I either returned or swapped out a number of items-- the following items are either items I chose to keep or ones that were added after I marked what to replace.

Happy to give all of the items below a try-- most are basics but I do really like the long cardigan and the booties (though i don't really need them)

Not all that thrilled with these items but will check them out. The first two items are from Skimms-- a brand I haven't tried as yet.

The trunk should arrive Thurs ... unless the weather delays delivery.

I believe I have mentioned before that there are quite a number of add-on items.. accessories, beauty, undergarments and gifts.

This is what I chose to send with my trunk.

Almost embarrassed to say I asked them to send this tote AGAIN. Actually, i think the last time it was in tan. I love the gunmetal metallic. I don't love how unstructured it is.. but i am drawn back to it over and over.

I havent tried Laura Mercier tinted lotion-- but I remember someone here really likes it (Sue?) so thought I'd give it a try. I am really unsure about the color (my skin is hard to match). This is the Nude.

Finally, I received the NARS blush in "Org-sm" in a spring trunk and really liked it. Trying a new color in more of a brown-plum. I think the color is Impassioned (or something similar). This is a big step for me. I've worn only/mostly Chanel for the last 20 yr or so.

Yup, I have the LM tinted moisturizer in the same color!

Funny, today I bought a top that is almost identical to that first white top, except in a dark green, from Athleta.

Definitely not seeing a wow factor in these latest selections, but maybe some good basics?

Yeah.. nothing is a wow.. I might like the booties (not always a fan of the elastic sides) and the cardigan. I do need some basics but not many. I'd like a few long sleeve tees. Otherwise, give me fun fall sweaters! luxurious pjs/lounge wear, scandalous deep v tops. Something.

I am kind of excited for the things I selected myself. I don''t know why-- i am barely wearing makeup! I do think it's time I try the LM tinted moisturizer.

Sue, we are kindred spirits-- just an hour ago, I went back to athleta and bought a few things-- including the cardigan you shared a month or two ago (maybe vintage violet?) ! It had been sitting in my cart all that time.

I also like the Purlisse BB cream…DD hoards samples from Sephora and Ulta and I stole the sample from her and ended up buying a full size. I think it has a tiny bit more coverage than the LM tinted moisturizer.

https://purlisse.com/products/perfect-glow-bb-cream-spf-30

Those Athleta cardigans are great, I think. Very flowy and soft.

I also use the LM. I like that grey and white wood grain top?

I rather like top #3. It looks like it could be rather pretty.

Yeah, blah... but that said, I did have 3 of these items on my pinterest board so they didn't completely abandon me... but really, the items I removed were not better. Camo sweats? Really?! And this fleece top. I would look like a lumberjack! I understand camo, plaid flannel and the style below are all "in" .. but they need to consider the age, shape and style of the client. Isn't that the job of the stylist??! I am not a new customer-- they have years of feedback and purchasing history.

I do like the gray/white cardigan .. the description says "shibori-inspired" but it does look like wood grain, doesn't it? Here's another view.. doesn't it seem odd to style it with flip flops?

I don't know. Maybe I have clipped their wings too severely. I have a list of things I've asked them not to send... or maybe this is just what they have stocked this season.

Funky, i agree, the items do seem uninspired. Nothing really wrong with them at all, they just seem like basic wardrobe items, nothing that would stand out. Maybe its the transitional time of year?

I do like the gray & white cardigan and the mettalic tote. Funny - I just started back using the Laura Mercier tinted moisturizer again. I think I stopped using it in favor of the IT CC cream but trying it again now and really love it.

Haha, I have the IT cream too. Always looking for the holy grail of natural coverage…I find the IT cream a bit too heavy but it’s great if I mix with a bit of moisturizer.

I didn’t realize the ”wood grain” top was a cardigan. I like it more now.

I recently got this t-shirt from Anthro. The gray-green color with little stars. It is overpriced, but it fits perfectly and is so soft and is just different enough. I may buy another one in a different color.

https://www.anthropologie.com/shop/classic-v-neck-tee3?utm_source=transact&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=AN-US_order_confirmation&utm_content=%25%25%253dRedirectTo%28%2540product_url%29%253d%25%25&utm_term=anus_ppc_orderConfirmation&utm_id=10769&sfmc_id=32369803&s2=0b6873d8a1818f1edad2e39c872858c0fc6611f7d9fb40ef5b20414c3d92338d&utm_kxconfid=vxjp670zb&utm_kxcampaignid=anus_ppc_orderConfirmation&color=037&type=STANDARD&quantity=1

I went out the other day with a cardigan, long pants and sandals. (not flip flops) It's cooler out so I needed a sweater but I'm not ready to wrap up my feet for the winter hence the sandals.

I'm not ready to wrap up my feet for the winter hence the sandals

@blfenton that is SO me! Well no cardigan or long pants here - we are just dropping to the 80's now that Ida passed through. But I love sandals, flip-flops, bare feet! My tootsies just don't like being bundled up!

