https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/springsummer-2017-updates---breaking-shopping-hiatus Style Advice for Fashion Lovers en-US Thu, 30 Apr 2026 11:34:44 +0000 http://bbpress.org/?v=1.0.2 q https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/search.php https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/springsummer-2017-updates---breaking-shopping-hiatus#post-1812227 Fri, 02 Jun 2017 09:57:41 +0000 Style Fan 1812227@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Great blouses.&nbsp; I really like the cream one.&nbsp; Beautiful.&nbsp; I have shopped in airports.&nbsp; Lots of great stuff. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/springsummer-2017-updates---breaking-shopping-hiatus#post-1795108 Wed, 05 Apr 2017 22:10:43 +0000 Carla 1795108@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Leave no retail stone un-turned! DS#1 got his favourite belt at London, Heathrow, and Copenhagen Airport is more mall than transportation hub! Toronto has Longchamps bags in all the colours of the rainbow at competitive prices. Then there is duty free... </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/springsummer-2017-updates---breaking-shopping-hiatus#post-1795103 Wed, 05 Apr 2017 22:06:03 +0000 Suz 1795103@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Oh! Well, that explains it! Very funny that there would be two stores with such similar names... ha!&nbsp;</p> <p>Thanks for enlightening me, all!&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/springsummer-2017-updates---breaking-shopping-hiatus#post-1795069 Wed, 05 Apr 2017 20:21:18 +0000 abc 1795069@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Elizabeth P, I think you're right. &nbsp;I went into it knowing I needed certain things (jeans, a cream top) but left room for some different to me purchases, like the 2 artizan tops bought spur of the moment. &nbsp;I hope they work out, too. &nbsp;I'll try to post more and do a WIW.</p> <p>Haha Ryce, oh, I know a thing or two about stuffed to capacity bags! &nbsp;LOL the gentleman that helped get my carryon bag down made a growl, I guess it was much heavier than he expected. &nbsp;Luckly the 3 items tucked down into almost nothing inside the bag. &nbsp;Thanks for your kind comment about gracefulness, never thought of that word and me/my wardrobe before!</p> <p>Laura, good to know it's not just in DFW. &nbsp;I've just seen that one store, popped in a time or two but nothing struck me until now. &nbsp;The floral blouses caught my eye and drew me in. &nbsp;I really like the necklace, it's quite weighty and for $25 I think it was a good buy.</p> <p>Hi, Suz! &nbsp;Thanks for chiming in. &nbsp;Funny, when you started mentioning those designer brands I was like, woah, different store! &nbsp;Really, think Chicos, resort wear, what lisap said. &nbsp;Nothing as great as the store you referenced, but still, I was able to pick through the noise and find a few good pieces. &nbsp;I quite like the idea that no one else will have what I'm wearing, too.</p> <p>Your statement is spot on:&nbsp;</p> <p>It's a little easier when I've got my essentials in order and am buying extras only. &nbsp; I think that's it for me. &nbsp;I was needing some basics (replacing worn out jeans, for example) all the while, I wanted fun stuff to spruce up what I've been bored with wearing for almost a year straight (no real climate-specific wardrobe here). &nbsp;As usual, you added clarity to what I was trying to explain.&nbsp;</p> <p>Elizabeth P, you're right again. &nbsp;That is the store! &nbsp;I almost hang my head in shame thinking I bought stuff that was/will be on the shopping channel, lol, but hey, it's just another distribution channel, right? :)</p> <p>lisap, you said bags? &nbsp;I was so wrapped up in the two tops and necklace I didn't even look at their bags! &nbsp;I'll be sure to check them out next time. &nbsp;Your description is correct, blingy resorty but with a few wearable pieces, at least in the most recent S/S17 line.</p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/springsummer-2017-updates---breaking-shopping-hiatus#post-1795052 Wed, 05 Apr 2017 19:17:22 +0000 Anonymous 1795052@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Suz - that's a different company. &nbsp;Aritzan is a sold to indies, and then has these airport shops too. I was offered the line a few years but didn't take it at the time. It sells well into salons that have clothing lines - but I agree with abc : tends to be a bit on the bling-y /resort side. &nbsp;They have some decent bags though... </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/springsummer-2017-updates---breaking-shopping-hiatus#post-1795010 Wed, 05 Apr 2017 17:21:33 +0000 Elizabeth P 1795010@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I don't think it is the same as Aritizia, Suz.