Theory Pink Claira Dress

Size: 6

Ending Bid: $11.49 (4 Bids)

S&H: $6.00

Ended: May 27, 2011; 11:49AM PST (2:49PM EST)

I already had this dress in white, bought full retail (~$400 ugh) several years ago when I had been searching for a simple strapless white aboveknee dress forEVER.  And now I have the same dress, for $17.49.  Blows my mind.  

btw the modelpic is kind of deceptive - it's actually a lil shorter, and the bottom doesnt flare out quite as much, it's more straightdown

T, 6/10/11:  sooo hot, niiiice! And YES, you CAN wear this casually . . .

Theory White Stretch Henley Tunic Top



Size: M

Material: 75% Cotton / 23% Nylon / 5% Spandex
Bust: 38"
Waist: 23.5"

Sleeve: 23.5"

Length: 27.5"

Current Bid: $10.00, 2 Bids

S&H: $5.25
Ends: February 6, 2011; 6:25PM PST (9:25PM EST)

Basic, yet somehow not boring.  I like that it's stretchy, and longer.  Collar looks good too, and the material looks soft, tho that can be deceiving.  Nice fitted yet loose enough fit, could be good w/my $5 skirt, or just halftucked into jeans, oOo maybe w/loafers if I ever have the guts to buy/wear them!  Very versatile blend of casual and dressy.  Conclusion: I want!

T, 2/1/11:  Good basic, can't really say anything bad about (or be super in love with) this.  I can imagine you with this + rolled up khakis/jeans rocking your loafers.  Nice choice.

A -- 2/9/11: Sold for $20.50, 7 bids.  Meh...I've got to de-cheapen myself.

Theory Blue White Vest

Size: 00
Material: Cotton Elastane Blend
Bust: 15.5"
Waist: 14.5"
Length: 18"

Starting Bid: $0.99, 1 Bid
S&H: $5.50
Ends: February 4, 2011; 2:00PM PST (5:00PM EST)

Posted a pic of the tag because it shows the pattern up close.  Doubt this'll stay low; but I want a vest; I like theory; pattern is not bad; and this looks well fitted.  Max at $15 since S&H is $5ish; I don't think such a small piece of cloth should be worth more than $20, although this is NWT.  Meaning, I prob won't get it because my max is unrsbl.

A -- 1/31/11: Big fat NO on this T!!  I realize it is a "cotton elastane blend", but it looks like a jean/denim vest, which, let's face it, NOBODY can pull off.  Total fail.

T, 2/4/11:  $8.50, 8 bids.  You called me out on what I already knew in the depths of my heart -- freaking fugly jean vest look-a-like.  Tks for taking my head out of the sand.  I will wait [im]patiently for another, more worthy vest.

Theory Black Leather Mini Skirt

Size: 00
Material: Leather
Waist: 13"
Length: 15"
Retail: $345 (NWT)

Starting Bid: $0.99, 0 Bids
Buy It Now: $138
S&H: $3.99
Ends: December 30, 2010; 2:25PM PST (5:25PM EST)

Okay, guess I lied . . . if I can get this for an awesome price, i.e., $20ish, I will be buying something else before 2010 ends.  Saw this for a while at a buy it now for $148.35 + free s&h; no one ever bid.  Every now and then, though, I search for theory stuff, and just my luck, when I'm trying to save money + look for non-skirt items . . . I stumble across this at an awesome starting price!  Reminds me of that retarded saying -- love always hits you when you're not looking for it.  Fitting, I guess, since love = clothing.  I'm always looking out for a leather skirt.  A little worried about waist size, but I guess it can sit lower.

Btw, is it sad I'm updating on xmas day?  For the first time in quite a few yrs, tho, I won't be going after xmas shopping . . . spent waaay too much this past month. :( 

A -- 12/25/10:  Dear T,

I completely understand how you feel.  Our relationship is just like any other, full of peaks and troughs, exhilaration and frustration, sublime happiness mixed with crushing disappointment.  I know that it has not always been easy, but I have always been there for you when times are tough and you are feeling down, and I just wanted to let you know that I will always be there when you need me.  I hope that you never hesitate to reach out when you need a little boost.

Love,

Clothing

ps.  The skirt is hot =)

T, 12/26/10:  LOL!!!!!!!!!!  I died a little when I saw this post.

Dear Clothing, I'll never stop loving you.  Promise on my soon-to-be refurbed Kieselstein.

T, 12/30/10:  sold for $57.66, with 10 bids.  Go fig. 

