To finish out the week I have one last set from J Crew, the very popular Patio Pants.
J Crew: Two-Tone Pleated Combo Dress, Long-Sleeve Speckled Chiffon Dress
I’m not in need of any dressy dresses but was able to try on two in-store last week.
I knew the length was not going to work on me and on the hanger it didn’t appeal to me but I was pleasantly surprised by this dress. The size 6 fit really well on me. Depending on the shape of a dress I can wear either a 6 or 8 so this is the smaller of my two sizes. The top portion is Viscose and has seaming/darts at the chest that are a little too pronounced. The neckline has a little button to give you the option to wear that part open or closed.
The length was as I expected and too long, hitting me mid-calf. Though not exposed, the back zip is showing just a little, especially on the skirt portion. The dress didn’t feel tight on me but since the zip is showing some, then it is pulling a bit. An 8 Petite could fix that and the length issues. Sizing to an 8 would be loose all over. Though not my style, this is a very pretty, work appropriate dress.
The back zip is hidden (YAY!) and looks just as pretty as the front. The only negative I have with the Speckled Chiffon Dress is you will need to wear a strapless bra with it due to the sheer top. But otherwise, this is a beautiful dress. After looking at these pics for a while the shape reminded me of the Tory Burch Alice Dress I purchased earlier this year.
J Crew: Graphic Floral Sweatshirt, Boy Shirt in Mini Gingham
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The flowers still look like iron-on felt but I liked the placement of them and they seem to be stuck on pretty well. It does have a dropped-shoulder seam which I’m impartial to on this sweatshirt.
J Crew: Boy Shirt in Dawson Plaid, Tiered Crepe Top
I’m attempting to get reviews up of everything I tried on that is included in the TIMETOSHOP 25% off promo going on at J Crew.
~ Boy Shirt in Dawson Plaid, size 8 ~
Even though this is pretty wrinkled, there’s no pulling at the chest and the shoulders and arms have a little looseness to them. The Petite size would help the length of the arms fit better but might tighten up in the shoulders and arms.
I couldn’t think of 3 things I had that would work with this shirt other than jeans. I don’t have any colors of cardigans or Cashmere Tees that would go with it. There is a Scarf in this pattern and color that I mike like a little better but overall it’s not a shirt I plan to add to my closet.
What looks like an extra layer on top is actually where the top was folded. Just a teeny bit of steaming would have helped remove that. I don’t like that it really looks like another layer of Viscose cutting across my chest. The size 6 fit fine. I just wasn’t very taken by this top at all. Even the Sunfaded Blue looks a bit lackluster.
But don’t listen to me, as there is one review online giving this top, and color, 5 stars. 😉
These were kind of “meh” for me. There are plenty of other plaid shirts to choose from at a lot of retailers right now. I think I need more of a navy blue color instead.
What do you think of the Boy Shirt in Dawson Plaid and Tiered Crepe Top?
J Crew: Silk Blouse in Cobalt Leopard
The Silk Blouse in Cobalt Leopard was the one item I wanted to see IRL as the blouse fits into what I plan to wear for Fall. I like the color mix of blue, black and purple. The silk is a nice quality as well.
It’s cut boxy but it still feels and looks like it has some shape to it. I think it has to do with the armholes and the darts at the side of the chest. The shirttail hem helps too.
What do you think of the Silk Blouse in Cobalt Leopard?
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