https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/my-nas-purchases-squeaking-em-in-just-before-the-sale-goes-live Style Advice for Fashion Lovers en-US Sat, 09 May 2026 00:07:51 +0000 http://bbpress.org/?v=1.0.2 q https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/search.php https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/my-nas-purchases-squeaking-em-in-just-before-the-sale-goes-live/page/2#post-675521 Sun, 22 Jul 2012 20:24:52 +0000 Aida 675521@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Thanks for all the comments, I appreciate all of the feedback! I just realized that the sweater I bought is petite so I am keeping my eyes peeled in hopes that the regular size comes back into stock to see if its longer length/sleeves looks better. Will post an update when I get all the new sizes :D</p> <p>Scarlet, hubby doesn't like tall boots in general, and even more when they are wide at the ankles (my ankles are quite small). I still haven't had a change to show him in person (he's only seen these photos); debating picking up a larger size so I can put an insert in there but that would make the gap even bigger :\ </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/my-nas-purchases-squeaking-em-in-just-before-the-sale-goes-live/page/2#post-674486 Sat, 21 Jul 2012 12:28:50 +0000 Anonymous 674486@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>You scored some great items here, and boy are they figure flattering! You look great!</p> <p>Good luck with your car. . . I hope it's something minor. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/my-nas-purchases-squeaking-em-in-just-before-the-sale-goes-live/page/2#post-674482 Sat, 21 Jul 2012 12:10:39 +0000 krishnidoux 674482@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Colorblock Halogen sweater (3) is my absolute favourite! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/my-nas-purchases-squeaking-em-in-just-before-the-sale-goes-live/page/2#post-674444 Sat, 21 Jul 2012 05:47:54 +0000 Scarlet 674444@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I am crazy about the boots and the skirt! Since you say the boots gap, when I squint my eyes at the photos I can see how you are concerned they might start to slouch more over time, but I wouldn't have picked up on that myself. What does hubby not like, the spat-like detail? I can see that being something my DH would be confused by. I just think they look so great on you and and both fit your style but also bring a cool new element to it. Yeah, the skirt is gorgeous. Everything else I could go either way on. (except the tights--tight fun is always good). I agree that the first blouse could be longer. The sweater is pretty, but I find the curve of the color block in the bust area odd, although that is just a matter of personal preference. The moto is a gorgeous jacket, but I do wonder if it is a little touch snug in the arms. Looking forward to seeing the other size and maybe a styled look with it (just to see this gorgeous jacket in action--I would so buy it if I could) </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/my-nas-purchases-squeaking-em-in-just-before-the-sale-goes-live/page/2#post-674347 Sat, 21 Jul 2012 02:54:52 +0000 Kari 674347@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Aida, I really hope the larger moto jacket works on you, because I love you in it (but agree it looks snug in the shoulders.)</p> <p>I LOVE your picks! (And hey there, skirt twin!) </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/my-nas-purchases-squeaking-em-in-just-before-the-sale-goes-live/page/2#post-674281 Sat, 21 Jul 2012 01:31:37 +0000 Mellllls 674281@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I really like the moto jacket in that size. Also love the boots. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/my-nas-purchases-squeaking-em-in-just-before-the-sale-goes-live/page/2#post-674270 Sat, 21 Jul 2012 01:21:43 +0000 MNsara 674270@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I am catching up, big time here, and have to begin by saying how utterly fabulous your new hair style is!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! I am also amazed by the style quotient difference I sense with the new, more edgy, angled bob that plays up those to-die-for curls!!!! I hope you are just as thrilled as I am with your new cut ;-)</p> <p>Now, NAS - We might be blush leather quadruplets (or something) !! I got one too! I am usually between S &amp; M and got M, so if you need to size 'up' that might be the way they run. Please keep this (are you listening, Aida's car?) because its color with your color is SO beautiful!!