https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/on-the-fence-about-a-possible-item-purchase-help Style Advice for Fashion Lovers en-US Sat, 16 May 2026 09:46:29 +0000 http://bbpress.org/?v=1.0.2 q https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/search.php https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/on-the-fence-about-a-possible-item-purchase-help#post-385460 Sat, 16 Jul 2011 03:29:29 +0000 geetha 385460@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Go for it. that's a fabulous skirt. however be completely and brutally honest with yourself-if it looks like s*t on you don't keep it. I've bought stuff just because I liked the way it looked on the model and it ended up looking horrible on me, and it became just a waste of money-I finally gave it away. it's worth buying stuff-but only if you're completely happy with it. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/on-the-fence-about-a-possible-item-purchase-help#post-385013 Fri, 15 Jul 2011 15:59:54 +0000 nicoleb 385013@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>annagybe - you are super helpful; thank you so much! I think the making it myself option would come out a tad cheaper but when you add in time and effort probably better to wait for the sale. &gt;.&gt;</p> <p>Jjsloane - those are some great ideas thank you! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/on-the-fence-about-a-possible-item-purchase-help#post-384724 Fri, 15 Jul 2011 04:19:42 +0000 Aziraphale 384724@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Maybe it's not on sale because it's so awesome that everyone wants to buy it! I love love love that skirt. I say splurge. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/on-the-fence-about-a-possible-item-purchase-help#post-384645 Fri, 15 Jul 2011 02:45:10 +0000 annagybe 384645@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Not sure if this is much cheaper:</p> <p><a href="http://www.nyfashioncenterfabrics.com/nylon-stretch-lace-fabric-neon-orange.html" rel="nofollow">http://www.nyfashioncenterfabr.....range.html</a></p> <p><a href="http://www.nyfashioncenterfabrics.com/nylon-stretch-lace-fabric-neon-green.html" rel="nofollow">http://www.nyfashioncenterfabr.....green.html</a> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/on-the-fence-about-a-possible-item-purchase-help#post-384640 Fri, 15 Jul 2011 02:39:57 +0000 Freckles 384640@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>If you can take or leave midis perhaps if you find fabric you can look for a pattern that doesn't use as much material... </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/on-the-fence-about-a-possible-item-purchase-help#post-384630 Fri, 15 Jul 2011 02:31:49 +0000 annagybe 384630@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Not helping but Christopher Kane did a neon lace collection for his Spring 2011. Only thing was it was laser cut leather, mostly. You don't want to know the prices.</p> <p><a href="http://www.style.com/fashionshows/review/S2011RTW-CKANE" rel="nofollow">http://www.style.com/fashionsh.....1RTW-CKANE</a></p> <p>That being said I would try and wait if you can. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/on-the-fence-about-a-possible-item-purchase-help#post-384576 Fri, 15 Jul 2011 00:02:23 +0000 Jjsloane 384576@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Wow, I really like it. I am total team bargain, but this is not something you will find everywhere for less anytime soon. I'd say watch it a bit for a sale. I think you could definitely wear it in Fall/Winter with some dressy accessories. Maybe charmeuse and metallics for holiday parties? Just saying... </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/on-the-fence-about-a-possible-item-purchase-help#post-384524 Thu, 14 Jul 2011 22:17:35 +0000 lynne 384524@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>It -is- awfully pretty, but it's also very memorable. Since you don't like being seen in the same thing repeatedly, I think you're wise to pass on it. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/on-the-fence-about-a-possible-item-purchase-help#post-384306 Thu, 14 Jul 2011 17:00:02 +0000 bj1111 384306@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>i tend to do the opposite with spending. i would spend more for a truly statement piece that i may were infrequently (often years apart) but would make me feel FAB and HAPPY every time i wear it. that said, for _this_ skirt, i would wait a few more weeks, but that also limits your time to wear it this year.</p> <p>here's a thread on winterizing dresses that may help you decide.</p> <p><a href="http://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/can-any-dress-be-winterized" rel="nofollow">http://youlookfab.com/welookfa.....winterized</a> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/on-the-fence-about-a-possible-item-purchase-help#post-384151 Thu, 14 Jul 2011 12:12:07 +0000 nicoleb 384151@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Girl X - i thought about that too! i'm pretty sure i could pull this project off even though i'm a beginner at sewing. The trick is finding some neon fabric for a good price...off to seach the web!</p> <p>Dashrashi - smart! I do love neon and lace. Midis i could take or leave ;)</p> <p>And you guys are right -- it has to go on sale sometime! Maybe when i least expect it, it will go on super sale and then it won't matter if i have to save it for next spring/summer. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/on-the-fence-about-a-possible-item-purchase-help#post-384085 Thu, 14 Jul 2011 05:28:36 +0000 MsMaven 384085@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I love the skirt and I'm not a fan of bright colors, but this one is so pretty. I understand how you are tempted. I'm tempted. No matter how pretty it is, it is hard to wear something this bright often. Hmm--I agree with some of the others--I'd wait to see if the price comes down. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/on-the-fence-about-a-possible-item-purchase-help#post-384055 Thu, 14 Jul 2011 03:48:37 +0000 Dashrashi 384055@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>That's the kind of thing where I say to myself, Do I love this absolutely independently of it being fresh, trendy, and of the moment? If I already love neon and lace and midis, yes. Get it, because you will always love it. (And it's just your retail moment right now.) For me, I'll always love plaid and colorblocked items and dresses with short sleeves, so they're always worth a bit more than, let's say, lace or military styling or a-line skirts. This is also known as the "is this my jawn" test. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/on-the-fence-about-a-possible-item-purchase-help#post-384045 Thu, 14 Jul 2011 03:22:38 +0000 Girl X 384045@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Do you sew? If you do, this could be a pretty quick and inexpensive project. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/on-the-fence-about-a-possible-item-purchase-help#post-384041 Thu, 14 Jul 2011 03:02:17 +0000 rae 384041@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I'm with Deborah. You're on the fence, it's a pretty trendy color, lace seems to come and go quickly, and you wouldn't wear it into fall. The price has to come down eventually... </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/on-the-fence-about-a-possible-item-purchase-help#post-384036 Thu, 14 Jul 2011 02:50:16 +0000 Deborah 384036@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I think its beautiful and would really suit you. However as you do seem uncertain, why not just keep watching it on line and see if the price does come down. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/on-the-fence-about-a-possible-item-purchase-help#post-384035 Thu, 14 Jul 2011 02:49:12 +0000 Kate 384035@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>If it were a neutral, I would say do it. I think that your analysis and decision make a lot of sense. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/on-the-fence-about-a-possible-item-purchase-help#post-384019 Thu, 14 Jul 2011 02:28:16 +0000 lyn* 384019@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I think it's absolutely darling and versatile. Do it </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/on-the-fence-about-a-possible-item-purchase-help#post-384017 Thu, 14 Jul 2011 02:25:46 +0000 Darla 384017@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I'm on the fence too. It's fun and it's whimsical - the thing is - can you wear it often without tiring of it? If it were in the $40 range I'd say, yeeeehawwww. $70 is a bit more of a commitment. I honestly think I'd hold off.</p> <p>*edited -- OH HA! I didn't see your post before I posted my response. I'm glad we agree on passing. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/on-the-fence-about-a-possible-item-purchase-help#post-384015 Thu, 14 Jul 2011 02:20:34 +0000 nicoleb 384015@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Dresslover - you hit the nail on the head. I have a hard time being seen in the same thing often and i get bored easy. This is probably why i'm hesitating. :(</p> <p>Aida - no i probably wouldn't wear it into fall.I would wear it for next spring/summer but that's kind of a long time to wait for an expensive purchase.</p> <p>Ok i think i've decided to pass. Maybe save some $ for some more expensive fall purchases and only do summer sales from this point on. Thank so much to everyone for this imput! You all are super helpful as always. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/on-the-fence-about-a-possible-item-purchase-help#post-384011 Thu, 14 Jul 2011 02:14:38 +0000 Aida 384011@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Could you wear this into the fall Nicole? I think if it's a higher price for you, and you can only wear it the next month and then have to wait until next spring it may not be worth it (unless you think you'll wear it next spring/summer, too!). </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/on-the-fence-about-a-possible-item-purchase-help#post-384010 Thu, 14 Jul 2011 02:12:54 +0000 DressLover 384010@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Now that is a statement piece! I know you said you normally only splurge on staples, but I think quality statement pieces are worth splurging on as well. </p> <p>Would you feel comfortable wearing this skirt often even though it is a memorable piece or would it be the centerpiece of an outfit for a very special event? If you can answer yes to either of those questions, I think it is worth it. If it will just become an afterthought after a regular day wear or two, I'd stash your cash for something else special. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/on-the-fence-about-a-possible-item-purchase-help#post-384008 Thu, 14 Jul 2011 02:11:57 +0000 cheryle (Dianthus) 384008@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I think it is a beautiful skirt and the color is lovely. If you know it may be a one season skirt at the outset and are okay with it, then get it. It really is pretty. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/on-the-fence-about-a-possible-item-purchase-help#post-384007 Thu, 14 Jul 2011 02:10:52 +0000 taylor 384007@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Beautiful and feminine...I love Sarah's idea:) </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/on-the-fence-about-a-possible-item-purchase-help#post-384005 Thu, 14 Jul 2011 02:09:04 +0000 sarah 384005@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I'm no help at all, since I think that this would look adorable on you with a denim shirt tied at the waist... </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/on-the-fence-about-a-possible-item-purchase-help#post-384003 Thu, 14 Jul 2011 02:06:25 +0000 nicoleb 384003@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>A lot of you know i'm pretty cheap. Once and awhile i do splurge but when i do it's usually on staple items. But this has been haunting my dreams since i first laid eyes on it:</p> <p><a href="http://us.asos.com/ASOS-ASOS-Neon-Lace-Midi-Skirt/wbt4s/?iid=1622402&#038;SearchQuery=neon&#038;sh=0&#038;pge=1&#038;pgesize=20&#038;sort=-1&#038;clr=Pink&#038;mporgp=L0FTT1MvQVNPUy1OZW9uLUxhY2UtTWlkaS1Ta2lydC9Qcm9kLw" rel="nofollow">http://us.asos.com/ASOS-ASOS-N.....dC9Qcm9kLw</a>..</p> <p>I know this isn't a splurge for some of you but it is for me. I was REALLY hoping it'd be on sale by now. But no. -_- What do you think? I love the shocking color combined with the modest silhouette....but the price..ahhhh! </p>