RETIRED The Official Good Girls Thread

We are supposed to be getting double points on dresses, including clearance dresses. I have not been getting my double points on clearance dresses either...but I don't have the guts to complain given that my reward was so big and my credit card bill is going to be so small...

Big's response to my text was, "Some people value consistency. You won't believe it, but my reliability is head and shoulders above other doctors." I responded with, I have never doubted your skills as a doctor." He said, "well put."

I was tempted to make some comment to Big about me being a "consultant" but decided to just let things be. This is the most pathetic "thank you" for doing someone else's homework that I have ever received.

Those Verna shoes are G by Guess. Those are the only the only platforms that fit me as well, which is surprising given their low price point. Sometimes, I see $20/$49 coupons for dsw on ebay for really cheap. That's how I get my Verna shoes. Something to consider if you do want to purchase more.

Sorry about your cocoon sweater. Try the alpaca one if it comes back in stock

I thought Feb was double points on suiting. I don't remember. I haven't gotten double points on anything.

So would you be a 00 on that skirt? I think it's insane that I would need 00 on anything. I hate when they do that. linky [express.com] to those that don't know what skirt we're talking about

YES, some of their shirts have extremely long sleeves. The extra slim fit is extra long. It fits my friend who has gorilla arms and is very skinny - he would probably be a S in other express items but M in the extra slim fit was perfect on him. In L it was long on my friends that tried it. The non-extra slim fit seemed okay though - I got DH the fitted cut and the sleeves were fine.

speaking of the fur collar coat, i just ordered the navy in s. now in case my pink one is a fail in some way shape or form, i'll have a navy one. (that is if it ships)

this jacket [express.com] -- immediately aged me about 30 years. i thought i looked like my mom. RETURN i also found a bunch of them hanging in the store i shopped in on sat - looks like a lot of ppl ordered it and returned it. i tried fantasia blue and wild orchid.

It looks like the top sweater here [mymilkglassheart.com]

It's called Alpaca blend sweatercoat.

i wish! i haven't seen columnist in short around here.

I just purchased this in black in size S. I've never owned a wool coat...I hope it's warm. I didn't use a reward, but I figure, I could always repurchase it using one, if I wanted...and i thought I was done with express...

Rib trimmed wool blend coat

http://www.express.com/rib-trimme.../index.pro

Wow, what a self-important arse he is. Ohh thanks for the HU on Q's. I scout them at TJMaxx but they've been few and far between. There's actually a G by Guess store about an hour away from me. When they go on clearance there, they are priced at ~$70 But of course, the selection is better. Good to know more stores are carrying them like DSW. I've been waiting!
No, still a 0 in that skirt, but a solid 0, whereas the others I could go 0 or 2.

So... is there supposed to be some bunching on the sleeves of men's dress shirts for movement? DH's shirts from VanHuesen or casual ones from Target never had extra length in the sleeve. That would have me thinking it's not Express that's off, it's DH's other shirts coming up short...

So annoying that the things you linked don't show up in clearance w/o the link or keyword search. Aaaaaand 2 more boxes just arrived... and I finally got my CostPlusWorldMarket blue teardrop statement Necklace [worldmarket.com]. I it

oh that one. ok thanks! this helps a lot! i saw it but wasn't sure about the alpaca. glad to know it's soft!

i'm positive it had to be a return that i tried. it was at least an inch too short for me so i thought it would work for you.

you may need it in xs. i thought it was a cute coat but i think some have mentioned it has a very very wide collar. it's always safer to not use reward unless you're sure... tho i'm wondering if i can go in store and try to return/rebuy with reward.

Thanks for the heads up about the double points on dresses! I just bought the Ponte Knit Fit and Flare

I think the busting of the elbows is quite common? DBF says he does that a lot too. So far his Express shirts in rotation have held up

Also, I got the Unifyy. Love it! I am not used to such low shoes when I first stepped in, I was like how to walk?! The fit of the roomier front is really nice for wide feet! Unfortunately, I guess my heel is narrower than yours because they aren't super snug, so I'll have to put those heel grip things in. Otherwise might have sliding out problems. So far I really like the comfort! for shoe twin!

some pics
the fit and flare dress - i added an off-center belt. i am unsure about it. i can't decide if i look like a little girl or a grandma in it.
the voluminous skirt - not bad with untucked shirt controlling it some.
the herringbone set - i used the same shirt, please excuse that that is me on the way to an imaginary job interview.

I just purchased this in black in size S. I've never owned a wool coat...I hope it's warm. I didn't use a reward, but I figure, I could always repurchase it using one, if I wanted...and i thought I was done with express...

just placed my large order for amazon shoes! (one was the unifyy) does anyone know how they handle their coupon code for X off XX? i'm hoping it'll be split amongst the multiple items.

i tried the 0 in that skirt and it felt/looked big. probably bc my lack of arse/hips doesn't fill it out.

