Fall Clothes Shopping
 

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I found this fascinating blog post explaining the cutbacks in plus sizes:

The Real Reason That Ann Taylor Hates Plus Sizes

oh no, I'm really interested in this but the pictures don't show up!

My autumn colour choices are berry reds and blues, with the odd rich purply colour. I guess that'll make me neither casual nor classic but 'unusual'. That'll do!

Sorry you can't see the photos! Here's a link to the color charts: Autumn/Winter 2009/2010 The colors may be right up your alley! :)

I wonder if Hawaii has Autumn fashions (that's where I live most of the year). :lol: We don't really have seasons, much.

Meg, Hawaii is my dream vacation!

I was so surprised when I went shopping in Naples, FL and they had winter clothes in the stores, like heavy sweaters and even winter coats. :?: Maybe it's because they think the snowbirds will shop and take winter clothes home??

Hey Meg--OT, but I have a theory (or set of theories) about that (Florida stores). One is that some transplants from the North just will not give up their Northern lifestyles. These folks still have overstuffed furniture in their houses as though living in New England. They keep their houses at 72 degrees in the summer so they can wear their typical clothes.

Another is that people who live in Florida do acclimate, and we do have seasons. It was "cold" here last winter, to those who live here. Gosh, we had on our long pants, long sleeved shirts, jackets, mufflers... thin blooded, we are! And a fire in the fireplace on those morning when it was below 40. Why, we had frost on the grass many mornings! (I know... it's different from real cold...)

And finally, I think stores don't even plan regionally. They figure someone in Fla. in the winter may be buying gifts for the folks up North, and they aren't going to send home a shorts set...

I really think some of those colors are nice, but I hardly pay attention to "casual" vs. "classic" vs. whatever it was...

Jay

Yes, you do get acclimated. If it drops below 70 now, I feel "cold." I wear long sleeves everywhere anyway (not heavy sweaters though), because I absolutely refuse to get a tan. :p

My dad always marvels at the golfers in Naples who wear stocking caps and gloves when the temperature falls into the 50s. :dizzy: And Jay, it just kills me when people move to FL and buy the same furniture as they had up north. I've walked into condos of my parents' friends that are typical Florida on the outside and typical Indiana on the inside. Very bizarre indeed.

Meg, do you buy seasonal clothes at all for Hawaii? Or is pretty much the same things all year round?

Interesting article about the plus sizes, thank you. I have just been shopping yesterday and when I tried things in a shop called Mango noticed that all the L sizes are French/Italian/Spanish L`s and equal US/UK S`s. When I asked what`s the largest size they offer they said LX, so that`s an M. Yet, I saw no XL on the hangers (probably all taken).

Other European companies (Kookai, Zara) have added more generous sizes for the British market (not a compliment, of course, but much appreciated!) and it was a nice surprise to find that I now fit in a Zara M (while Mango L is still too small!)

Stella

I haven't picked up any clothes for fall yet (except from Kohl's, Ann Taylor, and J. Jill's clearance racks -LAST year's fall/winter clothes). Only a year into maintenance, I am still filling out some holes in my wardrobe, so I will be checking the sales with an eagle eye.

I have a few pieces in the "chic" colors, but most of my wardrobe tends to fit into "classic". Not much from the casual palette.

At this point - ANY color except black is wonderful (all those years of wearing black), but I'm having a hard time actually BUYING other colors. Somehow the black items jump into my cart/hands and scream "buy me".

EDIT:
I just ordered a few more fall pieces from Kohl's (stackable promo codes and clearance racks are definitely a weakness for me). Colors purchased: white, Mazarne Blue, Fuchsia Rose, Aqua Silver, and black.

:rofl: at the "classic" colours - they are the paint pallette we use for whatever house we're renting. We have various rooms in the yellows, greens, and browns :p.

I can't wear anything pink or red (I am really pink-faced) so the chic colours are out for me too :(.

Not that I really pay attention to all this. I tend to wear green and purple, orange, some black (getting kinda old for that) but now leaning toward grey as a neutral, and whatever patterns appeal to me.

I really don't need any more fall/winter clothes :dizzy: except for a dressier coat. I'm getting that "gently used" at the designer store if I can find one I like.

And some green and/or purple cords if I can find them.

Don't get me started on the shoes :devil: though - that's my weakness. I keep finding pairs in the back of the closet that I bought a couple of years ago :o and haven't worn yet!

And if there's Christmas music playing while I'm wearing shorts there is something badly wrong with that scenario.

Dagmar (to the mansion born) :p

FALL clothes?!?!

I'm still waiting for summer here. It has been a COLD summer so far. I had a week in Houston and I'm going to Southern California next week and want to wear my new summer clothes!!

