LOFT Cable Shoulder Sweater in taupe heather, size XS regular
LOFT Leopard Print Infinity Scarf (past season but now at LOFT Outlet, also love this one)
LOFT Performance Denim Leggings in Vivid Dark Indigo Wash, size 27/4P (review here)
Furla Julia Mini Saffiano Leather Crossbody in sabbia
Vince Camuto Franell Bootie in wild mushroom verona (true to size)
Happy Saturday! Get 40% off tops, sweaters and scarves and get an extra 50% off sale styles at LOFT. Since no code is needed you can use INSIDER371 online for an additional $25 off qualifying full-price promotional purchases of $100+ (excludes full-price Lou & Grey). Shop my sales picks here:
Cardmembers can use code FESTIVE40 online* and in stores (show the associates this mobile coupon to scan the barcode) for an extra 40% off your entire purchase. If you’re shopping in stores this weekend the FESTIVE40 offer combines with the 40% off promotional categories, sale prices and the LOFT Cares card offer (extra 25% off full-price purchases of $100+)!
*The online shopping cart only accepts one code at checkout.
Furla Julia Mini Saffiano Leather Crossbody in Sabbia (updated review here)
LOFT Vintage Romance Blouse, size XSP
LOFT Pointelle Open Cardigan, size SP (review of size XSP here)
LOFT Performance Denim Leggings in Vivid Dark Indigo Wash, size 27/4P (review here)
Furla Julia Mini Saffiano Leather Crossbody in sabbia
J.Crew Gemma Leopard Print Flats (past season)
Click here to see the flatlay on me
NOVEMBER LOFT PROMOTIONS & CARDMEMBER OFFERS
1. FREE shipping on orders over $50+ is back at LOFT! Thanks to @tam1065 for the heads up! Refer to this post to find out how to get lower minimum shipping.
2. Looking for extra savings? The LOFT insider code for November is INSIDER371. Use this code online during no code promotions (e.g. 40% off select) for an extra $25 off full-price promotional purchases of $100+. Excludes Lou & Grey styles.
Did you know that I always share the latest Insider code on the right side bar of my blog?
3. Cardmembers save an extra 40% off your entire purchase through November 29, 2017. I received the latest LOVELOFT cardmember offer (thanks to @pfaffannie and @sandymom2) for an extra 40% off your purchase. Use code FESTIVE40 online**. Excludes full-price Lou & Grey styles. Valid in stores and online.
FESTIVE40 Coupon
Regarding online use, it’s at least 40% off your entire purchase all month long for #LOVELOFT cardmembers as long as you use the FESTIVE40 promo code online***. Save the offer to your mobile wallet by texting FESTIVE40 to 28162. It’s at least 40% off because the FESTIVE40 offer can also be combined with no code promotions. e.g. 40% off select, $25 off select. It also acts as an extra discount on top of sale merchandise! For example, it’s currently an extra 50% off sale styles but as a cardmember you will save an additional 40% off when you apply the code FESTIVE40 at checkout.
**You may see the following error message: “Promo code has been applied to order but current items in bag are not eligible.” Do not abandon your shopping cart when you see this. Continue through the normal checkout process. You will see the extra 40% off discount reflected after you enter your credit card’s security code when reviewing the order and right before clicking on the ‘place order’ button.
*** The online shopping cart on accepts one promo code at checkout so use this offer during no code promotional offers.
I was also able to use the FESTIVE40 offer in stores on top of current promotions (e.g. $25 off full-price pants + 25% off $100+ with the LOFT Cares card offer)! Save the mobile version of the coupon in order to redeem this offer in stores so the sales associate can easily scan the barcode. For some reason the associates cannot manually enter in the series of numbers displayed below the barcode with this coupon. Kindly ask the associate to try to scan the barcode and the offer will work. In-store use for combineable cardmember savings has been confirmed by myself and a number of my followers.
If you like these shopping tips please refer to this page of my blog for the latest offers.
FITTING ROOM REVIEWS
LOFT Pointelle Open Cardigan, size SP (review of size XSP here)
Ann Taylor Ponte Skinny Pants, size 2P (review here, review of size 00P here)
Click here to view the clip from my try-on
This cardigan runs true to size and I love the shawl collar. I tried on size XSP in my previous post and while it runs true to size I went up a size for more room in the sleeves. Update 11/24: I washed this cardigan on cold and air dried it but the sleeves now fit more snug. I tried to steam out the sleeves but I am bummed the sleeves are no longer loose fitting for more easy layering.
