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YouLookFab Forum » Topic: One was $30, the other $150 -- which is better + more keep or returns https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/one-was-30-the-other-150-which-is-better-more-keep-or-returns Style Advice for Fashion Lovers en-US Fri, 15 May 2026 00:20:44 +0000 http://bbpress.org/?v=1.0.2 <![CDATA[Search]]> q https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/search.php Debbie on "One was $30, the other $150 -- which is better + more keep or returns" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/one-was-30-the-other-150-which-is-better-more-keep-or-returns/page/2#post-437612 Wed, 05 Oct 2011 14:24:18 +0000 Debbie 437612@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ #2 and I really like #5 on you! texstyle on "One was $30, the other $150 -- which is better + more keep or returns" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/one-was-30-the-other-150-which-is-better-more-keep-or-returns/page/2#post-437597 Wed, 05 Oct 2011 14:16:49 +0000 texstyle 437597@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ #2 White Blouse - the lines are classic, slimming and will go well alone or under jackets/sweaters. I'd say go for more fitted tops in general to show off your shape. Janet on "One was $30, the other $150 -- which is better + more keep or returns" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/one-was-30-the-other-150-which-is-better-more-keep-or-returns/page/2#post-437487 Wed, 05 Oct 2011 11:58:21 +0000 Janet 437487@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ Replying before reading responses so I don't color my initial impression... I prefer the line of #1 slightly, but I can't tell what kind of collar it has, so I'm having a hard time making a call on that. My hesitation on #1 is that the stance is very high -- I kind of wish that top button fell a little lower on you, it seems a tiny bit constricting. #2 looks very classic, but are the sleeves just a smudge short, or is it just that they're bunched up a little? I guess it really depends on what you prefer in a white shirt! I understand, as I have several in my closet, and each is lacking in some small way (one is 100% cotton but inexplicably dry clean only, one is getting old and starting to discolor, one has pockets on the chest...). The search for the perfect white shirt is hard! I think I found a winner at BR, but I haven't worn it yet -- fingers crossed! The jeans are fantastic on you, as are the VT tops! Not sure about the other blouse. Kafe on "One was $30, the other $150 -- which is better + more keep or returns" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/one-was-30-the-other-150-which-is-better-more-keep-or-returns/page/2#post-437486 Wed, 05 Oct 2011 11:52:00 +0000 Kafe 437486@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ Blouse #1 is very pretty. If you have to pick between blouse #1 and #2, I'd pick, well....... #2 if you needed a basic and #1 if you are looking for something different. Can you keep both for different uses? lyn67 on "One was $30, the other $150 -- which is better + more keep or returns" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/one-was-30-the-other-150-which-is-better-more-keep-or-returns#post-437484 Wed, 05 Oct 2011 11:40:03 +0000 lyn67 437484@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ I much preffer blouse nr 2 even it's cheaper. There is a simplier cut, which I love best on button downs. Nr 2 is more ladylike, if you preffer the look. Kate on "One was $30, the other $150 -- which is better + more keep or returns" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/one-was-30-the-other-150-which-is-better-more-keep-or-returns#post-437421 Wed, 05 Oct 2011 06:19:45 +0000 Kate 437421@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ Prefer blouse #1. Love the jeans. Sowmya on "One was $30, the other $150 -- which is better + more keep or returns" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/one-was-30-the-other-150-which-is-better-more-keep-or-returns#post-437404 Wed, 05 Oct 2011 05:26:06 +0000 Sowmya 437404@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ I like top 2. Could you try belting 3? The jeans are fabulous! san on "One was $30, the other $150 -- which is better + more keep or returns" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/one-was-30-the-other-150-which-is-better-more-keep-or-returns#post-437398 Wed, 05 Oct 2011 05:15:06 +0000 san 437398@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ You look great in all of them. Anonymous on "One was $30, the other $150 -- which is better + more keep or returns" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/one-was-30-the-other-150-which-is-better-more-keep-or-returns#post-437374 Wed, 05 Oct 2011 03:47:22 +0000 Anonymous 437374@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ From the thumbnail, I chose blouse number 1, but after looking at them both full sized, I'm not sure! Sorry, no help at all. I love the paisley printed blouse. Jeans seem to fit really well. Mo on "One was $30, the other $150 -- which is better + more keep or returns" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/one-was-30-the-other-150-which-is-better-more-keep-or-returns#post-437358 Wed, 05 Oct 2011 02:59:42 +0000 Mo 437358@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ I like blouse #1 because the sleeves fit better and I like the placket down the front. Off to see the other replies . . . annagybe on "One was $30, the other $150 -- which is better + more keep or returns" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/one-was-30-the-other-150-which-is-better-more-keep-or-returns#post-437339 Wed, 05 Oct 2011 02:43:28 +0000 annagybe 437339@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ White shirt #2. The collar in #1 looks dated. Diana on "One was $30, the other $150 -- which is better + more keep or returns" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/one-was-30-the-other-150-which-is-better-more-keep-or-returns#post-437338 Wed, 05 Oct 2011 02:41:18 +0000 Diana 437338@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ Oh, if the Bobeau blouse is untucked then I would definitely agree to return - I agree that it is a rather awkward length and seems to puff out weirdly in front (I think that's why I thought it was tucked...). I do like that the leopard booties are real leopard print as opposed to cheetah or random unidentified animal, but I do see what you mean about them being a little washed out looking. I also do not like the center seam and how it breaks up the pattern. So I vote return ... I think you can find better ones! Regarding the white blouses, I think that which one each one of us likes has a lot to do with our individual fashion personas rather than fit or quality ... they both fit you very well and both look pretty well made. Kyle on "One was $30, the other $150 -- which is better + more keep or returns" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/one-was-30-the-other-150-which-is-better-more-keep-or-returns#post-437327 Wed, 05 Oct 2011 02:31:10 +0000 Kyle 437327@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ I like both blouses, slight preference to 1. Not sure I love the color of the blouse, perhaps due to the lack of contrast to your coloring? The black poncho seems big on you. Pants are fab. rae on "One was $30, the other $150 -- which is better + more keep or returns" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/one-was-30-the-other-150-which-is-better-more-keep-or-returns#post-437297 Wed, 05 Oct 2011 02:04:04 +0000 rae 437297@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ Love the jeans and the V. Tam items... and I actually really like the booties. They seem to match your hair really nicely in pic two of the bootie series. Kari on "One was $30, the other $150 -- which is better + more keep or returns" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/one-was-30-the-other-150-which-is-better-more-keep-or-returns#post-437293 Wed, 05 Oct 2011 02:01:34 +0000 Kari 437293@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ Not reading the comments to avoid bias, I prefer the cut of the first blouse on you - it drapes better on your body and the sleeve detail seems more... refined, somehow, than the more classic 2nd blouse. That being said, #2 is by no means a *bad* blouse... just more basic. cobaltblue on "One was $30, the other $150 -- which is better + more keep or returns" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/one-was-30-the-other-150-which-is-better-more-keep-or-returns#post-437284 Wed, 05 Oct 2011 01:53:57 +0000 cobaltblue 437284@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ I think you've sorted out the first set, so I'll just comment on the booties. I think you should return. They are good but not perfect, I think. I do have to mention that I love the jeans and #6 above. Mellllls on "One was $30, the other $150 -- which is better + more keep or returns" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/one-was-30-the-other-150-which-is-better-more-keep-or-returns#post-437283 Wed, 05 Oct 2011 01:52:27 +0000 Mellllls 437283@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ i really think both white blouses look about the same on you. i can't tell which i like better. CocoLion on "One was $30, the other $150 -- which is better + more keep or returns" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/one-was-30-the-other-150-which-is-better-more-keep-or-returns#post-437282 Wed, 05 Oct 2011 01:48:44 +0000 CocoLion 437282@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ Thank you for your help! So we're pretty evenly divided between blouse #1 and #2. #1 is the more expensive one, made in Italy. Bella you guessed right! I'm just not sure about the visible placket (to Suz's point). I checked the label and it says dry clean only even though it's 100% cotton. The second blouse is easy care, low maintenance so called no-iron 100% cotton. Which I doubt, but I do know fabrics like this are much quicker to iron. I am slightly leaning to #2 for the look and length and easy care (I decided to leave price out of the equation). The only thing making me want to keep #1 is that I have never regretted buying quality things in the past. They seem to last really well. I will keep the jeans. I am not loving the Bobeau top. Diana it is not tucked in, it is asymmetrical and I don't like where it hits on me in the front. Already decided, it is going back. I am adding one more photo here of some leopard booties I am returning. I bought those wonderful Matisse booties Angie wears but had to return due to a very narrow foot design. These Impo stretch booties are very comfortable but they look a little washed out and just not quite my style. Do you agree, these are a return? MNsara on "One was $30, the other $150 -- which is better + more keep or returns" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/one-was-30-the-other-150-which-is-better-more-keep-or-returns#post-437260 Wed, 05 Oct 2011 01:21:56 +0000 MNsara 437260@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ Another #2 vote - even with its classic collar, I prefer the way it fits your torso. Plus, it has a tad more length (good for wearing just as shown). I like the Bobeau print top, although I might prefer it with other pants (don't you have some dark berry colored jeans or . . . ?) I prefer the last black top over the poncho one. Don't know if it's an either/or choice though! Isabel on "One was $30, the other $150 -- which is better + more keep or