One was $30, the other $150 -- which is better + more keep or returns

CocoLion

Two white blouses. One is $30, the other $150. I won't tell you which is which. Which is better, #1 or #2 or neither? Sorry about wet hair.

#3/4 -- Beaubeau blouse.

#5 -- Vivienne Tam poncho top.

#6 -- Vivienne Tam knit top.

Jeans worn in all photos -- Current/Ellott -- are these a yay or nay?

Thanks for your help!

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14 years ago

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Latest reply was from Debbie

catgirl

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I'm not a white blouse person in any way, but I prefer the neckline of #1. I have those same Current/Elliott jeans, I believe - so yay on those from me!

14 years ago

cheryle (Dianthus)

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I prefer the cut of the first one. It may just be bunched in #2, but it looks like the sleeves could be a touch longer. #1 also looks a touch longer on the sides and a bit more of a bell shape.

If I were voting for a favorite, it would be #1.

14 years ago

Angie

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I much prefer the cut of #2. More cool.

Love the jeans!

Will be back to vote on the other tops.

14 years ago

Queen Mum

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I think blouse #1 is more flattering on you.... but you also have your hair different. I"d like to see both blouses with your hair done. Also, blouse 1 seems softer. Blouse #2 seems a bit stiff and severe to my eye.
I like blouse 3/4 and sweater 6. I don't care for sweater #5 as much.

14 years ago

Anonymous

I'm another vote for blouse #1.

14 years ago

hillview

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It is hard for me to see photo 1. I am not sure I love the colors going in 3/4 for your coloring. I think they wash out your lovely face a little. I love the blue wash jeans on you!

14 years ago

Anonymous

And big yay! on the jeans!

14 years ago

kellygirl

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On it's own, I like the first white blouse the best. I think the collar of the second would work better as a layer. For overall fit, I prefer 1. Love the bobeau blouse. The Vivian Tam has a bit of a poncho/batwing vibe which I love : ) The jeans are awesome!

14 years ago

bella

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I am guessing #1 is the more expensive shirt but I like #2 anyway.

14 years ago

Jonesy

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I like #2. The collar on the first one seems very traditional to me, so it doesn't seem to suit your style. I like the simple, boxy cut of the second one and I much prefer that collar. Love the other tops and the blue jeans!

14 years ago

Suz

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Wow, I would say a resounding YES on the jeans! You were made to wear these!

As for the white shirts, I prefer the second one. I like the neckline of #1 but overall the shape seems too wide for you and I am distracted by the placket (I think that is the word?) which is also wide.

I'm not 100% sure on the blouse. I do think that one of these ponchos look tops would be great for you; I can see you wearing either one really successfully. The actual poncho looks a bit wide/overwhelming in this photo, but I've seen you rock cape-type things so well in the past that I hate to rule it out. The other top is less striking but gives a sort of poncho vibe and shows your lovely shape more perfectly.

14 years ago

Diana

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I like #1, but, like Una, I am not a white shirt girl. I also much prefer a softer, less stiff look for a blouse, hence I prefer the collar and cut of the first one.

Yay on the jeans!

Both of the black tops look good to me ... yes, the poncho is a rather exaggerated silhouette but I rather like it, especially with the slim cobalt jeans. I like the patterned blouse too although I'm not sure I like it tucked into the skinnies. Would love to see it untucked with a short waistcoat over it, too.

14 years ago

ironkurtin

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I like 1 and 6. But Angie is right, #2 is a real classic cut and looks good on you. I think #1 has more personality by itself, but you can't go wrong with #2.

14 years ago

Isabel

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I also vote #2. You look fab in those jeans.

14 years ago

MNsara

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Another #2 vote - even with its classic collar, I prefer the way it fits your torso. Plus, it has a tad more length (good for wearing just as shown).

I like the Bobeau print top, although I might prefer it with other pants (don't you have some dark berry colored jeans or . . . ?)

I prefer the last black top over the poncho one. Don't know if it's an either/or choice though!

14 years ago

CocoLion

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Thank you for your help!

So we're pretty evenly divided between blouse #1 and #2.

#1 is the more expensive one, made in Italy. Bella you guessed right! I'm just not sure about the visible placket (to Suz's point). I checked the label and it says dry clean only even though it's 100% cotton. The second blouse is easy care, low maintenance so called no-iron 100% cotton. Which I doubt, but I do know fabrics like this are much quicker to iron.

I am slightly leaning to #2 for the look and length and easy care (I decided to leave price out of the equation). The only thing making me want to keep #1 is that I have never regretted buying quality things in the past. They seem to last really well.

I will keep the jeans.

I am not loving the Bobeau top. Diana it is not tucked in, it is asymmetrical and I don't like where it hits on me in the front. Already decided, it is going back.

I am adding one more photo here of some leopard booties I am returning. I bought those wonderful Matisse booties Angie wears but had to return due to a very narrow foot design. These Impo stretch booties are very comfortable but they look a little washed out and just not quite my style. Do you agree, these are a return?

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14 years ago

Mellllls

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i really think both white blouses look about the same on you. i can't tell which i like better.

14 years ago

cobaltblue

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I think you've sorted out the first set, so I'll just comment on the booties. I think you should return. They are good but not perfect, I think.

I do have to mention that I love the jeans and #6 above.

14 years ago

Kari

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Not reading the comments to avoid bias, I prefer the cut of the first blouse on you - it drapes better on your body and the sleeve detail seems more... refined, somehow, than the more classic 2nd blouse.
That being said, #2 is by no means a *bad* blouse... just more basic.

14 years ago

rae

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Love the jeans and the V. Tam items... and I actually really like the booties. They seem to match your hair really nicely in pic two of the bootie series.

14 years ago

Kyle

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I like both blouses, slight preference to 1. Not sure I love the color of the blouse, perhaps due to the lack of contrast to your coloring? The black poncho seems big on you. Pants are fab.

14 years ago

Diana

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Oh, if the Bobeau blouse is untucked then I would definitely agree to return - I agree that it is a rather awkward length and seems to puff out weirdly in front (I think that's why I thought it was tucked...).

I do like that the leopard booties are real leopard print as opposed to cheetah or random unidentified animal, but I do see what you mean about them being a little washed out looking. I also do not like the center seam and how it breaks up the pattern. So I vote return ... I think you can find better ones!

Regarding the white blouses, I think that which one each one of us likes has a lot to do with our individual fashion personas rather than fit or quality ... they both fit you very well and both look pretty well made.

14 years ago

annagybe

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White shirt #2. The collar in #1 looks dated.

14 years ago

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I like blouse #1 because the sleeves fit better and I like the placket down the front. Off to see the other replies . . .

14 years ago

Anonymous

From the thumbnail, I chose blouse number 1, but after looking at them both full sized, I'm not sure! Sorry, no help at all. I love the paisley printed blouse. Jeans seem to fit really well.

14 years ago

san

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You look great in all of them.

14 years ago

Sowmya

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I like top 2. Could you try belting 3? The jeans are fabulous!

14 years ago

Kate

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Prefer blouse #1. Love the jeans.

14 years ago

lyn67

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I much preffer blouse nr 2 even it's cheaper. There is a simplier cut, which I love best on button downs. Nr 2 is more ladylike, if you preffer the look.

14 years ago

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