https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/starting-somewhere Style Advice for Fashion Lovers en-US Mon, 27 Apr 2026 03:21:17 +0000 http://bbpress.org/?v=1.0.2 q https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/search.php https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/starting-somewhere#post-1055965 Fri, 18 Oct 2013 22:04:31 +0000 DonnaF 1055965@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Nordstrom and Nordstrom Rack have Caslon as an in-house brand, and Caslon always has a WASHABLE unlined knit jacket or two every season.&nbsp; And if you wait, they always go on sale.&nbsp; I think the price point is about $69-89 full price.&nbsp; I'm not sure if the knit moto is Caslon or Halogen, their other in-house brand.&nbsp; GoldenPig has this knit moto (which is now on sale).&nbsp; Free shipping and returns, although I find it easier to return to the store than go to the post office.&nbsp; No time limit.&nbsp; </p> <p>I have narrowish sloping shoulders, so knit jackets generally don't look good on me unless they have shoulder pads and the like.&nbsp; Thus, I can't vouch for any of the above -- except that they didn't *get* my body!&nbsp; They should get yours. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/starting-somewhere#post-1055715 Fri, 18 Oct 2013 18:33:29 +0000 Meegs 1055715@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Oh, my gosh, you guys are amazing. &nbsp;I have so many to check out!! &nbsp;I just ordered the Gap academy ponte blazer (in gray, because I'm a sucker for gray and this would be an improvement over my usual gray hoodie) because with a couple of promos the price became really reasonable. &nbsp;Now off to look at all the others! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/starting-somewhere#post-1055711 Fri, 18 Oct 2013 18:23:50 +0000 Mo 1055711@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I know some have gotten knit blazers at Target. &nbsp;Kellygirl I think has this one<a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.target.com/p/merona-women-s-double-knit-stripe-blazer-stripes/-/A-14624690#prodSlot=medium_1_2&amp;term=knit+blazer">http://www.target.com/p/merona.....nit+blazer</a>&nbsp;? &nbsp;</p> <p>I spied this but not positive it's knit.&nbsp;<a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.target.com/p/mossimo-womens-boucle-blazer-w-chain-detail-black/-/A-14736889#prodSlot=large_1_4">http://www.target.com/p/mossim.....=large_1_4</a> </p> </p> <p>EDIT: this is for sure knit, it says right in the description&nbsp;<a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.target.com/p/merona-women-s-zip-front-doubleknit-jacquard-jacket-assorted-colors/-/A-14599150#?lnk=sc_qi_detaillink">http://www.target.com/p/merona.....detaillink</a></p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/starting-somewhere#post-1055625 Fri, 18 Oct 2013 16:54:01 +0000 kkards 1055625@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>i going to suggest lands end canvas. this is just an example; but they have a few styles, carry a range of sizes, have great shipping and can be found in some sears stores. the styleing is more modern than lands end<br />.<a href="http://www.landsend.com/products/womens-milano-rib-blazer/id_242239" rel="nofollow">http://www.landsend.com/produc...../id_242239</a></p> <p>gap in another great place to try. i would also try the loft </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/starting-somewhere#post-1055624 Fri, 18 Oct 2013 16:53:05 +0000 Nicole D 1055624@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>When I bought <a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.rickis.com/by-category/blazers-and-vests/knit-shawl-collar-blazer/prod8104ED7133888813.html">this</a> knit blazer I was sure I would be returning it, but I love it! &nbsp;It has pre-scrunched sleeves, nice longer length, easy to style collar and great stretch. &nbsp;Ricki's is Canadian, but just to give you an idea of something that could work. &nbsp;And welcome to the forum. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/starting-somewhere#post-1055549 Fri, 18 Oct 2013 15:32:18 +0000 shemarie 1055549@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Hi Meegs! I'm new also and will be watching your thread closely as I struggle with the same "small bust, broad shoulder, long-arm" syndrome and find blazers so, so hard to fit!&nbsp; Love the idea of a knit one.&nbsp; Otherwise I'm guessing we may have to try alterations?