https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/shopping-returns-girl-math Style Advice for Fashion Lovers en-US Sat, 25 Apr 2026 09:08:31 +0000 http://bbpress.org/?v=1.0.2 q https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/search.php https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/shopping-returns-girl-math/page/2#post-1070410 Thu, 31 Oct 2013 23:58:54 +0000 Kristin L 1070410@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Bravo on your decision. I think your girl math makes a lot of sense and since it sounds like you'll get a lot of wear out it, I think it's a good call.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/shopping-returns-girl-math/page/2#post-1070400 Thu, 31 Oct 2013 23:52:54 +0000 cheryle (Dianthus) 1070400@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I am glad you made the right decision.&nbsp; :)&nbsp; I was at a Danier on my way home from work and almost posted a buy or don't buy while there.&nbsp; If I had, I could have checked for your jacket. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/shopping-returns-girl-math#post-1070361 Thu, 31 Oct 2013 23:10:49 +0000 Carla 1070361@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>LOL! Love your logic. I was back at our Winners, and tried on the red Anne Klein coat (like yours) for the third Wednesday in a row...and put it back! I have 3 winter coats, and one is gear!</p> <p>I need an enabler! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/shopping-returns-girl-math#post-1070358 Thu, 31 Oct 2013 23:06:13 +0000 Suz 1070358@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>That's absolutely dead right, Shannon. Sometimes our "impulse" purchases are some of our best. I think if we are exercising PPP over all we often find room in the budget for the unexpected treasure when the HEW doesn't heave into sight!&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/shopping-returns-girl-math#post-1070336 Thu, 31 Oct 2013 22:44:16 +0000 Transcona Shannon 1070336@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Thanks for the support ladies :)</p> <p>I realized through this experience that even an unexpected purchase can end up being PPP. Who knew? </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/shopping-returns-girl-math#post-1070331 Thu, 31 Oct 2013 22:37:26 +0000 Parsley 1070331@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I think your reasoning is sound in deciding to get the coat, Shannon!&nbsp;<br />Hearing how you reached the decision was interesting and informative.<br />It seems to me that the coat is an excellent value, will be useful and will bring you pleasure. I can't argue with that! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/shopping-returns-girl-math#post-1070319 Thu, 31 Oct 2013 22:24:57 +0000 Caro in Oz 1070319@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>You've really defined what you want &amp; need which is always great imo.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/shopping-returns-girl-math#post-1070298 Thu, 31 Oct 2013 22:00:06 +0000 Nicole D 1070298@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>They call it Winterpeg for a reason. &nbsp;Good call! &nbsp;It's truly fab. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/shopping-returns-girl-math#post-1070179 Thu, 31 Oct 2013 20:29:52 +0000 deb 1070179@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Closet analysis is always a good thing. Well done! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/shopping-returns-girl-math#post-1070168 Thu, 31 Oct 2013 20:20:18 +0000 shedev 1070168@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Great way to practice ppp </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/shopping-returns-girl-math#post-1070068 Thu, 31 Oct 2013 19:12:46 +0000 Von 1070068@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I had no idea the coat was leather...that makes a huge difference -- and for $99, I think it's a deal.&nbsp; Your thinking sounds exactly like what goes on in my head when trying to get the funding to work out the way I need to for a great purchase!&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/shopping-returns-girl-math#post-1070064 Thu, 31 Oct 2013 19:10:38 +0000 Anonymous 1070064@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Umm, ok, I thought it was a little crazy you did not get that coat, but I am not too aprised as far as where everyone is at the moment. Girl math rules. Go get that coat, it is gorgeous on you. Having multiple coats in our climate is a priority, I think. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/shopping-returns-girl-math#post-1070062 Thu, 31 Oct 2013 19:06:43 +0000 Suz 1070062@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I think you made the right decision. That coat is an unbelievable bargain and you will wear it a great deal because it goes on in the car easily. It looks great with pants. I am in favour of adding to the coat capsule in exchange for your already quite-full blazer capsule. It makes a lot of sense.&nbsp;</p> <p>It's good when we can come here to work these things through, isn't it? I feel the same way about some of my "girl math" calculations.&nbsp;</p> <p>I've just returned a big Zara order and now am about to post a K/R thread about a new BR order, LOL. So I totally get girl math!&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/shopping-returns-girl-math#post-1069951 Thu, 31 Oct 2013 17:22:37 +0000 Mo 1069951@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Smart move! &nbsp;Sometimes we need to stop and give ourselves the time to think through our&nbsp;true needs. &nbsp;(that's why I did&nbsp;<i>not</i> try the shiny jacket at RW &amp; Co. &nbsp;I still have yet to wear my white DP moto)&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/shopping-returns-girl-math#post-1069890 Thu, 31 Oct 2013 16:26:50 +0000 Jude 1069890@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Your girl math totally makes sense to me, Shannon. During the five long months of our last winter I was very happy&nbsp;to have three winter coats (two dressier wool coats and one puffer). Return the blazer and&nbsp;make that fabulous coat yours! