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Beautiful knit
Very high quality knit/crochet pattern in a nice color that was not too orangey-beige. You will want to wear a skin colored bra underneath but it doesn't need a camisole - not quite that see-through. The neckline edge of the scallops did flip around a little instead of lying flat but this did not bother me too much. Waist length on me at 5'4" wearing S.
Crochet Shell Top
Theory
Size Worn: S
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 4"
Cropped!
This is a nice print and the straps are easily adjustable. But it is quite short - cropped already and then the gathered waist makes it even more minimal. Not quite right for me.
Cortina Top
cupcakes and cashmere
Size Worn: S
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 4"
Beautiful pleats and pattern
The interaction of the pleats and pattern is really dynamic - every direction you move, the pattern changes in interesting ways. Indestructible nonwrinkly material that packs well.
Deco Beale Skirt
kate spade new york
Size Worn: 4
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 4"
Sunny yellow stunner
The color of this skirt is a perfect true yellow. The waistband closure with the metal rings and the slight paperbag waist make this much more interesting than your average full skirt. This is cotton and gets plenty wrinkly after a day of wear but it looks appropriate and not messy. Not a good item to pack for traveling though.
Sunshine Wrap Skirt
Badgley Mischka
Size Worn: 2
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 4"
T neck with flair
There is black ribbing on the neck and stitch detail at the waist which make it really interesting. Smooth soft wool. A little short and slim - I often wear a 4 in Theory but would have been better with a 6
Pamela Turtleneck
rag & bone
Size Worn: S
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 4"
Gorgeous
Beautiful fabric, color and drape (pay no attention to my ill fitting pants in the photo). Wide ribbed waist very flattering. Wrap V is low, though, so you will need a stitch, a camisole, or perfect posture and a very still torso.
Yellow Short Sleeve Sweater
Fuzzi
Size Worn: S
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 4"
Warm and woolly
Lots of compliments on the orange design on the arms. The sweater is at least medium weight wool and very warm. Traditional fit - not baggy but not sleek either.
Cat Sleeve Sweater
Anna Sui
Size Worn: P-S
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 4"
Fab perky plaid!
Sleek but not fitted fit with cute medium-length side slits. Ever so slightly mod. Looks great with boots and awesome for holiday. Work appropriate. The line around the crew neck is cream colored, not white.
Mod Plaid Dress
Marni
Size Worn: 38
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 4"
Perfect fit; innovative fabric.
The scallops are made of iridescent taffeta-like material with embroidery sealing the edges of each scallop. And the irregularly gathering density of the rows as you go toward the hem is a neat effect. Very well made dress that fit like a dream.
Scallop Flare Dress
Carmen Marc Valvo
Size Worn: 4
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 4"
Long but cute
This is a lightweight dress that fits well through the bodice and the top stitching is excellent. The length came mid-calf on me at 5'4" and I wish it had been a little shorter.
Fonda Sheath
Shoshanna
Size Worn: 4
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 4"
Too small for me
Nice medium weight fabric. Deep, stitched-down cuff that made this a little more interesting than your usual cropped or ankle pant. The color is a tomato red. Unfortunately 2R turns out to be too small for me through the thighs and hips.
Cider Red Trouser
Theory
Size Worn: NONE
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 4"
Weight: 128lbs
Bust: 36C
A little froofy
I did not wear this because in person the top stitching, peplum, and metal hardware added up to a little too much detail for me. Also it's very tight.
Denim Peplum Belted Jacket
Derek Lam 10 Crosby
Size Worn: NONE
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 4"
Perfect fabric, flattering fit
Nice fit and flare dress with good armhole coverage. Flattering through the waist. Sturdy enough knit to make a smooth line top to bottom. Stripe design along hem is cool. Runs a little small - I am 5'4" and usually a size 4 and the M was none too big. It worked out fine but I could have worn a L too probably.
Olive Ava Dress
Shoshanna
Size Worn: M
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 4"
Awesome fit, awesome fabric, stripes look great
The knit of this dress is snappy and sturdy without being overly heavy. It holds its shape well and flatters with a narrow waist. The armholes fit well with no bra reveals. The stripes are colorful enough to be peppy without being crazy. I got tons of compliments. The item packs without wrinkling. My only complaint is the item was slightly worn - there were broken threads in the stripes that led to "splinters" of colored threads poking over into the navy field. Absent that wear and tear I probably would have bought the item.
Rainbow Stripe Knit Flare Dress
Milly
Size Worn: M
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 4"
Great colors, medium quality
Fits true to size - I, a typical size 4, was able to wear it buttoned up with nothing underneath. The colors were bright (the dark is a navy blue as someone else noted) and lifted several outfits. The fabric quality is just middle of the road - a fine gauge knit that sags a little and wrinkles a little so it does not look super polished. To be expected from an all cotton garment.
Inlay Cotton Cardigan
Marni
Size Worn: 40
Usual Size: 4
Height: 5' 4"