https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/where-to-put-the-money Style Advice for Fashion Lovers en-US Thu, 09 Apr 2026 19:58:27 +0000 http://bbpress.org/?v=1.0.2 q https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/search.php https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/where-to-put-the-money/page/2#post-1460946 Sat, 21 Mar 2015 17:27:52 +0000 viva 1460946@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Denim purge this week and 15 percent off Anthro today. Both led to new buys. I have purchased dark blue cropped straight jeans from Uniglo - not flared and not high-waisted but $39 and if they fit well the color and shape will be great this spring. I also ordered a top from their Ines collection to try ($19). And I ordered the coral/red Anthro sandals (15 percent off). We shall see. </p> <p>Unfrumped: thank you for those Finds. I actually own that BR jacket and I love it. And I have a similar JCrew jacket to the first - I have mixed feelings about it, it's a bit boxier than this one, but it may work well in my evolving look.</p> <p>E: thanks for those ideas for less expensive blouses. I am holding off on the blouse now because I have a couple of feminine blouses and I've just spent April's budget. But I especially love the phrase "casual glamour" which may really help focus me this spring.</p> <p>Cocolion: I love the sandals and jeans you posted but all are just too spendy for my current budget. I am hoping the coral sandals work. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/where-to-put-the-money/page/2#post-1459912 Thu, 19 Mar 2015 22:46:11 +0000 CocoLion 1459912@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>A vote for the Chie Mihara sandals. &nbsp;They are block-y plus I love the color for Spring. &nbsp;The straps are neutral so they will go with everything while the splash of yellow color will add some brightness to the most ton sur ton outfit you wear.</p> <p>As for jeans, have you thought of these?</p> <p>I like the Madewell wrap jacket too.</p> <p>The sandals, the jeans and the jacket would be my vote for where to spend your money because they are each a game/silhouette changer. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/where-to-put-the-money/page/2#post-1459900 Thu, 19 Mar 2015 22:31:58 +0000 E 1459900@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Oh fun! I love the casual glamour that the outfit &amp; your finds seem to have, and reading the back &amp; forth in the thread was enlightening. I just have one suggestion for you.</p> <p>You might be able to pick up a suitable silk blouse secondhand. I popped over to Like Twice, searched 'silk' and limited it to J Crew tops, and came up with <a rel="nofollow" href="https://www.liketwice.com/shop/#!/?search=silk&amp;sort=most-relevant&amp;num-per-page=null&amp;brand=jcrew&amp;category=tops">quite a few</a>. None have the bow tie, and I'm not sure of your size,&nbsp;&nbsp;but here's a <a rel="nofollow" href="https://www.liketwice.com/jcrew-tan-solid-collared-top-4363615500/">solid black one,</a>&nbsp;a <a rel="nofollow" href="https://www.liketwice.com/jcrew-black-print-blouse-0330942793/">print</a>, or a <a rel="nofollow" href="https://www.liketwice.com/jcrew-tan-solid-collared-top-4363615500/">cream one</a>. They all have a price point around $25, which would definitely help your budget! And Like Twice is easier to navigate than the wilds of Ebay. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/where-to-put-the-money/page/2#post-1459872 Thu, 19 Mar 2015 21:58:21 +0000 unfrumped 1459872@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Right now I am working these 2 jackets into work outfits. The first is the more feminine style I am referring to, though not the only such type, while the second reads much more tailored-classic. #2 I got because it has been hard to find this color and fit in a year-round wool fabrication, so I just bit the bullet even though I might have liked a lower-stance single-button or shawl or tuxedo style. I will wear #2 with tailored trousers as well, since I need to do that and since the length is good for that, but to "mitigate" I will wear more lady-like top and shoes. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/where-to-put-the-money#post-1459360 Thu, 19 Mar 2015 05:09:02 +0000 gradfashionista 1459360@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I would prioritize the jeans or a pair of sandals (can't decide between the red or the citron!). Variations of the blue top are carried every year by J. Crew, while the kimono lacks the oomph factor. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/where-to-put-the-money#post-1459280 Thu, 19 Mar 2015 01:23:05 +0000 annagybe 1459280@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p><a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.matchesfashion.com/product/1001222?qxjkl=tsid:57534&amp;utm_campaign=day%20dresses">http://www.matchesfashion.com/.....%20dresses</a> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/where-to-put-the-money#post-1459210 Wed, 18 Mar 2015 23:19:03 +0000 viva 1459210@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>You are <i>on it</i><b>, Anna</b>! haha. I like the Boden okay, but it doesn't have the great retro flair of your AG. Oh well. