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YouLookFab Forum » Topic: The monster comes out - I bought them all!! https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/the-monster-comes-out---i-bought-them-all Style Advice for Fashion Lovers en-US Wed, 20 May 2026 11:03:13 +0000 http://bbpress.org/?v=1.0.2 <![CDATA[Search]]> q https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/search.php marianna on "The monster comes out - I bought them all!!" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/the-monster-comes-out---i-bought-them-all/page/2#post-1589837 Thu, 03 Dec 2015 23:42:41 +0000 marianna 1589837@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ I've been following your posts silently and omg I want to go shopping with you! You've done so well this season. I love everything you pick. Anonymous on "The monster comes out - I bought them all!!" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/the-monster-comes-out---i-bought-them-all/page/2#post-1589781 Thu, 03 Dec 2015 20:42:37 +0000 Anonymous 1589781@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ Great finds ABC! Scarlet on "The monster comes out - I bought them all!!" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/the-monster-comes-out---i-bought-them-all/page/2#post-1589779 Thu, 03 Dec 2015 20:39:12 +0000 Scarlet 1589779@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ Oh, the Sweeties, I have been hearting those for ages! Beyond that I think Angie gave super advice. What finds! Just be sure they are all going to work hard for you and don't be seduced by the bargain. Jen W on "The monster comes out - I bought them all!!" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/the-monster-comes-out---i-bought-them-all/page/2#post-1589726 Thu, 03 Dec 2015 18:10:10 +0000 Jen W 1589726@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ I love the first pair, especially since they were what you'd been looking for for some time.  I do think they overlap in style and function with #3.   Angie on "The monster comes out - I bought them all!!" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/the-monster-comes-out---i-bought-them-all/page/2#post-1589718 Thu, 03 Dec 2015 18:04:59 +0000 Angie 1589718@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ abc, as long as you are focused on how the items will work in your wardrobe and style, and not the bargain prices - you're in good shape. Mochi on "The monster comes out - I bought them all!!" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/the-monster-comes-out---i-bought-them-all#post-1589716 Thu, 03 Dec 2015 18:01:55 +0000 Mochi 1589716@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ They are all gorgeous. WELL-BOUGHT. Enjoy them all. xoxo Astrid on "The monster comes out - I bought them all!!" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/the-monster-comes-out---i-bought-them-all#post-1589683 Thu, 03 Dec 2015 16:09:04 +0000 Astrid 1589683@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ I really like the first pair! Those look like a great pair of boots. I'm not as sold on the other two, but then neither high heels nor patent leather are my thing. AviaMariah on "The monster comes out - I bought them all!!" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/the-monster-comes-out---i-bought-them-all#post-1589682 Thu, 03 Dec 2015 16:05:02 +0000 AviaMariah 1589682@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ I can vouch for the first pair.  I'm wearing them now and have worn them every day that we've had sloppy, snowy weather.  Well worth it!  And you can never have too many black boots right?  Although Angie's questions about whether #1 and #2 are duplications is valid. Beth Ann on "The monster comes out - I bought them all!!" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/the-monster-comes-out---i-bought-them-all#post-1589681 Thu, 03 Dec 2015 16:02:17 +0000 Beth Ann 1589681@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ These are all gorgeous boots with a practical purpose.  Love them!  Angie does bring up a point, however.  Do you have a pair of brown or taupe boots in your wardrobe? abc on "The monster comes out - I bought them all!!" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/the-monster-comes-out---i-bought-them-all#post-1589667 Thu, 03 Dec 2015 15:43:56 +0000 abc 1589667@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ Thanks for chiming in and being a voice of reason, Angie.  I always welcome your input. I have the Sweeties on my feet right now -worn bc I knew they were least likely to go back.  They're super comfy and I'm wondering why I didn't get some earlier.  They are definitely the replacement for the long purged boots.  Hands down a keeper. Number 2 is what I was looking for when I was being sent to MN in Jan this year and just did without (in a snowstorm).  I needed/wanted a winter weatherproof dress boot with a heel that was appropriate for work in harsher climates than my own (I am a consultant so even if it's wet or snowy I have to "look the part").  