Did I actually hit some "K's" with Zara?? (Neel!)

I was travelling for a week, and came home to a package from Zara. I actually think I might be 2 for 2 this time! Normally everything goes back... the cullottes a couple of weeks ago were my first K from them.

But of course I defer to you...

1-2. The top that I drool over every time Neel wears hers (and I'm pretty sure somebody else has it too, Aida maybe?) so I decided I HAD to at least try it. Thoughts? Colour and fit? My weight is up a bit right now, and I'm pretty sure things are fitting tighter on the bust than normal, so I think I'll gain some more fluidity when that comes off. Which it will. D*#n it. Worn with black shorts and a navy skirt... most of my summer footware has been packed away, the ballet flats were easy to grab.

3 The over sized poplin top. Has anyone on here got this? I see it is now an Angie pick, so somebody must have snapped it by now. I'd love to see some styling ideas!! Here's one super original styling Idea I had
4. With the cullots, I think it's more F(rumpy) than JFE... what do you think?
5. And with slim jeans. I also have leggings that would work. And maybe a pencil skirt? I think on me it's better with a slim bottom.

Thoughts on these, and please be honest. I feel awful, with this extra weight, and I don't want to head too much into baggy frumpy land as I try to hide it. My bottoms are also currently a bit limited :(.

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Mona

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I love the poplin shirt on you, with cullotes and slim pants both. It is on its way to me too. What do you think about layering a pullover on it for winter?

catgirl

I love the poplin shirt and your pose just slays me! I think the culottes work - edgy and frumpy are sometimes pretty close, as we've discussed, and sometimes it's all in the attitude... Not as sure on the first shirt - can't remember your climate but would it be worn with toppers?

Elizabeth P

Una, the first top would be put away for next summer. Is that silly? Sounds it when I type it...

Mona, I'd definitly consider a pullover. I haven't unpacked my winter things, so styling that way will have to wait another day or two (or week or two, depending). Please post pics of yours when you get it!

Suz

(website)

I love the poplin top on you, and what a hilarious pose! Absolutely keep and enjoy.

I like the blue top, too, if you feel a need for it and the price was right.

viva

I vote definitely yes for the poplin top, and really, I want to give you some kind of fabulousness award for that pose. Just fantastic.

I am kind of meh on that first top, not sure why.

jackiec

Agreeing that the white shirt is great - I think it will be vey versatile.

Not loving the light blue top on you. It's okay, but I can't put my finger on it.

carambola

Joining the love for the white poplin shirt - it's perfect on you! I think the light blue looks nice, but it doesn't wow me as much. Not sure every piece has to, though. I vote keep if you love it and it fills a summer wardrobe hole for you, but if you aren't sure, you might find something you love more in a few months.

Windchime

You must keep the poplin shirt; it looks terrific on you! I really like how you've styled it with your skinny jeans. This will be a hugely useful and on-trend addition to your wardrobe.

I like the style of the blue shirt but wonder if the color washes you out a bit? I know I have to be careful to find just the right shade of pastel blue or it washes me out, too.

Amazing how a mere five-pound weight increase can make us feel uncomfortable and unhappy with ourselves, isn't it? Please rest assured that only you can tell the difference; I certainly can't!

Have fun with your new purchase(s)!

Gigi

I love the poplin shirt on you too and vote keep.

I'm not a fan of the light blue shirt. I think maybe the color is not quite right for you, or maybe the high-contrast piping is overwhelming with your coloring. Not sure. I think you could find a more flattering top than this one.

kkards

Everything about #3 is FAB! The poplin shirt is great, and I can see it working well with a sweater layered over. I like the culottes, I think the look great. I'm not loving the shirt in #1, The color feels like it's not deep enough for you, and the shape isn't the best I've seen you wear. I just feel you could do better.

Thanks everyone! I love how honest people are here. I wanted that blue shirt to work because I loved it so much on others, but you picked up on what I was trying to ignore... that colour of blue is NOT one of "mine". Sometimes I feel restricted my "my" color palette, and try to veer off it... but the results are never great. Go figure! :). I'm also not a fan of how it looks in the photo... it seems to look better IRL. I think I'll get a real life opinion of it, but right now I'm leaning towards returning it.

But I DO think the white top is staying.

Janet

Love the white top, and the fab pose!

I agree with the others about the first top -- the color is too washed out, or something.

frannieb

I love picture number 3 and my favorite look is #5 with the skinny jeans.

Elle

Love the poplin shirt with both bottoms - very stylish on you. I'm not a huge fan of the first top - but perhaps it might work better with a lighter colored bottom.

Jaime

First of all I am in love with your pose in #3! I have the light blue top but agree I don't think the color is right for you - at least in these pictures. You might see something else in actual light. I love the culottes (as you know!) and love them with the white shirt, but that's me!

Jjsloane

I love the 2nd blouse on you (and your pose) So much to do with a fluid button down. Here's a few to start
http://youlookfab.com/2014/10/.....p-bottoms/
http://youlookfab.com/2014/03/.....ger-shirt/
http://youlookfab.com/2014/02/.....y-sweater/

Neel

First - 3 is just brilliant! Wow! You are a star! Those culottes where made for you! And the white shirt is a keeper. I love how fluid it is

And you know I love that first top. But like others I am not sure if it is your best color. You look amazing in brights. Cobalt blue is a stunning color on you. Just not this blue. Did you also try the white and orange ones in the same style? If you click on the finds below you will find the other colors too.

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Once again, thanks ladies for chiming in. Inconsistent love for the blue top is certainly telling me something!

Thanks for the links Jjsloane, much appreciated. I had seen some of them, but not all... but great to have them pointed out to me, and in one place.

Neel, I did see the other colors... I don't do off-white well, and I already have an orange sleeveless blouse (with black anchors on it) so I didn't really consider those. It was the blue on you and Shevia that really caught my eye. I think confirming that I should stick to my bold colour palette, regardless of what catches my fancy, has been a worthwhile exercise. As the Wise One says... next!

Lynne

Love love love the poplin top. And please post poses like this more often :).

Anonymous

I love both tops on you. The blue takes my breath away and your pose in number made me smile.

Laura (rhubarbgirl)

I agree that the first one isn't the best color on you, but the second is great. I'm bummed that it's already sold out in my size!

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