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/where-to-put-the-money#post-1459207 Wed, 18 Mar 2015 23:14:25 +0000 annagybe 1459207@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p><a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.bodenusa.com/en-US/Clearance/Womens-Dresses/Day-Dresses/WH694-DEN/Womens-Denim-Casual-Shirt-Dress.html">http://www.bodenusa.com/en-US/.....Dress.html</a> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/where-to-put-the-money#post-1459202 Wed, 18 Mar 2015 23:07:05 +0000 viva 1459202@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p><b>WIndchime: </b>the items I want are not part of this JCrew promotion: :(.</p> <p><b>Unfrumped:</b> I like your jacket ideas a lot!</p> <p><b>Jackie: </b>I think I will be near an Anthro this weekend and hope to see if I can try the sandals on. </p> <p><b>Lisap:</b> An A-line skirt is an interesting idea. I also love the AG denim dress that Anna bought. If only it were longer or if I were younger .... </p> <p>Thanks for the validation,<b> Kiwigal</b>. ;)</p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/where-to-put-the-money#post-1459193 Wed, 18 Mar 2015 22:56:18 +0000 Anonymous 1459193@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I can definitely see you in a denim a-line skirt. &nbsp;See Keep it Chic's picks - she shares a similar style sensibility to you and is all over denim skirts lately. APC comes to mind. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/where-to-put-the-money#post-1459185 Wed, 18 Mar 2015 22:46:53 +0000 Sal 1459185@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Okay, in that case denim is a good choice. &nbsp;I wear a lot of denim as I work from home and can wear it to the office as well. &nbsp;I plan to spend my budget in this area over winter as a good pair of jeans makes me look and feel terrific whereas the wrong pair makes all the difference. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/where-to-put-the-money#post-1459159 Wed, 18 Mar 2015 22:15:29 +0000 unfrumped 1459159@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Good plans!&nbsp; I think your juxtaposing is key--only one item in the outfit being tomboy or androgynous and the others more lady-like. I might not do kimono because to me it's not the real persona of feminine for toppers. I would look for at more "pretty" jackets, as in, slightly fitted, maybe with more feminine collars (stand collars, half-collars)--something that can still be a "jacket" but not a "blazer"--and sometimes a dressier material than typical suiting.&nbsp;Footwear I defer to you, sandals are great if you wear open-toe a lot, otherwise look for more lady-like booties or pumps or even a ladylike loafer--sometimes it doesn't have to be super-dainty if it is upscale and polished looking. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/where-to-put-the-money#post-1459097 Wed, 18 Mar 2015 20:20:17 +0000 jackiec 1459097@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I'm a denim addict too so I'd lean in that direction. But I'd pull the trigger on sandals first - all of your choices look great. Ooh wonder if the sale will help.... </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/where-to-put-the-money#post-1458838 Wed, 18 Mar 2015 13:33:53 +0000 Windchime 1458838@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Viva-- J Crew has 30% off all spring items today (Wednesday) online and in stores. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/where-to-put-the-money#post-1458755 Wed, 18 Mar 2015 11:50:45 +0000 viva 1458755@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Okay, <b>Lisap</b> and <b>Kiwigal</b> ... I am definitely a denim addict. Maybe I should rethink. But here is the thing: I work at home 70% of the time, travel 30%. And when I travel, I am really working only about 5 hours a day -- with clients, etc. That means that my true workwear capsule can be very, very small. When I first joined YLF, fabbers helped me purge some old BR trousers that I was still wearing after 10 years! I buy them and then wear them to death, because I wear them rarely. </p> <p>You're right that I have lots of jeans, by my standards anyway: 13 pairs, including black and white denim, and of the 13 there are probably 7 pairs sitting dormant right now. But when I do wear my denim, I wear it to death. I wear denim almost every day. And my best denim -- the dark blue bootcuts -- I can also wear for work.</p> <p>This particular silhouette feels so new, and I don't have a single pair of high-waisted jeans, which I definitely want. And they are cropped, which is so nice for spring and even Maine summer, because I really am not so into shorts. And yes, Lisap, I would definitely wait for a sale on these. No way at full price.</p> <p><b>Okay, so: justifying? </b></p> <p>Should I purge some jeans? Get another style pants? Ugh.</p> <p>PS <b>Firecracker</b>, you make me want to try the Campers, just to see. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/where-to-put-the-money#post-1458650 Wed, 18 Mar 2015 04:47:09 +0000 Firecracker (Sharan) 1458650@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I love the blouse and/or any of the sandals for adding a bit of femininity to whatever you pair them with.