Fitting Room: Ann Taylor, Banana Republic and H&M

Outfits|May 10, 2014
H&M Floral Fitted Dress
H&M Fitted Floral Dress – size 4 (buy here)
I love the colors and floral print of this dress but unfortunately there wasn’t a size 2 for me to try on. Size 4 is roomy on me and would require slimming and alterations. It is available online in all sizes in case anyone doesn’t have a store near by. It’s a great Spring/Summer work dress and luckily has a concealed zipper in the back. It’s unlined but the woven fabric is a nice material. I really like the cap sleeves too and the price is very affordable. Would recommend.
H&M Floral Dress 2
H&M Floral Dress {style #060909} – size small $34.95

I couldn’t find the link online but size small runs very large. I’m not sure if XS would even fit. Thought I’d share anyway. 🙂

Banana Republic Petite White Shorts

Banana Republic Shorts – size 00P (buy here)
Banana Republic sweater – size XSP (buy here)
If you need a pair of white shorts for Summer, these have potential and fit decent. The length isn’t too short and isn’t as see through like most white shorts I’ve tried on.  I went to pick up my sloan pants in white and figured I better try it on to make sure it fit. Good thing I did because it does not fit the same as my navy or red one. The crotch and knees were super baggy. It looked wrong on all levels. I couldn’t even post a picture – it’s that bad. I was hoping to add a pair of white pants for Spring/Summer but my search continues. 

Banana Republic multi striped fit and flare dress

You know my love for Banana Republic dresses and they usually fit me really well but for some reason this was cut very weird. The top was very snug and didn’t lay well at all. The bottom portion was okay but it didn’t do it for me.
Ann Taylor Dot Jacquard Skirt
Ann Taylor dot jacquard skirt – size 00P (buy here)
I went into Ann Taylor hoping to try on this sundot dress but they didn’t have it yet. I dragged myself in the fitting room to try on a few things for you. You’re welcome. Lol 
This skirt is super cute but has an exposed zipper in the back and does run on the larger side. 00P is slightly loose on me. Would recommend if you don’t mind the exposed zipper.

Ann Taylor Textured Jacquard Sheath Dress

This dress is super pretty but it was a bit wide and loose on me. The material is light and airy for Summer. I love the blue color and would recommend. You may want to size down.

Ann Taylor Perspective Dot Dress

I thought this would be super cute but I did not like it on me at all. It runs very big so I’d suggest sizing down.

Cole Haan Chelsea Snake Embossed Pumps and Banana Republic Striped Clutch

Skirt: Zappos (buy here)
Shoes: Cole Haan (buy here)

I recently scored these Cole Haan green pumps at TJMaxx for $49.99 in size 5! I rarely see size 5’s at discount stores so you can imagine how happy I was. Cole Haan shoes usually fit me pretty well and I love the nike air technology – extra padding for your feet. This Banana Republic striped clutch is marked down to $19.99 and I ended up getting it for $5 after using a coupon gifted from WhatJessWore. Thanks for reading and have a great weekend! Happy Mother’s Day to all the Moms out there! 🙂
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  2. I really like the H&M dresses you tried on, I saw the first one online (in my country) and I liked it but I thought it wouldn’t be nice in person (I had a few experiences with H&M dresses that looked really nice online, but in stores – neah or the fit was really weird) so I didn’t went to stores to get it… I also like the polka dot dress from Ann Taylor – it so cute, too bad the size was too big. I love to browse Ann Taylor’s online shop, the clothes are so cute, but I didn’t order anything yet as I find them a bit pricey for me with all the taxes and shipping fee (if only I’d move to the US…)

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  6. If your looking for a white shorts, Jcrew Chino shorts in white are pretty good cut and fit and made of thick sturdy material :).

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  7. Absolutely loved the first floral dress, the cool toned colors are so subtle and sexy and that BR striped piece is sooo flirty! You’re right a tighter top would be better! And those green heels are just gorg!

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  9. I always enjoy your “fitting room” reviews. I like various items on this post, but ended up with just the yellow & dot AT skirt. Your sizing reference is very helpful, as I seem to be one size up from you (& 2 sizes up on shirts/jackets). Enjoying reading your blog on a daily basis!

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  10. I just bought the fitted floral dress today and wanted to ask for your opinion about the color of the shoes and clutch. I’m attending a day wedding this weekend and not sure what to go for.

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