It's been in the high 90's here the past week or so, so it's hard for me to think of fall clothes but I know it's right around the corner. I really, really want a pair of corduroy pants this year, but I refuse to get them until my gut gets a little flatter. Maybe I should make that my next goal? I don't really follow the "trends" for colors; I tend to buy the colors that flatter my complexion, which are the cooler colors. I saw a lot of pretty oranges and yellows out there in the summer clothes, but alas, I can't wear those at all or people ask me if I'm not feeling well LOL.

I was trying things on the other day and was very relieved that I can once again fit into my cute winter wool coat. I was too chunky for it last year and I can easily zip it up this year! Yay!

I can't wear yellow either, though it's so sunny and cheerful.

I found this Virginia Woolf quote from her diary that made me think:

:chin: So what is my infatuation with clothes?

I think my love of clothes is because they're a big part of my motivation to keep the weight off. It seems like a trite reason but one of the biggest things I missed during the obese decades was being able to wear cute little clothes. As a result, I barely bought anything (not that there was much of a selection in my size) and didn't care how I looked since I only wanted to be invisible. Now I'm willing to be put myself out there and be noticed. So I'm making up for lost time! :o

I like those fall colors! I would prefer slightly richer colors but those colors in general look pretty good on me.

I haven't done any fall shopping -- barely did some summer shopping a couple weeks ago. I did, however, buy a fabric shaver so my fall sweaters that are all pilled up will be wearable again.

I went shopping at Chico's yesterday and the browns seem to be abundant along with rusts, etc. I have a really hard time thinking about fall clothing at this time of the year--goodness it's well over 105 degrees here! I got a pair of shorts and some half-priced flip-flops. I did try on a lot of capri pants, but didn't like the fit (tight at the bottom, more like peddle pushers than capris, and since I have rather large calves, they were kind of tight and I didn't like that). I also went to Talbots, but meh. Nothing there to inspire me.

What is it with BROWN? This is like the 3rd season it's the hot color for fall. I don't want to look like the UPS guy anymore!. IDK, it's just not a very flattering color on me.

I'm nervous about fall. I have 1 pair of old jeans that fit and that is it! YIKES!

:lol: Allison, most of the capris I find have legs that are too wide! They don't work for me with my short legs. Though DH tells me he's never seen anyone look good in capris! I ignore him....

Wow I just realized that this site has been up for a long time.

At my weight, I actually hate going shopping, its like a workout in its self.

I like wearing neutrals with a pop of color here or there on my handbag or a scarf, shoes or jewelry that goes with the season. LOL--come to think of it, that's exactly how I decorate too.

Funny you say that about your DH. My hubby, his father, my brother and 2 brother in laws all had a discussion about Capri's at Christmas. (Don't ask me how the conversation came up??) The general consensus was they all hated the way they look on girls. I knew my dh didn't like them so I only have owned a few pair over the years, but when all the rest of the guys agreed with him, it kind of made me wonder how other men outside my crazy family felt.

I guess the moral of this story is: If you are trying to catch a man, don't chase him in Capri's...:D

I'm hoping Ann Taylor gets some cuter stuff next season, they were so DREARY this spring (taupe, black, grey, brown and the patterns were smeary).

I'm also tired of wispy thin cardigans. I'm a pretty small person, but I hate a cardigan that emphasizes every roll and bra lump!

Hmmm, I have shirts in my closet from all three color palettes. :) So far for fall all I've done is order new black pants from Land's End (in a smaller size!). I just hate how black twill/cotton pants fade no matter how careful I am to wash inside out and not put in the dryer. Grrrr. Same thing with black socks.

I use the special "dark colours" cold water stuff for DH's ahem "fat" wardrobe - all black for the last couple of years. The stuff still fades but it takes much longer to do so.

And capris only look good on tall people because they cut your legs in two. I bought two pairs on a whim a couple of years ago, had them shortened a bit so they hit in the right spot, and left them hanging in my closet. They hid my thighs but didn't do anything else flattering for me.

Dagmar

I'm 5'7" and I adore capris. I have linen ones in black, neutral, purple, brown and navy blue! My workplace is business casual and they are one of my favorite easy things to wear to work. I hadn't realized I should be grateful for my height - I would miss my capris!

I've heard just the opposite before, actually, that on taller girls capris look funny because it just looks like you bought pants that were too short for you. I guess they just don't look that good on anyone. :lol:

My MIL can't wear capris, but she buys Bermuda shorts and they're long enough to double as capris for her!!! BTW, I love being tall. I rub it into DH as often as I can (he "claims" to be 5'9" but he's either shrunk or never really got measured correctly. I'm 5'8".)

Wow yeah I have still been buying summer clothes...haven't even thought about fall shopping yet! Isn't it a bit early?

Fall shopping? I'm still trying to garner enough of a Summer wardrobe. I still cannot find a skirt or dress. My friends say that I am too picky. I only have 1 pair of brown work pants and 1 pair of blue jeans (both found at garage sales). And the jeans, while super cute and flattering, are a little too short for the fall. Today I'm wearing them with flip-flops, but I'm afraid that they will look like floods with normal shoes. I do have 3 pairs of capris that I have been alternating for work over the summer.

