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I was holding this post until next week but the 25% Off Friends & Fans Event has started today (through Monday, April 28).

I took some time to head to the Forum Shops at Caesar’s while Husband was playing in a poker tournament. I was able to stop in to Tory Burch and try on a couple of more items from the Summer 2014 Collection. The Talia Shirtdress is part of the Collection as are the Sadie Slingbacks.

I have been lusting over the Mia Slim Boot Denim and finally decided to try them on. They are the same print as the Talia Shirtdress, which I am such a fan of. I took a size 29, my normal jean size. It does stretch some so stay with your normal denim size. It is cropped, for me just at the ankle, and has a slight boot flare.

   

There are so many color options to choose from in this print. I’m now looking for a lavender-colored top, preferably in linen, to pair with these jeans.

I love the Lidia Polo Shirts. The ruffle at the collar and placket make it much more feminine. This is the Linen version and fits just fine in my normal size Medium. 

The Zora Tee was another top I was excited to try on. It fits well through the body and shoulders in a Medium but the arms are a little snug. This is also Linen and has a contrasting all navy back.

The Amanda Tee is on sale and is similar to J Crew’s Cut-out Floral Sweatshirt. I do prefer this tee over the sweatshirt. Again, size Medium fits well.

The SA I worked with suggested I try the Linda Top with the Mia Slim Boot. The online model has her arms to the side so you don’t see the swing at the bottom. The lace overlay in the green is pretty but it’s the back that really makes this top.

But sadly, even with the beautiful back I couldn’t buy this top. The arms were too tight in the size 8 and once the back was hooked and buttoned it rode a little high on my neck. 

The Jessa Top is a beautiful silk blouse with a Queen Anne’s lace print (also one of the flower’s growing at Tory’s home). I have on a size 8 and that fits perfectly. There’s a matching (and pricey) maxi skirt and pants  (Those are not included in the promo since they are on pre-order).

The Valerie Dress is a crepe jersey of the same Queen Anne’s lace print and has a beautiful low-cut back. It is very comfortable on but a little long for my taste, hitting below the knee in a size Medium. 
Lastly, is the Kaylin Dress in Mesh Stripe. This is a beautiful shift dress with a built-in jeweled neckline and also comes in white. I have on a size 8 here but also tried the 6 which fit much better.  

So pretty…if only I had a few places and events to wear this dress.

My Kerrington Tote in the Sunhats print was perfect for travelling and even for walking around shopping my first day in Vegas.
I took my Lidia Polo in Leaf Green as well and wore it one day with the Mia Slim Boot. 

See my other Tory Burch reviews.
Talia Poplin Shirtdress
Sadie Slingback Pumps
Nori Wedge Sandal
Audra Sandal
Thora Flip-Flops
Aberra Tee
Alexa Cropped Skinny
Alexa Cropped Skinny in Red and London Blouse (favorite!!!)

Use code FRIENDLY online. If you are near a store they will apply it automatically. This promo includes U.S. & Canada stores and Outlets.

Happy Shopping!!



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I was not looking for another pair of Metallic shoes but these were interesting and on sale. They are different from my other Metallic shoes I have (Martina, Lillian, Sadie). Though I am a bigger fan of the Darby, which the Cleo is replacing, these are comfortable.

There was a lone size 7 up high on a shelf. I didn’t climb it, thought about it, but used another shoe to grab them instead. Us shorties have to get a little creative for those hard-to-reach items.

I went from 1 pair of Metallic/Silver shoes to 5! I have the Tybee Sandals as well that I purchased last year. Those are too small so I’ll need to repurchase a size 7 1/2. 
I should be done with my Metallic shoe collection so if you see me posting a pair on Insta, stop me! There can’t be another style that I would love, right? 
Happy Shoes-day!



More Metallic Loafer options…The Sole Society pair is a great dupe! (Invite)

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Lastly, some jewelry I found at Banana Republic.

Silver Seas Statement Necklace – I have enough Statement Necklaces and don’t wear them very often. This one was pretty and just from past necklaces from BR, I usually find them to be a little lightweight, not necessarily cheap-feeling just not too heavy. It makes them easier to wear all day. This is very similar to J Crew’s Grande Crystal Drops Necklace. I can only wear that for a few hours before it starts to get heavy.

