Comments on: Current Summer Wardrobe

By: jenny

jenny — Tue, 02 Jul 2013 15:53:32 +0000

I seriously start feeling this sorta pit-in-the-stomach misery when I realize I’m not wearing certain items or expanded too large and have to pack things away. I’m not a fan of having to put a lot of effort into thinking of wardrobe pairings in summer. Boo summer. lol

By: jenny

jenny — Tue, 02 Jul 2013 15:51:46 +0000

I feel a bit the same. The tees are new for me this year and really helped fill in my summer tops gap. Last summer I mostly got away with rolling up thinner cotton long sleeved shirts.

By: jenny

jenny — Tue, 02 Jul 2013 15:50:28 +0000

I understand that. It’s a strong color. At first it felt strange pairing them but now I wear them with nearly everything.

By: jenny

jenny — Tue, 02 Jul 2013 15:48:35 +0000

Really!? I appreciate that. The direction my summer closet has taken took me by surprise a little at first. Going so long not feeling good in any tees or jeans and finally find some shapes that really work for me the way I want.

I know what you mean about the linen top honestly too. There have been some things I will ALWAYS mourn missing out on from Madewell. You just don’t know what’s a 1-time rare cut/item and what will become a staple of theirs they they keep around and reinventing.

By: bianca

bianca — Mon, 01 Jul 2013 13:58:54 +0000

your wardrobe is always the best I literally wish I only had 20 pieces in my closet I need to downsize MORE!

By: Gabi

Gabi — Mon, 01 Jul 2013 02:44:38 +0000

I’m so jealous of your summer wardrobe. Even though summer lasts for quite a long time here, I’m always afraid to spend too much money on summer clothes because I feel like I won’t get much use out of them. I have a lot of nice dresses, but hardly any good shorts or light tops. Some day I’ll invest…maybe.

By: ashlyne

ashlyne — Sun, 30 Jun 2013 15:41:06 +0000

i love that pair of red sandals and the palm trees dress! unfortunately, i find it so difficult to pull red shoes off though.

By: Michelle

Michelle — Sun, 30 Jun 2013 01:59:05 +0000

Hands down my favorite wardrobe post. Every time I see that linen Madewell stripe/polka dot top, I cry rivers on the inside. My nearest Madewell had it in stock…IN EVERY SIZE BUT MINE. Next thing you know, they sell out and it was the end of that shirt.

By: Mai

Mai — Sat, 29 Jun 2013 13:18:32 +0000

Thank you for your detailed reply! This really helps me and I was definitely curious as how it would be perceived.

By: jenny

jenny — Sat, 29 Jun 2013 02:14:03 +0000

Depends on your preferred fit. I like lose fits so the Ryan tees & box cut tees are my favs. They have crew necks & v-necks though too that people love and those look to have a much more fitted appeal. The blouse is loose fit. I really like the silk blouse fit, it’s very room and moves easily. The new poplin blouse is a boxy fit as well (I sized up for that though) but it’s fitted in the shoulders so it has good structure. I tend to go for loose fit items from them and it’s worked out pretty well. :)

By: jenny

jenny — Sat, 29 Jun 2013 02:11:13 +0000

Yes, I work in a government office in DC so conservative clothing is highly encouraged. Things I see in magazines for “office attire” just wouldn’t fly in my world. That said, I know exactly what you’re asking and, though I’ve received comments and compliments, I wouldn’t say I’ve ever been given a hard time. Mostly I received compliments but, depending on how you want to take it, the only ‘negative’ is that they will appear youthful. As in I’ve been told I look like a “young professional” when I wear my pinstriped dotted shirt. It’s not meant to be an insult, however, if you’re looking to avoid standing out as youthful (sometimes I try to avoid this for various reasons such as being the youngest in my office or attending male dominated meetings with other offices) you might want to stick to solids.

For me it’s a great balance between my personal tastes and having things be office appropriate.

By: jenny

jenny — Sat, 29 Jun 2013 02:05:12 +0000

By: jenny

jenny — Sat, 29 Jun 2013 02:05:03 +0000

I would definitely try them on before buying. I have the stretch twill which are skinny but my hips are very wide so I have troubles finding a skinny throughout pant.

By: jenny

jenny — Sat, 29 Jun 2013 02:03:47 +0000

holla at cha

By: jenny

jenny — Sat, 29 Jun 2013 02:03:37 +0000

OMG YOU KNOW THAT TRENCH COAT WAS SOLD OUT IN MY SIZE HOW COULD YOU DREDGE UP SUCH UNPLEASANT MEMORIESSSSS