Reading ebay auction titles, you may be wondering, What is Ann Taylor Loft and how is it different from Ann Taylor?  Honest sellers should make it clear in their auctions whether their item is from Ann Taylor or Ann Taylor Loft, but what does it mean for you?
While the designs, tailoring and sizing are all similar, Ann Taylor items tend to be made of higher quality fabrics than Loft pieces.  For example, in the winter, most Ann Taylor sweaters are pure cashmere, while the Loft carries sweaters made of blended fabrics. 
Ann Taylor and Ann Taylor Loft are both well known as places to find feminine, tailored suits, separates, dresses, shoes and accessories with an updated classic style. They offer a variety of career, casual and occasion clothing.  Their designs coordinate and work well together, so customers can build a full wardrobe from Ann Taylor.
According to the Ann Taylor website:  "Ann Taylor stores compete in the better priced category, and cater to the successful, relatively affluent career woman, who needs appropriate, fashion conscious attire for her professional life, and prefers stylish, coordinated looks for her leisure activities. Ann Taylor Loft stores compete in the upper moderate priced category. Ann Taylor Loft collections are designed for value conscious women with a more relaxed lifestyle both at work and at home."
So that's the difference, and what it boils down to is the Ann Taylor items are higher priced and more luxurious, while Loft collections are somewhat more casual and affordably priced.  Just make sure when buying on ebay that you know which label you're getting.  Check out my ebay store for lots of great Ann Taylor bargains!