Theory Black Fur Jacket

Material: Rabbit fur
Size: Medium (seller says fits smaller, like size 2-4)
Original Retail: $890 (don't know when)

Ending Bid: $70.00
Original Shipping: $6.00

YAY!!!!!  Finally bought a Theory fur, after so many posted on this blog!!  And even better, I am going to pick it up from her in Tribeca tmw, so I will be saving the shipping cost, which means this one is the cheapest of all the Theory fur jackets I've posted on here!  Originally bid w/about 30 seconds left when the last bid was $45.00, so I bid $60.00.  Was immediately outbid, so I upped it to $70.00, and the auction ended.  I think it may partly be bc of the crappy pics, but it looks like the exact same style as the brown one from earlier in the blog that ended up selling for $88 w/shipping (I will figure out how to link it).  Crossing my fingers that it looks/feels good in person!!  I think if this works out, I will stop w/the fur obsession for a while at least, now that I will have both a dark and a light one.  Maybe the mink will just have to wait for a while, I'm not too sad about it.

Lucky number thirteen in our bought tags =)

T, 12/12/10:  CONGRATS!!!!!  This purchase proves several VERY important points, including:  (1) maybe we shouldn't up our maxes; (2) the blog is awesome because it helps us keep track of past selling prices; (3) bad pics = win; and (4) the right item will come along!  Ahh, can't wait to hear about this tmw. :)

A -- 12/12/10: OMG I LOVE IT!  Fur SO nice, the black is just lovely, and FINALLY a nonbulky fur!!!  Cannot wait to wear - but where to wear?!!  Ironically, today was unseasonably warm, I even had to come home to change jackets bc the one I was wearing was too hot.  Esp since I am going home on Wednesday, I guess this will have to wait until next year =(

btw, when I got to the seller's building, she had said to ring #3.  I looked at the buzzer and realized that each number was it's OWN FLOOR.  As in, ring 1 for first floor, 2 for second floor, 3 for THE ENTIRE THIRD FLOOR.  God how freaking rich must she be, I guess uberrich to have bought this thing prolly retail right?  She had a British accent, def at least in her 30s...sigh...

Navy Theory Shirt Dress

Size: 0
Shoulder To Shoulder: 13" Across
Armpit To Armpit: 17" Across
Waist: 26" Around
Hips: 19" Across
Length: 37"

Starting Bid: $0.99, 0 Bids
S&H: $10.70
Ends: October 30, 2010; 6:35PM PST

Not a flattering pic, which could work to my adv a la Poleci.  And it's the color/waist-tie for which I'm looking.  Will ask seller for measurements and when she bought it (listing says she works at a dept store and constantly buys stuff).  A little worried about end bid time, as I'll prob be out/on my way out by then . . . hween, woo!  Max, $30?

T, 10/24/10:  Seller emailed measurements, which I updated.  Bust and hip worry me; and she bought in late 2009 (so there should be a 00 out there which fits better).  I'll prob pass on this one . . .

A -- 10/24/10: It looks kinda long...and I'd say shortslved > longslved in shirtdresses...it may be a bad pic, but it's kinda harder to picture it "realistically" better, whereas I could w/the Poleci.  Prolly a pass for me too.

T, 10/31/10:  Meh, ended with 10 bids, $25.29.  Good price.

T4S Burgundy Fur Jacket

Size: M (NWOT)

Material: 100% Rabbit fur

Shoulder to shoulder: 18.5"

Armpit to cuff: 18.5"

Starting Bid: $85.00; 0 bids

S&H: $15.00

Ends: October 30, 2010; 10:40AM PST (1:40PM EST)

Another T4S fur jacket!!!  I'm pretty sure this is almost identical to the brown one, but this one says burgundy, it's kind of hard to tell in the pic how the color really looks.  Seller is in NY, so maybe I can ask for pickup if it's close enough.  I've been looking at so many of these now, for so long, it's all starting to blur and I'm afraid I'm starting to lose the enthusiasm!

 T, 10/27/10:  omg another T4S, and it's brown (better/less boring than blk?)!  Maybe this is the one meant to be!  Btw, you sure you don't wanna focus on minks now, instead of rabbit?  In any case, glad T4S is back -- goes to show nothing is the end of the world.

A -- 10/30/10: Sold for starting bid.  I was hoping there'd be no bids, and she'd relist/I'd offer something lower, maybe around $75 total instead of $100 total.  Oh well...

T, 10/31/10:  What's up with the Theory brown furs that don't sell as well?  I don't get it.  Good for you, bad for seller.

