K/R knit tunics & WIW

Happy new year! I went a bit crazy in the after-Xmas sales and now I am thinking twice. I picked up these two knit tunics from j Jill and they are notable for being actual tunic length on me, not just a slightly Longer top. The tunic and skinny jeans formula seems to work well for lots of you but every time I try it again I'm not so sure.

Also a WIW of what I'm actually wearing today - a little out there compared to my usual style but after surviving stomach flu this week I am celebrating being dressed, out of my house and more than 5 feet away from a bathroom.

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11 years ago

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Latest reply was from ManidipaM

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Hi Laura! I'm sorry you were sick but I'm glad you're feeling better. Yes it is a celebration just to put on Real Clothes after a week of that. I'm surprised by how much I like the tunic tops on you. They seem to hit at a very flattering spot and they don't obscure too much of the leg line. I really like them both with the red jeans. You look great today as well, and your hair is looking good; I like the longer style on you.

11 years ago

rachylou

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I like the black a little better than the white, but I totally agree they seem to hit at a very flattering spot. I also like what you're wearing today. Tidy~!

11 years ago

Thistle

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I echo Rachy and Claire. I like the black one much better than the white.

Glad you are feeling better!

11 years ago

Joy

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Another ditto rachy and claire. I also like the black tunic best, probably because it looks like it has less volume around your hips in the photo. The longer length looks great on you with those pants.

11 years ago

Beth Ann

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I like these, Laura. The length and volume is flattering. They'd also work belted or with a short menswear vest. And, I say this from experience, red pants will open up all kind of possibilities you've never considered before! I love the color palette in your WIW --- it avoids "crayola" by embracing a classical, crisp silhouette. Brava!

11 years ago

Alecia

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My family - every single one of us - had the stomach flu recently. After that, I am really extra glad for you that you're feeling better. Your celebratory wiw is very nice. I also like the black better than the white. The white seems to highlight the contours of your torso in a way that the black doesn't. The sleeker look of the black is more flattering.

11 years ago

Laura (rhubarbgirl)

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Thanks for the feedback It's funny that everyone sees the black tunic as trimmer, because they are the exact same size and cut. I am 90% convinced to return because I think they're both a little big overall and through the torso I don't think they do me any favors. (This is where a cellphone selfie doesn't really capture the look IRL.) I will keep looking for tunics this length, I guess...

When I was out today a stylish teenage girl said "I like your pants" as she walked by, so I can't be doing too badly...

11 years ago

ManidipaM

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Well, I actually prefer the white's extra drape to the black, but I have to agree with the others that these are both a very flattering length. Keep!

The 'feeling better... finally!' outfit is very snappy too. Those jeans are awesome --- who knew red could be such a great neutral foundation?!

11 years ago

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