https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/whats-on-your-springsummer-shopping-list Style Advice for Fashion Lovers en-US Wed, 13 May 2026 00:33:50 +0000 http://bbpress.org/?v=1.0.2 q https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/search.php https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/whats-on-your-springsummer-shopping-list/page/2#post-524849 Sun, 29 Jan 2012 19:27:20 +0000 MsMary 524849@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Orange jeans, for sure! And I am dying for a cobalt blazer I can wear to work. More skirts in fun colors. And maybe a darker denim shirt. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/whats-on-your-springsummer-shopping-list/page/2#post-524726 Sun, 29 Jan 2012 16:14:02 +0000 maharani 524726@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Spring bag (not white) maybe turquoise-I know orange is in but I cannot wear it<br /> 1 pair of pumps in a color (2 inch heel)<br /> long sleeve button down or blouse in a color (turquoise), considering custom made<br /> tweed suit<br /> bras (2)<br /> 1 pair brown/burgundy/navy dress pants in a good fabrication<br /> cardigan, in a spring color, to wear with lbd-turquoise again would work well<br /> black skinny jeans, hemmed for a flat or low heel<br /> jean skirt<br /> new tee shirts (black/white/turquoise)<br /> Spring trench (not black)<br /> a new sari! Satya Paul of course!</p> <p>I probably wont get ALL of these but any would help. I use an Excel spreadsheet to track my capsule wardrobes and plan my shopping. My list is work focused as that is where I spend most of my time-I do a fair amount of business travel too, so developing a travel capsule is essential (I had to fly out of town for the day last Tuesday-I managed to put together a meeting appropriate outfit I could fly in). However, there are some casual options. I am seriously thinking about having something custom made soon-either a shirt or another black pencil skirt as what is out there is just so bad and shirts in particular fit poorly/are badly made. I keep my clothes forever so buy as classic as possible. The dress pants will be a challenge-there only seems to be black and grey out there, or very dull alternatives that again fit poorly-another custom sew candidate. This was a good exercise-I will refine my Spring list further and try to define my must haves for the season!! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/whats-on-your-springsummer-shopping-list/page/2#post-524720 Sun, 29 Jan 2012 16:11:15 +0000 HelenInCanada 524720@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I'm trying the triple P method - so I hope I'm MUCH more selective and discerning when shopping. I usually go nuts and buy up everything that catches my eye (within budget limits, natch!) And no more black pants. Lord knows I have too many and I am sick to death of them!</p> <p>So. I'm hoping for a fun pair of loose printed pants, harem-style pants (no idea why, but I just adore them! Haven't worn a pair since the 80s, though!), some new drapey t-s in bright colours, and a great stretchy mid-width belt. Also, a new Y-shape necklace - I find it's the most flattering necklace for me. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/whats-on-your-springsummer-shopping-list/page/2#post-524715 Sun, 29 Jan 2012 16:05:46 +0000 Lisa 524715@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>My wish list is centered mostly around footwear and the need to cover up my surgery scar on my foot:</p> <p>-fashion sneaker in white<br /> -blue flat that can be worn with socks not sure what style to get<br /> -black flat for skinny jeans, maybe the new slipper shoes I keep seeing?<br /> -neutral colored oxford<br /> -light colored short boot for jeans</p> <p>Also I'm looking for:<br /> -replacement black shirtdress in short sleeves<br /> -replacement denim Bermuda shorts<br /> -light color cropped blazer<br /> -cardigan in a non neutral color<br /> -cropped denim jacket for dresses </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/whats-on-your-springsummer-shopping-list/page/2#post-524682 Sun, 29 Jan 2012 15:19:37 +0000 Louise 524682@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I'm with Butterfylady I look out of the window and just the thought of Spring clothes makes me shiver!</p> <p>I'm on the lookout for a longer length raincoat- does anyone else not *get* hip length raincoats? if it's raining I don't just want my top half to be dry!<br /> A cropped topper either a jacket or cardi<br /> Dresses- leggings are on a sticky wicket at work at the moment! Though it seems to be with short tops, leggings as pants were rife!! I haven't had *the chat* yet as mine are much longer but even so I'm not going to count my chickens!!