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/shopping-returns-girl-math#post-1069885 Thu, 31 Oct 2013 16:25:38 +0000 Transcona Shannon 1069885@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>The coat is still there and the SA is holding it for me. Will get the sleeves shortened (takes about three weeks) and then it will be ready for winter.</p> <p>I'm really REALLY pleased with my decision </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/shopping-returns-girl-math#post-1069876 Thu, 31 Oct 2013 16:21:48 +0000 Anonymous 1069876@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I hope that the coat is still there! It is just gorgeous and what a steal! Your new black bag will look fab with cobalt;) </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/shopping-returns-girl-math#post-1069869 Thu, 31 Oct 2013 16:17:30 +0000 Peri 1069869@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>This sounds exactly right to me...you studied where to put your money and made the best decision. That's real math, not rationalization.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/shopping-returns-girl-math#post-1069864 Thu, 31 Oct 2013 16:13:52 +0000 AviaMariah 1069864@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>You were still thinking about the coat! &nbsp;So often I really want something and then two stores later I can't even remember what it was. &nbsp;So I figure if I'm still thinking about it the next day it deserves a revisit. &nbsp;I think you are so wise to add to your coat capsule. &nbsp;I need to to do the same. &nbsp;I used to think of a coat as purely functional but you ladies are teaching me to be much wiser! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/shopping-returns-girl-math#post-1069815 Thu, 31 Oct 2013 15:35:58 +0000 Wendi1984 1069815@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Sounds like a good call. With that long winter, you will enjoy having a bold colored coat in your wardrobe. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/shopping-returns-girl-math#post-1069808 Thu, 31 Oct 2013 15:24:08 +0000 Alassë 1069808@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I enjoyed reading your musings, Shannon. Thank you for posting. I applaud your decision to return the not-quite-right and have girl-math-money for something splendid that you know you will like. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/shopping-returns-girl-math#post-1069781 Thu, 31 Oct 2013 15:02:56 +0000 JAileen 1069781@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I think you made the right call. The jacket was calling to you, and you need a reward for enduring the upcoming winter. Plus, with time to reflect, you won't have to wonder about a rush to judgement.</p> <p> In a recent thread about winter coats I was surprised by the people in cold climates with few winter coats. Yes, you can get by, but why would you? </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/shopping-returns-girl-math#post-1069728 Thu, 31 Oct 2013 13:53:20 +0000 Beth Ann 1069728@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Glad you took a moment to assess your priorities!&nbsp; You like a strong emotional connection to your wardrobe, so a little time out before purchase was a good compromise!</p> <p>The jacket is lovely, and suits your style right now!&nbsp; Hope you get to bring it home! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/shopping-returns-girl-math#post-1069723 Thu, 31 Oct 2013 13:50:07 +0000 amiable 1069723@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Enjoy that jacket! &nbsp;I think you've earned it. &nbsp;You're inspiring me to do a coat capsule post. &nbsp;I think I have three for the winter, which is enough, but I want more </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/shopping-returns-girl-math#post-1069719 Thu, 31 Oct 2013 13:47:49 +0000 Neel 1069719@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Tee hee! &nbsp;Again! &nbsp;This time I am not late to the party! &nbsp;I did want to say that the coat looked good on you but didn't want to rub salt to your wounds :D</p> <p>Don't take my word though,&nbsp;I have a sugar eye for cobalt and you! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/shopping-returns-girl-math#post-1069712 Thu, 31 Oct 2013 13:44:01 +0000 ramya 1069712@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Shannon , you know I do that too... I have been lusting over a bag I go and see it daily but I am not convinced I should spend a month's luxury budget on a bag:(.<br />So I go and see and pet things in my wardrobe:)</p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/shopping-returns-girl-math#post-1069703 Thu, 31 Oct 2013 13:39:05 +0000 Glory 1069703@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>The colour and fit is lovely. I worry that it might be too heavy but I haven't tried it. One thing I know being a fellow Wpger - it will be amazing in the wind!!!! Can you imagine?<br />I truly support having many coats! Especially bright coloured options. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/shopping-returns-girl-math#post-1069701 Thu, 31 Oct 2013 13:38:19 +0000 Janet 1069701@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I totally get it, Shannon. I bought that turquoise JCrew coat and have been eyeing the two coats I bought at NAS that still have tags on, waiting for cooler weather. I think one may go back, because I am not lacking for coats. I've also been doing a lot of shopping lately and am now lying low for the rest of the year. I have a few things in the trunk of my car, awaiting returns. </p> <p>My husband's 50th birthday is coming up, so that's where my next shopping energies need to go! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/shopping-returns-girl-math#post-1069698 Thu, 31 Oct 2013 13:36:55 +0000 Thistle 1069698@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Good call, Shannon!&nbsp; I am so glad you really thought about it and are happy with your decision.</p> <p>While fashion can be so emotional, it is also practical (like dressing for winter!). </p> <p>And so glad Anna and Suz helped keep you on the straight and narrow. Sometimes YLF can be enabling. It is always nice when it is also enabling to your budget! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/shopping-returns-girl-math#post-1069697 Thu, 31 Oct 2013 13:36:55 +0000 Amy 1069697@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Exchanging the Theory jacket for a winter coat makes a lot of sense. Good decision! </p>