The Math Fashionista » Product Recommendations http://www.mathfashionista.com Fashion inspiration for women in technology, math and science Wed, 02 Dec 2009 14:30:08 +0000 http://wordpress.org/?v=2.8.5 en hourly 1 Great Knit Turtlenecks from Lands’ End http://www.mathfashionista.com/2009/12/great-knit-turtlenecks-from-lands-end/ http://www.mathfashionista.com/2009/12/great-knit-turtlenecks-from-lands-end/#comments Wed, 02 Dec 2009 14:30:08 +0000 Ana http://www.mathfashionista.com/?p=1055 Because temperatures are finally starting to drop here in my neck of the woods, I recently went on a hunt for knit turtlenecks and long sleeved tees that could be worn both as a layering item and on their own. This required them to be made of a medium weight cotton with some structure [...]]]> Because temperatures are finally starting to drop here in my neck of the woods, I recently went on a hunt for knit turtlenecks and long sleeved tees that could be worn both as a layering item and on their own. This required them to be made of a medium weight cotton with some structure so they wouldn’t cling, and also be slightly loose but not so loose they would be boxy and unflattering. On the recommendation of a friend, I decided to give the Lands’ End “modern fit” turtleneck a try. They arrived in the mail this week and I love them! I ordered two of the striped version–one in black stripe and one in ivory stripe. I’ve already worn the black one twice. It’s so soft and cozy, and the material is perfect for layering and to wear on its own.

The turtlenecks are also a great price. The solid version is retailing for $19.50, and the stripe is $24.50, but Lands’ End also runs promotions on their tees and turtlenecks. Right now, if you buy three you can save $2.50 off each one. Sizing is also something to consider. I usually wear a medium in almost every store, but I decided to try ordering a size down in these after consulting the YLF forum and the small fit me perfectly. If you are between sizes, or want these strictly for layering purposes, I’d also consider sizing down.

Lands’ End is not a retailer I usually shop with, but I’m quite happy with my purchases and I am planning on picking up a few more of these fabulous turtlenecks in solid colors. It goes to show, leave no retail stone unturned.

]]> http://www.mathfashionista.com/2009/12/great-knit-turtlenecks-from-lands-end/feed/ 4 Cute, Comfortable Peep-toe Wedges http://www.mathfashionista.com/2009/11/cute-comfortable-peep-toe-wedges/ http://www.mathfashionista.com/2009/11/cute-comfortable-peep-toe-wedges/#comments Tue, 17 Nov 2009 15:09:01 +0000 Ana http://www.mathfashionista.com/?p=946 I spent yesterday cleaning and doing laundry in preparation for the upcoming holiday week, so I didn’t leave the house at all yesterday. Hence, no outfit post today (unless you all really have a burning need to see my pajamas, which I doubt). But I thought I might write about one of my [...]]]> I spent yesterday cleaning and doing laundry in preparation for the upcoming holiday week, so I didn’t leave the house at all yesterday. Hence, no outfit post today (unless you all really have a burning need to see my pajamas, which I doubt). But I thought I might write about one of my favorite pairs of shoes I’ve recently found. For the record, I’m not a shoe gal at all. I will always want to spend my fashion budget on other things, but I’ve come to realize that the right shoes can really take an outfit up a notch (or bring it down), so I’ve put some time and energy into finding comfortable, cute options. Because I am a student, I am walking around a large urban campus at least five days a week. Comfort is first and foremost. One brand that I love and was introduced to through YouLookFab is Me Too. Every season they come out with at least two or three really good looking options, and I would categorize them as a “comfort” brand because have built in cushioning. They also have rubberized soles, which makes it nice for walking on linoleum and cement floors without slipping around. My most recent purchase from that brand is the Ska.

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I wear these shoes constantly. For the record, I have semi-fussy feet, so I have a hard time with lots of peep-toe shoes because the hole where my toe sticks out tends to rub on my big toe and I get a blister. The first time I wore these, that’s what happened, and I was so disappointed. But a few days later I decided to give them another shot and they were great! I haven’t had a problem with them since and have even walked 1+ mile at a time in them. I realize some of you are in colder climates and peep-toes are the last thing on your mind, but I thought I might write about them now because they are on sale at a lot of online retailers. Zappos and Endless have them in stock (Zappos is a bit more expensive, but they have a broader range of sizes available), and I found them in silver and gold at an online store called Lori’s Shoes out of Chicago. If you are like me and tend to buy things on sale off-season and save them, you may want to take advantage. I always get a ton of compliments when I wear them, and they’re comfy. Can’t beat that.

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The Ska is available in silver, gold, yellow, magenta, green, bone, and black patents and retails for $55-$70 on sale right now.

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