Trying on Denim at Anthropologie

I love wearing jeans. But the funny thing is, I only own 2 pairs I like (and wear), one pair of skinnies from True Religion and one pair of flares from People's Liberation (a great brand but no longer existing, I think).

My jeans are several years old and probably have the best cost-per-wear ratio in my closet. This is because as much as I like wearing jeans, I do not like shopping for them.  It is a painful process, usually requiring to try on about 20 pairs, before giving up and deciding that my old jeans will do just fine.

Last week I was in an Anthro store with a friend. I can never find anything I like at Anthro, everything there always seems to have at least one embellishment too many.  So while she was browsing ecstatically and trying on things like a mad woman (or like me at J.Crew)  I thought I would check out the home section. Then, I had this great idea that I can occupy myself with denim try-ons. And why not?

I took five pairs with me to the fitting room, all in size 28, which is my regular size in denim.

AG Simona    

Comfortable

The Simona jeans were very comfortable and casual. If I needed jeans for hanging out on the deck and barbecues they would be just fine, but I would not wear them on the date. That said, they would definitely benefit from some styling.

Look OK from front

hmmm, not so hot

Pilcro Petite Edit Slim

Gave me hips!

I quite liked these Pilcro jeans but I was a little shocked by the look of my hips. I never thought I could feel big in this area but I did. The back looked good.  They were comfortable and soft, and no muffin top.

Not bad

Now I just realized that maybe they are supposed to be for Petites? I am not sure. I am 5'6" and they did not feel petite, just ankle length. For those who are maybe more familiar with the brand, what do you think, is Petite just in the name or are they meant for Petites?

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 J Brand Kori High-Rise Crops

Horrible in calf area

I know many people rave about their J.Brand jeans I always wanted to try them on.  The denim felt great, form fitting but very comfortable and I liked the dark wash. They did not give me a muffin top but the raise was high, almost too high for me.  I was satisfied with rear view. However, I did not like the length on me, it was cutting off my legs in unflattering point.

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Like the back view

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J Brand Super Skinny Ankle

Super Skinny!

they feel like jeggins

Supers skinny they are, for sure. I thought they were too form fitting and jegging-like, maybe I should have tried a 29, but the fit was good in the hip and waist so I think bigger size may just sag. I think I would have like them more in darker wash.

Form fitting

Are you a fan of J.Brand? How do you think sizing up would work? Do tell!

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AG Polka Dot Ankle Stevie

This was another style I always wanted to try. Before entering the store I saw a girl wearing a navy Stevies with bigger polka dots and she looked super cute but I think I would feel too conspicuous in them, so I tried the more subtle version with less conspicuous polka dots.

these are comfortable

These were very comfortable and I liked the color for the summer.

Like the subtle polka dots

Everything looked good until I glanced at the back view. My butt was OK but they were bunching up horribly in the thighs, and it looked ridiculous.

Do you own Stevies? Do you think they would look better if I sized up? 

But they bunch up in the back of my tights

Eventually, I did not get anything and decided to stick with the jeans I already own. But I thought all the brands were interesting and they seemed to work well with my figure.

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That's all folks!

Do you like wearing jeans?

What are you favorite brands?
Have you tried any of the jeans in this post?

Please share, it would be no fun without you!!!

Anchors, Poppies and Indecent Exposure

If you cannot get enough of anchors, this is your year at J.Crew!

Anchor cardigan

Size Medium

This cardigan is cute but I am totally saturated in the anchor department, which is quite a feat, considering that I did not buy any item in the anchor print. Just looking at different renditions J.Crew has been churning up this season is enough for me. I decided that navy/white stripes is as nautical as I am able to go without feeling silly. 

Fits TTS

The fit of this cardigan is similar to Jenna/Jackie cardigan, I take my bigger sweater size in them and I took it here as well. It is 100% cotton, so with recent J.Crew quality, I will be worrying that it will fade, stretch out, develop holes or all of the above.

Sorry, I am trying to summon a little more enthusiasm here, but the spark is not coming.

$88, 100% cotton

Poppy print scarf

Pretty print

This is better. I like the print on this scarf, it is fun and playful and the scarf is soft and does not create bulk around your neck. I don't wear scarf in the summer,  but I do like this scarf.

soft and easy for summer

$69.50, 70% Modal, 30% silk

Linen short sleeve sweater

Size Medium

This sweater looks really cute in Looks We Love paired with deck stripe skirt in blue and When I saw it in store, I liked the colorblock effect and short sleeves. But it is extremely sheer and if you don;t want to advertise your bra to all the willing and unwilling spectators (like I am doing in the picture above), you would have to wear a cami. No, thanks. Other than that it fits TTS.

You can also see the Soludo espadrilles on me, I reviewed them previously HERE. Too bad they are flimsy, because I thought they would be super cute to wear in the summer. If you are tempted, remember to be careful and treat them as disposables. If my feet are looking funny in the pictures, it is because I am wearing to left shoes that I grabbed accidentally from the basket.

