https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/update-blair-edies-halogen-collection Style Advice for Fashion Lovers en-US Sat, 18 Apr 2026 23:35:22 +0000 http://bbpress.org/?v=1.0.2 q https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/search.php https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/update-blair-edies-halogen-collection/page/2#post-2070765 Mon, 21 Oct 2019 19:27:49 +0000 Tina 2070765@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Waiting on the pinky sweater with red dots. The pink color may be too close to "skin." But I couldn't resist trying because RED POLKA DOTS! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/update-blair-edies-halogen-collection#post-2070720 Mon, 21 Oct 2019 18:12:55 +0000 Christina F. 2070720@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I may not get this sweater after all. Nordstrom sent my order via CDL, and they picked it up a week ago... with no further tracking info since. I alerted Nordy's and they issues new items for the order right away, since they now consider the original package lost. This sweater was sold out, though. The other items are the red pants (which I'm less hopeful will work out since red pants are very much a HEWI for me) and just some random fishnet nylons. *sob* </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/update-blair-edies-halogen-collection#post-2070466 Sun, 20 Oct 2019 23:01:28 +0000 Cee 2070466@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Bijou, I'm still recovering from seeing Angie wearing GREY !!&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/update-blair-edies-halogen-collection#post-2070362 Sun, 20 Oct 2019 07:25:54 +0000 Bijou 2070362@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Angie thank you for posting this as I was very tempted to buy the turquoise and red t-neck cable knit sweater and put it away for winter 2020. However, I cannot handle any knits that are scratchy, so that is a definite and easy no for me. I really hope the yellow sweater works out. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/update-blair-edies-halogen-collection#post-2070343 Sun, 20 Oct 2019 03:30:22 +0000 Cee 2070343@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>The scene~~~</p> <p>" So, Agent Double Uh-Oh-OHHH-Seffennn... ",&nbsp; Goldfingie intoned menacingly. " I see you are enjoying zer embrace of mein scratchy, I-I-ITCH-E-E-E jumperhoffen...? "</p> <p>Angie smiled straining through gritted, but glinty teeth with a *ping!* sound effect, ignoring the discomfort from the oversized, irritating garment that mummified her body from her neck to her ankles.</p> <p>" Oh, I've had vurse, I mean worse, Goldfingie... I wore double nylon once ! ", she said with a slight shudder at the memory.</p> <p>The gears on the winch grinded again and Angie was lowered another few inches toward the gaping vat of bubbling dankish grey liquid below her that no respecting villain would do without.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p> <p>She looked over at the control panel being operated by Goldfingie's number one henchbastard, Bad-Job the E-e-e-vil Cowlneck as it grinned back at her and rubbed it's cuffs together. A dozen more cowlneck henchsweaters looked on approvingly.</p> <p>" Do y-y-you expect me to talk ? "</p> <p>" Nein, Frau Cox... I expect you to DYE !! "</p> <p>Angie, Goldfingie and Bad-Job were suddenly startled by the rim shot from Cee at the drum kit in the corner of the dungeon.</p> <p>" Oooooh, zat vas SO not a good joke... GET OUT, DUMBKOFF !! ", Goldfingie complimented.</p> <p>" Now, vere verrr veee ? ", he continued thoughtfully as Bad-Job ushered Cee out with an MP-40 at it's hip and a cast iron fry pan in the other cuff.</p> <p>" Oh, ja... Drowning zer Chic-I-A's number vun gal in zer grey dye gloopen !! "</p> <p>" You know it won't end with me, Goldfingie ", Angie said defiantly. " There'll be Double Uh-Oh Eight, Double Uh-Oh Nine, Double Uh-Oh Ten... "</p> <p>" Ja, ja.. I get der picture, Frau Cox ! ", Goldfingie interrupted as he walked over to the winch controls. " ...but today, YOU DYYYYYYE !! "</p> <p>Angie steeled herself as she was again lowered into the vat, her sparkly spyboots only a foot away from being permanently de-sparkled.&nbsp;</p> <p>" If I could swear I'd give you such a cussing, you big poopie head meanie !! ", Angie said with some slight irritation.