how to wear your chanel jacket...

#10,171
ailoveresale said:
I went into the store today to try some pieces, thought I would share pics/thoughts!

First up is the khaki cruise jacket. Like others, I was not in love with it, even though I love green. Will take my chances by waiting for the sale.


Next is a piece I am seriously debating getting - it comes in black which was in the pic above, but I also liked this beige. Although now looking at this picture I'm not as sure about it. I don't have the detachable belt on:


What I really fell in love with is this cardigan. Only thing is, most of my cardigans are dark colors. So I ended up finding the same one in ecru through the boutique and ordered it, but still love the navy:



I also tried the white jacket and thought the wide sleeves and the buttons on the inside were too overwhelming. But it's still a cute piece:



Finally, the item I actually went to pick up, my sale find - I saw how beautiful this skirt was on many of you ladies and decided I had to have one for myself. Got the last one in my size in the country:


Interested in hearing opinions on the dress and the cardigan... :smile:
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I tried this cardigan too, comes in pink and in khaki as well, almost bought the khaki!
I think it's very versatile

like the dress on you too,
The colour is fab on you and it can work for day and night,

I think most importantly is how they will fit your lifestyle. if simple understated everyday pieces are more your thing , like this dress and cardigan, then it's wiser to invest in them instead of buying a "wow" piece that you won't be able to enjoy that often and just sit in your closet.
 
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ailoveresale said:
I went into the store today to try some pieces, thought I would share pics/thoughts!

First up is the khaki cruise jacket. Like others, I was not in love with it, even though I love green. Will take my chances by waiting for the sale.


Next is a piece I am seriously debating getting - it comes in black which was in the pic above, but I also liked this beige. Although now looking at this picture I'm not as sure about it. I don't have the detachable belt on:


What I really fell in love with is this cardigan. Only thing is, most of my cardigans are dark colors. So I ended up finding the same one in ecru through the boutique and ordered it, but still love the navy:



I also tried the white jacket and thought the wide sleeves and the buttons on the inside were too overwhelming. But it's still a cute piece:



Finally, the item I actually went to pick up, my sale find - I saw how beautiful this skirt was on many of you ladies and decided I had to have one for myself. Got the last one in my size in the country:


Interested in hearing opinions on the dress and the cardigan... :smile:
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ailoveresale... CONGRATULATIONS on that beautiful Paris Rome skirt! We are skirt twins! I bought the last piece as well.

I saw the dress and cardigan in my local store. The dress looks like an easy piece which the RTW specialist advised could be dressed up or down for work. Personally I prefer something with a defined waist or loose like a tent. The narrow cut, which is neither fitted nor roomy, makes me uncomfortable. I need to know if a dress is going to be clinging on to my body or giving me lots of room to move or to devour a buffet. That said, the khaki looks elegant and very good on you. It's not an easy colour. The cardigan was sold out in black in my store. The fabric was firm and heavy but not suffocating. Looks like a cardigan that's easy to throw on and has mileage. Look forward to your final choice.
 
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Saw part of the SS Act 1 collection, which was launched today. Generally, the collection is more casual and heavily influenced by streetwear. The jackets and tweeds were simple and quite plain. The silk bomber with the black & white hip and cuff bands was an ill-fit on me and not at all Chanel-justified. There were some very pretty cashmere knits and cardigans.

I was interested in 2 jackets and a dress. One was a loose fit long jacket or lightweight coat which was in a navy denim-like tweed with striped cuffs and collar. The other is a shorter navy jacket with the same stripes collar and embellished with pearls, which has yet to arrive. The dress was a waisted lightweight almost gauze-like black dress with a V-beck and narrow frilled straps, which was very feminine and pretty.

Prices seem a lot friendlier after the fairly astronomical numbers of the Cuba collection.

Was advised that Act 2 is generally less attractive with the velour straps. The best pieces may be the black and white opening suits. The fit of these jackets will be similar to the popular Seoul Cruise 2016 black jacket which was also available in pink and khaki.

