Lookbook: Forever 21/Love 21 Ruffle XS Tops

After many failed attempts to try to use up my gift card at the Forever 21 stores, I went online and found tons of cute stuff! I found two tops that I was very anxious to get from the Love 21 line in XS.  Up first is the orange ruffle top!
Skirt: Bebe White Skirt- size 00 (similar HERE)
Shoes: Nine West Escher Peep Toes– size 5 (on sale HERE)

Sorry for the non-existant accessories in this outfit! I was in a big hurry and it was super hot outside:)

Click below to see if the silk top fits!

This one doesn’t fit perfectly but it fits well enough to get away with. The only complaint I have is that it has a side zipper so it doesn’t tuck in well- which we all know I love to tuck in my tops!

 

Here it is un-tucked: (I wouldn’t wear it un-tucked with a skirt- just doesn’t look right) But I can see me wearing it with some skinny  jeans or leggings!!

This top reminds me of the Ann Taylor Charmeuse ruffle top. I just love this bright, bold orange color! I can wear it for fall underneath a cardigan and dress it up or down. Not bad for $20! The fit could be a bit smaller but I think I can deal with it. Totally keeping this!!!
I attempted a brown skinny belt…..didn’t like it.

Here is the 100% silk top in XS:
  
Ooooo the color is just stunning!!! I so wish it fit better! I even tried tucking it in but it’s just too big! And alterations on silk is way too much for me to spend on a F21 top.  I am so sad that this is too big. Even too big to get away with. The material is 100% silk and super soft against the skin!!!! The detail on the ruffle area is lovely. But unfortunately, it’s going back! 🙁 
Here are some other F21 tops that are super cute: (not sure about the sizing since clearly all XS’s are not the same)
Ruffled Hem Silk Top (on major sale for $11.99)
This is perfect for those of you who like loose, flowing tops! You really cannot beat the price for silk!
I am shocked that there are so many silk tops at Forever 21! I wish the sizing was consistent. It seems to me that shopping online as suggested by some of you lovely readers is MUCH easier than putting up w/the loud music and crowds of teeny-boppers in the store. My petite GAP jeans should be arriving soon so stay tuned for a review on those!
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  1. I really like the satin draped top you posted… but it's from their LOVE 21 line. I think it might just be too big =/

  2. I'm always pleasantly surprised by F21 silk tops as well! The orange looks great on you. too bad about the blue one!

  3. i like that orange top tucked in and hanging out. it looks really good on you! i would look like a traffic cone wearing that shade xD awww i'm sorry the xs is like an L on you o_o that is odd! forever21 has also been getting a lot pricier. makes no sense!

  4. I like the orange top, especially paired with the white skirt! Orange is a great color on you. I love the neckline and the ruffles on it ~ it has enough going on that you don't really need to add accessories!

  5. i like the orange color on your a lot…great color against your skin! i been wondering about love21. i like the wrap top you're thinking about getting…at least its adjustable if its too big. thanks for sharing!

  6. I really like the orange top on you. Orange is not something I typically buy. I need more colors in my closet though. It's so bored and plain. Thanks for all silk top recommendations. I am going to check them out.

  7. Love the Orange and white combinations on you. I have to agree with the inconsistency of F21 line sizing. It is ridiculous, some xs outfits look so HUGE for extra small like are you kidding me?

  8. I'm a huge fan of the Love21 line. Quality fabric (sometimes) and adult style. However, sizing is horrendous. I know it's made to attract an older (often more avg-bigger frames) audience, so this is definitely NOT a petite-friendly line. But I must also note that on a rare occassion, their XS will fit smaller bodies. Example:
    http://www.thechloeconspiracy.com/2010/06/chloes-capacious-closet-la-la-la-lilac.html

    I actually own a lot of their clothes (but only if I get to try it on). If you're willing to go through that hassle, you can end up w/a lot of good finds (esp the ones that are 100% silk!!)

  9. I love the 1st top (orange one); such a pretty color and you wear it well.

    by the way, love your blog…you now have a new follower.

  10. Thanks Ladies for all your comments! I am pretty jazzed about this orange ruffle top! It's a winner!! Still bummed about the silk top:(

    It's really too bad that the sizing of Love 21 is so inconsistent….otherwise I'd be buying all the XS tops! 🙂

    @Corie – welcome and thanks for being a new follower!! YAY!!!

  11. The orange shirt is very flattering on you! I love it when it's tucked in 🙂 aw the blue silk top does look a bit too loose.. but hopefully you can pick up one of the other tops– both the silk wrap and satin drape ones are gorgeous!

  12. hehe why yes i am taking pictures with my tripod 🙂 i will be taking it back to college with me too yay! thank you for your comment 😀

  13. YAY! You took my suggestion about shopping online! 🙂

    The orange top looks GREAT on you! Too bad the blue top was too large – it's super duper cute! Don't you just hate it when the size you normally wear is too large?

  14. love the outfit! the top and shoes are so chic! You know your body type well and always pick the best pieces. Any clothing that fits well on the person always looks great, that's why i am offering sizes 0 – extra large & offer to cut the length according to the persons desired length on my online store. 🙂

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  15. Cute outfit! I have a similar orange top from The Limited and Nine West Bonfire peep toe shoes!

  16. I just tried on that exact orange silk top at Forever XXI this afternoon! It didn't fit me as well as it does you, so I didn't buy it. Love how you styled it with the white skirt.