Linen

May 16, 2016

It somehow feels wrong to be wearing these linen trousers when just a few days ago I saw snow and hail falling from the sky. That’s right, I said SNOW. You can probably guess how I feel about that. But on to a little review of these J.Crew full-length linen pants that I have fallen in love with.

J.Crew Full Length Linen Pants / Ann Taylor Mila Leather pumps / Wilfred Michael mock neck top / Forever21 rings / 3.1 Phillip Lim Pashli Satchel / Babaton Nicky Trench / Daniel Wellington Sheffield Watch

I’m usually the first to shun high-waisted pants because of my short torso, but these hit me and just the right place on my waist to give that leg-lengthening look I only see in catalogs. It is probably due to the fact that these are petite-sized and therefore perfectly proportioned so that there is some sort of separation between my underarms and my legs. Thankfully these pants come in a 32″ inseam, which is a quite a bit longer than most standard petite sizing and allows me to wear heels. Whether this is due to the fact that these are expected to shrink–since it is linen after all, I have yet to find out. I do wish these had side pockets, but I suppose it’s a fair trade off for such a great fit. Are you wondering about wrinkling? Yes, definitely, no doubt about it. You can see it pretty clearly in these photos but it really doesn’t bother me much.

Measurements on 00p:

Waist: 25in.
Hips at base of zipper: 34in
Inseam: 32in
Leg opening: 21in
Rise: 9.5in from crotch seam

These trousers currently on sale for $99 plus an extra 30% with your J.Crew card and free shipping on all orders. Use code CARDSONLY. And for those of you without a J.Crew Card, you can still get 25% off with code SUMMER.

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Mauve trousers + Stripes

April 24, 2016

Somewhat surprisingly, I’ve been really embracing the lighter palette this season. While I really dig my typical dark neutrals, the lighter neutrals have been really calling my name as of late. I was on the fence about buying these dark blush/mauve-colored Martie pants from J.Crew, but they were on sale for something ridiculously cheap that I felt like I had nothing to lose (except well, $25). But I’m actually quite thrilled with them as they are a big departure from the black/grey/navy work trousers that are in regular outfit rotation during the work week. Here I paired them with stripes as I try to grow accustomed to mixing and matching mauve with a color that’s more adventurous.

J.Crew Martie Pant in Mauve + Trench + Stripes

J.Crew Martie Pant (regular length) / Club Monaco striped top (similar) / Club Monaco Lindy Trench (similar) / LAUREN by Ralph Lauren Amaya Pumps (similar by AT) / Le Chateau Rings / 3.1 Phillip Lim Pashli Satchel

Olive + White

April 8, 2016

I’m crying right now. Because I’m dying to wear spring outfits, and it still feels like winter outside. I am absolutely obsessed with these olive J.Crew Martie pants, and paired with white it looks so fresh! sigh. Just a few more days and maybe I can finally put away that heavy winter parka.

J.Crew Tunic Shirt (old, but similar version by AT) / J.Crew Martie Pant in bi-stretch wool / LAUREN by Ralph Lauren Adena Pumps (similar) / Bauble Bar Facets Layered Necklace / Daniel Wellington Sheffield Watch / Forever21 Rings / Zara bag (old)