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Today’s Shoes-day is a two-for-one. My store received two returns from the Sophia Webster for J Crew Collection. One of the SAs suggested I try them on, for fun, when he found out I was a size 7 in shoes.

~ Lola Pumps, size 7 1/2 ~

These silk twill floral pumps are so stunning IRL. The heel is also the floral fabric with a light blue heel tip. They are trimmed in black patent leather. 
I love that the pattern at the toe matches on both shoes. 
As expected, these fit a half size too big. I think I could get away with using a heel pad and insert but I would rather get my true size 37/7. 

The heel is 4 inches which is out of my heel-height range. I try to stick with 3 inches or less. But I was amazed at how comfortable these were to walk in. The lining is leather but it almost feels like there is a good amount of padding or memory foam under the lining. They really were that comfortable right away.

~ Pippa Pumps, size 7 1/2 ~

I would buy these just to displayed them all the time. The Pippa Pumps are absolutely gorgeous. Again, I need a size 37/7 for the best fit. These tie at the ankle and the vamp shows some toe cleavage. Like the Lola Pumps, they were pretty comfortable. These would make a beautiful D’Orsay Flat, don’t you think? Enjoy the pics!

The Pippa Pumps would be perfect for the upcoming party season. You could wear a sack and still look amazing with these shoes on your feet. 
Have you seen any of the Sophia Webster Collection for J Crew in person? 

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Anthropologie has a 25% off promo on dresses and jewelry right now. There isn’t an end-day but this will probably through Tuesday. I was at the store two weekends ago and did try on a few dresses, in case you are looking at purchasing any of these.

 ~ Abelia Dress by Floreat, Medium ~

I’m a sucker for shift dresses and this one was no exception. There’s beading and fringe and embroidery on this dress. I really was attracted to the neckline fringe and beading. The Medium fit well and through the arms and body, mainly chest, so I would say this is TTS. It doesn’t look too bad with the Quinn Suede Ankle Booties in Dark Cedar either. 

~ Tiled Amethyst Dress by Maeve, Small ~
I liked the colors and smocking on this dress. The Small fit well though it pulled just a little across the chest. A medium would look too over-sized so I’d stick with the Small. This is a nice little jersey dress that is probably better for early Spring and not Winter. 
  
~ Bressay Shift by Sparrow, Turquoise, Medium ~
This boiled wool dress was styled in the store window and the Turquoise was stunning that I had to try it on. I like the Sky color of the Scalloped Remy Blouse with the Turquoise but the style/neckline of the blouse was a little difficult to adjust. This fits TTS in the Medium and has front pockets that don’t add any extra bulk. 
  

~ Colorstack Sweater Dress, Medium ~
I originally went in the store for this dress. I loved it online and though it’s a bit Sesame Street/Ernie and Bert I love it! The Medium is a perfect fit and also looks great styled with the Quinn Booties. I’ll throw a long cardi over this to be nice and cozy. 
  
And here are just a few other dress picks.
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My search for a long or draped grey cardigan brought me to Ann Taylor to see the Wool Blend Open Cardigan in person. The two stores I went to did not have either color so I was out of luck, but I did find a few things to try on. Ann Taylor has extended their 40% off Friends-and-Family code through today (use FRIENDS40).

~ Camel Print Silk Camp Shirt, Medium ~

I am always on the lookout for a 100% Silk shirt, especially printed ones. I think they are perfect layering pieces for my casual work-from-home style. The Medium is true-to-size though the shirt is sheer. It will probably require a cami if worn solo, and I already had one on. There’s also a Deer Print Silk Camp Shirt. 

~ Cable Turtleneck Sweater, Silver Lake Grey, Small ~
I surprisingly liked this turtleneck sweater. I don’t like my neck constricted and tend to stay away from turtlenecks but this is one I would get. I loved the color and cable-knit. There is a small split hem for just enough trend but still able to be worn after that’s finished. I would need a Medium for just a little more comfort. It also comes in Black, Irish Cream and Smokey Pond which is a light blue. 

~ Structured Zip-Back Sweater, White, Medium ~
This sweater looked like an option to use as an outer layer. It’s just a little cropped but still hit me at the waist-band. It looked and was comfortable on and had a short exposed zip in the back. The Medium was TTS and I like the neckline but the drop-shoulder makes it a pass. 
~ Dot Sweater Flounce Skirt, Petite Medium ~
This was another one of those looks-cute-on-the-hanger items. I like the length and the sweater knit was comfortable but I just don’t see myself wearing this enough. I also think it was on sale in-store but still full-price online. 

~ Lace Slim Ankle Pants, size 10 Petite ~
I loved these pants. I tried on a Petite to see if I could get the length cropped or at least just the right length to the ankle. Also, from past experience with Ann Taylor, I size to a 10 Petite instead of an 8 Petite like I would at J Crew. Can I just say how much I love that Ann Taylor carries petite sizing in-store. There’s a Banana Republic here in town that does as well and of course, Talbot’s. I wish J Crew would have a few items in Petite in-store, particularly pants. 
The 10 Petite was the perfect fit and felt very comfortable. I’ve been looking for something like these for a few years to wear with a Cashmere sweater and a statement necklace. You’ll see these on me this party season. 
Ann Taylor has been mostly a miss for me for a while now. And the one store I frequent is just not fun to be in. The lighting is drab and the SAs are either very helpful or completely ignore you. I am glad I stopped by since I loved the pants and the Silk Camel Blouse. 
Are you shopping the Ann Taylor Friends and Family, code FRIENDS40? 

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~ Blurred Ikat Top, size 8 ~
~ Blurred Ikat Skirt, size 6 ~
I loved this skirt when it showed up a few weeks ago. I was finally able to try it on and decided to see how it would look as a “dress” with the matching top. I actually like the two separates together. The top fit TTS for me in the size 8. The security tag on the side was making it not tuck in straight but that’s an easy fix with the snip of some scissors. 
  
The skirt runs TTS for a “sits at waist” style. This fits like the Silk Skirt in Beanstalk Stripe from last year {pin}. I honestly thought this was a silk skirt and not 100% Polyester. The material felt very silk to me. I have the J Crew Deco Shirred Skirt from years ago but this is a different print so I think I could get away with two black and white/ivory skirts in my closet. I’m waiting for this to go on sale. 

There’s also an actual dress option if you don’t want to do separates, as well as drapey pants. You can see the top on Gigi as well. 
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Whoops! The week got away from me and I wasn’t able to post Part 2 of the sweaters I tried on by Saturday evening. Here they are now.

~ Boiled Wool Sweatshirt, Dark Navy, Small ~

Now on sale, this run really over-sized. The small ran big and I probably could have gone to an XS. I wasn’t a fan of the wide elastic on the hem and at the end of the sleeves. On the right person I’m sure this will look great but I am not a fan. 
~ Textured Slouchy Sweater, Sandstone Dusk, Small ~

This was a cozy sweater but a shedder. This is another over-sized fit with drop-shoulders sweater so the small fit well. The color was a dust of pink. I would probably go darker and get the Carbon Navy. It’s also now on sale. 

~ Wool Bouclé Sweater, Heather Peacock, Small ~

I would probably try an XS since this is really over-sized. I LOVED the Heather Peacock color and it felt so cozy on, with no layering underneath. I will definitely try the XS if it’s still available when it goes on sale. 

I really have been preferring my Cashmere Tees, the Merino V-Neck Cardigans and Tippi Sweaters. I am still looking for a cozy cable-knit sweater in Ivory and a draped or cocoon sweater in gray.

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