<br /> Trousers and Skirts see above leggings reason x </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/whats-on-your-springsummer-shopping-list/page/2#post-524678 Sun, 29 Jan 2012 15:16:20 +0000 nancylee 524678@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>My apologies to all the YLFers in the southern hemisphere, and many thanks for chiming in! I wasn't even considering your "summer" needs and how different they are from us northern hemispherians (is that even a word?). </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/whats-on-your-springsummer-shopping-list/page/2#post-524613 Sun, 29 Jan 2012 12:58:35 +0000 anne 524613@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Deborah I'd love to see your blue jersey dress and the checked shirts (esp since I didn't buy any woven tops, and it is a slight wardrobe hole). Have you already posted pictures of them? </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/whats-on-your-springsummer-shopping-list/page/2#post-524612 Sun, 29 Jan 2012 12:53:51 +0000 ButterflyLady 524612@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>We have some weather from Siberia on its way to the UK, so it's a bit early to be thinking about this, but so far on my list I have :-</p> <p>White jeans (straight, I think)<br /> Nude sandals (2 inch heel)<br /> Woven, colourful tops<br /> A couple of skirts<br /> A summer dress, sleeveless, but not strappy </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/whats-on-your-springsummer-shopping-list/page/2#post-524556 Sun, 29 Jan 2012 09:32:33 +0000 Deborah 524556@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>As Anne said we are in the middle of a very hot summer now. So I have bought the following to help me get through the high temps:</p> <p>2 straight cotton, just above the knee length skirts<br /> Bright blue clam diggers<br /> Black straight leg pants<br /> 2 x 3/4 sleeve checked shirts (one black and white the other pale blue and white)<br /> Blue jersey dress<br /> 2 black casual t shirt type tops</p> <p>These all work with tops and bottoms already in my closet and have given my casual summer wardrobe a boost. (my work wardrobe was already quite well established). </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/whats-on-your-springsummer-shopping-list#post-524548 Sun, 29 Jan 2012 09:02:40 +0000 anne 524548@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>well not much, seeing as it is in the middle of the Australian summer (at least 2 months of hot weather to come) and I have nearly finished my shopping. Infact I basically have stopped, unless something turns up serendipitously.<br /> In answer to Angie's question comparing our lists with what we actually got, here is mine - my list is only remembered though, so may be a bit inaccurate</p> <p>On my List</p> <p>casual knit dresses - yes bought my cobalt midi, made a striped tank dress<br /> white skirt - yes, sewed one<br /> swimming coverup - no, didn''t get around to this<br /> casual woven tops - no<br /> everyday flat sandals - yes, though it too me two goes (I bought 2 pairs, as the first one had 2 high a heel)</p> <p>purchased but not on list<br /> -navy tunic (bought to make up the amount so I could order sandals, but turned out to be a real favourite)<br /> -cobalt t shirt<br /> - striped tank</p> <p>plus<br /> pink cowl neck tank - had bought and cut out the material last summer, but needed to buy the right thread to actually sew it<br /> turquoise long line ruffle tunic - bought ahead of time in last years end of summer clearance </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/whats-on-your-springsummer-shopping-list#post-524520 Sun, 29 Jan 2012 07:25:26 +0000 Scarlet 524520@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I would really like to find a great blazer to make me feel authoritative sometimes Also some more blouses would be great. I find that blouses these days are great outfit completers. Oh yes, I would love to find a killer red wallet. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/whats-on-your-springsummer-shopping-list#post-524503 Sun, 29 Jan 2012 06:21:23 +0000 Marley 524503@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>This is my "fantasy list" because I am SYC!</p> <p>Color and patterned woven tops in blues, greens, periwinkle, (you get the idea?)<br /> Handbag in orange or red<br /> midi skirt<br /> midi dress<br /> shorts in navy or dark blue<br /> cobalt top </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/whats-on-your-springsummer-shopping-list#post-524493 Sun, 29 Jan 2012 05:54:38 +0000 Laura (rhubarbgirl) 524493@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I usually don't make a real list until I pull out my warm weather clothes and see what's missing or needs to be replaced. But off the top of my head:</p> <p>everyday sneaks<br /> white jeans (have to check the status of my old pair first)<br /> colored jeans or crops (have been looking for these since before last summer)<br /> short sleeved knit tops that are long enough in the body<br /> probably some sandals, but I have no idea </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/whats-on-your-springsummer-shopping-list#post-524432 Sun, 29 Jan 2012 03:20:11 +0000 nancylee 524432@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Great lists, everyone! </p> <p>Claire, I had forgotten about cage sandals! They were on my list last summer and I never got them. Hmmm. I think my wish list just got longer. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/whats-on-your-springsummer-shopping-list#post-524354 Sun, 29 Jan 2012 01:39:14 +0000 qfbrenda 524354@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>machanteuse, you might consider clam digger length like this post talks about: <a href="http://youlookfab.com/2008/07/23/mom-on-the-go-flop-proof-outfit-1/" rel="nofollow">http://youlookfab.com/2008/07/.....-outfit-1/</a></p> <p>I love threads like this. I'm a list maker. :D</p> <p>Two things that were on my list 2 weeks ago are no longer! I have a summer bag and 2 denim jackets now... one for pants and another for skirts. Yay!</p> <p>Other things on my list:</p> <p>Fossil satchel<br /> brown leather watch<br /> red or black/gray graphic scarf<br /> nude heels<br /> snake skin wedges<br /> black ponte knit dress... yes, a specific one :)<br /> J Crew red gingham shirt, or other similar one<br /> Converse.... black?<br /> 2-3 summer tops in winter colors<br /> 1 pair leggings to shorten to cropped length<br /> bracelets.... wood bangle, turquoise, charm styles </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/whats-on-your-springsummer-shopping-list#post-524322 Sun, 29 Jan 2012 00:46:20 +0000 Jjsloane 524322@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>So nice to dream (and I'm sure I'll be surprised at what I actually end up buying in the end)<br /> Bright blazer (Orange or Kelly Green is my current thought)<br /> Khaki Work Pants<br /> Colorful Spring Trench<br /> Bag that is bigger than the one I have now but not as big as the last one I got maybe Orange or white (or other color if it's the right bag)<br /> Orange pants </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/whats-on-your-springsummer-shopping-list#post-524313 Sun, 29 Jan 2012 00:38:25 +0000 machanteuse (Lori) 524313@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I was just thinking about this since reading this thread and realizing, since I've lost weight I'm going to need *everything* this year. Not to mention that I am a recovering capri pant addict - my efforts to be more stylish are going to be a lot harder in warmer weather!</p> <p>The things I know I want:<br /> - white jeans<br /> - print skirts<br /> - a couple casual dresses<br /> - cropped pants that are actually stylish, assuming such things exist, LOL<br /> - bermuda shorts<br /> - new sandals - so hard to find nice ones for XW feet! Sigh. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/whats-on-your-springsummer-shopping-list#post-524287 Sun, 29 Jan 2012 00:15:49 +0000 Kristine 524287@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Light colored boots for transition<br /> Light colored suit<br /> Bright blazer<br /> Graphic or bright blouse<br /> Striped t or light sweater, replace worn one<br /> Loafers, red?<br /> Colorful trench, H and M red?<br /> Something golden yellow or orange </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/whats-on-your-springsummer-shopping-list#post-524282 Sun, 29 Jan 2012 00:12:33 +0000 Elly 524282@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Oh gosh-- everyone is gearing up for spring and I still have almost 4 months of snow (or maybe just cold because this is the driest year in many--- my skin hates it and we could be in for wildfires). I honestly am still adding to my winter list, but I do have a few spring/summer things in mind. </p> <p>Jean jacket (I have two summer dresses that need one)<br /> Jack purcells to wear with jeans, shorts, and skirts<br /> Flat sandals (ideally to wear with everything, but possibly a flatter pair for shorts and a more dressy pair for skirts-- sometimes there is no one good option)<br /> Mid-thigh or longer denim shorts (strictly casual, but I haven't had a pair in years)<br /> Striped sailor tee<br /> cotton olive military jacket<br /> straight legged jeans hemmed for flat shoes<br /> breezy button down or two<br /> straw panama or fedora style hat<br /> new swimsuit for the lake/hot springs<br /> new lap suit </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/whats-on-your-springsummer-shopping-list#post-524171 Sat, 28 Jan 2012 23:02:20 +0000 Kyle 524171@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Something in a beautiful fresh spring green. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/whats-on-your-springsummer-shopping-list#post-524154 Sat, 28 Jan 2012 22:55:18 +0000 Mander 524154@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Let's see, I don't really need much since we don't get that much warm weather here, usually. However, I would like the following:</p> <p>- white collarless cotton blouse<br /> - shirt dress in a light color<br /> - decent, versatile walking sandals<br /> - summery purse?