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What's with the ponchos lately? Feeling an itch.

abc

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Probably since I haven't been shopping lately I'm feeling an itch but lately I have been seeing ponchos that are making me wonder if they would be a good addition to my wardrobe. It's been 40s in the AM warming up to 70s so a poncho could be a nice layer for chilly mornings and evenings. Plus the cozy factor of course helps plead it's case.

I saw one on Una's thread and also Dashelle (sp) posted a fab EF one today. I even looked at the etsy seller Una recommended and love the two tone ones.

So -- what makes a poncho modern and updated instead of frumpalicious granny wear? I'm thinking for me it would need some structure around the shoulders if possible. I discovered the same thing while looking for fluid tops and tunics.

Thoughts? Share your poncho pics!

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abc

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Sveta

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I have no idea what makes them current but I like both. It sounds that you have the perfect climate for them!
You are in Mexico, right? I had no idea it get so cold in the mornings there now...

marianna

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Not sure, but I'm also feeling capes again… probably because Sveta and Michelle have worn them so stylishly recently!

abc

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Yes, Sveta. I'm in Mexico City. We are at a high elevation (higher than Denver, Colorado) so it cools off fast when the sun goes down. Temps are never extreme here like I experienced back in the States. I would say 30s is about as low as we usually get. I'm still trying to get the hang of layers. Vests have become a nice find for me as they add warmth without bulk. Which is another thing that worries me about the poncho, not sure how I would deal with the bulky aspect. I think I would really have to scour to find the right one in terms of weight and cut.

Marianna, maybe I should call them capes. Ponchos in my mind spark a bad connotation - I am in Mexico after all!

bj1111

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Ponchos

http://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/wiw-boris-20

http://youlookfab.com/welookfa.....legs-capes

I have 1 more poncho and another cape thing. Will add later.

abc

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adding Una's etsy seller link

https://www.etsy.com/shop/Soft.....me_leftnav

catgirl

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No idea. I have one and it's a big warm thing to keep me cozy. I didn't really think about style - is that bad?

abc

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Lol Una. Yours is quite stylish. It doesn't look like a Mexican blanket turned on its side that's for sure

I'm thinking I may need a big warm thing to keep me cozy too. Even though my low temps are nowhere near yours!

Need to schedule a day trip to the mall to scratch this itch. Between lusting after boots and now ponchos / capes I just need to go and get it over with already!

I will let you all know what I find if and when I finally make time to go.

Zibbets

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In Argentina a couple of years ago I saw lots of women wearing wonderful ruanas with tall boots. I like the look and I brought one back, but haven't had the courage to wear it out of the house yet.

abc

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I bet the ones in Argentina were of dark classy colors that combined well with their gorgeous leather goods.

On the other hand I am always drawn to bright colors. Just took a snapshot of one from Una's etsy seller.

Wondering what would be better color wise. Conventional slightly boring yet flexible charcoal gray or black or navy ... Or the nice gray and citron combo which I love but have no idea if it would work with my coloring (blonde/blue, owned no citron ever to date). I'm afraid of duties shipping from china too.

Zibbets, what color is yours? Why the hesitation?

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Janet

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I have been enjoying the look on others too, but not sure it's for me.

Of course it never helps that I get Frank Zappa in my head: "Is that a real poncho or a Sears poncho?"

abc

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Lol Janet. What makes you think it might not be for you? Just curious bc this is pretty far out there for me too.

dashielle (Ann)

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Janet, that is probably the safest Zappa ear worm to have, lol. All, I can say that it never occurred to me that one would be remotely flattering, and then I tried one on...which is how it all starts really. Same with the leather pants, just saying. Jump in, the water's fine!

Zibbets

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In Argy they wore mostly dark neutrals. The one I have is light gray with a wide border pattern of white, light brown and yellow, perhaps a more traditional gaucho style? It's a lot like a blanket. If I had chosen it myself, I would have picked something with more texture and less pattern. It was a lovely gift from a relative.

It's beautiful, but it's pretty flamboyant for where I live. It's also just kind of unwieldy and fiddly to wear. Maybe I should just go for it? It is pretty cool and I have the boots to go with it.

Jenny H

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I'm feeling the itch too. I looked at a gorgeous ink blue Ann Taylor one and it was 50% that day and now I'm kicking myself I didn't buy it. I had just made an order from a bunch of sweaters and so I didn't think I had the money. But that order didn't arrive and so I got a refund from the seller.

Janet

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LOL Dashielle -- true!

ABC, I think I am unsure about whether they're for me because of a) the unwieldiness factor Zibbets mentions, and b) I wonder about flattery -- I struggle with tunic lengths because of their tendency to make everything look as wide as my hips, and I wonder if ponchos would do the same thing. Or maybe they just hide everything, and would that look overwhelming on me? I suppose I'd have to try one one to see!

LadyLilac

I'm definitely feeling the itch as well, especially after seeing the outfit below and the poncho/cape from The Limited's new Scandal collection. However, I've yet to find one that works as well as I would like.

http://www.pennypincherfashion.....tment.html

http://www.thelimited.com/prod.....46420.html

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Style Fan

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I love ponchos. I checked out the etsy seller's ponchos but I am a bit nervous buying from China. What would the final price be, etc. I would rather try it on first. I had a gorgeous poncho in the early 1970s (okay I am a flower child) and still wish I kept it.

I think they look great on women with pear and hourglass shapes. Your legs stick out with nice boots and you look all leggy. That is how I remember it.

Susie

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Last year on the day after Christmas, I happened upon a soft, lightweight gray cashmere poncho. I wore it very simply with a deep color long sleeve tee (burgundy, teal, purple or black), black pants and booties. It was very comfortable to wear and quickly became one of my favorite pieces.Since then, I also got one in black cashmere which I've not yet worn.

I am anxious to break it out again this year.