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Picked up my fall/winter alternations, and I bought these two Cruise dresses (striped shirt dress, size 42, 4200 USD, and a short hoodie dress, size 38, 3800 USD, and a Cruise houndstooth cropped jacket, size 40, 3600 USD) that my SA picked for me to try. @fibbi, here is the ( fall/winter?) denim dress, size 42, 2600 USD, that he transferred in, which I also bought. I believe it’s the last one in my size, but if you want the info, here is the tag (however any Dior SA will know it as the denim dress without pleats).
the striped dress (third photo) looks tight in the photo, but is super flattering in person. There was also a blue green diamond locket that opened in the back that was gorgeous (they showed it to me bc they know I love beautiful things but such a piece is way way out of my budget and lifestyle). And, I also tried the adorable bag modeled by one of our members on the Dior men’s thread
the striped dress (third photo) looks tight in the photo, but is super flattering in person. There was also a blue green diamond locket that opened in the back that was gorgeous (they showed it to me bc they know I love beautiful things but such a piece is way way out of my budget and lifestyle). And, I also tried the adorable bag modeled by one of our members on the Dior men’s thread
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@880 you always inspire me with your effortless cool! I feel that houndstooth jacket is a great fit for your wardrobe. Also I am LOVING the striped dress on you, so modern but very elegant for a nice day outing. The bag in your last photo is also great. Thank you for always sharing your RTW adventures! Is Cruise at your local boutique yet or just a preview? I can’t wait until my reserves arrive
OMG... so many great outfit
! Thank you for the denim dress info! You now make me want to try both version (the pleated one and the one you have now). I also like the jacket look on you. And your bags are just perfect match with the look!But I don't think I'm VIC enough to able to get hold of the new item (jacket) yet...
thank you for your kind words @platanoparty, @papertiger, and @fibbi. Cruise started to arrive today at flagship in NY.
The cropped jacket is classic with a bit of edge due to the slight cropped length, and I think it will work well with brunello, Dior and Hermes pants in olive, grey, taupe, navy, as well as black. the jacket is a three season weight, not heavy.
@fibbi, I don’t do reserves (but my SA pulls whatever he thinks would work on me that suits my style; he charges me when I take it home). Since the jacket is a new piece, it may be available in your local boutique. I would just ask your SA to keep you top of mind when it comes in. This size 40 is roomy (I think it may be too boxy for some of our members who found the velveted denim leopard jacket of Fall/winter too shapeless. It does blouse out a bit in the back too. In the body. I could have gone down to a 38, but my SA felt I needed the shoulder room of size 40. I have a large waist for my size, and I think the jacket is flattering in that area.
i forgot to take a pic of the long sleeved, light wash. Long sleeved denim jacket. It runs large, long and drapey on the body, more so that the tie dye version this summer (which was a slimmer shorter cut). I passed on the denim jacket.
Re th pleated denim dress, I have a longer and larger waist than most, and it was good on me. My SA said nearly everyone who took this dress had it taken in and the waistline raised (not necessary for me). The skirt is very long and voluminous on me (I’m 5’2”). I took a 42 in both denim dresses due to my waist size. therewas plenty of room elsewhere in the body and sleeves Even though I have a sizable shoulder and upper arm is a bit chunky).
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My waist is just super sized and it's very challenging to dress nice for my size and height. I'm also 5"2 but due to large mid section I never thought I am able to dress nice. But the denim dress I super love. I'll check with my SA if I can try on. Will try to get the jacket too.
Unexpected try on of the puffy quilted bar jacket yesterday - came across this piece randomly. Very beautiful but cut small and even a 42 was snug on my arms (which is always my issue with Dior bar but usually a 40 will do). The animal print stretchy one from pre autumn is the perfect solution for me but I'm still digesting a Chanel jacket, budget wise...Congrats to the ladies who have secured this and it fits well. A piece for decades.
Thanks! Cropped is relative. It covers my waist and I am long waisted so perhaps not so much. Measured flat, from bottom of the front by the zipper to the top of the neck, up the middle, it’s 18 inches If that helps. From bottom of the back to top of the collar, 20 inches. Measurements are approximate, as I have misplaced my cloth measuring tape and am using a rigid one. Compared to chanel cropped sweaters, this is closer to normal.
