Dressing Young 2026

I used to buy a fair amount from jjill, especially their sweaters but the local store closed and I haven’t looked at their stuff online much.
I recently ordered several things from Quince and I’m very happy with my purchases. I got these pants in two colors:

They’re a medium weight and fit very well, great quality for the price, nice basic pants for fall and winter.
I also got this sweater which I really like:

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I couldn’t keep myself from buying these adorable sneakerinas (or sneakerjays?):slight_smile:

https://www.nordstrom.com/s/on-running-cloudnova-moon-mary-jane/9213476

Plan on wearing them with my ALC bubble skirt and a cropped sweater.

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Cute! And they look very comfy

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Those are cute!

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That sounds like an adorable outfit!

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Please post an OOTD when you do!

I’ve been happy with everything I’ve purchased from Quince. It’s my go-to for basics or when I like a style someplace else but don’t need it to be $300 worth of cashmere. I’ve also bought their bedding, and my daughter bought a bunch of their bath towels and was impressed with their quality.

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Those are darling!

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Yes I would love to see a photo of the whole outfit!

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Yes I’ve also been happy with all my Quince things. I have multiple of their cashmere sweaters, a couple of pairs of jeans, two purses and a few sleeveless tops. Now you’re tempting me with those pants!

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Will post when I have a chance! :slight_smile:

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I found a nice cropped cardigan today at Nordstrom Rack, thin soft material. Brand is Abound, new to me. I picked the beige oatmeal color, but the light grey was tempting too. $29.97 price seemed good.

Was happy they had XS. The arms are a bit long, but lol I see same is true on the pictured model. I of course will wear it over a shirt (or dress)… definitely not one to show my navel in public;)
https://www.nordstromrack.com/s/abound-classic-crewneck-cardigan/7886847?color=beige+oatmeal+light+heather&size=medium&utm_source=gad&utm_medium=pdshp&utm_term=ntcmp&utm_content=at~pla&utm_creative_format=AG~ALL+PRODUCT&gclsrc=aw.ds&gad_source=1&gad_campaignid=11114824009&gbraid=0AAAAADlYBgvJ38aUQpVA6C_BsTkxAvtJ2&gclid=Cj0KCQjw6ObWBhDDARIsAFdfcUjEVSnrwX_jSjtGvmex5PGt5_eQKnJdscZ3HLKjQ0bTK65XEZyxZhMaAojNEALw_wcB

Also bought a Madewell black tshirt, $18.99. Didn’t realize Nordstrom Rack carried that brand.

So what is so special about Rag & Bone brand? Was surprised to see jeans for $99 (retail $258).

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Thank you so much for posting the link! I just ordered a navy gingham jumpsuit from Splendid (for an upcoming vacation) and was looking for a thinner material cardigan in a red color to wear with it. I think the one you posted will work nicely and at a great pricepoint! Now I just need some navy sandals, which for some reason seem to be a unicorn.

I have a couple of tops from Rag & Bone (that I’ve gotten on sale from NR, of course) and I know there have been positive reviews on here about their sweat pant jeans. I think I did try a pair of their regular jeans once and liked the fit but didn’t end up keeping them for some reason.

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Cute cardigan! The arms do look a mile long though - I’d be rolling/folding up those sleeves immediately- I cannot do long LONG sleeves.

For many years the NR I go to has had a round rack of Madewell items.

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I have two pairs of Rag and Bone pants. They are the softest, most comfortable and flattering pants I own. I have one of their tops as well which is nice but I don’t rave about it like the pants. All purchased at the Rack.

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I think of rag and bone as a premium denim line.

I don’t think I have ever tried on a pair because they don’t come in petite sizes but if they did, I would definitely try the Miramar sweatpants jean.

Premium denim isn’t for everyone but to me I find the fabric to be superior to a lower price point. They tend to be softer, they don’t stretch out after wear and the finish to be elevated.

I have a pair of mother jeans that never stretch, fit well and wash up nicely.

Sometimes I think I should have never tried an expensive pair of jeans because once I did, I was hooked. Like I say not for everyone.

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I’m petite too - my one pair of R&B jeans I wear with heels. They are a “dress” jean as they are dark washed and have a thin black leather “stripe” down the sides. My other pair were “cropped” but the length and proportions fit me perfectly. (I’m 5’3)

They do have the sweatpants jean in “cropped” so I tried them on but they looked ridiculous on me. Just way too much fabric and not flattering for my body type.

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I am 5’2". I have 2 pair of beloved NYDJ jeans… glad I splurged. Both Marilyn style (which I was surprised/pleased 8 years later to see online they offer). The black is petite length, and I can wear a medium height heel or boot. The dark tan pair I think is cropped - regular length, but I wear with flats.

A few months ago, I splurged on Madewell black jeans (with a sale and a 25% off birthday discount). They will hem for free, with suggestion you wait til after washed. They are regular length, still unwashed - so far, I’m likely to not shorten them.

Curious - do you all buy/wear seasonally themed clothing? My social media feeds are now filled with graphic sweaters and tees adorned with Christmas trees, “Merry,” and similar - along with a plethora of red plaid items.

How much do you embrace items with such short-lived time frames for wearing? Or do you tend to be more about wearing holiday colors such as red/green and blue/white? Or none of the above?

Never.

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No to themes, but our temperatures change so much over the seasons that I do tend to wear more fall colored clothes in the fall in winter that in spring and summer

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