White Theory Turtleneck

 

Size: P

Material: 92% Cotton; 8% Spandex

Bust: 15" Flat

Length: 25"

Retail: $75 (NWT)

Style: Elizabeth

Starting Bid: $14.99, 0 Bids

S&H: $8

Ends: October 27, 2010; 7:10PM PST

Nothing special, just a white turtleneck for which I've been searching to replace my James Perse, RIP.  Included stock photo from bloomies.  Wonder if it's thick enough to not be blatantly transparent (though it's pretty easy to layer with a beater), and if fitted/tight enough (looks loose on the model).  Price is good for now, would prob max out @starting bid.

A -- 10/23/10: It's so....white.  I'd say wait for another C&C sale, I bet you could get one for like half the starting price if it's as good as "our" sale haha

Theory Gray (More Casual) Dress

Size: P

Material: Elastane; Viscose

Bust: 15" Across

Waist: 13" Across

Hips: 28" Across

Length: 32"

Retail: $235 (NWT)

Current Bid: $23.97, 3 Bids

Buy It Now: $94

S&H: $5.99

Ends: October 21, 2010; 6PM PST

Same concern as the other Theory -- usually, P's run a little big for me, but measurements seem okay. Too casual for work?  I'm actually watching this one because price seems so good.  On second thought, not sure I love, but I really want a gray dress . . .

A -- 10/17/10: Yenno, I'm kinda torn on these kinds of dresses.  On the one hand, seems like an easy way to put together an "outfit" since it's precombined for you (much like prelayered shirts/tanks), on the other, I fear as u move around/wear it that it will become obvious that it is preattached and thus look weird/look like u can't dress yourself.  Also, what is that on the side?  If it's a side goldzipper, awesome.  If it's a seam, not awesome.

T, 10/21/10:  Omg, this stupid thing went for more than its Buy It Now -- 16 bids, $100.  Wtf.  It is by no means that great.  Maybe I'm missing something . . .

Theory Striped Cotton Shorts

Size: 00

Material: Cotton

Waist: 29"

Leg Opening At Hem: 22"

Inseam:  3½"

Front Rise: 8"

Back Rise: 13 ¾"

Starting Bid: $0.99, 0 Bids

S&H: $6.58

Ends: October 26, 2010; 8:15AM PST

Haven't seen anyone doing it here, but loved the shorts-over-leggings/tights fad in NY.  These seem pretty cute, though at first glance, it's kind of confusing as to which pic is the front v. back.  But shorts are tricky when it comes to fit -- don't really have much fudging rm as with a skirt or dress.  Tried on 00 Theory's before . . . sometimes they work, sometimes they don't.  Will prob end up just watching this one.

Nevermind -- just measured my C&C navy drawstring shorts, with 7" front rise, and 26" waist when flat.  Guess these won't work.

A -- 10/21/10: I like them!  I've been seeing a lot of the tights/shorts thing just in the 24 hrs I've been back here, I like the look, altho it kind of requires chunky heels, and that is not really my look.  I like the striping, it has the seersucker look, which I am a fan of.  I want a seersucker jacket.  Crap another thing to add to my list.

Theory for Scoop Black Fur Jacket

Size: S

Material: Rabbit fur

Shoulders: 17" Across

Arm sleeve length: 24"

Bust: 36"

Waist: 36"

Shoulder to hem: 24"

Starting Bid: $59.99

Winning Bid: 6 bids, $132.50

Buy It Now: $199.99

S&H: $5.70

Ended: October 19, 2010; 6:00PM PST

It's the T4S fur coat!!  Obv, love, but am slightly concerned about color (too much black?), and length (24" from shoulder?).  I remember you said like $150 max?  Iono if I'd want to go that high...man I can't remember the last time I saw something and immediately bought it w/no fear lol.

ps. As I uploaded the pics onto Picasa, I realized my trend-fashion-today album was ALL black and/or white.  One brwn, and one sweater w/some reddish stripes.  That's it.  Really does help to show that I desperately need to branch out.

T, 10/18/10:  LOVELOVELOVE!!!  Can't comment more on perfection.  Looks soft, lush, luxurious, and the black is crean, crisp, and solid.  Would be an awesome furst fur!

T, 10/19/10:  Feeling like I failed you, haha.  But, since there was wavering between max of $100-$150, and you expressed concern over length/color, doing anything more than $130 is a bit much.  It's beautiful, but there will be more!  Kind of glad you bought RRwhitetop now . . . it's a classy consolation prize after XOXO and T4S . . .

