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Madness continues: smaller sized jacket. Buh-buy Berlin buying sbree

Stagiaire Fash

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Hi. Welcome to my revamped thread. It began as an urgent post while I was in a store. Now that I’ve bought myself some time, I’ve added pix of an order that came today. I want to take advantage of EU return policies while I’m here, without getting the moving equivalent of sales goggles.

1-8 are (mostly) a jacket I loved, but I’m looking for a smaller size.

I haven’t tried the skirt in 5, but can when I go back Fri.

10-12 is a cord jumper (US definition; might be a pinny elsewhere).

13-15 is a wrap-around skirt of the same fabric as 10-12.

16-18 is a dress that I’m not convinced I need.

19-20 climate data here & where I’m headed (though I’m not sure I’ll stay there).

Note the finds I have been price-watching on (in green)

Should I try the skirt?

Now come the things I ordered

21-23 are all the same crochet topper. I am still looking for black pieces I could wear very traditionally to funerals. The white undershirt is just so you can see the crochet better.

26 is a different black top.

If I got either of these, I’d want to be able to wear it with this skirt for a funeral, and also on its own/with other things as part of my regular wardrobe.

24 and 25 are different sizes of the same top.

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Jenn

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Yes, try the skirt! Do they have the jacket in a size down? Just for comparison.

Anonymous

Love the jacket and the green color! Try the skirt for sure. Does it have stripes? Awesome hat and gloves too

kkards

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love the jacket!
skirt is worth a try

Stagiaire Fash

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I’ve left the store for today, will go back on Friday. In the meantime, here are some other things I tried. What do you all think?

Jenn, good thought on the sizing. If they don’t have it one smaller, then what? I’m wearing a pretty big sweater under it.

Nikki, I couldn’t decide if hat & gloves & jacket would be great or overkill.

Funny thing about the original “should I try” skirt. Maybe I like it because I one had a maternity dress with similar stripes (when I was 18).

Purple skirt is cool because it looks slim, but is a wrap so would be good on bike.

Wrap dresses like dvf usually make me look comically flat-chested. Is this one better?

Do I actually like the dress, or does it just remind me of my coat? I usually don’t like shirt dresses at all, but Anne’s is so good, I wanted to try

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Angie

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If they don't have a size down on the teal jacket - I vote pass. Too big!

Is that a purple skirt and matching top? KILLER wrap skirt! See what you think of the top without the tee underneath it.

Is #7 a coat dress or a topper? Looks like a nice fit if not too snug across the shoulders, and you're okay with the sleeve length.

Suz

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Ok, I',m having trouble seeing the details in the photos but from what I can tell I like the jacket in the first set of pics a lot. It looks like boiled wool, is that right? That makes it nice and lightweight and also water shedding -- good for your bike commutes, although your lifestyle may change with your upcoming move, I would imagine. And, something else to consider -- boiled wool will not be warm enough for your climate in the US, if I understand correctly where you might be living. It's perfect for temperate climates like your current one or my current one but when I lived in Ontario, it was laughable as outerwear for winter and a bit too warm for fall/ spring (for the most part).

That over with, from what I can tell I really like the shape of the purple skirt. Is it a wrap skirt or dress in #2 in second set? The shape looks pretty on you. If you want to wear without a tee underneath you will have to take a look -- my instinct is that it won't be as flattering that way but I could be wrong. (This is a style that can also difficult for me to wear -- you tend to need chest real estate to make it work; but layered like this the V is lovely on you.)

Stagiaire Fash

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The shop didn’t have wifi or good cell connection, so I couldn’t do much with the pix. Now I’m glad. I really like the jacket, but see what you mean, Angie, about the size. It’s a Berlin designer, but not exclusive to this shop. I can see where else it’s available, in what size (90% sure they didn’t have any smaller).

Suz, the jumper (using the US definition) in 1-2 is corduroy, same as the skirt. I can see a lot of uses for a purple cord wrap skirt, but a sleeveless cord dress, I’m less sure about. Thanks for the thoughts on boiled wool. Here it would be a springtime jacket. There I’m thinking of it more like a cardi/blazer for winter.

I’ve edited the pix a bit to try to make them clearer.

1-3 in the second set are a jumper; 4-6 are a skirt made of the same fabric.

Suz

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Hmmm...it looks more like outerwear to me and might be difficult to layer on top of it? But maybe in the smaller size, it might work.

I think the skirt is fab. Do you find it ok with tights? I ask because one of my own pet peeves about corduroy is the way it "sticks" to tights and (to me) feels uncomfortable. Love the winter warmth but loathe that "tacky" feeling. But if the skirt is wide enough and maybe worn with tall boots, not a problem.

Stagiaire Fash

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That’s another good thing to think about! I was wearing a cord skirt when I went to the shop, so I had a slip on. I’d probably do the same with the new one. Old-fashioned of me, but it works.

I’m adding climate data up with the second set of pix and to the original post. Also some more tops in the original post and repeated here. The paisley tops are different sizes. The black tops would be for daily use and also with the skirt if I want yo be traditional for a funeral.

Thanks to all for commenting—very helpful!

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rachylou

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There isn’t anything I don’t like!

CarolS

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The last black top with the puffed sleeve is pretty and I could see it being appropriate for a funeral if you needed it.

Something about the pattern in the paisley top strikes me as wonky -- there seems to be a big 'blob' (technical term!) that draws the eye straight to one side of the chest...I know everyone has different tolerances, so don't let my shtick get in the way if it doesn't bother you!!

Suz

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Yes, I love the printed top but it does have very odd pattern placement.

