maryannscraps
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Post by maryannscraps on Mar 8, 2019 15:42:23 GMT
I like what I see. None of it is groundbreaking fashion, but I don’t think that’s the point of the challenge. I can shop my closet for most of it, so I love that. I love stripes, white jeans, and denim and olive jackets. I love paperbag waist pants, but it’s not a style that’s flattering on me. I never thought I’d say this, but I’m a little tired of leopard print shoes. LOL, I'd wear my leopard print shoes every day if I could. I'm nowhere near sick of them yet. I might even get a second pair in a different style. |
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Post by Merge on Mar 8, 2019 16:03:17 GMT
I like what I see. None of it is groundbreaking fashion, but I don’t think that’s the point of the challenge. I can shop my closet for most of it, so I love that. I love stripes, white jeans, and denim and olive jackets. I love paperbag waist pants, but it’s not a style that’s flattering on me. I never thought I’d say this, but I’m a little tired of leopard print shoes. LOL, I'd wear my leopard print shoes every day if I could. I'm nowhere near sick of them yet. I might even get a second pair in a different style. I have leopard sandals and loafers, and am keeping an eye out for a pair of mules.  |
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Dalai Mama
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Post by Dalai Mama on Mar 8, 2019 16:29:18 GMT
I’ll go against the grain and say that I love it. I’ll be subbing out the patterned bottoms on Day 3 (&10) but everything else for me is a go. I’ve ordered both the paper bag pants and the skirt from H&M - I figure I can wear the pants in round one and save the skirt for round two (if this f*cking winter ever ends).
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PrettyInPeank
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Post by PrettyInPeank on Mar 8, 2019 19:31:20 GMT
I love the capsule! Fresh and just a touch of trend. I am willing to give the paper bag waist, high waist, and stripes a go. I love how I have less and less to buy as i do more capsules.
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Post by kels99 on Mar 8, 2019 21:45:19 GMT
I found some cute (subtly) patterned pants at Costco today. Haven't tried them on yet, but hoping they'll work.
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Post by mom on Mar 9, 2019 4:20:08 GMT
Soooo today I got a Jcrew package with the button up jeans. I had to size up one size (and I am usually predictable in JC jeans). I was standing in my closet in front of my full length mirror and DH walked in and asked if I was seriously going to wear those jeans. He HATES the button fly (and to be honest, I look better in other styles). So those are going back. I am still on the look out for coral jeans...has anyone worn jeans from YOOX?
I made a list of what I think I will be getting for this challenge, and its really not a bunch. I had decided NOT to order the pink trench coat because it never rains here and of course, we are expecting a week of rain next week. I am going to head to Maurices tomorrow and see if they have it in stock.
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Post by lucillebluth on Mar 9, 2019 14:21:08 GMT
I'm reasonably happy with this challenge. I've nixed a few things (for now, at least): button-front jeans, paper-bag wastes, and patterned pants. Also the olive jacket, but I'll keep my eye out for one. Not gonna do the pattern mixing. I bought a couple of tops, and the Maurice's trench in beige (thanks, Gennifer!). I'll most likely also do the work capsule. What I'm stuck on right now are the purses. I haven't ever had a whole wardrobe of purses--I carry a tote bag to work and have one nice purse (black leather). Then last year I bought the round woven summer bag on the challenge, and I loved it, and got so many compliments. So I probably could use a purse or two in between the winter black and the summer straw one that I plan to carry again. Has anyone bought any of the purses on the list? Any reviews? |
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AmandaA
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Post by AmandaA on Mar 9, 2019 14:26:53 GMT
