https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/recommendations-for-storesbrands-with-donna-karan-esque-style-but-not-price Style Advice for Fashion Lovers en-US Sat, 25 Apr 2026 17:02:55 +0000 http://bbpress.org/?v=1.0.2 q https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/search.php https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/recommendations-for-storesbrands-with-donna-karan-esque-style-but-not-price#post-1256172 Tue, 20 May 2014 03:09:31 +0000 danskogirl 1256172@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>True, annagybe. It's definitely more casual than Donna Karan.&nbsp;But it does have some of the fluid vibe I'm looking for (or maybe just because that's the current trend). Hopefully the&nbsp;outlets will have less expensive options.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/recommendations-for-storesbrands-with-donna-karan-esque-style-but-not-price#post-1256167 Tue, 20 May 2014 03:01:24 +0000 rachylou 1256167@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Oh you know, there are EF outlets... </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/recommendations-for-storesbrands-with-donna-karan-esque-style-but-not-price#post-1256165 Tue, 20 May 2014 02:59:10 +0000 annagybe 1256165@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>DKNY is pretty different than Donna Karan and definitely not as cheap as BR. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/recommendations-for-storesbrands-with-donna-karan-esque-style-but-not-price#post-1256163 Tue, 20 May 2014 02:56:04 +0000 danskogirl 1256163@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Updating this thread for the future reference of anyone who might be looking for something similar in style. On a visit to New York, I wandered into the DKNY store in SoHo and really liked some of the things there. There's apparently a DKNY outlet north of Seattle that I'll likely check out sometime.</p> <p>Updating to add: I think I got excited about the fluidity of the clothes, the black/grey/white color scheme, the DK name and the fact that they fit. LOL. Thinking it over further, and per annagybe's comment below: Yeah, this brand is quite different from the Donna Karan line, and definitely more expensive than BR/AT (and not convinced the quality justifies the price), so prob wouldn't work for those looking for Donna Karan alternative. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/recommendations-for-storesbrands-with-donna-karan-esque-style-but-not-price#post-1254402 Sat, 17 May 2014 22:09:29 +0000 danskogirl 1254402@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Thanks, Alicat and annagybe! Those look intriguing!</p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/recommendations-for-storesbrands-with-donna-karan-esque-style-but-not-price#post-1254365 Sat, 17 May 2014 21:34:29 +0000 annagybe 1254365@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I think someone on the forum turned me on to this Etsy shop</p> <p><a rel="nofollow" href="https://www.etsy.com/shop/Aakasha?ref=l2-shopheader-name">https://www.etsy.com/shop/Aaka.....eader-name</a></p> <p> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/recommendations-for-storesbrands-with-donna-karan-esque-style-but-not-price#post-1254355 Sat, 17 May 2014 21:26:24 +0000 Anonymous 1254355@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I suggest checking out the online store <a rel="nofollow" href="http://evielou.com/">Evie Lou</a>. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/recommendations-for-storesbrands-with-donna-karan-esque-style-but-not-price#post-1254354 Sat, 17 May 2014 21:25:00 +0000 danskogirl 1254354@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Thanks, all! Sounds like a Nordstrom Rack jaunt is definitely in the works for me next time I have a few hours for shopping.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/recommendations-for-storesbrands-with-donna-karan-esque-style-but-not-price#post-1254217 Sat, 17 May 2014 18:37:54 +0000 Greyscale 1254217@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Nordstrom Rack usually has a large selection of Vince, Helmut Lang, and Eileen Fisher at deep discounts though not quite in the BR price range. A few seasons ago they were all about the arty layers though right now there are fewer options. I think that particular look moved into the mainstream for a few years and now trends have shifted a little more tomboy so I find fewer drapey avant garde layers in less expensive stores. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/recommendations-for-storesbrands-with-donna-karan-esque-style-but-not-price#post-1254212 Sat, 17 May 2014 18:30:14 +0000 rabbit 1254212@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I'm generally looking at prices below AT and BR, &nbsp;but looking for similar shapes and colors as you describe. &nbsp;&nbsp;</p> <p>Where I've had some luck or at least see a few things that fit that description are at H&amp;M and sometimes UO (harem pants, tulip shaped dresses)</p> <p>Also I end up bringing home some discounted BCBG and DKNY from Marshalls, Ross, and T J Maxx - they are usually in the very small&nbsp;front 'designer collection' racks rather than mixed in (unless they are on clearance). &nbsp; I'd check T J Maxx online (the runway as well as regular section) too.