LOFT Ribbed Patch Pocket Open Cardigan in frosted almond, size XXSP
LOFT Vintage Romance Blouse, size XSP (also available in a beautiful fall floral print)
LOFT Modern Skinny Ankle Jeans in Destructed Light Stonewash, size 25/0P (sold out, similar here)
Talbots Francesca Driving Flats (past season, new version fits snug/runs narrow)
Click here to view the clip from my try-on
I love the look of the large pockets on this cardigan. I found that it runs very big and long so I fit size XXSP even though I am usually size XSP. I noticed that the material (8% mohair and 7% wool) is a bit scratchy when I tried it on over bare arms but it doesn’t bother me when I layered it with a long sleeve blouse. I saw the cardigan featured on the mannequin but it had a snagged pocket so I would recommend inspecting the cardigan for any damages or quality issues.
The swiss dot details on the vintage romange blouse and tiny ruffles are my favorite and I found the blouse runs true to size. I took my usual size XSP. I wore it all day yesterday for work (see my outfit of the day here) and I did find the gathered details at the wrists to be a bit scratchy but I don’t mind since it’s a really cute blouse. It also slightly sheer despite being fully lined. Update 11/10: Note that this top fits a bit narrow in the shoulders so you may want to go up a size if you have broader shoulders.
LOFT Cable Shoulder Sweater in taupe heather, size XS regular
Click here to view the clip from my try-on
I love this neutral sweater and it runs true to size. I went with size XS regular for a more relaxed fit. Update 11/24: I washed this sweater on cold and air dried it to prevent shrinking but the sleeves are now snug on my arms. I tried to steam out the sleeves hoping to relax the material but I’m quite bummed the sleeves don’t fit the same anymore.
LOFT Modern Patchwork Sweater, size XS regular
Click here to view the clip from my try-on
Su asked me to try on this patchwork sweater so I was happy to find it in store to try. It’s a very cute sweater with the different patches of colors and varying textures. It runs true to size but it does fit a bit boxy and wide. I passed on this sweater since wider sleeves tend to be very uncomfortable to fit into my coat sleeves.
LOFT Ruffle Cuff Utility Blouse, size XS regular
Click here to view the clip from my try-on
I was eyeing this new utility blouse due to the cute ruffle cuffs and it runs true to size. It has longer sleeves so I would need this in petites for a shorter overall length.
LOFT Textured Pocket Open Cardigan, size XSP
Click here to view the clip from my try-on
I love anything grey and I wanted to love this new open cardigan but the material looks like it has tiny pills all over it. I am waiting for other online reviews to see how it wears/washes before getting it. It does look really cute on so I was tempted to get it due to the stackable cardmember discounts. I found that it runs true to size. I may order it in the whisper white color to try since I’ve been looking for a winter white cardigan.
LOFT Mixed Rib Blouson Sleeve Sweater, size XS regular (available in stores first, item no. 442213)
I love this gorgeous mustard sweater as seen on Whiteney. I noted the item number (442213) but it looks like it’s new in stores first. It’s not sold out online. Once it becomes available it will be assigned a slightly different name and the item’s stock images will also be posted. It’s very soft and cozy and has more of a relaxed fit with the cutest balloon sleeves that run longer.
LOFT Crushed Velvet Swing Dress, size 0 regular
One of my followers asked me to try on this pink dress for my Instagram stories. The online store locator showed that my local store had it in petites but I was only able to find 0 regular to try. It has a very wide and swingy fit but I would say that it fits true to size. I probably need this dress in my usual size 00 or 0P. I noticed that the arm holes are cut a bit higher. For reference I’m 5′ 2.5″ so if you’re petite and prefer a shorter hemline as pictured in their stock image then I would try the dress in petites.
LOFT Shirttail Open Cardigan in biscuit heather, size XSP (review of size XXSP in clay fire here)
Click here to view the clip from my try-on
I love this cardigan but when I was checking online yesterday I noticed a lot of negative reviews about pilling while wearing it and after laundering. I wore both the biscuit heather and clay fire colors this week for work but I didn’t notice any pilling. I also washed both cardigans last night but they turned out fine. I put one of the cardigans in a delicates bag but both cardigans washed well. We have a gentle high efficiency front-load washer. Update 11/24: The sleeves of this cardigan do become slightly more snug after washing. Update 1/29/18: Now available in other colors here!
LOFT Slim Tie Waist Custom Stretch Pants in Marisa Fit, size 00/24P (review here)
Click here to view the clip from my try-on
I’m so glad I didn’t order these pants online (see my previous review here). They run one size bigger so I took size 24/00P when I am normally size 25/0P. I snagged these work pants last week for under $11 when it was $25 off pants in stores and online. I went in store to shop so I was able to combine the following additional offers: the LOFT Cares card offer (extra 25% off $100+) with the FESTIVE40 cardmember offer (extra 40% off your entire purchase). I would recommend not freeing the pockets which are sewn shut as that will change the look of the pants. The bow belt is removable.
