Wanted to update you on what I did....filled 2 garbage bags full of old clothes to be donated...only 4 items made it upstairs to the attic in my "just in case I want it back" pile.

Today I went to talbots outlet and bought me a slew of new stuff-- though far fewer items than what I got rid of -- most of which coordinates with my new scarf or others I have. I'm very pleased with what I bought...I purposely didn't buy stuff that I liked but knew wouldn't fit with my current lifestyle, and I didn't buy stuff that I didn't really love for various reasons.

Tomorrow we're going to lunch with some friends...

-- good news, I won't be doing battle with my closet trying to find something to wear

-- bad news, I will be doing battle with my closet because now I have too many good choices!

Success on both accounts!

I inadvertently demonstrated to myself how color makes a difference. Yesterday I wore the penguin sweater that I posted earlier, with a fuschia scarf. DH actually commented on it, which never happens. Later, I happened to be standing in front of the bathroom mirror when I took off the scarf — ugh, I looked terrible in that cream colored sweater without the scarf!

We went to visit DD at her college yesterday to take her to lunch for her bday. She happened to be wearing a similar color cream sweater without a colorful scarf but she still looked beautiful. Ah, youth. Or just her coloring — she looks particularly good in some colors but I’ve never seen her wear a color that looks “bad” on her. I do notice that she already is more aware of colors and styles that look best on her — much more so than I was at her age!

@maire_cate: Yes, I ordered the sweater in red; just could not resist. My plan is to wear it with navy pants, because the stripe is navy.

@Annie Deighnaugh: So glad you mentioned Talbot's Outlet; did not even know they had outlet stores. Just checked, and there is one about 15 minutes from me. Yeah!

And I, too, sent two huge bundles of purged clothes to Salvation Army via my granddaughter. Still have lots to go. When you have back issues, it is slow going, but I am perservering

I am going to try to post pictures again, once all of my loot is here from Talbot's.

The talbots outlet has last year's stuff and fair warning...they won't accept returns from one type store at the other.

Thanks for that info, Annie.

I was packing one of my favorite tops for vacation and randomly decided to look up the brand — I had gotten the top at a high end consignment shop and had never heard of this brand. It’s a casual cotton top with a unique pattern. Washes well, no wrinkles, lightweight and comfy. The brand is Whimsy Rose: https://www.whimsyrose.com/collections/category-tunics

Just FYI for anyone looking for something like this! I may order one of the dresses for spring.

Sue, love this website! Thanks for sharing.

I love white shirts and in my search for a few new ones, I checked out the Mango website. I have a few of their pieces and they are quite nice and the price is right. If you haven't shopped there, it is worth a look.

Mango

This one for my DD:

Those are very nice. I really like them.

rubyclaire what an interesting shop! Found this blazer and there is nothing about it that says realtor to me and that's a good thing! Love the fringe cuffs and hem.

I’ve bookmarked some of these sites. I especially like SueB’s tops.

That mango site is ...interesting and makes me feel old, lol. I like the second one you posted Ruby, a lot.

Pretty sure I've thrown out variations of this top:

Bumblebeez, she looks angry at having to wear it.

That top looks like it was made out of a pair of mom jeans.

If not angry than certainly embarrassed.

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I believe that, it is very important to wear fashionable and beautiful clothes. Personally, I have clothes for all seasons and even for many events, like, I have special dresses for dates, for various holidays, for just friendly meetings, I have work clothes. In my opinion, it is very important to distribute your clothes according to the type of season and according to where and with whom you are going. This is what I prefer to do. I don't have my favorite style of clothing, but I can agree that it would be much more comfortable to wear yoga pants and sweatshirt every day.

Wait for it... wait for it... The SPAM is coming. Can ya feel it?

If I ate spam, then my clothes wouldn’t fit. 😂😂😂

Ya know, I have actually had a few cravings for a fried Spam sandwich lately. That's something I eat about once every decade. Maybe it's time.

I like Spam occasionally, too. Not very often, but still I like it.

Anybody else hearing Monty Python in their heads now?

Personally, I like to dress very brightly and not usually to stand out from society. In my opinion, it is very important not to be a gray mass in society. Although in our time of quarantine it is difficult to go out, but in my opinion you can still wear a beautiful, bright mask and this, I think, will only complement my bright style. Before quarantine, I mostly bought clothes in shopping centers because in my opinion it is quite convenient and you can always consult a consultant, but because of quarantine I don't really want to go out, so I have to use online services like clothing boutiques Denver through which you can order clothes directly to the house. It is important to order only from high-quality services so that you are not sent cheap and not great quality clothes.

Making lemonade from lemons, I see that this thread started in normal times ( pre-covid) and a different season.

I find that since my big outing of the day is usually a long walk/hike, my going out wardrobe is basically capri jeans and a t shirt. Sometimes I wear shorts, and sometimes a sleeveless tunic with the capris or leggings. My t shirt wardrobe has never been a real show stopper, though I did get 2 new t shirts a few months ago.

