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YouLookFab Forum » Topic: * https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/nothing-but-returnzzzzz Style Advice for Fashion Lovers en-US Wed, 15 Apr 2026 15:39:38 +0000 http://bbpress.org/?v=1.0.2 <![CDATA[Search]]> q https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/search.php UmmLila (Lisa) on "*" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/nothing-but-returnzzzzz#post-1743215 Sun, 23 Oct 2016 01:06:50 +0000 UmmLila (Lisa) 1743215@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <<a rel="nofollow" href="https://www.kitandace.com/us/en/Women/Sweaters-and-Jackets/p/Borrowed-From-The-Boys-Blazer/KW411008?color=KW411008-10022"><a href="https://www.kitandace.com/us/en/Women/Sweaters-and-Jackets/p/Borrowed-From-The-Boys-Blazer/KW411008" rel="nofollow">https://www.kitandace.com/us/e.....r/KW411008</a>?</a>> This drop shoulder blazer is very tempting. texstyle on "*" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/nothing-but-returnzzzzz#post-1743122 Sat, 22 Oct 2016 20:21:57 +0000 texstyle 1743122@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ I've had a lot of returns lately too. I think I always want something specific - like a dark chocolate brown cardigan - in a natural blend, not itchy, not too heavy fabric. The right neckline. Nearly impossible. And that's how my shopping seems to go - I always have too specific of an item in mind. Cerinda on "*" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/nothing-but-returnzzzzz#post-1743119 Sat, 22 Oct 2016 20:04:46 +0000 Cerinda 1743119@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ Sorry to hear about the revolving returns; aren't some times are like that for all of us?  I see lots of looks that interest me in magazines, on line, and in the blogosphere, but not I'm just not seeing the silhouettes I want on local sales floors in my size.  A different kind of frustration.   shedev on "*" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/nothing-but-returnzzzzz#post-1743088 Sat, 22 Oct 2016 17:32:38 +0000 shedev 1743088@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ I'm not even finding things I want to buy. Current fashion doesn't work with either my style or my body type. It's a good thing that I don't really have any true needs right now. TraceyLiz65 on "*" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/nothing-but-returnzzzzz#post-1743083 Sat, 22 Oct 2016 17:15:38 +0000 TraceyLiz65 1743083@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ This is frustrating , but you are holding out for the right things and that is  a good place to be.  Its so hard doing it online and part of the process. I like the blazer that Angie posted for you.  When it comes to patterns it really is a long hunt to find ones that are appealing , at least that has been my experience.  Penny on "*" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/nothing-but-returnzzzzz#post-1743080 Sat, 22 Oct 2016 17:11:16 +0000 Penny 1743080@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ So frustrating! All I can add is hold out for things that you really love - I just decided to let go of two items purchased within the last year that I probably shouldn't have kept to begin with, but I really thought I needed "X" color or item and found them the best options after returning other candidates - but eventually, just the right thing will come along! UmmLila (Lisa) on "*" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/nothing-but-returnzzzzz#post-1743074 Sat, 22 Oct 2016 16:49:03 +0000 UmmLila (Lisa) 1743074@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ I think that Ayr blazer would suit you, too. (I tried black and grey, kept grey) Bonnie on "*" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/nothing-but-returnzzzzz#post-1743046 Sat, 22 Oct 2016 15:48:37 +0000 Bonnie 1743046@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ I have returned quite a few items this fall, but I really like this dress I received yesterday and can't wait to style it. I also kept this sweatshirt that I think will become a workhorse. Angie on "*" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/nothing-but-returnzzzzz#post-1743042 Sat, 22 Oct 2016 15:32:55 +0000 Angie 1743042@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ Have your tried this black blazer? It worked well on my petite clients.  Anonymous on "*" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/nothing-but-returnzzzzz#post-1743033 Sat, 22 Oct 2016 14:51:17 +0000 Anonymous 1743033@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ I feel your pain, I am returning a lot recently as well. I think sometimes when I try too hard to find just the right item(s) I drive myself crazy. Inspiration can come in many forms, but sometimes not as quickly as one would like. Hopefully this too will pass, and you'll be back to creating awesome/unique outfits in no time! Peri on "*" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/nothing-but-returnzzzzz#post-1743030 Sat, 22 Oct 2016 14:45:27 +0000 Peri 1743030@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ Nothing's inspiring me, it's still in the 80s. Looks like some 70s this week, that will be nice. That said, I don't seem to need as much variety as most of the board does, especially in style. I need variety in color and accessories, but I'm still perfectly happy with slouchy hi-lo assym tunics. I feel like I just found them and should be allowed time (5 years or so) to enjoy them, but fashion has already moved on. I'm really PO'd at fashion lately and completely losing interest in keeping up. Hence my scarcity on the board. I'm just tired of trying. I guess this is the difference between someone with a true love of the whole subject of style and someone who just wants to look okay.  