&nbsp; I just googled it, and it appears to be a Montreal based store that has retail space in airports, and sells on the shopping channel.&nbsp; Will have to look out for it now! </p> <p><i><br /> "Artizan's wholesale operation boasts more than 2,500 loyal customers<br /> ranging from gift boutiques and multi-outlet chains to The Shopping<br /> Channel. In its retail sector, because of a successful wholesale<br /> partnership with LSTRNA (LS Travel Retail North America) for airport<br /> retail distribution, the company supplies over a dozen Artizan-branded<br /> airport boutiques. Artizan also owns and operates two independently-run<br /> flagship retail stores in Montreal, QC.</p> <p></i></p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/springsummer-2017-updates---breaking-shopping-hiatus#post-1795007 Wed, 05 Apr 2017 17:10:07 +0000 Suz 1795007@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>We call it <a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.aritzia.com">Aritzia </a>&nbsp;up here! :)&nbsp;<a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.aritzia.com">http://www.aritzia.com</a></p> <p>They stock at least 3 lines of their own as well as CoH, Rag and Bone, Levis and a few other jeans (selected styles). The clothing skews young and what I might call urban boho but some of it is nice. They often do silk or silk-like blouses. I think LisaP has a bunch of their stuff, and maybe Elisabeth, and definitely Ariadne. I own one beautiful blouse from them. Nothing else, although I have tried a few items -- often for me the armholes are cut too low or something. &nbsp;</p> <p>As you know, I commiserate with your shopping woes (and highs and lows). I, too, focus my shopping to a couple of times a year, and I often find it overwhelming, especially when there are true wardrobe holes to fill. It's a little easier when I've got my essentials in order and am buying extras only.</p> <p>I love your new haul. I think the florals will be a really nice change for you, and great because they provide interest on their own. I'm not surprised that cold shoulder would work on you. Makes sense.&nbsp;</p> <p> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/springsummer-2017-updates---breaking-shopping-hiatus#post-1795000 Wed, 05 Apr 2017 16:31:09 +0000 Laura (rhubarbgirl) 1795000@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>There's an Artizan shop in the Indianapolis airport as well. I've bought a scarf there but not any clothes. They've got fun knits and jewelry. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/springsummer-2017-updates---breaking-shopping-hiatus#post-1794979 Wed, 05 Apr 2017 15:39:30 +0000 Anonymous 1794979@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>There is a real cohesiveness to this group. In addition to the obvious color pallete, there is a softness and gracefulness to them that is very appealling.<br /> Cracking up that you found pieces you like at an airport shop - I never think about browsing them because when I travel my bags are pretty well stuffed to capacity! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/springsummer-2017-updates---breaking-shopping-hiatus#post-1794970 Wed, 05 Apr 2017 15:21:46 +0000 Elizabeth P 1794970@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>What a great collection!&nbsp; I hope it works for you once you get it into proper circulation.</p> <p>You obviously are thinking carefully about what you are purchasing.&nbsp; Sounds like you have the right balance between heart string tugs and what you know what works for you. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/springsummer-2017-updates---breaking-shopping-hiatus#post-1794962 Wed, 05 Apr 2017 15:00:14 +0000 abc 1794962@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I broke my shopping hiatus last week. &nbsp;I'm and expat and I find clothes cheaper and easier to find when I'm back in the US, so I am pretty much on a ban/hiatus when I'm back home. &nbsp;However, when I go to the USA, all bets are off :)</p> <p>A few years ago, I made monthly trips. &nbsp;I would spend tons of money, living off of the shopping high I got by waltzing into stores and buying on a whim. &nbsp;Bringing full suitcases back home each month didn't faze (sp) me. &nbsp;With a helpful nudge from DH to observe my habits, I've scaled WAY back. &nbsp;Actually, on my last post, I discussed how I'm actually feeling a bit overwhelmed bc by NOT shopping, I've created more gaps and needs in my wardrobe, but that's a deeper dive for another day. &nbsp;At least by not buying so often, I clearly see what I have and what I need, vs what I want.