https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/should-i-just-turn-away-or-give-it-a-shot Style Advice for Fashion Lovers en-US Thu, 14 May 2026 01:51:26 +0000 http://bbpress.org/?v=1.0.2 q https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/search.php https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/should-i-just-turn-away-or-give-it-a-shot#post-478981 Fri, 02 Dec 2011 01:35:35 +0000 learning curve 478981@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Looks like you have already decided to skip this, but just wanted to chime in to say that, like alaskagirl, I have found F21 items made from chiffon-type material are often really poorly sewn - the hems are particularly crooked, elastic might be uneven, etc. Granted, no one is going to F21 for expert tailoring, but I usually find they have singificantly better quality in their things made of heavier fabrics. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/should-i-just-turn-away-or-give-it-a-shot#post-478884 Fri, 02 Dec 2011 00:03:49 +0000 citygirldc 478884@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I really recommend going to the store to try things on because they do run small and plus they only make exchanges, no returns. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/should-i-just-turn-away-or-give-it-a-shot#post-478803 Thu, 01 Dec 2011 21:53:51 +0000 rae 478803@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I see you've decided, but I wanted to explain my nay vote. It's not just the possible quality, but I get a very bohemian vibe from this particular top for some reason. I think you are right that the perfect one (quality and style-wise) will find you in time. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/should-i-just-turn-away-or-give-it-a-shot#post-478779 Thu, 01 Dec 2011 21:24:11 +0000 Mo 478779@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>My own personal shopper- how fun!! I like the INC but think I will let the 'perfect' peacock top find me in due time. I have other goodies to tide me over for now. And I do appreciate the feedback - I want to limit my purchase mistakes and this helps so much when I can't go feel and touch things! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/should-i-just-turn-away-or-give-it-a-shot#post-478769 Thu, 01 Dec 2011 21:14:23 +0000 catgirl 478769@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>And not purple but:</p> <p><a href="http://www1.macys.com/shop/product/inc-international-concepts-top-batwing-sleeve-printed-sheer-tunic?ID=608138&#038;PartnerID=LINKSHARE&#038;cm_mmc=LINKSHARE-_-4-_-37-_-MP437&#038;LinkshareID=neQRQBqOKtQ-gat1JHLjs5VRwq0RdkzBfg" rel="nofollow">http://www1.macys.com/shop/pro.....wq0RdkzBfg</a> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/should-i-just-turn-away-or-give-it-a-shot#post-478768 Thu, 01 Dec 2011 21:13:38 +0000 catgirl 478768@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Look! Not the same but funny that they have a purple paisley sheer top...</p> <p><a href="http://www.target.com/p/Xhilaration-Juniors-Long-Sleeve-Top-Stripe-Paisley-Print/-/A-13573716?ref=tgt_adv_xasd0001&#038;AFID=Performics_ShopStyle.com&#038;LNM=Primary" rel="nofollow">http://www.target.com/p/Xhilar.....NM=Primary</a> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/should-i-just-turn-away-or-give-it-a-shot#post-478764 Thu, 01 Dec 2011 21:11:00 +0000 RoseandJoan 478764@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>It looks like the search is on for a similar alternative. I could see you wearing this top as you have desribed with the addition of a belt or topper to cinch some of the volume. The colours are 100% Mo! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/should-i-just-turn-away-or-give-it-a-shot#post-478763 Thu, 01 Dec 2011 21:06:50 +0000 Isis 478763@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Yeah, Mo, I was going to say that a "cheaper" top at a store like F21 can be really scratchy......I would want to feel the fabric before purchasing..... </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/should-i-just-turn-away-or-give-it-a-shot#post-478759 Thu, 01 Dec 2011 21:04:11 +0000 Mo 478759@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Vicki, yes peacock feathers. Una, thank you for not only being a voice of reason but offering shopping alternatives for me! yay. I hate this part of online . . . not knowing the construction and quality through the screen - argh! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/should-i-just-turn-away-or-give-it-a-shot#post-478755 Thu, 01 Dec 2011 21:00:40 +0000 catgirl 478755@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Okay, as an F21 shopper I would stay away from this. It's very appealing, but my experience is that their floaty things are flimsy and not so well-made. Plus as Rae said, they only give store credit. I see lots of this kind of top at Target in the juniors section (Exhilaration is the brand, I think). I've seen some Joie tops like this at Nordstrom too. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/should-i-just-turn-away-or-give-it-a-shot#post-478753 Thu, 01 Dec 2011 20:58:27 +0000 Vicki 478753@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I have bought from F21 and there's a variety in quality, for sure. I can see you wearing this as you said, with leggings and as a tunic. I think the color is great and the flowy nature of it, too. Are those peacock feathers? </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/should-i-just-turn-away-or-give-it-a-shot#post-478744 Thu, 01 Dec 2011 20:46:38 +0000 Mo 478744@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Claire, I also love the colors - first and foremost. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/should-i-just-turn-away-or-give-it-a-shot#post-478742 Thu, 01 Dec 2011 20:45:13 +0000 Mo 478742@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>yeah, Rae, I have been going simpler and away from pattern but I think that's partly why I'm craving a little pattern and flowy 'girliness'. I see it as a tunic over skinnies or leggings out for a fun evening or even a day of shopping and lunch. I sometimes feel like I have too many streamlined tops and no volume, you know? </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/should-i-just-turn-away-or-give-it-a-shot#post-478741 Thu, 01 Dec 2011 20:43:56 +0000 Anonymous 478741@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I love the colors and print! Could you layer a blazer over it easily? It might be fun to try. You never know until you do, right? </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/should-i-just-turn-away-or-give-it-a-shot#post-478740 Thu, 01 Dec 2011 20:42:06 +0000 rae 478740@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>My only concern is that it seems a strong departure from where I've seen your style going recently. That, and F21 will only exchange if you don't like it. </p> <p>How do you see yourself wearing this? </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/should-i-just-turn-away-or-give-it-a-shot#post-478734 Thu, 01 Dec 2011 20:35:08 +0000 kimlee 478734@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I say go for it! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/should-i-just-turn-away-or-give-it-a-shot#post-478732 Thu, 01 Dec 2011 20:34:16 +0000 Scarlet 478732@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I never bought anything at F21, but it is pretty darn cute. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/should-i-just-turn-away-or-give-it-a-shot#post-478729 Thu, 01 Dec 2011 20:28:54 +0000 Mo 478729@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>The only hesitation I have is that it's Forever 21. Not that you can't find anything worthwhile there, but quality is obviously a concern. <a href="http://www.forever21.com/Product/Product.aspx?br=f21&#038;category=dress&#038;ProductID=2000020932" rel="nofollow">http://www.forever21.com/Produ.....2000020932</a> Could be great as a tunic, or even over leggings with my height, I think. Would you give it a go or leave it alone? </p>