Replacement for Talbots?

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Anonymous wrote:Lafayette 148

I can’t figure out where the extra $$ comes from with this. I’m willing to pay those prices if there’s a reason but I haven’t been able to find it. It seems like just the same clothes as brands that cost 50% less.

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Anonymous wrote:Lafayette 148

I can’t figure out where the extra $$ comes from with this. I’m willing to pay those prices if there’s a reason but I haven’t been able to find it. It seems like just the same clothes as brands that cost 50% less.

The pieces that I have — mostly jackets, are very well-made, from decent fabrics. Even the linings are nicely done. If anything, I find them comparable to much more expensive designer lines at bridge prices, and a stellar value when I can find them on sale.

PP: Please suggest some brands that you feel are comparable, that cost 50% less. I’d genuinely like to know.

[Anonymous]

Everlane.

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Sara campbell or j McLaughlin. Much higher price points but the pieces last and last. No comparison to Talbots, boden, etc

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Anonymous wrote:Lafayette 148

I can’t figure out where the extra $$ comes from with this. I’m willing to pay those prices if there’s a reason but I haven’t been able to find it. It seems like just the same clothes as brands that cost 50% less.

The pieces that I have — mostly jackets, are very well-made, from decent fabrics. Even the linings are nicely done. If anything, I find them comparable to much more expensive designer lines at bridge prices, and a stellar value when I can find them on sale.

PP: Please suggest some brands that you feel are comparable, that cost 50% less. I’d genuinely like to know.

Well, I’m glad and maybe you’re just more knowledgeable than me. I tried a dress that was nearly $1000 full price and it seemed the same as other dresses I have from Vince, the saks house brand, etc. Maybe if I tried a jacket or something I’d see the difference.

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J McLaughlin and Tyler Boe

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Anonymous wrote:J McLaughlin is same stuff with a bit more style nand quality IMO

This.

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Anonymous wrote:Lafayette 148

I can’t figure out where the extra $$ comes from with this. I’m willing to pay those prices if there’s a reason but I haven’t been able to find it. It seems like just the same clothes as brands that cost 50% less.

The pieces that I have — mostly jackets, are very well-made, from decent fabrics. Even the linings are nicely done. If anything, I find them comparable to much more expensive designer lines at bridge prices, and a stellar value when I can find them on sale.

PP: Please suggest some brands that you feel are comparable, that cost 50% less. I’d genuinely like to know.

Well, I’m glad and maybe you’re just more knowledgeable than me. I tried a dress that was nearly $1000 full price and it seemed the same as other dresses I have from Vince, the saks house brand, etc. Maybe if I tried a jacket or something I’d see the difference.

Much as I like Vince, it really isn't winning awards for construction and longevity.

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Anonymous wrote:Everlane.

+1

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Anonymous wrote:Lafayette 148

I can’t figure out where the extra $$ comes from with this. I’m willing to pay those prices if there’s a reason but I haven’t been able to find it. It seems like just the same clothes as brands that cost 50% less.

The pieces that I have — mostly jackets, are very well-made, from decent fabrics. Even the linings are nicely done. If anything, I find them comparable to much more expensive designer lines at bridge prices, and a stellar value when I can find them on sale.

PP: Please suggest some brands that you feel are comparable, that cost 50% less. I’d genuinely like to know.

Well, I’m glad and maybe you’re just more knowledgeable than me. I tried a dress that was nearly $1000 full price and it seemed the same as other dresses I have from Vince, the saks house brand, etc. Maybe if I tried a jacket or something I’d see the difference.

Maybe. I’ve never tried dresses or blouses, so maybe the tailored pieces stand out more (to me) vs other brands. FWIW, I made most of my purchases from Saks — so those are the types of brands I’m comparing them with, although I once cleaned up at Nordstrom Rack, and got several jackets.
My Mom used to sew, so when I buy a jacket, I’m looking at fabric and fit, but also looking at things like construction. I’m not pushing the brand, just clarifying why I’ve found the things I’ve purchased to be excellent values.

I really would like suggestions re: less expensive brands that you feel are comparable. I have a sweater by Vince— but nothing tailored.