<br />It seems like the first two sandals and kimono would add a little bit of boho to your style, if you're wanting to do that. (I see you're not considering the kimono so much, but maybe you'd want to choose a blouse that is a little more boho, if that's what you were after.) I was thinking the Camper sandals look like your style (of what I think of as your style, which is quite sleek and uncluttered). Also they look like an updated 70s style, with that block heel. The color is more "safe," though, rather than something that will brighten a look. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/where-to-put-the-money#post-1458622 Wed, 18 Mar 2015 03:57:25 +0000 Sal 1458622@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I love all the sandals and think these are all feminine, versatile and true to your style.</p> <p>I am with LisaP in focus on the blouse rather than the jeans. &nbsp;Unless you wear jeans to work you only have a few occasions per week to wear them....with three new additions you may find you have enough variety with existing pairs.</p> <p>I am erratic as to which items I spend on and which ones I scrimp on...and have had success and failure at most price points. &nbsp;</p> <p>I have seen in NZ some great skirts recently..I have been not wearing skirts much recently but this year there are some wonderful clean cut interesting shaped ones that are sophisticated. &nbsp;I could see something like this working for your style too.</p> <p>You have such a great style, and it sounds like the thrifting gods have been kind to you this year.</p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/where-to-put-the-money#post-1458571 Wed, 18 Mar 2015 02:57:26 +0000 Anonymous 1458571@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I would pick a pair of sandals, and maybe a blouse. &nbsp;As much as I like these jeans &nbsp;- the price is a bit nuts , no? &nbsp; A sale would make that more palatable , I agree. The other thought I'm having about the jeans is - you seem to have a good collection going now, do you really need another pair? &nbsp;Wouldn't something more work-friendly be worth spending on ? &nbsp;Not sure what that might be, but maybe flared or cropped pants instead of a denim pant? &nbsp;</p> <p>The kimono strikes me as a bit outside of what you are describing as your look - it's a cool piece, but veers off into more boho/ California beach look to me. &nbsp;</p> <p>Btw - I'm obsessed with the cropped flared jeans in the latest JCrew look book - need to find my version of those somewhere soon.</p> <p>Anyways - I'm on a similar path to a more feminine look, but mine is taking a different direction than yours . &nbsp;Body type differences between you and I etc &nbsp;</p> <p>I love the sandals you have picked here too btw - especially the citron ones.</p> <p>Keep me/us posted! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/where-to-put-the-money#post-1458321 Tue, 17 Mar 2015 20:20:30 +0000 rabbit 1458321@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>thanks! looks like it's back-ordered but that top is pretty much exactly what i'm looking for. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/where-to-put-the-money#post-1458312 Tue, 17 Mar 2015 20:16:30 +0000 viva 1458312@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Thanks everyone!&nbsp; Right now I am focusing most on the jeans and the coral/red sandals, with the blouse a possible third purchase a bit later. I may try to look at the kimino jacket live. I'm really rethinking that one.</p> <p><b>Tulle</b>, I looked at the Zara sailor pants. Thanks for the recommendation! So cute, but definitely a more body-con look than I want right now. Thanks also for the 50s reference. I do think you're right about that.&nbsp; </p> <p><b>Isabel, Rabbit, Suz</b>: the Camper sandals might be the smartest choice but the least fun, so I don't think I will go that route. I really want sandals that say something. </p> <p>Also, <b>Rabbit</b>, the peplum tee is below. It's on sale right now -- $55 - 25%. It runs big - I am usually a small and I bought an XS. It's beautiful. Very architectural.</p> <p><b>Angie</b>, the citron sandals are my favorite (look like they'd be a bit darker than my purse, but still in the family) but also the most costly by far and 3.5" heels! I think I am going to try the coral red, which I still like a lot (especially the fun plaid heels) -- but more reasonable and a much better 2.75".&nbsp; The brand gets really high marks for comfort on much higher heels, so I am optimistic.</p> <p>Now, if JCrew and Anthro would just cooperate and offer some happy-spring sitewide discounts, I would be all set.&nbsp; :)</p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/where-to-put-the-money#post-1458250 Tue, 17 Mar 2015 19:12:42 +0000 Angie 1458250@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Do the citron shoes match your bag?&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/where-to-put-the-money#post-1458248 Tue, 17 Mar 2015 19:10:07 +0000 Suz 1458248@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I love it all! :)</p> <p>The colourful sandals (if you can find a pair with the comfort factor) are, to me, an absolute must. (Something like that is on my own list. And I love the two you've selected; also love the Campers, but they are less fun.)