Soooo today I got a Jcrew package with the button up jeans. I had to size up one size (and I am usually predictable in JC jeans). I was standing in my closet in front of my full length mirror and DH walked in and asked if I was seriously going to wear those jeans. He HATES the button fly (and to be honest, I look better in other styles). So those are going back. I am still on the look out for coral jeans...has anyone worn jeans from YOOX? I made a list of what I think I will be getting for this challenge, and its really not a bunch. I had decided NOT to order the pink trench coat because it never rains here and of course, we are expecting a week of rain next week. I am going to head to Maurices tomorrow and see if they have it in stock. I bet my DH would be the opposite... button fly jeans were from his HS/college years and he would probably love me putting on a pair of those and teasing up my hair with some Aquanet 😂. My JCF package was a flop- the red blouses went back. The overall length didn’t bother me, but the slit up the side was flirting with showing skin which isn’t the look I am going for most days. I was the one who asked about the coral pants on the Facebook group and never heard from anyone who ordered those. There was an additional percent off going on and I was thinking about ordering them. My eBay ones fit but are a little more orange than I was hoping. And re: the Maurice’s trench- it isn’t a raincoat at all. It is more of a lightweight chino fabric. I love the color and style, but worry that the fabric is thin enough that it won’t hold its shape well and will wrinkle pretty easily. But I might still keep it and flip the outfit with the red top and trench to a cream blouse with the bright pink coat, maybe. |
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Post by freecharlie on Mar 9, 2019 15:56:20 GMT
Hmmm so I just went to sign up thinking if I don’t care for it canget a refund but it appears that’s no longer the case. Now I gotta decide if I want it or not.....hmmmm.  that sucks, I probably wont do it again as it is a waste if I hate the clothes. |
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Post by mom on Mar 9, 2019 16:11:12 GMT
Soooo today I got a Jcrew package with the button up jeans. I had to size up one size (and I am usually predictable in JC jeans). I was standing in my closet in front of my full length mirror and DH walked in and asked if I was seriously going to wear those jeans. He HATES the button fly (and to be honest, I look better in other styles). So those are going back. I am still on the look out for coral jeans...has anyone worn jeans from YOOX? I made a list of what I think I will be getting for this challenge, and its really not a bunch. I had decided NOT to order the pink trench coat because it never rains here and of course, we are expecting a week of rain next week. I am going to head to Maurices tomorrow and see if they have it in stock. I bet my DH would be the opposite... button fly jeans were from his HS/college years and he would probably love me putting on a pair of those and teasing up my hair with some Aquanet 😂. My JCF package was a flop- the red blouses went back. The overall length didn’t bother me, but the slit up the side was flirting with showing skin which isn’t the look I am going for most days. I was the one who asked about the coral pants on the Facebook group and never heard from anyone who ordered those. There was an additional percent off going on and I was thinking about ordering them. My eBay ones fit but are a little more orange than I was hoping. And re: the Maurice’s trench- it isn’t a raincoat at all. It is more of a lightweight chino fabric. I love the color and style, but worry that the fabric is thin enough that it won’t hold its shape well and will wrinkle pretty easily. But I might still keep it and flip the outfit with the red top and trench to a cream blouse with the bright pink coat, maybe. Doh....I knew that. Brain fart. |
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johnnysmom
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Post by johnnysmom on Mar 9, 2019 16:25:15 GMT
I went ahead and joined, I’m bored selling basketball tournament tickets and cannot be trusted with a paypal password 😆
It seems pretty decent I’ll make some subs (the pattern mixing is a firm hell no) mostly to shop from my closet but it feels springy which is nice to see today. Gives me hope that this 30* weather will eventually end.
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AmandaA
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Post by AmandaA on Mar 9, 2019 16:59:19 GMT
I thought this was a little funny... went to Lands End to see if they had a more substantial trench and found this picture. Pretty darn close to day 19 for anyone looking for a one stop shop to build their capsule. Attachments:
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Gennifer
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Post by Gennifer on Mar 9, 2019 17:01:33 GMT
I was the one who asked about the coral pants on the Facebook group and never heard from anyone who ordered those. We need a Pea batsignal for the FB group. Something so I can recognize all my Pea friends! |
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PrettyInPeank
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Post by PrettyInPeank on Mar 9, 2019 17:05:33 GMT
I'm buying that trench! I found a 50% off code if you need it.