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Anonymous wrote:Lafayette 148

I can’t figure out where the extra $$ comes from with this. I’m willing to pay those prices if there’s a reason but I haven’t been able to find it. It seems like just the same clothes as brands that cost 50% less.

The pieces that I have — mostly jackets, are very well-made, from decent fabrics. Even the linings are nicely done. If anything, I find them comparable to much more expensive designer lines at bridge prices, and a stellar value when I can find them on sale.

PP: Please suggest some brands that you feel are comparable, that cost 50% less. I’d genuinely like to know.

Well, I’m glad and maybe you’re just more knowledgeable than me. I tried a dress that was nearly $1000 full price and it seemed the same as other dresses I have from Vince, the saks house brand, etc. Maybe if I tried a jacket or something I’d see the difference.

Maybe. I’ve never tried dresses or blouses, so maybe the tailored pieces stand out more (to me) vs other brands. FWIW, I made most of my purchases from Saks — so those are the types of brands I’m comparing them with, although I once cleaned up at Nordstrom Rack, and got several jackets.
My Mom used to sew, so when I buy a jacket, I’m looking at fabric and fit, but also looking at things like construction. I’m not pushing the brand, just clarifying why I’ve found the things I’ve purchased to be excellent values.

I really would like suggestions re: less expensive brands that you feel are comparable. I have a sweater by Vince— but nothing tailored.

To add, I’m also the PP who suggested Everlane. I don’t put them up there with Lafayette, but I think they’re similar in quality to the old Talbots stuff I’ve worn, and less preppy, which I view as a positive.

[Anonymous]

Anonymous wrote:So thin! Their shirts are terrible this year.

PP, JJill is owned by the came company as talbots.

Not anymore – Talbots sold J.Jill.

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Anonymous wrote:Lafayette 148

I can’t figure out where the extra $$ comes from with this. I’m willing to pay those prices if there’s a reason but I haven’t been able to find it. It seems like just the same clothes as brands that cost 50% less.

The pieces that I have — mostly jackets, are very well-made, from decent fabrics. Even the linings are nicely done. If anything, I find them comparable to much more expensive designer lines at bridge prices, and a stellar value when I can find them on sale.

PP: Please suggest some brands that you feel are comparable, that cost 50% less. I’d genuinely like to know.

Well, I’m glad and maybe you’re just more knowledgeable than me. I tried a dress that was nearly $1000 full price and it seemed the same as other dresses I have from Vince, the saks house brand, etc. Maybe if I tried a jacket or something I’d see the difference.

Maybe. I’ve never tried dresses or blouses, so maybe the tailored pieces stand out more (to me) vs other brands. FWIW, I made most of my purchases from Saks — so those are the types of brands I’m comparing them with, although I once cleaned up at Nordstrom Rack, and got several jackets.
My Mom used to sew, so when I buy a jacket, I’m looking at fabric and fit, but also looking at things like construction. I’m not pushing the brand, just clarifying why I’ve found the things I’ve purchased to be excellent values.

I really would like suggestions re: less expensive brands that you feel are comparable. I have a sweater by Vince— but nothing tailored.

Honestly I think you’re just much more knowledgeable than me. I’m not sure I can tell the difference between a $600 Veronica Beard blazer and a $1200 Lafayette 148 one, but I believe you that there is one. You clearly know enough to know.

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Anonymous wrote:Universal Standard

Awful. This is nothing close to Talbots. Horrible styles imho.

Universal Standard is so close to looking normal and then it flop sweats it. That one dress? Beautiful… wait - what the hell is that hem?

J McLaughlin tops out at size 16 as a giant eff you to plus size women.

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Anonymous wrote:Universal Standard

Awful. This is nothing close to Talbots. Horrible styles imho.

Universal Standard is so close to looking normal and then it flop sweats it. That one dress? Beautiful… wait - what the hell is that hem?

J McLaughlin tops out at size 16 as a giant eff you to plus size women.

Yeah, I’m a 16 but too small in the bust for im Laughlin now. But I must say, I’ve never thought of it as nice fabric or construction. More like cheap, convenient polyester.