So a few other DC JCAs and I met up last night at Montgomery Mall for supper at Nordstrom Cafe and then a little shopping jaunt to J Crew. We brought 2 of the mini-Aficionadas with us, E (mine) and CW (Dina's). The little girls had fun and E thought CW was the most adorable thing in the world. (who doesn't, really?) I wish I had pics to post but hubby & M went to the NASCAR race at Dover and took the camera. But Summer had hers and got a pic, so hopefully that will up on her blog later (hint, hint). Great girls, great time.
Back to the tee - Love love loved it. I actually ended up getting the L as I wanted shrinkage room and I felt the M was a little lumpy/bulgy on me. (hate it when the back bra straps show) And the L has more shoulder swinging room, not that I'm planning any YMCA dances today. So it's a size up from the boyfriend tissue tee, but the same size as my rosette tee and my silk-applique critter bow tee.
One thing to be careful of (can't believe I'm calling attention to this) is the right hand flower. It's fine in the L because it sits a little lower, but in the M, it had the pasty on top of your shirt effect - yep, drew attention right to that. So if that bugs you, you may want to switch up your sizing a bit. Then again, maybe some people like that, follow your bliss.
I am wearing it today with my black cropped pants (the ones that I had tailored from too-short regular Gap pants into perfect ankle length) in a blatant rip-off of the PV set that FFM made. I love this with black pants. But I'm also going to love it with my white jeans and light khaki bottoms, too. I went with black sandals, Dina hoops, and a few bracelets. I'm not sure how a necklace would work with this - whether it would compete or enhance. But for me, I thought there was enough going on with the design.
Polyvore for today:
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Wearing Today-5/31/09 by HeidiGblog featuring J Crew
Polyvore set #1 from Saturday, E's soccer game: (Wish I had gotten pics as my friend Laura and I both showed up to the game in charcoal gray knit dresses. different styles, thank goodness.)
Polyvore set #2 from Saturday, meeting JCA's out for supper & shopping:
26 comments:
I'm so glad you and FFM have brought this tee to my attention...I didn't even know it came in the blue color until you all mentioned it! And it's like a whole new tee in that color :)
Sounds like you all had a fabulous time. Wish I lived closer! I hate that the cinched dress didn't work on you! I totally understand on the sizing issues though...don't you wish they made 1/2 sizes sometimes? like...small and a half, hehe :)But hey, at least you can pull off that gorgeous dressy jersey strapless dress that looked awful on me!
The tee looks great on you!
For me, I decided a necklace would compete with the "flowers". Very abstract flowers, for sure!
I just want to know what happened to the kind of soccer moms that show up in NIke sweats, baseball caps and pony tails???
i am sorry that we missed each other again. please email me and let me know when you are planning to meet again. The tee looks wonderful on you. i saw it last week irl and it's gorgeous!!!! as i write this, i am attempting to shrink my rosette tees. I dipped them in hot water, turned them inside out and threw them in the dryer. i hope it works
Great tee and you'll get tons of use out of it (awesome CPW, cost per wearing). I agree, no necklace ... it stands on its own.
Lissa: funny, I thought the same thing! Heidi, your soccer mom crowd is way fancier than mine ... But what a great outfit! I have the silk flower tee too--we definitely have the same taste in clothes!
Yeah! Love the tee, so cute and you know you love something when you wear it right away!
So glad I was able to meet up with everyone for shopping... I was definitely "fashionably late" to the housewarming party but it was worth getting to see you all!
And I will definitely post the picture!
Did you guys do the bring-a-friend discount promo at J Crew? I keep forgetting about that.
You look Gorgeous in the tee! :) I don't care for it with a necklace, either, but a scarf works really well, IMO.
Sounds like you had a lot of fun on your outing! How great is it that you have so many other JCA's in your area to share the obsession with? Lucky girl you are! ;)
Have a great day!
AppGal - you're right, it is like a whole new tee in the blue/black combo. Wish you could have joined us too! (let us know if you are ever coming to DC). Re: the dress - it was a bummer, but I realize we can't *all* have the exact same dress. :)
Jillie - thanks!
