product.marketingPriority,-product.startDate&navCount=66&navAction=poppushpush&color=" rel="nofollow">http://www.urbanoutfitters.com.....038;color=</a> <a href="http://www.urbanoutfitters.com/urban/catalog/productdetail.jsp?itemdescription=true&itemCount=60&startValue=1&selectedProductColor=&sortby=&id=15106297&parentid=W_APP_JACKETS&sortProperties=+product.marketingPriority,-product.startDate&navCount=66&navAction=poppushpush&color=" rel="nofollow">http://www.urbanoutfitters.com.....038;color=</a> This one is cream: <a href="http://shop.guess.com/ProductDetails.aspx?style=Y8381700&image=Y8381700-MLK&root_category" rel="nofollow">http://shop.guess.com/ProductD.....t_category</a>|46=Women&category|60=Outerwear&browse=1&rpt=Department.aspx&pt=ProductListing.aspx The esprit links don’t work when I copy them, but look at their jackets too. Quite a few nice looks. I know you don’t like Macys, but their junior department is full of sweet, fun and affordable styles. Muster up the courage! Also, don't worry about layers peeking out and having to match them with the jacket. I like a mismatched look. Maya on "Jackets, cont." https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/jackets-cont#post-29299 Sat, 04 Oct 2008 20:02:47 +0000 Maya 29299@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ Hi Angie, My biggest frustration so far has been that the jackets I like often have 3/4 or shorter sleeve lengths. I have to automatically disqualify all of them. It's just not practical. Second, I know it sounds picky of me, but I do want something that's funkier and more fun to look at than just a plain cord jacket or black blazer. The reason for this is because I get cold easily and quite frequently go an entire day without taking off my jacket. So if I have to cover up the cute top that I'm wearing, I want to cover it up with something that is at least as interesting to look at. When I think of the details I like, I think of big shiny buttons, slightly (not very) puffed sleeves, pickstitching, contrast piping, patterns (though subtle), etc. I am also unsure of how to deal with layering. Most of the jackets I see are shorter than my shirts and sweaters, so do I have to make sure they coordinate if I'm going to have a bit of shirt peeking out from below? And of course there are some things I am either sure I can't wear, or unsure if I can wear. I know I can't wear pockets on the bust, for example, so anything with chest pockets is automatically out. I'm not sure if I can or should wear jackets that button all the way up, or if I should stick to the 1-3 button "lock and load" effect. That's why I waffled over getting that funnel neck jacket. Remember that Tulle jacket you once posted? Let me see if I can find it. <a href="http://youlookfab.com/2007/09/27/do-you-love-or-loathe-the-new-trapeze-jacket/" rel="nofollow">http://youlookfab.com/2007/09/.....ze-jacket/</a> The polkadot one. I love it. It has cropped sleeves, but other than that, it's everything I'm looking for stylewise. If there are plenty of jackets that suit my requirements, please point them out to me. I'm more than eager for suggestions. BTW I am also very open to a white nonleather moto jacket. I would really like one of those but it seems hard to find so I'm not holding my breath. Angie on "Jackets, cont." https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/jackets-cont#post-29297 Sat, 04 Oct 2008 19:35:25 +0000 Angie 29297@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ Maya, indulge me. I am trying to understand why jacket shopping is frustrating. There are plenty of jackets around that suit your requirement and price point. Help me out!