LOFT Striped Ottoman Flare Dress, size 2P
Click here to view the clip from my try-on
I wanted this striped dress but I haven’t found size 0P to try (see size 0P on Su by swipping left in her post. I found size 2P to try but it’s too roomy through the waist and hips. I’m pretty sure I need size 0P since Su and I are the same size.
LOFT V-Neck Swing Sweater, size XS regular
Click here to view the clip from my try-on
Su also recommended this comfy v-neck swing sweater. Size XS regular has a very generous fit. I would recommend going down at least two sizes for the best fit. I’m going to look for this in size XXSP in whisper white.
LOFT Shirttail Open Cardigan in clay fire, size XXSP
LOFT Vintage Romance Blouse, size XSP
LOFT Modern Skinny Ankle Jeans in Destructed Light Stonewash, size 25/0P (sold out, similar here)
Couture Bunnies tote bag (thanks to Jenny for recreating this old drawing as seen here)
I loved this swiss dot blouse so much I wore it to work yesterday. If you have any swiss dot top recommendations please share!
LOFT Vintage Romance Blouse, size XSP
LOFT Slim Tie Waist Custom Stretch Pants in Marisa Fit, size 00/24P (review here)
I love this blouse paired with my new work pants. As mentioned at the beginning of my post this vintage romance blouse fits true to size but it is slightly sheer. I ended up wearing yet another layering cami underneath even though it is fully lined in the body.
LOFT Lace Striped Puff Sleeve Tee, size XXS regular
Click here to view a close of of the top
I was curious about this striped top with the lace details so I ordered it to try even though it was only available in regular missy. It runs very long and loose but I decided to keep it against the majority opinion that I should return it. I tried to shrink it for under 15 minutes on medium heat. It now fits me a bit better but the lace detail bunched up a bit since the overall length shrunk. I was able to steam out the lace so that it lays flat against the shirt.
LOFT Floral Lantern Sleeve Shirred Blouse, size XXS regular
LOFT Crystal Floral Leaf Statement Necklace (last seen here)
LOFT Outlet Ribbed Sweater Vest, size XXSP (item no. 440960, sold out in stores, reviewed here)
J.Crew suede pumps (similar here)
Click here and here to view the clip from my try-on
I wanted to love this floral top since I love the color but it fits about one size bigger and it has a longer overall length. I wish it came in petites but the shirred balloon sleeves were a deal breaker for me. I tried to hide the poor fit by throwing a sweater vest over it but alas I will have to return this top.
J.Crew Factory Vail Parka in heather stone, size 00 regular
LOFT Leopard Print Scarf (past season, similar here and here)
LOFT Sateen Five Pocket Leggings in Marisa Fit, size 27/4P from last year (back again for Fall ’17, review here)
Click here to view the clip from my try-on
Click here to view a close up of the heather stone color
Front view (zipped) | Back view | Side view
I realized that I forgot to share this year’s vail parka on my blog! I tried on size 00 which is a comfortable fit for layering underneath. For reference I’m 5′ 2.5″ and 110 pounds. Based on where the sleeves hit me I’d say that they’re around 23.5″ long. The faux fur lining on the hood is not detachable but it looks a lot better compared to the faux fur they used in past seasons (2015 review here). There were a few questions about the quality of the factory version versus the normal J.Crew version so please check out the comments in this post. The best deal for the pricier J.Crew coat is end of January-February but by then you will have to stalk your color and size online in the early AM pop backs. I snagged the dusty ginger color last year for $173.99 with Vicky‘s help.
J.Crew Embroidered Bell Sleeve Top In Gingham, size 00 regular
Ann Taylor Ponte Skinny Pants, size 2P (review here, review of size 00P here)
J.Crew Cap Toe Pumps (old, similar here)
Click here to view another clip from my try-on
This adorable bell sleeve top was 40% off so I brought it home to think over. I decided to return this top since it’s not the best fit on me. I appreciate those of you that took the time to participate in my Instagram poll for your opinion as well. This saved me from a regret purchase. Size 00 regular has a short and boxy fit but I was really hung up on the cute bell sleeves with the tiny scallop details.
J.Crew Girls Peplum Top in Hearts, size 14
Click here to view another clip from my try-on
I also tried on this cute peplum top in girl’s size 14. Sometimes I fit into girl’s sizes but more often than not I find that girl’s clothing is cut too boxy to be a flattering fit so I passed on this top. I do love the little bow on one shoulder and the tiny heart print.
Thanks for reading!
