what.jess.wore July 6, 2020

White Eyelet Summer Dress + Ann Taylor Try-Ons & Reviews

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I love white and eyelet and this dress is one of my favorite gifted items from Ann Taylor. The dress is lightly lined so nude undergarments are recommended since you can still make out the outline of your undergarments if you’re not careful. The length of the skirt portion is shorter in the front and longer in the back. I took my usual size 0P and for reference I’m 5′ 2.5″ and currently 106-108 pounds. The shoulders have a more narrow fit so if you have broader shoulders or a larger bust then you may want to size up for comfort so that it doesn’t feel uncomfortable at the armpits or across the back when you move around. Size 0P is 13.5″ across the shoulders, 33″ at the bust (measured pit to pit) and it has a 28″ empire waist which is a comfortable fit for me since I have a larger rib cage.

c/o Ann Taylor Eyelet Short Sleeve Maxi Dress, size 0P | c/o Ann Taylor Evangeline Straw Flower Sandal (true to size, featured here) | c/o Ann Taylor Crocodile Print Tassel Bucket Bag | Click here and here to view the clips from my try-on

Ralphie was judging me for taking this shofie but I love these dainty straw flower sandals. The natural color is darker in person as pictured above and below compared to the online stock image. They have a 2″ heel which makes them easy to walk in and they’re also available in pink and black.

c/o Ann Taylor Evangeline Straw Flower Sandal (true to size, featured here)

c/o Ann Taylor Lattice Ruffle Tiered Midi Dress, size 00 regular | c/o Ann Taylor Evangeline Straw Flower Sandal (true to size) | Ann Taylor Two Tone Leaf Drop Earrings | c/o Ann Taylor Crocodile Print Tassel Bucket Bag | Click here, here and here to view a few clips from my try-on

This navy and white lattice dress is so gorgeous and I was excited to share it in my recent sponsored post with Ann Taylor here (I provided measurements with my review in that post). I do wish that the dress had pockets but I always carry a purse with me anyway.

c/o Ann Taylor Striped Eyelet Flutter Sleeve Shell, size XSP | c/o Ann Taylor The Paperbag Belted Short, size 0P | c/o Ann Taylor Liv Cork Block Heel Sandals (review here, leather version here) | Ann Taylor Two Tone Leaf Drop Earrings | Click here to view a clip from my try-on

This navy and white striped eyelet flutter sleeve shell is a more casual nautical navy and white option and I plan to wear it with these paperbag belted shorts or white jeans. The top is a more relaxed fit in my usual size XSP.

Click here to view a clip of the outfit on me

Ann Taylor Draped Cami, size XSP (review here) | c/o Ann Taylor Tiled Tie Waist Maxi Skirt, size 00 regular | c/o Ann Taylor Johanna Leather Block Heel Sandals (true to size) | Click here and here to view the clips from my try-on

The unique tile print on this maxi skirt caught my eye. The fabric is thicker and it has no stretch and waist runs snug in my usual size. Size 00 regular has a 26.5″ waist and 34.75″ total length. My usual size in petite bottoms is size 0P (usually comparable to size 00 regular but slightly shorter in length/inseam) but I would probably prefer this maxi skirt in size 2P for a slightly shorter length and a bit more breathing room at the waist.

c/o Ann Taylor Johanna Leather Block Heel Sandals (true to size)

Here is a better look at these gorgeous Johanna block heel sandals that I paired with the maxi skirt. I took my usual size 7 and the 3.75″ block heel is very stable. The sole is well padded and the straps have some give to them so they do not dig into your toes.

Ann Taylor Draped Cami, size XSP (review here) | c/o Ann Taylor Summer Dot Front Slit Skirt, size 0P | c/o Ann Taylor Evangeline Straw Flower Sandal (true to size) | Click here to view the clip from my try-on

This front slit skirt isn’t something I would usually reach for due to the slit but I’m glad I gave it a try since I like the flirty 12.5″ slit after trying it on. My usual size 0P has a 27.5″ waist and it’s 27″ total length. The skirt is also lined and not too sheer.

c/o Ann Taylor Bow Ruffle Linen Shell, size XXS regular | c/o Ann Taylor The Paperbag Belted Short, size 0P

This bow shell is from their tie-dye collection and I took my usual size XXS regular. These paperbag shorts are so chic but they do wrinkle as seen here. My usual size 0P has a 27″ waist. I also reviewed these paperbag shorts (with no belt loops) in the shrimp color in this post.

c/o Ann Taylor The Paperbag Belted Short, size 0P | Click here to view the clip from my try-on

c/o Ann Taylor Open Cardigan, size XSP | Click here to view the clip from my try-on

c/o Ann Taylor Open Cardigan, size XSP | c/o Ann Taylor Bow Ruffle Linen Shell, size XXS regular | c/o Ann Taylor The Paperbag Belted Short, size 00P | c/o Ann Taylor Minny Wavy Leather Sandals (true to size to half a size larger, review here) | Click here to view the clip from my try-on

Here is a similar outfit in the paperbag shorts but in the blue color (now sold out). I received the blue color in size 00P but I would have needed them in my usual size 0P. Size 00P has a 25″ waist which is too snug on me and the material has no give.

c/o Ann Taylor The Paperbag Belted Short, size 00P | Click here to view the clip from my try-on