It's possible that they won't get *that* much wear, but they'll be there when I need them - more than I can say for the last trip. Number 3 could possible split wears with my rubber rain boots and/or number 1.  However I am rationalizing them with the following thoughts - 1. they're patent and I love them 2. they were the cheapest of the lot at $135 - not cheap, but compared with local prices an outright bargain 3. We do have a rainy season where it rains every day and prior to the Aquatalia-lypse I only had one pair of rubber rain boots (aigle) Actually all 3 could be worn for work, which is good.  As I prepared for this trip I realized I was lacking in winter work appropriate footwear.  I think that's how I ended up bringing the peeptoes along this week in the absence of other options. Re them all being black, for work I do tend to wear black and darker shoes.  I wear lighter footwear more casually.  I had strayed from black footwear but I do think there is a place for it in my closet when chosen thoughtfully (and found on sale, haha). Again, all feedback welcome, and thanks, Angie for reminding me to keep my head on straight even when in the face of a seeming bargain.  It's possible in a year I look back and think I probably didn't need all 3, but I'm willing to take that risk.  I also look at it as - one pair at full price is about what I paid for all three.  Yes, rationalizing at its best. :D Angie on "The monster comes out - I bought them all!!" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/the-monster-comes-out---i-bought-them-all#post-1589637 Thu, 03 Dec 2015 15:00:33 +0000 Angie 1589637@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ Two of these are top picks, and Aquatalia is an excellent high quality brand. You can seldom go wrong with a pair of them. Beautiful boots!  The boot styles are all quite different from one another, but do make sure that #1 and #3 are not a duplication since they can be interchanged for a similar look. #2 is a significantly different style so definitely keep that one. You also don't live in a cold and wet climate, which does give me pause. And last - is black footwear your thing? You are a blonde after all, FWIW.  Not being a wet blanket abc - just thinking through your discounted purchases with you.  Lisa on "The monster comes out - I bought them all!!" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/the-monster-comes-out---i-bought-them-all#post-1589629 Thu, 03 Dec 2015 14:38:03 +0000 Lisa 1589629@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ Great finds, good luck with your new boots. Roxanna on "The monster comes out - I bought them all!!" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/the-monster-comes-out---i-bought-them-all#post-1589623 Thu, 03 Dec 2015 14:33:08 +0000 Roxanna 1589623@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ Those quilted motos are stealing my heart! Gosh do i love a good deal too :) Agree with everyone - #1 and #2 look distinctly different while #3 seems more like it may split wears; but I am always guilty of this, so if you love them and can afford them, then keep them! Glory on "The monster comes out - I bought them all!!" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/the-monster-comes-out---i-bought-them-all#post-1589618 Thu, 03 Dec 2015 14:24:17 +0000 Glory 1589618@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ Great find! Keep and enjoy them all! I think you will make great use out of them. lyn67 on "The monster comes out - I bought them all!!" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/the-monster-comes-out---i-bought-them-all#post-1589614 Thu, 03 Dec 2015 14:12:52 +0000 lyn67 1589614@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ Love the third pair soo much, enjoy them all!:-) merwoman on "The monster comes out - I bought them all!!" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/the-monster-comes-out---i-bought-them-all#post-1589601 Thu, 03 Dec 2015 13:24:40 +0000 merwoman 1589601@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ Smart investments - these are gorgeous and will serve you well! Elizabeth P on "The monster comes out - I bought them all!!" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/the-monster-comes-out---i-bought-them-all#post-1589595 Thu, 03 Dec 2015 12:59:45 +0000 Elizabeth P 1589595@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ I've been drooling over the Aquatalia Fabia booties, and pulled the plug when they got marked down then had a further discount last weekend.  Holy crap, they are the most comfortable things I've ever put on my feet.  And the most expensive :)  But I can see why you left with all of them! kkards on "The monster comes out - I bought them all!!" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/the-monster-comes-out---i-bought-them-all#post-1589582 Thu, 03 Dec 2015 11:50:32 +0000 kkards 1589582@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ well since i think i own 7 pairs of black booties/boots, plus a pair of black rain boots….who am i to judge.  especially if they are waterproof, or patent leather.  