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Conspicuous consumption                                                                     --or 3 sleeveless black turtlenecks for the price of 1

9/30/2016

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I woke up one morning & thought I need a sleeveless black turtleneck. I was surprised I didn't already own one. Wouldn't it be ideal for all black outfits, skirts, casual, you name it this fall? Maybe it would even transition into winter, & surely I could pull it back out in the spring. I thought classic, essential. 

So I started watching out for them, & pretty much every store is carrying them. Most are around $40. They come in various lengths & materials. The one I most wanted was from J. Crew Factory for $39, but I wasn't ready to pay that much, & within days it sold out in most sizes anyway. 

For something so basic, I headed over to the online thrift store
thredUP. I found dozens of them there, most very inexpensive. I chose two--the first one from Moda Intl. looked like it might be too tight or short; the second one is made of cotton, so that seemed good. ​I had a 10% off coupon, which made the prices even lower, but both were Final Sale, non-returnable. 


Moda International Wool Pullover Sweater Med, $3.58
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thredUP Moda International Wool Pullover Sweater Size M, $3.99 (was $71), Final Sale
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​This one's my favorite. I think it fits me best.
Designers Originals Turtleneck Sweater Med, $6.30
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thredUP Designers Original Turtleneck Sweater Size M, $6.99 (was $36), Final Sale
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I think this one's a bit too big & boxy.


But while I was waiting for the thredUP t-necks to arrive, the one I liked from J. Crew Factory went on sale for 40% off, which brought it down to $20.99 with free shipping, & now they had my size. Of course, it was on Final Sale, my most hated shopping option. But I went ahead & ordered it anyway, definitely feeling guilty!
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J. Crew Factory Sleeveless Turtleneck Sweater, $20.99
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J. Crew Factory Sleeveless Turtleneck Sweater, $29.99, Final Sale
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This one, while soft, actually doesn't fit me that well--it cuts in too much at the shoulders, so my arms look big. But you can't tell because Spence is so cute :-))
A bunch more from the online world...
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Abercrombie Turtleneck Sweater Tank, $31.20 minus 30%, all sizes
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Kohl's Women's ELLE™ Sleeveless Ribbed Sweater, $27.99 (Kohl's has a couple more too)
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Uniqlo Women Middle Gauge Turtleneck Long Vest, $29.90
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Zara Urban Collection Sweater with a High Collar, $35.90
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Limited Sleeveless Turtleneck Top, $19.90
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Chadwick's Sleeveless Ribbed Turtleneck, $24.99


​I like most of those too. But I won't buy another one! :-) 


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So what have we learned...?
Well, my favorite is the cheapest one. I didn't need to buy the others. New is not always better than used.
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You may also like...
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Yet more sleeveless knit tunics 

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How do you take your ruffles?

9/23/2016

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Ruffles ​(also called frills) are still in, but they're cropping up in different ways including asymmetrically & cascading.
​Do you like them?
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ASOS Ruffle Sleeve Tee, $40.31
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Zara Top with Ruffled Sleeve, also in black and white, $35.90
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J. Crew Ruffle-sleeve T-shirt in Stripe, $49.50
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Zara Frilled Printed Dress, no longer available
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Zara Short Frilled Dress, $69.90
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Banana Republic Tiered Ruffle Skirt Dress, $118 (now $82.50)
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Banana Republic Ruffle Lapel Blazer, $228
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J. Crew Ruffled Popover Shirt in Polka Dot, $59.50
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Topshop Jersey Ruffle Sweatshirt, £30
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Zara Frilled Sleeve Blouse, $99
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ASOS PETITE Jumper with Ruffle Front $45.14
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J. Crew Factory Sleeveless Cascade Ruffle Blouse, $29.50
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J. Crew Factory Sleeveless Cascade Ruffle Blouse, $29.50
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J. Crew Ruffle-sleeve Top, $59.50
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Garnet Hill Draped-Ruffle Top, $58
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Banana Republic Jackie Heel, $138
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Topshop GOSH Frill Detailed Heel Shoes, £72
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Nordstrom Speechless Ruffle Mock Neck Shift Dress, $48
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J. Crew Metallic Ruffle-neck Sweatshirt, also in navy, $59.50
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Seams to me...

