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I got my Linea order already!

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I got the ponte pants in grey, the Delphi blue A267880 asymmetrical shirt and the Zebra coat. 

I love the pants and blouse,  not sure about the coat. I listened to Louis about the sizing and the coat is very lightweight and too big in my opinion. It's a boxy cut, but I don't think it's flattering.  The material feels like felt to my hand and doesn't fee like it will be warm in cold weather.  It's lined in the polyester material and just doesn't feel substantial. I'm so disappointed, as I like the zebra. I'm on the fence in the coat, and want another of the shirt, debating about the black or alabaster. 

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Re: I got my Linea order already!

Wow!  That was fast.  Sorry about the coat...do you think you'd like it better in a smaller size?

 

Tell us more about the blouse (please)!

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That was fast my orders are still processing as well since the show?  I ordered the grey zebra it didn't look very heavy during the presentation and it does have wool so it depends on where you live I taped the show so I am going to watch in a few on my big screen t.v to get a real good look at everything again.

 

I want to know about the blouse as well I ordered the alabaster color and from the presentation the material looked pretty substantial but I'm curious about the sweep at the bottom which I really couldn't see on the plus size model because they had her dressed from head to toe in black.  I was worried about the back since I have a booty would it hang nicely.

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@lianne, when you say that you followed Louis's advice on sizing, do you mean that you ordered your usual Linea size?  I ordered the smaller of my two LINEA sizes, and I'm curious if it will still be too loose/boxy.  Sorry this one didn't work for you. 

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I did order my usual size S. In whisper knit I order XS and most of my LDO blazers XS or 6 depending. 

 

I got the coat in S, it fits ok in the shoulders, but the body is really loose. What bothers me is it's not a coat material, it's more a blazer material.  I like the pattern and really wanted to love it since it's unique. Still on the fence. 

 

Ok, now, to the blouse. The shape is fantastic, reminds me of the Robyn shirt he did. The material is substantial, much more than a silk.  It doesn't feel like silk, but isn't scratchy poly feeling either. I usually only do natural fabrics, but I am keeping this one. It has a luxe feel, I only wish I had other choices between black and alabaster. I have A TON of black everything and don't love ivory in the cold weather. It's design and seaming is spot on, I followed the measurements and got the 4 and it fits beautifully. 

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I usually order XXS in whisperknits, and XS in Linea semi-fitted jackets. I ordered the zebra coat in XXS, so hopefully I'll be ok with the size. The fabric sounds perfect for me - it doesn't get very cold around here.  Thanks for the quick reply, @lianne!

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My coat is being delivered by UPS hopefully on Monday.  My hood sweater and cady shirt were with a different order so they will be here probably on Tuesday.  I am excited to received them all.

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Received coat in gray yesterday.  This is a gorgeous coat!  I love the whole look, which is so "designer", & reminds me of course, of Anne Klein & Bonnie Cashin too.  The fabric is delicious & light, and the construction, as Louis pointed out, is tops.  Also love a jacquard.  I ordered the Medium, as I am always a 10, although many times I wear a Small in Linea.  I would say that it is roomy, and in fact, I layered a WK with a somewhat puffy vest , & then two WK's together.  All combos worked fine.  The question is:  is it too much coat for me?  I am just under 5'4".  Maybe the Small would be better, but I'm not inclined to exchange.  After a few days, I usually know what to do!  BTW,  this looks stunning with a red TN.

 

Happy Columbus Day!

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@NYCMarian wrote:

Received coat in gray yesterday.  This is a gorgeous coat!  I love the whole look, which is so "designer", & reminds me of course, of Anne Klein & Bonnie Cashin too.  The fabric is delicious & light, and the construction, as Louis pointed out, is tops.  Also love a jacquard.  I ordered the Medium, as I am always a 10, although many times I wear a Small in Linea.  I would say that it is roomy, and in fact, I layered a WK with a somewhat puffy vest , & then two WK's together.  All combos worked fine.  The question is:  is it too much coat for me?  I am just under 5'4".  Maybe the Small would be better, but I'm not inclined to exchange.  After a few days, I usually know what to do!  BTW,  this looks stunning with a red TN.

 

Happy Columbus Day!

@Magny


I ordered the gray, too, and thought it would look great with my red WK turtleneck.  Glad to hear that it does!

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@Magny  ...

 

So, so glad to read your review on the zebra coat!   I don't know why mine have not yet shipped, but am looking forward to receiving both the tobacco and gray.  

 

I didn't expect it to be a heavy, heavy winter coat ... more for fall through  December in my neck of the woods, I'd say.   Love that it's roomy enough to layer a cable-knit turtleneck, as that's how I plan to wear it.

 

My order is still "In Process"   .... what the heck!