https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-are-your-top-three-pieces-to-buy-for-next-season Style Advice for Fashion Lovers en-US Fri, 01 May 2026 15:40:34 +0000 http://bbpress.org/?v=1.0.2 q https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/search.php https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-are-your-top-three-pieces-to-buy-for-next-season/page/2#post-1334357 Mon, 18 Aug 2014 20:45:05 +0000 cheryl 1334357@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I am pretty well set and can't think of any true needs at the moment but I would like to add an olive outfit and/or an ink outfit and every year I always want to add some chunky sweater. </p> <p>Oh! I do have a need. I need some rain boots but they need to be on the shorter side to fit my calves and at a very affordable price point so it's been an elusive item for me. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-are-your-top-three-pieces-to-buy-for-next-season/page/2#post-1334331 Mon, 18 Aug 2014 19:43:46 +0000 Mander 1334331@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Here's my top three wishlist items:</p> <ul> <li>I've had a cashmere sweater on my wish list for years now. I want either black or charcoal, v-neck, long sleeves, and hip-length. Somehow this very basic combo is hard to find in plus sizes. For the past few years the only ones I've seen in my size are either 3/4 sleeves, crew neck (or worse, the "mock t-neck"), or really short.</li> <li>Casual non-jeans trousers. Maybe some cords? I'd like a relatively heavy weight, stretchy fabric, but with more body than ponte knit.</li> <li>Decent-looking walking shoes, ideally something that could be worn with either a dress or trousers. I'm not sure what I want here but I'll know it when I see it!</li> </ul> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-are-your-top-three-pieces-to-buy-for-next-season/page/2#post-1334225 Mon, 18 Aug 2014 16:37:26 +0000 Suja 1334225@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Those red Matisse booties are on my list!&nbsp; Waving at Janet.&nbsp; Waiting for Austere August to pass to get those.</p> <p>I feel pretty good about where I am regarding statement pieces.&nbsp; I need more basic tops in black, white and other neutral colors, so that's what I will focus on.</p> <p>The one other piece that has been a HEWI for me is a knit off-white moto jacket to act as a cardigan replacement.&nbsp; I think I finally found one (see below).&nbsp; Yes, I am looking forward to the end of Austere August :)</p> <p> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-are-your-top-three-pieces-to-buy-for-next-season/page/2#post-1334097 Mon, 18 Aug 2014 14:24:35 +0000 texstyle 1334097@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>For me it's mostly shoes as I have most other territory covered, with the exception of maybe one or two wildcards.</p> <p>1. Oxfords or similar shoes in taupe or other light tan shade.<br />2.&nbsp; Fall sandals or other flats since it stays warm here until late November I need something slightly more covered but still cool<br />3.&nbsp; Already purchased The North Face fleece jacket in the baroque purple shade. I needed an everyday winter jacket that was a bit longer than my motos or other jackets. I sized up so I can wear this over sweaters.</p> <p>I know, it was only supposed to be three, but I already purchased Everlane cashmere sweater in a heathered taupe brown shade -- and can't wait to wear it.</p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-are-your-top-three-pieces-to-buy-for-next-season/page/2#post-1334035 Mon, 18 Aug 2014 13:23:15 +0000 viva 1334035@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>1. <b>longish coat </b>(considering this one from Zara but still on the fence)<br />2. <b>booties</b> (love these from Zara, definitely buying)<br />3. <b>good work shoes</b> for travel/long days (eyeing these silver loafers from JCrew and waiting for a % off)</p> <p>Also, a couple of sweaters, a couple of going-out tops, and a pair of skinny jeans. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-are-your-top-three-pieces-to-buy-for-next-season/page/2#post-1333895 Mon, 18 Aug 2014 04:11:01 +0000 Debbie 1333895@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I didn't have a thing on my list until I saw Tanya JCrew post.<br /> I really want this shirt but have to get through Aug. I would like to have that shirt to go over my leather striped leggings I bought at NAS. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-are-your-top-three-pieces-to-buy-for-next-season/page/2#post-1333820 Mon, 18 Aug 2014 01:56:59 +0000 pastrygirl 1333820@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I've been looking for a chunky knit slightly oversized non-wool/hair sweater in a shade of white, without banding at the bottom. I've looked for at least 2 years without success, but still hold out hope!</p> <p>I also want to replace gray cord skinnies with something else in dark gray, but not sure of the silhouette yet. Probably not skinnies!</p> <p>Jeans that don't suck the life out of me, or fall down without a belt. It seems it is one or the other! I prefer not to wear belts with jeans. I really still love the idea of the Rag &amp; Bone boyfriends, but I wish I could try a size or two up in person. My store doesn't have them, and I won't order such an expensive item without trying on first. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-are-your-top-three-pieces-to-buy-for-next-season/page/2#post-1333669 Sun, 17 Aug 2014 23:05:31 +0000 milehighstyle (Linda) 1333669@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I also picked up a few things at NAS - two dresses, a leather jacket, and silk Eileen Fisher pants (they weren't on sale, but are perfect). Things I am considering:<br /> A long camel wool vest from Mango<br /> Slouchy, tapered wool pants (haven't seen these yet and not sure that I will find them).<br /> Maybe a longer length red blazer or a red plaid skirt. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-are-your-top-three-pieces-to-buy-for-next-season/page/2#post-1333645 Sun, 17 Aug 2014 22:23:24 +0000 marisashelby26 1333645@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>This site has really inspired me to just update instead of feeling like I need a new wardrobe twice a year. So in that spirit, I took stock of my closet and <br />my top 3 are:<br />a new trench (which I just ordered)<br />an updated pencil skirt - Ann Taylor has a black lace pencil skirt I am eyeing)<br />new black cardigan</p> <p>I, too, would like a new handbag but I think I'm going to wait until spring/summer transition.</p> <p> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-are-your-top-three-pieces-to-buy-for-next-season/page/2#post-1333552 Sun, 17 Aug 2014 20:10:26 +0000 Sal 1333552@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>When Mo asked I said<br />Black silky tee (now purchased)<br />New handbag<br />Flat tan walking sandals</p> <p>I also was on the lookout for more toppers - I have bought a crayon pink blazer now which I adore madly.&nbsp;I have two dresses arriving today from an online shop that were heavily reduced. &nbsp;</p> <p>So my current three would be</p> <p>new handbag<br />flat walking sandals or similar (probably tan but maybe white)<br />shorts or culottes or lightweight pants</p> <p>I will be sticking to this list as we have a renovation and a holiday planned that are taking most of my budget. These posts help me focus.</p> <p>I will do a show and tell post once the dresses arrive:)</p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-are-your-top-three-pieces-to-buy-for-next-season/page/2#post-1333542 Sun, 17 Aug 2014 20:02:09 +0000 MRL 1333542@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>1. New black skirt to replace a recently "retired" one.<br />2. Sweater in a shorter, boxier fit <br />3. A pair of flat "beatle boots"<br />and 4. new pair of snow boots</p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-are-your-top-three-pieces-to-buy-for-next-season#post-1333517 Sun, 17 Aug 2014 19:31:50 +0000 E 1333517@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>The only need I'll have is if I move up north, I'll need a pair of snow-appropriate boots (I'm thinking LL Bean duck boots, because I love lace up ankle boots &amp; they have a light navy version this year, but I might need something even more gear-ish).</p> <p>So, reserving one slot for footwear (if I don't move, I'll add another pair anyway, just without as many weather constraints), my top 2 wants are probably dresses: I'd love to find a tropical wool sleeveless fit &amp; flare grey dress I could wear pinafore-style over long sleeve tops (this has been on my want list for years) and a long sleeve fit &amp; flare winter dress (either flannel or wool or something cosy like that) in any colour or neutral that flatters me. My style preferences&nbsp;and reliance on secondhand shopping pretty much rule out immediately adding new trends, but I love forest/pine green, so I hope that one trickles into thrift stores soon (I've been looking for something in that colour for years w/o success).</p> <p>I'll look forward to seeing what you end up adding! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-are-your-top-three-pieces-to-buy-for-next-season#post-1333482 Sun, 17 Aug 2014 18:47:28 +0000 Suzanne (ambergreen) 1333482@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Other than a couple of pairs of Fluevogs I don't actually need but will acquire anyway...my main 3 fall-season wardrobe update goals are: </p> <ul> <li>Get to the darned seamstress to have some things altered already! </li> <li>There is a gorgeous deep brownish-gold color I love that's rarely available, but it's popped up a little and I might be able to find a suitable sweater or other top in it this season.</li> <li>I'm open to dark greens should something nice show up.</li> </ul> <p>Mainly though I plan to SYC for now (other than any gems that get discovered in Seattle). </p> <p>@<b>Tanya</b><b></b> -- another blast from the 80s past, those plaid sweaters! I had a black-and-white one from Kenzo that I LOVED...and Mom promptly put the 100% wool item right through the wash. Can you say shrunken and thickly felted?</p> <p>I need to go find that wardrobe-tragedy whine I posted a while back and add that to the list. :(</p> <p>(ETA: I should also have on my fall-update list--a decent haircut! Heh. But then it's 4 things. :))</p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-are-your-top-three-pieces-to-buy-for-next-season#post-1333396 Sun, 17 Aug 2014 16:33:12 +0000 Anonymous 1333396@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I filled most of my wants at NAS...new coat and riding boots. I will probably need a new, fluid fit cashmere sweater or two to replace more fitted ones. I'd like a lux sweatshirt to wear with silk track pants and maybe something oatmeal colored. I wonder how an oatmeal out ensemble would look in place of white-out </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-are-your-top-three-pieces-to-buy-for-next-season#post-1333393 Sun, 17 Aug 2014 16:28:59 +0000 shedev 1333393@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Outerwear coat, asymmetric sweater, black tall boots. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-are-your-top-three-pieces-to-buy-for-next-season#post-1333373 Sun, 17 Aug 2014 16:06:29 +0000 Jen W 1333373@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I've just finished updating my early fall/indian summer wardrobe. I've been wardrobe building since last fall and I'm so excited to have some pieces already in the wardrobe to work with! I can't wait to get to the place where I can focus on a few statement pieces each season. Looking forward to seeing your choices Ingunn! I am on the lookout for a few items to beef up my late fall wardrobe.<br /> 1. A navy or grey casual jacket, preferably a bomber style that fits my longer torso.<br /> 2. A cool weather dress in grey in a cozy fabrication sans wool.<br /> 3. A large and luscious burgundy scarf.<br /> 4. Something in forest green since it would help some of my early fall/Indian summer pieces transition to color weather and it's a color I've been waiting for! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-are-your-top-three-pieces-to-buy-for-next-season#post-1333368 Sun, 17 Aug 2014 15:58:11 +0000 Mo 1333368@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I've had these listed for many, many months when I first assembled my year's shopping list. <ol> <li>bright colored wool coat (peacoat? car coat?)</li> <li>mixed media anorak/military jacket preferably with leather sleeves</li> <li>asymmetrical sweater, maybe sheer striped</li> </ol> &nbsp;I might not get these this year. It may be Jan or Feb or even fall of 2015 depending on my job situation when we move back home. &nbsp;I have several winter coats and sweaters and jackets waiting for me. &nbsp;I can do without them, so it'll be fine if I don't. &nbsp;I just&nbsp;<i>want</i> them. &nbsp;:) </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-are-your-top-three-pieces-to-buy-for-next-season#post-1333358 Sun, 17 Aug 2014 15:48:55 +0000 UmmLila (Lisa) 1333358@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>No rush on either of these, but light grey wool pants and a white jacket (maybe tuxedo style) </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-are-your-top-three-pieces-to-buy-for-next-season#post-1333357 Sun, 17 Aug 2014 15:48:16 +0000 Tanya 1333357@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I am lusting after the plaid Smythe jacket and Helmut Lang tuxedo jacket, but those are waay out of my budget so unless they go on significant sale that is not happening. <br />I don't really need anything, so it is more about wants, refreshers, and occasional inexpensive trendy piece.<br />The three pieces I would like to add for sure are a plaid sweater, a cashmere sweater in radiant orchid and black woven wool track pants if I manage to find them.