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Pink gingham blazer inspo

J. Crew released a pink gingham blazer and blue one last spring on the retail side. The Factory version is currently available. I’ve been watching the price on this blazer. It was $49.50 over the weekend. Outfit inspo can be a tipping point, so let’s check out some pink gingham blazer ideas:

ETA: Facebook Live review of the Factory gingham blazer

I love the floral and stripes. Cute layering. I don’t think Jenna is wearing a gingham blazer, but layering the burgundy gingham under the pink gingham blazer might work. And the third pic is the retail version from last year. I believe it was a one-button blazer, whereas the Factory version has 2-buttons. a 2-button or 3-button stance works better for me than a 1-button.

I like the tie around Jenna’s waist. I really like her green gingham heels. I wouldn’t have put them with the blazer. Actually, I don’t think they’re gingham. I think they’re another print from last year, but I would try my green gingham tie-wrap sandals, which have a similar silhouette.

J CREW FACTORY PROMO

Today’s flash promo — FLAVORFAVE for 35% off + free shipping and 50% off clearance — will disappear from the website at about 9:15 pm PST. However, the code often usually works until 11:59 PST.

Factory gingham blazer ($148) runs regular 00 – 16 and petite P00 – P12. The colors are cobalt ivory gingham and pink ivory gingham. The lone, petite reviewer said that the pink is more muted than she desired. I like that. I wouldn’t want it to be garish. I doubt I will make it to a store before 4/29 so I order this. It nets $45.17 with FLAVORFAVE. I expect this to run tts, so i went with an 8P, which is a regular 6 equivalent.
Factory flutter-sleeve top – Tops like these have become workhorses for me. I got navy and the soft aquamarine. I love coral, but end up not wearing it, so passed. Even though they’re only $14.99 (!) on this promo.

Size 4 – chest = 38.5″ S
Size 6 – chest= 39.5″

Body length on the petite is 24″ and 26″ on the regular.
Factory printed flutter-sleeve tank – I forgot to get this one in the burgundy dot. It has high stars. Even if it happens to look cheap irl, it would probably look nice under a black suit. Nets $18 on this promo.

If you already have the retail or Factory gingham blazer, let me know how easy it has been (or not) to style.

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J Crew’s flutter-sleeve shift dress in eyelet review

One today…

J Crew’s flutter-sleeve shift dress in eyelet (SP17, $118) runs regular 000 – 16 (G1269), petite P00 – P12 (G2380) and tall T2 – T16 (G2397). Color choices are black, bright citron, coral reef and ivory. I’m only seeing the petite in coral and the tall in black. 100% cotton.

Size 8 – black – I tried on the white (below) in size 6. It fit ok, but hugged my stomach a little bit. I’m glad I brought this size 8 in for contrast. I’d say this dress runs tts. However, if you want that extra 1/4″ – 1/2″ in length and/or need more flow thru the body, size up one…like me.

I love my J. Crew Valentina pumps that I have on. This color has been hidden in my closet, but I found it and have worn them a few times lately. The next time you wear a black dress or black outfit, consider wearing a pair of shoes that you feel are difficult to pair — like bright ones.

Size 6 – white – I absolutely love how the texture of the fabric shows up in the white. It looks crisp and clean. I actually did not envision spilling anything on it and felt convinced I could make it thru 90% of the day without getting it dirty. Again this is the 6 and it works. I just felt completely un-selfconscious in the 8 (above).

I have had zero desire to incorporate the sleeves trend into my wardrobe. I’m interested in adding more femininity and flow to my wardrobe, but some of these crazy bell sleeves and poet sleeves are too much.

The back is cute on this. The zipper stops just above the bra strap or so. Then there’s a keyhole and ribbon tie closure. I’m 5’1″ to give you an idea of length.

The Feeling
This one is cart worthy for me. Loved it.

More reviews
I reviewed the fringy dress & gorgeous green eyelet shirtdress in this post.

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J. Crew – new arrivals!

Spring is here!

Somewhere. Not in my town. We have rain this week. I tend to buy right when I need the clothing, so I haven’t gone into store to see things in-person. I will tell you that I’m not a fan of this flutter sleeve business. That’s very get off my lawn! — but I will be glad when they get off my lawn with the flutter sleeve. It’s too dramatic for a someone with a shorter frame, like me. Long ago I really liked poet sleeves, but they’re a bit theatrical.

Thoughts…

* long cardigan sweater with striped back – I totally love the look of this. Stripes! I would go for a small, which is tts for me.

* Lottie suede sandals – I think I need these in my life, especially since suede no longer scares me. These have a manageable heel and that vivid waterfall shade! The bright stud earrings in misty sea don’t look like a complimentary shade. Any of the other 3 shades would go well for sure. I’m loving the vivid flamingo.

* skinny pencil skirt in ponte – I’m digging the ponte skirt. Although my ponte would be a bit rounder than the model’s. I’m seeing the look with a denim shirt tied at the bottom and cage sandals. This skirt is online only, FYI.

* tie-waist short in cotton poplin – I’m loving the bow. I’m not certain I have enough existing waist definition to make these look good. I think black would look the best. I’m wondering if you can move the tie and fix the bow off to the side. I hope so.

* Tippi short-sleeve sweater with tulle – Why? Can’t get behind this one, based on the online pics.

* wrap-t-shirt – Although the tie-waist wrap style might not be a fab match for me, this particular offering looks promising. I would expect the viscose material to be more fluid and forgiving than the tie-waist top and striped tie-waist top, which both look like cotton oxford-type fabric.

…I have more, but that’s all I have time for.

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Loft – NOEXCUSES 50% off ends tonite

Hello! I’ve been looking at these jeans on loft.com and had a moment to visit the store yesterday. They’re not a darker, true red like they look on my monitor. They’re a brick red, so there’s more brown in them. I didn’t like the shade because it didn’t look easy for me to match with items I own, but I did like some of the other silhouettes and prints I saw in the store.

I like the big flower print. It might be a bit much for a shortie like me, but the blossom pencil skirt caught my eye a few times and does run in petite sizes. I just know myself aaaannnd the fact that I have a drawer of unworn skirts. I didn’t see the ruffle neck mixed media shirt or I would’ve tried it on. I love creme and in my mind I prefer silk. However, I don’t like feeling fussy when I wear it. You know, worrying about whether I’m fraying the silk threads or staining it. Plus, the cost of dry cleaning. If the poly feels good enough on my skin and it’s machine washable — as this is — I’d definitely consider buying it.

Loft’s NOEXCUSES for 50% off sitewide is good thru tonite. I believe their codes end at 8:59 PST. If you’re not interested in ordering now, save items to your wishlist to review later. I’ve had some colored cords, but never colored denim. I was very intrigued by Loft’s because of my love for the Modern skinny & Modern Straight denim silhouettes. What do you think about colored denim?

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