https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/shopping-update-4 Style Advice for Fashion Lovers en-US Fri, 10 Apr 2026 02:25:26 +0000 http://bbpress.org/?v=1.0.2 q https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/search.php https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/shopping-update-4/page/2#post-2219614 Fri, 27 Aug 2021 18:27:21 +0000 Stagiaire Fash 2219614@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>If you don’t have any wardrobe holes, I think you’re fine. But if that money is burning a hole in your pocket, you could browse end-of-season closeout sales at places that are usually beyond your budget. You might not find anything, but you might. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/shopping-update-4/page/2#post-2219604 Fri, 27 Aug 2021 18:09:30 +0000 Minaminu 2219604@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>A statement piece of jewellery would indeed be a nice, I also think a bespoke&nbsp; hair piece would be a lovely idea&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/shopping-update-4/page/2#post-2219582 Fri, 27 Aug 2021 16:55:01 +0000 Jenn 2219582@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p><b>lisap,&nbsp;</b>no worries. I mean, who shops for summer in late August? </p> <p><b>Angie,&nbsp;</b>oh that's a fun idea! I have acquaintances in Seattle who worked with a jeweler to forge their own wedding rings, and I always thought that was so special! It would be neat to find a studio that taught working with precious metals...an experience combined with an item. Maybe once COVID calms down.</p> <p><b>rachlou,&nbsp;</b>I actually wouldn't mind a one-and-done statement dress for summer, but I waited a bit too long and the ones I was looking at are sold out. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/shopping-update-4/page/2#post-2219543 Fri, 27 Aug 2021 14:39:59 +0000 Anonymous 2219543@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Sorry - I misunderstood your timeline ;)&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/shopping-update-4#post-2219541 Fri, 27 Aug 2021 14:32:55 +0000 Angie 2219541@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>The bubble pants look like a fun and versatile addition! And I echo the suggestions of jewellery. Maybe make something? I can see you do that slowly, and popping the process on video. </p> <p>I think that when nothing excites you enough at retail - you take a welcome break. Amazingly sublime pieces can be unplanned and find you sometimes! Like my new Boss suit and Dutch dress. Sit back and let it happen </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/shopping-update-4#post-2219433 Fri, 27 Aug 2021 04:00:22 +0000 rachylou 2219433@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Summer is a really hard time for statements… esp ones you can mix and match. As opposed to well you know, just wearing the same single dress every day. Shoes would make the most sense, but then I find I’m even more active, so the shoes have to be even sturdier. I don’t know what that leaves - hats? </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/shopping-update-4#post-2219256 Thu, 26 Aug 2021 15:33:14 +0000 Jenn 2219256@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Lisa, I’m good for fall/winter statements. It’s summer that’s the issue! (Although I like those a lot, and on a slightly related note, I’ve kind of been craving velvet recently. Those rich, cold-weather fabrics!)</p> <p>Cat2, I think you’re probably right. I will also have to shop earlier in the season next year. </p> <p>Preppy Pear, I haven’t ordered it yet, but it’s on the list. </p> <p>JenniNZ, I ordered that top last night! I’ll try to remember to post when it arrives. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/shopping-update-4#post-2219254 Thu, 26 Aug 2021 15:11:27 +0000 Anonymous 2219254@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>How about a pair of cords in a deep plum or cognac or rust ? </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/shopping-update-4#post-2219247 Thu, 26 Aug 2021 14:42:33 +0000 cat2 2219247@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>If you just aren’t feeling it, I would save your $$ for another season when you find things more to your taste. This summer I have not bought any shoes because the looks are just not in my wheelhouse, but I have been buying clothing because I found some amazing prints that are: toile, gingham, plaid. But you don’t look like you need anything like that in your mix! I would wait for a more Boho or elegant year and stock up then. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/shopping-update-4#post-2219202 Thu, 26 Aug 2021 10:10:30 +0000 Preppy Pear 2219202@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I love the look of those shoes, and the color seems like a winner for your wardrobe, but you can never tell until you get them and try them on…I would encourage you to look for a better pair but I am thinking your heart’s not in it.