Jen's Reviews
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11 reviews
Easy to wear
This top is an updated basic. It's easy to wear, on its own, with a sweater or jacket, for everyday or work. It isn't boring because of the sleeves (sorry not showing) and the pattern, which has some color, but goes with a lot. The neckline was too low on me, I added a cami, but I do that on most tops. It is a little short but did cover what it needed to. I ended up wearing it more than I thought I would, both for work and leisure.
Boyana Silk Top
Joie
Size Worn: S
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 6"
Weight: 130lbs
Bust: 34A
Dramatic, different
I felt so dramatic in this top. The color and print are vibrant and the sleeves put it over the top. I felt like I was going to fly away! Can go for everyday, casual work, or date night! Heavier weight fabric makes it a bit more dressed up feeling.
Flutter Sleeve Blouse
Prabal Gurung x RTR
Size Worn: 6
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 6"
Weight: 130lbs
Bust: 36B
Summer in a top!
First impression out of the bag was the unexpected shininess of this blouse. I knew it had lurex in it but the lines of lurex are close together. There are both good and silver threads. This top actually shimmers in the light. It is a lot of metallic! Once you get over the shimmering it is a very nice very lightweight silk. The body is lined but still lightweight and flows (body lining is not silk). The sleeves are unlined and have beautiful delicate pintucks that allow the sleeves to be billowy but not overwhelming. They have elastic at the cuffs so can be pushed up also. The gold tassels are quality and have a weight to them so they stay put. I didn't wear much because of the amount of shine (it's still cloudy and chilly in the NW most days). The top is pretty and stands out. Casual but would be ok for nights out in the summer also. Great for a sunny vacation or summer Saturdays.
Adira Top
Ramy Brook
Size Worn: S
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 6"
Weight: 130lbs
Bust: 36B
So comfortable
Sleeves fit tightly (on purpose) and are slightly long. I wore this all the time. Business casual to grocery shopping. The color is a light lavender/pink.
Heather Fig Knit Cardigan
Josie Natori
Size Worn: S
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 6"
Weight: 130lbs
Bust: 36B
Elevated fabric and details
Lovely light silk, nice details like covered buttons, cute dot print. Has an 80's vibe with the puff on the sleeve and the tie. Can be dressed up or down. My shoulders are slightly broad and it fit fine.
Long Sleeve Dot Print Top
Rebecca Taylor NYC
Size Worn: 6
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 6"
Weight: 130lbs
Bust: 36B
Not really for me
I sized up to a medium because I thought I might wear it as an outer layer, open, but turns out this is the size I need. It fits so narrow I couldn't really even do a nice tie at the waist. A small would have been too tight in my shoulders which are slightly broad. The silk is very nice, very light. It is a traditional shirt so if you like that style, the colors are pretty.
Striped Simple Shirt
M.i.h. Jeans
Size Worn: M
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 6"
Weight: 130lbs
Bust: 36B
Loved! Color and style!
The color is really pretty and I got a lot of compliments! It has nice hidden pockets too. I wasn't sure if I was going to like the collar but it gives it a dressed down vibe. Nice quality fabric (I got it new). I mostly wore with jeans. I got a 4 and my hips are really a 6 but there are no buttons and it looked fine open. I would rent again.
Red Clarkson Blazer
Of Mercer
Size Worn: 4
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 6"
Weight: 130lbs
Bust: 36B
Nice basic spring top
This is a nice top as it goes with black, navy, olive, tan, white. It leans a little more conservative than I usually prefer but the colors are pretty for spring without being too loud. I wouldn't rent again but wore it a couple times. The lines in it are a dark navy.
Sleeveless Tie Neck Bow Blouse
Tory Burch
Size Worn: 6
Usual Size: 6
Height: 5' 6"
Weight: 130lbs
Bust: 36B
An update on the tailored shirt
Crisp cotton, felt a little too buttoned up so I turned back the cuffs. I liked the length and the curved hem. Slim fitting. I ended up wearing a couple times blue and white jeans, and then black pants.
Weekender Tie Neck Top
Theory
Size Worn: S
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 6"
Weight: 130lbs
Bust: 36B
Ended up being a favorite!
I quickly added this as a swap for a piece that didn't work. I wasn't enthralled as it looked a little boring and drab. However, the drama of the sleeves made up for the quiet colors, and the pattern is intricate and interesting. It is a little difficult to eat with and if the ties come undone you might need help tying again. It is a lightweight silk with a gauze like texture. Ended up loving!
Collarless Bell Sleeve Blouse
Derek Lam 10 Crosby
Size Worn: 4
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 6"
Weight: 130lbs
Bust: 36B
Versatile top, pretty color
This top fits slightly small. The color is pretty and makes it suitable for fall, spring, summer. Totally sheer. Fit me tighter around hips. The fabric isn't flowy even though it is light weight so it bunched around hips. Looked cute alone or with sweater.
Sheer Susan Blouse
rag & bone
Size Worn: M
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 6"
Weight: 130lbs
Bust: 36B