</p> <p>I'm also smitten with those boots </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/my-nas-purchases-squeaking-em-in-just-before-the-sale-goes-live/page/2#post-674254 Sat, 21 Jul 2012 00:57:12 +0000 Parsley 674254@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>You've got some great finds, Aida!<br /> I love the houndstooth blouse and I don't think it looks too short on you at all The regular size may be more the length you want, but is it worth having to shorten the sleeves?</p> <p>LOVE the skirt !!</p> <p>Not as crazy about the color block sweater, although I can't say exactly why.</p> <p>I like the moto jacket on you in this size -IF you don't pan to wear it zipped up, and IF you're only going to wear a light layer underneath.<br /> Otherwise the next size should be better.</p> <p>I'm indifferent about the boots, but if Angie says they're great I'd listen to her.</p> <p>All in all, I'd say you cleaned up!</p> <p>PS: Could you check out my post here, and give me some hair tips? Thanks!<br /> <a href="http://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw-a-few-relaxed-summer-outfits-and-hair-inspired-by-aida" rel="nofollow">http://youlookfab.com/welookfa.....ed-by-aida</a> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/my-nas-purchases-squeaking-em-in-just-before-the-sale-goes-live#post-674213 Sat, 21 Jul 2012 00:01:32 +0000 Anonymous 674213@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Aida, I love everything. I hope you get to keep it all. As far as the blush moto, I seem to be in the minority because when I saw it on you, I caught myself saying:" Wow, perfect". I do not mind how snug it is, I think it is not ridiculously snug, it is flattering to my eye. Also, that jacket seems to be lambskin, that will give in, IMO. I think you might loose that nice shoulder and waist definition with the next size up. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/my-nas-purchases-squeaking-em-in-just-before-the-sale-goes-live#post-674152 Fri, 20 Jul 2012 22:52:04 +0000 Aida 674152@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Thanks for the input, Jean! I always seem to be borderline between sizes, I should just either eat more cheese or loose a couple pounds so I don't have to try 2 sizes all the time Definitely concerned that the larger size will loose the nice snug cut, so I have my fingers crossed it works (I'll keep this smaller size if it doesn't). The blush jacket does have silver hardware, but if you decide you want to track it down I can give you the store item number so they can look it up for you. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/my-nas-purchases-squeaking-em-in-just-before-the-sale-goes-live#post-674089 Fri, 20 Jul 2012 21:59:33 +0000 greenglove 674089@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Aida,<br /> I love everything on you- the skirt is so fun with that pattern, I can see that with many style options.<br /> i love the jacket and I think the fit is borderline. I know what you mean about having the jacket be fitted. Sometimes if you size up you lose the cut.<br /> That jacket is not in our store. Does it have gold or silver hardware? I am tempted to track it down but will not bother if it is silver.<br /> You look lovely!! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/my-nas-purchases-squeaking-em-in-just-before-the-sale-goes-live#post-674050 Fri, 20 Jul 2012 21:27:06 +0000 Aida 674050@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Update! After much time on the phone, I've got a larger moto coming in the mail. Will post photos as soon as it gets here!</p> <p>Anna, I was wrong about the section. It's in Savvy, mine was just hanging in the wrong department. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/my-nas-purchases-squeaking-em-in-just-before-the-sale-goes-live#post-673954 Fri, 20 Jul 2012 19:40:56 +0000 Aida 673954@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Thanks for all the fantastic feedback ladies, and especially for letting me know which items you like best. I've got my car part on order, and it should be here next week; if hubby can fix it then I should be OK to keep everything (or maybe send back one thing), but if it has to go to the shop then I'll definitely have to send stuff back.</p> <p>So! I've been wearing the boots and moto+sweater (I'm feeling quite warm right now ) for an hour or so to see how they loosen up: so far the jacket loosened a little (still some folding under the arm) and the boots haven't slouched more than they appear in the photos. But the boots are definitely the big waffle item; lots of love here and an 11 from Angie... on the other hand there's 2 fingers of gap and hubby didn't like them at ALL from the photos (but hasn't seen in person yet). Tough one &gt;&lt;</p> <p>Angie, after wearing the jacket for an hour (with a sweater) I think all of the pulling is coming from my wide shoulders *sigh*, because it seems to fit OK everywhere else and the shoulder seam is at the proper spot. I do prefer a snugger fit for leather jackets, but will definitely try to track one down in the size up.