Funk, do you like this sweater?Sorry to highjack but I bought this onsale for a casual family member way up in a cold country jeans atmosphere. Being in Florida where we only have very brief cold patches, I know little about sweaters. I really liked the thought of cuddling up on the sofa in this oversize sweater. However, after I ordered I saw it in the non-curvy size (see bottom photo) and am now worried about the length. The woman is 5’6”, medium length torso. What is your opinion fashionista ?

Regular below

I think I need casual sweater help. It is a free return though.

https://www.asos.com/us/asos-curve/asos-design-curve-sweater-with-v-neck-and-ribbed-sleeves-in-pink/prd/22603608?custref=151915736&affid=25199&channelref=email&orderref=652727209

Sue.. I have a number of tops from Free People and a couple from Anthro (both the same parent company? I think?). I really love the styles but I have to be careful because many are to short in the torso. I have a long torso to begin with then extra lbs don't help. Both are overpriced for the quality but I pay for the more carefree style.

JT.. love the color of the sweater and that it is 100% cotton. That's perfect for fall. I don't think it looks all that short (I am 5'6" also) .. the thing that would keep *me* from buying it is the arms. I have broad shoulders (big bone structure everywhere-- but especially broad shoulders). I think the puffy sleeves accentuate my shoulders in an unflattering way... in a way that shoulder pads never did. Those wide and puffy sleeves make me feel like the michellan man! If your family member is pretty average build, i think the sweater would be lovely.

I don't shop ASOS.. I don't have a good or strong reason why but i find their website to be cumbersome/overwhelming.

I DO shop places other than nordstrom/trunk club lol.. but there is no doubt that their sales/return process are so easy that I do use them a lot. Other shopping spots: NM, Free People, Anthro, Eileen Fisher, Nic + Zoe and that's about it these days. I used to shop J.jill and Talbots but I haven't bought much from either in the last year. I am not a fan of Torrid or Lane Bryant or any of the other plus size stores. I am plus size but their proportions don't often work for me and I think the quality is inconsistent and more often less than I want.

Thank you Funk! I’m thinking this will go back. The person I’m buying for does not have large shoulders but does carry most of her weight straight out in the belly by a lot. I think I will keep looking.

Update on the pink sweater above^

Highly recommend for the price and even a bit more $$$.

I bought the Curve size 14 in the oversized sweater as a gift. This oversized style will be forgiving on a size or two up or a size down if you are uncertain of someones exact size.. I was concerned about the length being too short like a crop and the big sleeves but I worried for nothing. My shoulders and upper back are wide for my size, I also lack a swan neck. The way the sleeves fall and along with the v of the neck the drappy fit was actually very flattering. On top of all that the sweater is amazingly comfortable. One more Christmas gift down.

ETA: Another thing of note is that the curvy sweater does not have that balloony thing going on above the wrist section like the regular size (last photo above) has.

I think this was under $25 on sale.

What brand are the booties? Blondo by any chance?

JT that looks cute.. and it doesn't look like it is cropped or has puffy sleeves at all. So nice for you to look for something cozy for your relative!

Bbstx, the boots are Marc Fisher. I haven't tried him before so it will be a good test of the brand and how they fit me. I have a pair of blondo boots but I will likely give them to one of my nieces (2 of the 4 also wear size 10)-- the heel is only about an inch but they don't work well for me with my lack of depth perception. Other boots with similar heels work fine-- just something about the blondos. Mine are gray suede.

ETA: Fedex says my trunk arrives tomorrow-- perfect timing because I have had a lonnnnng/stressful week and new items always perk me up. Even though there isn't anything special in the trunk, it will be fun!

Fun day for you tomorrow Funky!

Just wanted to circle back and say that I kept only the long sleeve tee and a pair of Beyond Yoga leggings that I'd forgotten were added to my order. (The Zella Restore leggings were awful-- the same ones i received during the anniversary sale-- and not nearly as nice as they ones I'd previously purchased).

Most of the other items were fine-- but nothing special. The Marc Fisher boots were nice but the heel height didn't work with my lack of depth perception. I can't predict which heels will work/which will not. I have others that are similar and work fine but these did not.

I didn't even try on the pajamas/robe.

The tinted moisurizer and the NARS blush were both too light for my complexion.

I love the gunmetal color of the tote but it's shallow and unstructured. I have ordered it multiple times thinking I'd change my mind and like it. I need to stop adding it to my trunks.

Just not a great trunk all around-- but a number of the items had been on my pinterest page so I need to look at it as an easy way to "try" items out before purchasing... so I don't really see it as a fail.

Nice basics. The booties look cute, but I agree it’s a no go if they aren’t functional.

I too have the Laura Mercier tinted moisturizer in nude. It’s great if you need a quick, casual alternative to going without makeup.

I loved the booties.. but they didn't work and I didn't need them. I didn't love the color of the suede but they'd have looked great in black leather! I am getting so frustrated with my vision issues but I will tell the truth, I didn't wear booties once last year.. ok, maybe before March- but not after.

I loved the feel of the Laura Mercier tinted moisturizer but it was too light on my hand and my face is actually darker. I will try to find it locally-- but more often than not, I need to go to Phila for better name cosmetic counters. My skin is tricky to match-- i am white but have a lot of color in my skin.

I want to try other NARS blush colors too. I need to snag one of my nieces to take me to KoP!