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Loft – Skirt The Rules | NYC Style Blogger http://skirttherulesblog.com NYC Style Blogger Fri, 16 Feb 2018 03:24:12 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.9.4 LOFT Fitting Room Try On | February 2018 http://skirttherulesblog.com/2018/02/16/loft-fitting-room-try-on-february-2018/ http://skirttherulesblog.com/2018/02/16/loft-fitting-room-try-on-february-2018/#respond Fri, 16 Feb 2018 11:00:31 +0000 http://skirttherulesblog.com/?p=15658 LOFT Dressing Room Try On - February 2018

LOFT Dressing Room Try On - February 2018

Cutout Sweater / Fuzzy Sweater / Chenille Cardigan / Ruffle Top / Bell Sleeve Blouse

I recently popped into a LOFT store after ordering a few new pieces and this weekend they’re offering 40% off full price and an extra 50% off sale items — just in time for some three-day weekend shopping! By the way, did you know that you can now make a purchase online and then pick up in your nearby LOFT store on the same day? This service was in the works right before I left my job there and I’m so so glad it’s now available! When I came in to pick up my order (I picked up this striped sweater, this graphic sweater and this bell sleeve tee), I did a quick scan of the store and found a few pieces that I just had to try on. I’m loving the color scheme of their latest delivery — lots of pretty pinks just in time and a dash of blue because it’s one of my favorite colors to wear.

Red and White Striped Sweater

Red & White Striped Sweater / Skinny Jeans

You know you can never go wrong with stripes and this red/white combo is especially perfect for a casual outfit. I love the button detail on the sleeves, but don’t love the fact that the fabric between the buttons pucker out a bit. I’m wearing an XS here but think if I got my hands on an XS petite that the sleeves would fit a little more snug on my arms.

LOFT Pink Chenille Cardigan with Bell Sleeves

Pink Chenille Cardigan / Cami Top / Skinny Jeans

LOFT made an incredible chenille cardigan last fall (I wore it in a mustard color while apple picking in October). The pink sold out SO fast, but is back for spring with bell sleeves. It has mixed reviews online with some people saying it’s too short, but I think it’s actually a great fit. The fabric is incredibly soft and the flared sleeves are a nice, novel twist to a spring staple. I’m wearing an XS here and the sleeves hit perfectly at my wrists.

LOFT Fuzzy Sweater

Fuzzy Sweater / Skinny Jeans

I never considered owning a fuzzy sweater until I laid my eyes on this one. I promise you that the short sleeves and shade of pale pink make this sweater more High Street than Sesame Street. I love it paired with skinny jeans, but I also saw it styled with these pink pants on a store mannequin. You can’t see it in these photos, but it’s also got a cute little tie on the back of the neck also. Wearing an XS petite here.

Pink on Pink Work Outfit

Pink Ruffle Blouse / Pink Pants

How perfect is this work look for spring? I’ve never purchased work pants from LOFT before since I usually go to Ann Taylor for my work clothes (I swear by these ankle pants for work!). I was pleasantly surprised with how great these pink pants fit. If I had to describe the color, I would say it’s a touch more subtle than bubblegum pink, but not quite blush or pale pink. I’m wearing a 2P here and even though they’re ankle pants, they still fit like full length on me (forever short girl problems). I went with an XSP in the blouse, which is truly a pale/nudish shade of pink. Love them both and definitely planning to wear this outfit around the office in the near future!

LOFT Cold Shoulder Top

Ruffled Cold Shoulder Tee / Skinny Jeans

It looks like cold shoulders aren’t going anywhere, although I’ve kind of eased up on them over the past few seasons. I was interested in the ruffle detail of this top when I saw it on the hanger, but I’m not so sure about it on me. Like, I can’t tell if it’s because the ruffle goes all the way around or if that there’s not enough, but something is a little off! I’m wearing an XS and for what it’s worth, it’s super soft and also comes in navy.

LOFT Striped Bell Sleeve Top

Bell Sleeve Blouse / Skinny Jeans

If there’s two things I can’t get enough of in my wardrobe, it’s stripes and bell sleeves. I actually wore a very similar top on the blog last year, but this one is way better quality and the material isn’t as stiff. It’s definitely the kind of top that you can wear to work or over the weekend. I love it so much that I’m considering buying it to replace my other one. Wearing an XS here and the sleeves hit me just past the wrist.

Have you browsed LOFT’s new arrivals lately? What are you loving for spring? Let me know in the comments below!

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Valentine's Day Outfit Idea / Love Sweater

Love Sweater / Skinny Jeans / Chloe ‘Marcie’ Crossbody Bag / White Sneakers / NARS Satin Lip Pencil in ‘Rikugien’

Valentine’s Day is exactly one week away and do you want to know what James and I have planned? Absolutely nothing.

Valentine's Day Outfit Idea / Love Sweater

In the 13+ years that James and I have been together, Valentine’s Day has been relatively low key. I remember during the first or second year, James ordered Olive Garden and brought it back to our dorms for “date night” as a throwback to one of the first times we hung out as just friends (ha!). I’ll admit, that every now and then, we’ll become suckers and opt for going out, only to be stiffed by a price-gouged prix fixe menus at jam packed restaurants. Très romantic.

Valentine's Day Outfit Idea / Love Sweater

In more recent years, we created a new tradition where I treat James to dinner out a few days before February 14 and he cooks me dinner on the day of (I’m talking grocery shopping, meal prep and dishes!). We had a good thing going when V Day was over the weekend, but it’s been a little more difficult on a weeknight. Last year, I wasn’t even in town! Instead, I was traveling for work and spent the evening with my colleagues at Buca di Beppo. I know, there seems to be a pattern with me and chain restaurants for Valentine’s Day. Not intentional, I swear!

Valentine's Day Outfit Idea / Love Sweater This year, I imagine it’s going to be another low key night. Don’t get me wrong, I love celebrating love (and wearing on my sleeve — or in the case of this sweater, on my chest). I just don’t need a specific day to celebrate it — just like I don’t need a specific reason to get flowers (hint hint James!). I’m sure James and I will celebrate in our own way over the weekend — chocolate included!

How do you celebrate Valentine’s Day? Are you all about it or are you low key? Let me know in the comments section below!

Valentine's Day Outfit Idea / Love Sweater

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Love Sweater / Skinny Jeans / Chloe ‘Marcie’ Crossbody Bag / White Sneakers / NARS Satin Lip Pencil in ‘Rikugien’

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Casual Spring Style / Striped Bell Sleeve Top

Striped Bell Sleeve Top (only $45) / Skinny Jeans / Brown Leather Clutch / White Sneakers / NARS Satin Lip Pencil in ‘Rikugien’

Just popping in to share a super cute, casual outfit that has me excited for spring.

Casual Spring Style / Striped Bell Sleeve Top

It’s going to be all about stripes and sleeves this season. And after wearing this bell sleeve t-shirt and denim leggings around San Diego this past weekend, I’m so ready to stash away my sweaters for the rest of the year. I’ve been patiently waiting as stores like LOFT, Ann Taylor and J.Crew slowly roll out new arrivals for spring. Are there any particular trends that you’re looking forward to come warmer weather? Let me know in the comments below!

Navy and White Striped Bell Sleeve Top & Skinny Jeans Striped Bell Sleeve Top & Brown Leather Clutch

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Striped Bell Sleeve Top (only $45) / Skinny Jeans / Brown Leather Clutch / White Sneakers / NARS Satin Lip Pencil in ‘Rikugien’

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