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That's all folks!

What do you think?

Do you like anchors and have you bought any this year?

Do you wear scarfs in the summer?

Do you mind wearing camis under too sheer to wear alone sweaters?

Please share, it would be no fun without you !!!

J.Crew June Rollout - Fitting Room Reviews

These are the reviews of the few items I tried on last week on my visit to concept store. They should be online in  the next few weeks.

Pom-pom confetti top

Size 8, TTS

Love it!

I really like this top. It is pretty and special. It is similar in concept to eyelet cami but it fitted me better. I loved the collar and the fact that the neckline was not so high. I tried on an 8 and it was a good fit, roomy enough in the chest but not too lose and the armholes were not gaping. I thought it would be super cute to wear it with capris. Of course I have many white camis, but this was different enough for me to consider.  I liked the feel of the fabric, no polyester here. I guess the hanging dots make it more delicate but they seemed rather securely attached. Nevertheless, I would prefer to order this one online to avoid in-store damage. It does have an exposed zipper, that I know is a deterrent for some of you, It does not bother me at all.

Exposed zipper

$128, 100% cotton, shell and lining

Daisy print cafe capris

Size 4 TTS

There looked a little crazy on the hanger but there were surprisingly cute on. The fabric is 100% cotton, but it is a a thicker weave and it almost feels like it has linen in it. More stiff and rougher texture that regular cotton cafe capris. They fit the same like my other capris. I liked them a lot and I would consider them if I already did not have foulards that are similar in concept and colors.

Print detail

$148, 100 cotton, unlined

No. 2 pencil skirt in circle eyelet

Size 4

This skirt is pretty but I was not sure about the color on me. But it would look super cute with navy. It was a bit tight in size 4 and I would prefer a 6, I had the same issue with big eyelet pencil skirt so it i similar fit. It also created the shadow effect that I don't like but some think it adds interest to texture. Eyelet is very pretty. I am pretty sure it will come in different colors.

Fits smaller than double serge cotton and many other pencils.

it has waistband

$128, 100% cotton, lining 97% cotton, 3% spandex.

Anchor t-shirt

Size Medium, TTS to small

$39.50, 100% cotton

Nice tee but rather thin and nothing special. This one was cuter on the hanger and rather blah on, imo.
Fits TTS, I took my larger size because it is thin and I wanted it to drape better. If you like anchors this is more subtle way to wear them. Overpriced, of course.

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That's all folks

Do you like any of the items reviewed?

I really like the first cami and I think I may be getting it at some point.

I will have more tomorrow, so please stop by.

Please share, it would be no fun without you!!!

J.Crew Last Summer Rollout

I have stopped by my local J.Crew store on Wednesday to see the newest arrivals, some of them not yet online. Today, I will review two items that are already online, in case you are considering them. See my yesterday's post for additional pictures and links to reviews from May rollout.

No. 2 pencil skirt in deck stripe

Size 6

I liked this skirt a lot when I first spotted it in store. I was looking for horizontally striped skirt and even  tried on one from Talbots, but the fit didn't work for me. So I was excited to see one of J.Crew, which is always very consistent fit for me.


It is a pretty skirt, but the fit was a little different from my recently bought Porcelain Paisley, Raj Paisley and Superfine Cotton. All of them fit me similarly and I got size 4. This skirt was too tight in size 4, especially in the hips, the waist was OK. Size 6 fitted me much better but it sat lower on the hips due to bigger waist.. I had similar issue in big eyelet skirt in chili. It is surprising for me, because I don't have much in a way of curves below my waist.

55% linen, 45% cotton, lining 97% cotton, 3% spandex

Overall, it is a nice skirt, but the fit may be an issue, especially of you have a nice waist definition.

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Vintage cotton tee in ikat

I like the fit of this tee, it does not bunch up at the hem and creates a waist definition, it is is also not too long, which I know some of you like but it is a problem for me especially that I like to wear t-shirts untucked with pencil skirts.  I like the print, it hides some minor imperfections and it is red, not orange. I like the sleeves because they drape well but I think that if you have broad shoulders they may accentuate it.

Size Medium, $46, 100% cotton

The price was $46 in store but I noticed that it is 39.50 online, what;s up with that? If you buy in store, make sure to ask for price adjustment. I do like this t-shirt but it is seriously overpriced.

I think the fit of the dress in the same print will be very similar.

T-shirt dress in ikat print

Like I said, the cotton is very thin, so it will be probably very comfy but may cling and probably will not last long. I think this is OK in a t-shirt but in a dress it is problematic. 

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Since it is a new rollout, I also snapped some window display pictures:

What I took to the fitting Room:

If you like anchors there is more coming

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That's all folks!

What do you think of No. 2 pencil skirt in deck stripe and Vintage cotton tee in ikat?

What other items are you considering?