</p> <p>A rather subtle explosion rocked the dungeon as bricks mortar and medieval wallpaper sprayed across the room.</p> <p>Standing in the gaping hole stood Sergeant Major Sam of Her Majesty's Royal Yorkshire Arse Punishers ( YAP for short ) in full black tactical gear and somehow managing to wield an M-203 in his tiny cute, but deadly paws.</p> <p>" SAM !! I KNEW YOU'D COME !! ", Angie murmured, her faith rewarded and there was a kids cheering sound effect.&nbsp;</p> <p>Sam then tossed the M-203 aside and went on the attack, plowing into the henchsweaters like a dog possessed.&nbsp;&nbsp;</p> <p>They had little to no hope as Sam tore through their ranks, scuffing, biting and giving Yorkshire head butts and noogies as he went.</p> <p>Angie by now was folding herself as she was continuing to lower towards the deadly grey gloopen dye.</p> <p>" Uhhh, Sam ? Anyone ? ", she despaired.&nbsp;</p> <p>Just then a monkeywrench spun across the room knocking Goldfingie clean out as he fell across the controls and the winch stopped lowering.&nbsp;</p> <p>" Would Ma'am like some assistance ? ", a dry British voice asked.</p> <p>" Mal, baby ! ", Angie intoned. " Yes, please ! I'm not sure how long I can hold this stomach crunch for !! "</p> <p>Sam finished cleaning up the gang and retrieved his M-203 before he helped Malfred, Angie's faithful butler to pull her clear from the deadly vat.</p> <p>" You look a tad itchy, Ma'am ", Malfred said.</p> <p>" For the last time, Malfred... I'm Dutch ! ", Angie replied as she squirmed inside her sweater prison.</p> <p>Malfred and Sam just smiled and sighed.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/update-blair-edies-halogen-collection#post-2070295 Sat, 19 Oct 2019 23:18:41 +0000 LaPed 2070295@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Dana, I had one of those chunky Gap turtleneck sweaters with the rugby stripes for a looong time&nbsp;(purchased it at a thrift store). I finally wore it through at the elbows a couple years ago. Loved it to pieces. It's a shame this Halogen one is scratchy or I'd buy it as a replacement. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/update-blair-edies-halogen-collection#post-2070243 Sat, 19 Oct 2019 17:02:11 +0000 Dana 2070243@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Too bad the sweaters (even if not all) are itchy. The red/lt. blue striped one reminds me of a Gap sweater/outfit I had back in the early '90's. Royal blue/white stripes big turtleneck with royal/white polka dot pants. I loved it but I don't think my style is quite this whimsical anymore. It IS a fun collection!&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/update-blair-edies-halogen-collection#post-2070234 Sat, 19 Oct 2019 16:09:43 +0000 annagybe 2070234@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Err, never mid on the skirt. Apparently I couldn't find it earlier.<br />Some of the reviews say it's too long, even for someone 5'7", also I'm not sure I have somewhere to wear it.<br />Trying to be realistic about my life </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/update-blair-edies-halogen-collection#post-2070233 Sat, 19 Oct 2019 16:06:05 +0000 Runs With Scissors 2070233@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Ditto what Carla said about the plaid skirt with tulle.&nbsp; I happened to be in Nordstrom this week and tried it on.&nbsp; The tulle underneath makes it stand away from the body, and just wearing it feels like an event!&nbsp; &nbsp;So pretty, though, and a fun piece!</p> <p>I tried the pink diamond print blouse also -- also "just for fun" but ended up liking it so much, it came home with me.&nbsp; &nbsp;It will look great tucked into high-waisted jeans.&nbsp; Lucky me, it was already sold out online, and the only one in the store was my size!</p> <p>This collection hit me in the right spot -- I had already ordered several of the sweaters, and now they have all arrived.&nbsp; I am less sensitive to wool (or maybe just have a tougher hide) and the wool blend sweaters in this collection are fine for me.&nbsp; I'm just debating on the length of the striped sweater.</p> <p>As Angie noted, the red clubs-pattern sweater is a lightweight cottony blend that feels soft -- totally different fabric than the other three in the finds below.