Fit Review Friday! Vuori Halo Modern Full Zip Hoodie, Banana Republic Oversized Linen Shirt, Getaway Linen Blend Muscle Tank
Happy Friday! We made it another week. It's hard to believe it's already the end of March. I know I say this all the time, but it really feels like the months keep flying by. Today's fit review is a mash up of Vuori, Banana Republic, and Athleta. I've been loving Banana Republic lately.
For reference I'm 4 feet 11 inches tall and typically wear size XS or PXS in these three brands. I also wear size 4/6 and XS/S in Lululemon.
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Mother Denim Size 27
I thought I would love this Vuori hoodie since I have one already in purple. But I don't know, when I tried it on and looked at the photos, I wasn't loving it. I am not sure if it's the color or if this particular hoodie was just off with the cut. Wearing it open, it looks fine, but when I fully had it zipped up, the front of the hoodie by the pockets would bulge out.
I'm wearing my usual size XS. I have my hands in the pockets, so this looks okay to me. The back of the hoodie also looks great.
Here is where I feel like the pocket area looks bulky. I might be too picky, but from the side angle it also looked like it stuck out to me. Anyway, I ended up returning it. I also wasn't loving the contrast white zipper.
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Banana Republic had their Friends & Family event with 40% off, so I immediately placed an order for this Oversized Linen Shirt in Chambray Blue. This did not come in petite sizing, so I ordered size XXS. I knew it was going to be big. I originally thought the dropped shoulders would look unflattering on me, but with the sleeves rolled up, it actually works.
I love the side slit with the longer back and shorter front.
The feel of the linen is very soft, not scratchy at all. I will always say that Banana Republic uses some of the best linen out there.
I need opinions! Is the length of the back too long on my petite frame? It covers way more than I need. Can I pull this off without looking too frumpy. It's the longest button up shirt I've ever bought. There's a small chance it could shrink if I wash and dry it. 😅
The color is just beautiful.
Let me know in the comments if this is a keeper or a return!
Next up, I tried this tank on at the store in size small. I ordered it in size XS, which is my usual size in tops and here's the fit.
It is slightly sheer. I'm only wearing a bralette underneath, I basically stopped wearing real bras. I just can't anymore. 🙈 Bralettes are soooo much more comfortable and since there's nothing to see, there's no point in me wearing a real bra. I've gotten to that age where comfort is more important than anything else. I will add that I have tried Cakes, they're nipple covers and they really do work. I wore those for a while, it's just annoying that you have to wash them every day. I can wear them with bralettes if I want more coverage.
I love the tank even if it is a bit sheer. It'll work underneath a shirt or hoodie. With that, if I keep the linen shirt from BR, I'm at 6 items for the year so far. Which isn't bad considering April is right around the corner! That's it for me! I hope you all have a fabulous weekend!
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(Price drop and it is still tempting me!)
(I was actually going to buy these, but I looked to see what they were made of and it says premium suede alternative and not real suede, so now I'm not sure if I should get them.)
I love the BR tank on you. As for the linen shirt I’d have to see a full length shot of u head to toe to see the proportions. I love the vuori hoody on you. It doesn’t seem to bulge in the pictures. Cindy
ReplyDeleteI sent you a picture Cindy!
DeleteMy first impression of the shirt was that it was a little long but not long enough to be a shirt dress, just an in between.
ReplyDeleteThanks AC! I guess it's a maybe haha.
DeleteI'd prob would've also returned the Vuori zip jacket. There'll always be another jacket so try to love the item that's worth keeping, or I say this to myself because I'm consistenting decluttering due to lack of space. Totally agree with how weekends go by in a blink of an eye and the weekdays go by painfully slow for me. Have a relaxing weekend.
ReplyDeleteHi Jean L! Agree with you, I'm trying to be more mindful of what I end up keeping. I think so far it's working out pretty well. I am going to keep the linen shirt though. It's going to get a lot of use especially living in Hotlanta.
DeleteI think it could go either way with the denim shirt. It's a bit long, but that makes it a little more unique since it still fits you really well. The color is pretty and it's flattering. Maybe it's one of those pieces that you need to keep for a few weeks with tags on, and see if you feel compelled to pop those tags and wear it out. If you don't want to wear it before the return period ends, then it's probably a sign that you should bring it back.
ReplyDeleteHi Stacy, that's always good advice. I will do that! But with the warmer weather coming I'm pretty sure I'll be using it. Thanks!
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