https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/temptations-and-needs Style Advice for Fashion Lovers en-US Sat, 16 May 2026 14:46:00 +0000 http://bbpress.org/?v=1.0.2 q https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/search.php https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/temptations-and-needs#post-376093 Thu, 30 Jun 2011 11:29:30 +0000 Sparky 376093@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Kari, call the phone # on the back of your MOD card and they should be able to give you an access code and the access website. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/temptations-and-needs#post-376050 Thu, 30 Jun 2011 05:49:11 +0000 Desmo April 376050@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I'm now totally checked out of the hype. I just went through the catalog and there isn't a single thing from Encore so I can't get caught up. I just have to do it the old fashioned way and see it in the store. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/temptations-and-needs#post-376042 Thu, 30 Jun 2011 05:11:12 +0000 Kari 376042@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Jean, how does one obtain an access code? I am a level 2 MOD card holder, so I'd assume I should probably have one - hopefully! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/temptations-and-needs#post-375436 Wed, 29 Jun 2011 03:53:29 +0000 MsMary 375436@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Okay, I finally found my code.</p> <p>I must have that leather pencil skirt. Age appropriate, schmage appropriate! LOL</p> <p>I like the merino wool cardigan that comes in the same new colors as the Halogen seamed skirt.</p> <p>And there are some accessories I am liking, too! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/temptations-and-needs#post-375404 Wed, 29 Jun 2011 02:45:52 +0000 sarah 375404@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Hmmm...I was hoping to be very tempted, but I must say I am underwhelmed by the petite selection : (</p> <p>I will definitely be picking up some pencil skirts - and perhaps some shoes, but I don't see much else besides shoes and boots for the kids. Darn. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/temptations-and-needs#post-375402 Wed, 29 Jun 2011 02:36:39 +0000 Kyle 375402@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Jean, I think you were reading my mind. Was just having this very discussion with myself looking through the catalog that arrived today. I have marked a few items that I'd like to see in person, but like you I will be quite selective. There is a pricey bag I have had my eye on elsewhere, and a fab leather jacket in the catalog that, together, could be the extent of my summer splurge. I'm setting the bar high, and will be ruthless about anything that does not fully measure up. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/temptations-and-needs#post-375196 Tue, 28 Jun 2011 21:28:55 +0000 Polly (thunalata) 375196@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I'm starting to feel relieved I'm in the UK!</p> <p>It'll be so much fun watching you all get wonderful things, though... </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/temptations-and-needs#post-375160 Tue, 28 Jun 2011 20:37:54 +0000 nancylee 375160@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I'm more intrigued by the "newness" of the items than by the sale prices, but I am definitely planning to check things out when they become available to the general public (I don't have an access code or account).</p> <p>Jean, the phrase "I'll never see another like it" really resonated with me. I sometimes say this to myself as justification to buy something. It definitely takes a certain zen-like fortitude to hold that impulse in check! :-)</p> <p>Like you, I'm trying to focus my purchases on things I really need, or that are truly unique or extraordinary. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/temptations-and-needs#post-375082 Tue, 28 Jun 2011 18:40:41 +0000 Isabel 375082@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Yes. I am also feeling that this an opportunity not to be missed. It really is my first, fully aware one since I have been on YLF.</p> <p>So HOW do you determine what to do ? Do you approach it with an idea of ugrading a piece or filling holes ( like Sparky ) ? I also feel that I have no holes right now and may even be bordering on too big a wardrobe for myself. </p> <p>Should there even be an approach, or do I shrug my shoulders and say not for me ? </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/temptations-and-needs#post-375069 Tue, 28 Jun 2011 18:18:41 +0000 Kate 375069@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Very much so! I'm actually considering going on a shopping ban, but I'm waiting to see what will be at NAS because I don't want to declare a ban and then immediately break it if I find something at NAS. But the reality is that there's nothing I truly need and I have bigger priorities, as tempting and fun as clothes they may be. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/temptations-and-needs#post-375013 Tue, 28 Jun 2011 17:24:54 +0000 MsMary 375013@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I don't have an online access code so I'm just looking at the catalog I got in the mail yesterday, but it looks fab! I'm definitely going to get the seamed pencil skirt in that fab purpley magenta. And maybe the yellow "golden raisin" or whatever. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/temptations-and-needs#post-374959 Tue, 28 Jun 2011 15:42:18 +0000 Desmo April 374959@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Yes, yes and yes on getting caught up in the hype! </p> <p>It works better for me not to get to involved in the wishlists and pre-sale I wants. At this point I let everyone else find the goods and actually start looking once the sale starts. If I miss something so be it, its not the end of the world. Its easier for me to take that attitude though because the plus size clothes tend not to sell out and none of the boots will fit my calves. