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vhdos said:
The color of the skirt is gorgeous - great outfit:smile1:
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thank you vhdos!!

DC-Cutie said:
Nice! I picked it up, too. For the price, I couldn't just leave it there
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oohh! skirt twins! i love how you paired it with the bright pink blouse! :heart:

mishybelle said:
IMO, it's pretty vibrant in real life, just a tad darker.

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oh that is gorgeous!

jordanjordan said:
Hey all, I need a little J.Crew help! 99% of the time my usual J.Crew wardrobe of button ups, t shirts, etc. works great for my lifestyle. What I'm having trouble with is coming up for a slightly dressed up look with J.Crew stuff. Skirts and dresses are not my deal, and I can't wear heels or anything sleeveless, so that immediately makes it more difficult to look less daytimey.

I'm from a very casual part of the country so nice jeans and some kind of blouses top would more than suffice, but I'm having a mental block. I have been trying to put together one complete outfit I could wear out to dinner or if we go to a get together, but I am at a loss. I bought a few things but when I got them home I felt very librarian-ish. Any suggestions?
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all of the options you've received are awesome. a lace top, or fun stripes are always classic. i love j crew bc it can go nicely and dressed up pretty easily with skinny jeans, or bootcut jeans in a dark wash with cute flats (i agree the viv flats would be really fun - or a shorter wedge since you don't like heels), a blazer/cardi with statement jewelry (necklace or brooch). a fun colourful bag too. i hope you post your outfits here!! :)
 
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bagfashionista said:
i had to size down -- typically a size 0, but i felt it was too loose/boxy on me ---bought one of the red ones last year in a size 0 on final sale and i have to wear it open/unbuttoned

a pic here:
http://bagfashionistafashion.blogspot.com/search?q=schoolboy

I bought 2 more recently, both in 00 -- i feel that they fit much better. But to be fair, I've only worn them with sleeveless shells/tops/dresses
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Thanks bagfashionista! Going to take the plunge come paybday!! ;)
 
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jordanjordan said:
I don't wear heels for a variety of reasons, one being that I will fall and hurt myself. In the last ten years I've fallen and broken my ankle and stood up and broke my foot.... On top of that I'm 5'9" so finding pants long enough would be harder, and I don't like being that much taller than my husband and friends. They look great on other people but they just aren't me!
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There was a young lady on a what not to wear episode. She was taller than you and felt insecure about her height. Once ******* and Stacy explained to her that she shouldn't let her height get in the way of expressing herself with her clothing and shoe options, she turned into a new improved person. She used to hunch over, now she stood taller.

You have the height it takes to pull off a lot of sleek, chic, dressy styles - embrace it:smile1:
 
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hi everyone!

i ordered my first no 2 pencilskirt on final sale and *bummer* it is way too big.

did anyone get the skirt tailored before? is that even possible? this may be a stupid question but I have no clue :)

Thanks in advance!!!
 
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First time to post an outfit shot on TPF..
Jcrew items: No. 2 Pencil skirt in Neon Kiwi (i think) in eyelet, Mint snakeskin belt and the new (still online) Cabochon earrings. :D Didn't think neon would work in my office.
 

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#6,428
Sterntalerli said:
hi everyone!

i ordered my first no 2 pencilskirt on final sale and *bummer* it is way too big.

did anyone get the skirt tailored before? is that even possible? this may be a stupid question but I have no clue :)

Thanks in advance!!!
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Hello,
I have done that with my double serge wool ones. Sent it to a very reputable (expensive) alterations place. Didn't want to risk ruining it, considering the lining and all. Also, I paid full price for it. :p
Twas successful. Had the waist taken in on the sides. They couldn't do this from the back because the zipper makes it complicated (what they say). Taking it from the side also means the width of the skirt was adjusted too.

Good luck!
 
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DC-Cutie said:
There was a young lady on a what not to wear episode. She was taller than you and felt insecure about her height. Once ******* and Stacy explained to her that she shouldn't let her height get in the way of expressing herself with her clothing and shoe options, she turned into a new improved person. She used to hunch over, now she stood taller.

You have the height it takes to pull off a lot of sleek, chic, dressy styles - embrace it:smile1:
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I appreciate your concern but I have to disagree. I am perfectly confident and happy at 5'9". However, I don't feel the same way at 6'+. I just don't think it is a good look for me, regardless of what you or Stacey and ******* say. I also don't like heels for comfort and safety reasons so it isn't like I'm dying to wear them but won't because I'm ashamed. I am very comfortable with my height but that doesn't mean I need to make myself look even taller.

Thank you all for your suggestions- my local store didn't have a lot but I plan on doing some online and closet shopping today!
 
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jordanjordan said:
I appreciate your concern but I have to disagree. I am perfectly confident and happy at 5'9". However, I don't feel the same way at 6'+. I just don't think it is a good look for me, regardless of what you or Stacey and ******* say. I also don't like heels for comfort and safety reasons so it isn't like I'm dying to wear them but won't because I'm ashamed. I am very comfortable with my height but that doesn't mean I need to make myself look even taller.

Thank you all for your suggestions- my local store didn't have a lot but I plan on doing some online and closet shopping today!
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:okay:
 
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Sterntalerli said:
hi everyone!

i ordered my first no 2 pencilskirt on final sale and *bummer* it is way too big.

did anyone get the skirt tailored before? is that even possible? this may be a stupid question but I have no clue :)

Thanks in advance!!!
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I actually had some pencil skirts from J.Crew that were a couple of years old that I loved. I lost some weight and they were too big. My mom was actually able to take them in got me and they fit perfectly now. A tailor should be able to do it relatively easily.
 
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pavilion said:
I actually had some pencil skirts from J.Crew that were a couple of years old that I loved. I lost some weight and they were too big. My mom was actually able to take them in got me and they fit perfectly now. A tailor should be able to do it relatively easily.
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thank you all for your help! i just took it to the tailor. he said it should be done by friday- so keep your fingers crossed! i will update you all :)
 
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