Blazer: H&M{style #:022981} – size 2 $19.95
Skirt: H&M {style #: 028200} – size 2 $14.95
Purse: Rebecca Minkoff in burnt orange
Necklace: Chanel
As soon as I saw this tweed skirt suit online, I knew I had to have it. I was doing some returns this past weekend and luckily was able to find both the blazer and skirt in-stores. It’s a brand new arrival so get it before it’s gone! I was shocked to see the price tag of both items and figured it must be really poorly made. Much to my surprise, the blazer and skirt are both fully lined and the quality is decent. The sleeves on the blazer is fully lined- my last two collarless blazers that were $49.95 did not have lining at the sleeves.
This skirt is super short and is not work appropriate. It may be possible to pair with some brown tights and get away with it for Fall/Winter depending on your work environment and dress codes. I like that I can wear both of these as separates. I was pretty excited that the skirt has pockets. The other downside (besides the length) is that there is an exposed zipper in the back. I think they were trying to play off the zipper detail from the side of the blazer but it doesn’t do anything for me. Luckily the length of the blazer covers it.
Measurements of blazer:
Shoulder to shoulder = 13″
Armpit to armpit = 14.5″
Waist = 12.5″
Original sleeve length = 22″ (shortened to 20.5″ and slimmed)
Total length = 22″
Skirt:
Waist = 12 1/4″
Length = 14″
I spent several pain staking hours yesterday slimming and shortening the sleeves. It was my first time slimming sleeves w/out my Mom’s supervision and I was extremely nervous. Shortening of the sleeves doesn’t scare me as much as slimming – especially near the armpit area. I was willing to chance it on a $19.95 blazer. The first arm turned out perfectly but the second arm – you would think it would be easier and faster but I ran into few issues. Maybe I was going cross eyed or losing patience…..nevertheless, I finally finished it! Luckily it all worked out in the end. The most time consuming part is doing a a blind stitch (when the stitch doesn’t appear on the outside of the sleeves) when shortening the lined sleeves.
Typically, I would have not paid for alterations on such a cheap blazer because it would have cost $25 to take up the sleeves and another $25-30 to slim the sleeves. I am so glad I am learning how to sew and am very grateful my mom recently taught me a few basics. For those of you who want to learn, I suggest you give it a try. I am not confident enough to do any tutorials but wanted to share with you my experience as a beginner sewer.
I also picked up this contrast blouse that I have been eying since the end of July. It finally hit stores but it does need minor alterations. It’s a high-low style but I’m wearing it tucked. I plan to slim the sleeves and sides.
On another note, I recently got another Rebecca Taylor dress and it fits perfectly. See a sneak peek here. This past weekend, hubby and I enjoyed some good food near the beach. We both love seafood and enjoyed these crab sliders, lobster rolls, lobster and shrimp quesadilla’s and then topped it off with some bread pudding with vanilla bean ice-cream.
I still can’t believe the price was so cheap – even for H&M. Their blazers usually start at $34.95 and their other wool mini skirts from last season was at least $24.95. All in all, I really like both the blazer and skirt and am looking forward to wearing them separately too. I am very happy with the results of the sleeve alterations and quite surprised I was able to complete it without ruining the blazer.
What are your thoughts on this suit?
Classy and sophisticated. The handbag and pumps are equally sweet compliments to this skirt suit. Very nice, Annie! Great style.
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Classy and sophisticated. The handbag and pumps are equally sweet compliments to this skirt suit. Very nice, Annie! Great style.
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I really don’t NEED a tweed blazer, but for that price I might want one anyway!
I really don't NEED a tweed blazer, but for that price I might want one anyway!
i like it a lot! i want that blazer now. if the skirt is too short for work, where do you see yourself wearing this suit instead?
I would wear the skirt separately casually π I am going to pair it with some brown tights and boots for Fall/Winter too!
