I know the petite community hasn’t been very fond of Banana Republic lately because their sizes aren’t always petite friendly. Remember this Banana Republic blouse that I tried to shrink? Well after shrinking it 2 times, it finally fits to the point where I could wear it! It was pretty random when I found it because I haven’t really bought anything from BR for several months. Just happened to find this on clearance in a 00p!
Blouse: Banana Republic Candy Striped Ruffle Shirt– size oop (buy here)
Sweater: Vince Cashmere Ruched Cardigan- size XS
Skirt: Banana Republic Grey Pencil Skirt- size 00p (similar here)
Shoes: Cole Haan Suede Pumps– size 5 (buy here)
Belt: Ann Taylor Perfect Patent Skinny Belt in Granite– size XS (buy here)
Pin: LOFT Flower Felt Pin- (Ebay)
You may be wondering if I wear any other colors besides gray and pinks/purples…I am trying to add more color to my wardrobe:) It just happens, the last several posts are the same color scheme so sorry about that! Button-up shirts/blouses are very tricky for me because either they are too big or they are too tight around the bust area for me leaving me with a peep hole near the front which is never a good thing. This top actually was too big but after shrinkage, it fits decent- not perfect but good enough or me to wear (I think).
I almost wish this skirt was about 1 inch shorter and the sides to be a bit more fitted. This was one of my first purchase mistakes back in March of this year. I got so excited that it fit it somewhat it that I just bought the entire suit! Haven’t worn the suit much:(
Since there was so much grey going on in this outfit, I threw on my Vince purple cashmere and cuffed up the sleeves. My Ann Taylor Perfect Patent skinny belt in XS is my FAVORITE belt! I can’t believe it fits on my waist and on my hips! I tweeted about it on Saturday night when it popped back up in XS online and then it was sold out again.
This top also comes in pink and white, which I sort of regret not getting. I got it for $24.99 with 25% off so it total was around $18. It’s really well constructed but the funny thing is that it looks really drab on the model online:
I would never have bought just seeing this online. Looks a bit blah and almost depressing or is it just me that thinks that?
It looks way better on the body then it does in-store or even online.
To create this look:
1. Top: Banana Republic Ruffle Blouse –this is the new version of my top
2. Sweater: Dolman Purple Sweater– Same color but 1/4 of the price as my Vince Cashmere
3. Skirt: LOFT grey pencil skirt– (tiny sizes still avail plus 40% off)
4. Belt: Perfect Patent Skinny Belt
5. Shoes: Grey Felt Pumps– (not suede but so super cute)
6. Pin: Express Flower Pin– (on sale)
Here is to show you the fit w/out the cardigan. It still has a bit of bunching so that’s why I prefer to wear it underneath a sweater.
This belt is from my H & M camel skirt belt and since it matched my Aldo shoes so well, I thought I’d get double usage out of it 🙂 I rolled up the sleeves even though I can wear them un-rolled and it fits pretty nicely but it looks much better with them rolled and cuffed.
Yes I have glasses! I hardly ever wear them but use them occasionally. I bought some new Chanel frames from a scandalous company online and they ripped me off- more on that later!! I look like dork but thought I’d show another side of me!
you always look so classy, but still sexy at the same time! 🙂
the skirt looks a lot like the camel one from h&m. looks great on you!
Aw I love the glasses! They aren't dorky at all 🙂
Totally agree that the shirt looks much better on you than the model. I had looked at it online and wondered if it would look better in real life. I wonder if XXS would fit me if you had to shrink it so much… hmm…
Classy lady you look FANTASTIC!
You look sooooo cute in glasses! And yes, that blouse does look a bit blah in the online photo – they should have had you style it instead because I love it with the Vince cardi. Also, you look fabulous in pinks and purples, so why wouldn't you want to wear it as much as possible? 🙂
Love this look on you! You always look so cute. =)
I really like this outfit on you. Although, like you said, I wish the skirt was an inch shorter. Regardless, you look sharp in this outfit. I love the matching belts and shoes you had in this post. You are going thru withdrawal? Hmmm..we'll see 🙂
I adore the first outfit! Everything fits so nicely and it's perfect for any work environment. I can't get enough of pink/purples paired with gray so keep them coming!
@Leena Awe thanks Leena! you are so sweet!
@Angie The fit is similar huh? Darn it- I wish both skirts were a bit shorter:)
@Erin The shirt comes in 00p and I def think it will fit you. I fried it on high in the dryer twice 🙂
@April Thanks April! You always make me feel good!
@SewPetiteGal Hehehe Thanks so much! The Vince cardi was expensive but so worth it! I have worn it so many times already! And I do love me some pinks/purples..LOL
@kali Thanks Kali! 🙂
@PetiteLittleGirl I know right? I would get it hemmed but it was so expensive when I bought it so I think I will start with the HM skirt first. I am def going thru withdrawal! 🙂
@Cee Glad to hear that you are not sick of my color combos..LOL This is a great outfit for the work environment and comfy too!
You look lovely as always and with glasses too. I like this ensemble a lot, beautiful color combinations.
OMG you look so adorable with glasses!!
I love your color combinations of purple lavendar and gray. Beautiful and classy!
Maryjane xoxo
Completely LOVE your ensembles, especially the one with purple cardi. I agree with you on the skirt length. It could be a tad shorter. Oh and I love love love the pearl necklace you are wearing. Such style.
I like how both you and Kelly @AN both are doing the purple and gray in recent posts.
Oh! Very well done! Although it would be ideal for the skirt to be shorter, I think you make it work! 🙂 You make it all work! The belt looks great paired with the pin! Great idea!
And yay! Can't wait to see the spotted tiered LOFT top on you! It is one of my favorites from this season!
this top looks great on you and i'm so glad that washing it twice shrinked i enough to wear! i really like it under the cardigan especially with the cuffed up sleeves. i think it's the perfect mix of chic and preppy. 🙂
and i can't wait to see your Express moto jacket too! hopefully it'll fit on you! i ended up getting my sleeves hemmed up 1/2" on the cognac colored one…
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Lovely look!!!
I always think that you look fab in a pencil skirt, that's like YOUR thing cuz you got the curves for it!
You look amazing ♥
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I love this outfit, would wear everything you have on! The shirt actually reminds me of AN's favorite LOFT button-down if you know what I'm talking about.
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