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/temptations-and-needs#post-374954 Tue, 28 Jun 2011 15:29:18 +0000 Anonymous 374954@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Jean, I especially thought of you when looking through the NAS goodies. There are several fab things in your colors. I'm with you. Lots of "I want" and very little "I need". In fact the "I need" group isn't very exciting...like shapewear! I'm also hoping for a pair of fabulous boots and was excited to see several marked "narrow calf".<br /> I'd love the Halogen seamed pencil skirt in every color but don't have an opportunity to even wear the ones I have that much. Colored jeans (which I didn't see) would be a better choice. Lifestyle reality can be tough to face. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/temptations-and-needs#post-374913 Tue, 28 Jun 2011 14:22:27 +0000 Angie 374913@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I am like a kid in a candy store with this sale. I GET IT!</p> <p>I have 14 things on my favourites list and as I said on the other thread, I need to rob a bank. I might just blow my entire budget on one thing. </p> <p>There will be lots of time to navigate the sale. It's overwhelming at best! You have to keep on browsing through so as to not miss things. Not to worry. I will guide you wear I can. And keep you focused! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/temptations-and-needs#post-374892 Tue, 28 Jun 2011 13:43:12 +0000 Lisa 374892@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>As a huge impulse shopper I'm a tad nervous about NAS. I've already created a list and it's rather small. It's going to be hard to stick to the list. So I am allowing myself two non-list purchases, one clothing and one accessory so I don't feel too restricted. We shall see how this plan goes. (I'm not a card holder so I haven't seen any of the choices yet.) </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/temptations-and-needs#post-374888 Tue, 28 Jun 2011 13:40:04 +0000 Sparky 374888@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Heh heh, I have a LOT more than 12 items on my NAS wishlist. Honestly, none of them are needs in the sense I have plenty of clothing to cover up and avoid naked dashes in public. There are a lot fewer items I'm interested in this year to fill wardrobe holes than last year though, when I was at the start of a big wardrobe overhaul. I recall Angie saying she got maybe 4 or 5 things during NAS last year. I think you, Jean, and Angie are at similar points, with fully defined styles and well thought-out closets. You're right though, the temptation is there, especially if NAS offerings are your dominant season.</p> <p>I found I got tons of wear from some of last year's NAS blouses/tunics and find myself constantly wishing I had more of those, so I have several in mind I want to try at this year's NAS. I am still looking for a cropped leather jacket, black or gray dress pants, straight leg or skinny jeans, so I have several options for each of those categories to look at. I'm hoping out of, say, four leather jackets, one will be the right one for me. </p> <p>I would love to find the right pair of cognac riding boots, which NAS doesn't have, but I'm still tempted by two other pairs of boots. Neither are quite duplicates of what I have already but I am telling myself to wait until Mr. Perfect Cognac Riding Boot shows up. </p> <p>A lengthy way of saying, I understand how you feel! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/temptations-and-needs#post-374873 Tue, 28 Jun 2011 13:14:22 +0000 Anonymous 374873@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Oh, thanks for this thread. That was the reality check I needed. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/temptations-and-needs#post-374861 Tue, 28 Jun 2011 12:59:34 +0000 Mamapicklejuice 374861@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Goodness, yes! I don't even have access yet (not a cardholder) and I'm already feeling slightly anxious. Silly! Wish I could identify my wardrobe holes first and go in with blinders on, only looking for those items...that would save me a lot of (return) grief, I'm sure.</p> <p>Good for you for resisting temptation (so far). </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/temptations-and-needs#post-374856 Tue, 28 Jun 2011 12:45:46 +0000 greenglove 374856@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I got my NAS access for the online site and looked over all of the beautiful clothing. Great Stuff!</p> <p>I chose about 12 things to put in my favorites.<br /> After looking over the list I realized that none of the items were necessary for my needs. Some would be fun but most are duplicates of things that I have that are similar. </p> <p>I narrowed down my list to about 2 or three things that are still questionable as substantial additions to my wardrobe. It is so easy to get caught up in sale envy and "I'll never see another like it"" mentality.</p> <p>I must remember that I only want things that are perfect for my lifestyle. I have enough smart casual and dressy things for quite a while. I must remember that extraordinary is the only exception<br /> I am saving for a pair of Fluevg boots and they will be a substantial part of my fall, winter budget. I always wear boots in the winter and am looking for some with a small heel that are 8 hour boots. I must resist some items that I may otherwise jump on.<br /> I love silk blouses but will I wear them often? Those are questions I need to answer honestly.</p> <p>Does anyone else feel pressure just because of all the hype? </p>