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PrettyInPeank
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Post by PrettyInPeank on Mar 9, 2019 17:08:02 GMT
Hmmm so I just went to sign up thinking if I don’t care for it canget a refund but it appears that’s no longer the case. Now I gotta decide if I want it or not.....hmmmm. that sucks, I probably wont do it again as it is a waste if I hate the clothes. Wait, are they no longer offering refunds at all? Or are they saying, "IF you click this box, you get all outfits immediately BUT there will be no refunds because you have all the outfits." |
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AmandaA
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Post by AmandaA on Mar 9, 2019 17:14:41 GMT
I was the one who asked about the coral pants on the Facebook group and never heard from anyone who ordered those. We need a Pea batsignal for the FB group. Something so I can recognize all my Pea friends! I would be pretty easy to figure out with my super obscure username here 😂. I recognized a pea looking at posts last night, but didn’t call her out since she doesn’t use her name here. If only there was a pea pod emoji to signal our alters. |
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keithurbanlovinpea
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Post by keithurbanlovinpea on Mar 9, 2019 17:55:49 GMT
that sucks, I probably wont do it again as it is a waste if I hate the clothes. Wait, are they no longer offering refunds at all? Or are they saying, "IF you click this box, you get all outfits immediately BUT there will be no refunds because you have all the outfits." No more refund period at all |
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PrettyInPeank
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Post by PrettyInPeank on Mar 9, 2019 18:12:43 GMT
Huh, that's too bad.
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Post by mom on Mar 9, 2019 19:07:30 GMT
I was the one who asked about the coral pants on the Facebook group and never heard from anyone who ordered those. We need a Pea batsignal for the FB group. Something so I can recognize all my Pea friends! We do! |
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scrappinmama
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Post by scrappinmama on Mar 9, 2019 20:27:48 GMT
Hmmm so I just went to sign up thinking if I don’t care for it canget a refund but it appears that’s no longer the case. Now I gotta decide if I want it or not.....hmmmm. I signed up thinking it was the same as the old way. I didn't read the fine print. That's totally on me. But I don't like a lot of the outfits, so now I'm stuck. I think I will just have to supplement a lot of it. |
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Post by Kerri W on Mar 9, 2019 20:33:42 GMT
I’m ok with the change. Some of the feedback I gave was that I wanted to see the outfits earlier. If I know *how* something is going to be styled, it may change what I purchase. I wouldn’t choose some of the fun fluttery sleeves to go under a cardigan. Or if it’s mainly going to be used as a layering piece, I want to know so I don’t buy long sleeves and end up too hot.
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PrettyInPeank
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Post by PrettyInPeank on Mar 9, 2019 20:47:43 GMT
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Post by ellen on Mar 9, 2019 23:49:46 GMT
I like the capsule. I already have a lot of items on the list and since my weather window for spring clothes is small I plan to figure out more ways to use what I have. I really looked over last years capsule too. I spent some time putting together an order from Loft. There are some polka dot pants at Maurice’s that I want, but I’m going to wait for a sale. I also want a pair of tied waist pants, but I want to try them on in a store.
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ComplicatedLady
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Post by ComplicatedLady on Mar 10, 2019 0:18:50 GMT
I went and looked at it after reading this thread.
I have most of the items—or at least something comparable to substitute.
I tried metallic shoes with one of the other challenges and didn’t like them, so I’ll sub something for those.
Same for white tennis shoes.
There is a pair of neutral pants I’m tempted to buy from Nordstrom. I don’t need them but they are cute.
I suck at pattern mixing though so I’ll either sub solids or figure something out depending on the outfit.
I lasted about three days on the winter challenge, so we’ll see how long I stick with this one.
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Post by Clair on Mar 10, 2019 0:34:36 GMT
I think the spring capsule is pretty good.
There are a few things I don’t like so I’ll just completely skip them.
