I resisted the whole Forever 21 thing for awhile- I mean, I've wasted so much in the past on cheap basics at these kinds of stores. Yes, there were the occasional classic finds, but so much just useless stuff too. You buy it because it's a neat pattern and cheap, but then never wear it.
Well, having pledged to be more careful about my wardrobe, where do I find myself recently but haunting the ol' 3-storey F21 that just opened downtown (and the smaller store that opened a year or so ago down the way). I still think I'm more careful about what I'll buy, but dang it there be some pretties. I am also addicted to their inexpensive silk tanks!
Last week I committed the ultimate crime by purchasing a striped romper (oh dear, oh my) with the intention of turning it into a sweet little blouse. However, unlike in the past, I HAVE already accomplished said plan so I don't feel so guilty! When I went in yesterday to return one of the sizes (wasn't sure which would work best) I found just the prettiest little white lace dress, with a peach-sorbet trim. It's so gorgeous I had to share- I mean, for $35, it's well-made (the lace feels cottony rather than polyester, while the trim feels like a soft hammered silk) and fits rather nicely (and knee-length! with the sorbet underlayer all the way through!) and the pictures just don't do it justice! I can't wait for some summer...won't this be cute with some bright orange or mint accents?
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| Lace overlay dress, F21 US and Canada- this is an XS, fits true |
As for said romper-become-blouse, I haven't figured out the best way to wear it yet. I was enamoured of the large peter pan collar, and the drape of the fabric (um, and the navy stripes...and the brass buttons up the back) I think it may work best with skirts really, as a tucked in option.
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| Striped Romper, available F21 US and Canada, wearing a small (no xs made) |
oh dear, and while we're confessing, a few other spring items I was unable to resist over the last while:
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The 'Kate Spade' dress
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| scalloped orange skirt? 'nuff said |
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| Prada-y striped tank |
I do promise to stay away now- I haven't even switched my closet over to spring clothing yet!