9/17/2016

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I like exposed seams on sweaters, skirts, & dresses, especially the middle seam...
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Free People Ruffle Fan Pullover, $148
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Urban Outfitters BDG Gavin Racerback Tank Top, $9.99
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Boden Annabel Skirt, $74.50
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Zara Sweater with Central Seam, $25.90
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Garnet Hill Hartford Millésimé Zip-Back Sweater, $268
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Garnet Hill Angled-Side-Seam Cashmere Sweater, now $138
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Garnet Hill Angled-Side-Seam Cashmere Sweater, now $138
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ebay Rare New Kelsi Dagger Waist Fanny Pack Belt Pouch Hip Bag Cowhide Leather, $63.99
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Garnet Hill Eileen Fisher Merino Wool Textured Cowl-Neck Sweater, $298
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Eddie Bauer Women's Christine Pullover Sweater, 7 colors, $36
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Banana Republic Bi-Stretch Pleat Dress, $82.50
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Boden Cowl Neck Cashmere Sweater, $206.40
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Pretty in pink

9/17/2016

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Red heads look particularly pretty in pink #striking

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How to wear a choker

9/17/2016

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Chokers can be beaded necklaces or just a strip of ribbon, fabric, or velvet. They look great with floral blouses. 
Also try layering one with other necklaces. 
Layered with a ribbon or other necklaces...
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Zara Velvet Choker Pack, $22.90
As a built-in part of your top or dress...

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From Zara
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Urban Outfitters Truly Madly Deeply Cut It Out Tee, $39
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H&M Fine-knit Mock-turtleneck Top, $34.99
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American Apparel Printed Choker Top, $19
With a jacket...
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From Forever 21
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With a floral blouse...
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Zara Choker Pack, $15.90
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Topshop blogger
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Trend alert: bomber jackets

9/11/2016

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Topshop Satin Puffer Jacket, $130
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Topshop Off-The-Shoulder Bomber Jacket by Boutique, $160
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Zara Long Hooded Bomber Jacket, $129.90

Pink Lady

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Zara Glossy Oversized Bomber Jacket, $29.99
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H&M Pilot Jacket with Collar, $49.99

Reversible

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Zara Embroidered Reversible Bomber Jacket, $129--one side
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Zara Embroidered Reversible Bomber Jacket, $129--other side
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Express Embroidered Satin Bird Reversible Bomber Jacket, $198, buy one get one half off
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Express Embroidered Satin Bird Reversible Bomber Jacket, $198, buy one get one half off

Lined

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Urban Outfitters Urban Renewal Recycled Harrington Jacket, $79
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Nordstrom Topshop Longline MA1 Bomber Jacket, $125
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Zara Quilted Bomber Jacket, $69.90
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Zara Light Quilted Coat, $99.90

Tiger-embroidered

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Zara Tiger Embroidered Bomber Jacket, $99.90
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Zara Tiger Embroidered Bomber Jacket, $99.90

With patches

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Express Black Bomber With Patches, $98, buy one get one half off
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Abercrombie & Fitch Patch Bomber Jacket, $88
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Zara Bomber Jacket with Pockets, $49.90
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French Connection Varsity Bomber with Faux Fur Jacket, $235
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First look: Shock Wave: Japanese Fashion Design, 1980s-1990s, at the Denver Art Museum

9/10/2016

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​"Fashion can be a form of art.
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Florence Müller
Denver fashionistas came out in style on Wednesday for a sneak peak at the new textile exhibit that features iconic designs by Japanese designers Issey Miyake, Kenzo Takada, Kansai Yamamoto, Yohji Yamamoto, Comme des Garçons, and Junya Watanabe at the Denver Art Museum. 

The event was attended by Counsul-General of Japan Makoto Ito, and the exhibit was introduced by DAM Director Christoph Heinrich and the lovely and elegant Florence Müller, the Avenir Foundation Curator of Textile Art and DAM Curator of Fashion.

Shock Wave: Japanese Fashion Design, 1980s–90s opens September 11, 2016, at the Denver Art Museum, North Building - Level 6. Admission is included in general admission. More information & a terrific slideshow with footage from the fashion shows of the 1980s and 1980s​ here.

Here are some snaps from the reception and the exhibit...

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All photos by Josie Mills
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The long & the short of it: long tops & cropped skinnies

9/3/2016

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​At this time of year, I love to wear skinny cropped pants & a long top or sweater, a go-to look for many women for sure.

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Boden Richmond 7/8 Pants, $88.50 + Tilly Sweater, $74.50
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Boden High Neck Top, $108 + Hampshire 7/8 Pants, $88.50 + Pony Bow Shopper, $228
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Boden Hampshire 7/8 Pants, $88.50 + High Neck Top, $108
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Boden Hampshire Crop Flare Pant, $88.50
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Boden Diane Sweater, $118 + Richmond 7/8 Pant, $88.50
Where to get the crops...
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Boden Bistro Crop, $44.25 minus 20%, also in navy
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H&M Slacks, $14.99
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H&M Slacks, $14.99
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GAP Bi-stretch Skinny Ankle Pant, 16 colors & prints, $24.97-$69.95 minus 40%
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J. Crew Factory Derby Wash High-rise Skinny Jean with 29 in Inseam, $42.50
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Zara Skinny Mid-rise Trousers, 7 colors, $39.90
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H&M Slim-fit Pants, 3 colors, $14.99
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H&M Slim-fit Pants, 13 colors, $14.99
Crops & long tops on me...
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J. Crew sleeveless sweater & Boden crops
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J. Crew sleeveless sweater & Boden crops
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