</p> <p> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/update-blair-edies-halogen-collection#post-2070228 Sat, 19 Oct 2019 15:40:06 +0000 Carla 2070228@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>The collection, or what was left of it was the first thing I checked out when I visited the flagship Nordstroms last week. The blanket scarf was the pick of the collection and I hemmed and hawed, and in the end didn’t get it. The colours of the collection are joyful, fabulous, and right up my alley. I wanted the sweater with the clubs motif to work (for Bridge night!) but I found the knits flimsy and sheer. The (small) Boden display was next to The Halogen one, and the quality was palpable. </p> <p>FWIW - the plaid skirt is BIG and bordering on ball skirt territory. Definitely a party piece. I can’t visualize it in a work situation. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/update-blair-edies-halogen-collection#post-2070224 Sat, 19 Oct 2019 15:29:01 +0000 Angie 2070224@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p><b>Donna F</b>, light blue is brilliant with black, white and red - which is signature to your style. Just mentioning that....!</p> <p><b>Cee </b>and <b>Suntiger,</b> you crack me up. Kitty and pup are adorable </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/update-blair-edies-halogen-collection#post-2070198 Sat, 19 Oct 2019 12:57:12 +0000 Anonymous 2070198@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>The hounds are a little slow this morning Cee </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/update-blair-edies-halogen-collection#post-2070197 Sat, 19 Oct 2019 12:48:42 +0000 Cee 2070197@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>They sent you a scratchy sweater, Angie !?</p> <p>Shall I release the hounds !?&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/update-blair-edies-halogen-collection#post-2070125 Sat, 19 Oct 2019 01:43:27 +0000 DonnaF 2070125@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Ah, Angie, pastel blues and the like tend to make me feel as though they are sapping my energy. Plus, not quirky enough. I have my eyes on black and red plaid Superga sneakers, should I ever decide I want to go the sneaker route. Jury is still out. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/update-blair-edies-halogen-collection#post-2070070 Fri, 18 Oct 2019 21:51:20 +0000 Angie 2070070@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p><b>Anna</b>, what do you mean?&nbsp;</p> <p><b>Kathie</b>, HIGH FIVE </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/update-blair-edies-halogen-collection#post-2070063 Fri, 18 Oct 2019 21:29:34 +0000 Kathie 2070063@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Angie, yes, I did get the Avec les Filles coat. I ordered the A-P one, just in case I might like it better, since the tags are still on the AlF one. But, the Avec les Filles was the clear winner on all fronts- quality, length, fit. So, the A-P one is going back. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/update-blair-edies-halogen-collection#post-2070044 Fri, 18 Oct 2019 19:36:50 +0000 annagybe 2070044@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Well, poop<br /> I am a bit disappointed that they didn’t seem to make the big red skirt, with the petticoat. Though it’s featured in pictures </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/update-blair-edies-halogen-collection#post-2070039 Fri, 18 Oct 2019 19:23:02 +0000 Angie 2070039@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p><b>Donna F</b>, try the blue?</p> <p><b>Christina</b>, FUN. Hope it works out.&nbsp;</p> <p><b>Suz</b>, YES. I know what you mean about the organza blouse and skirt being overwhelming.&nbsp;</p> <p><b>Janet,</b> YAY. Those items look fab. I'll make them top picks.&nbsp;</p> <p><b>kkards </b>and<b> Lisa P</b>, it's a very luxe blanket scarf - and pricey in US$ too!</p> <p><b>Mntsofthemoon </b>&amp; <b>Rachy</b>, High Five :)</p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/update-blair-edies-halogen-collection#post-2070037 Fri, 18 Oct 2019 18:58:46 +0000 rachylou 2070037@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Too bad. Still pretty! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/update-blair-edies-halogen-collection#post-2070029 Fri, 18 Oct 2019 18:10:11 +0000 Suz 2070029@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I checked out the Canadian offerings. Not much that interested me was available, alas. The plaid organza blouse and skirt were there, though. Really fun and pretty and would work well in my mustard/red/navy capsule -- but it was too much for me -- the scale of the puff sleeves and bow tie overwhelmed my frame.