&nbsp;</p> <p>A blouse seems like a easy and relatively low risk option. The kimono is beautiful and I love it, but it might present a few styling problems. Can you bring it home to try and see?&nbsp; </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/where-to-put-the-money#post-1458233 Tue, 17 Mar 2015 18:50:39 +0000 rabbit 1458233@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I can see you looking really fabulous in that pinned outfit. &nbsp;Hmm... I feel like you should be able to get a nearly identical blouse at a lower price point, so if I was in your shoes I&nbsp;would maybe save funds for things that are unique (and as you said wait for sales). &nbsp;I think the jeans could be very flattering but do you want more flare? I think of the sandals the navy and/or the citron would probably get the most use, with the citron/blush being more springy and statement-y. &nbsp;Camper might be a more comfortably made&nbsp;shoe however? dunno. </p> <p>ETA: where did you find the&nbsp;white scuba tee with a slight peplum? &nbsp;I'm looking for something similar...</p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/where-to-put-the-money#post-1458225 Tue, 17 Mar 2015 18:39:21 +0000 Janine 1458225@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I love those Chie Mihara heels...if &nbsp;I could&nbsp;only I could wear heels higher than 2.5" &nbsp;they would be mine!! &nbsp;<br />All of your choices look great&nbsp;:)</p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/where-to-put-the-money#post-1458189 Tue, 17 Mar 2015 18:08:54 +0000 Anonymous 1458189@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Thinking the Camper Myriam shoes and the jeans are the best buys because I think they have the most potential for frequent (constant!)&nbsp;wear.<br />The blouse would be my next choice&nbsp;but I don't wear anti perspirant, deodorant only, and I would be too self conscious in dark patternless silk.<br />You really did choose nice things, everything looks "on trend" but ready for good mileage. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/where-to-put-the-money#post-1458186 Tue, 17 Mar 2015 17:57:38 +0000 tulle 1458186@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Viva, have you seen the new sailor-pants-style jeans at Zara?&nbsp; High-waisted, with brass buttons in front.&nbsp; I find them very pretty &amp; fresh, and wonder if they might work with your new look--which I love, by the way.&nbsp; I think of women in the '50s, rolling the sleeves of a man's shirt to above the elbow, then tugging the fabric out above the roll to make a slight puff--instantly feminine, but still tomboyish, like Katherine Hepburn. Looking forward to seeing more of your new Summer wardrobe! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/where-to-put-the-money#post-1458150 Tue, 17 Mar 2015 17:15:05 +0000 viva 1458150@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Thanks <b>texstyle</b>!</p> <p><b>Kkards</b> - those sneakers were too worn, had to go. But you may be right. I have my eye on another pair, slightly less chunky than the last. I will probably cave because I can't see the flats working all summer long. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/where-to-put-the-money#post-1458140 Tue, 17 Mar 2015 17:06:42 +0000 kkards 1458140@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>love the idea of a colored sandal (and love these red ones a lot). those jeans are fab. i'm not personally a fan of bow blouses--to many bad working girl flashbacks, but i'm willing to bet that you can find a similar style at a lower price. <br />as an aside, i would hang on to the slip on sneakers, i think you'll be wanting them sometime in June when its finally warm enough for shorts. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/where-to-put-the-money#post-1458136 Tue, 17 Mar 2015 17:04:11 +0000 texstyle 1458136@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>The kimono jacket is the only thing that gives me pause - but that's probably my hesitation because I refuse to dry clean and I have a fear of pattern (fearing I will tire of it or that it's too memorable mostly).&nbsp; That said, I did look at that jacket and think it looks beautiful.&nbsp; I have an emerald green secretary blouse (sleeveless) but never wore it. Maybe I'll have to give it another chance this S/S. Overall, it looks like you are on the right track to me. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/where-to-put-the-money#post-1458130 Tue, 17 Mar 2015 17:01:47 +0000 viva 1458130@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Angie, I agree with you on the JCrew flared jeans. So strange. I think they are still so wedded to the skinny profile. Maybe someday!</p> <p>Thanks for your feedback on potential purchases. I am inclined to agree with your thinking (big surprise haha). I just have to get the colors right on the blouse and sandals. And once I can get out of knits, BFs, and booties, I'll be posting WIWs again. The snow has begun to melt, so it will happen!!! </p>