It might be to short for me but it’s perfect for you. I saw this a few months ago at hm. Next time I see something like it, I’ll post for you. You look beautiful with or without tights. You have amazing legs btw. Im fairly tall, and used to have skinny legs. But I stopped training for 10 mile races because of my knee … Went from size 8 to a 14 on the bottom. Still look okay but have to wear a 25 or 26 inch suit skirt. Can wear as short as 23 with tights, but that’s the new limit. No more 21inchers for me!! Not if I want to keep my job.
I find the skirt too short for work standards as well, but I really like the outfit anyways. It’s so cute!
i like it a lot! i want that blazer now. if the skirt is too short for work, where do you see yourself wearing this suit instead?
i think the length of the skirt is super flattering on your legs but i agree – it’s not work appropriate. meanwhile that blazer looks absolutely fantastic on you! what a steal
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aw thanks Angie! : )
i think the length of the skirt is super flattering on your legs but i agree – it's not work appropriate. meanwhile that blazer looks absolutely fantastic on you! what a steal
http://www.pandaphilia.com
aw thanks Angie! : )
I would wear the skirt separately casually π I am going to pair it with some brown tights and boots for Fall/Winter too!
I like the skirt suit quite a bit. I wish the skirt is a bit longer so it can be worn for work though. It’s great that you were able to do the alterations yourself. It must feel good to save the cost! You look great in it and I like your RM bag too. What a cute color.
Thanks Sky. Yeah I wish the skirt was longer too. It did feel quite amazing to accomplish the alterations myself. It was very time consuming so hopefully it won’t take as long next time….I need lots of practice:)
I like the skirt suit quite a bit. I wish the skirt is a bit longer so it can be worn for work though. It's great that you were able to do the alterations yourself. It must feel good to save the cost! You look great in it and I like your RM bag too. What a cute color.
Thanks Sky. Yeah I wish the skirt was longer too. It did feel quite amazing to accomplish the alterations myself. It was very time consuming so hopefully it won't take as long next time….I need lots of practice:)
Great suit and for $35. That is awesome.
Great suit and for $35. That is awesome.
I find the skirt too short for work standards as well, but I really like the outfit anyways. It's so cute!
I love your bag!
I love your bag!
This suit looks more expensive than what you paid and your self-alterations are so smart! I think the blazer will be very fun and versatile to wear as a jacket this fall. Save the skirt for when the hubby is around. π
I’m jaded by H&M quality but love it when you take the time to thoroughly review something that makes it worth my time to stop in store.
xo,
Jess
This suit looks more expensive than what you paid and your self-alterations are so smart! I think the blazer will be very fun and versatile to wear as a jacket this fall. Save the skirt for when the hubby is around. π
I'm jaded by H&M quality but love it when you take the time to thoroughly review something that makes it worth my time to stop in store.
xo,
Jess
You always look good with skirts and suits. Looking great and pretty Annie.
xo
Sam
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You always look good with skirts and suits. Looking great and pretty Annie.
xo
Sam
http://fabulouspetite.blogspot.com
I must be the only person who does like exposed zippers. π haha I guess that’s who they make it for? As always, I love how you put this together!
lol, yeah not a fan of exposed zippers but on some stuff – I don’t mind it. Thanks so much!
I must be the only person who does like exposed zippers. π haha I guess that's who they make it for? As always, I love how you put this together!
I absolutely LOVE the two pieces you picked up from Hand M and at such a great price too!
I absolutely LOVE the two pieces you picked up from Hand M and at such a great price too!
Are you able to button this jacket?
Yes – it looks super cute buttoned – see here:http://instagram.com/p/OwoM5iSLBx/
Are you able to button this jacket?
Yes – it looks super cute buttoned – see here:http://instagram.com/p/OwoM5iSLBx/
Wow, that suit looks great on you! I might have to check it out, although that skirt lenght is a no-go for me. Maybe if I bought one in a much bigger size and altered it for width…
Thanks Linnea π that def is an option!
Wow, that suit looks great on you! I might have to check it out, although that skirt lenght is a no-go for me. Maybe if I bought one in a much bigger size and altered it for width…
Hi, I’m also a petite girl who lives in Asia and totally enjoys your sense of fashion, sophisticated, modern and elegant, perfect for my age and work environment. Looking forward to your sharing of alternation skills!!