&nbsp; That seems so labor-intesive and expensive since I work at home and don't have extensive&nbsp;dress-up needs, but by reading here over the years, it's slowly becoming ingrained that fit is truly the key to looking polished. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/starting-somewhere#post-1055531 Fri, 18 Oct 2013 15:14:25 +0000 TraceyLiz65 1055531@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Your post does not qualify as a long one... LOL! &nbsp;<br />I agree a knit blazer would be great for your lifestyle. &nbsp;I haven't seen one in tweed but think the striped ones are easy to find and are a great way to add the visual interest of a pattern to plain tops and bottoms.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/starting-somewhere#post-1055433 Fri, 18 Oct 2013 13:50:53 +0000 Anonymous 1055433@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Ok, Gap would be good for you then, you might find some things at Forever21 too. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/starting-somewhere#post-1055422 Fri, 18 Oct 2013 13:41:42 +0000 Meegs 1055422@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Ceit, I'm from the fashion desert of Tulsa, Oklahoma. &nbsp;:-) &nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/starting-somewhere#post-1055407 Fri, 18 Oct 2013 13:22:53 +0000 Kimberley 1055407@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I don't know where to suggest shopping, but I will say that I have a knit blazer that I love and I chase adults and children alike when I'm wearing it!&nbsp; Personally, I found a knitted blazer much easier to fit and&nbsp;very comfortable.&nbsp; The added bonus is being able to wash it at home, versus having to take it to the drycleaners...this may especially be a concern&nbsp;with your son. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/starting-somewhere#post-1055392 Fri, 18 Oct 2013 13:08:42 +0000 Anonymous 1055392@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Where are you from? That would help me suggest stores.</p> <p>I think a knit blazer is a great idea. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/starting-somewhere#post-1055389 Fri, 18 Oct 2013 13:07:20 +0000 Neel 1055389@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I bought two knit blazers one in black and one in&nbsp;grey with white piping&nbsp;yesterday from here (from their store)</p> <p><a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.aeropostale.com/product/index.jsp?productId=21433456&amp;cp=3534618.3534619.3534623.3541050.2038750">http://www.aeropostale.com/pro.....50.2038750</a></p> <p>I am not sure why the ones I bought are not showing (may be region or out of stock not sure). &nbsp;I love their fit but I am quite the opposite body type. &nbsp;May be you should check them out. &nbsp;I do agree that knit blazers are so much more comfortable. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/starting-somewhere#post-1055387 Fri, 18 Oct 2013 13:06:04 +0000 Lantana 1055387@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Welcome Meegs. You could try ASOS. It's a pureplay that ships free so you could buy a swag of blazers and return whatever doesn't fit. Fit is so hard online. Your post is really clear and informative so you'll get heaps of good advice. Penny </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/starting-somewhere#post-1055376 Fri, 18 Oct 2013 12:56:18 +0000 Meegs 1055376@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Hi, everyone! &nbsp;So, as a new-to-style member, I've decided in the interest of starting somewhere (somewhere that won't require a completely new wardrobe!), I'd choose one of the 10 fall casual outfit formulas, and try to build an outfit based on what I own and maybe add a piece or two to complete it. &nbsp;</p> <p>I love the idea of #5:&nbsp;Jeans + graphic / embellished T + boyfriend blazer + Converse sneakers. This is a look very similar to how I like dress, but stepped up with the blazer and an embellished (instead of plain) tee. &nbsp;I love a Converse, and would say my chief style descriptor is girly-tomboy. &nbsp;</p> <p>Question on the blazer: I chase a three-year-old boy all day. &nbsp;A knit blazer would be ideal, and I'd love something with maybe a little interest like a tweed or such. &nbsp;Where would you begin looking? &nbsp;I'm not an experienced shopper (and it's hard to get that done with the afore-mentioned little boy) so online is great, but fit is hard - small bust, wide shoulders, long arms. &nbsp;I guess just size up?</p> <p>Sorry for the long post, but as a new face, I thought more info was better! </p>