&nbsp;</p> <p>I, too, found the sweater a bit scratchy and oversized.&nbsp;</p> <p>The other items that interested me were not available, alas, including that shirt you like, <b>Angie</b>, or the one <b>JAileen</b> tried, which probably would work on me in XS.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/update-blair-edies-halogen-collection#post-2070025 Fri, 18 Oct 2019 18:07:29 +0000 Anonymous 2070025@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I LOVE that cashmere blanket scarf, but it's super spendy in Can $$ $. Sometimes our exchange rate really gets to me </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/update-blair-edies-halogen-collection#post-2070024 Fri, 18 Oct 2019 18:02:14 +0000 mtnsofthemoon 2070024@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Thank you for the feed back!&nbsp; I can't stand anything scratchy so you have saved me time and $$.&nbsp; Yes another who loves Boden!!&nbsp;&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/update-blair-edies-halogen-collection#post-2070015 Fri, 18 Oct 2019 16:53:40 +0000 kkards 2070015@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>thank you for the update..i'm thinking about the blanket scarf....the rest of it isn't really me, although it is lovely looking </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/update-blair-edies-halogen-collection#post-2070006 Fri, 18 Oct 2019 16:08:44 +0000 JAileen 2070006@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I just tried on the pink diamond blouse, and it fits nicely. I really like the pale pink and the confetti colors. I also tried on the Boden sweater I ended up ordering (when I was looking for the dog person sweater on Nordstrom’s website), and it fits nicely, too. Also not scratchy. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/update-blair-edies-halogen-collection#post-2070005 Fri, 18 Oct 2019 16:08:17 +0000 DonnaF 2070005@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Non-bendy soles are my cuppa. If this were years ago before I went gray, the brown croc patterned sneaks would have been mine. Now I don’t really have enough brown in my wardrobe to justify. Tempting though as I love dark brown. . . </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/update-blair-edies-halogen-collection#post-2070002 Fri, 18 Oct 2019 15:43:24 +0000 Christina F. 2070002@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Excellent, I am looking forward to that sweater since it's in my wedding colors and such unique pattern. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/update-blair-edies-halogen-collection#post-2069995 Fri, 18 Oct 2019 15:25:33 +0000 Angie 2069995@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p><b>Christina</b> and <b>Sara</b>, not all the collections knits are scratchy! These are not - see Finds:</p> <p>YES - Boden has spoiled me :)</p> <p><b>Kathie</b>, good assesment. Don't you have the same red coat as me from the NAS? See Find. That is a much more beautiful quality coat.&nbsp;</p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/update-blair-edies-halogen-collection#post-2069994 Fri, 18 Oct 2019 15:22:10 +0000 Kathie 2069994@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Thanks for the reviews! Your comment, “The wovens are generally better quality than the knits...” was exactly what I thought about the collection last year, so it’s nice to have your validation. I got the wool trench in red, but am sending it back as well. I found the vertical line of the princess seam, next to the line created by the double-breasted closure, to be a bit distracting, and the belt was a bit too high on my slightly long-waisted torso. Gorgeous color, though! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/update-blair-edies-halogen-collection#post-2069991 Fri, 18 Oct 2019 15:10:26 +0000 Sara L. 2069991@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Too bad that all the knits were scratchy.&nbsp; I love the scarf - the colors are so fun. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/update-blair-edies-halogen-collection#post-2069990 Fri, 18 Oct 2019 14:58:34 +0000 Christina F. 2069990@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p><div>Boden has spoiled us!</div><div><br /></div><div>I am waiting on this sweater, and the red cropped pants. If the sweater is scratchy, it's going back!<br /></div> </p>