Extended sleeves trend

JAileen

I saw this top the other day and I thought it was very odd looking. It reminded me of the Kristen Wiig SNL character. Now I realize it is part of the extended sleeve trend. What do you think of the top?

http://shop.nordstrom.com/s/ve.....ED%20CHECK

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8 years ago

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Joyce B

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I think that I'd rather save my $1500 which is arnd what it would be with the tax.
The print is nice though.

8 years ago

Janet

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Bahahahahah! I thought that first photo was a joke until I clicked on the link. What is even going on in that photo -- it looks like someone left enormous cardboard supports inside an extremely oversized shirt on the poor model. And then there is the big ring (what?) hanging from the belt loop? I just don't get it at all. I don't mind the idea of an exaggerated silhouette or extended sleeves, but that example just looks odd.

You totally nailed it with the Kristen Wiig reference.

8 years ago

rachylou

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Hahahaha! No. That's a joke. That has to be. Someone at Nordstrom is in trouble...

8 years ago

anchie

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And price? Have you not iced the price? It must be joke.

8 years ago

viva

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Good news! The shoulder pads are removable! Which will probably make the sleeves even looooooonger.

So strange......

8 years ago

Janet

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It's like the union of these two things...

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8 years ago

Janet

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Funny thing is, I kind of like the concept of the sleeves. But maybe without the stiff shoulder pad/extended shoulder treatment? Could be a cool DIY.

8 years ago

Lisa

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At first I thought the plaid shirt was just an unfinished piece because the sleeves are so long.

8 years ago

deb

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I think I will just buy a man's shirt and modify the hem. Same effect.

8 years ago

Angie

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Part of the extended sleeve and sharp shoulder trend. It's quite laughable isn't it.

I have to say that David Byrne is iconic in that suit, and I have a soft stop for him in that look.

8 years ago

El Cee

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Yes -- Janet is right. My first thought regarding the Nordstrom shirt was Ray Bolger in the Wizard of Oz. Just add straw!!! Got a good chuckle about the Kristen Wiig character.

8 years ago

Bennett

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Oh, so much more practical than it looks - you can free your whole arm from this costume when duty calls........

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8 years ago

Bennett

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That shirt scares me, as well!

8 years ago

JAileen

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I happened across this when I searched on "plaid". It reminds me a bit of a Halloween costume. And the price - wow!

8 years ago

chewyspaghetti

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It's so bizarre for a ready to wear piece!

8 years ago

rachylou

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I saw that... The free arm thing just makes it worse... and $1300!! Ok. It's like this shirt is a secret IQ test...

8 years ago

Staysfit

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I think this could also become a DIY project. Take those old too small shoulder pads you have laying around from sports days past. Borrow a plaid shirt, I mean take a plaid shirt from a large male person. Grab some sharp scissors or a razor blade and get to work!

I'm setting mine outside as a scarecrow when I'm done.....

ETA: I just went back and read other responses and see that Janet also sees the scarecrow potential!

8 years ago

Suz

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I saw this last week when I searched for red tops. It was one of the first things that came up.

It is certainly dramatic!

8 years ago

binkle

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This shirt specifically - maybe not!

Extended sleeves- yes! Especially tees or knits. I like the scrunchy look of extra long slim sleeves, and the proportions of bell sleeves. Both also make me feel like my hands are delicate, and that I am an exquisite delicate creature. Both of which are most definitely NOT true!

Though I wouldn't necessarily walk around with the sleeves at "full extension" - too much like elephant trunks.

8 years ago

Jaime

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Yes I'm with Janet - David Byrne inspired.

8 years ago

Jeanie

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Yes, I thought the same as Janet. David Byrne meets lumberjack! Our eyes will adjust to this, right? I can almost see Gwen Stefani being able to carry this off. It's got a street punk vibe. I am just not that hip.

8 years ago

Brooklyn

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OK, there is a lot not to like about this top (price and scarecrow potential included), but I kind of like the way the sleeves are attached with rings. Cute!

8 years ago

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