JamC on "The monster comes out - I bought them all!!" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/the-monster-comes-out---i-bought-them-all#post-1589578 Thu, 03 Dec 2015 11:28:12 +0000 JamC 1589578@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ Amazing finds. Lucky you! I looked online for the Sweeties but my size wasn't available. Brooklyn on "The monster comes out - I bought them all!!" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/the-monster-comes-out---i-bought-them-all#post-1589544 Thu, 03 Dec 2015 08:42:04 +0000 Brooklyn 1589544@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ Love no 2, but they are all good. Bijou on "The monster comes out - I bought them all!!" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/the-monster-comes-out---i-bought-them-all#post-1589541 Thu, 03 Dec 2015 07:15:34 +0000 Bijou 1589541@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ I vote keep - they all look different and serve different purposes.  Lucky you! Anonymous on "The monster comes out - I bought them all!!" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/the-monster-comes-out---i-bought-them-all#post-1589526 Thu, 03 Dec 2015 04:57:47 +0000 Anonymous 1589526@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ Thank you for the Sweetie details. I'll see what I can do. Suz on "The monster comes out - I bought them all!!" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/the-monster-comes-out---i-bought-them-all#post-1589523 Thu, 03 Dec 2015 04:30:49 +0000 Suz 1589523@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ Oh, keep them. They will be useful as all get-out. Anonymous on "The monster comes out - I bought them all!!" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/the-monster-comes-out---i-bought-them-all#post-1589498 Thu, 03 Dec 2015 03:19:15 +0000 Anonymous 1589498@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ They're all completely different and I can see them being used in totally different scenarios. Ginkgo on "The monster comes out - I bought them all!!" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/the-monster-comes-out---i-bought-them-all#post-1589496 Thu, 03 Dec 2015 03:08:45 +0000 Ginkgo 1589496@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ I like them all -- wear and enjoy! abc on "The monster comes out - I bought them all!!" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/the-monster-comes-out---i-bought-them-all#post-1589493 Thu, 03 Dec 2015 02:51:51 +0000 abc 1589493@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ The inner nerd in me couldn't resist to do the math. I got them at 70%, 56% and 60% off msrp respectively. Thanks for those of you chiming in I appreciate the comments. Maneera on "The monster comes out - I bought them all!!" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/the-monster-comes-out---i-bought-them-all#post-1589485 Thu, 03 Dec 2015 02:35:14 +0000 Maneera 1589485@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ Oh I love #1&2! Jaime on "The monster comes out - I bought them all!!" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/the-monster-comes-out---i-bought-them-all#post-1589481 Thu, 03 Dec 2015 02:29:10 +0000 Jaime 1589481@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ All three look terrific and well suited for your needs. I say enjoy! abc on "The monster comes out - I bought them all!!" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/the-monster-comes-out---i-bought-them-all#post-1589479 Thu, 03 Dec 2015 02:25:57 +0000 abc 1589479@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ Yes Joy they were at the rack. Try googling bc I saw all 3 pairs at good prices online at other retailers. Last call had the sweeties for $197 and they matched it even though Rack ticket was $249. abc on "The monster comes out - I bought them all!!" https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/the-monster-comes-out---i-bought-them-all#post-1589475 Thu, 03 Dec 2015 02:20:00 +0000 abc 1589475@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ My climate is mild but we do have a rainy season where it rains daily for a good month or two. Walking the kids to school in the AM in winter means it's quite chilly (I'd say 30s-40s low temps) but it does warm up in the afternoons, cooling off quickly once the sun goes down due to high elevation. We routinely leave the city on weekends. Sometimes to warmer climates, other times to cooler ones. Almost always involving walking so flat shoes a must. I have to travel where my work sends me. It can be short notice and it can be anywhere. I avoided Edmonton this month but this year I've been to MN in Jan, NJ in April, KC in May and Nov and I am in Dallas right now. So it's all over the place. I also forgot to mention I packed so wrongly for this trip. I have peep toe flats and it's been cold in the mornings and evenings - like 30s-40s so not to mention cold feet I also feel quite silly walking around like this. I will be back next week too so I plan on bringing 1-2 pairs along. Ok that's it!