The people in my stores are so ridiculously nice. I just returned/rebought a dress with a coupon yesterday. It may be a MN thing, though. Please are ridiculously nice in this state, which really helps when shopping. If I wear the wool coat, I'd definitely wear it with a sweater under it to keep warm. I'm hesitant to ever buy a coat in XS. We'll see. If it doesn't work, no big deal.

Express Reviews: Sorry there are no links. Most of the items are from clearance & aren't currently available.
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:wh ee: what color?


Ah OK. DH was showing them off like he was SuperMan or something


: D So happy they work for you! That roomy forefoot is everything to me

also reordered DH's coat in S (with the fur collar coat in navy, s) and tulip hem dress in s:

they are oos now. hope i got them!

... back to stalking clearance. i was so excited that my packages were winding down...

This is one nice looking leather blazer [express.com]. I would've so jumped on that with my rewards, but unforunately, I'm not digging ribbed anything with leather. Le Sigh. And no zip.

I got it in red!! Just won't wear it around you ever Let me know if you do come across any shoes that's nice and roomy in the front. I shall do the same as well, but I haven't really been shoe shopping since I already have too many unworn pairs

Your DH is It's interesting hearing about the Express men's shirts from different people just cause L seems to fit DBF fine and looks great. Even in the arms I know he recently got 2 more like in Nov, but I haven't heard anything bad from him I've been dying to get him some Express shirts cause the ones I see in department stores don't have all those pretty colors But I've been hesitant for some reason....

Express Reviews: Sorry there are no links. Most of the items are from clearance & aren't currently available.

Ivory cords - I love these pants. They are more flattering on my booty than the Stella & Zelda Jeans. They're long, but can be turned under. I wish I would have ordered the other color.

Black, Lace Jacket - This jacket will be very versatile. DH didn't like it at first. I had put it on over a peplum top I was trying on. After I put on a form fitting, longer top, he changed his mind. I've decided I'm definitely going to wear it with jeans this weekend.

Porda's Jacket - This fit great with a form fitting top. I had a feeling the huge, baggy t-shirt I originally tried it on with was the culprit. This was my favorite of the 3 jackets, but I'll probably get more use out of the black, lace jacket.

Denim Ruched Jacket - The sleeves were too big & too long for the style. I'm not a fan of shoulder pads either. They make my shoulders look too wide for my frame. If it had fit well everywhere else, I would have tried to remove them. It's a really cute jacket, it just didn't fit right.

liggie's Dress - I tried it in XS & S. The S was longer, but that was the only positive to sizing up. XS fit perfectly & was much more flattering. The S kind of just hung. Strangely, it also showed my belly worse. I'll have to buy tights to wear with it, since the XS is shorter than I'm used to. It's been many years since I wore tights or pantyhose. That will take some getting used to.

Radiant Rose Ruched Lace Dress - As expected, this dress fit exactly like the other dresses in this style. I'm on the fence on whether or not to keep it. I put it in the maybe pile to try on again, before deciding.

Printed Peplum Shell Top - This is a cute top, but it didn't work for me at all. It looked like it was trying to pull extra fabric to the chest area making the sides look puckered. (I hope that makes sense.) It also didn't come close to covering my bra on the sides. I'm not sure what bra would work with it. This was a small. A medium would be too big, because the S had plenty of extra room everywhere but the chest area. I'm really hoping this isn't a common problem with peplum tops. There are a few I really want.

Black Wool Peacoat - I tried XS & S. The XS is kind of form fitting & flattering. The sleeves are a little long, but I can turn them under a little to make them more comfortable. I can wear a sweater & cami underneath, but not a lot of thick layers. The S added a lot of bulk to my frame, & the sleeves were longer. It was kind of boxy looking. I'm keeping the XS & returning the S. If I lived somewhere that required many layers, I would have kept the S. I'll mostly wear it over dresses.

Lace Black Peplum Dress http://www.express.com/ponte-knit.../index.pro in 2 - I had tried this on earlier, then put it in the maybe pile. The sleeves were tight. A little while later it occurred to me that the sleeves may have been turned under making them feel tighter than they actually were. Before having DH return it to the store hoping to find a 4, I decided to try it on again last night. Apparently, the sleeves were turned under, as I suspected. They fit me like they fit the model & didn't feel tight at all. I do think I could probably wear a 4 also. If you can't get your usual size, you would probably be safe getting a size up.

Everything else was tees, so you probably don't need reviews of those.

I love that dress! Me too, 6 packages just got delivered in 2 separate deliveries/doorbell rings...and DH is home
I think that blazer in tan made an appearance in clearance... maybe Alvs picked it up? It's irritating to see things rotate from addn'l 50% off clearance to regular stock like this placket top [express.com]we've seen in clearance 4 dozen times. I meant what color in the dress I love the colors for men's shirts they carry too.

I love that dress! Me too, 6 packages just got delivered in 2 separate deliveries/doorbell rings...and DH is home
I think that blazer in tan made an appearance in clearance... maybe Alvs picked it up? It's irritating to see things rotate from addn'l 50% off clearance to regular stock like this placket top [express.com]we've seen in clearance 4 dozen times. I meant what color in the dress I love the colors for men's shirts they carry too.