A -- 10/21/10: SO SAD!!!!!  I hate the feeling of "damn I should have had $150 max!!"  Your "sorry A" txt was the first thing to greet me when I got back to NY.  The second thing was my disgusting sublet f*ed room.  This is why I had to hunt for a corkscrew at three in the morning.  Boo

Theory Brown Fur Jacket

Size: M

Current bid: 1 bid, $69.99

S&H: $12.00

Ends: October 17, 2010; 11:20AM PST

I like that it is Theory, fur, a jacket (instead of long coat), fitted (instead of bulky), a nice dark brown.  On the other hand, does it look way plain?  Or oldppl?  If I get this, does that mean I should not get the other ones I've been looking at?  How many furs is too many, if some are real and some are faux, some are brown and some are black, some are smaller and some are fluffier?  Am I gonna end up w/a buncha (faux) furs and next year hate them and never wear them again?  Finally, what should my max be?  Shipping is so much!

T, 10/17/10:  Lovelovelove!!!  Can never (fine, rarely) go wrong with Theory.  Not plain, not old ppl, just classic perfection.  Doesn't preclude you from others -- multiple furs is the grown up version of a stuffed animal collection!  Dude, since it's real fur, too, and Theory . . . the Buy It Now is reasonable.  But, to pay homage to our Asian cheapness, $150 max.

A -- 10/17/10: There is no Buy It Now, the $69.99 is just someone's current bid.  Which will no doubt be increased in the next 10 hrs.  Is that $150 incl shipping?  I don't wanna end up spending like a thousand bucks on fur jackets/coats!!  There are still so many others! Also, I don't know if I want a "grown up stuffed animal collection"!!   That seems like the female version of grown men w/creepyass dolls.

T, 10/17/10:  Sry, confused with Theory for Scoop blk one!  Both are nice . . . but I remember REALLY loving the T4S one.  Plus, black'll prob be easier to ease into rocking fur.  Would aim to keep this as low as possible to swoop the T4S -- so current under $100.

A -- 10/17/10: I think god doesn't want me to win any more auctions on ebay.  Maybe it's bc I don't spell it w/a capital G.  Bid $72.99, was outbid, rebid $75.99, was outbid & auction ended at $76.  Plus $12 shipping, thats quite a lot, but I am still sad/annoyed.  It would have been a good classic, esp since now I'm feeling like the T4S one may be kinda bulky looking.  Will post it here later.  Dammit.

T, 10/17/10:  omgwtfbbq . . . shocked it went for so little.  Why does a dingy leopard go for $200+, and this doesn't even break $90 with shipping.  Plus, it's Theory; their stuff regularly goes for a bit more on eBay.  Doesn't make sense at all . . . is the fur throwing people off, i.e., gen ppl who like Theory, which is plain/boring/simple/classic, don't like fur, which is TEC (not so much the "c" part)?  Ahh, bid more next time!!!

A -- 10/17/10: I didn't want to go over $90 total!!!  There are sooo many furs, I always have doubts at the very end.  Plus, who knows what this person's max was, I prolly woulda been outbid anyway.  Or that's what I'll choose to believe.  I have a feeling the T4S one will be way over $100, so I need to figure out how to prioritize...Also, lol, what is omgwtfbbq??  Oh my god what the f*ck bar-b-que??

Theory Petara Gray Black Dress

Size: 0

Material: 54% Modal; 41% Triacetate

Bust: 32"

Waist: 24"

Length: 36"

Retail: $295 (NWT)

Buy It Now: $59.99

S&H: $8.45

A partial break from the gray! Good price, same concern about size assuaged by listed measurements.  Bubble bottom could look funky worn.  If the dress already makes the mannequin look stout/squat, I'd look like a smushed toad in it.  Looks like a nice, basic work dress, though, that could potentially be worn casually.

A -- 10/17/10: Dude, the word gray is IN THE TITLE.  That is like the opposite of a "partial break from the gray".  I think we should have a new tag called FORTHELOVEOFGODT.  Same comments on the precombinedness, and also, not liking the weird fit of the "tankish" top part.  You say it is versatile now, but you are NOT gonna want to wear it "out" after wearing it all day at work.

Theory Gray Shirt Dress

Size: 0

Material: Cotton; Nylon; Spandex
Bust: 15" Across
Waist: 14" Across
Hips: 16" Across
Length: 33"
Retail: $335 (NWT)

Buy It Now: $144.05
S&H: Free
Ends: October 17, 2010; 7:30PM PST

Super cute, but out of my price range; wouldn't pay more than $80ish for this.  Also a little worried about sizing -- usually, Theory 0's are just a little too big, though measurements here seem okay.  Tried on a similar dress at Loehmanns (that one sold for $110-120ish), size 0, and it was just a *little* too loose.  But I still like . . . (Can you see the gray theme?)

A -- 10/17/10: I like the shape/cut a lot, but the color I think doesn't work.  Shirtdresses should be a more striking color (even blk or white is technically pretty "striking"), so pale versions of colors (like greys, and pastels) seem to not work in shirtdress format.  If it ends w/o a buyer, maybe they will relist/you can offer for lower.