<br /> - sundress, perhaps</p> <p>I'm sure there are other things, but the sandals are the most pressing. I don't have any that are good for walking any farther than around the block.</p> <p>ETA: I'd also like a short shower proof trench coat in a fun color. I have a beige one that will do in a pinch but I'd prefer a nice vivid aqua or similar. Or one of those famous Prarie Underground ones... Sigh... They will likely never be in my budget. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/whats-on-your-springsummer-shopping-list#post-524048 Sat, 28 Jan 2012 21:41:06 +0000 fauxpas 524048@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>A white cardigan<br /> A cropped black fitted blazer<br /> skirts (one bright pencil, one A-line in neutral color)<br /> 2-3 spirng/summer sheaths<br /> One pair of bright heeled sandals<br /> One pair of gold flats/loafers (they are on their way)</p> <p>And.....one surprise that I don't even know I want...those are the best! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/whats-on-your-springsummer-shopping-list#post-523938 Sat, 28 Jan 2012 20:18:12 +0000 Suz 523938@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Hmmm. It's early for me to think about this. But I know I want a trench coat. </p> <p>I would also like a striped Breton type top and a new handbag. And a denim shirt. Oh, and a denim skirt, too, if I find the right one. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/whats-on-your-springsummer-shopping-list#post-523932 Sat, 28 Jan 2012 20:15:00 +0000 Astrid 523932@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Here's mine!</p> <p>I want to buy:</p> <p>- new tops (tees, blouses, sweaters ...)<br /> - comfortable versatile sandals for walking the whole day<br /> - Oxfords</p> <p>I want to sew:</p> <p>- skirt<br /> - shorts<br /> - summer cotton handbag</p> <p>I already have patterns that I think might work for all of these. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/whats-on-your-springsummer-shopping-list#post-523926 Sat, 28 Jan 2012 20:10:13 +0000 Jewell 523926@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>-comfy flats in a vibrant color or a cool print<br /> -cropped black cardigan<br /> -navy handbag<br /> -new scarves (I'm eyeing one in the Jason Wu for Target collection)<br /> -something striped</p> <p>I already purchased a silver floral necklace and a navy floral printed silk skirt. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/whats-on-your-springsummer-shopping-list#post-523907 Sat, 28 Jan 2012 19:52:42 +0000 cheryl 523907@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>This a spring/summer list off the top of my head. </p> <p>Aqua socks and large bright tote for the beach.<br /> Bright bootleg jeans in either green, orange or cobalt.<br /> Denim shorts<br /> Hobo bag in a bright color<br /> Cute tennies </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/whats-on-your-springsummer-shopping-list#post-523723 Sat, 28 Jan 2012 17:42:16 +0000 Transcona Shannon 523723@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>- white bootcut jeans<br /> - brightly coloured blazer (either green or red)<br /> - orange satchel purse<br /> - nude pumps<br /> - coloured loafers<br /> - 2-3 day dresses for work </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/whats-on-your-springsummer-shopping-list#post-523698 Sat, 28 Jan 2012 17:20:49 +0000 Jonesy 523698@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Uh, snakeskin booties? Also, some dressy flat loafers (high five Angie!), patterned pants, and a lightweight yet sturdy spring overcoat that's not a trench, not an anorak, not solid black (I could do a print), has long enough sleeves, etc. etc. A very elusive object, come to find out! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/whats-on-your-springsummer-shopping-list#post-523682 Sat, 28 Jan 2012 17:04:37 +0000 Angie 523682@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>It's always interesting to read your lists, ladies. Do you ever compare them to what you *actually* end up purchasing in a season? </p> <p>My list:</p> <p>- COLOUR!!!<br /> - Soft boxy blouses<br /> - Soft trousers<br /> - Dressy flat loafers (I've found the ones I want and hope that they are comfy) </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/whats-on-your-springsummer-shopping-list#post-523666 Sat, 28 Jan 2012 16:45:04 +0000 Isabel 523666@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I need an almost entirely new wardrobe...so my goal is two things : get some basics for me and to learn to have a smaller wardrobe. This is minor season for me.</p> <p>White skinny jeans<br /> white clam digger<br /> Denim walking shorts<br /> 2 woven, lightweight knee-length skirts ( in prints )<br /> 1 or 2 lightweight dress or shifts</p> <p>I will get some cheapo tops, but I have some billowy ones from last year that will make it. I want the pants for Spring too. </p>