</p> <p>I've seen Eileen Fisher on Macy's clearance racks occasionally - and there is &nbsp;one section of the store (I'm forgetting the name right now) that often has interesting drapey silhouettes.&nbsp;</p> <p>Nordstrom Rack tends to have a higher percentage of interesting cuts in their whole selection&nbsp;than many of these other places too.</p> <p>None of these are one-stop-shops but usually you can check out the relevant store section pretty quickly.</p> <p> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/recommendations-for-storesbrands-with-donna-karan-esque-style-but-not-price#post-1254189 Sat, 17 May 2014 18:07:58 +0000 rachylou 1254189@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I have to add, DK is quite fitted. It's not oversized. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/recommendations-for-storesbrands-with-donna-karan-esque-style-but-not-price#post-1254183 Sat, 17 May 2014 18:03:17 +0000 unfrumped 1254183@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I was going to suggest aggressive sale-browsing--Eileen Fisher and such. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/recommendations-for-storesbrands-with-donna-karan-esque-style-but-not-price#post-1254177 Sat, 17 May 2014 18:00:51 +0000 danskogirl 1254177@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Thanks, Diana and rachylou. Yes, Donna Karan's pared down simplicity, and sense of ease, is a large part of why I like her designs. </p> <p>Funny you should mention Macy's rachylou. I was just there last week and found a wonderful black jersey dress with some artful draping on the skirt portion from Kensie -- a brand I'll be looking into more. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/recommendations-for-storesbrands-with-donna-karan-esque-style-but-not-price#post-1254130 Sat, 17 May 2014 17:16:12 +0000 rachylou 1254130@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>You know, maybe Donna Karan was my first personal, designer purchase. Where I spent my own money. I loved the outfit. I probably still wear the same silhoutte when you think about it. They were grey wool leggings and a long matching swing-coat sweater. Moths got it. I never did get into her bodysuit thing, tho. You want to talk trouble in the ladies'...</p> <p>I think texture is very key with DK. And she's also pretty pared down, although the texture and drape can persuade a person otherwise. I'd look for things like that. As for shapes - long pencil skirts, long wraps, silky blouses, draped trousers, and jersey - as you point out.</p> <p>I can't think of a purveyor, tho, right off the bat. But you know, I think you should check out Macy's... </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/recommendations-for-storesbrands-with-donna-karan-esque-style-but-not-price#post-1254090 Sat, 17 May 2014 15:59:46 +0000 Diana 1254090@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I wish I knew the answer to this question as I love this style too! &nbsp;I have had some luck at H&amp;M recently but I think this is more like what you said about draping and oversize being trendy right now.&nbsp;</p> <p>Anthropologie is probably worth a look too&nbsp;although maybe a bit too maximal for you. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/recommendations-for-storesbrands-with-donna-karan-esque-style-but-not-price#post-1254004 Sat, 17 May 2014 13:46:57 +0000 Helena 1254004@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I'm sorry I have no suggestions, just bumping the question, I'm sure someone will have great ideas! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/recommendations-for-storesbrands-with-donna-karan-esque-style-but-not-price#post-1253887 Sat, 17 May 2014 05:56:23 +0000 danskogirl 1253887@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Oh, how I envy Modern Classics who have access to stores with edited collections with their aesthetic in mind (Ann Taylor, Banana Republic, etc).</p> <p>Can you guys recommend stores or specific brands in that AT/BR price range -- or slightly above -- for those whose style fall more in the minimalist arty eclectic camp? Think Donna Karan and her sensual draping. I love artfully draped jersey dresses and other such items with unusual details, asymmetrical hems - that sort of thing. My colors are mainly black, gray and white with occassional pops of strong deep colors or bold prints.</p> <p>I perused Zara the other day and while I like the clean lined, on trend items, there wasn't that much in the way of sensual draping. Also dropped by All Saints -- the store is a little more post-apocalyptic industrial rocker than my style warrants but I didn't have time to try on individual pieces; plus they're pricier than I'd ideally like to spend. </p> <p>Fortunately, with the current trend for more fluid, oversized fits, and draping, I'm finding some pieces in various places where I shop. But it would be nice to have a few go-to stores or brands I could reliably count on. Any suggestions? </p>