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Toddlers: 12 - 24 Months
The dilemma of being 25.
I feel like I'm at the age where I can't find cute, stylish clothes that a. fit correctly and b. don't make me look like I just raided the junior's section at a department store.
It's hard to find cute clothes that fit well, last a while, and don't cost me $200 every time I want to find a flattering outfit.I am a young mom, not a frumpy grandma or a tween! Anyone else around my age have this issue? Where do you shop?
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Re: The dilemma of being 25.
Well, I'm 28 but sometimes I struggle with this. I think that you have to just be selective about WHAT you get, rather than where. Most of my clothes come from TJ Maxx or Ross. But I still shop in the juniors section. There's definitely stuff that I shy away from in there though.
I just got a bunch of clothes from Forever 21 and I don't think they look too "teeny bopper". I just make sure to mix and match (like wear my quality designer jeans with the Forever 21 top). If that all makes sense.
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I feel like I have this exact problem. New York and Company has some cute stylish clothes, but I like having more options. I love American Eagle for casual clothes, however dh and I had this discussion yesterday, and he told me he feels like I dress like some of his students ( He's a high school teacher) It's tough. He can find a great outfit at Eddie Bauer, but I feel like their women's section makes me look like I'm my mom's age, and I'm only 28.
I would appreciate some thoughts as well.
Welcome to the club, lol j/k.
I feel the same way, I don't fit the same clothing that I wore pre-baby or when I was 25.
I go to banana republic, express, the limited, guess, nordstrom, anthropologie, etc.. they have some outfits that that don't cost $200, and are not too tight or too frumpy. I like looking into the sales stuff alot though!
I'm 26 and about age 24 is when I really had a hard time finding stuff that was business, young(er) and stylish. I like Charolette Russe, Forever 21 and JCP. Typically the Forever 21 fits me pretty good, Charolette Russe is hit and miss.
This! But DH doesnt teach
But I feel the same way..I want to look stylish without looking like an old lady 
did you know you can join their Teacher Appreciation group and get 15% off everything in the store? It works for Ann Taylor also
Ditto everything except that I am 31 and not 28
. Ross and F21 are my go-to places. I pair less expensive tops with designer denim and ballet flats. I also tend to go with more classic accessories.
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Ditto everything except that I am 31 and not 28
. Ross and F21 are my go-to places. I pair less expensive tops with designer denim and ballet flats. I also tend to go with more classic accessories.
Go Phils!!
I mainly shop at JCP (by far my #1 store), Ann Taylor loft, Banana R., J Crew, NY&Co.
I think AE and such stopped fitting me well around 22-23.....certainly not post-kids. Their stuff is just too 'young'. I NEVER EVER shop junior's sections either, they don't fit a 'mom' body well and I just look like mutton dressed as lamb.
TJMaxx or Marshalls are great places to fin cute clothes, and if you have one nearby New York & Company have some great things too.
What I like best about those stores is they have accessories and shoes within the store to match to their clothing line.
This is a huge problem for me.
sigh.
With my job & clientele, I have to dress older & conservative. But I HATE looking like I'm 40 & not 27. Most of my work wardrobe is from Talbots or Ann Taylor. I have a few cardigans & slacks from NY&Co.
Weekend stuff -- mostly jeans & button-down shirts & cardigans.
I'm 23 and look young, so I totally understand where you are coming from. I try my best not to look like I could be on 16 & Pregnant!
Most of my clothes come from Nordstrom, Express, Banana Republic, and Macy's. If you are trying not to keep costs down definitely check out a Nordstrom Rack if they have one nearby. You can get awesome designer jeans, tops, shoes, etc. at a good discount.
For those of you shopping at F21, what the heck do you find there??? Everytime I walk by it's busting at the seams with 13 year olds, so I don't even bother going in. If it's worth it let me know!!!
Really?? I guess there is a big difference in how a 25 year old views fashion today and how a 40 year old (me) sees it. To me, I think women in their 20s and 30s have it easier. All the fashion forward clothes are more appropriate for your age, IMO. I tend to buy most of my clothes from Ann Taylor Loft nowadays because the stuff I like at Old Navy just seems to young for me.
As long as you don't shop in the Juniors (odd sizes) department at this point, you have endless options.
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I'm 26 and I shop mostly at Express, Maurices, Marshalls/TJ Maxx. Sometimes I find decent stuff at Old Navy, Kohls, AE.
My bigger problem is finding something to wear that isn't work clothes and isn't pajamas. I have tons of dressy clothes for when I was working and a lot of workout/lounging clothes, but I'm trying to build up my casual clothes. I never know what to wear just for everyday.