Sounds like you are tired from trying! I always think you look great, and I admire your enthusiasm and love for the art of style. I'm sure you will nail it soon, whatever "it" is currently eluding you! viva on "*" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/nothing-but-returnzzzzz#post-1743029 Sat, 22 Oct 2016 14:39:46 +0000 viva 1743029@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ I'm so sorry you're having these shopping frustrations. Going through a rash of returns can be so tedious and exhausting. Especially when you rely on web shopping as you do. You wait and then you are disappointed; a few rounds of that and ugh. But beyond finding the things that fit well, I'm also really intrigued by your comment about looking at your wardrobe and finding all the same things.I think it's interesting to think about why that happens to us sometimes.  To a degree I agree with La Ped; there seems to be a lot out there but much of it boils down to great basics. For me, it's hard to find wearable items that feel really new. Even though I have had some success shopping this fall, I still feel like I am wearing the exact same thing I have for several years (look at my recent WIWs!). Probably my new French jeans are my best recent purchase that feels silhouette changing (have worn a few times) and my plaid long vest (have worn once).  So what is going on? Is it hard to break out of our individual norms? (Hard to move beyond the high-low fit sweaters?) Or are the really different items just not there? Yesterday, I went to Cargo, an enormous store in Portland that was filled to the ceiling with the most amazing things. It's like what Anthropologie and Pier One would be in the most ideal universe possible: authentic interesting items from around the globe. There was color everywhere -- gorgeous cashmere scarves, long batik dresses, colorful quilted coats (and about a million other things). And what did I buy? A pair of simple, gold modern earrings. As my daughter said: "Mom, you bought the most YOU thing in this store." So, I guess ultimately I wonder, what's the difference between having a style and being stuck?   Gail on "*" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/nothing-but-returnzzzzz#post-1743015 Sat, 22 Oct 2016 13:41:43 +0000 Gail 1743015@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ I hear you. I'm not finding anything in the shops or on line  I want to buy. It's very frustrating but my wallet is happy. Karie on "*" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/nothing-but-returnzzzzz#post-1743005 Sat, 22 Oct 2016 13:02:07 +0000 Karie 1743005@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ I've had the opposite problem - I've found waayyy too much this season. What's inspiring me lately is color, and some favorite patterns taken up a notch with details. The color and fringe on the orange/red blazer, the elbow patch sleeves on the brown houndstooth, the color and crop on the pants, the maximal booties, statement jewelry, etc.  What's exhausted here is my bank account! LaPed on "*" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/nothing-but-returnzzzzz#post-1743001 Sat, 22 Oct 2016 12:30:08 +0000 LaPed 1743001@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ I've had the same problem this fall. No problem finding basics and gear, but I haven't managed to add anything that feels "new" and it's very frustrating. I've made a huge number of returns. No help, but I feel where you're coming from! UmmLila (Lisa) on "*" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/nothing-but-returnzzzzz#post-1742998 Sat, 22 Oct 2016 12:20:25 +0000 UmmLila (Lisa) 1742998@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ Wouldn't a sleeveless blazer such as The Famous Gilet (or one of those that Angie posted earlier this week) solve this problem? Kate on "*" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/nothing-but-returnzzzzz#post-1742961 Sat, 22 Oct 2016 07:50:26 +0000 Kate 1742961@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ Are there any details on tops or bottoms that have piqued your interest for fall, Una? Or even a particular fabric or texture? If so, maybe you could keep an eye out for those. Sleeve detailing did it for me. There wasn't much in the new trends that appealed to me, but that did. The two items I found—a B&W top with vertical stripes and contrasting cuffs, and a sweater with tie details on the elongated split sleeves—have made me ridiculously happy and have had me dipping into my closet to make outfits. Then Aritizia, whose bottoms get me, recently unveiled their full line of winter woolies—great eye candy and fodder for Christmas—and a pair of olive trouser with raised seams caught my eye, and some wide legged cropped trousers jumped into my cart. Lyn D. on "*" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/nothing-but-returnzzzzz#post-1742951 Sat, 22 Oct 2016 05:12:55 +0000 Lyn D. 1742951@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ Internet shopping is so painful at times, I am glad I don,t have to rely on it! My mind is now onto warmer weather wear, but I am sure others will haven some good suggestions for you moving forward. catgirl on "*" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/nothing-but-returnzzzzz#post-1742941 Sat, 22 Oct 2016 04:44:07 +0000 catgirl 1742941@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ *