https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-is-your-overlooked-store Style Advice for Fashion Lovers en-US Mon, 20 Apr 2026 17:40:42 +0000 http://bbpress.org/?v=1.0.2 q https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/search.php https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-is-your-overlooked-store/page/2#post-2003867 Tue, 19 Feb 2019 03:41:51 +0000 Laura (rhubarbgirl) 2003867@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I just stopped by JCPenney today and they are<b> killing it</b> - lots of options from workout gear to casual to suiting, and in petite, regular, tall, and plus for most items. I've got a lot of things from them over the years that I really wear and have had a long time. (I really really hope they can manage to stay in business.) </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-is-your-overlooked-store#post-2003662 Mon, 18 Feb 2019 05:43:37 +0000 Greyscale 2003662@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Not exactly an overlooked store, but I forget that Nordstrom is a great place to find Madewell clothes that are sold out in my size at Madewell itself. And the Nordstrom web experience is easier - I can find my size, my color, and even see if they have it at my local store.</p> <p>I stop by the shoe section of our Nordstrom pretty regularly, and sometimes I go up one floor to browse the designer things that are out of my price range. But I rarely go up another floor to the jeans + younger people brands (I think this is the tbd department?). I did that today and I found all sorts of things I wouldn't have noticed online! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-is-your-overlooked-store#post-2003630 Mon, 18 Feb 2019 01:58:27 +0000 Gretchen 2003630@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Wow, fabulous responses.&nbsp;</p> <p>Funny to see so many people saying they overlook Macy's, or Bloomies... maybe because we've found our "preferred" department store and stick to it? (In my world, Bloomies is where you shop for MAJOR dresses, so not someplace I check for a regular shopping experience).&nbsp;</p> <p><b>Suz and Carla</b> - good to hear about Canadian brands as well.</p> <p><b>Christina and Angie</b> - I agree on Madewell. It's a sea of bland. But now that beige is trending, maybe it's worth another visit?</p> <p><b>kkards</b> - I'm with you on Amazon. It's a lot of work to browse.</p> <p>Thanks also for the shout outs for thrifting!&nbsp; Definitely an area that I overlook often! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-is-your-overlooked-store#post-2003587 Sun, 17 Feb 2019 22:06:54 +0000 unfrumped 2003587@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Well, there are tons of brand that are on- line only for me and I don’t cruise them regularly. </p> <p>But there is s local boutique here that carries a few items in each of multiple brands/ designers, a very curated store, most of which does not work for my lifestyle BUT occasionally there is something really fun and interesting— have gotten maybe 3 - 4 items over the years. Some are things I can’t even find online so I think are from small boutique lines also. There’s not a log of depth in sizes and I balk at some of the full prices, but need to look there seasonally or maybe every couple months when their inventory changes and not be “ sale rack” oriented, but see if something is just super good that doesn’t cross my path normally. Also sons of the style spark my outfit creativity or, “ this is a direction I’d like to go in”. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-is-your-overlooked-store#post-2003399 Sat, 16 Feb 2019 23:31:27 +0000 WitchyD 2003399@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Macy's.&nbsp;<br />I just went into a Macy's for the first time in like 12 years. &nbsp;I think I just can't find things in there and/or I have another more regional department store with better prices I typically hit.&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-is-your-overlooked-store#post-2003287 Sat, 16 Feb 2019 15:59:33 +0000 Christina F. 2003287@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Angie’s reply reminds me that I overlook Madewell because of the colors. I’ve gotten a couple of things I like from there, though. But their usual color story puts me to sleep. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-is-your-overlooked-store#post-2003279 Sat, 16 Feb 2019 14:50:17 +0000 Melissa 2003279@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Ann Taylor is great for professional clothes when you look on the sale rack! I also like Nordstrom Rack because it's quality and you can get a lot of $20 and $30 items that are great. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-is-your-overlooked-store#post-2003265 Sat, 16 Feb 2019 13:26:33 +0000 April 2003265@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Club Monaco is one I often forget to check.&nbsp;&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-is-your-overlooked-store#post-2003258 Sat, 16 Feb 2019 12:43:50 +0000 Gail 2003258@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I overlook Bloomingdales as I don't have one close by, I don't have a Nordies either but I shop on line with them not sure why I don't do the same with Bloomies:( </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-is-your-overlooked-store#post-2003254 Sat, 16 Feb 2019 12:30:42 +0000 nemosmom 2003254@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Another recent convert and big fan of LLbean’s Tees. They are great weight and wash/wear well. </p> <p>I found a few trendy, fun pieces of decent quality at Abercrombie during a mall stroll. And, with all the folks jumping on the Kon Mari bandwagon, there’s been a wave of good stuff at local thrift shops. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-is-your-overlooked-store#post-2003217 Sat, 16 Feb 2019 05:53:50 +0000 Suz 2003217@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I'm with <b>Carla</b>. I completely overlook <b>Simon'</b>s. I've shopped in person in Montreal and Quebec City but feel nervous about online purchasing since I don't know the sizing of the house brands and didn't have nearby brick and mortar. But now I have one closer (in West Van) so I might try it out. Uh...if I remember.&nbsp;</p> <p>There are stores I tend not to shop because of sizing, style, or quality issues, and others I don't bother with because I can't manage returns easily.&nbsp;</p> <p><div></p> <p></div> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-is-your-overlooked-store#post-2003216 Sat, 16 Feb 2019 05:33:06 +0000 Irina 2003216@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Ann Taylor- they carry too many synthetic fabrics. Loft - quality is not great. But mostly because it is not my style.<br /> I find Nordstrom is too expensive for me, i’m there often for my alterations but unable to find anything I’d like in my price range.<br /> I overlooked Uniqlo, reminded myself early in January to go and buy t-shirts. But sadly it is not petite friendly. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-is-your-overlooked-store#post-2003167 Sat, 16 Feb 2019 00:26:46 +0000 elpgal 2003167@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>A word of warning about Lands End. Their quality on several items has deteriorated quite a bit and with so many Sears closing, it is hard to do B&amp;M returns. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-is-your-overlooked-store#post-2003068 Fri, 15 Feb 2019 18:36:28 +0000 Carla 2003068@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Simon's - a Canadian department store. I've shopped the Ottawa store and been impressed (and spend $). Though not quite as upscale as Nordstroms, much better than The Bay. However, there isn't a B+M near me, and I forget them when looking online. </p> <p>I've never shopped Old Navy, and find Gap, JCrew, Massimo Dutti generally run too narrow/slender for me. I used to shop Club Monocco, but when they went to a black/grey/blush palate - I stopped popping in.</p> <p>I do love a big 'ole department store like Nordstroms and The Bay for B+M shopping. Used to shop Sears regularly. Does JCPenny's still exist in the US? </p> <p>Shout out for thrifting, too! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-is-your-overlooked-store#post-2003058 Fri, 15 Feb 2019 18:03:23 +0000 Diana 2003058@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I agree with Macys. &nbsp;I've found some solid stuff there and they have good deals, but unfortunately the shopping experience leaves a lot to be desired. &nbsp;Both online and B&amp;M Macys are unpleasant for me to shop at!&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-is-your-overlooked-store#post-2003054 Fri, 15 Feb 2019 17:53:27 +0000 kkards 2003054@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>actually Amazon....i just never think of it because honestly i think its sooo hard to shop that i only go there if i have a very specific something or have found something thru another source or google shop&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-is-your-overlooked-store#post-2002985 Fri, 15 Feb 2019 15:22:03 +0000 Anonymous 2002985@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I have found some good scores at Macys, and can return irl, but I wish theyd show the available colors like Nordstroms does online-instead of having to click each potential item! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-is-your-overlooked-store#post-2002983 Fri, 15 Feb 2019 15:20:45 +0000 Angie 2002983@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Great question, <b>Gretchen</b>. I'm with <b>Rachy </b>-<i> Bloomies,</i> because of Nordies, and I'm a Seattle local.&nbsp;</p> <p>I also overlook <i>Massimo Dutti </i>- but the colours are soooooo neutral, which puts me off a lot of the time.</p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-is-your-overlooked-store#post-2002973 Fri, 15 Feb 2019 14:57:48 +0000 Christina F. 2002973@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Macy's, until recently I went off them after a couple of shipping problems that they resolved but only in a rude manner. I've tried again recently with some success. I usually want to use them if they have a good deal on a specific item I'm looking for. That said, I hate going to my "local" Macy's, the Herald Square flagship, for returns. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-is-your-overlooked-store#post-2002944 Fri, 15 Feb 2019 13:52:03 +0000 Bijou 2002944@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>We have two department stores in Australia, David Jones and Myer. Unfortunately the Myer stores seem run down and not well staffed, so if I need to go to a department store, it is always David Jones for me. It is a shame, because when I was a university student, I had a part time job at Myer, so my loyalty for many years was to Myer. Over time, Myer stores and service has deteriorated and they wonder why their sales have fallen.... </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-is-your-overlooked-store#post-2002942 Fri, 15 Feb 2019 13:43:26 +0000 Janet 2002942@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Joking aside, I think Boden and WH/BM might be mine. I don’t often connect with the offerings in WH/BM, but I got some fab dresses from them and a great pair of pants. And Boden’s styles are a bit too preppy for me and their colors and prints are generally not my thing, but I love the two sweaters (same cut, two different colors) I got from them, so they are now on my radar for knitwear. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-is-your-overlooked-store#post-2002934 Fri, 15 Feb 2019 13:32:54 +0000 Jessikams 2002934@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I rarely enter a Gap outlet store, but the few items from there have been workhorses: workout gear, denim overalls, sleepwear. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-is-your-overlooked-store#post-2002856 Fri, 15 Feb 2019 06:01:41 +0000 Gigi 2002856@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I'm with&nbsp;<b>Joy...</b>I'm sized out so much of the time that most stores are off my radar permanently.</p> <p>But there are a few places that I have found gems at that I don't normally shop: Macy's and Loft come to mind. I found a really great wrap dress at Loft last year that was a workhorse. And I've gotten some nice coats and shoes at Macy's. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-is-your-overlooked-store#post-2002846 Fri, 15 Feb 2019 04:36:24 +0000 Alicewonderland 2002846@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>lL bean for t shirts, striped Breton type shirts and striped dresses. Boring stuff that you are tempted to just pick up at any store. Quality is great, fabric very substantial. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-is-your-overlooked-store#post-2002843 Fri, 15 Feb 2019 04:19:13 +0000 ChristelJ 2002843@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Although it's not really a match to my aesthetic overall, Eddie Bauer has been the source of some of my most well made and loved cotton cardigans. Also used to have great cotton tank tops. Not sure if they still do... </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-is-your-overlooked-store#post-2002835 Fri, 15 Feb 2019 04:09:53 +0000 Janet 2002835@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Hmm, I don’t know — I guess I’m overlooking it! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-is-your-overlooked-store#post-2002831 Fri, 15 Feb 2019 04:06:58 +0000 DonnaF 2002831@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>White House Black Market. They sell Petites but I don’t think I have ever stepped inside although I think they are reasonably convenient to where I make my many Nordstrom returns. Probably 95% of my purchases are Nordstrom online, and I am too lazy to look elsewhere. If I had a MOTB dress to buy, however, I would leave no retail stone unturned. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-is-your-overlooked-store#post-2002802 Fri, 15 Feb 2019 03:07:18 +0000 cjh 2002802@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Loft. It’s a bit off my beaten track, but still B&amp;M in my town, and doesn’t always have something that appeals to me, but when I do get something there, it lasts well and becomes a favorite in my wardrobe. That said, the items aren’t my essentials - more like smart casual occasion pieces. Maybe that’s why I skip over it many times. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-is-your-overlooked-store#post-2002793 Fri, 15 Feb 2019 02:46:17 +0000 rachylou 2002793@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I just remembered Bloomingdales this year (!) </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-is-your-overlooked-store#post-2002785 Fri, 15 Feb 2019 02:36:42 +0000 Anonymous 2002785@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I forget our local tractor supply store and White House-Black Market. I am sized out of so many store that I have stopped looking. Too big. Lands End is one of those. </p>