Fashion

[gardensla]

So, my sweaters arrived yesterday and I thought I'd post a few impressions for those still on the fence.

After carefully checking the online measurements I ordered up from my usual XS in all thing knit from the Q to a size SM, and I'm glad I did. I'm an 8-10 in tops at B&M. This is by no means an oversized top. The portion from the waist up is quite fitted--like a regular tee-shirt sort of fit--and the sleeves are narrow. The size small is actually perfect for me as I think the XS would have been clingy rather than skimmy on the bust. If I had wanted to layer one of the LOGO thinner layering pieces under it, I could have done so in the small--but only one piece!

I'm over 5'7" and the front point came to just about 6-inches above my knee and the upper part of the hem covered the widest part of my hips. Very flattering length if you have the height to pull it off.

The fabric is super soft and really luxurious, but it is also not as thick as it appears. Therefore a t-shirt bra will be a must. The bra I was wearing is a bit padded and the outline of the top of the cups where the fabric is thick did show thorough. I will switch to a thinner bra for sure.

The colors are the best part. The berry has a bit of brown in it which makes it look really good against the skin, the grey is nicely saturated, and the oatmeal is very, very elegant (though its not the best color for me so its going back).

I tried the sweaters over skinny jeans, leggings and a pencil skirt and each was a hit! I also tried lots of different kinds of jewelry and found the chunkier the better. Was sorry they didn't show the TSV styled with all kinds of accessories, because these are versatile pieces.

In case you were wondering, I asked my co-workers if the sweater made me look (a) fat (b) pregnant or (3) like I was trying to hard. We work at a style website and believe me they don't hold back on the opinions. The consensus was that I looked modern, chic, and totally 2013.

Hope this helps!