https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/kings-day-thrifting-haul Style Advice for Fashion Lovers en-US Fri, 01 May 2026 18:15:59 +0000 http://bbpress.org/?v=1.0.2 q https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/search.php https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/kings-day-thrifting-haul#post-1804037 Mon, 01 May 2017 18:28:36 +0000 approprio 1804037@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p><b>Angie,</b> I see what you mean, that's clearly a man who's never worn a necktie in his life!</p> <p>I haven't seen the whole thing yet, but apart from the wrinkly suit the tone of questioning didn't seem at all disrespectful. I'm thinking the informal style was very much part of the strategy. The&nbsp;press praised both men for such an accessible and honest conversation and at least <a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.ad.nl/binnenland/interview-met-willem-alexander-impuls-voor-koningschap~ae02d7b7/">one report</a> seemed to think different interviewer might have held back. It was pretty amazing.&nbsp;</p> <p>Anyway, good to see you back. Hope your Papa's in good shape!</p> <p><b>Jenn: </b>Everyone<b></b>&nbsp;loved Beatrix and Maxima is pretty fab too. I wonder whether the annual party has suffered a tiny bit from rebranding, and they should never have renamed it. I'm sure Willem-Alexander's charm offensive will put that right. Maybe. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/kings-day-thrifting-haul#post-1803898 Mon, 01 May 2017 12:24:22 +0000 Angie 1803898@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>We had a fun Koningsday too (I was in Velp with Dad). Willem -Alexander's interview was AMAZING - interviewer - not so fab. Too causal and unpolished. I was shocked that he was chosen to interview the King.&nbsp;</p> <p>Fun finds. Have a ball with the alterations.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/kings-day-thrifting-haul#post-1803845 Mon, 01 May 2017 09:27:22 +0000 Inge 1803845@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Liz - No, I was there on Friday, so I just missed the festivities </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/kings-day-thrifting-haul#post-1803750 Sun, 30 Apr 2017 22:35:17 +0000 Lyn D. 1803750@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>This is a great idea!<br /> I like the recycle aspect so less stuff goes to waste. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/kings-day-thrifting-haul#post-1803617 Sun, 30 Apr 2017 13:09:10 +0000 Jenn 1803617@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Many years ago, at this point, my husband and I were in the Netherlands for Koninginnedag. He lived there as a child, and he knew quite a few people spread out across the country, so we took the train from town to town, following the Queen's progress on television and in the streets (I managed to see the tippy-top of her hat, at least). It was so much fun, and everyone was in high spirits. I wish we had a similar celebration. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/kings-day-thrifting-haul#post-1803588 Sun, 30 Apr 2017 08:26:24 +0000 approprio 1803588@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Thanks guys!&nbsp;It's a wonderful tradition and a very fun day. This year was a bit subdued, mainly because of the weather forecast.</p> <p><b>Joy, BD,</b> it's tempting to say it's "not as good as it used to be" but there have been good years and bad years. I always somehow&nbsp;manage to buy something amazing, even if it's only a vintage art deco bottle opener.</p> <p><b>Inge</b>, were you in Arnhem for the day? <b>shevia</b>, I know you'd love it! If you were to plan a trip, I'd say book well in advance though.</p> <p><b>Caro, Jenni,</b> I always thought JC were overrated but these pants are a pleasant surprise. Flattering cut, lush material and thoughtful attention to detail. I'm feeling the return of flares with sneakers, so these could be an unexpected workhorse, not just for lounge wear.</p> <p><b>Suz, Bijou, Sterling,</b> thanks for the encouragement! Once again I'm a bit daunted, but I'm sure this will be easier than last time. I'm already researching some solutions.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/kings-day-thrifting-haul#post-1803557 Sun, 30 Apr 2017 02:41:16 +0000 Jaime 1803557@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Can I come next year? Wow, that is my kind of holiday! You are the trousers surgeon extraordinaire - I have high hopes. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/kings-day-thrifting-haul#post-1803544 Sun, 30 Apr 2017 01:30:05 +0000 Anonymous 1803544@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>That would be such a fun experience. &nbsp;I am so jealous! &nbsp;</p> <p>Those pants are amazing. &nbsp;I look forward to posts about the alterations. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/kings-day-thrifting-haul#post-1803534 Sun, 30 Apr 2017 00:19:30 +0000 Bijou 1803534@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I love the sandals too! So much more fab than the slippers I wear around the house. The linen pants are beautiful and so practical for warm weather. I love what you did with your other pants, so in some ways it is good that these need altering as now you will end up with something unique and even better than the original design. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/kings-day-thrifting-haul#post-1803532 Sat, 29 Apr 2017 23:49:51 +0000 Anonymous 1803532@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>What a great event! The sandals are my favorite. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/kings-day-thrifting-haul#post-1803521 Sat, 29 Apr 2017 23:06:14 +0000 Caro in Oz 1803521@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Sounds amazing &amp; I LOVE the velour pants :)&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/kings-day-thrifting-haul#post-1803510 Sat, 29 Apr 2017 22:02:09 +0000 Barbara Diane 1803510@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Wonderful finds! I'm a bit jealous. Sounds like a lot of fun. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/kings-day-thrifting-haul#post-1803498 Sat, 29 Apr 2017 20:48:16 +0000 Jenni NZ 1803498@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I like the velour lounge pants the best. Lovely colour and look so comfy and I think will look great on you. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/kings-day-thrifting-haul#post-1803489 Sat, 29 Apr 2017 20:06:27 +0000 Suz 1803489@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Wow! It sounds like quite an occasion -- amazing finds! Knowing your sewing skills I'm sure you'll be able to adapt the linen trousers. And I think the velour track pants are really great for lounge. Super soft, and cozy.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/kings-day-thrifting-haul#post-1803462 Sat, 29 Apr 2017 17:22:39 +0000 Inge 1803462@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I bet the atmosphere in Amsterdam is brilliant on Koningsdag, Liz. And very fun finds! Love the sandals and the JC track pants (love the back pockets:-). And I have now doubt you'll be able to doctor the linen pants exactly to your liking.<br />Keep us posted! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/kings-day-thrifting-haul#post-1803460 Sat, 29 Apr 2017 17:20:12 +0000 approprio 1803460@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>We've just celebrated <a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.iamsterdam.com/en/visiting/whats-on/kings-day/10-fun-kings-day-facts">King's Day (formerly known as Queen's Day)</a> here in the Netherlands. There are parties all over the country, but of course it's best in Amsterdam.</p> <p>Part of the tradition is that everyone empties out their house and sells their junk on the street, so the city <a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.iamsterdam.com/en/visiting/whats-on/kings-day/whats-on/kings-day-street-markets">turns into a huge garage sale</a>. My pro-tip for the day is to get up early and head for the famous Nine Streets, where the trendy boutiques are often turning out their store rooms. I've found some amazing bargains this way.&nbsp;</p> <p>This was not my plan this year, but things being what they are I ended up in that patch anyway. I probably missed some of the best deals, but I came away with a few treasures nevertheless.</p> <p><b>Most Unlikely Find:&nbsp;</b>a pair of wooden geta sandals from Osaka denim pioneers Evisu, Already in service around the house - fun and cute with tabi socks. <b>€5.00</b></p> <p><b></b><b>Wildest Card&nbsp;</b><b>(or Demna Gvasalia Made Me Do It):</b> a pair of Juicy Couture velour track pants. I'm not sure what I should say about this, except I needed lounge pants and they're nicer than I was expecting. Unworn but I think they've been in the store cupboard for a while. Cool pocket details. <b>€5.00</b></p> <p><b>Best/Worst Buy:&nbsp;</b>wide leg linen pants from last season, BNWT, priced higher than thrift but still on deep discount, far less than they're listed on Yoox. I'm slightly kicking myself for this because I made a quick decision and didn't judge the fit properly. These gorgeous pants need transformative surgery to make them wearable, but it's not like I've never altered a pair of trousers before &nbsp;<b>€40.00</b></p> <p><b></b> </p>