https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/polyester-ugh Style Advice for Fashion Lovers en-US Tue, 12 May 2026 10:53:06 +0000 http://bbpress.org/?v=1.0.2 q https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/search.php https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/polyester-ugh#post-2097566 Thu, 06 Feb 2020 18:32:06 +0000 Anonymous 2097566@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Yes to return! I haven't had issues with poly in particular, but do wash my tops after each wear, regardless of fabric. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/polyester-ugh#post-2097369 Wed, 05 Feb 2020 16:09:34 +0000 Angie 2097369@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>That's rotten luck, <b>Gretchen</b> - pretty top, and thanks for the M Gemi flats info on your other thread!&nbsp;</p> <p>I'm with those who can wear polyester/polyester blends, and love how it launders. Like others have said, there is polyester that feels, washes and wears better than silk! And much better than cotton. You need a bit of luck though. It's hard to guarantee.... </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/polyester-ugh#post-2097268 Tue, 04 Feb 2020 20:43:55 +0000 MsMaven 2097268@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I have found a big difference between more expensive polyesters and the cheaper ones. A good quality one can be almost like silk. Unfortunately, I've been tricked a few times myself by not being too careful. Of course, there is also cheap thin silks that fall apart almost immediately. Can't take much for granted when shopping these days. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/polyester-ugh#post-2097182 Tue, 04 Feb 2020 14:22:43 +0000 Lesley 2097182@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Are you guys kidding? Nordstrom prides itself on taking anything back. You can take back boots that you've worn for years. I don't abuse it, but if something is not the quality you expect, that is certainly an okay reason to return, in my book.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/polyester-ugh#post-2097165 Tue, 04 Feb 2020 12:57:57 +0000 Bijou 2097165@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>This should wash up well. I would soak it overnight in white vinegar and then put it into the washing machine. Such a shame that this shirt does not work for you because it is a great design. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/polyester-ugh#post-2097162 Tue, 04 Feb 2020 12:50:19 +0000 nemosmom 2097162@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I've had that experience with poly base layers. I hope you can return it (though sad you have to; it's a pretty top!) </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/polyester-ugh#post-2097157 Tue, 04 Feb 2020 12:01:51 +0000 Katerina 2097157@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I am with you. I don´t wear polyester tops - I feel like they don´t "breathe". Not the same problem with toppers, only the layer close to my body. I hope the return will work. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/polyester-ugh#post-2097123 Tue, 04 Feb 2020 06:14:25 +0000 Jenni NZ 2097123@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>In NZ you would be stuck with it. Good lesson to check fabric content in future. It does happen to me with polyester tops so I am trying to buy fewer. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/polyester-ugh#post-2097121 Tue, 04 Feb 2020 05:25:03 +0000 Anonymous 2097121@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>What slim cat said. You could try a vinegar wash or rinse. It should not smell like vinegar after it dries. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/polyester-ugh#post-2097094 Tue, 04 Feb 2020 03:05:58 +0000 Jaime 2097094@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I have become less tolerate of polyester as I have become older and my skin has become more sensitive. But it has its place for cool weather, non-wrinkling purposes. Sorry about the bad experience! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/polyester-ugh#post-2097086 Tue, 04 Feb 2020 02:35:42 +0000 Gretchen 2097086@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>@Echo - I rarely have this problem, so I don’t typically check the content before buying. My husband has it happen occasionally w. his workout gear. </p> <p>@Suz, I agree it doesn’t happen all the time, so would love to know if there’s a treatment that encourages the problem (of course, that’s not noted on the label...). It’s definitely perspiration- there’s a tinge of deodorant fragrance. </p> <p>I was looking up washing ideas and found this interesting article on the source of the problem- <a href="https://www.npr.org/sections/health-shots/2014/09/05/346055067/stinky-t-shirt-bacteria-love-polyester-in-a-special-way" rel="nofollow">https://www.npr.org/sections/h.....pecial-way</a> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/polyester-ugh#post-2097084 Tue, 04 Feb 2020 02:02:06 +0000 Suz 2097084@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Polyester (sometimes) makes me perspire, so it does absorb odour...so I never wear it when it is hot or especially when it is humid, but it also washes really well. So if weather permits, I can wear it. Of course not all polys are equal.&nbsp;</p> <p>Or is this another odour -- chemical of some kind? If so, for sure take it back.&nbsp;</p> <p> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/polyester-ugh#post-2097078 Tue, 04 Feb 2020 01:57:27 +0000 Echo 2097078@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Like Sal, I can wear polyester, and I find that it washes far better than many other fabrics. But wasn't the construction of the item listed in its description? Nordstrom generally lists the fabric content so people can avoid sensitivities like this. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/polyester-ugh#post-2097070 Tue, 04 Feb 2020 01:24:29 +0000 Gretchen 2097070@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>@Sal, occasionally Nordstrom will take a worn return if you can prove that it’s a quality issue like a pilled sweater. I haven’t tried with this kind of issue, but I may try. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/polyester-ugh#post-2097050 Tue, 04 Feb 2020 00:10:21 +0000 Sal 2097050@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I can wear polyester - but I know others who have that problem.&nbsp; I think it will wash okay but I suspect you will have the problem again.</p> <p>Just intrigued - do Nordstrom allow returns if worn? </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/polyester-ugh#post-2097049 Tue, 04 Feb 2020 00:03:56 +0000 Lesley 2097049@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I would say wash and return to Nordstrom! Absolutely! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/polyester-ugh#post-2097037 Mon, 03 Feb 2020 22:37:26 +0000 Cardiff girl 2097037@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>This is why I do not wear polyester but it should wash ok in a normal cycle in your machine. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/polyester-ugh#post-2097032 Mon, 03 Feb 2020 22:11:56 +0000 rachylou 2097032@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Petrochems? </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/polyester-ugh#post-2097029 Mon, 03 Feb 2020 21:57:17 +0000 slim cat 2097029@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I can't wear polyester shirts - they make me feel cold in winter, warm in spring, suffocate my skin. I'd consider washing in cold, air drying and giving it another try&nbsp;( if you can tolerate the fabric ),&nbsp;or just returning right away. The print is pretty as often the case with poly tops. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/polyester-ugh#post-2097027 Mon, 03 Feb 2020 21:50:29 +0000 Gretchen 2097027@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I was so excited to find this top. The pattern (DOTS!), the color, the fit, the drape...all so great! So I cut tags and threw it in the suitcase for a 10 day business trip. </p> <p>1 day of wear later, this shirt STINKS. I don’t have a strong sense of smell, so if I’m offended, I’m sure others are reaching for their smelling salts. I got back to my hotel, threw off the top, and sure enough, it’s 97% polyester. </p> <p>Fortunately I had backups so didn’t have to offend anyone else while traveling. But now I have a stinky shirt, worn once, and need to decide if it’s worth trying to clean, or if I should try to return to Nordstrom. Any suggestions? </p>