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bosatlbwi

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so I want to get a spring parka. something like an m65 or a trail parka, in olive preferably. ideally something used but I'm struggling to find anything available after searching for my normal brands. i'm an xs, so if anyone's seen anything on y!jp/rakuten/etc., give me a shout. tempted to just get an alpha m65 but i've heard the fit leaves something to be desired...
 
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oooo that's a crazy good deal but not really the aesthetic i'm going for fabric wise. looking for something more millitary/workwear. someone should grab that isaora though!
 

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CDG Trousers - wanting something a bit more work-wear inspired than my current mix of Denim + Schneider. CDG does something like this every season, I think. Not sure about the taper, can't tell if it's too much.

https://www.farfetch.com/ae/shoppin...t-skinny-tailored-trousers-item-12262329.aspx

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CDG Trousers - wanting something a bit more work-wear inspired than my current mix of Denim + Schneider. CDG does something like this every season, I think. Not sure about the taper, can't tell if it's too much.

https://www.farfetch.com/ae/shoppin...t-skinny-tailored-trousers-item-12262329.aspx

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From the picture you showed the tapering doesn’t seem too aggressive, but on the product shot for farfetch seems really tapered... I would say you can pass it if you’re not sure because I feel you could find similar style with other brands.
 

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AnnD long blazer women.

Still on a hunt for a black “casual” blazer, I found this long blazer for women and it seems really cool. I wonder if I should with more “normal” silhouette blazer like this?
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My style is kinda SLP with a mixed of other loose silhouette and draped clothing. I want to to work with something fun/experimental, yet subtle. My age kinda allow more “play” with the clothes
 

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are you looking to cross dress? that's a decidedly womanly cut
 

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Not really, just trying out different fit and cut... yeah it’s definitely more womanly cut. What about the third blazer? Which is more normal.

I feel like you could use more concrete idea of what you're going for. I don't understand what "SLP with a drapier, looser cut" means because SLP is all about a very fitted silhouette. Almost like what you'd see on some strung out, heroin rocker from the '90s or something.

The other black jacket is fine, but it just depends on what you want.
 
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CDG Trousers - wanting something a bit more work-wear inspired than my current mix of Denim + Schneider. CDG does something like this every season, I think. Not sure about the taper, can't tell if it's too much.

https://www.farfetch.com/ae/shoppin...t-skinny-tailored-trousers-item-12262329.aspx

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I recently started wearing these AllSaints cropped trousers instead of jeans. Ended up buying a couple different pairs. I believe it is the Carlow Trouser. They've got a few different similar pants though.
 

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I feel like you could use more concrete idea of what you're going for. I don't understand what "SLP with a drapier, looser cut" means because SLP is all about a very fitted silhouette. Almost like what you'd see on some strung out, heroin rocker from the '90s or something.

The other black jacket is fine, but it just depends on what you want.
My bad, I couldn’t really explain what’s my style... like sometimes I go with really fitted clothes, and sometimes mix with more relaxed silhouette (like Lemaire) because I’m still prior comfort when going to classes. And I just want a casual black blazer to go with most of my clothes, which is mostly dark tone or black. Hope it makes sens
 

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My bad, I couldn’t really explain what’s my style... like sometimes I go with really fitted clothes, and sometimes mix with more relaxed silhouette (like Lemaire) because I’m still prior comfort when going to classes. And I just want a casual black blazer to go with most of my clothes, which is mostly dark tone or black. Hope it makes sens

I think these are all really different references. Ann D, SLP, Lemaire, etc. It's OK to have different aesthetics in your wardrobe, but before anyone can say whether something is worth buying, it would help to know how you want to dress. "Dark toned" and "black" aren't really specific enough.
 

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