&nbsp; <br />I am generally interested in adding knitwear, tops with new funnel necks, dark red and cognac booties, and perhaps a new puffer in color, as I have a black one. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-are-your-top-three-pieces-to-buy-for-next-season#post-1333354 Sun, 17 Aug 2014 15:46:03 +0000 JAileen 1333354@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Sorry, I have four:</p> <p>Nice grey pants<br /> Grey crossbody bag<br /> Highly elusive grey western boots<br /> Dressy blouses (I need one before next weekend!) </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-are-your-top-three-pieces-to-buy-for-next-season#post-1333351 Sun, 17 Aug 2014 15:39:03 +0000 Transcona Shannon 1333351@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I am hoping to add a winter weight dress with sleeves in a dark red/burgundy shade and a pair of oxfords in either black or ink. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-are-your-top-three-pieces-to-buy-for-next-season#post-1333311 Sun, 17 Aug 2014 15:09:34 +0000 retailgirl 1333311@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I bought a new coat last year, which replaced a black pea coat I bought in 1997! ( which I am keeping for really bad weather days because it's so warm). So I don't need that, I have plenty of shoes, don't need them. But: every year I do like to get at least one nice jacket and there's one on line at brooks brothers that I love, ( sorry, don't know how to do the link thing) but it's a grey houndstooth almost equestrian looking tailored jacket. But I'll wait until their friends and family or wardrobe sale in September. And, if I come across any nice glen plaid or black watch plaid pants, I'll get those. All my pants are solid and I'd like something in a pattern. That's all! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-are-your-top-three-pieces-to-buy-for-next-season#post-1333288 Sun, 17 Aug 2014 14:45:14 +0000 Angie 1333288@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Here are my thoughts on the subject:</p> <p><a rel="nofollow" href="http://youlookfab.com/2014/06/30/first-thoughts-on-personal-style-for-fall-2014/">http://youlookfab.com/2014/06/.....fall-2014/</a> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-are-your-top-three-pieces-to-buy-for-next-season#post-1333279 Sun, 17 Aug 2014 14:30:25 +0000 always trying 1333279@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Not much this season.&nbsp; already bought black low heel booties, and for fall or until cold weather black 3 inch heel caged sandals.</p> <p>will be shopping for tall brown&nbsp; boots, maybe a sweat shirt or two, black relaxed skinny jeans, and checking out wide leg pants of some sort. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-are-your-top-three-pieces-to-buy-for-next-season#post-1333267 Sun, 17 Aug 2014 14:05:40 +0000 Nicole D 1333267@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I want the red coat from Vince! &nbsp;But otherwise, my goal will be to SYC as long as possible. &nbsp;Maybe even til Christmas. &nbsp;See my post on closet culture shock.<br />I will enjoy watching others reach their fall closet goals!</p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-are-your-top-three-pieces-to-buy-for-next-season#post-1333254 Sun, 17 Aug 2014 13:32:33 +0000 Janet 1333254@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I like how thoughtful you all are being about your additions! I'm such an emotional/impulse shopper that you never know what I'll find and when... But I did get some great things before Austerity August that I'm anxious to wear when the temps drop. I'm quite set on "needs" other than a new silver belt to replace my old, falling-apart one, and another sports bra. </p> <p>However, I'm pretty besotted with the red version of the Matisse Nugent booties that Angie and I already have in animal print, as my preference for shoe heels is getting a little lower. I have tall dark red boots with 3+" heels, and I'm just not feeling those heel heights as much these days. The booties will serve a completely different purpose and work well with the bootcut jeans I'd like to wear again this fall and winter. </p> <p>I would also like to add something in forest green while the color is trending -- I had some old items in that color that no longer fit my style (fitted tee), so I'll be keeping an eye open for that. </p> <p>I am also open to finding one more handbag in a beautiful rich fall-winter color, but I'm prepared to be really, really picky about that -- it needs to be love. I have enough of a bag collection that its not a necessity. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-are-your-top-three-pieces-to-buy-for-next-season#post-1333243 Sun, 17 Aug 2014 13:13:08 +0000 Suz 1333243@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Great question, Ingunn, and I am looking forward to seeing what you end up choosing.&nbsp;</p> <p>Carla, I <b>LOVE</b> your photos! So inspirational! And those items will look amazing on you!</p> <p>I've just made some purchases at the NAS sale, including underthings and PJs,&nbsp;&nbsp;and so I don't have many <b>needs</b> for the fall and winter -- at the moment. But I am keeping my eyes open for some upgrades and/ or additional items to round out important capsules. &nbsp;But I can be PPP for all of these.</p> <ul> <li>One <b>actual</b> need is footwear for the gym -- I need outdoor trail runners and some new indoor shoes, although the indoor shoes can wait for a while.&nbsp;</li> <li>Another is a warm toque or beanie and some new gloves.&nbsp;</li> </ul> <br />&nbsp;<b>Wants that would become part of my core wardrobe</b>&nbsp;include:&nbsp;</p> <ul> <li>A new coat to round out my winter coat capsule. It could be a puffer in a colour, or it could be another wool coat in a different colour and cut. Currently I have 2 wool coats (one warmer and one less warm) and a steel grey puffer. So this is not a necessity.&nbsp;But I'd love to add to the capsule since I wear a winter coat every day for about 6 months.&nbsp;&nbsp;</li> <li>A pair of refined taupe booties. I still have my Report Marks "Dicker" knockoffs, but they are more a warm weather bootie for me.&nbsp;</li> <li>A new bag that works with my red coat and my other coats. Not sure what colour or style yet. This is a bit of a HEWI.</li> <li>A pair of flat equestrienne style boots, possibly not in black. Perhaps in taupe, cognac, grey...I am open on that. Also a HEWI.</li> </ul> <br /><b>Wants that are in the "fun to have" category</b> to add a bit of spice and variety:</p> <ul> <li>A new patterned topper from Zara or similar -- something different and a bit trendy.</li> <li>Culottes? I will try them.&nbsp;</li> <li>Whatever other inexpensive trend that catches my fancy and perhaps works well with the rest of the closet.&nbsp;</li> </ul> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-are-your-top-three-pieces-to-buy-for-next-season#post-1333232 Sun, 17 Aug 2014 12:31:54 +0000 Ingunn 1333232@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>DEB, you are so right, that is our prerogative I love the idea of a patterned dress for myself, too. Yours sounds wonderful. New shoes and bags are the best way to update anything in my opinion.</p> <p>RoseandJoan, I'm thinking about adding a very long cardigan in grey. They are all the craze here right now, which means everybody have one. I also love the idea of cream and white in skirts and pants&nbsp;for winter.</p> <p>Gigi, I love your list. A navy v-neck is indispensable for me, and I hope the one I have will last at least one more season.</p> <p>citygirldc, grey is so versatile. I bought a fluid grey cashmere sweater this summer, and I'm in love.&nbsp;</p> <p>Dianthus, pant suits are so attractive and I adore todays fashion of styling them with sporty footwear and tees. A quick change into a shell and pumps, and the look is something quite different. I have one in black and one in navy, and I would love to have a grey one, too. Or pinstripes! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-are-your-top-three-pieces-to-buy-for-next-season#post-1333224 Sun, 17 Aug 2014 12:04:48 +0000 cheryle (Dianthus) 1333224@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I couldn't think of a thing when I first read the post. &nbsp;And then I saw the suit Carla posted and it reminded me that I have wanted a pant suit for a few years but haven't found the right one. &nbsp;I have gone from grey to navy and back a few times but it is on my list in perpetuity. &nbsp;</p> <p>Our winters are so long and our summers so short that I find it hard to change focus before the weather starts to change. &nbsp;I have enough coats and boots/booties. &nbsp;I would like to get wider leg pants but worry about the snow and wet with them. &nbsp;Perhaps I am in the same boat as you Ingunn and don't need a lot.</p> <p>I plan to keep this thread in mind to see if I can be inspired by others' needs and wants. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-are-your-top-three-pieces-to-buy-for-next-season#post-1333219 Sun, 17 Aug 2014 11:30:11 +0000 citygirldc 1333219@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Top 5 for me:</p> <p>1. New winter coat<br /> 2. Gray sweater<br /> 3. New booties<br /> 4. Gray leather jacket<br /> 5. Forest green or burgundy anything </p>