While I do love shopping and trying on clothes because so much more actually fits and looks good on me now, I've become pretty fussy too. I used to pretty much buy whatever fit well, but my standards have gone up. That and it's expensive replacing an entire wardrobe. I think that I'm kinda "shopped out" for now. I have bought quite bit but there is so much more that I need/want? I go back and forth. It seems like I am shopping much more frequently these days...

I haven't even begun to think about fall clothing shopping... but what a fun idea! =) I never pay much attention to what the fashion trends are, but I really like those "earthy" colors so it sounds like I'll be trendy this fall!

Talbots store and online is giving 40% off their sale prices. There are some amazing bargains! The best part is that a lot of the colors and styles aren't just for summer, so I'll be able to wear the things I got this fall and winter. :carrot:

DH and I are in New Mexico and I went to a Jones New York factory outlet in Santa Fe today. Everything was marked down, then everything on sale was another 40% off, then I had a 20% off coupon. Insanely cheap, it would have been a crime not to shop!

I got a gorgeous aqua linen summer jacket for $19.99, marked down from $219. I also got a bunch of fall things: sweaters, a skirt, and a silk blouse. Now the trick is to figure out how to get it all home. :dizzy:

There were lots of rich browns, purple, and teal for fall. It looks like skirts with tall boots are going to be a big look.

Has anyone been shopping? What do you think of the styles and colors? :)

Fashion changes, style is forever.

I just went and bought several pair of pants since none of mine fit anymore, at Goodwill! Got a pair of velveteen jeans and matching jacket, a pair of black with white pinstripe jeans, a pair of leather pants and a rose jacquard skirt... all in black of course. My hair is like 4 different colours, so I can only wear stuff that goes with it and I still love black best.

I haven't really checked out the mall or seen what is popular beyond Target which is having a worst of the '80's fest.

I'm thankful that I am finding SOME things in deep colors - last year I vowed to ditch my predominantly black wardrobe and had a tough time finding anything except black, gray, navy and brown. I'm liking the new colors.

I'm not thrilled with the abundance of plaid I'm seeing. And, I'm not buying capri leggings either. But, I love the skirt and boot trend - I'm DEFINITELY in the market for a great pair of boots!
I LOVE the sweaters out there - just not the prices. I dug out my knitting needles yesterday. I'm 1/4 of the way through a beautiful earthy green chunky cardigan :)

WOW! I'm so impressed by people who can knit and sew. I am left-handed and that presented huge problems for those trying to teach me home ec long ago. My grandmother tried to teach me knitting but she couldn't wrap her brain around the left-handed part and declared me as incompetent as my mom. Little did gramma know that mom just hated knitting, crocheting, etc. and pretended to be a fumble fingers.

Dagmar

boho/rockstar chic
 

I'm reverting back to the look I had in my 20's but with a great deal more sophistication.

My style model would be Anita Pallenberg (used to be girlfriend of various Rolling Stones members) when she was in the film "Performance" with Mick Jagger.

Just bought several curvy fit shirts in paisley (one purple, one grey) and one in a cream coloured lace. I normally don't wear anything so girly but this will fit with jeans and my skull belt nicely. And a black/paisley pullover with beading and burnout sleeves. Again worn with jeans.

Also two pairs of cords in deep green and indigo to go with exisiting sweaters. And I have a pair of chunky heeled brown bootie things that are super comy so far. I do refuse to wear the booties with the cut out toes - I don't do "dumb" impractical fashion.

Now all I need are some studded leather accents and I'm set! Also maybe some accessories from Betsey Johnson - she's got a kooky aesthetic that I really like.

Funny how losing 15 lbs. put me in a completely different mindset for how to present myself. I used to hide. Now I flaunt. I'm going to be insufferable :p (and very, very broke) when I get to my original goal weight!

Happy shopping!

Dagmar

Because of my coloring, I am a Fall girl--I really like rusts and browns on me. I also have noticed that I really like deep jewel tones on my skin.

Now I LOVE ME some exciting colors--crisp apple green and bubblegum pink, etc. But they don't look good with my coloring! :( Boo hoo.

One thing I am really into right now is anything Eastern looking. I also very much like my low-rise jeans that have a slight flare to them. I also like super thin and fitted pieces for my top--great layering a couple together.

Meg - my current favorite pair of pants is from Jones New York... they have an outlet near me, I have to go check it out!

Shannon, I love Jones pants because they're cut the right way for my shape. Lots of pants are too big in the waist for me, so I get that stupid gap in the back of the waistband. I love the Jones pants that have the 4" wide band around the slightly lowered waist and no pockets at all. They just fit me perfectly.