My online orders came in and I was excited to get these with one of the promos.
~ Merino Wool Pocket Tunic, Deep Forest, Small ~
I love my Merino Pocket Tunics from last year. This time the pockets are in front instead of on the side. I preferred the side though the front pocket seams aren’t as noticeable. I was counting on the tunic being the same fit as last year so I ordered a Small. I was right about this running big so size down one unless you want a really over-sized fit. I have the Gray, Navy and Burgundy from last year so I am very happy this Forest Green was made available this year.
It doesn’t look too bad with the Zip Pocket Mini in Heather Chartreuse. The mini is not that bright but a more muted tone. My review is coming soon.
~ Covered-Button Crepe Blouse, Safari, Petite 8 ~
I have several colors of last year’s Drapey Crepe Henley Tunic including a shade of green. The fit is perfect in the Petite 8. If there hadn’t been Petite sizing in this I would have gone with a size 6. The shoulders are fine for me in this. I’m guessing it’s because it’s supposed to be loose. The button placket is covered like it was last year. There is some additional seaming above the chest. Probably to differentiate it from the Drapey Crepe Henley Tunic. The feel/material is the same as well which means it will snag easily. Lastly, from experience, I would stick to the washing instructions on the tag, which is Dry Clean Only. I’ve shrunk two on the delicate setting.
I’m not as excited about the Safari Green color as I thought I would be. It doesn’t go with anything I’m planning on wearing for Fall so I will be returning it.
It’s ok with the Zip Pocket Mini. I’d stick with the darker shade of green above.
~ Plaid Mix Scarf ~
This is a nice little plaid wool scarf that will mix well with my Fall and Winter items. I usually grab a wool and a cashmere scarf each year.
So, two hits and a miss. I kind of knew after ordering the Crepe Tunic in Safari I was going to return it. I just wasn’t excited about it. The Light Wisteria is a sweet color but only enough to make my wishlist.
How about you? Do you have multiples in the Pocket Tunic and Crepe Tunic? Those two items were something I wore a lot last Winter.
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Thanks for the reviews. I've been on the fence about the safari green in the crepe top. I looked up fabric and viscose is a fiber that shrinks when wet. It needs to be drycleaned, so I haven't risked it. Sorry to hear you lost 2 of them. And I know what you mean about snags on the fabric. Thankfully I only have them on the bottom because I sit on the top. I just pretend they're not there. lol
I'll be back to look for your factory reviews and see if you got the Isabelles. No more colors like light wisteria for me. I end up not wearing the pale colors.