I vary between wearing my trusty New Balance sneakers (with orthotics) and Khombu sandals which are amazing. (I got the pair at Costco last year, had not idea how fantastic they are. I saw that I actually wore out one, and was able to find the exact model on ebay- ordered it and have been wearing those. I never had such comfy sandals in my life. I can and do walk for hours in them).

"Sien Joe" spams in several different languages all over. Please flag spam when you see it. ETA: spam removed.

Since this thread has been resurrected, I dress casually 99.9% of the time. Discovered Rails Clothing at a local store, but bought most of my Hunter shirts (my favorite, so soft and love the cut) online.

I used to buy a lot of clothing from Poetry Fashion USA (a company out of England) but then the thicker hemp fabric I liked vanished from their inventory. They have restocked on my favoriteV-neck VS82 and I love the new LS Seersucker UA76 shirts. The material is thinner on those, so I wear a camisole underneath.

Last year I ordered several pieces from Naked Cashmere for our Alaskan cruise that wasn't. Highly recommend them.

Is Poetry related to Wrap? Ive gotten both catalogs and they seem so similar. I have a few things from one or the other, I can’t remember which. One is a heavy cotton zip up cardigan that I love. I like the fact that a lot of their tops and sweaters are cut a bit shorter for my 5’2” body.

I am in the process of putting away summer clothes as I realize I’ve hardly worn any “real” clothes all season. I bought a few new things early this year that still have the tags on.

Lately, Leatherock belts have been on my radar.

@Sueb20, Poetry is related to Wrap. Wrap shirts are not as well made, in my experience. Can't speak for other pieces. I had stopped buying Poetry shirts (disappointed and returned) but ordered a few this season and then a few more.

J.Crew has had their 50% off sales and I bought quite a few things from them.

I'm surprised to see this thread back. With Covid, and staying home, I haven't been in the mood for shopping for clothing. I have things in my closet that haven't been worn! LOL

Tina I'll be ready when everything opens back up!

Tina, it's back because of the random Tamara comment above.

I almost ordered new shoes yesterday (Olukai sneakers in velvet! so cute!) until I asked myself, Umm, exactly WHERE do you think you're going to wear these? Never mind.

Bumble, me too. I ordered two sweaters and a sweatshirt from J. Crew during their sale.

Just ordered 3 shirts for DH and code Festive and rewards so got free shipping and an extra 20% off at J Crew. I am still wearing clothes I bought at J Crew for me and for DD 20 -25 yrs ago,

Sue, my husband lives in Olukai shoes. He swears they are the most comfy shoes he has ever worn, and has several pairs. They have discontinued his favorite style, unfortunately. I cannot wear them, they are too narrow for me.

Those of you ordering gifts might want to check out a news story today on "UPS putting shipping limits on some retailers as holiday shopping heats up." Nike, Gap, Macy's, LLBean, Hot Topic and Newegg were named in the article.

Jb, my DH loves them too!

Rolling right along, my favorite buy and wardrobe essential has been the 2 pack of leggings from Costco ( Felina) . I bought a 2 pack last year, have worn them non stop and they barely look worn and washed out. I decided to refresh my wardrobe and just bought a new pack. OF course, I paid $18 (Full price- shudder) this year, and they are currently on sale for $4 off.

@salonva, thank you so much for the Felina leggings from Costco. I had never had leggings, but purchased these because of your comment. I love them. They are just what I need for these cold days.

Dont click on Scot Prahs link. Spam Spam

Are the Felina leggings lined?

Glad you like the leggings. That is pretty much all I wear and since i have the 2 pair from last year and now the 2 pair from this year, I am well stocked.

Ded, they are not lined but lol Costco also has the 32 below under layer leggings. I wear them often with the Fellina when I am going to go walking. They are very thin so no bulk at all but they really do add a lot of warmth.

@sushipup ^

Since this old thread is back to life, there must be a good reason to keep it going.

This winter I love to wear white jeans/white yoga pants with black/gray turtleneck/sweaters; light blue jeans with white cotton/linen shirts, and they all go with my red boots. These are my lazy outfits for the weekends. I collected more than 20 white jeans/yoga pants, more than 20 white cotton/linen shirts, they are simple and comfy.

For me lately it has been less about an item of clothing and more of a color: brown! Despite the fact that i have a LOT of black, white and gray clothing that i really really like and looks good on me (i think!), I have been very attracted to browns, tans and creams. i have about twelve pairs of slacks in that color range, many turtlenecks, sweaters, and a vintage brown corduroy jacket piped in brown velvet (with a pleated back). It all just feels cozy and warm and safe and I guess I am looking for that right now.

We are packing for a three day trip to California that could turn into ten days or even two weeks. We are each taking three bottoms and three tops, a sweater, two shoes and a light jacket along with underclothes and eletronics. One carryon each… mine will be filled with brown ❤️

KSWL. May this trip bring the right answers for your DH. 🙏🏼

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