</p> <p>A little off-topic, but I am excited to hear whether that Wrap London dress you posted in another thread works for you! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/shopping-update-4#post-2219199 Thu, 26 Aug 2021 09:56:21 +0000 Jenni NZ 2219199@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Well that last top you didn’t buy is gorgeous!<br /> I’m sorry about the shoes :(<br /> You know me, I’m always sad when people aren’t made happy by shoes.<br /> It’s worth waiting until the right pair turns up than buying a placeholder though, IME. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/shopping-update-4#post-2219184 Thu, 26 Aug 2021 04:44:41 +0000 Jenn 2219184@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p><b>shevia,&nbsp;</b>for real, I am thinking about that! I feel irresponsible buying extra statements in fall/winter when I know most of the year is warm, but maybe I need to accept that in the summer I'm pretty much just dressing to not boil and am less interested in statements?</p> <p><b>nemosmom,&nbsp;</b>"essential" for me pretty much means something in a core neutral that I will wear a million times. A linen shirt as a swim cover-up sounds perfectly elegant. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/shopping-update-4#post-2219155 Thu, 26 Aug 2021 01:25:21 +0000 Jaime 2219155@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Dare I suggest you hold your summer statement position out as a wild card in case you find an extra statement at another point of the year? Knowing that you did not settle but rather just waited will make that find extra sweet! On the other hand, "summer" will stick around her at least another two months and I suspect the same for you... </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/shopping-update-4#post-2219150 Thu, 26 Aug 2021 00:58:51 +0000 nemosmom 2219150@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Nodding along with you on the additions of essentials… but I have to say, I love how yours are “essentials with interest”; the ballon pants for example. </p> <p>And, although COVID has helped bring things like loungewear and essentials in abundance to retail, nothing feels super exciting. My greatest statement so far has been a couple of thrifted linen shirts I bought to use as swim cover ups :/ </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/shopping-update-4#post-2219144 Thu, 26 Aug 2021 00:40:46 +0000 Jenn 2219144@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p><b>Style&nbsp;Fan,&nbsp;</b>they're so comfortable, but the fabric is a very thin cotton. A summer piece, for sure. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/shopping-update-4#post-2219143 Thu, 26 Aug 2021 00:39:36 +0000 Jenn 2219143@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p><b>Carol,&nbsp;</b>you're so right about that "flatness." I don't even know where I'd wear something special if I found it. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/shopping-update-4#post-2219142 Thu, 26 Aug 2021 00:39:12 +0000 Style Fan 2219142@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I love the balloon pants.&nbsp; I have been looking for a pair for a while.&nbsp; Dusters work so well for your style.&nbsp;&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/shopping-update-4#post-2219139 Thu, 26 Aug 2021 00:35:50 +0000 Jenn 2219139@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I'll be honest, while the jewelry idea is intriguing, I'm not super feeling it. I've been off statement jewelry for a few years now, and I probably already have more simple, gold necklaces than I need. &nbsp;Although, <b>cat2,&nbsp;</b>I went looking at Georg Jensen pieces and they are gorgeous! I'll keep my eye out for possibilities, but I'm not into the idea enough to actively shop, if that makes sense.</p> <p>Scarves are on my do-not-buy list. I have two great hats (one wool and one straw) and don't really need/want any more.&nbsp;</p> <p><b>suntiger,&nbsp;</b>that definitely could be part of it! I feel like it's easier to get beautiful, high-quality fall and winter pieces than summer ones. Too bad, it's summer for six months here.</p> <p><b>Suz&nbsp;</b>and<b> </b><b>Carla,&nbsp;</b>I'm not sure how much the lack of brick and mortar shopping plays into it for me. I don't typically buy a lot in person, but the inspiration of it is definitely missing.&nbsp;</p> <p><b>Jonesy, &nbsp;</b>I would still buy for summer (there's a lot of it left here), but those pieces are getting few and far between.</p> <p><b>Preppy Pear,&nbsp;</b>I liked these as a walkable, slightly-dressy, slip-on shoe. They were really comfortable, but I thought they looked sort of, for lack of a better word, dowdy on me. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/shopping-update-4#post-2219135 Wed, 25 Aug 2021 23:57:18 +0000 Carla 2219135@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>@ Suz - LOL re: the (brilliant) skirt! &nbsp;I’ve been off and on about getting one myself, but don’t really have the compliments to make it work. &nbsp;I’m&nbsp;<i>so&nbsp;</i>hungry for stimulation!!! &nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/shopping-update-4#post-2219133 Wed, 25 Aug 2021 23:51:49 +0000 Sloper 2219133@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I like statement scarves - not sure if that appeals to you.&nbsp; Or a hat?</p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/shopping-update-4#post-2219115 Wed, 25 Aug 2021 23:10:35 +0000 Suz 2219115@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Echoing <b>Carla</b>. I find it hard to find statement items right now. Without B&amp;M shopping, I just don't see them...unless Janet sees them on her SM feed and mentions them here, that is. (Hello, plaid tulle skirt!)</p> <p>I was just going to do a post about this, in fact. I haven't bought much this year compared to my usual, and all of it has been boring and basic. Yay, Covid.&nbsp;</p> <p>I love the balloon pants and can definitely see them with that top you show. I also like the idea of a piece of jewellery if nothing else jumps out at you. It can be fun to change that up a bit -- like you, I tend to wear the same pieces again and again, but especially in a hot climate, a new piece of jewellery can add a statement when you can't wear layers.&nbsp;</p> <p> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/shopping-update-4#post-2219111 Wed, 25 Aug 2021 22:58:40 +0000 Anonymous 2219111@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Maybe the trouble is just the types of statement pieces at retail atm. There's so many boofy sleeves, flounces, brights, ..Gah make it Stop!! Maybe as the fall things trickle in there will be more...restrained statements. Hopefully! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/shopping-update-4#post-2219106 Wed, 25 Aug 2021 22:52:17 +0000 Aquamarine 2219106@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I agree with jewelry. Or even a special scarf, maybe silk. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/shopping-update-4#post-2219102 Wed, 25 Aug 2021 22:49:20 +0000 Preppy Pear 2219102@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Love the balloon pants and really like the idea of the two piece jumpsuit with the top - please post if you get it! </p> <p>What attracted you to the shoes that didn’t work out - is that a direction worth attempting again? </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/shopping-update-4#post-2219100 Wed, 25 Aug 2021 22:47:04 +0000 Sal 2219100@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Yes to the jewelry!!&nbsp; And yes I think statements are hard to plan to buy..... sometimes they just leap out at you and sometimes they don't.</p> <p> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/shopping-update-4#post-2219096 Wed, 25 Aug 2021 22:44:36 +0000 JAileen 2219096@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I like the jewelry idea. &nbsp;I’ve bought a few handmade pieces on Etsy. &nbsp;They’re nice in warm weather when it’s too warm for a jacket or scarf. &nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/shopping-update-4#post-2219057 Wed, 25 Aug 2021 21:07:34 +0000 Jonesy 2219057@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Yes, I know what you mean about wanting to find just the right thing, but nothing jumps out at you! TBH, the duster and white dress *were* hard acts to follow :)! Are you done with shopping for summer, or would you still buy a statement to be used a bit now, and then more when spring and summer roll around again? (I know everyone here has a different schedule in terms of when they like to shop for seasons, etc.) </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/shopping-update-4#post-2219046 Wed, 25 Aug 2021 20:34:08 +0000 CarolS 2219046@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I love that duster in particular. To my way of thinking those wonderful balloon pants would count as a statement, too. But I understand the feeling of just not quite getting your hands of what you are after. Although, I think we all have that sense permeating all areas of life right now -- that something is just missing, or flat somehow. Yay COVID. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/shopping-update-4#post-2219017 Wed, 25 Aug 2021 19:09:34 +0000 cat2 2219017@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>My current jewelry obsession is vintage Georg Jensen; I still wear a pair of silver earrings I bought in college, so I know I will get a lot of use out of some additional silver pieces. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/shopping-update-4#post-2219014 Wed, 25 Aug 2021 19:02:49 +0000 Anonymous 2219014@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I agree with Runcarla, no brick and mortar shopping means no wildcards and I do want something. New stuff (from mostly consignment, so new-to-me) is mostly essentials. But some essentials have more of a wild card look to them, like my Johnny Was boho tops. </p>