</p> <p>Deborah, I see whatever mysterious thing it is you see with the houndstooth blouse, too. I've ordered the regular size so we'll see if that magically fixes it :)</p> <p>Ornella, the editor/technical writer in me thanks you for the writing compliment! I do know the skirt you mention (and have another similar one now, too!) and will definitely try to pair the blush moto with it. I've got the regular size houndstooth blouse on the way; I tried it again and the cuffs are pretty slim so there's a chance it'll actually be OK without alterations.</p> <p>Rae, I remember you trying those! Wasn't sure if it was these or not, I know you don't like obscuring your ankle (like me); these aren't quite straight up and down, they have a teensy bit of shaping which is nice.</p> <p>Anna, the blush moto was in TBD. This was the only one at my small Nordstrom, so hopefully you can find it at one of the bigger two! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/my-nas-purchases-squeaking-em-in-just-before-the-sale-goes-live#post-673848 Fri, 20 Jul 2012 17:54:59 +0000 Jenava 673848@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I am reconsidering that skirt...it is amazing on you. I think all these fit well with your style, and I really like the boots so I say keep on those. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/my-nas-purchases-squeaking-em-in-just-before-the-sale-goes-live#post-673833 Fri, 20 Jul 2012 17:41:03 +0000 rachylou 673833@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Great choices! I'm amazed at how well the skirt fits you, and how good it looks being such a busy pattern (smart eye you have!). I like the snug fit of the moto. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/my-nas-purchases-squeaking-em-in-just-before-the-sale-goes-live#post-673694 Fri, 20 Jul 2012 15:49:56 +0000 Meredith1953 673694@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I love all the items! I agree about sizing up with the jacket. The houndstooth top does NOT look too short. I also love your selecting such wonderful neutral but patterned pieces! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/my-nas-purchases-squeaking-em-in-just-before-the-sale-goes-live#post-673687 Fri, 20 Jul 2012 15:42:45 +0000 annagybe 673687@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Love the boots and the jacket in a larger size. What department was the jacket in? I didn't see it. Maybe it would work for me if the orange moto doesn't work. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/my-nas-purchases-squeaking-em-in-just-before-the-sale-goes-live#post-673682 Fri, 20 Jul 2012 15:40:35 +0000 Lisa 673682@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>My favorite items here are the blush moto and the tall boots. If funds are an issue I vote keep the moto. And the boots second if you can swing it. The rest can wait til another day. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/my-nas-purchases-squeaking-em-in-just-before-the-sale-goes-live#post-673669 Fri, 20 Jul 2012 15:34:04 +0000 rae 673669@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>OMG love the boots!!!! I had tried a similar boot, Fergie Lattitude, and it was just too floppy. I will have to keep an eye out for these. They are especially cool with the shorts and jacket - perfect color on you. Would love to see the size up if you can find it, but if not I'm in favor of holding onto this one. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/my-nas-purchases-squeaking-em-in-just-before-the-sale-goes-live#post-673661 Fri, 20 Jul 2012 15:27:38 +0000 Amy 673661@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I love that skirt on you! The blush moto is pretty too, but like Angie, would like to see you in a larger size. The boots are fab, fab, fab! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/my-nas-purchases-squeaking-em-in-just-before-the-sale-goes-live#post-673657 Fri, 20 Jul 2012 15:22:32 +0000 Transcona Shannon 673657@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I'm swooning over that skirt and the boots Aida! Just gorgeous on you. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/my-nas-purchases-squeaking-em-in-just-before-the-sale-goes-live#post-673654 Fri, 20 Jul 2012 15:13:15 +0000 Nadya 673654@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I love that skirt on you! All good finds but that's the one that made me gasp. Hope your car is cheaply better so you can keep your picks </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/my-nas-purchases-squeaking-em-in-just-before-the-sale-goes-live#post-673598 Fri, 20 Jul 2012 14:36:00 +0000 Jem 673598@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I love everything!! My least favorite is the colorblock sweater. The blush moto is stunning on you!!! The skirt fits you perfectly, too, you need to keep that one for sure, too. Sorry to hear about your car! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/my-nas-purchases-squeaking-em-in-just-before-the-sale-goes-live#post-673523 Fri, 20 Jul 2012 12:54:26 +0000 Claudia 673523@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>That blush moto is so fab! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/my-nas-purchases-squeaking-em-in-just-before-the-sale-goes-live#post-673516 Fri, 20 Jul 2012 12:37:36 +0000 Traci 673516@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Oh no! You've given me clicker's remorse! I just finished up my NAS order and that skirt made it all the way to the final edits, but in the end I cut it out. Seeing it on you I'm kicking myself. </p> <p>That blush moto is to die for! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/my-nas-purchases-squeaking-em-in-just-before-the-sale-goes-live#post-673512 Fri, 20 Jul 2012 12:16:24 +0000 sarah 673512@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Wow, Aida, you did REALLY well. I love everything on you, but esp the houndstooth and the skirt and the boots. And blush is one of your colors. Well done! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/my-nas-purchases-squeaking-em-in-just-before-the-sale-goes-live#post-673496 Fri, 20 Jul 2012 11:29:28 +0000 jayne 673496@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>blouse and skirt are 10's, gotta keep! and I loved the sweater with the black skinnies. Fab outfit there. The boots are awesome! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/my-nas-purchases-squeaking-em-in-just-before-the-sale-goes-live#post-673475 Fri, 20 Jul 2012 09:54:27 +0000 Makrame 673475@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Great to see your picks (and I hope your car is sorted out soon)!</p> <p>The ponte skirt is perfect on you! That skirt and the color block sweater are my favorites of the lot, although the rest of your purchases look good, too. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/my-nas-purchases-squeaking-em-in-just-before-the-sale-goes-live#post-673469 Fri, 20 Jul 2012 08:49:38 +0000 Ornella 673469@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>(Aida, may I just say how much I love your posts, from another perspective other than just their content.<br /> They are always nicely formatted, neat, clear, easy on the eye, everything is cross-referenced, it's such a pleasure to read them. The geek in me loves how they look like proper product spec. Just wanted to say I notice and appreciate the effort you put in the *way* you address us on line. With your fab collages and the effort you put into your posts, you really elevate the standards of communication here. Bravo!)</p> <p>Sorry to hear about the car and I do hope the dent in the budget won't be too drastic. Because there are gems here that I would like to see on you in the future.</p> <p>Big YAY for the blush moto jacket. It looks wonderful and if it's the only thing you keep, that it is more than fanatstic NAS outcome! </p> <p>For some reason one gorgeous skirt of yours (gray, tweedy, full, you once wore it with that thin double-belt, youknowhichoneimean) came to my head when I saw this jacket - I'm not sure if you personally would style the two together, but I'd love to see them... toughened up a bit Aida-way... just a thought.</p> <p>I also love the houndstooth blouse (ever since Angie posted it, actually, and I'm so happy many of you got it - talk about living vicariously ).<br /> Does Nordstorm have alteration services? If you want longer blouse perhaps you could consider getting regular size, then shortening the sleeves. This is boxy style I don't think you'll experience any issues with the proportions if you go to regulars, yet you'd get the length you want.</p> <p>The boots look great on you, but the considerations you have would make me think whether to keep them. I see Angie had chimed in (with 11), but you've listed a number of factors that would make me think I need to sleep on them a few more days before the final decision. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/my-nas-purchases-squeaking-em-in-just-before-the-sale-goes-live#post-673467 Fri, 20 Jul 2012 08:23:39 +0000 Angie 673467@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Your boots slouch perfectly and are an 11 out of 10, Aida! I LOVE them with the shorts!! </p> <p>Definitely go up a size on the moto. This one seems just a tad too tight all over, and you'll want to wear a pullover underneath it - we live in Seattle after all </p>