I use GYPO a little different than intended. My first capsule (fall) - I bought a lot of items that i didn’tlike or were just not me. Winter and now spring I do my own thing. I get inspiration from the prompts and clothing pieces but use what I like and fits my style. Ive added new things —leopard, metallics, different colors etc to my wardrobe but still wear what I know looks good on me.
Unless I’ve missed something I feel more info about how to wear some of the styles would be nice. Pattern mixing is a skill and can be great but is easy to do wrong - no pattern mixing for me - I just can’t do it right. Info on proportion would be nice too.
I did buy the annual membership because I really enjoy GYPO overall.
Has anyone ever wondered how much Alison makes in affiliate links? I bet she she does quite well. More power to her.
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Gennifer
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Post by Gennifer on Mar 10, 2019 3:34:39 GMT
Has anyone ever wondered how much Alison makes in affiliate links? I bet she she does quite well. More power to her. She has to be making a ton. There are always over 1K in the FB groups, and I bet that not all sign up for the group. Even if it was just that many, you’re talking ~$160K. |
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PrettyInPeank
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Post by PrettyInPeank on Mar 10, 2019 3:52:12 GMT
I think the spring capsule is pretty good. There are a few things I don’t like so I’ll just completely skip them. I use GYPO a little different than intended. My first capsule (fall) - I bought a lot of items that i didn’tlike or were just not me. Winter and now spring I do my own thing. I get inspiration from the prompts and clothing pieces but use what I like and fits my style. Ive added new things —leopard, metallics, different colors etc to my wardrobe but still wear what I know looks good on me. Unless I’ve missed something I feel more info about how to wear some of the styles would be nice. Pattern mixing is a skill and can be great but is easy to do wrong - no pattern mixing for me - I just can’t do it right. Info on proportion would be nice too. I did buy the annual membership because I really enjoy GYPO overall. Has anyone ever wondered how much Alison makes in affiliate links? I bet she she does quite well. More power to her. And she has her own accessory line now, too! She's a smart business woman! |
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PrettyInPeank
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Post by PrettyInPeank on Mar 10, 2019 3:59:13 GMT
Has anyone ordered the navy Amazon skirt?
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Post by Kymberlee on Mar 10, 2019 7:58:43 GMT
Soooo today I got a Jcrew package with the button up jeans. I had to size up one size (and I am usually predictable in JC jeans). I was standing in my closet in front of my full length mirror and DH walked in and asked if I was seriously going to wear those jeans. He HATES the button fly (and to be honest, I look better in other styles). So those are going back. I am still on the look out for coral jeans...has anyone worn jeans from YOOX? I made a list of what I think I will be getting for this challenge, and its really not a bunch. I had decided NOT to order the pink trench coat because it never rains here and of course, we are expecting a week of rain next week. I am going to head to Maurices tomorrow and see if they have it in stock. I actually ordered those jeans cuz I thought they were super cute. Can you tell me if they have a bit of stretch in them? I so hope they fit me, but I’m not optimistic. Jeans hate me. |
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Post by mom on Mar 10, 2019 17:02:49 GMT
Soooo today I got a Jcrew package with the button up jeans. I had to size up one size (and I am usually predictable in JC jeans). I was standing in my closet in front of my full length mirror and DH walked in and asked if I was seriously going to wear those jeans. He HATES the button fly (and to be honest, I look better in other styles). So those are going back. I am still on the look out for coral jeans...has anyone worn jeans from YOOX? I made a list of what I think I will be getting for this challenge, and its really not a bunch. I had decided NOT to order the pink trench coat because it never rains here and of course, we are expecting a week of rain next week. I am going to head to Maurices tomorrow and see if they have it in stock. I actually ordered those jeans cuz I thought they were super cute. Can you tell me if they have a bit of stretch in them? I so hope they fit me, but I’m not optimistic. Jeans hate me. No, I don't think they have much stretch at all. There might be a tiny amount, but not a lot at all. |
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