Thursday, July 11, 2013

Coral Red Obsession: Boden Macrame Top

There are some colors that we simply cannot resist. For me, it is coral red.  Now, blue is my favorite color, I love certain shades of (blue based) green and I own plenty of neutrals.  But coral red is the color that can make me forgive other imperfections or justify a splurge, especially when it comes to a top or a dress.  How about you, do you have a weakness for certain shades?

I ordered this Macrame linen top from Boden quite a while ago.  However, my initial order never arrived, so I have to call customer service to get a replacement. I finally received my order and I love this top.

 

I don't buy much from Boden these days but what originally attracted me to them was exactly this style items, fun, easy to wear, casual and feminine without being too sweet.  When I saw this top I immediately wanted to wear it with denim,  I thought it would make a perfect outfit when you want to look casual but still pretty. 

Sorry about the hair, I was on my way to the hair salon, lol

The color did not disappoint me, the print is lovely and the neckline flattering.  It is linen, so it is quite breezy, despite longer sleeve length and it feels very comfortable.


It is just long enough to fall to the hip on me.  I love this length, enough to give me some coverage but short enough not too look like a tunic.


Overall, I think it is a great top.  I would recommend it if you like this style and it is now now sale and still available in many sizes.

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Do you have a color that would make you buy something for the sake of it?
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13 comments:

  1. shopwithmJuly 11, 2013 at 9:08 PM

    As you know, I have and love the Macrame Top. I had ordered it in three colors and was debating which to keep. And then I ended up keeping them all, whoops! But it was a happy result, as I've worn them all non-stop. I recommend this one as well. I just love this color particularly!

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    1. ajcJuly 12, 2013 at 5:10 PM

      Yes M, you were the enabler in this case :) I have to thank you in the end, it is a great top!

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  2. cateJuly 11, 2013 at 10:42 PM

    Love that! It reminds me a bit of J. Crew's java tunic, but this is a better length.

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    1. ajcJuly 12, 2013 at 5:12 PM

      You are right Cate (although it did not occur to me)! I ended up returning Java tunic because it was too short but this is great.

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  3. Lisa - respect the shoesJuly 11, 2013 at 11:09 PM

    Can we talk about those jeans you've got on, because you look fantastic in them!

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    1. ajcJuly 12, 2013 at 5:13 PM

      Thank you Lisa, these are Pilcro Stet slim bootcut from Anthro. I love them and I have cords as well but I haven't worn the cords as much as the jeans.

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  4. ShandaJuly 12, 2013 at 12:27 AM

    You look great as usual. I love the length of the top - that's actually what I prefer for my own tops. The color is also fabulous on you. I am also wondering about your jeans. Can you share the brand, etc? I am on the hunt for the perfect pair of jeans and so far, no luck.

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    1. ajcJuly 12, 2013 at 5:17 PM

      Thanks Shanda, this is perfect length isn't it? I added tags for the jeans, if you click on Pilcro Stet you will see all the posts sith the jeans that I tagged, including the one where I reviewed them. These jeans and my black JBrand skinnies are my go-to jeans, I love them!

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  5. EmaJuly 12, 2013 at 1:49 PM

    You are right, this color is so nice on you... Boden makes very nice tunic tops (don't know how to call them) and this is one of them.
    I agree with the other commenters, those jeans look great on your legs (they are the Pilcro, right?)

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    1. ajcJuly 12, 2013 at 5:18 PM

      You are right Ema, they got the tunics that are no actually tunics down.
      Yes, the jeans are Pilcro.

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  6. Anthro BloggerJuly 12, 2013 at 11:50 PM

    I love that color on you! I love how this outfit looks and seems to be very "you".

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  7. MeredithJuly 15, 2013 at 6:57 AM

    It looks great - what size did you take this in? I have never ordered from Boden and would like to know how it compares to JCrew sizing. Thanks!

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    1. ajcJuly 15, 2013 at 10:14 AM

      I ordered size 6 regular which is the same as my JCrew size. Hope this helps. Boden has measurements for every garment on their website which is very good when figuring out the fit. Hth

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