Boden recs: twists on the expected

I had no luck with the Boden dress I ordered - just wrong. But I did find a few things that are going to help me make a happy transition to fall.

Tie neck shirt: Speaks to my dandy tomboy style. It's beautifully made (I cannot even describe the incredible, silky feel of the cotton) and a nice twist on the bow blouse.

Multi-Breton: I've been looking for a few years for a Breton that speaks to me, and I love the little multi-stripe pocket and back panel. Very cheery, beautiful material, semi-fitted (I ordered a 6, which is one size up from typical brands and my usual Boden size).

Platform Brogues: Gorgeous, fun, comfy. The patent navy is sort of flexible - not a hard patent - which makes it feel more casual. TTS but seems like a wider foot might have an issue with these (my feet are low-volume and more narrow, and they work well).

Silk shirt: I have yet to receive this, but I loved the fun print that was on sale. So we'll see. I've been really liking shirts lately when they have an upgrade in material, color, or style.

Hope this is helpful to someone,
Vivian

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Elizabeth P

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Four great choices Viva! I hope the silk shirt works out.

Adriana

Yes, very helpful. Thank you.
Love tie-neck shirts, will try.
Shoes: with wide feet not for me.
I have some old bretons, and for a (coastal) trip want a new one. They changed the model, lots of complaints about the lenght. I think I'm giving it a go again.
I feel the same about interesting shirts. I wear them more then my old plain ones ( sweaters, long sleeve t- shirts).

Anonymous

AH - I want those shoes!!!! I'm having visual trouble with the t-shirt - in that the stripes are not matching at the side seams. Maybe it doesn't matter?

Katerina

Lovely pieces! The tie neck top and the shoes are right up my alley.

JAileen

I love the top with the crazy stripes! Are those US sizes? I tried the fit predictor, but none of the companies I’ve bought from were listed.

Gretchen

LOVE the Breton. I'm on a stripes de-tox after my closet audit or that would be on it's way to me now. Love the fun take with the colors. Enjoy!

viva

Lisap: I can see how that might drive you and others crazy, but I am one of those people who just never notices whether or not patterns line up. (that's one are where I am not OCD; such a blessing LOL). I'm even less likely to think about it here because it's such a visually jangly top to begin with.

Jaileen: I'm really not sure what the numbers mean on the Boden site. I assume they list in US sizes on the US site, but I always order one size up from my normal US size. In my experience, Boden consistently runs one size small for me, plus I am a little bigger around the midsection now. I hope you try this top! (PS be sure to search for a Boden coupon code before ordering; I always seem to find a working 20% off coupon).

I like the dot blouse. I thought it was silk! So sort of dismissed it as too cold.
Did you see that they styled it with a little merino sleeveless top overtop? Very cute.
The shoes are fun too.

Kathie

Love the shoes!! Trying to decide if they’d work with the tulle skirt I got at NAS.

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Suz

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Really nice items! I'm sorry the dress didn't work. I had a couple of dress flops at Boden, too, but the ones that work, work very well.

Hey. No calling me OCD.

Sal

You have such a good eye Viva - you pick really cool pieces that are that are so wearable but not basic! They have a small twist but are not hard to wear. I can see you in all of these.

I love the shoes- not as out there as our Trinny but a nod in her direction lol...

And I can join you on the team of not noticing these seams- no one has ever thought I was OCD but some would think I am too casual:)

Gorgeous pieces!! I especially like the tie neck top. It nice to hear how wonderful the fabric is because that is the first think I judge when buying. I also like the shoes, but I have anything BUT low volume feet. So sadly, not for me.

UmmLila (Lisa)

That tie neck blouse is going to be really good for you.

I hope the breton top works for you in a larger size -- I've tried a couple from Boden and had issues with them pulling across the (flat) chest.

cindysmith

I like the stripes Boden is doing in tops this season

Angie

Fashion Stylist

Such fun and fabulous items, Viv. I can see you in ALL the pieces sporting them with your special Vivian-Verve.

I like the mismatched stripes on the Breton tee, and I AM OCD

kkards

love the breton....i actually think its mismatched on purpose and wouldnt be nearly as cute if they matched...and i love those shoes....if i needed another navy that would be on my list...

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