LIssa & Ann - Oh, I had on my ponytail with my hat (wide brimmed for more sun protection) and my friend Laura had on her baseball hat. Honestly - it's all about the weather - when it's sunny and 83 on an open field, I want to be as cool as possible. A comfy knit dress that does not require a bra is about the easiest thing I can imagine. when it's chilly, then we bring out the sweats & jeans. And trust me, we're not a fashion show - I hadn't even showered b/c I gave blood that morning and couldn't get my arm wet yet. and that's when a nice big hat and sunglasses cover a multitude of sins. :)
Patina - We will definitely let you know next time we do something. So sorry you couldn't make it this time. good luck with your rosettes!
Stylestance - thanks! I agree on CPW - the colors make it go easily into fall & winter.
Summerilla - thanks! sorry you were late to the HW party, but not really b/c that means we got to hang wtih you a little longer!
Gigi - the what? tell me more, please! at least I spent under $100 (and returned about $350, so net gain)
FFM - thank you! and ooh, a scarf would be good, thanks! It is fun to see the other JCAs. wish you were closer, too!
OT: Can you get onto Polyvore this morning?
Had not yet this morning - I just tried it and was able to get into PV.
I think I need this tee! I only saw the thumbnail of the white version on the site and didn't even give it a second look, but it's gorgeous in blue. Thanks for your review (and for the tip about the potential pasty effect :))
Lady Parts...LADY PARTS!!! Hee, hee, only kidding. Seriously you look fab. I cannot wait to wear mine as soon as I am feeling up to it.
I spent yesterday in bed with the worst headache I have ever had. Blegh. At least my saturday night was fantastic. ;)
I think it is good we grabbed this tee...I believe it will be a hot seller...the combo of deep blue and charcoal is irresistable.
Tell E. CW misses her. She has found a "big sister."
You look fantastic in that tee! I tried it on last week and ended up getting the one with the big blue flowers instead. I think I may have to go back and get this one now!
How do you like the Montgomery Mall? I've never actually been there. I usually head to the Georgetown or Chevy Chase stores since MM isn't metro/walking accessible.
That tee and in that color looks beautiful on you!
Yay for the crankle flower tee Heidi (but now I have to give a closer look to the position of that flower, as I sized down in mine).
Your second Polivore look would be perfect for US Open or Rolland Garros!
Sorry, I meant crinkle tee!
I'm glad that I saw your post and FFMs post on this tee. I had no idea that it came in the black/ navy combo. I just adore it and now that the ban is over I am getting it! It looks great on you!
Katherine - yes, you absolutely need this tee! :)
Dina - so sorry to hear you felt so bad Sunday! Poor thing. Relayed your message to E - you made her day! Loved the tee on you too, can't wait to see you wear it.
Kat - the one with the blue flowers is really pretty, too - I saw it on Ema's blog and loved it. I have actually never been to the CC or Gtown JCs. I got to MM or Tysons, so not sure how to compare. The attraction with MM is 1 - for me, it's the closest. 2 - for the purposes of our Sat night outing, it has crewcuts. Maybe someone else who knows all 3 can chime in?
luvallthingsjcrew - thank you!
Ema - that 2nd outfit is just so comfy - it was all about staying cool that afternoon - and I brought the cardi instead of a sweatshirt b/c I am lazy and it was not as heavy to carry as a sweatshirt. :) And sorry, hope I don't ruin the crnkle tee for you with the pasty comment - we were just cracking up in the dressing rooms over it.
Emily - don't you love the blogs? I will admit that I don't have the time to spend poring over the JC website and going through all the product pages and colors and details. So I wait and see what looks good on everyone's covetables list or their reviews or when I go into the store. Congrats on surviving your ban!!
You are oh-so-cute in that top. I may have to looksee mahself...
your last combination is perfect! I love the color of the capris with the white v-neck. Glad to hear you had a nice weekend :)
PBP - it's a great tee - you should get it! I would also love to see it in your JC math.
parkaveprincess - thank you! I loved that outfit and will be wearing it again soon, I'm sure. Those capris are so comfy and so summery!
I love that tee on you in this color! Great find!
Thanks, 3-PP!
I ama huge fan of navy and black- that looks very nice on you!!
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