returns" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/one-was-30-the-other-150-which-is-better-more-keep-or-returns#post-437246 Wed, 05 Oct 2011 00:51:03 +0000 Isabel 437246@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ I also vote #2. You look fab in those jeans. ironkurtin on "One was $30, the other $150 -- which is better + more keep or returns" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/one-was-30-the-other-150-which-is-better-more-keep-or-returns#post-437244 Wed, 05 Oct 2011 00:49:03 +0000 ironkurtin 437244@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ I like 1 and 6. But Angie is right, #2 is a real classic cut and looks good on you. I think #1 has more personality by itself, but you can't go wrong with #2. Diana on "One was $30, the other $150 -- which is better + more keep or returns" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/one-was-30-the-other-150-which-is-better-more-keep-or-returns#post-437240 Wed, 05 Oct 2011 00:43:10 +0000 Diana 437240@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ I like #1, but, like Una, I am not a white shirt girl. I also much prefer a softer, less stiff look for a blouse, hence I prefer the collar and cut of the first one. Yay on the jeans! Both of the black tops look good to me ... yes, the poncho is a rather exaggerated silhouette but I rather like it, especially with the slim cobalt jeans. I like the patterned blouse too although I'm not sure I like it tucked into the skinnies. Would love to see it untucked with a short waistcoat over it, too. Suz on "One was $30, the other $150 -- which is better + more keep or returns" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/one-was-30-the-other-150-which-is-better-more-keep-or-returns#post-437233 Wed, 05 Oct 2011 00:27:58 +0000 Suz 437233@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ Wow, I would say a resounding YES on the jeans! You were made to wear these! As for the white shirts, I prefer the second one. I like the neckline of #1 but overall the shape seems too wide for you and I am distracted by the placket (I think that is the word?) which is also wide. I'm not 100% sure on the blouse. I do think that one of these ponchos look tops would be great for you; I can see you wearing either one really successfully. The actual poncho looks a bit wide/overwhelming in this photo, but I've seen you rock cape-type things so well in the past that I hate to rule it out. The other top is less striking but gives a sort of poncho vibe and shows your lovely shape more perfectly. Jonesy on "One was $30, the other $150 -- which is better + more keep or returns" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/one-was-30-the-other-150-which-is-better-more-keep-or-returns#post-437230 Wed, 05 Oct 2011 00:24:42 +0000 Jonesy 437230@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ I like #2. The collar on the first one seems very traditional to me, so it doesn't seem to suit your style. I like the simple, boxy cut of the second one and I much prefer that collar. Love the other tops and the blue jeans! bella on "One was $30, the other $150 -- which is better + more keep or returns" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/one-was-30-the-other-150-which-is-better-more-keep-or-returns#post-437228 Wed, 05 Oct 2011 00:22:26 +0000 bella 437228@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ I am guessing #1 is the more expensive shirt but I like #2 anyway. kellygirl on "One was $30, the other $150 -- which is better + more keep or returns" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/one-was-30-the-other-150-which-is-better-more-keep-or-returns#post-437223 Wed, 05 Oct 2011 00:21:14 +0000 kellygirl 437223@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ On it's own, I like the first white blouse the best. I think the collar of the second would work better as a layer. For overall fit, I prefer 1. Love the bobeau blouse. The Vivian Tam has a bit of a poncho/batwing vibe which I love : ) The jeans are awesome! Anonymous on "One was $30, the other $150 -- which is better + more keep or returns" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/one-was-30-the-other-150-which-is-better-more-keep-or-returns#post-437158 Tue, 04 Oct 2011 23:00:16 +0000 Anonymous 437158@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ And big yay! on the jeans! hillview on "One was $30, the other $150 -- which is better + more keep or returns" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/one-was-30-the-other-150-which-is-better-more-keep-or-returns#post-437152 Tue, 04 Oct 2011 22:57:16 +0000 hillview 437152@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ It is hard for me to see photo 1. I am not sure I love the colors going in 3/4 for your coloring. I think they wash out your lovely face a little. I love the blue wash jeans on you! Anonymous on "One was $30, the other $150 -- which is better + more keep or returns" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/one-was-30-the-other-150-which-is-better-more-keep-or-returns#post-437151 Tue, 04 Oct 2011 22:57:05 +0000 Anonymous 437151@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ I'm another vote for blouse #1. Queen Mum on "One was $30, the other $150 -- which is better + more keep or returns" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/one-was-30-the-other-150-which-is-better-more-keep-or-returns#post-437148 Tue, 04 Oct 2011 22:54:45 +0000 Queen Mum 437148@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ I think blouse #1 is more flattering on you.... but you also have your hair different. I"d like to see both blouses with your hair done. Also, blouse 1 seems softer. Blouse #2 seems a bit stiff and severe to my eye. I like blouse 3/4 and sweater 6. I don't care for sweater #5 as much.