</p> <p>I haven't bought much of anything since mid-2016 and haven't been to the USA since Nov 2016.</p> <p>I was feeling blah with my tried-and-true formula, though it's easy and thoughtless. &nbsp;I decided to refresh for spring and summer with a few items that hit some trends, spark some interest and feel like classics-leaning me, yet still allow me to replicate that formula that works so well (just with some new pieces).</p> <p>The items I got were:</p> <p>1. Jeans (Old Navy) - yay, skinny/straight jeans that aren't super tight. &nbsp;Not sure if I sized up or they're my actual size, but I tried for a less calf-sucking fit in a medium/dark wash this time.<br />2. Kut boyfriend jeans w/a big roll at the cuff (Rack)- probably not the height of fashion, but I'm not that person anyway. &nbsp;Maybe it's just me, but I find the big cuff helps balance my huge calves and my plus size pear shape. &nbsp; I like the higher cotton content on the Kut jeans and the lower rise allows for semi-tucking.<br />3. HIP black floral boho blouse&nbsp;(Rack)&nbsp;- nice and flowy for summer, but with arm coverage I want. &nbsp;Floral since that's apparently popular now (I officially live under a rock, and am not on YLF nearly enough).</p> <p>4. &nbsp;Sejour cream 3/4 sleeve blouse&nbsp;(Rack)&nbsp;- the fabric on this is divine, found on sale but it came from full line store. This will hopefully replace the short sleeve cream top that's not as flowy as I'd like anymore. &nbsp;</p> <p>5. Knit tunic&nbsp;(Rack)&nbsp;- an EF knockoff for $17? Sure, I'll give it a whirl. &nbsp;Navy. Would have duplicated if they had more colors in my size, simply bc of the price.</p> <p>6. Knox Rose (Target) blouse - another short sleeve top for summer, wish they sleeves had more coverage but I'll deal for when it's hot out. &nbsp;I've worn it once but didn't feel fab in it, we'll see if this becomes a mistake purchase. &nbsp;I'll pair it with different bottoms next time to see.<br />7. beaded necklace - Artizan via DFW airport (more below). &nbsp;Substantial and I already know this style helps draw vertical lines, so it's a necklace shape go-to for me.<br />8. Floral blouse (Artizan) - can be worn regular or off shoulder, I tried on three sizes to get the perfect fit!<br />9. Floral cold shoulder blouse (Artizan) - wow, I think cold shoulders work for me! &nbsp;Excellent tummy coverage.&nbsp;</p> <p>To my Canadian friends: so....I had WAY too much time to kill in the Dallas Fort Worth airport and since I'm there way too often, I know where the few shops are. &nbsp;I popped in to Artizan, apparently a Canadian label, having never bought there before. &nbsp;I'd say a good 50-75% read Chicos-like, meaning, for me, a little too beaded, a little too (no offense) South Florida ladies who lunch. &nbsp;HOWEVER...without even knowing, I picked a few pieces from their spring/summer 2017 collection and wow, they're winners! &nbsp;The fabrics are really nice, I can tell a substantial difference between them and the Target and HIP shirts, for example (and price-wise they're more expensive, so I'd expect it, but still). &nbsp;The floral designs and cut of the tops seem to be more on-trend for the season.</p> <p><b>I'd be curious if any YLF-ers wear Artizan by Robin Barre? &nbsp;</b><br />So, what's next?</p> <p>Wear what I bought. &nbsp;Don't save it for an occasion. &nbsp;See what works and what doesn't. &nbsp;Try not to be afraid to buy again, if I go that long between trips again. &nbsp;Know I'll make mistakes but through my effort hopefully they will be less frequent. &nbsp;Allow for spontaneous purchases that pull the heart strings. &nbsp;Let them be and enjoy them as much as the pre-planned ones.</p> <p>Based on my last analysis post, the next area of focus will be mom on the go / athleisure. &nbsp;I will likely be in the USA in May and am planning to revamp that area of my closet next. &nbsp;<b>I really like Lucy, has anyone else discovered the brand/store?</b> &nbsp;I like to go to the Lucy store in Kansas City when I'm there. &nbsp;I like that they're expanding their size range to include plus sizes, though their XL tends to fit me pretty well. &nbsp;What I really like is that the size of the store is manageable so I don't get overwhelmed. &nbsp;I can walk out with a capsule of 4-6 pieces that all work together, saving me time and energy when it comes time to get dressed.</p> <p>Another desire is to find the perfect breton top - Suz and Angie's fault!!</p> <p>Thank you for reading, any feedback or comments are welcome! </p>