So today I wanted to share with you a very quick review of an item I tried on during my last visit to J.Crew. I saw this top online and was definitely intrigued, so I was quite happy to see it in the store.
Silk Boy Shirt in Windowpane, $135.00, available here
No. 2 Pencil Skirt in Double Serge Wool in Spicy Gold, on sale for $99.99, available here
I love a good windowpane design. Whether it is on a top, a pair of pants, a chic looking blazer, or a nice skirt, I find myself instantly intrigued. I think it's a timeless kind of print and a bit more refined than some of those color plaid prints. I love plaid, but windowpane has an element of simplicity that I like better. Anyway, this top is essentially like the Blythe blouse that comes in lots of delicious colors but in a very bright pink and black windowpane design. I'm not afraid of color, so I love how vibrant and bright the pink is in this top. It might be too much for some, but it is a very pretty color. However, pink and black together might create limited outfits. Of course this would work well with black pants/skirt, perhaps something in cream or gray, but other than that, I'm not sure. Any ideas?
I tried this on in my normal number size, but based on the Blythe I knew there would be gaping issues. Sure enough, those bust line buttons did not want to stay closed. The fit on the body was a bit loose, but not in a bad way (it skimmed the body, but there was a bit of room in the torso and arms). It didn't feel tight in the shoulders and I'm broad across the top, so that's always a plus with button-ups. The length was a tad bit long reaching my hip area, but it wasn't overwhelmingly so. I would say stick to your regular size unless you have a larger chest size. Overall, I really loved this top and would have gotten it if it wasn't so pricey. It's going on my wishlist.
Gap Slim Cropped Windowpane Pants, $49.95, available here
Absolutely perfect for a day at work. Slim leg line, a subtle print and completely versatile.
Oversized Grid Print Shirt, $19.80, available here
I actually own this top and really like it. The fit is loose and it's borderline cropped, but it still works without looking bad. If I was the type to buy multiples, I would get it in the cream/black version too.
CashTouch Windowpane Scarf, on sale for $9.99, available here
Would this not make a great Christmas gift?
Tibi Windowpane Silk Shift Dress, $450.00, preorder here
Oh, how I love a Tibi dress, including this one. I would totally be on board with getting this, but I think I can recreate it with the F21 top above.
Joie Elan Sequin Windowpane Blouse, on sale for $111.30, available here
How awesome would this be for a holiday party or out for New Years Eve? I love this top and think the sequins are done just right, plus the color is different.
Do you like windowpane, its cousin plaid or both?
Thanks so much for this review! I've been eyeing the windowpane shirt--I really like it! My VPS thinks that the stripe is navy, but it does look black in the photograph/website image.
ReplyDeleteLove the color of the top on you! I think it'd look sharp styled with slim black capris. I agree though, I can't think of too many other color matches. Windowpane hasn't really been on my radar until now, but I liked the Windowpane Trenchlet (or whatever it was called) from Spring 2011.
ReplyDeleteOh that Silk Boy Shirt is on my wishlist. I almost got it when they had the extra 25% off on Cyber Monday but I decided against it. I think I should have gotten it, it's so cute.
ReplyDeleteI LOVE the window pane print from J.Crew. I've been trying to track down the shift dress of that print in pink! It would be the perfect holiday dress.
ReplyDeleteJust picked up the windowpane top today for $55, it's on sale!
ReplyDeleteNora
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