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There were a few of the Marimekko Collection pieces in one of my stores Thursday and I grabbed a couple to try on.

The Marimekko Collection Kivet Pleated Dress is very pretty and a nice Linen/Cotton blend. I have on a size 6 but wasn’t able to zip this up the back so I would need an 8. The silhouette is very flattering on. The black and white dot print seams to create a nice affect. I do with the pronounced waistband was seamed evenly though or at least all one piece until the back. It does have pockets.

  

I have on a size 6 in the Marimekko Collection Kivet Full Skirt. This has pleating at the waistband creating the fullness. It also has pockets. I was able to tuck in my shirt but it was a little snug. I don’t think I’d size up though. The length was perfect for me and not a midi skirt like some of the pre-Collection images showed.

I didn’t get the two items above though they were both lovely. Though most of the Collection sold out in hours there are still a few items online. There are also several other dresses and tees in stores. I’m sure bigger stores will have more items. I have 4 in my city so they may have each received different items. I was able to order the Marimekko Collection Kivet Hampton Pant. 
I also tried on the White Linen Patio Skirt in a size 6. Though the length was about 3-4 inches long the waist was a perfect fit. I so wanted to bring this home with me but even at 40% off I would still need to invest in altering it. That would mean I probably wouldn’t wear it until next Summer. I already have a pile of pants to alter and have no time to get to the tailor.
I am standing on my very tippy-toes here. I would need at least a 4-inch heel or wedge to wear this skirt without hemming. 
And this is completely flat-footed. 
Lastly, I found a pair of White Jeans to try on. These are the White Boyfriend Jean in a size 28. The waist fit fine with a little gap in the back. The jeans will stretch so that would get even looser. Also, the length would need to be hemmed. You can also see the pockets so it’s pretty see-through for me. Other than being White in color, they don’t meet any of my other criteria for a new pair.
 
Were you able to order anything from the Marimekko Collection? Or see it in store? 
Have a Great Day!

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Before meeting up with Husband and a friend one evening I ventured inside The Limited. There I found a currently collection full of red, white and blue.

The Lace & Stripe Skater Skirt was just as adorable on me as it was on the hanger. The lining is navy and white stripe with a lace overlay. I tried on a size 8 and that seemed to fit comparable to my JC Fluted Skirts. Don’t want the skirt? There’s also a cami with the same concept.

peek-a-boo

The Stripe Slant-Seam Pencil Skirt has the same pattern of the Gondola print from J Crew a few years back. I love that this is in a pencil skirt, though I have no need for it. I have on a size 6 and I’d stick with that size. It’s the same as my J Crew pencil skirt size.

  
This was also at the time I was searching for an additional pair of white shorts. I tried some other prints and solids as well. All of these are a size 8. I preferred the printed and dotted shorts over the solid. I think I need to size up in the solid. 
Denim Tailored Short

Tailored Short in Blue Print – This is in Sateen.

Dot Tailored Short – This one is a printed jacquard.

Solid Tailored Short in White & Red
The Limited always has some sort of promo going on. I used to wear this brand a lot when I was in an office-setting daily. I just don’t think of them so much anymore since I work from home. It’s also because they are one of the last retail stores before the restaurants start. When I’m down that way I usually am heading to eat and not shop. 
Here are some other striped pattern options from The Limited. If you missed out on the Gondola pieces from J Crew these might work for you.

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I’m into Week 3 and am starting to get the hang of this. Like I said on my post about the Stylebook App, this remix makes it very easy to get dressed every day and pick something out for a last minute date night.

This week, I’m pulling in my Lace-Stripe Skirt in Light Citron. I also have a graduation party to attend on Saturday so I’ve added the Talia Poplin Shirtdress. I am also finding I really LOVE my Tory Burch items. They’ve held up well to washing and wearing so far. And surprisingly, Husband likes that dress! I figured the print would be too much for him to handle.

~ Lidia Polo, Tory Burch ~
~ Lace-Front Tank, J Crew Factory ~
~ Short-Sleeve Chambray Shirt, J Crew (Factory) ~
~ Lace-Stripe Skirt, J Crew ~
~ Mia Slim Boot, Tory Burch ~
~ Talia Poplin Shirtdress, Tory Burch ~
~ Lace Espadrille, Valentino (Stuart Weitzman, Jennifer Lopez) ~
~ Amalie Sandals, Tory Burch ~
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I waited two days before wearing these Isabelle Bow Pumps even though I was going crazy knowing I had them. Thank the weather for that. But Thursday was a beautiful day and required these shoes to be worn.

~ Keating Boy Blazer in Linen, J Crew Factory ~
~ White Denim Jeans, Express (J Crew, GAP) ~
~ Isabelle Printed Bow Pumps, J Crew Factory ~
So far, for Week 2 I’ve learned that I need a new pair of white jeans. I bought these from Express waaaaay back in 2006 when I still a skinny-minnie and could wear low-rise jeans. Jump to my almost 42-year-old self and mid-rise jeans are high on my radar. As soon as I find a new pair of white jeans that are 1) mid-rise but not mom jeans, 2) thick enough that you can’t see through them, 3) just skinny enough and 4) ankle length I will find a new home for these. I’m glad I stuck with this week’s remix even with the weather challenge. 
Have a Great Weekend!

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