@De sac, Lol, re the chanel budget eating into the Dior one
I laughed out loud when I read your post how bizarre Dior sizing is. I’m a 40 chanel and generally a 40 or 42 Dior jacket, but not in the normal bar jacket. The Bar just doesn’t fit my shape ever — too tight in the arms, waist, shoulder. . . If I forced myself to take a regular bar jacket, I might have to go up to a 44 and it would look weird. And the puffy bar 40 and the mixed fabric puffy bar both ran large on me, in that a 40actually fit. But, I didn’t take it bc I need to save some room in case chanel cruise comes in. . .@fibbi, if it helps I’m a 30-32 wide long waist and the denim dress size 42 just fits at the narrowest point (A bit short waisted on me) Not uncomfortable, but I wouldn’t really want to eat a huge cheeseburger while wearing the dress either.
forgot to add, SA and I think I kind of look like a prison matron with thr denim dress buttoned up (or any Dior shirt dress buttoned up) so I wear it unbuttoned to one button above the waist with a wolford camisole or long line bralette inside
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Thanks! Cropped is relative. It covers my waist and I am long waisted so perhaps not so much. Measured flat, from bottom of the front by the zipper to the top of the neck, up the middle, it’s 18 inches If that helps. From bottom of the back to top of the collar, 20 inches. Measurements are approximate, as I have misplaced my cloth measuring tape and am using a rigid one. Compared to chanel cropped sweaters, this is closer to normal.
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@De sac, Lol, re the chanel budget eating into the Dior one
@fibbi, if it helps I’m a 30-32 wide long waist and the denim dress size 42 just fits at the narrowest point (A bit short waisted on me) Not uncomfortable, but I wouldn’t really want to eat a huge cheeseburger while wearing the dress either.
forgot to add, SA and I think I kind of look like a prison matron with thr denim dress buttoned up (or any Dior shirt dress buttoned up) so I wear it unbuttoned to one button above the waist with a wolford camisole or long line bralette inside
Many thanks for the measurements! I really appreciate the details. I carry alot of weight in my mid-section so cropped can be dicey for me. But then that's based mostly on perceptions of Chanel, which does tend to be very cropped. Many thanks again! Love all your photos.
Thank you for the dress measurement. But now I'm a bit concerned that since my waist is larger and would size 42 fit. And is that dress long that you need hemming?Thanks! Cropped is relative. It covers my waist and I am long waisted so perhaps not so much. Measured flat, from bottom of the front by the zipper to the top of the neck, up the middle, it’s 18 inches If that helps. From bottom of the back to top of the collar, 20 inches. Measurements are approximate, as I have misplaced my cloth measuring tape and am using a rigid one. Compared to chanel cropped sweaters, this is closer to normal.
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@De sac, Lol, re the chanel budget eating into the Dior one
@fibbi, if it helps I’m a 30-32 wide long waist and the denim dress size 42 just fits at the narrowest point (A bit short waisted on me) Not uncomfortable, but I wouldn’t really want to eat a huge cheeseburger while wearing the dress either.
forgot to add, SA and I think I kind of look like a prison matron with thr denim dress buttoned up (or any Dior shirt dress buttoned up) so I wear it unbuttoned to one button above the waist with a wolford camisole or long line bralette inside
the short hoodie dresses are techno taffeta/100% polyester (think a comfy synthetic canvas), and they do not breathe at all. I do not recommend for hot summer or tropical weather
I wear them in Springtime or Fall. Perfect for traveling bc it doesnt wrinkle even when rolled; is elastic waisted, easy to pull on; and, it can be dressed up or down. I also feel as though it resists stains. Wearable in winter with a thin wolford hoodie and legging or stocking underneath, or even as a tunic top with denim jeans underneath.
I love them so much I have three: grey leopard; red apples and roses; and, white/grey TdJ. i hope Dior will make a blue tie dye next. It runs very large. I am a 40-46 skirt; 42 dress (sometimes 44); and, a 38 hoodie dress.
@fibbi, re shortening and size of a garment: I always rely on the advice of the SA, head tailor, and, if he is there, my DH (who is a stickler for proper fit). I find that Dior, unlike Chanel, doesn’t have as much seam allowance, so I tend to size up and then have things taken in.
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