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Scarlet

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I never end up buying what I set out to. Is anyone else like this? Every time I try to buy some dark wash strait leg or bootcut jeans, I come home with some new beast. Actually today I went dress shopping. My attention somehow drifted to jeans, thinking I wanted to try some skinnies that are really fitted on the lower leg. Here I am at home thrilled with destroyed baggy leg skinnies and a new scarf--just threw them on with my sweater. I may be a hopeless case.

P.S. Sorry, I got inspired in the middle of sorting laundry.

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Shu

Whatever led you here, I think you look super cute!

Anonymous

Scarlet, that is so FUNNY, but sometimes things jump out at you and you have to try them. I actually like these jeans on you a lot! The sweater and scarf are perfect with them and I love that you dropped everything in the middle of sorting laundry to model and post pics! True genius must not be constrained, you know. I have yet to purchase the skinny straights/bootlegs that have been on my list all season. There are so many other fun things to buy!

Meredith1953

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Super cute! LOVE the scarf!!! You know I set out lots of times to get a particular item and come home with something else but that is because I get frustrated when I can't FIND what I was looking for and then something "speaks" to me and I must listen!

Queen Mum

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very cute! Love this look on you.

Sveta

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I am not a fan of ripped jeans in general but they look very cool on you and the fit seems great too.
Love the polka dot scarf!
I usually have an open mind when I go shopping even if I have a list: you never know what treasure can jump out at you!

Angie

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Fashion Stylist

*chuckle*

Scarlet, you always amuse me.

I think that your style preferences are strong and that is a good thing. As long as you *wear* and love the items that you purchase, you are in good shape. No sense in fitting a square block into a round hole.

Rock on, Queen Slouch!

Isabel

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You look fantabulous !!!! I totally agree with Angie, it is probably innate.

Jonesy

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All I know is I would love to go shopping with you! The jeans are super-fab--love the rearside riveters view (not in a creepy way, just a supportive YLF sisterhood kinda way :).

morethanbeige

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I love this look on you. Nobody does it like you. Glad to know others are also not so *deliberate* and *organized* about their shopping. You hair is looking good!

Angie

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Fashion Stylist

Jonesy cracks me up too.

Scarlet, I forget to say: KILLER new jeans!

Astrid

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Both the skinnies and the scarf look great on you! I have the same problem, I wanted to buy replacement knits today and ended up with a denim jacket instead (I'll post a K/R).

Jjsloane

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What Jonesy said (ALL of it)

Also I bargain shop so rarely have or fulfill my main purpose as I am at the whim of the sales. You did great with your veering!

annagybe

(website)

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I have mixed emotions with my destroyed jeans as of late. Trying to decide if I'm too old for them.

Suz

(website)

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Confession time: I have some baggy destroyed skinnies, too, and I love them. I only wear them on weekends hanging out at home, but they are great.

These look great on you, Scarlet!

taylor

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LOVE this Scarlet!! FAB distressed denim is really a Favorite of mine too!

Jaime

(website)

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Ha! You could wear anything with that red, polka dot scarf and I will love it. The jeans look great too.

Mochi

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Adorable outfit. I love the scarf, and the sweater and jeans are fab, too.

cobaltblue

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How funny! What a great scarf - you look so cute. I too usually fail to buy what's on my list, but I most often come home frustrated and empty-handed. At least you are happy and looking fab, even though you drifted off your charted course!

sarah

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Scarlet, however you end up with what you end up, it works. You are adorable in those distressed denim leggings and scarf. They are SO you!

Scarlet

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It’s nice to see there are some other folks like me who fail to maintain focus

Angie, thanks for your reassuring words. I have to confess I am so relieved these jeans make it through your filter. I was worried. Thanks for chiming back in with the big K :oD

Jonesy, that is such a big compliment that you would like to go shopping together. You have such a great eye. I would love to see how you work a store P.S. High five, Team RR.

Morethanbeige, what a big compliment. Thanks, I am feeling better about my hair now. I am actually enjoying having a more defined style, although I am not sure if I will keep it or grow it out.

Astrid, I though of you for two reasons--one, because I would have to be tied up at home to avoid coming home with a scarf. It’s crazy! Two, because there were such great discounts on offer I was thinking it would be a great time for you to make a last attempt for a winter coat.

Anna, I would think it depends more on personality than age. I can imagine plenty of 40 somethings (not your age, I know) wearing destroyed clothing as well as some older ladies if it suited them. Jean (greengloves) wears a lot of things with distressed detailing and I think it suits her.

Taylor, these jeans made me think of you! I am glad you like them. I would love to get some killer heels and channel Taylor

Cobaltblue, I used to get really frustrated too, which is why I think I am more of a seize the moment kind of shopper now. It is more fun that way, and after a few years my closet seems to have everything I need most days.