My First BB Dakota Purchases: Groton Tweed Skirt and Herringford Tweed Jacket

Outfits|March 8, 2011

I’ve always been curious about this brand but never really found anything that I have liked enough to make a purchase. I recently bought this BB Dakota tweed blazer from a lovely petite named R.L from AN’s forum. I was really nervous about the fit but decided to give it a shot. And boy was I glad I did!!! I love it! Thanks so much R.L!! 🙂

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Skirt: Theory Lindra Chateau Skirt- size 00 (similar here)
Tights: H & M Divided 40 den- size XS
Shoes: Christian Louboutin Simple 100– size 5 (buy here)
Purse: Chanel 2010 classic medium double flap
Brooch: Signed Vintage Pearl Flower Pin
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I really didn’t need another tweed blazer but for some reason, my heart told me to get it and the price was do-able at $35.  When I got it and tried it on, I couldn’t believe how tiny it was! The sleeves are super long (cuffed them up for pics) and at first I was going to just leave them but after getting it and loving it so much, I may just spend the money to take the sleeves up. I can’t stand ill fitting sleeves.

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You can also see this on Kileen from Tiny and Cute and Liane from PetiteXXS. For anyone who is a size up from me- even just a bit, may not fit this because this jacket runs really  narrow. So it’s great for someone my size or smaller:)
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The length is perfect for me! And shockingly the fabric and zipper were well constructed. I was expecting F21 quality but it was really heavy and everything was perfect. This jacket reminds me so much of my Forever 21 tweed zip up blazer that I sold last year because it was so wide and boxy. You can wear this jacket unzipped but I much prefer it zipped for a better silhouette. 
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And here is my BB Dakota Groton Skirt…. I have a feeling I will get a lot of wear out of this little mini tweed skirt:)
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Skirt: BB Dakota Groton Tweed skirt– size 0 (buy here)
Shoes: Ann Taylor Perfect Pumps in Porcini- size 5 (similar  here)

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When I saw this BB Dakota Groton tweed skirt, I feel in love. I have been wanting a beige-ish tweed skirt never found it. It’s always black/white tweed you see. I was hesitant to buy it only because I was afraid it wasn’t going to fit but after seeing that Jean from Extra Petite said the waist fit her, I knew there was hope for me.  You can see her post here. So I found the last size 0 (I think) online and asked them to price match ModCloth’s dirt cheap sale price of $26.99 and much to my surprise, they said yes! I was so excited! It never hurts to ask right? You don’t get what you don’t ask for so make sure to always ask if online retailer’s will price match- the worst they can say is no! You can also see this skirt on Aubrey from ProudlyPetite.

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I was shocked to see how tiny the waist is. There is still about 1″ for me in the waist which is nice because I can eat a full meal and still not be uncomfortable. I love the length- it’s not micro mini but it’s shorter than my normal hemline. I probably can get away with this at my office if I wear tights. I don’t think it’s to the point where it would be “too scandalous” for me to pull off. The only side to this skirt for me is that it’s unlined but so far, the tweed hasn’t made me itchy:)

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I don’t think any size 0’s are left but I would suggest having Zappos alert you if your size comes back in stock HERE. If you are a larger than me, you may need to size up. I found this BB Dakota Tweed coat and think it’s adorable. Will have to do a little more research to see if they carry XS.

What are your thoughts on my new BB Dakota blazer and skirt?

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  1. the tweed jacket looks great on you!! the sleeves were long on me too and i ended up getting them altered as well. but the body fits perfectly!

    and as for the skirt, i'm in love with the color. and congrats on getting the price match! you know how to bargain shop. 🙂

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  4. Love that tweed jacket on you! I have one too and I love how you styled it with the brooch. Will have to remember that. 🙂

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  6. I like the skirt a lot..the outfit you put together with it would look great in the early days of spring…and thanks for the tip on price matching…

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  8. I love your tweed pieces! 🙂 BB Dakota sizing can be really inconsistent so I am so happy that both pieces worked out for you. I love the skirt more than the jacket but you wear them both so well!

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  9. I'm so glad the jacket worked out for you!! You look lovely in it. And I definitely think it would be worth it to get the sleeves shortened because the cuffs have such nice velvet trim details. Too bad about no lining on the skirt. I could never sit comfortably in a skirt of that length (lol, but I'm a prude), but it looks fantastic on you and it's such a lovely color cream tweed. 🙂

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  12. My favorite is the skirt. It looks great on you. I can't believe they matched the price on the skirt for you. That is so wonderful. It's such a neutral piece that you'll get a lot of wear out of it.

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  13. Love that tweed skirt on you….very fabulous!!…and they matched the price?..Girl – you're one smooth wheeler-dealer for sure! I agree with Sydney…I forsee loads of wear with this skirt in your future 😉

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  15. You are Chanel chic! Love both pieces you acquired. Can't help but noticing your gold brooch. So pretty. You look fantastic!

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  16. Great finds!! I love the trim detailing on the jacket – it really evokes the Chanel jacket feeling. And you look so good in a mini length skirt – love the light colored tweed!!

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  17. You changed your header! Drool Chanel… have you decided in what you are getting?

    I really can't tell the cuffing in the jacket, you did a nice job because it looks like it has been uncuffed to me. The tweed skirt is a beautiful find, love the colors that you matched in the outfit. So neutral!

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  18. Love your new header!!!!!!

    So I was going to purchase that blazer from R.L. – she was so sweet to send me measurements and we were emailing back and forth but I decided that it would be too small for me! I'm so glad I didn't get it b/c seeing how perfectly it fits you if definitely would not have fit me!!!!

    That skirt fits you AMAZINGLY although I do agree it's a tad short, but hey you're the boss so really you can do what you want 😉

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  20. I wanted that skirt a while ago, but I never ended up getting it! It looks great on you! 🙂

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  41. @BanhannasAwe..you noticed!! LOL I def will be getting the beige PST and then not sure what else but to get maybe a WOC? For shopping,..that way I can really dig thru the racks..LOL

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  42. @curls-and-pearlsThanks Elaine!!! The header is still in the works…:) And I gotta say – I am so happy you didn't buy the jacket! LOL I love it! And true about the skirt- if I wear tights- it's much less scandalous 🙂

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