White Floral Delicate Necklace – I was drawn to this one as well, maybe more so than the one above. I walked right by the Statement Necklace to see this one.

Matching bracelet to the White Floral Delicate Necklace

Peaches and Cream Statement Necklace

Sea Glass Statement Necklace – Brown and mint is always a pretty color combo.

Kissing Animal Bracelet – Kissing Zebra’s…nuff said.

Aqua Ombre’ Stretch Bracelet -These would be nice wear with a white dress. I love a Turquoise/White combo.

Jaguar Ring – This little ring was super cute. It has a Pave’ jaguar head on the top.

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Here’s another round of Banana Republic, this time dresses.

Mixed Print Riviera Dress, Size 6 – I really liked this dress. It has a slip-lining and fits loose but not like the JC Jules dresses. Just a really nice Ikat Shift Dress. The reviews are mixed online. I like the v-neck and it just sits well on my body. I am a 6 in shift or unstructured dresses so size down. I’m considering this one.

Floral Drop-Waist Dress, Size 6, Ivory – I believe this also comes in Black in-store. Or at least that’s what I thought I saw. This dress runs Small and would take some severe Spanxing to manage in this size. I love the big huge daisies all over the dress. I don’t like the exposed back zipper. The length was good and I didn’t find it too see-through though I was wearing nude undergarments. A pass for me but would be a great option for graduation or in the darker color for a wedding. Kind of loved it though and would consider it in the size 8.

  

Seamed Fit-and-Flare Dress, Size 6, White (also Navy) – This one isn’t as tight as the Drop-Waist Dress but I would still go up to an 8 in this. The Ponte is comfortable and not very thick but thick enough that it isn’t see-through in the white. You can see it has an exposed back zip in the last pic. I’d consider this on sale, probably in the Navy.

  

   

Heritage Textured Stripe Belted Sheath Dress, Size 6 – This dress was the image in my email and I was happy to see it in the store. But, this dress is structured and the size 6 does not fit. You might think it look like it does fit very well but I could not zip it up past the belt/waist. The hips were pretty tight too. I would like to try the size 8 and I really loved the material and the shape is really nice too. I hope the size 8 gives me the look of that tiny waist I see in these pics. 😉

  
Anything catch your eye here? I have some Jewelry pieces coming up later today.
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Banana Republic started a promo today for 40% off in-store and online (BRFORTY) through 4/21. I just happened to be near one last night, wasting some time before The Boy’s event, so I grabbed a few things to try on.

Navy Ponte Fit-and-Flare Skirt, Size 6 – I tried this on to compare with my beloved Fluted Skirt and I really liked it. The skirt is a little more swingy than the Fluted Skirt but only because of the material. It wasn’t too heavy or thick and felt very comfortable on. The length was perfect for me but I passed on it, only because I have the Fluted Skirt in a variety of colors.

  

Boat Print Sleeveless Top, Size 6 – Looking at this I thought it was silk but turned out to be Poly. I try to stay away from Poly if I can but sometimes things are just too cute or well-made to pass them up, even if they are.

Pleated Circle Skirt, Size 8 – I wasn’t sure how I would feel about this skirt with all the pleating but it wasn’t too bad on. That was also with the 8 being too big. I’d size to a 6 to determine if I really liked it. The color is Holly Berry and is a very pretty red with a cute navy satin lining at the interior waistband. A pass for me as I struggle with styling red with colors other than blue, white and black.

Fluted Skirt, Size 6, White (also Black) – I’d size to an 8 in this because though it fit, I have no room for anything else (food!). It’s snug, not tight, IYKWIM. It is lined but you can still see through it. Pass since I have lovely Kate Spade skirt in white I love!.

  

Sloan-Fit Dot-Print Pencil Skirt, Size 8 – This was on the table as I walked in and seemed pretty popular as the only sizes available were a 2, 8 and 12. The 8 is comfortable and looks like it fits but I know the size 6 will skim my waist and hips better. Definitely considering this one.

  

Elephant Printed Short, Size 6 – These remind me of the old BR days when there was so much Safari in the store – elephants, giraffes, lions, etc. Anyone remember that? The 6 was a nice fit. I wouldn’t size to an 8 as they will stretch some. The length was good too.

Have you seen Banana Republic’s new rollout yet? Anything interest you? I have some dresses and jewelry coming up tomorrow.

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