A side note...the priciest collection to-date will be upcoming the Ritz collection. The prices will commensurate with the exquisite almost couture-like workmanship.
 
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Love the Paris Rome skirt. Looks wonderful on you

I liked the green jacket from cruise but it prob will make sale. The white act one I thought was pretty on hanger but it's shapeless on which is a shame. I think the knit dress and cardi were flattering on. I can't wait to see the runway SS :smile: even the Velcro. Should be interesting. Def can't wait for the cosmopolite collection though I'll have to admire from afar. The prices are just too high !
 
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ari said:
ailoveresale, I love the Paris Rome skirt the best! The white jacket- I dislike the shoulders, the sleeves, the small distance between the buttons, it's like bad imitation of double breasted style. No craftsmanship at all in this jacket [emoji51]
The dress and the cardigan are nice, but nothing to write home about[emoji5] I'm certain they'll appear at the sale next season.
I can't believe how they put the buttons at the sleeves, so lazy ...
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Glad you agree - it just seemed a little sloppy to me. Not worth the price point. And the buttons rubbing against me - I don't know why they did it!
Interesting to hear your thoughts on the dress and cardigan - I was wondering the same thing, if I should wait for the sale. My SA said the dress has been popular and the cardigan is already sold out at Rodeo so it made me wonder if it will last in my size... [emoji848]
The material is a cotton blend - it falls very nicely and has good structure.

periogirl28 said:
I like the cardigan on you. You are right, the pocket placement on the dress is odd but I am waiting for a Khaki 34 to come in. I have had to pass on some other jackets because the pockets were placed just below my bustline - even weirder.
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Thank you! Would love to see it on you when it comes in [emoji846]

Baglover121 said:
I tried this cardigan too, comes in pink and in khaki as well, almost bought the khaki!
I think it's very versatile

like the dress on you too,
The colour is fab on you and it can work for day and night,

I think most importantly is how they will fit your lifestyle. if simple understated everyday pieces are more your thing , like this dress and cardigan, then it's wiser to invest in them instead of buying a "wow" piece that you won't be able to enjoy that often and just sit in your closet.
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Yes I ended up ordering the ecru - I think the navy was more subtle, I'm excited to see what it looks like in a lighter color!
I'm also debating on the dress whether to go with beige or black. My style is very simple and I prefer investment pieces over statement pieces. I just have so many black dresses, I thought the beige was a nice alternative.
Thank you for the input!
 
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baghag21 said:
ailoveresale... CONGRATULATIONS on that beautiful Paris Rome skirt! We are skirt twins! I bought the last piece as well.

I saw the dress and cardigan in my local store. The dress looks like an easy piece which the RTW specialist advised could be dressed up or down for work. Personally I prefer something with a defined waist or loose like a tent. The narrow cut, which is neither fitted nor roomy, makes me uncomfortable. I need to know if a dress is going to be clinging on to my body or giving me lots of room to move or to devour a buffet. That said, the khaki looks elegant and very good on you. It's not an easy colour. The cardigan was sold out in black in my store. The fabric was firm and heavy but not suffocating. Looks like a cardigan that's easy to throw on and has mileage. Look forward to your final choice.
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Thank you!
lol it's also good to be comfortable at a buffet [emoji5]. I was thinking this would translate well for work and evening. I also thought the cardigan was versatile. I will post pics when the ecru arrives!

baghag21 said:
Saw part of the SS Act 1 collection, which was launched today. Generally, the collection is more casual and heavily influenced by streetwear. The jackets and tweeds were simple and quite plain. The silk bomber with the black & white hip and cuff bands was an ill-fit on me and not at all Chanel-justified. There were some very pretty cashmere knits and cardigans.

