J.Crew Forever Cardigan

Posted on by Ran

Ugh, I need a new camera. Apologies on the blurriness and graininess of these pictures. Anyway – I don’t know why I never paid much attention to the Forever cardigan from J.Crew. I realize my cardigan collection consists of either short and fitted cardigans or long, oversized ones. No fitted long cardigans. Shame really because I think they look super cute when worn over shorter skirts or belted. The burgundy color I purchased is no longer available but there are a bunch of other great colors available online right now that I’m seriously considering. This sweater is merino wool so it’s super light, comfortable, and drapes beautifully. Get it from J.Crew here for $89.50.

J.Crew Forever CardiganJ.Crew Forever Cardigan

I’m wearing: J.Crew Favorite Tank, J.Crew Poplin Wednesday Skirt, Banana Republic Dahlia Wedges, Banana Republic Belt

Banana Republic Smocked Skirt

Posted on by Ran

The new Smocked Skirt from Banana Republic was slightly disappointing. I have the version from a couple seasons ago and it looks adorable and summery because it’s a full A-line skirt, which looks amazing with a tucked-in shirt or belted under a longer tank. I was hoping the ones from this season would be similar, only shorter and even cuter since they’re only 19 1/2 inches.

Black – It is really lacking the A-line shape. It kind of just drapes over your hips. It is also so wrinkly that the pleats have been overpowered by the wrinkles. Even after I ironed the skirt, it still looked a bit sloppy. Still, you can’t really tell with the black, and since it’s so comfortable due to the smocked waist, it’s a keeper. Plus I don’t have any casual black skirts. Love belting this – will really make the color of the belt pop.

Banana Republic Smocked Skirt - BlackBanana Republic Smocked Skirt - Black

I’m wearing: J.Crew Max and Molly Tee, J.Crew Equestrian belt, Gucci Grease Platform Sandals

Taupe Pearl – This one is not a keeper. All the flaws I’ve identified with the black version are impossible to hide with this color. I spent 10 minutes ironing this and it was still wrinkly. I don’t even want to sit down because I don’t want to get up with wrinkles up the wazoo. The shapelessness of the skirt also is impossible to hide here; that combined with the color makes the skirt look dreary. Could be considered okay I guess? But if I had $60 to spare, I’d put it towards all the J.Crew new arrivals I’ve been eyeing.

Banana Republic Smocked Skirt - Taupe PearlBanana Republic Smocked Skirt - Taupe Pearl

I’m wearing: J.Crew Slub Cotton Tee, Banana Republic Belt, Gucci Logo Wedges

Sizing wise, I got them in Small. I’m about a size 6 right now and since these are smocked, I figured Small was the way to go. I would probably not purchase these at full price, in black or taupe. Luckily, I scored these when there was a 25% promotion – which, along with Bing 25% cashback – made these quite appealing price-wise. Since Banana Republic is doing these promotions almost on a daily basis, I’d say wait until then and score this in the black. If you can’t wait, get this Smocked Skirt from Banana Republic now for $59.50 here.

Charles David Glint Sandal

Posted on by Ran

Now that summer is upon us, I’m starting to harbor some real discontent towards my paltry “collection” of sandals. I have two pairs of Jeffrey Campbell Johnny Ex that are supremely comfortable and have lasted me every day last summer. But they’re really starting to look the part and frankly, I’m tired of wearing them every day. I’m looking to fill 3 empty spots in my daily shoe rotation – high wedge (filled by my recent BR Dahlia wedges), low-medium wedge for days with more walking (especially to wear with skirts), and super cute flat sandals. These Glint sandals from Charles David fill that last hole. They’re not plain flat sandals – the gorgeous jewels and unique pairing of turquoise and ruby make these a head turner. They’re simple yet elegant and will add a pop of color to every outfit. As bejeweled sandals are such a huge trend this summer, I’ve seen them everywhere, but honestly I don’t think any of them are as classy and gorgeous as these.

Charles David Glint Sandal

These are not the most comfortable sandals, but they’re comfortable enough. I say this because the single string holding your foot to the shoe is a bit meager; your foot tends to move around a lot, especially since the surface is so smooth. The sole also doesn’t move with your foot as you bend it while walking because there’s just not enough holding your foot to the shoe; you end up feeling like you’re flopping while you’re walking, with the sound to match. I got my usual size but it’s slightly longer than my foot. There have been times when I wasn’t careful and stepped out of the shoe. They’ve been comfortable while walking around my apartment so I’m hoping all these issues don’t manifest into something unbearable when I roll them out to the concrete sidewalks.

Charles David Glint SandalCharles David Glint Sandal

I’m wearing: Anthropologie Coil Flower Tank, Banana Republic Smocked Skirt (similar here), J.Crew Equestrian Belt

You can get these for a pretty good deal right now from Endless. As of this morning their Bing cashback rate is 20%, which takes these down from $144.95 to $115.96. Get them from Endless here. They seem pretty popular as a few sizes are already sold out, so hurry and snag a pair while you can!

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