If you wear a slip with a cord skirt, power on! That's a great idea. The only slips I own belonged to my mum and I always forget to haul them out. Good reminder.

I am having trouble imagining the crocheted top for a funeral but I suppose with something black under it?

The coat dress looks very nice, but if you already think you don't need it, then maybe let it be for now?

I do think if there are German makers whose items you truly love and things are at a good price now, it might make sense to buy a few key pieces in advance of the move. But so much is in flux now you probably won't want to go overboard.

Stagiaire Fash

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Smaller size of the green jacket is being held for me until I get my bike back on Friday!

Anonymous

Big yay to the skirt, and the green jacket! Will you have a similar similar climate in the States?

Stagiaire Fash

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Suntiger, thanks for commenting? Do you mean the purple wrap skirt or the one I’m holding up? Pix 19 & 20 in the original post are climate data here & there.

Carol, I do like the big sleeves trend, as long as they stay out of my way like this.

I think the crochet top is going back. It’s too big around, and I doubt sizing down would fix that.

Suz, it isn’t so much brands/items as certain shops I’ve been meaning to get to forever. My old slips are nylon, and will be left behind when I move, but I now have a silk one.

Rachylou, are you paying my shipping costs?

I see what y’all mean about the blob, but have decided not to care. Can anyone tell the difference between the 2 sizes, enough to make a difference, or should I flip a coin?

Dee

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Definitely get the green jacket in smaller size, and I like the matching hat and gloves. Paisley top has a weird pattern placement in it, so that would be a nope from me.

Anonymous

Yes- purple skirt, it's great on you! Love that hat and gloves too!
So, pretty similar- a bit more warm weather is all

Jessikams

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I like the crochet top and I find that kind of item really useful

Irina

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Big yes to a green jacket. Hope the smaller size works.

Bijou

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Of all the items, the green jacket is the item I like the best - a gorgeous colour on you and beautiful design. I have high hopes that the smaller size is perfect. As for the other items, you really look good in all of them, but to bother with packing and whether they are appropriate in the new location, I think you need to love them before buying. If it were me, I would splurge on one great wardrobe souvenir of my time in Berlin rather than buy a number of new items.

Zaeobi

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Another vote for the purple wrap skirt! The V neck dress is flattering on you too with a top underneath it (jealous! I always have the opposite problem of wraps of wraps not staying shut on me lol), but the skirt is a clear winner in comparison.

To @jessikams' point, I just bought a brown open knit cropped jumper with blouson sleeves on a whim (from Zara) but have already worn it 4 times in 2 weeks! Think it would work more in transitional weather for you though - plus I'm not sure if it would dress up to formal enough for a funeral?

Angie

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I like the blue paisley top and LOVE the puffy sleeve top.

Stagiaire Fash

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On my way home from picking up the jacket & skirt, already wearing the blotchy top.

One thing I will sorely miss is the ability to try on clearance items found online & return them if they don’t fit. Case in point is the box of 7 items from Yoox thst I went through this morning. I think this wool skirt & organic cotton top are the winners.

I’ve decided to send the crochet top back and keep the puff sleeve with Angie’s approval. Crochet tops look so fun & casual on other people, like Zaeobi & Jessikams, but I don’t love this one on me, and know that the last time I moved between these 2 cities, the amount of black I wore dropped considerably.

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CarolS

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The cotton top looks like a great fit and I can see that skirt working seamlessly with your colour palette.

Enjoy!

Stagiaire Fash

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Thanks Carol! Id like to wear the skirt for an event soon after I arrive, have no idea what with, might do a post about that.

Suz, going back to your comment about the slip—you recently called me a “tights queen”. This is the secret to holding that power: lovely silk slips that feel good in every way.

Here are some shots of the new, smaller jacket, including with the Pendleton pants I got last Christmas. No time for full outfit lab. The pale blue fleece is pretty thick. I doubt I’ll ever wear them together, but it’s a stand-in for other thick things I might wear with the jacket. Thank you to everyone, starting with Jenn, who suggested I try the smaller size! I’m on my phone so it’s awkward to go get names, but I appreciate every nudge.

Also got the purple wrap skirt. Expect to wear it & the jacket with pieces of a 2-piece dress, so took some pix of the dress’ belt with the new items.

Purple cardi is from the Yoox box. Also tried a bigger size, but like this one better. It’s organic cotton.

And a pic of the canal bc I’m sentimental.

Comments please!

Ps. Everything is a mess here. D-day is Dec 23.

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Star

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YES much prefer the jacket in the smaller size. Purple is your colour.

Dee

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Jacket looks great, purple sweater is another good colour on you,
hahaha, you said “yep” to my “nope” on the blotch top, love it!!

Angie

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LOVE the fitted cream knitted top!

Yay for keeping the puff sleeve top

I like the long wool skirt too.

Loving the short zip-through purple cardigan with the pretty lantern sleeve!

I think you can wear all the new tops with all the new skirts!

The smaller size jacket is better. Make sure you're okay with the side view where it juts out from the under bust down.

Stagiaire Fash

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Dee, even when I’m contrary, I like to have an informed “nope”. Much better than noticing something after I’ve already cut tags! This way, I saw it, thought about it, and decided.

Star, I’m so glad you all were here to guide me to the smaller size! My purple capsule is growing….

Angie, thanks for your guidance in all of this! I see what you mean about the jacket sticking out, think I’m ok because it’s short enough that you can still see my waist exists. I’ve been saying forever that I like the “big” sleeves”, now finally have a top *and* a sweater with them

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