LOFT dress review!

I was so excited to get my new LOFT dress in the mail today! It took longer than I expected to arrive (2 weeks), but that's most likely because I've been spoiled by Zappos' super-speedy shipping.

Dress: LOFT, Petite Knit Dress with Ruffle Trim, PXXS
Shoes: Jack Rogers, sz 5
Belt, Necklace: Boutiques in NYC that I don't remember...

Remember when I tried on the size PXS dress in-store, and didn't like the fit?



Honestly, the fit of my PXXS isn't that much different- maybe a few inches shorter. It just needed a belt, because without it, it's shapeless and hangs in an unflattering way:



Not only do I LOVE the color of this dress (#1 reason why I bought it, I love coral!), but it's sooo comfortable and easy. Also, it's a great way to show off turquoise accessories!



I chose this thin wire necklace with suspended turquoise pieces rather than one of my bulkier necklaces, since I wore the dress with a thick belt.

I do think the dress is somewhat overpriced considering its simplicity (it's one layer of cotton), but I got it for 40% off. Plus, the fabric is super soft and well made, so no complaints there!
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The weather here in New York has been lovely, perfect for wearing dresses like this one. I spent the weekend at my friend's party and it was a TON of fun! Live music in the sunshine all day- I danced my heart out. :)

Hope it's sunny and beautiful where you are too,
*ShortBlonde*

Shopping hits and misses (+ pretty fabric and ribbons)

All of my housemates decided to go home for Passover weekend (most of them are Jewish), so I decided to go home too, since I get spooked when I'm at our college house alone (every noise is a burglar, obviously). I decided to take advantage of being home by going to our nearby mall, hoping to get some good finds. Here's what I found:

Hit: Striped shirt from J.Crew, XXS

[high-waist shorts- Zara (0), skinny belt, J.Crew (xs)]
I love stripes! And I was super excited to find an XXS in-store! I asked one of the sales associates about it, and he said they've been gradually getting more and more XXS sizes shipped to the store. Has your local J.Crew been stocking XXS in-store?
I love the flattering sleeve-length of this shirt, and its long length will prevent inevitable dryer shrinkage from shrinking the shirt to belly-bearing status. It does look a bit strange with jeans pre-dryer, however, so I will most likely wear this shirt tucked in to skirts and shorts.

Hit: Tank top from LOFT, XS

 
I have a tank-top buying problem. However, I only have one other tank like this one, which has bra-hiding straps, a flattering neckline, and a long length. Plus, I love the color. And I got it for 8 bucks with LOFT's awesome 40% off entire purchase promotion. Finally, a successful LOFT purchase! However..

Miss: Dress from LOFT, XSP

Tank tops aside, I am definitely not an XSP in LOFT. I love the color of this simple, casual dress (I am desperately trying to find casual dresses that fit), but it hangs on me like a potato sack. I tried to find an XXSP online only to find out this color was sold out. Boo.

Kinda-Miss: Striped shirt from Ann Taylor, XSP

 
I actually really liked this shirt (stripes, again). But...I don't need a long-sleeved tee. Plus it was too long, which isn't good for long-sleeved shirts since I normally wear them with jeans and a belt ("belt bumps" are not attractive), and the shirt over jeans makes my bottom half look unproportionally wide. I love how the sleeves fit, though, but otherwise I just didn't love it enough.

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I also took a trip to Fabric Tree with my mom, who was looking to get fabric for a cushion. I had a grand ol' time wandering around the store and taking pictures of pretty and interesting fabrics. I always have a soft spot for blue toile:
 

And I also loved this delicate pink design:
 


I also found some cute nautical ribbons...

Whales! ...and dolphins!


This has Cape Cod written all over it.

Can't stop thinking about the summertime, so lately my eyes have been drawn to everything bright and beachy.


P.S. Happy Palm Sunday to all of those who celebrate! Got my palm in church today, and have NO idea what to do with it...
*ShortBlonde*