Using four essential shopping tools

Seeing Suz’s posts about Danier leather jackets yesterday, made me want to buy a leather jacket. However, I want to be really selective in what I add to my wardrobe this year so I tried to use the four essential shopping tools to see if I can justify the purchase. Here is Angie’s post about four essential shopping tools. http://youlookfab.com/2013/01/.....ing-tools/

Style goals : One of my style goals this year is to add more structure and polish to my wardrobe. Also, I decided to add one trendy item from Angie’s shopping lists each season. This is her list for this winter but I guess leather is fairly timeless. http://youlookfab.com/2012/12/.....haves-list. A leather jacket from Danier’s satisfies both these goals.

Shopping list: A leather jacket will fit the category of new trends from this post. http://youlookfab.com/2013/01/.....ping-list/. Light coloured jacket/blazers that I can wear well into April/May are a must for me as I run very cold and live in Eastern Ontario. It is not a wardrobe hole right now as I have an apple green blazer and light grey academy blazer (both from Gap).

A realistic budget: I don’t want to break the bank or skimp unnecessarily. Right now these jackets are on sale and if I am able to find one in a light colour that fits me well at a sale price, I will be in heaven.

A good attitude: I am still enjoying the happiness from my slouchy/structured outfit yesterday. I always shop for the body I am in today ( my weight has hardly changed at all in last 15 years). I am open to new silhouettes, colours and fabrication and trying very hard to be patient, picky and practical.

I am going to Danier after work today. Wish me luck.

13 years ago

Suz

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Veteran

Mona! I love this. You are so smart. What a great idea to show us your thought process in action! Terrific example.

As for the jackets, I can't wait to see some on you. I wish I could go with you today. What time will you go?

The white one (which I loved) is not yet on sale. So if that is the one that works best, don't despair...just wait a while. Also, you might be able to get the sales associates to show you the catalogue of upcoming styles. They are always coming out with new jackets and this is the very start of the season.

Mona

Sure, Suz. I would love to shop with you. I finish work at 3 pm, so I am thinking anytime between 3:30 and 5:00. What do you say?
I really like the white one but the neckline is not flattering on me. I find it is hard for me to wear with my average size neck and long hair. I prefer this colour but with a collar.

Day Vies

Best of luck to you. I am looking to add a leather jacket to my wardrobe too. My most recently retired jacket was dark red and I did love it -- It's 8 years old now and looks pretty dated. I can't wait to see how you do.