https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/no-shop-sept-update Style Advice for Fashion Lovers en-US Thu, 16 Apr 2026 14:17:02 +0000 http://bbpress.org/?v=1.0.2 q https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/search.php https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/no-shop-sept-update#post-1360916 Tue, 23 Sep 2014 00:02:08 +0000 Firecracker (Sharan) 1360916@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I agree, replacements don't count. <br />I was tempted to ask if you didn't have a different outfit that would work. But this event is big, and I understand that you want to have just the right outfit. I hope the pants work just the way you want them to, so you can truly feel great about your planned outfit and focus on the rest of the event! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/no-shop-sept-update#post-1360806 Mon, 22 Sep 2014 21:46:59 +0000 Lyn D. 1360806@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Absolutely justified, and you made it through an extended amount of time without any impulse shopping- great job </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/no-shop-sept-update#post-1360804 Mon, 22 Sep 2014 21:46:24 +0000 DonnaF 1360804@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Forgiveness need not be requested!&nbsp; This was a seriously thought out replacement purchased at a good price.&nbsp; What more can one ask?</p> <p>Now, if this were a neon green fake Liberty print tailored shirtdress purchased at full price on a whim, then yes, I would want you to ask for forgiveness! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/no-shop-sept-update#post-1360589 Mon, 22 Sep 2014 15:59:01 +0000 shedev 1360589@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Deb, I don't think you need forgiveness. The things that we learn about ourselves during a shopping are much more important than whether we made it through a set time period. I like the pants. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/no-shop-sept-update#post-1360516 Mon, 22 Sep 2014 13:36:26 +0000 jackiec 1360516@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I think the fact that you are so, so very thoughtful about this purchase speaks volumes. Let's see 'em on. They sound great. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/no-shop-sept-update#post-1360486 Mon, 22 Sep 2014 12:34:55 +0000 Alassë 1360486@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Sounds like a carefully thought out purchase, plus no budget worries, so everything's all right. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/no-shop-sept-update#post-1360481 Mon, 22 Sep 2014 12:32:32 +0000 Jaime 1360481@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I would forgive you even if they weren't replacements :-)! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/no-shop-sept-update#post-1360439 Mon, 22 Sep 2014 10:20:19 +0000 Staysfit 1360439@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I forgive! Sounds like you gave careful thought to this purchase. I am still in my no spend mode until the 26th. So far the only items I am certain that I will purchase are the JCrew Regency Blazer, the boots I found at a local shop, and the Ralph Lauren plaid shirt. It sounds like a shopping spree to me but they are all carefully considered also. I guarantee it's less than I would have purchased and I hope to move forward doing the same! You have been a good motivator for my No Shop month! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/no-shop-sept-update#post-1360434 Mon, 22 Sep 2014 10:03:00 +0000 Deborah 1360434@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Of course why didn't I think that replacements don't count:). Maybe that's why I felt so fine about buying them:). </p> <p>I'm home late and just had a quick try on of the outfit, given a raging headache (I'm tired and hungry) I look pretty rubbish but I think I'm really happy with the outfit I have planned:). I will try and post fully accessorized before Friday. Of course now I'm thinking a pointy toed pump would look good with these lol. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/no-shop-sept-update#post-1360432 Mon, 22 Sep 2014 09:26:07 +0000 Neel 1360432@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Needs don't fall under shopping ban ;). I think you would look lovely in those drapey pants :). And I wish I could be a part of all the fashion fun! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/no-shop-sept-update#post-1360430 Mon, 22 Sep 2014 09:14:14 +0000 carolbee 1360430@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Sometimes things are needed and can't fit into a purely random timeframe.</p> <p>PS Great looking pants. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/no-shop-sept-update#post-1360424 Mon, 22 Sep 2014 08:23:54 +0000 Caro in Oz 1360424@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Agreeing with Sharon - replacements don't count imo </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/no-shop-sept-update#post-1360405 Mon, 22 Sep 2014 07:39:34 +0000 Sharon 1360405@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Deborah, I think you have kept to the spirit of your intention and it sounds like this is a replacement for something that is worn out. Entirely legit in my book! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/no-shop-sept-update#post-1360371 Mon, 22 Sep 2014 06:00:24 +0000 Deborah 1360371@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>You ladies are awesome!&nbsp; Thanks for understanding </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/no-shop-sept-update#post-1360368 Mon, 22 Sep 2014 05:44:16 +0000 AJ 1360368@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>It sounds like the purchase was well thought out. Wear in peace, Deborah. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/no-shop-sept-update#post-1360361 Mon, 22 Sep 2014 05:14:18 +0000 Lucy 1360361@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Haha! One suspects there is no need for justifications to this community!</p> <p>And really, I think a fashion show stylist is allowed a tiny splurge, and one that did not break the overall habit of saving for a special item.... The pants are divine.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/no-shop-sept-update#post-1360359 Mon, 22 Sep 2014 05:11:41 +0000 catgirl 1360359@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Those pants look fabulous - not quite harem but with all the drapey goodness.&nbsp; I am not one to criticize a purchase, even when you are on a "ban" - it's just too hard. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/no-shop-sept-update#post-1360345 Mon, 22 Sep 2014 04:47:43 +0000 Deborah 1360345@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Hi Ladies,</p> <p>I have come straight from the shops to my computer to<b> confess!!</b></p> <p>Today I bought a pair of&nbsp;drapey black tapered track pants.&nbsp; </p> <p>Let me explain:)&nbsp; I am styling a fashion parade this Friday night <i>(we have been working on it for a couple of months - it's a fundraiser) </i>and I am&nbsp;providing stying services after the parade as the guests (hopefully) shop.&nbsp; There is still a lot to do so I want to be organised and know what I&nbsp;am wearing to avoid any last minute meltdowns :)&nbsp; I am aiming for an outfit that is&nbsp;comfortable, elegant and modern.&nbsp;So I'm thinking my new Metalicus Marlini Drape top over a slim pair of pants (not jeans) with a probably my wedge heel, open toe booties.</p> <p>#1 is the top.</p> <p>#2 is not the pant, but similar as I couldn't find mine on line.</p> <p>I tried my spring weight slouchy pants this morning and after extensive wear over the past two years they are looking seriously sad.&nbsp; And with all my purging my Spring/Summer pants selection is pretty slim.</p> <p>I do have the following that could work:</p> <p>black slim leg tailored cut pants<br />black harem leggings <i>(the setting and audience is very conservative)</i><br />black cross over draped pants <i>(these are cool but a bit cheap I would prefer quality for this event)</i></p> <p><i></i>Also for the purposes of the evening I feel it would be appropriate to skew a little trendy rather than too alternate.</p> <p>I do still need to try the new pants on at home with the top to make sure it all works as I think it will.&nbsp; I can return them if they don't.&nbsp; I feel a silhouette of oversized over a slim drape pant rather than a slim tailored pant is more current.</p> <p>So....</p> <ul> <li>if I keep these, the other pair will be on their way out.</li> <li>there is no question they will be a workhorse both for the office and casual</li> <li>they were seriously marked down</li> <li>this has not impacted my budgeted savings for this month as they were paid for out of my incidentals /"pocket" money - ie. a few less take away&nbsp;chai lattes&nbsp;over the next two weeks :)</li> </ul> <p>The positive for me in all of this, is that I don't feel bad or guilty.&nbsp; I am still on track to have a certain amount of money put away at the end of the month and this was not a rash or emotional purchase.&nbsp; I feel in control and&nbsp;actually gave myself permission to buy them after weighing up the pros and cons.&nbsp; I will still expect to see the rest of the month through with no further shopping.</p> <p>Thanks, and I hope I am forgiven.</p> <p>xxx Deborah</p> </p>