Fit Review Friday! Banana Republic Boxy Linen Short Sleeve Shirt, Mid Rise Relaxed Painter Pull On Pant, Oversized Cotton Silk Crew Neck T Shirt, Cashmere Short Sleeve Sweater Polo and Labor Day Sales!
Happy Friday! The last days of summer have arrived. Who is ready for the long weekend and all the sales? By the way, I've decided that September will be a no-spend month. It's time to do another reset. You're welcome to join me! More the merrier. As usual, no spending on anything that's non-essential. I did this back in January and it was amazing how successful I was. I think I spent under $500 that month. If you decide to join me, you have three days left to put in your last purchases before the challenge begins.
Today's review is all about Banana Republic. I've been really impressed with their offerings lately and have added a few of their items to my closet recently. At the end of the post I will also cover Labor Day sales.
For reference I'm 4 feet 11 inches tall and typically wear size XS/PXS in Banana Republic. I also wear size 4/6 and XS/S in Lululemon and size PXS in Athleta.
I absolutely love Banana Republic's linen. I don't know where they source their linen from but it is the best linen I've come across. I've been searching for a short sleeve button up shirt and I finally found a winner. I tried on Athleta's version and wasn't impressed with the cut or the feel of their linen this year. Athleta's linen is thicker and it's not as soft. Banana Republic has the perfect light weight linen for summer and it is very soft.
Many of you have brought up that linen wrinkles easily. Yes, it does. However, it is the nature of the fabric and when it's 100 degrees out, I doubt anyone is going to care about some wrinkles. I think it can look beautiful. The benefits far outweigh the wrinkles in my opinion.
This top is slightly boxy, but still flattering on my petite frame. The short sleeves can be cuffed for an even more casual look. I'm wearing size XS and it fits well. I prefer wearing this open as a layering piece over a tank.
also wearing Lululemon Ebb To Street Crop Tank
I was very curious about the Mid Rise Relaxed Painter Pull On Pant. I could not tell if they were barrel leg or not from the stock photos and they kind of are. Not as accentuated as some other pants I've seen, but it definitely has that silhouette. I'm not a huge fan of the barrel look to be honest. The length of these are a tad short. The inseam measures 24.5 inches in the petite length.
I'm wearing size Petite XS and they run a little large. I also bought size Petite XXS in black to compare (coming later in the post). I did love the stretch in the waistband. I found it to be very comfortable and these are mid rise and hits right at the belly button.
Fairly skater looking from the back.
also wearing
I've reviewed this top recently, but wanted to show a few more photos. I really love the drape of this top. It's an oversized tee, which is so simple but Banana Republic really hit it out of the park with this one. I just love the drape. Looks very effortlessly chic. I'm also wearing the same Mid Rise Relaxed Painter Pull On Pant in Black. I'm wearing size Petite XXS and the fit is a little better, but still to short. They are a little too snug around my hips, but the waist was fine. There is one huge con about these pants. If you have pets, the hair will stick to these pants like a lint roller. 😂 That's the main reason why I returned both pairs. Not pet friendly at all.
When I went to return the pants, the store had the Lightweight Cashmere Short Sleeve Sweater Polo but in the beige/black color. I'm eyeing the Dusty Rose with the dark green stripe. It's definitely on my wish list. I'm wearing size extra small and it's fitted but not too tight. It's a very lightweight cashmere and I think would look amazing with a blazer or a chunky cardigan.
As I walked around the store, this vest caught my eye. I usually don't like stripes on me, but maybe this is something I need to reconsider! Let me know in the comments if you like stripes or don't like stripes in your wardrobe.
In the photo below are some of the men's linen shirts. If you haven't felt these in person, you have to! Even Jared was impressed and he says once he loses ten more pounds, he will let me revamp his entire wardrobe! We'll definitely hit up Banana Republic.
That pink cotton t-shirt below? I touched it and the quality feels so amazing. It's thick but very soft. Would love to see this on Jared. And yes, he would wear pink, he doesn't care. 😆 I can basically dress him up like a doll. Don't tell him I said that! That's it for me! Hope you all have a fab weekend if you're celebrating Labor Day! Enjoy the last days of summer! Stick around for some major sales happening.
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All the Sales!
Use code PetiteImpact15 for 15% off
(Will not work on the sale items, but in case you wanted a full priced item.)
I’ve always loved BR clothes. Own many work dresses and linen tops and shorts. I also love their jeans. Their clothes last forever. BR quality is truly underrated IMHO
ReplyDeleteHi there, I totally agree with you. It's been a while since I shopped at BR regularly. They've def caught my eye this past year. I've mainly bought their linen and some cotton tees. Their cotton is just so good!
DeleteI like having stripes in my wardrobe. I do sometimes find it hard to match with other things depending on the piece. For example, I had a really cute white and very dark navy cardigan and it seemed like no matter what I put with it, I wasn't happy with the pairing. Other navy's weren't the right shade, red was too 4th of July, purple and pink just looked odd, gray was meh. I ended up donating it. The vest reminds me of that cardigan. It's so cute, but for me, I know I'd struggle to be happy with a pairing. I do love a striped dress or tee though!
ReplyDeleteBanana Republic really does make a lot if nice things. I enjoy going in there to look around. And sometimes, I giggle to myself about what a high end store it's become. I might be dating myself here, but anyone remember when it was a jungle themed shop with a broke down jeep and a sea of silly t-shirts? I vaguely remember visiting a friend who worked there and they were wearing some kind of safari hat. BR has come a long way!! LOL
Hi Stacy! Thanks for de ifnluencing me on the stripe vest! LOL. I can see how it would be very limited to what you can pair it with. I am thinking just jeans and beige. Not too versatile.
DeleteI vaguely remember the Safari days of BR. I mainly started noticing BR in the mid 90s. Always remembered how soft and comfy their tees were!