Hi, I'm also a petite girl who lives in Asia and totally enjoys your sense of fashion, sophisticated, modern and elegant, perfect for my age and work environment. Looking forward to your sharing of alternation skills!!
Nice suit, I like suir
Nice suit, I like suir
lol, yeah not a fan of exposed zippers but on some stuff – I don't mind it. Thanks so much!
Thanks Linnea π that def is an option!
Hi Annie,
I was just wondering where you went for the delicious looking food; I’d like to try the restaurant if it’s in Southern California. π
Hi Vanessa! It’s called Big Fish in Laguna Beach π
Hi Annie,
I was just wondering where you went for the delicious looking food; I'd like to try the restaurant if it's in Southern California. π
Hi Vanessa! It's called Big Fish in Laguna Beach π
Great suit and so happy to hear it’s good quality for the price. I bet if I went tomorrow (I keep saying “I’m going tomorrow” ;)), it’d be gone! Nevertheless, love the alterations. GREAT job! And I like the pink detail inside the jacket. Nice to hear that it’s lined. I wonder why they made the skirt so short considering it must be super mini on regular-height ladies. Hmmmβ¦.
Great suit and so happy to hear it's good quality for the price. I bet if I went tomorrow (I keep saying "I'm going tomorrow" ;)), it'd be gone! Nevertheless, love the alterations. GREAT job! And I like the pink detail inside the jacket. Nice to hear that it's lined. I wonder why they made the skirt so short considering it must be super mini on regular-height ladies. Hmmmβ¦.
I noticed you didn’t button the blazer. Did that seem tight to you? I know H&M stuff is small but based on the waist size you printed I am surprised how snugly the jacket fit when buttoned. My waist is my “biggest” area but it’s not big. I tried going up a size but it looked too big everywhere else. You’re right, though. It’s very nice for the price!
I usually never button my blazers but here it is buttoned on me http://instagram.com/p/OwoM5iSLBx/
It’s tight but it can be buttoned:) yeah i tried on a 4 and it was ridic everywhere else
I noticed you didn't button the blazer. Did that seem tight to you? I know H&M stuff is small but based on the waist size you printed I am surprised how snugly the jacket fit when buttoned. My waist is my "biggest" area but it's not big. I tried going up a size but it looked too big everywhere else. You're right, though. It's very nice for the price!
I usually never button my blazers but here it is buttoned on me http://instagram.com/p/OwoM5iSLBx/
It's tight but it can be buttoned:) yeah i tried on a 4 and it was ridic everywhere else
I saw this outfit a few months ago at H&M. I guess that I’m a bit surprised that the skirt length was so short and that would be something you would like. Btw you look fabulously sexy in a 14″ skirt. And classy.
If I see anything like it again I’ll stop by and post it. Personally, it would have been over the top for me plus i stopped running, went from a size 8 to a 14 on the bottom, and no longer have skinny legs. That’s what happens when you screw up a knee! I’m fairly tall so I don’t look bad. But I have to wear at least 25″ skirts. No more 21 or 23 inch skirts.
I saw this outfit a few months ago at H&M. I guess that I'm a bit surprised that the skirt length was so short and that would be something you would like. Btw you look fabulously sexy in a 14" skirt. And classy.
If I see anything like it again I'll stop by and post it. Personally, it would have been over the top for me plus i stopped running, went from a size 8 to a 14 on the bottom, and no longer have skinny legs. That's what happens when you screw up a knee! I'm fairly tall so I don't look bad. But I have to wear at least 25" skirts. No more 21 or 23 inch skirts.
It might be to short for me but it's perfect for you. I saw this a few months ago at hm. Next time I see something like it, I'll post for you. You look beautiful with or without tights. You have amazing legs btw. Im fairly tall, and used to have skinny legs. But I stopped training for 10 mile races because of my knee … Went from size 8 to a 14 on the bottom. Still look okay but have to wear a 25 or 26 inch suit skirt. Can wear as short as 23 with tights, but that's the new limit. No more 21inchers for me!! Not if I want to keep my job.