I was interested in 2 jackets and a dress. One was a loose fit long jacket or lightweight coat which was in a navy denim-like tweed with striped cuffs and collar. The other is a shorter navy jacket with the same stripes collar and embellished with pearls, which has yet to arrive. The dress was a waisted lightweight almost gauze-like black dress with a V-beck and narrow frilled straps, which was very feminine and pretty.

Prices seem a lot friendlier after the fairly astronomical numbers of the Cuba collection.

Was advised that Act 2 is generally less attractive with the velour straps. The best pieces may be the black and white opening suits. The fit of these jackets will be similar to the popular Seoul Cruise 2016 black jacket which was also available in pink and khaki.

A side note...the priciest collection to-date will be upcoming the Ritz collection. The prices will commensurate with the exquisite almost couture-like workmanship.
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I saw the navy jacket with stripes as well. It was so interesting as it had the removable front panel to wear it two ways. It just isn't my style, but I bet it will be fabulous on someone else!

pigleto972001 said:
Love the Paris Rome skirt. Looks wonderful on you

I liked the green jacket from cruise but it prob will make sale. The white act one I thought was pretty on hanger but it's shapeless on which is a shame. I think the knit dress and cardi were flattering on. I can't wait to see the runway SS :smile: even the Velcro. Should be interesting. Def can't wait for the cosmopolite collection though I'll have to admire from afar. The prices are just too high !
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Thank you! Glad everyone agrees on the green and white jackets. Money saved!
 
#10,180
ailoveresale said:
Glad you agree - it just seemed a little sloppy to me. Not worth the price point. And the buttons rubbing against me - I don't know why they did it!
Interesting to hear your thoughts on the dress and cardigan - I was wondering the same thing, if I should wait for the sale. My SA said the dress has been popular and the cardigan is already sold out at Rodeo so it made me wonder if it will last in my size... [emoji848]
The material is a cotton blend - it falls very nicely and has good structure.



Thank you! Would love to see it on you when it comes in [emoji846]



Yes I ended up ordering the ecru - I think the navy was more subtle, I'm excited to see what it looks like in a lighter color!
I'm also debating on the dress whether to go with beige or black. My style is very simple and I prefer investment pieces over statement pieces. I just have so many black dresses, I thought the beige was a nice alternative.
Thank you for the input!
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This is me in the 36 which I tried on in November. My SA thinks 34 will fit better so we are waiting for it.
 
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ailoveresale said:
I went into the store today to try some pieces, thought I would share pics/thoughts!

First up is the khaki cruise jacket. Like others, I was not in love with it, even though I love green. Will take my chances by waiting for the sale.

Next is a piece I am seriously debating getting - it comes in black which was in the pic above, but I also liked this beige. Although now looking at this picture I'm not as sure about it. I don't have the detachable belt on:


What I really fell in love with is this cardigan. Only thing is, most of my cardigans are dark colors. So I ended up finding the same one in ecru through the boutique and ordered it, but still love the navy:



I also tried the white jacket and thought the wide sleeves and the buttons on the inside were too overwhelming. But it's still a cute piece:



Finally, the item I actually went to pick up, my sale find - I saw how beautiful this skirt was on many of you ladies and decided I had to have one for myself. Got the last one in my size in the country:

Interested in hearing opinions on the dress and the cardigan... :smile:
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I have the dress, considered the khaki (which is popular) and the beige, and picked the latter for versatility. I actually prefer it without the belt as I find it more dressy that way and I size up for a less clingy look for work. Love the button too. The best part for me is the cotton blend material which means it is very easy for my climate.

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ms piggy said:
I have the dress, considered the khaki (which is popular) and the beige, and picked the latter for versatility. I actually prefer it without the belt as I find it more dressy that way and I size up for a less clingy look for work. Love the button too. The best part for me is the cotton blend material which means it is very easy for my climate.

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Wow, looks great on you! [emoji1360][emoji6]

smileygirl said:
I tried these on instore yesterday. Waiting for my size!
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Beautiful dresses!
 
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